Dwain R. Augsburger Sr. served in the U.S. Army
Dwain R. Augsburger Sr., 88, passed away January 12, 2024 at the Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. Dwain was born April 30, 1935 in Findlay to the late Gale and Helen (Parkins) Augsburger. On January 24, 1959 he married Lanelle Manahan Augsburger who preceded him in death on November 3, 2013.
Dwain graduated from McComb High School and later served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He had been a car salesman, worked at Ex-Cello Corporation in Lima and was a farmer. Dwain loved working out in his shop, his dogs and most importantly his wife, Lanelle. He enjoyed going to Clearwater, Florida with his family and spending time with his family.
Survivors include a son, Dwain (Cindy Jo) Augsburger, Jr. of Mooresville, North Carolina and a sister, Jane (Dan) Lammers of Findlay.
Dwain was preceded in death by a sister, Jeanette Barker.
Dwain's services will begin at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton with William Herr officiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Beaverdam following the service. Visitation will be from 4:00- 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, 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/
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