Thomas Leon Gemmer

Thomas Leon Gemmer, age 67, of Van Wert , passed into his heavenly reward at 11:11 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at Van Wert Co. Hospital with his loving and supporting family and friends surrounding him.  He was born January 10, 1948 in Indianapolis,IN to Edward and Mabel
(Gallogly) Gemmer.  On April 25, 1980 he was united in marriage to Jean Ann Herman who survives him in Van Wert.

He is also survived by his children:  John Thomas (Christine) Gemmer of Ohio City- Chris (Jennifer) Gemmer of Chesapeake, VA- Jill Gemmer at home.  Grandchildren:  Erin, Alixandra, Johan, and Brooke Gemmer as well as Austin and Tyler (LeeHannah) McNeilan. One Great Grandson, Brodie McNeilan.  His Siblings: Twin brother Tim (Marilyn) Gemmer and John Phillip Gemmer both of Fort Wayne-Robert LaChar of Florida- Russell LaChar of Indianapolis= Kevin McNay of California-Orene Wilson of Franklin, IN.  Besides his parents he was preceded in death by 3 brothers: Pete, Larry, and Harry LaChar.

Tom was employed both as a licensed Physician's Assistant and a Registered Nurse.  He took great pride in the care he was able to provide to others especially through hospice care.

He was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church- Knights of Columbus Council 6034 and 4th. Degree Bishop Neumann Assembly 829, and the Choir of St. Mary's Church- He had proudly served his country in the United States Navy and retired after 26 1/2 years of service as a Chief Warrant Officer.  He had been awarded the Bronze Star with Valor, two Purple Hearts, and numerous other commendations.   He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5803 , American Legion Post 178, and the Disabled American Veterans #54- Eagles Lodge of Delphos- and was a Delphos St. John's Booster.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM Friday, June 19, 2015 at. St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church with Father Stan Szybka officiating.  Burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Ottoville, Ohio where Military Graveside Rites will be rendered.

Friends may call at Brickner Funeral Home from 2 - 5 and 6 - 8 Thursday, June 18.   In lieu of flowers preferred memorials to St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church and School or the Niswonger Performing Arts Center would be appreciated .