Ernest "Dudley" Ginter, 74, of Celina, OH died 7:23 p.m. Friday October 26, 2018 at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born August 10, 1944 in Celina, OH.

Survivors include: daughter Diane Ginter of Celina, OH; 9 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister Janice "Sue" Norris of Celina, OH; brother Larry Byrley of Defiance, OH; sister Sandy Bussing of Delta, OH; brother Samuel Morgan of Mercer, OH; sister Michaelene Leiss of Celina, OH; and many other members of his extended family too numerous to mention.

Preceded in death by: father Arthur Ginter; mother Beulah (Byrley) Morgan; son Ernest Ginter, Jr.; sister Crystal Schmidt; brother Richard Ginter; sister Carolyn Morgan-Blosser.

He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the 82nd Airborne Division during the early 1960's.

Mr. Ginter worked for a telephone company in Florida for many years. In addition, he owned and operated several businesses, including the former John's County Line Club (between Celina and St. Marys).

"Dud" was an ornery and fun-loving individual who always made things interesting. His favorite pastimes included woodworking, fishing, playing banjo and guitar, the game of euchre, and most notably, alligator hunting.

He was a lifetime member of VFW Post # 8445 in Wapakoneta, OH.

Rites are scheduled to begin 11:00 a.m. Wednesday October 31, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys, with the Rev. John Mobley, officiating.

Military funeral honors will be presented at the conclusion of the services at the funeral home.

Visitation 1 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed to his family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net.