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Thomas H. Stover, 81, of Sylvania, passed away peacefully the evening of Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio at Ebeid, after a long illness. Tom was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He loved boating, entertaining friends by the pool, and was an avid crossword cruciverbalist. Beginning in 1984, he joined Harbor View Yacht Club, where he spent many Sundays behind the bar, serving drinks, and socializing with club members. He served as Rear Commodore at Harbor View in the early 2000's, and continued his membership until he sold his boat, the "Holly's Hideaway", in 2009. Tom had a love of cars, especially Jeeps and the many sports cars he owned over the years. He was employed at the Toledo Jeep Assembly Plant for 40 years as a press shop and maintenance manager. After retirement, he drove for Yark Automotive, doing dealer trades for over 15 years. Tom had a love of animals, especially his numerous grand dogs, including Cooper, Buddy, Henry, Kaz, and Murphy.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Richard Stover. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Holly (Dierker) Stover; daughters, Lori (Stover) Chasky, Amy (Robert) Kasprzak; grandchildren, Deven Middleton, Jack Kasprzak, and Katie Kasprzak. In addition, he is also survived by his sisters, Joan Barnett, Vickie Swanson; sisters-in-law, Kathy Stover, Julie (Karl) Tillman; brother-in-law, Denny Dierker. He is survived by numerous nephews and nieces, including Teri (Ernie) Elliott and Rikki Stover.
A visitation is planned for Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 4-8 p.m., at Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 Main St., in downtown Sylvania, where memories of Thomas will be shared beginning at 7:15 p.m. A funeral Mass will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 11 a.m., at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 5411 Main St., in Sylvania, followed by a luncheon across the street at the Family Center. Interment will be private on a later date at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
Those who wish to make donations in honor of Thomas, please consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio or the Toledo Humane Society. Online condolences to
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Julie Dierker
October 24, 2024
I am saddened to hear of Toms passing. Prayers for the entire family.
Mary Robinson
October 24, 2024
Condolences to Holly and family. Tom was very conversational and loved to hear me play the piano at Kingston. He loved the arts! Peace is found with the Lord.Tom is now with the Lord.-Mary M.Wagner-Robinson.Toledo.
John d. buchert
October 24, 2024
what a good boss he was . had a dry sense of humor . so sorry for your loss . he will be missed .
Melissa Barnaby
October 23, 2024
Holly, Amy, Lori and Bob and kids,
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a great neighbor, and we have many fun memories of spending time with the family and Tom in the backyard. We are praying for you all. Love, The Barnaby Family
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