Clemens "Clem" Edward Pinski, Jr.

Clemens “Clem” E. Pinski. Jr., age 84, of Wauseon, Ohio peacefully passed away on August 8, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was a proud graduate of Macomber High School, Class of 1959, the last all male graduating class. Right before graduating Clem married the love of his life, Darlene (Vance), and together they raised 3 children. Clem was a volunteer firefighter with Adams and Sylvania Townships for many years and in 1973 he was one of the first full time firefighters hired at Sylvania Township. In the late 70’s he entered the Tool and Die trades and retired from Deco Tools in 2006. Later in life Clem and Darlene managed Violet Acres Mobile Home park until it closed. Clem was an extremely hard worker, and even after retirement he always found projects and renovations to keep himself busy. He enjoyed spending time with his family camping, at the racetrack, on holidays, and playing cards. He loved supporting and cheering on his grandkids and great-grandkids with his white hanky at their sporting games and other events. Clem was an avid bowler in his younger years, bowling on numerous Ma and Pa leagues with Darlene. He never passed up a cookie, McDonald’s cheeseburger, or a word search. He loved his family above all else, and his heart and home were always open to anyone in need. We will forever miss our Pa, Papaw, Junior, and Grinch, Love You, Love You, Love You.

Clem was reunited with his loving wife, Darlene Pinski; his parents, Clemens and Elaine (Wojciechowski) Czlapinski; son, Mark Pinski; son-in-law, Alan Shank; daughter-in-law, Carrie Peart-Pinski; brothers, Casmier “Bob” (Marian) Pinski and David Czlapinski; and brother-in-law, Jim Stanfill. Left to cherish his memories are his children, Carrie M. Pinski and Michael Pinski; daughter-in-law, Carrie L. Pinski; grandchildren, Shawn (Renee) White, Jennifer White, Sarah (Nick) Pierson, JoLynn (Nick) Kruzel, Mark Pinski, Hannah Pinski, and Jessica Stackhouse; great-grandchildren, Cheyenne, Brighten, Jade, Allison, Gavin Williford, Madison, Gavin White, Tyler, Lilly, Adalynn, Paxton, Andrew, Grantly, Emily, and Vivien. Also surviving are his sister, Sue Stanfill; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family will welcome guests on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home - Northwest Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd, Toledo, where a Funeral Service will begin at 1:00 pm. Entombment will immediately follow at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.

 Clem enjoyed the simple things in life, and his family asks everyone to come as they are to celebrate him, a flannel and jeans are encouraged. The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the amazing staff at Elara Caring Hospice for their care and kindness. Those wishing to donate in Clem’s memory are asked to choose a charity that is close to their heart and then enjoy a McDonald’s cheeseburger in his honor.

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