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Dean Muntz Obituary

Dean L. "Dino" Muntz

Dean L. "Dino" Muntz, 82, of Mt. Blanchard, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

He was born March 26, 1944, in Kirksville, Missouri, to William and Florence (Compton) Muntz, both deceased. He married Sandra Downey, September 1, 1990, and she preceded him in death.

Dean was a proud member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War and participated in the Honor Flight of November 2022. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Hickerson Excavating for over 30 years.

Sprint car and dirt midget racing, especially the Chili Bowl, was a favorite hobby of Dean's. He also liked birdwatching, wildlife, and going to Amish country.

Those left behind to cherish Dean's memory are his children, Brad (Cathy) Muntz of Bonaparte, Iowa, Todd Muntz of Rawson, Amber (Shawn) Hirt of Findlay, Jennifer (Andrew) Risner of Findlay, Susan (David Yoder) Haugh of Sparks, Nevada, and Cynthia (Shawn Huston) Haugh of Kenton; grandchildren, Heidi, Rileigh, Rachel, Josh, Emily, Ben, Justin (Stacey), Audrey, Chasity (Chase), Jocelyn, Blaine, Liam, and Alex; a great-grandchild; and a sister, Diane (Tim) Drummond.

Friends and family may visit from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2026, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). If you have race gear, especially the Chili Bowl, please wear it to visitation. Dean's funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2026, with Pastor Gregg Fox presiding. Interment will follow at Lee Cemetery, with military honors conducted by Hanock County Memorial Squad.

Memorial contribu-tions in Dean's name may be made to Flag City Honor Flight, PO Box 885, Findlay, OH 45839 or www.flagcityhonorflight.org or Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County, 4550 Fostoria Ave., Findlay, OH 45840 or www.hancockhumanesociety.com

Online condolences may be expressed to family at www.huffordfh.com.


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Published by The Courier on Apr. 1, 2026.

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