R. Eugene "Gene" Marquart, age 78 of Willard, Ohio passed away Monday, July 21, 2025 at his home. He was born June 18, 1947 in Crawford County, Ohio to the late Richard and Wanda (Fortney) Marquart. He retired from RR Donnelley and Sons Co. and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Willard. He graduated from Buckeye Central High School in New Washington in 1965.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela Sue (Riedel) Marquart, whom he married November, 1, 1969; siblings, Janet Lasten of Powell, Roger (Juleen) Marquart of New Washington and Charlene (Bucky) Glorioso of Willard; five nieces, Emily (Don) Strube and their children, Katie and Ellie; Lisa (Allan) Pasqualini and their children, Nathan, Mikayla and Olivia; Angie Marquart; Sheila (Eric) Sobers and their children, Taylor and Addie; and Michele (Bill) Northcutt and their children, Makena and Kennadi; and one nephew, Matt (Theresa) Seasly and their son, Ayden.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Wanda Marquart; brother-in-law, Ron Lasten and great nephew, Tyler Niese.
Visitation will be on Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM and Friday, July 25, 2025 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at the Secor Funeral Home in New Washington, where the funeral service will be on Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM with Pastor April Casperson officiating. Burial will follow at the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in New Washington. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Willard Area Food Bank, or St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Linda and Frank Mendoza - Aug 7, 2025
Our deepest condolences to the family. RIP GENE
Marty Smith - Jul 30, 2025
Pam and all Gene's family. My sincere condolences to you all. Gene was quite the cut up!, He never forgot to remind me I was little over 2 weeks " older" ..he always had ' his' version of us together in the nursery. Even though I was long gone when he got there..lol He will be missed by many God Bless ❤️✝️
Scott & Mary Hiler - Jul 28, 2025
Very sorry for your loss. I’ve had several occasions over the years to speak to your brother Roger and enjoyed our conversations. May he rest in peace.
Connie Montgomery - Jul 28, 2025
My twin sister, Bonnie and I (Vanichek) graduated in 1966, and have fond memories of Gene When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves memories in exchange. Hold onto those memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Prayers. 🙏
Dave Seasly - Jul 25, 2025
Sorry to hear of your loss, Pam. Gene seemed to me always happy and had a way of bringing a smile to those he interacted with. He will be missed.
Paula - Jul 24, 2025
Pam I am so sorry to hear about Gene. But I will always remember his sense of humor. Everytime I seen him he had me laughing. He will be missed by many.
Janice Richards - Jul 23, 2025
I am so saddened to hear of Gene’s passing. He was a kind and caring person and fellow classmate who was a very good man and husband to his wife Pam. I enjoyed a few casino bus trips with you both and appreciated showing me the tips at the casino. He will be missed at our 60th reunion this year.
PAUL ZIMMERMAN - Jul 23, 2025
My sincere sympathy to you Pam, Roger, Janet, Charlene and Families in the passing of Gene. I don't think he ever called me by my first name it was always my last. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Roberta - Jul 23, 2025
Pam thinking of you 🙏🏻❤️
Shirley Gates - Jul 23, 2025
So sorry Pam, thinking of you.
Pam and Paul Kin - Jul 22, 2025
Pam & Charlene - we are so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Karen Bedingfield - Jul 22, 2025
Pam So sorry for your loss! Prayers for your family!
Yogi and Donna Nagel - Jul 22, 2025
Pam, we are so sorry for your loss! We’re sending our sincere condolences and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
Trish Palmer Tarr - Jul 22, 2025
Pam- I am sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Nancy Tackett - Jul 22, 2025
Char and family. Extending my sincere condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Haupricht - Jul 22, 2025
My sincere sympathy.
Linda Veletean - Jul 22, 2025
Pam, Char, Bucky and all of Gene’s family. I have nothing but sympathy and prayers for all of you at this difficult time. Gene made me laugh every time I talked to him. What a great guy. His suffering is over and now the healing for all of you begins. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please know you have my deepest sympathy.
