Stephen Wasserman Obituary

Stephen Michael Wasserman

May 13, 1954 - Aug 26, 2024

Green Springs

Stephen Michael Wasserman, 70, most recently of Green Springs, passed away Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, at Toledo Hospital.

He was born May 13, 1954, in Fremont, the son of Richard Sr. "Dick" and Julia (Ledwedge) Wasserman.

Stephen was a 1972 Fremont St. Joseph High School graduate. During his high school years, he was an impressive football athlete, even setting a record to make his way into the St. Joseph High School Hall of Fame.

Throughout his life, Stephen was known for his unwavering dedication to his profession. He expanded his career at Bank 1, Clyde Savings Bank, and Old Fort Bank, until retiring as CEO of Firelands Credit Union. His leadership and innovative approach left an indelible mark on the banking industry.

Stephen also fought a lifelong battle with type 1 diabetes, a challenge he faced with an intrepid spirit and relentless determination. His resilience in the face of this illness was a testament to his strength, inspiring all who knew him.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Stephen found solace in his love of trains, specifically the Nickel Plate Road. This created a lifelong passion for model trains. He was also deeply rooted in his Catholic faith as a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clyde.

Left to cherish his memories are his children, Rick Wasserman of Vernon Hills, Illinois, Jake (Taylor) Wasserman and their children, Avery and Caleb of Clyde, and Megan (Rachid Youssouf Souleyman) Wasserman and their son Taj Hoceray of Seattle, Washington; siblings, Rich (Teresa) of Fremont, Gus (Tammy) of Old Fort, Jim (Kim) of St. Joseph, Michigan, and Anne Borer of Fremont; and former spouse and mother of his children, Cheryl Mehl.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at Herman-Karlovetz Funeral Home & Crematory. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 609 Vine St., Clyde. Graveside services will follow at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Fremont.

Memorials in honor of Stephen may be directed to Bellevue Immaculate Conception School or Mad River & NKP Railroad Museum.

To send an online condolence, watch his funeral Mass, or view Stephen's tribute video, visit www.HermanFH.com.