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David Bolenbaugh Obituary
David "Rex" Bolenbaugh, 80 of Forest passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born July 3, 1944, to Elmer and Beatrice (Albert) Bolenbaugh of Kenton. He married Barbara Williams on December 15, 1983 and she survives along with his children, Joshua (Nikki) Waller of Forest, Devon (Wendy) Hoyt of Pelion, South Carolina, Jessica (Gregg Prenzlin) Wehrle of Bradner, David (Misty) Bolenbaugh of Mt. Blanchard; niece, Carol Hill of Upper Sandusky; grandchildren, Tiffini, Brittini, Nick, Courtini, Cierra, Bailee, Mackena, Cayden, Serenity, Tyler, Huddson, Griffin, Hunter, Kaylyn, Mike, Olivia, Maggie, Brody, and Carter; and great- grandchildren, Owen, Natailli, Lukas, Maci, Dolcey, Camden, Thomas, Lily, Jace, Aylah, and Emmy.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dolcey Benner; parents, Elmer and Beatrice; brother, Paul Bolenbaugh; sister, Lois Gregory; nieces, Kathy and Cindy; and nephew, Ricky.
Rex was a 1962 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School. He worked in industrial maintenance after high school. He went into the Air Force from 1966 – 1970. He loved his family and especially his dog and best friend, Lucky for the last 14 years. His hobby's kept him entertained for decades. He loved his motorcycles from an early age and had his HAM Radio license since high school. WA8DFC will be missed.
Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Monday, March 31, 2025, at CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Arlington. Funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at CRATES FUNERAL HOME where the family will receive friends from noon Tuesday, until time of service. Burial will follow at Hueston Cemetery, Forest.
The family would like to thank everyone at Bridge Hospice and Palliative Care, Dr. Jacobus and nurses were amazing. We would also like to thank Dr. Alsaad and Armes Cancer Center and Dr. Chary and the Pulmonary nurses.
Memorial contribu-tions can be made in memory of Rex to Forest VFW Post 1182 or Cancer Patient Services.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Hansel and Jenny Swails
April 1, 2025
our prayers are with all of you for comfort at this time of lose. Love to you all.
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