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Jesse L Hildinger, age 76 of Lancaster died peacefully, surrounded by family on August 26, 2025. He was born to the late Kermit & Gertrude Yingling on February 17, 1949 in Columbus OH. He graduated from Groveport High School and served in the Army. Upon returning he worked for Cellar Lumber and retired from Strait and Lamp Lumber. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Jesse is survived by; sons, Joseph (Sue) Hildinger and William Hildinger; daughter, Tammy (Bruce) Bowling; 7 grandchildren 14 great grandchildren; sisters, Joy and Janie and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Norma J Hildinger
A Committal service will take place at Carroll Cemetery, Carroll, OH. on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM. Family and friends may arrive 30 minutes prior to the service at the cemetery. Burial to follow service.
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