Campus mourns Dr. Ferris Ohl passing; services set

Dr. Ferris Ohl

The Heidelberg community was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a Music Department legend, Dr. Ferris Ohl, who died on Friday, Oct. 6, at the age of 103.

The Ohl family has announced that a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, at Trinity United Church of Christ in downtown Tiffin. A reception will follow the service in Wickham Great Call. Calling hours for Dr. Ohl will be held from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at Engle-Shook Funeral Home in Tiffin.

Here is President Rob Huntington’s announcement to inform the campus community about Dr. Ohl’s passing.

 

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