Joseph R. Newlove

1944 - 2021

Joseph R. Newlove, 76, of Wauseon passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at ProMedica Ebeid Hospice Residence after an extended illness. Joe was born on Aug. 31, 1944, to the late Elmer and Gertrude (Echle) Newlove in Rudolph, Ohio. He was the youngest of three children.

Joe was a graduate of the Westwood High School Class of 1962, and furthered his education at Bowling Green State University, Northwest State, Owens Community College, Hondros College, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy. From 1969 to 1974, Joe was an Ohio State Highway patrolman, where he earned the Lucas County Bravery Award during his service. In 1979, he began his real estate career and later was the sole owner of Joe Newlove Real Estate and Auctions. Joe conducted many large real estate farm auctions and sold many properties in Fulton County and the surrounding areas. He achieved the Multimillion Dollar Real Estate Salesman Award. He was a member of the National Association of Realtors, Ohio Association of Realtors, Northwest Board of Realtors, National Auction Association, Ohio Auctioneers Association, and Fulton County Crime Stopper.

He is survived by his two children, Jeff (Wanda) Newlove of Wauseon and Jill (Troy) Armstrong of Wauseon; six grandchildren, Jacob, Jana, Owen, Jessica, Trent, and Jude; sister, Rose Newlove of Lehigh Acres, Fla.; nephew, Mark Chamberlain of Bowling Green, Ohio; niece, Michele Chamberlain of Charleston, S.C.; and special friend, Bev Hollingsworth of Wauseon.

Joe was also preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Chamberlain; and wife, Trasey Newlove.

Joe was an avid fan of his grandkids. They were his pride and joy. You would see him at many sporting events cheering them on and reminiscing with people. He spent countless hours watching videos of his grandkids' games. He would tell stories of helping his dad on the dairy farm, recollected memories from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, and the many auctions he called. Joe was a man that always let you know where he stood. Most knew him for his honesty and sarcastic humor.

In honoring Joe's wishes, there will be no public service and inurnment will be private at Wauseon Union Cemetery. A celebration of life with the public will be held 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1, 2021, at Sully's, 206 N. Fulton St., Wauseon.

Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home is honored to serve the Newlove family.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com.