We're talking about Perrysburg Transit today. This episode is a follow-up to Episode 28 of The Perrysburg Podcast, which was Part 3 of my Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Series in February 2024.

According to the City of Perrysburg's website, Perrysburg Transit provides door-to-door transportation services for citizens who need a ride to their medical appointments, work, shopping trips, and much more within the City of Perrysburg. To learn more, visit

https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/169/Perrysburg-Transit

Perrysburg Transit 116 W. Third Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551

• Call 419-872-8430 between 8 AM - 4 PM daily.
• Rides are available Monday-Saturday from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (As of December 11, 2025). Rides may be scheduled up to one week in advance.
• Email Perrysburg Transit

If you know someone who needs a ride in the City of Perrysburg, tell them about Perrysburg Transit! Special thanks to Michelle Emge for providing input for this episode. Keep up the good work, Perrysburg Transit!

Links from this episode

• Perrysburg Transit https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/169/Perrysburg-Transit
• TARTA (Toledo, OH) https://tarta.com/
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In this episode, I share 5 places you can find Santa in Perrysburg in December 2025. Thank you to the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group for input on this episode!

1. City of Perrysburg's Fire Station (W. Indiana Avenue) December 5, 2025, 3-5:15 PM. Plus, he'll be in Visit Perrysburg's Home for the Holidays Parade Downtown at 6 PM. Learn more at https://www.visitperrysburg.com or https://www.facebook.com/VisitPerrysburg
2. Levis Commons. For hours, visit https://shopleviscommons.com/santa or https://www.facebook.com/LevisCommons
3. Three Dog Bakery December 6 and 7, 2025, 12:00 - 2:00 PM. Cost is $10 ($5 goes to the Wood Country Humane Society) To learn more, visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044359131109
4. Bass Pro (Rossford) Santa visits Bass Pro daily. Visitors get a free 4X6 picture with him. Pets are welcome. Make a reservation online up to 7 days in advance: basspro.com.
5. www.419Santa.com is a website Santa uses to make appointments for his appearances in NW Ohio, including Perrysburg. Visit 419Santa.com for more information.

For more information about upcoming Santa Sightings, read the Perrysburg Messenger Journal Newspaper (in print or online), check for information on social media (like the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group), and ask your friends, family, neighbors, and church family if they've seen Santa in Perrysburg.

The City of Perrysburg Police Division on Walnut Street has a "Letters to Santa mailbox" in their lobby for anyone who would like to exchange letters with Santa. Be sure to include your return address when you mail your letter, so Santa can write back!

Other links

• Perrysburg Messenger Journal Newspaper https://www.perrysburg.com
• Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/Perrysburg
• Letters to Santa Mailbox Perrysburg Police Division 330 Walnut St. (Perrysburg, OH)
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In today's episode, I sit down with Molly Johnson from Witzler Shank-Walker-Funeral Home. During our conversation, Molly shares her career path, services Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home offers, the benefits of pre-planning a funeral, unique send-offs she has helped with, and more. Whether you're curious about funeral traditions, looking for resources for your own family, or simply want to hear a story about someone making a meaningful difference in her hometown, this conversation offers warmth, wisdom, and practical insights for everyone.

Molly Johnson is a Perrysburg resident and a Funeral Director at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home in Perrysburg, OH. She was born and raised in Marion, OH. She graduated from CCMS in 2006 with a bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science. Molly started her apprenticeship at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home in Perrysburg in 2007 and has been there since.

The FULL show notes can be found at https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/123

Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory

222 East South Boundary Street
Perrysburg, Ohio 43551

Phone: (419) 874-3133

molly@walkerfuneralhomes.com

Perrysburg@walkerfuneralhomes.com

Website https://www.walkerfuneralhomes.com/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WalkerFamilyFuneralHomes

Topics covered

• Molly's background and career path
• Challenges and rewards of the funeral industry
• Services offered by Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home
• Benefits of having funeral arrangements decided in advance
• Financial considerations
• Community events, like the annual Pumpkin Patch and Easter Egg Hunt
• Myths and Misconceptions About Funerals
• Follow-up calls to families after services to check on their well-being

Other links

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• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: kim@perrysburgpodcast.com

I am buying a legacy interview product for my parents as a holiday gift this year. The two products I'm considering are Storyworth and Remento. You will learn about legacy interviews, Storyworth, and Remento in this episode.

