Margaret Louise Hechler

Margaret Louise Hechler, age 91, of Toledo, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Genesis Healthcare of Perrysburg surrounded by her loving family. Louise was born on June 2, 1925 to Fred and Ida Thompson in West Virginia. She worked at Flower Hospital in housekeeping for 30 years before retiring. Louise enjoyed her word puzzles and playing bingo. She loved nothing more than spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 43 years, Robert Hechler; brothers, Charles and Harold Thompson; and granddaughter, Pamela Hechler. Louise is survived by her loving children, Eugene (Florence) Hechler, Sheryl (Daniel) Abbott and Gail (Daniel Gordon) Hechler; grandchildren, Sheila (Robert), Deanna, Tammie, Brandy (William), Michael (Amanda), Heidi (David), Heather (David) and Spring; 20 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; and many dear friends.

The family will receive guests on Saturday from 2 – 5:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd., Toledo (419-473-0300) with Funeral Services beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Paws & Whiskers.