Steven Raymond Kohli's Obituary
Steven R. Kohli, 72, of Lima, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. He was born on March 31, 1954, to the late Raymond, Jr. and Evelyn (Thomas) Kohli, who survive. On August 23, 1975, he married Cheryl Iiams.
Steven worked at Philips Display Components for 30 years until its closing. He then worked at Eaton Corp until his retirement in 2009. He enjoyed landscaping, model cars, oil painting and classic rock music.
He is survived by daughter, Karina (George) Bell; son, Joshua (Molly) Kohli; sister, Julie (Doug) Hinkle; grandchildren, Chloe (Joe Thomas) Martello, Sophie (Drew Wenger) Hurley, Bailey Martello, Reagen Kohli, Makaya Dunning and Nate Dunning; three great grandchildren and beloved dogs, Rosie and Axel. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Paul Kohli.
Funeral services will be held at 7:00 pm Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Hartman-Rousculp Community Funeral Home, 10879 State Route 12, Columbus Grove with visitation three hours prior (4:00 pm - 7:00 pm). Preferred memorial contributions can be made to Deb's Dogs www.debsdogs.org. To share online condolences please visit www.hartmanfunerals.com.
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