Karl J. Hiler, age 85, of New Washington, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the Willows at Willard. He was born July 27, 1940 in Shelby, Ohio to the late Clyde J. and Anna (Karl) Hiler. Karl had worked on his own farm all of his life as well as drove truck for North Central Egg & Poultry COOP and had retired from RR Donnelly's. He was a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church in New Washington and was a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He also served in the National Guard. Karl's favorite pastime was working on the farm but his real passion was spending time with his family.
He is survived by two sons, Scott K. (Mary) Hiler and Randy J. (Heather) Hiler along with 5 grandchildren, Christopher Hiler, Shelbee (Josh) Hoffbauer, Michaela (Dane) Alt, Monica McKinniss and Emma Hiler and four great grandchildren, Harper & Hayden Ramirez and Hudson & Madden Alt. He is also survived by 4 siblings, Lucy (Tom) Hay, Faye (John) Rothhaar, Louie Hiler and Jerry Hiler, many nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law Deb Hiler and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Terry & Barb Britton.
He is preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou (Britton) Hiler who passed away May 21, 2012 and parents Clyde and Anna (Karl) Hiler. Also preceded by infant triplets Mary Lou, Mary Helen & Mary Ann along with three siblings, Janet (Mark) Douglas, Jim Hiler and Bob Hiler.
Karl's visitation will be Monday, August 25, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.at the Secor Funeral Home in New Washington, Ohio. The rosary will be recited following the conclusion of visitation at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Bernard Catholic Church in New Washington, Ohio with Fr. Eric Mueller officiating. Burial and full military honors will follow at the St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery in New Washington. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernard Catholic Church, Buckeye Central FFA or Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Kenny Edgeson - Sep 10, 2025
Didn’t know him personally but always came in contact with him when I worked at RRD and he was a guard out there. Always had a smile and always said hi and always willing to talk to you about anything. Just a great guy!
Marlene K Johnson - Aug 26, 2025
Scott you are in our thoughts during this time! Hugs to all of you!
Anonymous - Aug 25, 2025
Karl and Mary Lou Hiler will always be remembered by my family for their kindness and generosity. Our sympathy to Scott, Randy and their families.
Mary McCarthy - Aug 25, 2025
Scott and Randy and families, The McCarthys would just like to tell you how wonderful your dad was. We surely appreciated the way he allowed us to visit the grounds that the homestead was on.I know that several members of the family took advantage of his goodness. God bless all of you at this time of sorrow.
Ken and Donna Hay - Aug 24, 2025
We are sad to hear about Karl. He was always so pleasant to talk to. The Hiler family is in are thoughts and prayers.
Chris Daniel - Aug 23, 2025
The Hilers were our neighbors growing up around the corner. Faithful members of Mother of Sorrows Church in North Auburn. May this strong faith and the love of family and friends be of comfort to you at this time. God Bless.
Nancy Utz - Aug 22, 2025
Scott, Randy, and families - I am so sorry to hear of Karl's passing. So many memories from my younger days involve your family and your dad. A true gentleman, and wonderful friend and neighbor. I still remember him plowing our road to our barn so we could get out after the blizzard of 1978. Just looking out for his neighbors. I hope the good memories carry you through this time of sorrow.
Don & Laurie (Mason) Metzger - Aug 22, 2025
We are sorry to hear about your dad. He was always a friendly man with a wave while driving past or saying hi when he saw us. Don will always remember him as a guard at Donnelly's, and Laurie will as a great next door neighbor growing up. Prayers of comfort and peace to you all.
Lynne Kraft Schneider - Aug 21, 2025
Thinking of all you at this sad time. Cherish all the great memories. I'm sure there are many. Prayers to you.
Rusty Goebel - Aug 21, 2025
Always enjoyed talking to Karl at the National Farm Machinery show . Always talking about his family and farming . Prayers to the family and friends . RIP Karl
Marlene Johnson - Aug 21, 2025
Scott, Mary and the rest of the Hiler family, I’m sending you our sympathy and love for the loss of Scott’s father.
Larry and Fran Smith - Aug 20, 2025
Sorry to hear about Karl’s passing. Larry and I worked with Karl for years at Donnelley’s. What a great guy to work with kind, gentle, respectful, thoughtful, and a pleasure to be around. May you all find comfort and cherish memories made and hold them close to your heart. And may the Lord be with you all during this time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 🙏
Charlene Zaebst - Aug 20, 2025
So sorry for your loss Scot and Mary and family
Shelley - Aug 20, 2025
Karl, I am going to miss you big man. You always greeted me with a smile when I would walk in your room. Now you are with your lovely wife and pain free. I love you Karl and it was an honor to know you and take care of you!! 😭💔
Connie Bores - Aug 20, 2025
My Sympathies To the Hiler Family, Reading of Karl’s passing is so sad. He was a sweet and kind man, he will be missed by many. Praying that the memories he left behind will bring you comfort 🙏🏻
marin fairchild - Aug 20, 2025
your family is in my prayers through this difficult time, he’s at peace now, care free and playing with all the cows, i’ll forever miss talking to him at work about his cows and how much of impact it would put on him as soon as i’d start talking about them, i’ve never seen a smile so big! rest in peace buddy.
Peggy Opatken - Aug 20, 2025
Scott and family, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was so friendly..a true gentleman. And Scott you meant so much to me in the new Washington band.❤️
Jill McCoy - Aug 20, 2025
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I'm sending prayers.
