Michael “Dink” Etzwiler passed very comfortably and peacefully in the company of his son and their four legged buddy, Penny on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 enjoying one of their favorite past times, watching the Price is Right. He was born on August 29, 1954 in Fremont, the son of George L. and Dolores M. (Haubert) Etzwiler. He was a 1972 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Michael was a Line Runner at A. Schulman, Inc. in Bellevue, OH for sixteen years and retired in 2012. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and loved fishing, being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Michael is survived by his sons, Ian M. Etzwiler and Broderick “Brody” Adams both of Fremont, OH; siblings, Sharon M. (Richard) Ohms, Marcia M. (Sue Belden) Etzwiler and Chris L. Etzwiler, all of Fremont, OH; grandson, Addison Adams; former wife, Denise Roehrich and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Loren and Vincent G. Etzwiler.
Visitation: Sunday from 2 – 6 pm with a Vigil at 5:30 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, January 11, 2016, 11:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with one hour of visitation at church prior to the service, 550 Smith Rd, Fremont, OH. Fr. Chris Kardzis will officiate.
Burial will take place at a later date at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Millersville.
Memorials: The American Heart Association; the American Diabetes Foundation or Stein Hospice.
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Lindsay Drown
So sorry for your loss. Dink was a great man, loved by many. Sending love & hugs to all of you.
Justin held
Dink you were a great man and a joy to be around from the good old days up on cottage Street to just seeing you out and about. You will truly be missed. Love you buddy! Justin and the crew.
Barb Gangwer
Sharon and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Brandon and Nikki Adams
Very sorry for your loss my cousin, we are here for you if you need us love ya.
-Brandon and Nicole Adams
Cheryl Lippert
SO very sorry to hear about Dink’s passing . He was such a nice guy. My thoughts an prayers are with his family. God Bless you all.
Cathy Lyon
One of a kind…heart of gold. He will be missed but never forgotten
Monica (Hampsher) Heath
Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers for a great friend..Many good memories especially when we all lived out on CR 129 Monica (Hampsher) Heath and family
Brenda Blodgett
Chris and family, I remember when Dink used to hang around with my brother, Frog, and all of their friends. What a rowdy bunch they were back then! Oh, to think of the reunion some of these guys are having right now! They’d probably want us to have a big bash in their honor! I miss my brother every day, as I know you’ll miss your’s, but take comfort in knowing that he’s with his loved ones that have passed before him.
Janice & Bob
Our thoughts and prayers for “Dink’s” family. We know he will be greatly missed.
Cindy Notestine
To the family of Dink…my thoughts are with all of you…he is resting in peace now♡
Scott and Martha Mead and family
We’ve lived across the street from “Dink” and his family since May of 1988; 27 years. He truly had a “heart of gold”. We will miss him and not having his “truck of many colors” parked outside! haha Always busy around the house. Always smiling and inquiring about our family whenever we’d see each other outside getting the mail, etc. Our sympathies to the family and especially Ian…..
Ken&Rose Smith
Our deepest sympathy to Mikes family. Mike was a great friend,I always enjoyed our time together trying to solve all of the problems of the world ,he will be sadly missed,BUT NOT FORGOTTEN! Rest in peace.
Laurie Weichel
Rest in peace old friend. I have many good memories of the “good ol Burger Chef days”! You were always a kind and caring person and will be missed by many,but never forgotten! My sympathy to your family.
Vera Showalter
I knew Dink through my brother Robert. Dink was always so much fun. He always made me laugh. My deepest condolences to the whole Etzwiler family.
Jody Coleman
Peace my friend. Thank You for letting me be a part of your life. Jody
Rick & Jan Albaugh
Dear Marsha & Sharon & Family,
So sorry to hear about your brother. We are there in spirit for y’all. Talked to Russ Logan and he sends his condolences too.
When someone you love becomes a memory.
That memory becomes a priceless treasure.
Love and prayers to all.
R.I.P. Dink……..
Bob and Lisa Druckenmiller
Dear Sharon, Marcia, and entire family, Bob and I send our sincere sympathies for your loss. Mike was such a very nice guy. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all…
Mary(Flores)freeman
Sharon and Marcia for the lost of your brother my prayers are you and your family. They always their in a better place but doesn’t take the pain away of losing him. My heart is sadden I know the feeling of losing a sibling. Will keep in my prayers.