Lowell L. "Skip" Geldien  Elmore, Ohio Obituary

Lowell L. "Skip" Geldien

Lowell L. “Skip” Geldien, 78 of Elmore, OH died Monday, July 4, 2022 at his home under Hospice Care. He was born January 14, 1944 in Toledo, OH to the late Lowell and Lillian (Jackson) Geldien. On April 13, 1963 he married the former Glenda Carter who preceded him in death November 5, 2013. He served his country during the “Bay of Pigs” invasion in the United States Navy. Skip spent most of his life as an owner/operator truck driver but retired in 2004 from Holland where he was a member of Teamsters Local #20 out of Toledo. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church and American Legion Post #279, both of Elmore, the Genoa Masonic Lodge #433 F. & A. M., Fremont Elks Lodge #2121, and Fremont Eagles #712. Skip could be found much of the time playing cards at Sugar Creek Golf Course in Elmore. Survivors include his children: Rennia (Dave) Pence of Fremont, OH, Sherry (Dave) Hower of Elmore, OH, and Lance (Jenny) Geldien of Elmore, OH; grandchildren: Mickey (Allyson) Schnabel, Cody Schnabel, Trey (Maddy) Schnabel, Lauren (Charlie) Emenhiser, Rachel Saionzkowski, Max Geldien, Madison Geldien, Megan (Michael) Forlenzo, Raymond Hower, and Kelly Hower; 11 great- grandchildren; sisters: Peggy (Larry) Lowe, Janice (Brad) Johnson, Barb (Larry) Hibbeler, Sharon (Bruce) Collins and Patty (Brandan) Crooks; brother Jim (Mark) Geldien; and sister-in-law Peggy Geldien. He was also preceded in death by a brother Steve Geldien. Private Graveside services will be held in Harris- Elmore Union Cemetery with Military Honors. A Public Celebration of Life will be celebrated on Saturday, July 16, 2022 from Noon – 2pm at the Elmore Fire Station. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post #279, Elmore. The Crosser & Priesman Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Elmore-Genoa Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements and where online condolences may be shared with the family at www.crosserpriesmanfuneralhome.com.
January 14, 1944 - July 4, 202201/14/194407/04/2022
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Kathy Bell
July 19, 2022
To Skips Family, We send our deepest sympathy to Renna, Sherry and Lance. Your Dad was liked by everyone he talked to and his family were his pride & joy. Keep good memories alive. The Tom Bell family
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Andy, Wendy, Brad & Aaron Miller
July 8, 2022
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Annie Carlson
July 7, 2022
Skip will always be one of my favorite people and what a truly good man with a huge heart he was. He wasn't just a co-worker but also a friend. He had a kind soul and looked out for those around him. I'm glad I was able to have a nice conversation with him recently wh... Continue Reading
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Michael Carter
July 6, 2022
Uncle Skip will truly be missed, the phone calls always made me smile. He gave me my love for Harleys, even put me on and threw me off my first. When the world loses unique individuals it is a tragedy, and this is one of those times. Fair winds and following seas Uncle S... Continue Reading
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Ottawa County Veterans Service Office
July 6, 2022
The Ottawa County Veterans Service Office staff extend our sincere condolences to Rennia, Sherry, and Lance in the loss of their father, Lowell. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. We know that his passing will not only leave a void in... Continue Reading
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Sharon & Tom Elder.
July 6, 2022
We have sadness and sorrow in our hearts. We are thinking of all of you and keeping you in prayer I pray that God wraps His arms around you and that you feel the peace of His presence. I pray that during this tough time you know that you are thought of and loved by many ... Continue Reading
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Daniel Cuevas
July 6, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Geldine family for their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Gary E. Kapp
July 6, 2022
To all of Skip's family, I always enjoyed seeing skip twice a year. He was always good to talk to. so sorry for your loss. Keep all of the good memories close to your heart and he will live on thru all of you. Take care and may God bless all of you. Gary & Karen Kapp