Gregory Deitering

Greg “Gregory” F. Deitering, age 53, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away on July 15, 2022, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Perrysburg. Greg was a 1986 graduate of Maumee High School and continued his education at The University of Toledo, earning a bachelor's degree. Greg worked in Information Systems for Lucas County at the Government Center, Dana Corp., and most recently worked at Bowling Green State University. Greg was known for having a laid-back personality. He loved listening to 80-90s hard rock while he exercised, and soft 70s music to unwind. He enjoyed walking with his mother at Swan Creek on Saturday mornings. He recently took an interest in metal detecting, but napping was his all-time favorite hobby. Greg loved football and especially enjoyed cheering on his Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns. Most of all, he cherished his time with his family and friends. Greg was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend to many and will be deeply missed by all. Greg wanted everyone to remember that time is precious. He often quoted, “No one ever said on their death bed, “I wish I spent more time in the office.”

Gregory Frederick Deitering was born on July 26, 1968, in Lima, Ohio, the son of Daniel and Marita (Mattern) Deitering. Greg married Jill Anne (Jakab), on January 20, 1995, and the two have enjoyed 27 years together.

In addition to Jill, left to cherish his memory include two sons, Quinn (Madi) and Zane; mother, Marita (Josef) Perkins; siblings, Martina (Bruce) Benton, and Dan Deitering; niece and nephew, Audrey, and Miles Benton; brother-in-law, Chris Jakab; mother-in-law, Janis Jakab; many, many, cousins, and friends; feline companion, Sweetie; and best friend, Merritt Obreiter. Greg is preceded in death by his father, Daniel.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to everyone who supplied endless meals, kind words, cards, and gifts during Greg’s illness. Your generosity will never be forgotten. In addition, thank you to Hospice of Northwest Ohio Perrysburg for taking excellent care of Greg during this time.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022, from 9:00-10:00AM at Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, in Maumee. A memorial service will follow at 10:00AM. Continued fellowship will follow the services for an hour at the funeral home.

In honor of Greg’s love for The Ohio State Buckeyes, the family encourages those who attend the services to wear their favorite scarlet and grey attire.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of NWO, Toledo Humane Society, or National Brain Tumor Society.