Michael J. “Mike” Holtsberry, age 67 of Holgate, Ohio, passed away onWednesday, October 27, 2021 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.
He was born on December 20, 1953 to the late John and Shirley (Bauman) Holtsberry in Defiance, Ohio. Mike was a 1971 graduate of Ayersville High School. On August 25, 1973 he married Becky (Bergeon) Holtsberry, who survives. He worked at General Motors in Defiance over 20 years until his retirement in 1999. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and motorcycles. He will be sadly missed by his family and many good friends.
Mike is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Becky, his daughter, Heather (Mark) Giesige of Holgate, his three grandchildren; Hayley, Ryley and Sydney, his brother, Dave (Pam) Holtsberry of Dupont, Ohio, and his feline companion “Joey”.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sheryl Lamming.
In honoring Mike’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services, and his cremains will be scattered in the ocean. Schaffer Funeral Home was honored to assist the family with arrangements.
Memorials are suggested to Ft. Defiance Humane Society, or St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center’s Home Away From Home. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.
