Bona Babcock

Bona Lou Babcock, age 93, of Sylvania, passed away June 27, 2023 at Kingston Care Center of Sylvania. Bona was born July 13, 1929 in Toledo to Paul and Juanita (Dean) Nicholson. She was employed with Owens-Illinois Inc. for more than 35 years. She was a member of Good Shepard Lutheran Church, where she sang with the choir. Bona served as a Philanthropist making many contributions to various charities.

In addition to her parents, Bona was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Harold D. Babcock; daughter, Judith A. Stachowiak; son-in-laws, Gary Filas and Carl Stachowiak. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Filas; son, James (Jose Campa) Babcock; grandchildren, Ellen, Shelley, Gary (Erica), Laura (Jeremy) and Heather (Steve); 8 great grandchildren;1 great-great grandchild and a host of family and friends.

The family will receive guests Monday, July 3, 2023 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Northwest Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300). Graveside Services will begin Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 10:00 am at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park, 4210 Central Ave Toledo, OH 43606.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of donor's choice in Bona's memory.

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