Lawrence "Larry" Wissler (1953 – 2024 )

Lawrence "Larry" Wissler, 71, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on December 12, 2024. Larry was a proud graduate of Start High School and went on to earn his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Throughout his life, Larrry's passions were as abundant as his love for those around him. Whether on the volleyball court or the golf course, Larry found joy in moments spent with family and friends.

Larry wore many hats in his lifetime: coach, boss, entrepreneur, and more. But the roles he cherished most were being a devoted husband, a loving father, and proud Papa. He was married to the love of his life, Kathy (Mills) Wissler, his high school sweetheart for 51 wonderful years. Larry's favorite quotes, "Me + you, you + me, that's the way it will always be" and "I loved you then, I love you now, I'll love you forever", epitomized the unwavering love and dedication he showed to Kathy every day of their life together. To Larry, she was the greatest gift God could have given him.

As a father to five children, Larry was their hero – the man with the "S" on his chest. He wasn't just "Dad", he was their best friend, mentor, refuge, and guiding voice through life's twists and turns. Larry leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, not only for his family, but for the countless friends whose lives he touched with his warmth and wisdom.

Larry was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Wissler; mother, Dawn Haffelder, father, Bill Haffelder; and brother, Jack Haffelder. Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Kathy and their five children: sons, Jeffrey, Chad and his wife Megan, Craig and his wife Terra, David and his wife Lais; and daughter, Bethany; 10 (soon to be 11) grandchildren; sister, Susan and her husband Gary Miller; sister-in-law, Nancy Haffelder and many nieces and nephews.

Larry's Celebration of Life will be held at Castillo Funeral Home, (1757 Tremainsville Rd.) on January 4, 2025 from 1-4 p.m. with a memorial service beginning at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to the American Heart Association.

Until we meet again, Larry, enjoy your heavenly wings. You will be deeply missed and forever loved.