Robert Ellsworth Mathias

Robert Ellsworth Mathias, 75, of Tiffin, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at his residence.

Robert was born November 3, 1950, in Tiffin, to the late Louis F. and Buelah C. (Lee) Mathias Sr. He married Lois (Kerschner) on July 25, 1980 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Tiffin and she preceded him in death on February 4, 2023.

Survivors include his two brothers, Joseph Mathias, John Mathias, two sisters, Donna Pryor, and Carol Scherger all of Tiffin.

Robert worked in many different restaurants in the Tiffin area. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiffin Moose Lodge, and a 1971 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School and was a volunteer at Autumnwood Care Center.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three brothers, Richard Hartzell, Louis Mathias Jr., Howard Mathias, two sisters, Julia Bish, and Barbara Roberts.

Graveside services for Robert will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 5, 2026 at Seneca Memory Gardens. The Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory in Tiffin is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

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