John D. Nighswander, 79, of Lindsey, OH passed away on March 24, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 12, 1942 in Fremont, OH the son of Virgil and Irene (Young) Nighswander. He was a 1961 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. John married Susan Anstead on August 8, 1964 in Lindsey, OH and she survives. John was the co-owner of Loew and Nighswander Building Contractors Inc until he had to retire in 1990. He was a 4H advisor and enjoyed farming, fishing, going to flea markets, antiquing and playing dominos with his family.
John is survived by his wife of fifty-six years Susan Nighswander, Lindsey; children, Michael (Charlene) Nighswander, Elmore and Lori (Steve) Crispen, Lindsey; grandchildren, Mackenzie and Jordan Nighswander, Travis and Clay Crispen and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Steve Nighswander; siblings, Darlene Norman and Dale “Eddie” Nighswander.
Visitation: Saturday, April 3, 2021 from 10 to 12 noon at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
A private memorial service will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Sandusky County 4H, ProMedica Memorial Hospice or Donor’s Choice.
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Dick Dundore
Susie,
So sad yo hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of times with John and was always pleased to talk with him at the fair.
Thinking of you and your family.
Dick and Barb Dundore
Susie (Hetrick) Crawford
Susie, Mike, & Lori and family,
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. You have our deepest condolences and lifting you all up in prayer. If you need anything we are here for you.
Love,
Mark Hetrick and Susie (Hetrick) and Justin Crawford.
Cheryl Boyer
Susie and family, Ted and I send our deepest sympathy. I will be out of state but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sherry and Ted
Susan Price Hughes
I’m so sorry, Susie. You are in my thoughts.
Amy Gilbert
Dear Lori, Steve and the Nighswander family,
Holding you all close in our hearts as you celebrate the life of your Dad. We will always be here for you and know that the love and prayers of so many surround you all.
Amy and Rick Gilbert
Jim & Nancy Lipstraw
Nighswander Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you all. We pray you feel the arms of our Father wrapped around you in comfort.
With sincere condelence,
Jim & Nancy Lipstraw
Dan and Lynn Steele
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.