C. Lynn Lukehart was a minister of music
C. Lynn Lukehart, 73, passed away June 11, 2025, at Kingston Care Center of Sylvania. Lynn was born July 29, 1951 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Charles and Betty (Dunn) Lukehart who preceded him in death.
Lynn attended Waynesfield High School and was a part of the 1969 class at Elida High School. He attended Ebenezer Mennonite Church and Waynesfield Baptist Church. Lynn enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hiking, picnics and being in the mountains. He was a talented trumpet player, served as a Minister of Music and missionary and played with the Hallelujah Saints Band. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his precious grandsons.
Lynn is survived by his son, Colin (Cherise) Lukehart of Ottawa Hills, Ohio; his two precious grandsons, DJ and Eli Lukehart of Ottawa Hills; three sisters, Betty Schaffner, Valli (David) Finney and Robin Straker; brother in law, Terry Landin; one aunt, Ruby Henry; two uncles, Calvin Eppler and Ted Eppler; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Lynn was preceded in death by four siblings; Norman Lukehart, Barb Landin, Diana Gierhart and Chuck Lukehart.
Services will begin at 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 16, 2025 at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services-Bluffton with Pastor Jeff Woolum officiating. Burial will be in Thompson Cemetery following the service at a later date. Visitation will be Monday, June 16, 2025, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Pregnancy Center of Greater Toledo.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com/
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