Charles "Dan" D. Bickelhaupt

Charles D. “Dan” Bickelhaupt, 77, of Findlay, passed away, Monday November 17, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, surrounded by family.

He was born on September 29, 1948, in Fremont, Ohio, to Arthur Bickelhaupt and Mary (Roush) Bickelhaupt. Dan married Diane L. Leisenring, on June 23, 2021, and she survives.

Dan was a graduate of Lakota High School. He worked as a Maintenance Supervisor in the Ford industry and later retired. Dan enjoyed memberships in several organizations, including the Moose, Eagles, and Elks. He was an enthusiastic Ohio State Football fan “Go Bucks” , loved golf, and was connected to Cape Christian Online Church.

In addition to his wife Diane, Dan is survived by his children; Daniella K. Bickelhaupt, Daniel B. Bickelhaupt, Jeffrey A. Bickelhaupt, Eric P. Bickelhaupt, Jodi L. Moran, Jerry L. Huffman, and Roberta Walters; grandchildren, Donovan, Ricci, Kayla, Nick, Maddie, Kyleigh, Haley, Keegan, Brandon, Chris, Amie, and 9 great-grandchildren. Dan is also survived by his siblings, Martha Bickelhaupt Bruns, Ann Bickelhaupt Zilberkant, Dave Bickelhaupt, and Rick Bickelhaupt.

He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas Bickelhaupt; grandson, Dnaiel; brothers, Arthur, Stephen, and Larry Bickelhaupt; and his parents, Arthur and Mary (Roush) Bickelhaupt.

A Celebration of Dan’s Life will be held Monday, December 1, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Findlay Moose Lodge #698, 1028 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, 45840. HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500) is honored to serve Dan’s family.