John M. Repka

John Repka Obituary

REPKA John M. John M. Repka, 87, peacefully went Home to be with our Lord Saturday morning, July 26, 2008, at Heartland of Perrysburg. John was born July 24, 1921, to Martin and Mary (Smahaj) Repka in Genoa, Ohio. John served our country in World War II as an Army Staff Sargent. On March 30, 1948, in Stony Ridge, Ohio he married the love of his life, Erma Swartz and this year they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. John worked as a mechanic for L.O.F. in Rossford, Ohio for 37 years, retiring in 1983. John was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, where he was an usher for over 50 years, the Knights of Columbus # 7978 in Perrysburg and Toledo Assembly 4th Degree #807. He was also a Trustee for the American-Czech-Slovak Dance Club. John enjoyed listening to polka music and socializing with people. Most importantly, his time, love and wisdom was generously given to his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. John is survived by his wife, Erma; daughters, Dorothy "Dottie" Repka of Perrysburg, Ohio, Judy (Russell) Whetsel of Rossford, Ohio and Christine Alexander of Toledo, Ohio; grandchildren, Chrystal (Sagan) Hill, Lauren, Ashley and Jenna Whetsel; great-grandchildren, Corbin and Chloe Hill; sisters, Mary Ann Partin and Ann (Willis) Tasch; sisters-in-law, Lillian Repka and Bernice Pollauf, and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his son, James Repka; brother, Martin Repka and his parents. Friends will be received Tuesday, July 29, 2008, from 2-9 p.m. at Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg (419-874-3133) where a Knights of Columbus service will be held at 7:00 p.m. and a Scripture service will be at 7:30 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home, Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Rose Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Fort Meigs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose Catholic Church, 215 E. Front St., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 or Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 E. River Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Condolences may be made to the family at www.witzlershank.com

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Published by The Blade from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Repka

6 Entries

Carol & Richard Jakubec

July 31, 2008

Dear Erma and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was always so happy and full of life. We cannot imagine any Czech events without him being there and always talking with everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol and Richard Jakubec

Anna Moss

July 28, 2008

Mrs. Repka,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I got to know him at my father's funeral just 3 weeks ago, He was so nice, kind and gentle. May he find eternal peace.

Anna Moss (daughter of Martin Seitz)

Bill Repka

July 28, 2008

Dear Erma & Family, So sorry to hear of John's passing. He is such a good man-I know he will be greatly missed. We always referred to him as "COUSIN JOHN" - we knew we were related, but we were not quite sure how! It did not matter, though because he was "family". What a good-spirited man he is, full of humor and genuine care for people. He always was interested in how you were doing, when you talked with him, and he took great care to listen and remember. What a great gift he has to make people feel special and important. After every meeting and conversing with him I always felt good inside and felt like a better person. I will miss that. He may have moved on, but His Spirit will always be with us!!! And so we send our heartfelt condolences to you, and will keep you in our prayers as you mourn the loss of "COUSIN JOHN". With Love, Bill Repka & Family

Mary/Bruce Chris & Jessica Sandahl

July 27, 2008

Our deepest condolences to the Whetzel Family, Repka families and to all other family members. Your father/grandfather and husband will always have a special place in your hearts!

Sincerely,

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Andrea (Tasch) Ceccoli

July 27, 2008

I wanted to express my deepest sympathies to the entire family for the loss of such a wonderful, fun-loving person. I'm sure he will be greatly missed. I will pray for the Lord's touch and comfort during your time of loss.

Only The Best

A heart of gold stopped beating,
two shining eyes at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove,
He only takes the best.

God knows you had to leave us,
but you did not go alone,
for part of us went with you,
the day He took you home.

To some you are forgotten,
to others just part of the past,
but to us who loved and lost you,
the memory will always last.