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2019

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Michael Schlereth Obituary

CENTERVILLE — Michael "Jake" Schlereth, formally of Delphos, passed away Sunday, August 25th, 2019, at Dayton Hospice Center.

He was born in Lima, Ohio, to Roger R. and Kay A. (Neumeier) Schlereth of Delphos. He is survived by his wife, Tara, and son Cole Micahel of Centerville, OH, his sister Paula (Kevin) Hellman, nephew Ryan and niece Rachel Hellman, aunts and uncles on both sides of the family and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Floyd and Mildred Schlereth, and John and Alice Neumeier.

He was a graduate and valedictorian of Delphos St. Johns class of 1988. He lettered in baseball, basketball, and cross country, and was a mass server. He was also a graduate of the University of Findlay and was a member of the cross country team. He formerly worked at NOACSC, Lima, OH, Hamilton School District and was assistant treasurer for Kettering City School District. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Washington Township.

Services under the direction of Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel, Dayton, OH, are scheduled for Friday, August 30th, 2019, at 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions to Delphos St. John's Athletic Department.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Lima News from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2019.

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Amy Rayman-Mercer

August 29, 2019

The Schlereth family, I am so sorry for your loss. Many prayers for your family. Much love and big hug.

Mike and Faith Cummings

August 28, 2019

Dear Schlereth Family,
My heart is breaking for you as I know the love you have for family.
Michael was a wonderful person and such an accomplished man.
My prayers for you are in asking God to bless you with guidance,
strength and the presence of His love. May you know and feel the strong support of family and friends at this very difficult time.

May Michael continue to be an inspiration to family and friends.

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