Obituaries

William W. Bright

William W. Bright, 83, of Huron, died Thursday, September 11, 2014 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky.  He was born September 12, 1930 in Springfield, OH and has been a resident of Huron since 1970 coming from Toledo.    He worked for Ohio Bell Telephone Company for 30 years retiring in 1982.  He was a US Air Force Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Huron; the American Legion # 2015 Sandusky; and the US Power Squadrons.   He enjoyed boating and fishing and his companion dog, Misty.

 He is survived by his wife Anne (Sutherland), married to for 62 years; two daughters, Debbie Bright of Huron, and Vicki (Garry) Timple of Lorain; and a grandson, Dylan William Timple.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Alberta (Noble) Bright; and a brother, Jerry Bright.

A graveside memorial service will be held at Scott Cemetery, Huron Avery Rd, Huron, on Tuesday, Sept 16^th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dave Plant, of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Amherst, officiating, and military honors.  Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is handling the arrangements.  Contributions may be made to the Huron Rescue Squad, 413 Main Street, Huron 44839 or to One’s favorite charity.  Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.

Joseph P. Ulicki

Joseph P. Ulicki, age 57 of Huron, died Wednesday, September 10, 2014, at Firelands Regional Medical Center after a short illness.  Joe was born on September 16, 1965 to Edwin and Alfreda Ulicki (both deceased) in Buffalo, New York.  He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Alice (Niedermier), brother, Mark (Kathy) Ulicki of Vermilion, and many relatives in the Buffalo area.

He graduated from Huron High School in 1974 and retired from Ford Motor Company (Lorain and Avon Lake) after 34 years.  He most recently worked for the Transportation Department of Edison Schools, Milan.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is in charge of arrangements.  There will be no public service.  Joe wants to be remembered as he was, a hard worker, fun-loving person with a great sense of humor, a person who enjoyed garage sales, and Shipshewana auctions.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Foundation for Firelands Cancer Program Fund, Attention Alice Springer, 1111 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Franklin D. Halley

Franklin David Halley (“Frank”), age 86, entered into God’s eternal presence on September 8, 2014.  A long-time resident of Huron, Frank was born in Ironton, Ohio on November 4, 1927, the son of Louis and Helen Halley and the brother of Louie.  He is survived by his loving wife of over 65 years, Marilyn (nee Weller), sons Jay (Annette) and Phil (Ellen), and daughter, Nan Halley Steyn; nine grandchildren: Meghan (Georgi) Halley, Beth (Taylor) Finseth, Laura Halley, Daniel Halley, Matthew Halley, Alastair (“Sudzy”) Steyn, Anna Halley, Trevor Steyn, and Patrick Steyn; and one great-granddaughter, Gabriella Elena Dakovski.

Frank grew up in Upper Arlington, Ohio and had an exciting boyhood.  At age 14, he won the Columbus Soap Box Derby, after which he competed in the national championship in Akron.  After graduating high school in 1945, he joined the U.S. Army, with honorable discharge in 1947. After his stint in the military, Frank attended The Ohio State University, where he majored in education, was a member of the Delta Upsilon fraternity, and, most importantly, met the love of his life, Marilyn. 

Frank and Marilyn were married at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on the campus of Ohio State in 1948.  After graduation, Frank and Marilyn moved to Castalia, Ohio to teach school and ultimately to Huron to do the same.  Frank taught history at Huron High School for a number of years, during which he obtained his master’s degree in education from Kent State University.  He then worked as an administrator in the Huron schools until moving his family to East Lansing in 1968 to pursue a further education degree at Michigan State University.

Frank returned to Huron to serve as an administrator at EHOVE for many years, after which he served as the Director of Continuing Education at Providence Hospital until his retirement in 1994.  He also taught education courses at what is now Firelands College and later served on its board of trustees.

Next to his love for family and friends, Frank’s great passion was Ohio State.  He was an active member and former president of the Erie County chapter of the OSU Alumni Association. In 1973 Frank designed the original Block “O” flag, which is now flown by proud Ohio State fans everywhere. There are many people, both friends and strangers, who were delighted to receive a buckeye from Frank when he saw them wearing Ohio State gear.  No one was a bigger Buckeye fan than Frank.

Frank worshipped at The Chapel (4444 Galloway Rd, Sandusky), where visitation will be from 3 until 6 on Thursday, September 11, with a memorial service to follow.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Providence Care Center, 2025 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky, Ohio 44870.  Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.