Joseph E. Custer

CUSTER Joseph E. Joseph E. Custer, age 83, passed away peacefully in his son, Michael's home on July 22, 2006, after a courageous battle with liver cancer. Joe has generously donated his body for scientific research to Medical University of Ohio. He was a retiree of Toledo Edison after 35 years of service. Joe participated in a variety of sports including handball, bowling and golf. His favorite sport was double-bank pool which he played daily with his son, Michael. Joe shared his love of umpiring with his son, David, which he did for 40 years. His last golf game was played on the 5th of this month with four of his close friends. Joe bowled with the Edison league for 20 years and was a past-president of the league. He was a participant in the Golden Masters Handball Tournament. Joe was a 51 year member and past Commander of the Arthur Daly Post of American Legion. He was a very proud member of the Marine Corps involved in WWII with deployments in the Pacific with the Military Police. He received a Hall of Fame award from the Birmingham Association. Joe enjoyed being a part of the Young-at-Heart Line Dancers for many years. His wife, Ellen, and two daughters, Cynthia French and Sharon Kennedy preceded him in death. Also, sister, Margie Beason and brothers, Dick Custer and Jimmie Custer. Joe is survived by his 3 sons and their families, Jerry and Judy Kennedy of Fort Walton Beach, FL, David and Sherrie Custer of Toledo, and Michael and Ann Custer of Toledo. Also 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grand-children. His brother, Russell Custer from Snyder, TX and sister, Diane Custer also survive. There will be no visitation. Sincere appreciation to Hospice of Northwest Ohio for the compassionate and professional care given to Joe and his family at this difficult time. Anyone wishing to express their sympathy, please consider a donation to Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Joe's name. That can be done by sending a check to: Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, OH 43551 or online at www.hospicenwo.org Special thanks to Hospice staff members, Sue, Steve and Chris for their outstanding care and concern for us all.