William Neal Claus

December 27, 1924 - March 31, 2014

William Neal Claus passed away on Monday, March 31, 2014. He was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio where he resided most of his life. A graduate of Central Catholic High School, he continued his education and graduated from John Carroll University in 1949 with a Bachelor of Science. He married Marjorie Miller on February 19, 1949, who preceded him. Together they enjoyed 65 years of marriage and raised five children, Kathleen (John) Brinkmann of Santa Clara, CA., Carol (Ron) Korvas of Orlando, FL., Bill (Jeanne) Claus of El Cerrito CA., Mark (Lynda) Claus of Cleveland Ohio, Mathew (Mary) Claus of Atlanta, GA.; 7 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many. After his retirement from Lederle Laboratories, Bill and his wife traveled to Spain, Germany, Australia, Canada, and throughout the United States and Hawaii. Bill loved traveling and meeting new people. He also enjoyed flowers, gardening and animals. His love of animals led him to a trip to Africa with his college roommate John Bevington. A resident of Swan Creek Retirement Community, his family wishes to extend their appreciation for the commitment of care and service provided to Bill and all residents. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 11:00am on Saturday April 5, 2014 at Gesu Church. Friends are invited to the interment following mass at Calvary Cemetery. Immediately following will be a reception at Swan Creek Retirement Community, 5916 Cresthaven Ln, in Toledo. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ansberg-West Funeral Directors, 419-472-7633. Online condolences may be left at www.ansberg-west.com.