Gerald Borgelt Obituary

Gerald F. Borgelt

Jun 13, 1927 - Mar 10, 2025

Huron

Gerald F. "Jerry" Borgelt, 97, of Huron, passed away at Stein Hospice Monday, March 10, 2025, after a brief illness. Jerry was born June 13, 1927, in Toledo to the late Clarence H. and Marie (Claus) Borgelt.

Jerry graduated from DeVilbiss High School in Toledo. After high school, he enlisted in the Army, serving in France during World War II. Upon returning to the United States, he enrolled in a glass-blowing school in Cincinnati and later became employed at Waller Neon Sign Company in Huron. Jerry designed and manufactured custom neon commercial and residential signs for more than 40 years, eventually purchasing Waller Neon Sign Company on Main Street in Huron.

A lifelong golfer, Jerry recorded a hole-in-one on No.11 at Thunderbird Hills in 1982 and later worked there during his retirement. He also loved softball, playing in leagues in Sandusky and Huron until his early 40s. A devoted baseball fan, he supported the Detroit Tigers while living in Toledo and became an avid Cleveland Guardians fan after moving to Huron, rarely missing a game on TV or radio. Jerry also had a passion for gardening and yard work, earning a reputation among neighbors and family for his meticulously grown, high-quality tomatoes each summer.

Jerry enjoyed playing weekly pinochle with family members at his home, including the weekend before he passed away. In his later years, he especially cherished time spent with his four great-grandchildren, Jayla, Kyler, Emma, and Annie, treasuring every visit. Those who knew Jerry will remember his kind, wise, and supportive nature. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren could not have asked for a more loving presence in their lives.

Jerry is survived by his two children, Julie (John) Bindulski of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, and Steve (Susan) Borgelt of Huron; grandchildren, Allyson (John) Lindsley, Megan (Chris) Hill, and Michele (John) Kanaris; great-grandchildren, Jayla and Kyler Lindsley, Emma and Annie Hill, and Simon and Jack Kanaris; brother, Sheldon (Mare) Borgelt and half sister Evelyn (Kenneth) Grimm; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Meola and Mary Ann Hibbard; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Millie (Christiansen); daughter, Tiffany Borgelt; parents, Clarence and Marie Borgelt; stepmother, Freda Borgelt; brothers, Jim and Robert Borgelt; stepsister, Marilyn Goldstein; mother-in-law, Sophie Christiansen; and brothers-in-law, John Christiansen, David Meola, and Jennings Hibbard.

Cremation has taken place, followed by a family gathering at Thunderbird Hills. Burial will be at Scott Cemetery in Huron.

Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.