John Olesky Obituary

John Joseph Olesky

John Olesky, 60, of Findlay, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

He was born Jan. 19, 1963, in Findlay, to the late Bernard F. and Catherine (Barbush) Olesky. He married Cyndy Polen and she survives.

He is also survived by his brother, Bernie Olesky; children, Sarah (Alef Pasaribu), Mary (Edward Benningfield), and Jack (Destiny) Olesky; stepchildren, Kerry (Tom Hansen), Joshua Gearing, and Jason (Bailey) Gearing; four grandchildren; and six stepgrandchildren.

He was a graduate of Findlay High School. Following graduation, he became a member of U.S. Navy, where he served his country for four years and continued to serve in Navy reserves. In 1990, he started Findlay Telecom, LTD, where he was owner and operator until he decided to return to his career in U.S. Naval Reserves. While in the Navy, John earned the Navy Commendation Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, and Navy Achievement Medal, eventually becoming an E-8 Senior Chief Petty Officer.

John was a fan of Cleveland Indians, brewing and drinking beer, and traveling with his wife. The Navy afforded John several trips around the world and where the Navy didn't take him, he traveled with his wife. From running with the bulls in Spain to drinking a Guinness at a pub in Dublin, Ireland, they covered many countries and experienced many adventures.

Visitation for family and friends will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, 2023, and 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home, 500 Lima Avenue, Findlay. John's funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Deacon Mike Eier officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery with military graveside rites by Hancock Veterans Memorial Squad.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ralph D. Cole Post # 3 of American Legion, 120 West Front Street, Findlay, Ohio, 45840.

Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com.