Marsha Jean Schmalzried

Marsha J. Schmalzried, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 8, 2016, having lived life to the fullest. The daughter of William and Donna Tappen, she was born August 24, 1948 in Toledo. She was a 1966 graduate of Bowsher High School. On April 1, 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Walt Schmalzried. Marsha dedicated her life to raising her family. After her children were grown, she attended cosmetology school to become a hairdresser, graduating in 1985. Marsha treasured her winters in St. Petersburg, Florida with Walt. She loved gardening and always had the most beautiful morning glories. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Walt; children, Charles (Micky Jordan), Chad; grandchildren; John (Ashley), Jessica, Max, Marissa, Gracie; sister, Sharon (Randy) Shaffer, Sue (Herb) Rhoades; brother-in-law, Hans (Susan) Schmalzried; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. She was preceded in death by parents; brother, Mark and her beloved Hemi. Friends may visit the family on Monday, January 11, 2016 from 3-8 PM at Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania (west of Corey Rd) with a celebration of her life at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Assistance Dogs of America, 5605 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43560. Condolences may be shared with the family at walkerfuneralhomes.com. Marshas family would like to thank Vicki, Jenny, Nancy and Rose with Hospice of Northwest Ohio and Dories and Sherry with Friends of the Family for all their wonderful care.