Carl E. Opelt Jr.

Carl E. Opelt Jr. obituary, Toledo, OH

Carl E. Opelt Jr.

Carl Opelt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robinson-Walker Funeral Home – Oak Harbor on Sep. 9, 2024.

Publish in a newspaper

Carl E. Opelt, Jr., 83, a lifelong resident of Woodville, Ohio, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Ohio. He was born on the family farm in Woodville on March 6, 1941, to Carl E. and Gladys M. (Recker) Sr. He graduated from Woodville High School prior to studying math at Bowling Green State University.
Carl was a truck driver for many years and during that time he farmed and raised Black Angus cattle on his farm in Sandusky County. He enjoyed listening to country music and will be remembered for his long conversations with family and friends.
Carl is survived by his companion of 46 years, Katherine Garcia and his sister, Patricia Opelt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Gladys and his brother, Lawrence Opelt.
Visitation for Carl will begin at 10:00 AM, Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Robinson-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, 501 West St., Genoa, Ohio, followed by the funeral service at 1:00 PM, conducted by Rev. Alan Brown of Solomon Lutheran Church. The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to Solomon Lutheran Church, 305 Main St., Woodville, Ohio 43469. Online condolences may be shared at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.

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

How to support Carl's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Carl Opelt's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Carl Opelt's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?