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In 1954, Stanley J. Donald Brunner. He sensed ahead of his time the exodus of the city life to the growth of the suburbs. and William G. Urbanski. William G.

Urbanski, who founded Urbanski Funeral Home on Lagrange Street in Toledo shortly after WWI, purchased property at Lewis Avenue and Dean Road in Temperance, Michigan from Mr. Stanley knew at that time it was only a matter of time before people in the city of Toledo would want to move to Bedford Township to raise their families in larger homes with land for their children to grow up on. He knew that it was only a matter of time before there was a need for a larger, more accommodating, upscale funeral facility in Bedford. Ground was broken in 1968 for what is now Urbanski's Bedford Funeral Chapel. We started with one acre of ground and built an 8,000 square foot building designed for the future of funeral service. This was started as a collaboration with Stanley J., William A. Three generations of funeral directors in the Urbanski family were involved. Urbanski graduated in March of 1969 from The Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, was named Resident Manager and moved into the facility which started operations in October, 1969. Three months later due to the need for ambulance service in the area, the Bedford Chapel Ambulance Service was begun by William G. With the help of volunteers from the Bedford Fire Department, hundreds of lives were saved over the many years. The now 12,000 square foot facility is the largest and most accommodating funeral establishment in the area, with the best prices available. We have also entered our 4th generation of licensed funeral directors, with Eric J. Urbanski receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2009.

03/11/2026

Patricia “Pat” Warnke
January 26, 1942 - March 7, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Warnke, 84, of Temperance, MI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at ProMedica Flower Hospital. Pat was born on January 26, 1942, in Toledo, OH and was the daughter of Isaac Knox and Ailene (Lawrence) Dunlop. She was a 1960 graduate of DeVilbiss High School. Pat married George Warnke on April 7,1961.
She had been employed at GB Warnke and Associates since 1972, helping George open the company and manage the finances for close to 50 years. She was an integral part of the company and was loved by their former and current employees. She was a former member of the Bedford Athletic and Band Boosters and Football Moms Club while her children were in high school. Pat was known for her quick-wit, enjoyment of kitchen-table conversations, love for football, enduring patience, and love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved cats and adopted many throughout her years, including her current cat, Rex. She enjoyed feeding and watching birds in her backyard, especially cardinals. Both animals and children seemed to sense Pat’s calm nature and would flock to her.
Pat is survived by her husband of over 64 years, George, her four children, Robert (Donna) Warnke, Lisa (Tom) Campbell, Debra (Steve) Balmert, Scott (Lisa) Warnke, 10 grandchildren, David, Jennifer, Stephanie, Beth, Thomas Jr, Michael, Matthew, Hannah, Zachary, Lucas, and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Robert Dunlop.
Cremation and private burial will be at Bedford Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bedford Senior Center or the Bedford Township Lions Club. The family would like to thank Friends of the Family Home Health Care, specifically Alexandria (Alex) and Kerry for their help in taking care of Pat.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com

02/23/2026

Kathaleen “Kathy” Elizabeth Shadix
November 26, 1959 - February 15, 2026

Kathaleen “Kathy” Elizabeth Shadix, 66 years, of Petersburg, MI passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 while traveling in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The daughter of Joseph and Barbara (Burrow) McReynolds, she was born November 26, 1959 in Spencer, OH. Kathy was a 1978 graduate of Bedford High School.
She loved her family and friends. Kathy enjoyed spending time crafting, scrapbooking, and especially traveling. An avid University of Michigan football fan, she also liked collecting Mickey Mouse merchandise. She loved to bake and make homemade jams. Her famous peanut butter and chocolate cookies will be missed.
Kathaleen is survived by the love of her life whom she spent the last 37 years with, Thomas Layman; children, Richard (April) Shadix, Christina (Jason) Gilbert, Anthony (Alicia) Spackey, Joshua Spackey; bonus children, Kelly (Dale) Smith, Amanda (Brian) Trease; sisters, Tina (Rick) Stansley, Tami (Jeff Wagenhauser) Miller; brothers, Todd (Kelli) Ogle, David Higley, Danny Goldsmith; grandchildren, Keegan Degner, Kassidy (Rachel) Degner, Zachary (Laura) Gilbert, Bradley (Alexis) Gilbert, Sadie Spackey, Evelyn Spackey, Emelia Spackey, Nick Heinrich, Paige Heinrich, Monica (Lance) Thompson, Victoria (Dennis) Celestino, Devon Miller, Rose Trease, Owen Trease; 6 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Barb Ogle; her bonus dad, Thomas Ogle; her father, Joseph McReynolds; brothers, Terri and Thomas Ogle Jr.; nephews, Zachary Wagenhauser and Aaron Miller.
Private services will be held for the immediate family. A “celebration of life” will be on Sunday, March 8, 2026 from 2-5PM at the Summerfield VFW Post 6509, 3977 Sylvania Petersburg Rd., Petersburg, MI, 49270.
Arrangements entrusted to Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI. Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com .

