Richard Pelton

Richard Oakes Pelton, age 88, formerly of Willamont Rd., Toledo, passed away March 5, 2019, at Blue Creek Health Care, Whitehouse, OH surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 2, 1931 in Toledo, OH to Klive and Marie (Young) Pelton. Richard was a proud graduate of Sylvania Burnham High School, class of 1949, and worked for George Ballas Buick, Throne’s Auto Service, and as an automotive body man for many years, retiring in 1986. Richard was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, who enjoyed spending time with family and friends, camping, car shows, and woodworking. He will be greatly missed.

Richard is survived by his loving daughters, Sandi Pelton and Debra (Gary) Gillespie; son, Richard A. (Dawn) Pelton; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; half brother, Tom Ridgley; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann; father, Klive Pelton; mother, Marie Ridgley; and stepfather, Walter Ridgley.

Family and friends may visit Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 9 am to 11:30 am at Sujkowski Funeral Home Northpointe, 114 E. Alexis Rd. with the Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Visitation

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM ,Saturday, March 9, 2019
Sujkowski Funeral Home Northpointe
114 E. Alexis Rd. Toledo, OH 43612

Funeral Service

11:30 AM ,Saturday, March 9, 2019
Sujkowski Funeral Home Northpointe
114 E. Alexis Rd. Toledo, OH 43612
Notes: Service at funeral home; Deacon Jim Dudley presiding.