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Charles J. Serfozo

Serfozo Charles

Charles Julius Serfozo, 92, of Fremont, OH passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Valley View Healthcare Center. He was born on August 17, 1924 in Fremont, the son of Julius and Margaret (Kiss) Serfozo. He was a 1942 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.

Charlie married Bonnie Kokai on July 18, 1967 at St. John’s Lutheran Church and she survives. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Marksman Badge and Expert Badge.

Charlie co-owened Craun Transportation in Fremont. He also worked at Green Bay Packaging. Charlie then worked as a Funeral Attendant at Wonderly Horvath Funeral Home and retired after twenty-four years of service.

Charlie was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. He was a long time member of the Fremont Moose where he became a Pilgrim and then transferred to the Moose in Indian Lake, OH. He served as past State President of the Ohio Moose Association. He was a member of the Fremont VFW, American Legion, Eagles and the Elks Club. Charlie was a member of the Scottish Rites Shriners 1st and 2nd Degree and a Master Mason of the Brainard Lodge. He belonged the Hungarian Club of Toledo. Charlie enjoyed his animals, watching the birds, flowers and being in the sun, golfing, bowling and traveling, especially to Hungary. Charlie also traveled to Washington DC aboard the Honor Flight to visit the monuments honoring veterans.

Charlie is survived by his wife of forty-nine years, Bonnie Serfozo, Fremont, OH; son, Charles Julius (Lois) Serfozo II, Maumee, OH; grandchildren, Kelsey Serfozo, M.D, Ann Arbor, MI, Emma Serfozo, Bowling Green, OH; brother, Stephen (Elizabeth) Serfozo of Florida; sister-in-law, Belva (Gerry) Kallenbach, Bowing Green, OH; brothers-in-law, James Kokai, Jr. Columbus, OH, John (Joey) Kokai, Fremont, OH; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Betty J. Serfozo; brother, George Serfozo and sister, Margaret Dumit.

Visitation: Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00.p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.

Service: Thursday, January 26, 2017, 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church 212 N. Clover St, Fremont, OH with an hour a visitation prior to the service. Pastor Scott Mauch will officiate.

Burial: Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the American Legion and VFW.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital.

Online Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.whhfh.com

 

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  1. Sue Bowden

    January 23, 2017 at 5:40 pm

    Keep the special memories of Charlie close to your hearts forever. You are in my prayers

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  2. Bob Hahn

    January 23, 2017 at 5:41 pm

    May you RIP, Charlie!

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  3. Connie Meeker

    January 23, 2017 at 5:49 pm

    Bonnie,

    Please except my condolences on the passing of your dear husband. Belva told me he had been having a struggle the past few months. Hold on to those special memories.

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  4. sally materni

    January 23, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Lois, Emma, family;
    Prayers to you and your family at this time. Not many words can comfort you at this time of sorrow.
    Gods love and grace will see you through this. Know that I am here if you need anything even if it is just to talk. May wonderful memories you have of him ease the grief you are feeling.
    Peace to you and your family.
    Sally Materni

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  5. cheri sauer

    January 24, 2017 at 1:19 am

    So sorry for your loss Aunt Bonnie, Uncle Charlie was a wonderful man. He wil be truly missed. He is now with the Lord and watching over you. RIP Uncle Charlie.
    With Love and sympathy;
    Cheri and Glen Sauer

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  6. Helene Zielinski

    January 24, 2017 at 1:56 am

    Dear Bonnie, Tom and I have been trying to call you; but I realize that it may be too much to handle.
    I don’t know if Tom told you that when he visited Charlie last week that Charlie held his arms out for a hug which brings tears to my eyes & endearment in my heart. We have lots of memories of him and we all send love to you.
    I will not be able to be at the visitation or the funeral because of an out of town conference; but my thoughts are with you. Since we have always considered you both as part of our family, two of my sisters will try to attend. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you.
    From our hearts to yours,
    Helene, Kyle, Amanda, Geri, Johnny, Toni, & Bonnie

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  7. Meredith Bush

    January 24, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    So sorry for your loss Bonnie.

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  8. Sue Brickner

    January 24, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    Thinking of you and your family at this time. Hold on to the memories, they will help you in the days to come.

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  9. Tracy Lytle

    January 24, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    Bonnie……
    May God continue to strengthen you and your family. I have so many memories of you and Charlie with my parents: Bowling leagues,pool parties,Michigan gatherings and especially the love Charlie always expressed to you….you were so special to him. In sympathy…Tracy

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  10. Dana Dorsey

    January 24, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    So sadden that I can’t attend. I’m in Florida. Always enjoyed being around my friend Charles. He will be missed by many. Prayers and blessings to his family. He served his Country and his community with pride…

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  11. Michelle jackson

    January 24, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    Your in my prayers and thoughts

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  12. Deb Sorg

    January 24, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    So sorry for your loss ! Will always remember Charlie at the Moose and he would always talk to my mother in law about Hungary you great recipes ! He will truly be missed ! RIP Charlie !

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  13. Steve and Pam Chaney

    January 24, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    Bonnie , Steve and I give out condolences and prayers to you and you’re family. We have had good times and fond memories. Charlie was a great person and a devoted Moose. Our love to you❤️

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  14. Cindy Stout

    January 24, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss Bonnie,Our thoughts and

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  15. Bonnie Whisler

    January 24, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    Bonnie;
    We had good times together…………..you will live the rest of your life in the memories that you and Charlie made. My thoughts and prayers are that God be with you during this time of sorrow.

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  16. Robert Corthell

    January 25, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    Thinking of you, Bonnie in your time of loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

    Barney & Mary Lou Corthell

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  17. Dwaine and Jane Brown

    January 25, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    Charlie was such a wonderful man, and will deeply be missed. So sorry Dwaine and I couldn’t be with you on this day. Know that our love and prayers are with you Bonnie, and the family!

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  18. Kim Kiser

    January 26, 2017 at 9:41 am

    May Charlie rest in peace .prayers and condolences to you Bonnie as you and Charlie were a big part of my life .i loved it when waited on you at the Golden Dragon and of course working for Charlie was a hoot! I am sorry I cannot attend I’m in Ak . Blessed be dear Bonnie..remember The good times he would want you to laugh and live life not to cry!

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  19. Chari Logsdon

    January 26, 2017 at 5:19 pm

    Gary and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie. We had been saying prayers for him since I heard that he was ill. He was such a nice guy and so much fun. I will always remember the day when we met up in San Diego and went on an adventure to Tijuana. It was an interesting and exciting time. That commuter train, the different people riding beside us, the food, and the bargains taught us a lot about a foreign country. Hold all of the memories with Charlie in your heart. Pick one each day and laugh a little and smile a lot. That’s what he would like most. I will miss that fellow Hungarian.
    Chari & Gary Logsdon

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