Thomas Zedlitz Obituary
He was born June 25, 1957, to Ernest and Naomi (Izzy) Zedlitz in Toledo, OH.
Tom was a Manager at Midwest Express Inc. and dedicated 33 years to a job he loved. He loved his Michigan Wolverines (good or bad) along with many other sports and sports teams.
Most of all he loved his family. His wife Conni of 46 years, his sons T.J. (Melissa) Zedlitz, Garrett (Cassie) Zedlitz. His grandkids Devon (Jaylen) Snider, Kayleigh, Aubrey, Peyton, Mya, Gabe, Dean, Derek, Patience (Garrett) Coppler. Great Grandkids Baylee, Avery, Saige, Gavin and Brooks who all survived him. He is also survived by his siblings Tim (Julie) Zedlitz, Tammy Vaughn and Tina (Tom) Michalkiewicz with many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernie and Naomi Zedlitz.
Per his wishes, Tom was cremated. A celebration of Tom's life will be held from 2-5 pm, Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Lighthouse at Indian Lake, 121 S. Orchard Island Rd, Russells Point, OH 43348.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society and Suicide Prevention.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview, OH. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.
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