Sally Jo Gerken's obituary , Passed away on July 5, 2025 in Defiance, Ohio

Sally Jo Gerken

June 18, 1952 - July 5, 2025 (73 years old)

Defiance, Ohio

Sally Jo Gerken's obituary , Passed away on July 5, 2025 in Defiance, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schaffer Funeral Home Inc

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Sally Jo Gerken

June 18, 1952 - July 5, 2025 (73 years old)

Defiance, Ohio

Sally Jo Gerken Obituary

The world bids farewell to Sally Jo Gerken of Defiance, Ohio, departing on July 5, 2025 at the age of 73. Sally leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Sally leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Dean Strahm and Joanna Strahm (Hostettler); her siblings, Richard Strahm and Sue Hinshaw; and her son-in-law James Wagner.

She is survived by: her children, Joshua Foss (Pamela) of Nappanee, IN and Amanda Wagner of Defiance; and her siblings, Philip Strahm (Diane) of Knoxville, TN and Georgia McMahon of Knoxville, TN.. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, or ELARA Hospice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schaffer Funeral Home Inc



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