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Michael Gerdeman Obituary
Michael P. "Mike" Gerdeman, 65, of Perrysburg, died at 5:18 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, at Perrysburg Mercy Hospital.
He was born Jan. 31, 1959, in Bowling Green, to William "Bunk" and Nancy (Gardner) Gerdeman.
Mike is survived by his son, Andrew (Meghan) Gerdeman of Washington Township, New Jersey; mother, Nancy Gerdeman of North Baltimore; brothers, Gregory (Linda) Gerdeman of Brandon, Florida, and Timothy Gerdeman of Chicago, Illinois; sisters, Susan (Jerry) Brim of North Baltimore and Ann (Nelson) Smith of Lynnwood, Washington; and beloved grandchildren, Molly, Michael, and James.
He was preceded in death by his father, William "Bunk" Gerdeman.
Mike was a graduate of North Baltimore High School and worked many years with Sun Oil Company and retired with Toledo Refining Company. Mike made friends everywhere he went and was loved by everyone he encountered. He had a smile that would light up an entire room when he walked in and was always the center of attention. Mike was an avid Ohio State football and Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan. Mike's son, Andy, was his pride and joy and his best friend. They were inseparable. The pride Mike felt in watching his son serve our great country and later go on to be a police officer was immeasurable. He was the most loving Papa to his grandchildren, Molly, Mikey, and James, who he absolutely adored. Mike loved having Sunday coffee with his mother, Nancy, and looked forward to it every week. He loved his brothers and sisters more than anyone would know. Mike will be dearly missed.
All services will be private.
Arrangements are being handled by SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, North Baltimore.
Donations in his memory can be made to Tunnels To Towers.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithcrates.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Lisa
April 18, 2024
I´m truly sorry for your loss. Mike was a great man. I had the pleasure of cutting his hair for awhile, and he always talked about his family and camping. He´s going to be missed very much.
Mary Lou Smith
March 26, 2024
Sending condolences to you on the passing of your son. I worked at the big "M" with Bunk for many years (in the Marketing Lobby). Remember all the good memories. God Bless !
Bob and Lisa Walters
February 27, 2024
Prayers to all the Gerdeman Family I worked with Mike in early 1990´s in Taylor Mi. and had many good times hanging out on weekends such a great sense of humor . Bob and Lisa Walters
Amy and Richard Bosak
February 27, 2024
Nancy,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May God hold all of you in his lovng embrace.
Mark & Voni Detamore
February 27, 2024
Sending much love and many hugs to all the Gerdeman family. May you find comfort in the happy memories.
Bob Bieringer
February 26, 2024
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Words can't describe how sorry I am for your loss. Mike was a co-worker of mine at Toledo Refining.
Jill Ring
February 26, 2024
Dear Nancy, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Jill Ring
Joe/Lu Ann Matthes
February 25, 2024
We hope the memories of your beautiful family will bring you comfort through this difficult time as memories never leave you. Peace
Butch & Marsha
February 24, 2024
Condolences to Mike´s family. Butch worked with Mike and Marsha got to know him meeting @ Cookies before Eagles games - fun loving person!
Jeff Schramm
February 23, 2024
So sad to hear about Mike. We were coworkers at the refinery. Prayers and condolences to his loved ones. God bless.
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