Vince Golembiowski Obituary

Vince Golembiowski

Jul 29, 1932 - May 19, 2024

Clyde

Vince (Vincent) J. Golembiowski, 91, of Clyde, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024, at his home.

He was born July 29, 1932, in Clyde, to John and Violet (Schmitke) Golembiowski. Vince attended Clyde Senior High School as a member of the class of 1950 and officially received his Diploma in 2021 at the age of 88.

Leaving high school early, he joined U.S. Air Force and served in the Korean War as a proud member of the 335th Fighter Squadron, Fourth Fighter Interceptor F-86 Sabre MiG Killers from 1951-1954.

Vince married Laurene Nieset on Sept. 19, 1953, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, for a wonderful 70 years of marriage. He was a Jeep Repair Mechanic for Whirlpool until retiring in 1992. Vince was currently the oldest living Sandusky County Deputy Sheriff, having served under Sheriff Ted Paul.

A certified pilot, Vince spent countless hours in the air with his family. He also continued service to his community by being a Green Creek Township Trustee for 16 years as well as a dedicated member of St. Mary's Church in multiple previous capacities including Lector and Lay Minister.

Vince was a charter member of Clyde VFW 3343, past President of Clyde Eagles, and also a member of Clyde Moose and Clyde St. Mary's Knights of Columbus.

Vince is survived by his wife, Laurene (Nieset) Golembiowski; brother, Ronald Golembiowski of Leesburg, Florida; daughters, Renette (Fred) Audritsh of Green Springs, Laurie (CJ Good) Halbisen of Fremont, and Vicki (Rick) Rowe of Clyde; son, Michael (Amy) Golembiowski of Clyde; grandchildren, Tina (Robert) Haas, Tami Satterlee, Erick Audritsh, Krista (Mike) Hernandez, Britta (Fred Shearon) Luebcke, Wren Golembiowski, Dillon (Katelyn) Holmes, and Baylee (Logan) Frederick; great-grandchildren, Cheyann (Dustin) Hetrick, Ryleigh Satterlee, Mady, Camden, and Logan Hernandez, Buck Audritsh, and Wade Holmes; and great-great-grandchildren, Oaklyn and Hayden Hetrick.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Tammy Golembiowski; son, Robert Golembiowski; sisters, Violet (Bill) Faunce, Melba (Harry) Kosman, Marvel (Jim) Cherry; brother, John (Mariellen) Golembiowski; and sister-in-law, Jeanne Golembiowski.

Vince's favorite phrase that will be remembered forever is simply: "LCNME – All My Love – All My Life".

A public graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at St. Mary Cemetery, Clyde, with a reception to immediately follow at Clyde VFW, 847 West Maple Street, Clyde.

Memorials may be made in Vince's honor to St. Mary Parish, Clyde Food Pantry in care of Clyde Police Dept., or the donor's choice of recipient.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.whhfh.com.