Nelson Okuley Obituary
In loving memory of Nelson Okuley of Defiance, Ohio, who departed this world on November 26, 2025 at the age of 99. Nelson leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Okuley and Monica Okuley (Roof); his wife Dorothy Okuley (Bauer); and his daughter Karen Clemens. He is survived by: his children, Jeanette Okuley, Stephen Okuley, Susan Foster (CP), Mary Simons, Angela Gerhardinger, Cynthia Huffman (Bob), John Okuley and Joe Okuley (Kimberly Salvage); and his sister Marjorie Brown. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 2nd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Lawson-Roessner Chapel (1753 S Clinton St, Defiance, OH 43512). A rosary was held on Tuesday, December 2nd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, December 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St John Catholic Church (510 Jackson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512).
Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.