⭐️ This episode is NOT sponsored. I do not work for Storyworth or Remento, and I am not compensated in any way for talking about these products.

What is a legacy interview? According to ChatGPT, a legacy interview is a conversation that preserves a person's memories, stories, values, and life lessons for future generations.

Links from this episode

• Storyworth https://welcome.storyworth.com/
• Remento https://www.remento.co/
• Remento on Shark Tank https://bit.ly/43K7YE9
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In the first part of the episode, I talk about the 2nd Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. Then, I share my conversation with Christy Peters (Regional Communications Director, American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region). Christy talks about the importance of blood donation, nutrition and hydration tips for donors, the benefits of using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, how to volunteer with the American Red Cross, and more.

2nd Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive - Police vs. Fire

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 12:00 - 6:00 PM

Schaller Memorial Building (American Legion Post 28)

130 W. Indiana Ave. Perrysburg, OH 43551

To make an appointment, use one of these three scheduling options:

1️⃣ Website https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

2️⃣ Blood Donor App (iOS or Android) https://www.redcrossblood.org/blood-donor-app.html

3️⃣ 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

🙏🏻 THANK YOU Angie Teetrick (City of Perrysburg Police Division's Communications Officer) for telling me about this year's event and the history of the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive in Perrysburg.

👉 Perrysburg Police on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/perrysburgpolicedivision

👉 Perrysburg Fire on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PerrysburgFire

More links from this episode

• Donate blood https://www.redcross.org/
• Blood Donor Apps - Apple App Store and Google Play https://www.redcrossblood.org/blood-donor-app.html
• Red Cross Phone Number 1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767)
• Volunteer redcross.org/volunteer
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• Email the host: kim@perrysburgpodcast.com

Colleen Fisher is a social worker and the Director of Sales and Marketing at St. Clare Commons, a Senior Living Community, located at 12469 Five Point Road (Perrysburg, OH). St. Clare Commons offers various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and skilled nursing care.

During our interview, Colleen describes the amenities and services provided at St. Clare Commons, such as personalized care, social activities, and community engagement. She also coaches me on natural ways to initiate meaningful conversations with my own parents, using open-ended questions about future plans and daily living abilities. No matter where you are in your life, I hope this episode helps you, too.

There are several myths surrounding senior living communities - such as it being an old folks' home or a place for those who can't take care of themselves. During our conversation, Colleen explains that senior living communities offer a vibrant lifestyle with amenities and social activities. Caregiver strain is also discussed.

Links from this episode

• Colleen Fisher email address colleen.fisher900@commonspirit.org
• Colleen's Phone Numbers (Office) 567-336-6339, 419-346-2694 (Mobile)
• Website - St. Clare Commons https://www.chilivingcommunities.org/locations/ohio/st-clare-commons
• Facebook Page - St. Clare Commons https://www.facebook.com/StClareCommons
• Bowling Green State University https://www.bgsu.edu/
• University of Toledo https://www.utoledo.edu
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In this episode, I list the 5 cemeteries with a Perrysburg, OH address. Then, I explain how the timing of the episode lines up with The Day of the Dead (or Día de los Muertos) and All Saints' Day. Plus, I share my personal belief, that You're never truly gone as long as someone still speaks your name.

5 Cemeteries with a Perrysburg, OH address

1. Lyon (or Lyons) Cemetery 25441 West River Road https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/2541978/lyon-cemetery?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Fort Meigs Union Cemetery 620 W Indiana Ave. (fortmeigs.cemsites.com)
3. Saint Rose Cemetery 11330-11598 Avenue Road (OH SR 795) (saintroseonline.org)
4. Restlawn Memorial Park — 3665 Genoa Rd https://bsgrestlawn.com/
5. Hufford Cemetery — 10199 Wyandot Place https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/41519/hufford-cemetery

Other links from this episode

• Disney/Pixar's animated movie Coco was mentioned in this episode.
• Bring your photos to The Lutheran Church of the Master at 9:00 AM on November 2, 2025. The address is 28744 Simmons Rd. Perrysburg, OH. Watch online: https://www.facebook.com/MastersMessagePerrysburg
• For All the Saints (hymn) YouTube video
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• Email the host: kim@perrysburgpodcast.com