Laura M. Scherer

October 23, 1950 - November 14, 2019

Laura M. Scherer, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Thursday, November 14, 2019. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on October 23, 1950.

Laurie’s lifelong passion for adventure and new experiences took her around the world, her own back yard and everywhere in between. Whether she was on a boat heading down the Danube or at the local park, her quick wit and dry sense of humor showed through. You could often find her playing golf, a competitive game of scrabble, reading a novel or supporting the Arts. Laurie was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and had a love of learning, attending classes at Lourdes University (just for fun). She enjoyed spending time with all her friends and had a busy social life, there were always people to meet for breakfast, lunch and dinner, card games, book club, anything involving the outdoors and of course trips. All of which was only outdone by her love for her children and especially her grandchildren, supporting them in every way possible.

Laurie was preceded in death by her parents, Harrison and Irene Bass; brothers, Jerry Bass, Ron Bass; and her husband, William (Rich) Scherer. Laurie is survived by her former husband, Brad Topolski; daughter, Elizabeth (Andy) Furniss; son, Mark (Angie) Topolski; and grandchildren, Hunter and Olivia Topolski and Max and Henry Furniss; brother, Rick Bass; and sister, Mary Denner.

There will be a Celebration of Life held in her honor on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania Ohio 43560. The family will receive guests at 11 am. Pastor Brian Haller will open the Celebration at noon.

Contributions in Laurie’s memory can be made to the Metroparks Toledo Foundation, 5100 W. Central Ave. Ste A, Toledo, Ohio 43615 or https://metroparkstoledofoundation.org/ways-to-give/

Donna Weaver

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Laura M. Scherer, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Thursday, November 14, 2019. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on October 23, 1950. Laurie’s lifelong passion for adventure and new experiences took her around the world, her own back yard and everywhere in between. Whether she was on a boat heading down the Danube…

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A Memorial Contribution in Laurie's name was made to the Toledo Central Catholic High School, Class of 1968, Endowment Fund. May Laurie rest in Peace.

My mother was the leader of our Girl Scout troop and Laura was one of her favorites. Laura was always ready to do things whenever they came up. Mom entered the afterlife in March of 2018, I know she'll be pleased to have Laura's company up there.

So sad to hear Laurie is gone. I worked with her for many years and her upbeat spirit and (sometimes acerbic) wit made some of my darker days much brighter. She will be missed sorely by all who knew her.

Laurie was a wonderful powerful woman. I loved working with her at Children Services. When I was the manager of the Placement department I remember one late night she was trying to find a placement for a child. It was getting really late and several supervisors and I went to her work area to help her out. Well after a few minutes of us hovering and offering suggestions she told us to “ get the hell away from her”. Believe me we got out of there quickly. She was just that kind that of person that could cuss the boss out and it was considered no harm no file. She was dedicated to the work and she was loved and respected by the staff at Lucas County Children Services.

I considered Laurie to be my best friend though she personally had many best friends. I feel in my heart that she is at peace which somewhat eases this loss for me. I was on my way to see her when she passed away but I was able to spend the next few days with mutual friends and we shared many memories of this lovely lady. My sincere condolences to Beth and Mark and their spouses and all the precious grandchildren she so loved.

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