Thomas E. Mothershead

Thomas E. Mothershead, 84 years old, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 surrounded by loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents Everett and Dorothy; and his sister, Joyce Ratliff. Tom worked at Dana Corp., and retired from the Toledo Blade. He was a member of the Eagles in Rossford and Maumee VFW of Northwood, American Legion in Maumee, Sylvania Moose Lodge, and the Merickel-Farley Trout Club. Tom loved making stick model airplanes and doing the crossword puzzles in the Blade and USA today. All of his life, he loved boating, fishing, and working in his garden and yard. His 1969 Dodge Charger and his four-legged buddy were one of the many loves of his life.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 48 years, Kathlene "Kathy"; children, Jeff (Heidi) Kennelly and Kim (Mike) Lutheran; grandchildren, Brittney (Chris) Newsome, Jake Kennelly, Craig Kennelly, Megan (T.J.) Burch, Ethan Kennelly, Rachel Trouten and Matthew Lutheran; great-grandsons, Jameson Burch and Brody Newsome.

As Tom's wish, he was laid to rest in Union Oak Harbor Cemetery, in Oak Harbor, OH near his wonderful in-laws, Alva and Lester Frank; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

His wife would like to thank Karen, his morning caregiver; Wendy, his hospice nurse; and all the aids that helped provided exceptional care to Tom. A Very loving thank you to Tom's special granddaughter, Rachel.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

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