James P. Laeng, 68, of Fremont, OH passed away, Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Stein Hospice in Sandusky, OH. He was born January 6, 1954, to Raymond and Harriet (Smith) Laeng. Jim was a 1972 graduate of Vanguard/Fremont Ross High School. Jim married Terri L. Rapp on December 29, 1984, in Fremont, OH and she survives. Jim was a machinist at Crescent Manufacturing for over 30 years and enjoyed outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and trapping. He also loved to cook and he began tinkering in woodworking.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Terri Laeng; siblings, Steve (Sue) Laeng and Scott Laeng all of Fremont, OH; niece Rachel (Kyle DeMaagd) Laeng of Royal Oak, MI; uncles, Robert (Roxanne) Wolfe of Fremont, OH, Herbert Smith, and many nieces and nephews.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Pete (Esther) Laeng and Oliver Smith and aunt, Kathryn Laeng.
Visitation: Tuesday, March 1, 2022, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH.
Services: Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the Funeral home with Pastor Rick Ash officiating.
Burial: Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH
Memorials can be made in his honor to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870 or Temple Christian Academy, 1150 South County Road 198, Fremont, OH 43420.
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Joe Quaintance
Steve and Scott so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Lots of memories of him going up in the old neighborhood
Julie Oliver
So sorry for your loss Terri. Thinking of you ❤️
Deanna Blair
Prayers for you Terri and your family,,,,
Kenny and Christine Rapp
Terri, we’re so sorry for your loss. Sending lots of love ❤️
Melonie J Mckelvey
Terri,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Jim. All of us will be thinking of you and sending you hugs.
Jay Thompson
Co worker with Jim for 15 years. So sorry for your loss.
Trish and Bill Smith
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Sending love and prayers of comfort during this difficult time.
Bill and Trish Smith
Val and Dan Matthes
Deepest condolences to Jim’s entire family. May he Rest in Heaven. I knew the family from the American Legion for many years. So sorry to hear the news and sending prayers.
maria hernandez
So sorry to hear of your great loss Terri. May all the happy memories you two made, comfort you at this time. Becky, my sister sends you love and sympathy. Love you Terri. – Maria G Hernandez
Kay Hoffman
Terri, I can’t believe what I just read. I’m so, so sorry that he is gone. Prayers and love to you.
Angela Miller
So sorry Terri. Thinking of you during this time. Prayers and peace.
Robin Ross
Terri,
I am so very sorry; you are in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Nadine and George Thompson
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robin Richter
Peace be with you. Praying for you.
CHERYL DENNY
Terri:
I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Cheryl
Ben Kenny
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Polly Overmyer
Terri,
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Joy Rogers
Terri-so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in your time of pain.
Michelle Foos
So sorry for your loss Terri. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol Byers Smith
Sorry for your loss Terri. May God bring you peace and comfort during this season of sorrow.
Mary Olmstead
Terri, so sad to hear of your husband’s passing. Gone too soon. Thinking of you @ your time of sorrow. Sending hugs & prayers
Marie Black
Teri, sending prayers and hugs to you. Cherish your memories