Joseph Missler Obituary

Joseph C. Missler

Sep 7, 1960 - Nov 29, 2023

Norwalk

Joseph C. Missler, 63, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, at home after a heroic battle with brain cancer.

He was born Sept. 7, 1960, in Norwalk, to Arnold and Ethel Missler, who preceded him in death. He was a 1978 graduate of St. Paul High School and received a bachelor's from Bowling Green State University. He purchased the family business, Arnie's Cycle, in 1989 in Norwalk and was owner and operator for 34 years of Excel Bike and Fitness. He was an active member of St. Paul Catholic Church and served on several committees including RCIA, marriage preparation, choir, eucharistic minister, and usher. He was a mentor with Reach our Youth program Huron County. As an avid cyclist, he was a founding father, board member, and volunteer with Firelands Rails to Trails, Inc.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Carol (Matuszewski) Missler of Norwalk; daughter, Andrea M. Missler of Norwalk; son, SSgt Andrew J. Missler, USMC; siblings, Barbara (Daniel) Lesch of Norwalk, Laureen Missler of Toledo, and Richard Missler of Norwalk; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws.

Visitation will be 3-6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, at Evans Funeral Home, 314 E. Main Street, Norwalk. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, at St. Paul Catholic Church, 91 E. Main Street, Norwalk. Interment will follow at St. Paul Cemetery and a luncheon in the church gathering space.

Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Paul Catholic Church, 91 E. Main Street, Norwalk, Ohio, 44857, Firelands Rails to Trails, 69 S. Ridge Street, Monroeville, Ohio, 44847, or in Joe's name to Mercy Health Foundation online at https://foundation.mercy.com/toledo.