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1607 East Perkins Avenue
Sandusky, OH 44870
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Richard J. Hoelzer Jr., 85, residing in Sandusky, passed away Wednesday morning, February 21, 2018 at Stein Hospice Care Center after a brief illness.

Richard was born on August 29, 1932 in Sandusky, OH to the late Richard J. and Nettie (Knupke) Hoelzer Sr.

Richard retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service. He was a Veteran of the US Army who proudly served his country during the Korean War.

Richard is survived by his wife, Joanne (Speir) Hoelzer. He is also survived by his daughters, Terrie (Randy) Ruff, Sandra Cromwell, Shelly (Stephan) Spahn and Cathy (David) Knox; sons, Richard Jeffrey, Steven (Kathy) and Tim (Marieta) Hoelzer; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Mehling and brother, Ned Hoelzer.

Friends may call on Monday, February 26, 2018 from 12:00 pm until the time of funeral services at 1:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Pastor Wally Gilbert will officiate. Burial will follow in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron.

Those wishing to contribute to Richard's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.