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Leonard Alt Obituary

ALT Leonard B. Leonard B. Alt, age 81, of Pemberville, OH, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo, OH. On September 25, 1927, he was born in New Washington, OH, to Roma and Patronilla (Wechter) Alt. In Genoa, OH he married Sara Hillard on October 13, 1982, and she survives. During WWII he was a Merchant Marine stationed in the Pacific. Leonard was owner and barber at Alt's Barber Shop in Genoa, OH from 1950-1968 and was the postmaster in Genoa, OH and Perrysburg, OH. Later in his life he was an auctioneer and a real estate agent for Paul Sargent Associates, Sulphur Springs Realty and Home Town Realty. He was a member of Blessed John XXIII Catholic Community, Perrysburg, OH, former Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Genoa, OH, past president of Genoa Kiwanis, member of Kiwanis of Perrysburg, OH, Ottawa County Board of Mental Retardation, Genoa Park Board and Genoa Civic Theater. Leonard was very passionate about his family and experiencing life. Survivors include his wife, Sara "Sally" Alt of Pemberville, OH; daughter, Susan (John) Berry of Berlin Center, OH; sons, Thomas (Susan) Alt of Bartlett, IL, Daniel Alt of Howell, MI, John (Denise) Alt of Williston, OH, Robert Alt of Dexter, MI; step daughters, Terie Dotson of Toledo, OH, Julie Swords of Powell, OH; step son, Nick Challen of Orange Park, FL; 16 grandchildren; sister, Doris Kaple of New Washington, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Kathryn Wenslick; brothers, Benjamin, Gerald and Jerome. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Marsh Funeral Home 4094 State Route 105, Pemberville, OH, where a Vigil Service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Blessed John XXIII Community Church, 24250 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg, OH, where there will be additional visitation from 10:00 a.m. until time of services. Officiating will be Father Herb Weber. Those giving a memorial contribution may wish to consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Blessed John XXIII or St. Louis Soup Kitchen, Toledo, OH. Those wishing to express a word of encouragement, share a memory or photo may do so at: www.marshfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Blade on Jul. 28, 2009.

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Nicole Challen

August 3, 2009

Grandpa was a great soul. He was alway smiling, and never really let anything get to him, or keep him down for long. The whole time he was sick, he never complained. He was so good to grandma, and to all of us really. My only regret was that i lived so far away and didnt get to spend more time with such a wonderful human being!
I will miss you always grandpa!

Kenneth Mills

August 1, 2009

How saddened I am to learn of the passing of another of my beloved class mates. My prayers will be with Leonard and his family.

The Diekmans

July 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gail porter-moss

July 30, 2009

God bless you all as you grieve the loss of your husband,father and grandfather.I knew Mr Alt as a child in Genoa and was always impressed with his gentle and loving manner.Though I've not seen him him in 45 years,I can see in his eyes his manner remained what I had captured in my recolection.Love to you all,and especially susie.

Deborah Gaul Phillips

July 29, 2009

Sue, Tom, Dan, John and Rob: So many memories fill my mind while thinking of the Alt family. Three ten Buckeye Street was THE place to be as a kid in Genoa. Len was truly one-of-a-kind and his spirit will continue to live within all his children. My love to all of you.

Dave & Laurie Mandell

July 29, 2009

Dear Sally, Rob and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. I just received the obituary late yesterday afternoon from Dave Gravel. Laurie and I moved to Hawaii shortly after I retired in April and news doesn't travel quite as fast over here. It was a pleasure working for Leonard at the Post Office in Perrysburg. Actually, it was a lot of fun back then, probably the last time I REALLY enjoyed working for the Post Office!! I'm sure both of you can relate to that! Leonard enjoyed life to the fullest and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and tomorrow during this very difficult time.

Armand (Pierre) Gravel

July 29, 2009

Sally & Rob:

My sincerest sympathy to you on the passing of Leonard. He was truly a man of compassion, virtue, and enjoyed life to its fullest. It was a true pleasure and honor to have known him over the years. May your memories provide you with solace and comfort in the coming years.

Kittie Swords

July 29, 2009

Dear Sally & Julie,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember what a sweet, sweet man Leonard was and his beautiful smile. He had a zest for life. I will always remember him.
Julie if you need anything, please let me know, I'm here for you.

With loving thoughts,
Kittie

Aimee Greene

July 29, 2009

Although I did not have the honor of meeting Leonard, I have heard the most wonderful, loving stories of how he enriched so many lives. His memory lives on in all of you. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.

Ben & Marilyn Kaple

July 29, 2009

Sally--We are saddened by your loss, but we are mindful that his illness and discomfort are now ended. He lived a very full life, and I know you added much happiness to it. How grateful we are to have had the chance for lunch and such a nice visit last month. We will keep that memory and all the other great ones in our hearts.

Mary Ann and John Konesky

July 29, 2009

Dear Sally and Family, We are very sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. I had missed seeing him at the post office.....on his bike, of course. He always had a smile and a kind word. Do remember the great years you had together as those memories will help fill the hole in your hearts you feel today. He is now at peace. Do take care of each other

Correia's

July 28, 2009

Julie and Kate, we want to let you know that you are loved and if you need anything, you can count of us.
Love, Leeanne, Phil, Aiden and Callie Correia

Pat Wechter

July 28, 2009

Sonny And I want you to know that we are thinking of you and that our
prayers are with you.
Pat and Sonny wechter

Nicole and Sarah Leonard and Sally's Granddaughter's

July 28, 2009

Cheryl Brewer

July 28, 2009

Dear family,
Thank you for allowing me the priviledge to be a part of Leonard's final journey. What a joy he was! I am sorry not to have been there at the final moments. Cheryl Hospice NWO

Bob & Pam (Layman) Gallion

July 28, 2009

Sally and Family,
So sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. We hope your memories bring you comfort.

Irene & Dave Winter

July 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you
and your family during this time. May your faith in your Lord Jesus Christ sustain you all.

Carmen Hughes

July 28, 2009

Robert, on behalf of your United States Postal Service Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies at this time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Carmen Hughes Post Office Operations Manager.

Alan and Becky Rahe

July 28, 2009

Sally,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. So sorry to hear about the passing of Leonard.

OPV staff

July 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. For the short while that our paths crossed, Leonard touched our hearts and many here at Portage Valley while we cared for him. He will be missed and forever in our hearts.

Jeff Mihalko

July 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I remember Leonard and my dad (Darrell Rollins) cutting each other's hair and sharing many laughs together.

Jeff, Marsha (Rollins), Andrea & Adam Mihalko

Mike and Bev Pasko

July 28, 2009

Mr. Alt ... You lead a good life, looking out for of us, now it is time for your reward, I know Heaven is the most beautiful thing around and it is your time to enjoy the rest of eternity with the King of Kings. Just one more favor Leonard...say Hi to all our mutual friends in Heaven and we will some day all be to gether again to enjoy each and everyones company. May you rest in the Lords peace ... love you sir....Mike and Bev Pasko

JoLyn Nye

July 28, 2009

Dear Sally,
I am sorry to hear of Leonards passing, what a wonderful long life you had together... I shall remember the good times we had at the postal functions, his smile and your friendship over those years .. you both were so enjoyable to be around and brought light to any room..
My sincere sympathy --
Peace be with you along with loving memories.
JoLyn Nye,retired Postmaster of Malinta Oh.

The Staff of Marsh Funeral Homes

July 28, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies at this time.

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