Florence Muenzer

On Friday, April 23, 2021 , Florence Heilman Muenzer passed away peacefully at the age of 89 after a blessed and happy life. Florence was born on November 20, 1931 in Toledo, Ohio to Louis and Mildred (Leonard) Heilman and grew up in Maumee, Ohio. She attended Maumee High School and Mary Manse College, where she went on to receive her Masters Degree in Education. Florence was one of 13 children in her loving and supportive family. In 1953 she married Raymond Muenzer and they settled in Maumee. Florence continued to teach Kindergarten for 55 years, having a positive influence on over 4,000 children. Florence enjoyed music and was an accomplished pianist and organist. In the mid-1970's, Florence and Ray had a full pipe organ installed in their home. It took a year to install, with over 2,000 pipes and 8 miles of wiring. Their home was always filled with music and laughter. Florence leaves behind her son John (Mary Dillon), grandchildren Katharine (John Carroll), Joseph (Amanda), Caroline (Anthony Incerto), Elizabeth (Alec Schaffer), Natalie (T.J. Atimalala), Michael (Michaela Davis), Raymond and 9 great grandchildren. Also surviving are her brothers, Alfred (Ann Hannon) and James (Linda Hill) Heilman; sisters Frances Anderson, Anne VanderHooven, Loretta Seitz, Martha McKenzie, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Florence was preceded in death by her husband Raymond and grandson Daniel. Also by her parents, Louis and Mildred Heilman; brothers Thomas, Leonard, Robert, and Edward; sisters Patricia Kinsley and Julia Lafen. There will be a private burial followed by a Memorial Mass planned for this summer at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Maumee, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Florence's name to St. Joseph Catholic School, 104 W. Broadway Street, Maumee, OH 43537. Arrangements by Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, Maumee. Online condolences may be shared at walkerfuneralhomes.com