Chad Michael Minnich, 42, from Lakeview, OH, passed away June 15, 2022, at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima, OH.
Chad was born on May 23, 1980, a son of Joseph M. (Deb) Minnich and Angela Zonker Weidner. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Tim Weidner.
Chad was dad to four amazing, beautiful children, Dakota Minnich of Lakeview, Ciarra Minnich of Belle Center, OH, Alex Minnich of Lakeview, and Teah Minnich of Michigan, a granddaughter, Novalee Rose Minnich, a sister, Brandy Weidner, grandmother, Kay Rader, many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and his canine best friend, Phoenix.
Chad gave a gift of life by being an organ donor and was able to save the lives of two others with his heart and liver. His kidneys and pancreas will be donated to research.
A celebration of Chad’s life will be held at a later date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to offset costs for Chad may be given to his family c/o Shoffstall Funeral Home.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview, OH. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.