Charles Shepler had worked for Buckeye Pipeline for 45 years
Charles E. "Chuck" Shepler, 97, died Aug. 14, 2015, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. Chuck was born June 3, 1918, in Rockford to the late Robert and Marintha (Roberts) Shepler. On Oct. 14, 1939, he married Augusta "Mim" (Kill) Shepler who preceded him in death on April 16, 2009.
Chuck had worked for Buckeye Pipeline for 45 years. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bluffton. Chuck was a member of the Columbus Grove Eagles #2772, Bluffton Senior Citizens and the Ada VFW. He was also a member of the Northwest Ohio Antique Machinery Association.
Survivors include two sons Terry (Phyllis) Shepler of Mount Cory, Larry (Peggy) Shepler of Columbus Grove; three daughters Barbara Nusbaum of Bluffton, Linda Moser of Mt. Cory, Dorothy (Roger) Leiber of Bluffton; a brother Homer "Bob" (Arlene) Shepler of Mt. Cory, three sisters Mary Margaret Kenyon of Greenville, Pa., Donna June Rempher of Spencerville, Lenore (David) Reiter of Mt. Cory; 15 grandchildren; six step grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 16 step great grandchildren; nine great great grandchildren, and 17 step great great grandchildren.
Chuck was also preceded in death by a brother Carl Shepler; a sister Leona Morris; and two son-in-laws Tom Nusbaum and David Moser.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday Aug. 18, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bluffton. Father John Stites officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton following the service.
Visitation will be Monday from 2 - 8 p.m. at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
Stories Posted This Week
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
- Pirate girls tennis 2nd at Lima City tourney
- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
- Bluffton historical society to discuss upcoming events, fundraising
- Bluffton Public Library hosts Mobile Health Clinic on Aug. 13
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Tommy Jenkins, Cat Dailey, Szabo Trio
- Chair massages offered at the Senior Center
- Bluffton Senior Center to host Spa Day