Thomas Joseph Blechschmidt

Thomas Joseph Blechschmidt, 91, of Worthington, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at Quality Life Services Sugarcreek.

He was born June 28, 1930, in Parma, Ohio, a son of the late William and Margaret Blechschmidt.

Thomas was of the Roman Catholic faith, and a member of the Kiwanis and Lions Club.

He was a retired banking executive.

Thomas adored his family and made everyone feel cherished.

He retired early from Citizens Bank to care for his wife and provide her with the best possible life.

Thomas was a Little League coach, Indian Guide, avid golfer, bowler, soap box derby supporter, avid reader, and loved his crossword puzzles and Wild Turkey.

Left behind to cherish his memory includes his wife of 67 years, Joan Blechschmidt, of Worthington; daughter, Laura Yarosh (Scott), of Parma, Ohio; son, Hugh Blechschmidt

(Joyce), of Pensacola, Fla.; daughter, Anne Gibbs (Eric), of Kittanning; daughter, Amy Hribal (Bob), of Moon Township, Pa.; grandchildren: Thomas, Christian, Jasmine, Chantal, Jean-Maurice, Bradley and Mikayla; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Hugh Blechschmidt, who was KIA in World War II; sister, Ruth Yusko; and brother, Bill Blechschmidt.

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to all the staff at Quality Life Services – Sugarcreek, who provided excellent care and an abundance of love, dignity, and compassion throughout his stay.

Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. with funeral service to immediately follow at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021, at Kennedy & Blodgett Funeral

Home, 253 N. Grant Ave., Kittanning, Pa.

Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Don't Stop Dreamin', a program which helps elders achieve their dreams, at: dontstopdreamin.org/donate.

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