Orville R. Lawhun

Oct. 2, 1950-July 11, 2021

By Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home July 13, 2021 6:58 pm

Orville R. Lawhun, 70 of Galion passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021, at Dayton Kindred Hospital. Orville was born October 2, 1950, in Bucyrus to the late Renford and Maggie (Welch) Lawhun. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 brother and 1 sister.

Orville is survived by sons Scott (Stephanie) Lawhun of Marion, Brandon (Christina) Lawhun of Spartanburg, SC, and Chris Lawhun of Galion; 7 grandchildren, Malaki, Isaac, Sarah, Leah, Kaylee, Lyla, and Granite; 1 great-grandchild Luna; brother Steven Lawhun of Bucyrus and sister Sherry Lawhun of Bucyrus.

Orville worked at Swan Rubber for over 20 years and last drove a truck for Werner Trucking. He enjoyed working on old cars, hunting, and years ago enjoyed golfing.

A private graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery in Bucyrus. Expressions of sympathy can be left at www.munzpirnstill.com

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