William Lehner Obituary

William E. "Bill" Lehner

Jun 8, 1948 - Dec 22, 2024

Catawba Island

William (Bill) E. Lehner, 76, of Catawba Island and formerly of Worthington, passed away Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.

Born June 8, 1948, in Columbus, he was the son of William J. and Betty J. Lehner.

Bill is survived by his wife Karen of 54 years; brother, Brian (Debbie) Lehner; sister, Barbara (Kevin) Pyle; and children Allison Rish, Molly (Scott) Rieman, and W. Matt (Jessie) Lehner. Bill was also a devoted grandfather to seven grandchildren, Noah, Rhyan, Reagan, Will, Charlotte, Meadow and W. Henry, all of whom brought him immense pride and joy. He cherished the moments with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

A dedicated architect, with a lifelong passion for building and design, Bill ran his own firm, William E. Lehner AIA. He was a proud member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marblehead. He was a licensed captain for Lorain County Port Authority. Bill enjoyed spending time on the water, sailing with his family and friends throughout the Great Lakes, Cuba and Greece. He passed down his love for the water and boating to his children and grandchildren.

Bill was committed to serving others. He was an active member in several organizations, including Worthington AM Rotary, serving as president and visiting Haiti to install wells for clean drinking water. He also participated in the US Sail and Power Squadron, serving as a past district commander, Knights of Columbus, and Great Lakes Cruising Club, serving as a port captain.

In addition to his wife, children, and grandchildren, Bill is survived by countless friends and colleagues whose lives he touched with his kindness, wisdom, generosity and passion for service.

A memorial service will be from 2-5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at Scioto Reserve Country Club, Powell, OH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Heifer International. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.neideckercrosserpriesman.com

Neidecker, Crosser & Priesman Funeral Home, Port Clinton, is handling the arrangements.