Frederick M. Willshire Jr.

Fred Willshire, age 89, of Caledonia was called home by his Heavenly Father on Monday, June 24, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born in West Camden, New Jersey April 14, 1935 to the late Fred and Sophia Willshire. He was predeceased by his first wife Marlene (Gramza) Willshire, his son; Doug, granddaughter, Trisha Willshire. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 8 years, Mercey; sons, Brian (Stacey), Greg (Cindy) Willshire; grandchildren, Ben (Emily) Willshire, Marlee (Andrew) Meads, Michael & Sara Willshire; great-grandchildren, Peter & Gianna Meads and Rose Willshire. In addition to these, Fred is beloved and will be deeply missed by his “bonus” family, children; Richard (Joann) Erway, Juli (Lee) Papendick and their children and grandchildren. Fred served in the U.S. Army, from 1955 - 1957. He started out as a Salesman for National Biscuit Company in Toledo and through several promotions moved to Caledonia in 1974 and retired after thirty eight and a half years as sales manager. He served on a couple of committees at Holy Family and was a member of the Knights of Columbus #7341. Fred always enjoyed his time with the grandchildren, bowling, working in the yard, but most importantly attending any events that the grandchildren had. Funeral services will be held 11 am Monday, July 1, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Caledonia, with a luncheon following. Burial will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery at a later date. Relatives and friends may meet the family at the church on Monday from 10:00 am until time of service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Special Olympics.