Josephine Vanwagner

Josephine “Jo” VanWagner, age 96 of Toledo passed away May 11, 2022 at Ohio Living Swan Creek.  She was born August 19, 1925 in Toledo to Clarence and Mildred (Foote) VanWagner.  A graduate of Bowling Green High School she earned her Bachelor’s degree from the College of Wooster and then earned her Master’s Degree  from the University of Toledo.  Jo spent the majority of her teaching career at Maumee High School where she taught social studies.  She was very well liked and respected by her pupils.  After retirement,  she volunteered at Toledo Hospital.  Her  greatest joy  was boating on Lake Erie with the love of her life, Ken.  Being an only child, she valued family relationships and long-lasting relationships with friends.  A past member of Collingwood Presbyterian Church, she was an animal lover, especially dogs and hummingbirds.  Jo was an avid reader, especially mysteries and also enjoyed cooking.

Surviving are several cousins and dear friends, especially Ellen Hurd.

A memorial service will be held June 11, 2022 at 11 am in the chapel of Ohio Living Swan Creek.  The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Ohio Living Swan Creek for their care and attention and direct any donations in her memory to be there.  Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, Maumee assisted the family and condolences may be shared with them at walkerfuneralhomes.com