02/17/2026

Michael “Mike” Henry Mickens
October 22, 1949 - February 9, 2026

Michael “Mike” Henry Mickens, 76 years, of Toledo, OH passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026 in Cleveland, OH. The son of Gerald and Arla (Ackerman) Mickens, he was born on October 22, 1949 in Toledo, OH.
A 1968 graduate of Whitmer High School, Michael was a Vietnam War Veteran serving in the United States Army 1st Air Calvary Division. He retired from the Ford Motor Company as a Tool and Die Maker. Mike worked as a groundskeeper for 17 years at the Detwiler Golf Course. He roller skated with the Ohio State Amateur roller-skating association from 1964-1968.
Mike was a loving husband to Shirley, an extraordinary father, grandfather otherwise known as “Poppy” and a great-grandfather. He enjoyed golfing, riding his Harley motorcycle, woodworking, annual snowbird trips to Florida, boating and working on mechanical projects. Mike was a grill master at cooking briskets during the holidays. He enjoyed spending time at the ORYC (a 40-year member) with his many friends and golf buddies. Mike was a wonderful and loving man, so full of knowledge and wisdom, we all learned so much from him. He was the first one to offer his help and the last to leave the worksite.
Michael was an active member of the Ottawa River Yacht Club and Golf League, Florida Bamboo Garden Golf League, American Legion Post 273, VFW Post 606, NRA and the Sandusky County Sportsman Club.
Michael is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; son, Jon (Carrie) Dellabona and daughter, Tina (Dave) Bachmayer; grandchildren, Christopher, Katelyn (Ross), Kristen (Matt), Andrea, Dustin (MaRenna), Brandon and 7 beautiful great-children; sister, Darcy (Jeff) Ulrich and brother-in-law, Jim Grochowski.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Debbie Grochowski and brother, Gary Mickens.
A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI where a memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.

02/14/2026

James “Jim” R. Weislak
July 16, 1944 - February 12, 2026

James “Jim” R. Weislak, 81 years, of Temperance, MI passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026 in his home surrounded by his loving family. The son of Chester and Helen (Horen) Weislak Bollinger, he was born on July 16, 1944 in Toledo, OH.
Jim attended Macomber High School graduating in 1962. He married the love of his life, Ruth Wiczynski on May 21, 1966 and was happily married until her passing in 1999.
Jim had a passion for classic cars, often spending his weekends at car shows with his brother and sister-in-law. He also enjoyed watching old westerns as they were always playing on his tv. A recent snowbird, he split his time between his home in Temperance, MI and sunny Fort Myers, FL. He worked for Dana Corporation for many years and was a truck driver for the Toledo Blade for over 20 years retiring in 2006. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Worth his weight in gold, he was always available to pick them up from school and take them to practice or appointments on a daily basis.
Jim is survived by his daughter, Julie (Greg) Bushroe; grandchildren, Will, Cole, Blake and Faith Bushroe; great-grandson, Carter; siblings, Caroline Flaczynski, Marty (Jennie) Weislak and Joy (Jim) Wozniak; sister-in-law, Joanne Weislak Ginter, brother-in-law Tom Wiczynski. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth; son, James M. Weislak, brother, Kenny Weislak and parents, Chester Weislak; Delmer & Helen Bollinger.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. Entombment will follow in Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.

02/10/2026

Linda J. Sadowski
July 26, 1943 - February 7, 2026

Linda J. Sadowski, 82 years, of Toledo, OH passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 in her home surrounded by family. The daughter of Ezra and Maurine (Lewis) Sterling, she was born July 26, 1943 in Toledo. She married Donald Sadowski Sr. on June 12, 1964. Linda worked 19 years for Industrial Enamel. In 2001 she retired after 20 years as a painter and molder for Bernard Plastic in Toledo.
Linda was kind-hearted, never did anyone wrong and brought warmth to everyone she met. She enjoyed peaceful days fishing with her husband, Donald. Linda loved playing cards, especially euchre, enjoyed the casino, and was always hopeful with her lotto tickets.
She is survived by her children, Donald Sadowski Jr., David Sadowski; granddaughter, Heather (Kyle) Spitnale; great-grandchildren, Riley and Alayna Spitnale; brother, Glenn (Joyce) Sterling and Virginia Eckhart. Linda was preceded in death by husband, Donald; sisters, Roberta Sterling, Laura Werner; brother, Richard Sterling; half siblings, Harvey, Everett, Robert and Geraldine.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. Burial will be private in Historic Woodlawn Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.

