Roger Core

1932 - 2025

FINDLAY -- Roger L. Core, 92, of Findlay, passed away peacefully and into the loving arms of Jesus, on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.

He was born on October 7, 1932, to Russel H. and Mary Edith (LaRue) Core in Lima, Ohio.

Roger is survived by his daughter, Jeanne (Ron) Rollins; son, Craig (Lynda) Core; daughter, Cindy (Bruce) Ream; daughter, Jen (Chris) Schoonover; grandchildren, Kevin, Jordan, Sam, Hannah, Justin, Aaron, Rachel, Cody, Jessica, Caleb, Cory and Zachary; great grandchildren, Mackenzie, Maddox, Hunter, Xander, and Charlotte. Additionally, he is survived by several brothers- and sisters-in-law, several cousins, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his two beloved wives, Winifred (Steiner) Core and Barbara Jean (Thomas) Core; and his son, Charles Core.

Roger married Winifred on February 14, 1953 and she passed away on March 2. 1965. He married Barbara on January 7, 1966 and they celebrated 57 years of marriage. Barbara passed away on September 4, 2023.

Roger was a 1950 graduate of Columbus Grove High School. His high school friends called him Corky and he was voted most popular and neatest appearing boy of his senior class. Roger received an Associates Degree in Computer Science from Owens Tech later in life. Roger was the office manager at Hyway Concrete Pipe Company for several years. He then held several sales and driving jobs, later retiring from Kuss Co. as a company driver for expedited deliveries.

Roger and Barbara enjoyed attending the Kentucky Derby, vacationing in the southern states, visiting historical places along the way such as Core, WV. One of their favorite places to be was sipping coffee on the deck at Hilton Head. Roger had a tremendous love and knowledge of history, specifically the Civil War era, Putnam County, and his family heritage.

Roger was a faithful member of St. Marks United Methodist Church in Findlay attending Sunday service until the end. He was a proud, lifetime (52 years) member of the Findlay Elks. He attended the Dale Carnegie Course, "How to Win Friends and Influence People."

The family would like to thank Briar Hill Assisted Living in N. Baltimore and Blanchard Valley Hospital for the excellent care given to their father.

Visitation will be from 10 am until the Celebration of Life service begins at 11 am on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Marks United Methodist Church, 800 S. Main Street, Findlay, Ohio. A luncheon will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Marks United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.

Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, Findlay assisted the family with arrangements.