Allen Holtzscher Obituary

Allen Lee Holtzscher

Allen Lee Holtzscher, 87, peacefully entered the Kingdom of Heaven Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Granite City, Illinois, Allen was the son of George and Burdine Holtzscher. He lived a life defined by stewardship - of people, communities, and moments entrusted to his care.

Allen was a devoted husband to his high school sweetheart for 66 years, Janet; a loving father to Susan, Mark and Becky; a proud grandfather to David, Daniel, Allison, Job, Jessica, and Noah; and a cherished great-grandfather to Micah, Beren, Hadassah, Shiloh, Bowen, Birdie, Penelope, and Devyn Jo. Known affectionately as "Pops," he showed his love through his steady presence, offering support, encouragement, and care - especially to his grandchildren. He was a constant and trusted presence in each of their lives from ordinary days to milestone moments. Games, performances, meals, trips, and everyday adventures were brighter, warmer, and more joyful with Pops in the room.

Known affectionately as "Pops," he showed his love through his steady presence, offering support, encouragement, and care - especially to his grandchildren. He was a constant and trusted presence in each of their lives from ordinary days to milestone moments. Games, performances, meals, trips, and everyday adventures were brighter, warmer, and more joyful with Pops in the room.

Professionally, Allen worked for Marathon Oil Corporation for 34 years, where he was a respected and beloved leader of people and projects. While he was an accomplished accountant, Allen believed people - not numbers - mattered most.

His generosity with time, insight, and guidance extended far beyond the workplace. Allen lived his faith quietly and faithfully, ensuring that what mattered most was well cared for. Allen was a devoted member of First Presbyterian Church of Findlay, where he served for more than 50 years as treasurer, among many other leadership roles. He stewarded the church's resources, grounds, endowment, capital projects, and was a catalyst in the creation of the church's columbarium - leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Beyond the church, Allen gave generously of his time, talent, and treasure. If you've ever set foot in a park across Hancock County, you've likely been impacted by his service, whether you knew it or not. As president of the Hancock Parks Foundation, he made lasting contributions to the preservation and sharing of the beauty of God's creation.

He also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and supported a plethora of local, national, and international organizations, strengthening the people and community he loved.

Allen was an avid athlete and lifelong competitor. He played softball, bowled, golfed, and played tennis well into his later years. Even at 83, his tennis shots and backspin had enough zing to keep opponents, even half his age, on their toes.

His love of competition was matched only by his joy in cheering on others - most especially his grandchildren, and the University of Findlay men's basketball team, where he was a spirited supporter.

We take comfort that Allen - our beloved Pops - has exchanged a temporary house for "a house eternal in the heavens." Allen's legacy lives on through the people he served, the institutions he strengthened, and the family he loved - ever so faithfully.

Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 1 p.m. Sunday, January 18, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church, 2330 South Main Street, Findlay, Ohio, followed by interment in the church columbarium.

Those wishing to honor Allen's legacy may consider a memorial gift to Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County or First Presbyterian Church Columbarium Fund.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.