William C. “Bill” Schrage, age 76, of Waterville, passed away April 10, 2022, after a long and hardfought battle with Multiple Myeloma. He was truly a warrior and navigated his cancer diagnosis with tremendous ferocity. He was born on October 24, 1945, in Celina, Ohio, to Charles and Lauretta (King) Schrage.

Bill was the ultimate family man, always putting his heart and might in everything that he did for his family. He spent many years coaching baseball and attending every sporting event and extra-curricular activity in support of his children. He went out of his way to create teachable moments that would instill lifetime values and everything he did had a thoughtful and meaningful purpose. Bill always had a story, a joke or word of advice for everyone he encountered. His character would shine through in all he did.

Bill dedicated his professional career to Proctor and Gamble, where he served as an accomplished sales manager for more than 27 years, retiring in 2008. He had a gift for relating to people, and never knew a stranger. It was through the development of strong relationships that he achieved his success.

He was a fierce champion for those in need, especially those with challenging life experiences and the furry four-legged angels he loved so much. Through the years, he supported many charitable organizations and ministries, including the Knights of Columbus. He was a fourth degree Knight (Assembly #2800) and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #7978 in Perrysburg.

An avid golfer, he enjoyed good times and much laughter on the links with close friends at Fallen Timbers Golf Course, followed by celebratory drinks at the Elks in Maumee. He also was a fervent fan of his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes. Never one to miss a football Saturday, sporting his lucky Buckeyes flannel pants and always seeking response from his hearty “O-H”.

Bill was loved and will be missed by many, but none more so than the love of his life and beautiful bride of 57 years, