Jonathan W. Souter

Jonathan W. Souter, 41, of Oregon, Ohio and formerly of Sandusky passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023.

He was born on December 22, 1981, in Sandusky and was a 2000 graduate of Perkins High School. Jonathan earned his bachelor's degree in business and marketing from the University of Toledo. He used his education and communication skills as a contractor in construction. He enjoyed all sports, especially golfing with his family. Jonathan was an avid Perkins Pirate fan, but his true joy came in spending time with his family, especially bonding with his brother, and spoiling his nephew, and niece.  

He is survived by his parents, Rick and Terry (Schwanger) Souter of Sandusky; his brother, Andrew Souter of Sandusky; nephew and niece, Mason and Ariel Souter; fiancé, Lex Bolanis; aunts, Tammy (Paul) Wilke and Tricia (Barry) Embler; uncle, Bill (Lisa) Souter, several cousins, friends, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ted and Diane Schwanger; paternal grandparents, William and Jean Souter; and uncle, Toby Schwanger.

Memorial services for Jonathan will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in the Lost Sailor Inn, (formerly First Congregational United Church of Christ), 431 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. Pastor Trevor Ryan will officiate. A celebration of Jonathan’s life will immediately follow the memorial service at Vita, 256 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. At this time, everyone is invited to share memories with his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Celebrate Recovery, c/o The Chapel, 4444 Gallaway Road, Sandusky, Ohio 44870 or to Christ-Centered Addiction Group, c/o Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 334 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, Ohio 44870. 

Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky has been entrusted with arrangements.

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