William Arthur Leohr

William A. “Bill” Leohr, 85, of Medina, Ohio, passed away on November 12, 2026. He was born on August 6, 1941, in Wadsworth, Ohio, to the late William F. and Selma (Winkler) Leohr.

Bill was the oldest living Chippewa Lake native and a successful businessman who ran a number of businesses over the years. The best known was Leohr Motors, his family’s car dealership, which was founded in 1911 and operated for 86 years. He spent over 40 years with the Chippewa Lake Fire Department, including more than 10 as fire chief.

He was especially known in the community for mentoring local youth in business and in life.

A humble man, Bill loved spending his days with his wife, family and friends. He thoroughly enjoyed boating, collecting classic cars and riding Harleys. In his free time, you could find him woodworking, traveling (he visited all 50 states!) and eating strictly an even number of cookies.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Susan J. (Meyers) Leohr; children Terry Leohr (Merae) and Chris Leohr (Holly); grandchildren Kerrigan Sikler (Daniel), Stephanie Leohr and Caleb Leohr; and family friends Bill and Jo Lechner, Bruce and Debbie Baxter, Eric Lehr, Ray Weaver, Chris Ables, Richard Duecker and many others. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Stephen; and his sister, Greta Goodyear.

Family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Waite Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St., Medina, OH 44256.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chippewa Lake Historical Society or Chippewa Church at the Lake United Methodist Church, 7824 Lake Road, Chippewa Lake, Ohio, 44215.

Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.waitefuneralhome.com.