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LIMA -- Thomas Raymond Stechschulte, 82, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Thomas was born on January 14, 1943, in Lima, Ohio, the son of the late Raymond and Margaret (Quinn) Stechschulte.
He was a member and usher of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Allen County Farm Bureau, Eagles of Lima, Midwest Electric Advisor Group, and the Soil and Water Board of Allen County. He was farmer for 62 years and loved working on the farm with the next two generations who are continuing his legacy. He worked at Scot Lad in Lima, loved going to tractor and car shows, Buckeye fan, loved to travel, spending time at Marble Lake in Michigan, and attending high school sporting events of his grandkids. He also enjoyed morning coffee at McDonalds in Beaverdam, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends, and he never knew a stranger.
Thomas is survived by his wife Carole (Parkins); sons, Keith (Deana) Stechschulte, Nathan (Janelle) Stechschulte, Michael (Amy) Stechschulte; daughter, Ann (Ed) Alanyak; step-son Tom (Mindy) Bassitt; step-daughters Meg (Todd) Wyss, Lisa (Denny Haferd) Harrod, Janelle (Fred) Wolford; brother George (Terri) Stechschulte; sisters Rose (Larry) Gerdeman, and Beth Varchetto; 10 grandchildren; 12 step grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his first wife Janice Stechschulte, step-daughter Janine Bassitt, and brother-in-law Tony Varchetto
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am Friday, May 23, 2025, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Columbus Grove, Ohio, with visitation one hour prior at Hartman-Rousculp Funeral Home, 10879 St. Rt 12, Columbus Grove, Ohio. Father David Ritchie officiating. Visitation is also on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, with a Rosary service at 8 pm also at the Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to St. Anthony of Padua School and Putnam County Homecare and Hospice.
For online condolences please visit www.hartmanfunerals.com.
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Jim Raabe
May 23, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I now live in Texas and unfortunately couldn't get in to see you. Tom was a great fan of the Pirates and I always appreciated his support of our athletic teams.
Angie Hover
May 22, 2025
Hello! My mom and dad, Sue and LaVern Hover cherished Tom and Carole's friendship for more years than I have been alive. Tom was always so helpful to my dad with projects around the house. He was a good friend to have, and a tremendous father and grandfather. He enjoyed telling us about all their activities and competitions. It is comforting for me to know he is in heaven with mom and dad and so many others they have known and loved. You have my deepest sympathy for his loss. I just want to thank him Carole, and all his family for being such nice people, and for sharing their father with the community. He will be missed.
Barb Gossard
May 20, 2025
Our deepest condolences to Carol and all the other family members. Prayers are with you all.
Bob Seggerson
May 20, 2025
Sorry to hear this. I loved bumping into Tom at basketball games in the area. He was a true fan/student of the game. Rest in Peace Tom.
Mel & Ellie Moser Fort Myers Florida
May 20, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tom was a very special friend to us he will be missed by everyone that knew him. so very sorry to hear of his death. you have our deepest sympathy.
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