Gretchen Nelson Obituary
We bid farewell to Gretchen Nelson of Sylvania, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 12, 2025 at the age of 91. Gretchen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gretchen Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Gretchen may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lawrence Reimschusel and Esther Reimschusel (Barbarick); her daughters, Debbie West and Dana Warnke; and her siblings, Audrey, Larry and Steve.
She is survived by: her son Dan Nelson (Kristen Dieter); and her brother Arlan. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren; and 16 great- grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Reeb Funeral Home (5712 Main St, Sylvania, OH 43560). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
