William Bortz Obituary

BORTZ

William J. "Bill"

William J. "Bill" Bortz, 72, of Perrysburg, Ohio died Friday, October 24, 2014, at Kingston Residence of Perrysburg surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Findlay, Ohio on December 7, 1941, to Cassius and Janice (Zachrich) Bortz. Bill graduated from Holgate High School in 1959. He continued his education at Bowling Green State University where he received his bachelors and finished with a Master's in Education at the University of Toledo. Bill taught Social Studies at Rossford Jr. High School for 30 years and prior in Onsted, MI.

Bill was member of the OEA and NEA. He was a proud Bowling Green Alumni and enjoyed watching the Falcons play. He enjoyed gardening, model trains, genealogy and was a big fan of the Cleveland Indians. Bill was a longtime member of the Perrysburg Exchange Club and a faithful member at Zoar Lutheran Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years, Connie (Stevens) Bortz; children, Julie (Bill) Stankus of Plymouth, MA, Todd (Beth) Bortz of Perrysburg, OH, and Stacie (Jim) Thrasher of Columbus, OH; grandchildren, Jared and Chloe Bortz, Zoe and Violet Thrasher; sister, Winiferd (John) Russell; brother, Douglas (Pamela) Bortz; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends will be received at Witzler Shank Funeral Home, 222 E.S. Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH. (419-874-3133) on Tuesday, October 28 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 29 at Zoar Lutheran Church, 314 East Indiana Ave., Perrysburg, OH starting at 11:00 a.m., where Rev. Timothy Philabaum will be officiating.

Burial will be at Fort Meigs Union Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Zoar, Hospice of Northwest Ohio or the Perrysburg Exchange Club. A special thank you to the staff of Kingston and Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their loving care. Online condolences may be left at

www.witzlershank.com

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Published by The Blade on Oct. 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Bortz

14 Entries

November 14, 2014

Connie and family - we were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. How fortunate for all of you to have had him in your lives. Please know we care.
Ron and Donna Eaton

Faye Jaeger

November 3, 2014

Connie and Family, We so enjoyed our visits with you both these past few years and miss Bill's sense of humor. I taught with him at Rossford in the early 80's and respected him as a colleague/mentor. We send our deepest condolences. John and Faye Jaeger

October 28, 2014

Thinking of you and your family at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike,Lida ,Noah and Kellin Ryan

Sharon Drewes

October 28, 2014

Connie & family,
My deepest sympathies to you. I remember Bill as a high school student, as a member of the class of 1959. A terrific person. My prayers go out to you at this time of your grieving, asking God to bless you with courage to bear the sorrow you are feeling now.
Ron and Sharon (Hohenberger) Drewes

Carol Cervenec

October 28, 2014

I had Mr. Bortz for a teacher his very first year teaching at Rossford. He was a wonderful teacher and I really enjoyed having him. I am praying for you and the family for the loss of such a great man. May he rest in peace.

Diana Bower Fink

October 27, 2014

I have nothing but fond memories of Mr. Bortz as he was my teacher for 7th grade Geography back in 1980/1981. I always looked forward to his class and felt he was one of Rossford's best. My sympathy goes out to the family during this difficult time.

October 27, 2014

The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires....Thanks Mr Bortz for being one of the "GREAT" ones!! Cherie Snyder Weeks. Class of "74"

October 27, 2014

My sympathy to the family of William Bortz. As a former student of his - I can say he left an impression that has lasted for my lifetime. My he rest in peace and the family find peace and comfort during this time. Kim (Alexander) Whitmore

Sue Hoffman

October 27, 2014

First, my sympathy to the family. May your memories be of days when Bill was a vibrant person full of love and energy. My husband and Bill were friends through Perrysburg Exchange Club. They were both educators, both pretty much the same politically and enjoyed attending meetings and serving as each could. Together they ran the tree campaign and enjoyed working this fund raiser, everything from deciding which trees to offer, contacting the grower and delivering them throughout Perrysburg and beyond. They shared lots of conversation along the way; that's what friends do. It is kinda neat to think that many of the trees they delivered are still growing strong in Perrysburg.

Douglas Fisher

October 27, 2014

RIP my friend, I thank God for getting us together while your church choir was in Wales over 20yrs ago and although it was only a short meeting, we kept in touch since and I found it a great privilege to call you a friend, as I do your lovely Wife Goodby my friend until we meet again. Connie

Judy (Smith) Fritz

October 26, 2014

You were a wonderful teacher at Rossford. You touched a lot of students lives during your teaching years. Thank you

Michelle Barker

October 26, 2014

To a wonderful man and excellent teacher. I was blessed to have been your student!

October 26, 2014

Family I am sorry for your loss. Continue on in prayer. John 5:28

John Gwozdz

October 25, 2014

Remembering Mr. Bortz from 7th grade social studies back in the mid '70's. RIP, Mr. Bortz!

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