WOOSTER “ Merle Wayne Rinard, 90, of Wooster passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at his home.
He was born October 25, 1925 in Wellsville, Ohio, the son of Lewis and Blanche McVay Rinard.   He married Marjorie Hostettler on January 31, 1946.   She preceded him in death on December 26, 2015.
He was an electrician for the Timken Company for 32 years.   Merle was an active lifetime member of the Central Christian Church where he served as a Deacon.
He enjoyed golfing, was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fishing and hunting and enjoyed attending The College of Wooster sporting events.   He was a former member of the JayCees.
He is survived by his children, Deborah (James) Sidle and David (Mary) Rinard both of Wooster; grandchildren, Brett (Jennifer) Sidle of Michigan, Todd (Jessica Heropulos) Sidle of Cuyahoga Falls and Stephanie (Todd Dimauro) Rinard of Tempe, Arizona and great-grandchildren, Hudson and Jack Sidle.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Guy Rinard.
Friends will be received 1 hour prior to the 11:00 a.m. service on Monday, July 18, 2016 at the Central Christian Church, 407 N. Market St., Wooster with the Rev. J. Alexander officiating.   Burial will follow in the Wooster Cemetery.
Those who wish may make contributions to LifeCare Hospice, 19800 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.

Memorial Contributions
LifeCare Hospice, 1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691

Service
Monday, July 18, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Central Christian Church, 407 N. Market Street, Wooster

Visitation
Monday, July 18, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Central Christian, 407 N. Market St., Wooster