Lia Lois Barhite

Lia Lois (Coci) Barhite, 79, of Toledo, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. She was born in Toledo to Albert and Dorothy (Stevens) Coci on June 17, 1943. Lia attended Whitney Vocational School and worked many jobs throughout her life, including Sears, and the Cherry St. Mission. She loved roller skating when she was younger and always had a “go-getter” attitude. She feared nothing and loved life. She married her loving husband, Fred, and spent many years together before his passing. Lia enjoyed embroidery, watching wrestling, and playing Bingo & Bunko.

Lia is survived by her daughter, Lauri Barhite; sister, Donna Hitchner, Doris (Guy) Schafer; brother, Larry (Nancy) Coci; goddaughter, Cynthia Lezon; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her beloved husband, Fred, she was preceded in death by her parents; son, Scott Barhite; and brothers, Albert Coci and Arnold Coci.

Friends will be received on Monday, April 24, 2023, beginning at 4 p.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 5155 W. Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, OH, where a Funeral Service will be held at 7 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family to assist in funeral expenses. To donate, visit the "Tribute Fund". Online condolences may be made at walkerfuneralhomes.com.