Merry Jane Polter, 80 of Fremont, OH, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020 at Stein Hospice. She was born on August 23, 1939 in Fremont, OH to William and Maribelle (Scherf) Ayres. Merry Jane graduated from Fremont Ross High School in 1957.
Merry Jane married James H. Polter on June 30, 1958 at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Fremont and he preceded her in death on December 6, 2011. She was a cook for the Sandusky County Sheriff’s Office for many years. Merry Jane was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church and enjoyed traveling, camping, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Merry Jane is survived by her sons, Mark (Annette Moore) Polter and Matthew (Ashley Day) Polter, both of Fremont, OH; siblings, Ron (Marie) Ayres, Jim (Kathleen) Ayres, Rick (Martie) Ayres, Suzanne (Jr.) Ruiz, all of Fremont, OH, Thomas (Beverly) Ayres, Helena, OH, Fred (Beth) Ayres, Millbury, OH; grandchildren, Jeremy (Angela) Polter, Cleveland, OH Alisha (Ty) Stout, Maeleigh Polter, both of Fremont, OH; great grandchildren, Ellie, Sophie and Liam Polter.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
It was Merry Jane’s wishes not to have any services.
Memorials can be made in her honor to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.
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James Elder.
Susie. So sad to hear about you sister. Gods peace be with you and your family during these difficult times.
Karen Perry
Merry Janes family,
You have my deepest sympathy. She was such a wonderful lady. Always friendly and we spoke whenever we saw each other.
May she Rest In Peace.
Karen (Bliss) Perry
Brenda Blodgett
So sorry to learn of Merry Jane’s passing. I’ve known her for years because her and Jim were close friends of my parents. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. Always concerned about others, and always a smiling face when I saw her. Rest in heaven, dear lady. You will be missed by many.
Pat and Debbie Scherf
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Pat has many fond memories of his Cousin Merry Jane. I (Debbie) was blessed with a memorable dinner with Merry Jane and her loving brothers and sister. I will remember that special evening forever. May all know, that you are in our hearts and prayers. God bless.
Tanya Jackson
My condolences to the family. MJ and Jim was my grandparents (Gerald and Cathryn Blodgett) closet and dearest friends. I was very blessed and lucky to grow up knowing them. I sure am going to miss MJ’s fiestyness. She is now at peace and back with her beloved Jim. MJ tell my grandparents I love them and miss them. Rest in Heaven MJ. Matt and Alysha my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Marsha and Jack Lee
Yes. That’s what I remember about her. Always a happy heart and smiling. She was a very happy person when I knew her and sadly never got to meet up with her again. But still she remains in my thoughts.
Tom Rathbun
So sorry to hear the passing of Merry Jane, I worked at the Sandusky County Sheriff Department when she did. She was a lady of energy and spirt. My condolences to the Polter family. She was a dear lady.
Faye Bunn
To Mary Jane. We were close as teenagers will always temper the good times may you Rest In Peace you will be missed
Linda Larrick
May God wrap His loving arms around you today and always . With deepest sympathy.
Love,
Linda and Mark Larrick (Veronica’s friends)
Judy Tuwalski
Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy to Mark and Matthew and their families on the passing of their beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. May the memories and good times that you shared with MerryJane be a source of strength and comfort to you during this difficult time. She was a very friendly, thoughtful, giving person. She greeted everyone with a gracious smile. I will miss her. May she rest in peace. Love, Judy and Dale
Nancy Park
My sincere sympathy to all the Ayres and Polter families. MJ and I were good friends since kindergarten at Croghan school. We had a lot of good times and lots of laughs over the years! I’ll miss stopping to talk to her on her porch. May God bless you, Merry Jane. Rest in peace!
Susan Davis
I am so sad to learn about the passing of
Merry Jane. I’m sure she was proud to be part of that wonderful Ayers family. I remember when she worked at that little corner store on Pine Street. She always wore a dainty single pearl necklace that I loved that I thought made her pretty special. Hoping she has many pearls in heaven. With love and sympathy
Sue Druckenmiller Davis
Don & Ginny Goedde
Our Hearts are saddened in the loss of Aunt Merry Jane.
May you find Peace and Comfort in your Memories,
knowing that Someone so Special will Never be Forgotten.
With Deepest and Sincere Sympathy to all those who Loved her.
Connie Coleman
Jim and Kathy,
So sorry to hear of the death of Merry Jane.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Love,
Dan and Connie Coleman
Verna Young Carlo
My sympathy to all the Ayres/Polter families. Merry Jane was a delightful lady who will be missed by many.
Niki Holland
Mark & Family,
May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Niki Holland
Charlie Estrada
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Jane.
Polter family you have my Deepest Sympathy.
I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Charmaine Longanbach
We send our sincere sympathy to Merry Jane’s family. May she rest in peace in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Blessings to all.
Edna Scherf
Our condolences to Mary Jane’s family. Jim and I always enjoyed talking to her, she was a special lady. May you find peace and comfort with memories of Mary Jane.
Jim and Edna Scherf
Dave Meyer
To the Polter family, sorry for your loss. Merry Jane was a great person. I knew her from working at the sheriffs office.
Kathy Stevenson
I’m so sorry to hear of Merry Jane’s passing. She was such a great lady. I’VE known her as long as I can remeber. She will greatly missed. Prayers and love .
Kathy Jackson Stevenson