02/06/2026

Janet Joyce
March 24, 1955 - February 1, 2026

Janet Joyce, 70 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 in her home. The daughter of Willis and Beverly (Nelson) DeVries she was born March 24, 1955 in Toledo, OH.
A 3rd-generation Jeep worker, Janet had worked there as a forklift driver for 25 years.
She loved gardening and working on her flower beds, cooking, and baking. She enjoyed going camping and she especially liked showing off her classic 1970 Challenger at car shows. An avid NASCAR fan, her favorite was Dale Earnhardt. Janet also looked forward to spending time with her dog, Missy.
Jan is survived by her loving husband, Rob Joyce; son, Matt Hulisz; stepchildren, Vikki Callimon, Heather (Michael) Joyce Sullivan; sister, Debbie Hunke of Temple, TX; brother, Jeff DeVries of Point Place, OH; and 6 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sara Hulisz.
Visitation will be on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI where a Memorial Service will be held at 3:30 p.m.
Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com .

02/05/2026

Cosa Agatha Becker
August 19, 1929 - February 3, 2026

Cosa Agatha Becker, 96 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in her home surrounded by family. The daughter of Charles and Harriet (Thompson) Williams, she was born August 19, 1929 in Ann Arbor, MI.
Known for her great sense of humor, she brought laughter and warmth to those around her. She enjoyed coloring with beautiful attention to detail. She enjoyed doing crafts and playing Bingo, especially when she won! Cosa married Herman Becker on June 12, 1981 in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Temperance. She worked for 18 years at Villa North Nursing Home.
She is survived by her children, Donna (Robert) Schlievert, William (Margaret) Ankney, Debbie (Jack) Anderson, Johnnie (Evelyn) Ankney, Darleen Lynn; 9 grandchildren and many loving great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman; son, Ronald Ankney; sisters, Margaret Schafer, Dorothy Crosby, Virginia Armstrong and Etta Rupert.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. where the funeral service will be Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. Entombment will follow in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Memory Lane Care Service or The Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.

02/03/2026

Robert W. Fisher
February 16, 1946 - January 25, 2026

Robert W. Fisher, loving husband, father, grandfather, and proud U.S. Navy veteran, passed away peacefully at his home in Arizona surrounded by family on January 25, 2026. He was born on February 16, 1946, at home in Toledo, Ohio, and was raised and lived most of his life in Michigan.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Angeline Fisher; his children, Robert (Denise) Fisher and Dawn (Scott) Hughes; and his cherished grandchildren, Shannah (Josh) Zoller, Whitney (Kurtis) Abraham, Bobby Fisher, and Desiree (Daniel Jr.) Brown. He also leaves behind many beloved great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Robert is also survived by his siblings, Dale (Dar) Fisher, Christine Koch, Wayne Fisher, and Roger (Melissa) Fisher.
He was preceded in death by his grandson, Bradley Hughes; his parents, Robert and Caroline Fisher; and his brothers, Harold Fisher and Gary Fisher.
Robert proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1967 as an Engineman aboard the USS Holland (AS-32) and the USS Canopus (AS-34). He was honorably discharged and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.
Robert’s love for the outdoors and adventure was a big part of who he was. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed following flat track and dirt track racing. He had a passion for racing sportsman cars, was highly skilled at target shooting, and loved friendly competition in horseshoes and co****le. Some of his favorite times were spent exploring the Arizona mountains in his side-by-side with friends and family, and he also enjoyed flying his ultralight. He had a special love for animals, especially his dogs, who were always close to his heart. These passions reflected his free spirit and the way he truly enjoyed life. He was also known for his playful sense of humor and never missed a chance for a friendly slap on the back or shoulder bump as he passed by. Above all, his family always came first, and he deeply treasured the time he spent with those he loved.
Cremation will take place, and per his wishes, there will be no memorial service.
He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

