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2001 Columbus Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: 419-625-8816
Website: http://www.toftfh.com

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Howard J. Ransom

Howard J. Ransom 76, of Sandusky, died Tuesday, December 20, 2016, in Stein Hospice.

He was born on September 9, 1940 in Sandusky, and was employed by Ford Motor Company in Sandusky.

Howard loved his dog shows, car shows, and bowling. He was a member of the Erie County Conservation League.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Michael (Tamara) Ransom, Florida, Daniel (Brenda) Ransom, Rudolph, OH, James L. (Rene) Ransom, Sandusky, Valerie (Ryan) Hildreth Chesapeake, VA, Myron (Lisa) Ransom, Sandusky, and Marcus Ransom, Sandusky; nine grandchildren; a great-grandchild; sister, Joan Weber, Sandusky; niece, Gina (Rick) Younce, Sandusky; nephew, Ronald (Kim) Weber, Hickory, NC; and his best friend and companion, his dog, Micky.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Chase and Erie (Brenzo) Ransom.

Friends may call on Monday, December 26, 2016, from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. in the Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 P.M. in the funeral home, with Mel Sayler, Chaplain for Stein Hospice, officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Howard's name may be made to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior St., Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences and gifts of sympathy may be made to the family by visiting www.toftfh.com.