Rick Strausbaugh

Rick J. Strausbaugh, age 64, of Harpster, passed away at 6:42 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. 

Rick was born Feb. 26, 1958, in Tiffin, to Richard E. and Rosetta E. (Brickner) Strausbaugh.  

Rick is survived by his daughters, Danielle (Nick) Boes, of Forest; and Kasie (Kyle) Merical, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; and his grandchildren, Scarlett, Maverick and Trinity. Rick also is survived by his brother, Dennis (Kathy) Strausbaugh, of Republic; sister, Karen Plott, of Upper Sandusky; sister-in-law, Tina Strausbaugh, of Tiffin; former spouse, Janet Coppus, of Upper Sandusky; and six nieces and nephews, Alexandra Plott, Samuel Plott, Nicole Bischoff, Aaron Strausbaugh, Kelly MacMillan and Ryan Strausbaugh.  

Rick was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Edward and William Strausbaugh; and his brother-in-law David Plott.  

Rick attended Hopewell-Loudon for most of his high school career and then graduated early from St. Francis High School in Tiffin. 

He was a boiler operator, air tool repair technician and production associate for various manufacturers in the region; along with being an innovative investor and superior repairman. Most recently he worked for Kasai in Upper Sandusky.  

Rick enjoyed tending to his garden, studying history and loved politics. He was well known for planning fun family vacations and weekend getaways. Rick was very handy and was always working on projects around the house. He loved relaxing in the pool and spending time with his family — especially his grandkids.  

A private service for Rick will be held with Deacon Kevin Wintersteller officiating. A public visitation is from 5–7 p.m. Wednesday at Lucas-Batton Funeral Home in Upper Sandusky.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Lifeline of Ohio or Veteran Companion Animal Services and can be sent to Lucas-Batton, 476 S. Sandusky Ave., Upper Sandusky, OH 43351, or made online. 

Online condolences may be shared at www.lucasbatton.com.

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