Stephen A. Tsantles

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Stephen A. Tsantles, 66, of Fostoria, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Fostoria Community Hospital. He was born in Fostoria on March 28, 1950 to the late James P. and Donna E. (Breidigan) Tsantles. Stephen married Dawn T. Brandt on November 14, 1970 and she survives him in Fostoria. Stephen graduated from Fostoria High School and worked for Seneca Wire Manufacturing Company for 35 years, and currently worked at NSI Crankshaft, both out of Fostoria. He loved music and listening to his CD's all the time. Stephen was a devoted Detroit Lions, Tigers, and Pistons fan and also a Michigan Wolverines fan. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, especially little Braylon. Stephen was not an animal lover, but knew his wife was, so in the end Dawn believes he loved animals as she did. Stephen was loved by many friends and co-workers. He will be missed by all. Stephen is survived by his wife Dawn of 46 years; son, Joshua Tsantles; daughters, Rachelle Tsantles, and Ashley Cooper; 3 grandchildren, Kailee James, Braylon Mosby, and Alexia Woodley, all of Findlay. He is also survived by his brother, Nicholas (Paula) Tsantles of Brandeton, FL; sister, Christine (Marty) Phillips; sister-in-law, Kristine Scherf of Fostoria; brothers-in-law, James Brandt of Fostoria, and Robert Brandt of Arizona; and his lifelong friend, Gary Dennis of Palm Coast, Fl. In addition to his parents, Stephen was preceded in death by brothers, Peter, Tommy, and Michael Tsantles; his mother and father-in-law, Thelma and Robert Brandt. Friends and family may visit on Friday, March 31, 2017 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. at the conclusion of visitation with Pastor Bernie Dickson officiating. Memorial contributions in Stephen's name may be made to the Hancock County Humane Society.