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Our professional staff understands and appreciates that the funeral service you select is an individual expression and tribute to your loved one. Your funeral director is willing to work with you regardless of your religious beliefs or personal preferences. Caring, compassionate service and adhering to the Golden Rule "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you" are distinguishing qualities of Golden Rule funeral homes. That understanding and respect are among the many reasons to turn to Crosser Funeral Home, your Golden Rule funeral home.

Clifford C. Crosser Cliff is a longtime resident of Ottawa County and has been a licensed funeral director and embalmer for over 50 years. He is a U.S. Army paratrooper veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion, V.F.W., Rotary Club, Masonic Lodge and the Oak Harbor Golf Club. He was married to the late Kathleen Temple Crosser, and is a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Oak Harbor.

John D. Crosser, C.F.S.P John is a second-generation funeral director and an Ottawa County native. He is married to the former Maria (Sue) Werner who is a Registered Nurse. A Certified Funeral Service Practitioner, John is a graduate of Oak Harbor High School, attended Ohio Northern University, and is a graduate of the former Indiana College of Mortuary Science, Indianapolis, IN. He is a member of the Order of the Golden Rule, the Ohio Funeral Directors Association, the National Funeral Directors Association, and the Firelands Funeral Directors Association. John is a longtime member of the Oak Harbor Public Library Board of Trustees, is active in Masonic circles, and has been an EMT and officer with Mid-County Emergency Medical Service for over 25 years. He is also a member of the Port Clinton Elks, the Oak Harbor Lions Club, the Nor'Easter Club and the Ottawa County Historical Society. John and Sue attend St. Paul United Church of Christ, where John is an Elder and organist.

Thomas E. Priesman Tom is also an Ottawa County native and a licensed funeral director and embalmer. He is a graduate of Oak Harbor High School, attended Bowling Green State University, and is a graduate of the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Tom is the manager of our Port Clinton Chapel, and is a member of the Ohio Funeral Directors Association, where he serves on the Young Funeral Directors Committee. He is member and past president of the Oak Harbor Rotary Club, past president and board member of the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, and has been chairman of Oak Harbor's Apple Festival for many years. He is a member of the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, and the Peninsula Lions Club where he has been active in the annual Perch Festival. He is a member of the board of trustees of the Ottawa County Historical Museum, Colonial Club, Nor'Easter Club, and Hickory Bay Club. Tom is a member of St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church, and has been a licensed basketball referee for many years.

Christopher L. DeTray Chris is a native of Ottawa County and is a licensed funeral director and embalmer. He is a graduate of Oak Harbor High School, attended Kent State University, and is a graduate of Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Chris the manager of our Elmore funeral chapel, and head our monument and memorial division. He is a licensed high school wrestling official and has been the assistant wrestling coach at Oak Harbor Junior High School for several years. Chris has been an EMT with Mid-County Emergency Medical Service for many years, and is a member of the Oak Harbor Lions Club, where he has served as treasurer and president. He is married to the former Jennifer (Jami) Heman, who is a local insurance agent. They are the parents of Celia and Lilly. Chris and Jami attend St. Paul United Church of Christ, where Chris is a member of the Senior Choir, the Bell Choir, and is a lay reader.

David M. "Bib" Kopchak David M. "Bib" Kopchak was born and raised in Marblehead and is a graduate of Danbury High School. David is a licensed funeral director and embalmer and is the manager of our Peninsula Chapel. He is a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Port Clinton and is a member of the board of education of Immaculate Conception School. David is a past president and member of the Port Clinton Rotary Club and a he is a former member of the board of directors of the Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce. David is married to the former Jo Ahrens, who is an interior designer. They are the parents of two children, Karl and Drew and live in Port Clinton.

Christine "Tina" E. Burris Christine "Tina" E. Burris is a native of Ottawa County and was raised in Marblehead. She is a graduate of Danbury High School. She is a licensed funeral director and insurance agent and received her B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Toledo. She is an active member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Port Clinton where she is a Eucharistic Minister. Tina is also an active member of Firelands Funeral Directors Association. She enjoys snow skiing, basketball & shopping.

William E. Snow In January of 2006 we lost our good friend Bill Snow. Click here to view his memorial

Lester A. Krumnow Les is office manager of the funeral homes and is an Ottawa County native. He is a founding member of the Ohio Writers of the Portage River Valley and is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Les is an avid golfer and is the father of two children.

Michelle Waldron Michelle (Rahm) Waldron was born and raised in Port Clinton and is a graduate of Port Clinton High School and Ohio State University. She is a licensed Ohio Insurance Agent and is the Pre-Arrangement and Aftercare Advisor for our four Chapels. Prior to joining the funeral home Michelle spent six years in investment banking. She is a member and office holder for the Port Clinton Area Business and Professional Women's Organization and an active member of the Peninsula Lion's Club. Michelle and her husband Brett reside near Lakeside in Danbury Township and attend St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Marblehead.