John Homan Obituary

John R. "Duke" Homan

John R. "Duke" Homan, 69, of Tiffin, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 7, 2023.

He was born June 12, 1954, in Tiffin, to James G. and Alice L. (Brown) Homan.

Duke's survivors include his brother, James G. (Patricia) Homan Jr. of Tiffin; sister, Lauri D. (James) Archer of Katy, Texas; and nieces, Jessica Archer, Amanda (Chad) Harper and their son, Kayden, Julie (Jamie) Cholodewitsch and their children, Emily and Josef.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice on June 21, 2015; and his father joined him Dec. 9, 2023.

Duke was a 1972 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School and loved everything to do with motorcycles, especially his Buell. He worked as a mechanic for years at Charlies Cycle Sales in Tiffin and built and raced his own bikes. For over 20 years, he was a survey tech with HANK and Associates in Tiffin and Koehler Surveying in Upper Sandusky. He was passionate about finding, collecting and researching artifacts, and a great artist working with stained glass, wood carving, and metal forging. He was quiet, kept to himself, and enjoyed his close group of friends.

A private graveside service will take place at Fairmont Cemetery.

The family would like to invite friends and family to the AmVets, 1909 S. SR. 100, Tiffin, Ohio, 44883, at 12 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, for a time of food and fellowship.

Memorials may be made to Seneca County Humane Society or charity of the donor's choice.

Hoffmann-Gottfried-Mack Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting with arrangements.

Condolences may be sent and the guestbook signed at www.hgmackfuneralhome.com.