Vernon Donald Wolfe, age 93, of Toledo, OH, passed away May 30, 2022 at home. Vernon was born July 29, 1928 in Toledo, OH, to Walter and Mildred (Long) Wolfe. At young age Vernon moved to Fayette, OH with his family, and commuted back and forth to bowling green where he obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Science Education. Upon graduating Vernon realized teaching was not his passion moving on to a different career path. Vernon had a passion for theatre, managing the most popular Drive INS in Toledo, OH. After years of managing the Drive Ins theatres he moved on to be employed with Sears for 35 years retiring in 2005. Vernon married the love of his life on June 21, 1959.
In addition to his parents, Vernon was also preceded in death by his siblings, David and Patty Wolfe. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Janice Wolfe; sons, Steven and Gregory Wolfe; daughter Dawn (Daniel) Gurzynski; sisters, Joanne Synder, Mary Jane Blackburn, and Sally Oprsal.
The family will receive guests Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin Tuesday at 12:00 pm. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Epiphany Lutheran Church in Vernon's memory.
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