01/29/2026

Clifford J. Renn
June 24, 1936 - January 24, 2026

On January 24, 2026, Clifford J. Renn, 89 years, of Lambertville, MI left this earth to be with his beloved wife, Rachel. Cliff was born on June 24, 1936 in Floyd K***s, IN. He was raised by his parents, Markus R. Renn and Anna M. Renn in Lambertville, MI.
Clifford served in the United States Air Force from 1959 until his honorable discharge on May 17, 1968. After the Air Force, Cliff went to work as a radio mechanic for North Central Airlines (which after mergers became Northwest Airlines). He retired from Northwest Airlines after 30 years.
Cliff was a huge Detroit Tiger fan and if they were playing a game, it would be on his television! He was pretty handy at fixing and repairing most things. He especially liked to work on his 1958 Chevy Biscayne alongside his grandson, Luke. He also enjoyed tending to his organic garden. He said the homegrown vegetables harvested from his garden just tasted best. He was a longtime member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.
Clifford is survived by his daughters, Veronica (Russ) Holmes, Cecelia (Tom) Mallin, and son, John Renn; grandchildren, Sara (Matt) Mason, Corey Holmes, Joshua (Taylor) Holmes, Heather (Josh) Mallin, Lucas Mallin; great-grandchildren, Connor and Blake Holmes; sister, Helen Kuch-Kunich, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Clifford was preceded in death by sons, Markus C. Renn and Matthew M. Renn; grandson, Zachary R. Holmes; and sister, Mary Rose Marking.
We are forever grateful to Lisa, Gail, Drew, Jenni and Christian for their extraordinary love and dedication shown to Cliff. Your care allowed him to stay in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family as he so very much wished.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church 4605 St. Anthony Rd., Temperance, MI. where visiting will begin after 10:00 a.m. in the narthex. Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery, Temperance, MI.
The family requests, in lieu of flowers, friends can make memorial donations to St. Anthony Catholic Church, Hospice of Northwest Ohio or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.

01/24/2026

Marvin L. Angerer
January 3,1934 - January 22, 2026

Friday January 30, 2026 Military Honors conducted by Lambertville VFW Post 9656 1 PM at Bedford Memorial Gardens cemetery

01/21/2026

David Parker Eason
November 26, 1972 - January 15, 2026

David Parker Eason, 53, of Temperance, MI, passed away January 15, 2026 after a valiant six-week struggle with cancer. David fought his Goliath with all his might, achieving a spiritual victory that made us proud.
Born November 26, 1972 in Toledo, OH to Mark and Shari (O’Brien) Eason, he was a deeply loved, strikingly beautiful child, attending Sylvania schools. After graduating in 1991 from St. Mary Catholic Central High School, Monroe, MI, he attended the University of Toledo for 3 ½ years. Adored by his grandparents, especially Charles and Evelyn (Parker) Barefoot, he delighted in Barefoot, Parker, and Eason family traditions.
David, known as Dave to his many friends, married Amy Haggerty in 1997 and the couple had two amazing sons, David Parker and Patrick Owen. The four of them so enjoyed spending time together in a tight-knit circle of love. Within the last seven years, the Easons were gifted with two fine daughters-in-law and five grandchildren on whom David doted and to whom he was “Pops.”
For most of his adult life, David worked in sales, earning awards and promotions as a result of his hard work ethic, intellect, and skills in developing rapport with people.
His closest family members, cousins, uncles, aunts, in-laws, and a host of friends will always recall how hilarious he was, delivering his dry wit without skipping a beat. Possessing a gruff exterior, all who loved him knew his big tender heart was pure platinum. His years were enriched by the warmest of friendships; he cherished in particular his three closest friends, Paul Leite, Brian Heady, and John Elden, who were with him through the end.
Of all the roles David played in his life, none were more treasured than those of father, husband, son, grandson, grandfather, and brother. Those of us who he was a step ahead of in transitioning will feel a cavernous space in our hearts that only David can fill. We include beloved wife Amy; precious sons, Parker (Joselyn) and Patrick (Jamie) Eason; grandchildren, David Parker, Maddie, Maya, Masyn, and Archer Eason; devoted mother, Shari O’Brien; siblings, Danny O’Brien, Taylor (Brandon) Goebel, and Steven Eason; uncle, Jeff Barefoot; loving cousins, in-laws, and other dear relatives and friends too numerous to name.
His father, Mark Eason, passed away on December 28, 2025, and his uncle, Glen (Connie) Eason, on March 21, 2025.
Though broken-hearted, we are uplifted in knowing he has joined his God and Savior, who he has loved beyond measure. In his last sacred moments at St. Vincent’s, his immediate family encircled him and upheld him in love, witnessing a radiance, a joy, and a peace flood his face and illuminate his beautiful blue eyes as he experienced the ultimate healing.
On Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., a Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, 2535 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, OH following a visitation there from 10:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m.
Tributes to David can be made to Rosary Cathedral, the parish David so deeply loved and where he so keenly felt the presence of the Lord.
Arrangements entrusted to Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI. Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com

