Shirley Ann Haar Obituary

Shirley "Ginger" Haar
On August 22, 2023 Ginger passed away from Leukemia (AML). She was married to James Haar for 28 years. She was a loving mother to Jennifer Biegala (Bill) and step-mother to Jennifer Haar. She was a "big" little sister to brother Wade. She was also loved by her niece Sarah (Sabi) and her 2 children.She was also a grandmother to Chris (Kyle), Jon (Alicia), and James (Amber) and great-grandmother to six children. Ginger didn't believe family was defined by blood and was called Mom by daughter Jan and son Jason and sister to John.

Ginger retired from 18 years of public service as Perrysburg Township's Chief Fiscal Officer, an elected position. Ginger was active in her community. She was on the board of the friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge where she was instrumental in getting an Ohio specialty license plate approved. She was also an active Auxiliary member at VFW Post 9963 in Walbridge where she initiated a change from balloon releases on Memorial Day to a release of birds rehabilitated at Nature’s Nursery. She also enjoyed volunteering at events for Nature’s Nursery.

Ginger was a friend to all and loved by many. She had trouble with saying "No" and was often helping someone. She will be greatly missed but we know she will be watching over us.

A celebration of life will be held Friday, September 8th From 11:30am to 3:30pm at VFW Post 9963, 109 Main St. Walbridge, OH 43465. In hen of flowers, please donate to fund a memorial for Ginger to be placed at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. Donations can be directed to daughter Jennifer Blegala at 5048 Trimble, Toledo, OH 43613.