01/17/2026

Kenneth Harry Malinowski, Sr.
Juky 25, 1940 - January 15, 2026

Kenneth Harry Malinowski, Sr., 85 years, formerly of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 in Bridge Hospice, Findlay, OH. The son of Harry and Florence (Hendricks) Malinowski, he was born July 25, 1940 in Toledo, OH. He was a graduate of Bedford High School.
Following a family history of military service, Ken proudly served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1957 to 1963, stationed in New York and Cape May, NJ for his basic training. During his service, he participated in patrolling, search and rescue and was on standby during the Cuban Missile Crisis aboard Coast Guard Boat 83327. After completing his service, he returned to Toledo and worked at the Old Flower Hospital, contributing to the planning and building of the current Flower Hospital in Sylvania, OH such as the big fountain in front. A true jack-of-all trades, Ken was a millwright and head of maintenance. Ken was employed at Northwest Mechanical Contractors, University of Toledo, Bunting Bearings and retired from the Bullard Company.
An avid outdoorsman, he loved nature, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his dogs. He enjoyed shooting trap and s***t, woodworking, tinkering, boating, and spending time at his cabin up North in Atlanta, MI.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 232 Grand Rapids, OH.
Ken was previously married to Patsy (Bailie) and later divorced. In 1991 he married Ramona (Duncan) Haas.
He is survived by his wife, Ramona; daughter, Kimberly Malinowski of LaSalle, MI; bonus sons, Easy (Ann) Haas of Martin, OH, Kyle (Rachel) Haas of Waterville, OH; sister, Nancy Orzechowski of Sierra Vista, AZ; grandson, Paton Malinowski of LaSalle, MI; granddaughters, Melissa (Connor) Gavin of Toledo; Cecilia and Edith Haas of Waterville, OH; great-grandsons, Jack and Jasper Gavin, Caden Malinowski, great-granddaughter, Joan Gavin; niece, Kathy (Jack) Sprague of Hereford, AZ; nephew, Jim (Shawn) Ellison of Whitehouse OH; great-nephew, Max Ramsay of Columbus, OH; best hunting and fishing sidekick, Dick (Holly) Tabbert of Swanton, OH; nices, Jessica (Cory) Whitaker of Columbus OH, Lauren Ellison of Cincinnati, OH; nephew, Bill Orzechowski of AZ and many other nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Ken Malinowski; brother-in-law, Richard Orzechowski; sister, Barbara Morris; great-grandson, Harold “Harry” Gavin and special hunting buddy, Ted Knapik.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. in Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI. Burial will follow in Whiteford Union Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by Lambertville VFW Post 9656.
Memorial donations may be made to Bridge Hospice in Findlay, OH or Wounded Warriors.
Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com .

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In 1954, Stanley J. Urbanski, who founded Urbanski Funeral Home on Lagrange Street in Toledo shortly after WWI, purchased property at Lewis Avenue and Dean Road in Temperance, Michigan from Mr. Donald Brunner. Stanley knew at that time it was only a matter of time before people in the city of Toledo would want to move to Bedford Township to raise their families in larger homes with land for their children to grow up on. He sensed ahead of his time the exodus of the city life to the growth of the suburbs. He knew that it was only a matter of time before there was a need for a larger, more accommodating, upscale funeral facility in Bedford. Ground was broken in 1968 for what is now Urbanski's Bedford Funeral Chapel. We started with one acre of ground and built an 8,000 square foot building designed for the future of funeral service. This was started as a collaboration with Stanley J., William A. and William G. Urbanski. Three generations of funeral directors in the Urbanski family were involved. William G. Urbanski graduated in March of 1969 from The Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, was named Resident Manager and moved into the facility which started operations in October, 1969. Three months later due to the need for ambulance service in the area, the Bedford Chapel Ambulance Service was begun by William G. Urbanski. With the help of volunteers from the Bedford Fire Department, hundreds of lives were saved over the many years. The now 12,000 square foot facility is the largest and most accommodating funeral establishment in the area, with the best prices available. We have also entered our 4th generation of licensed funeral directors, with Eric J. Urbanski receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2009.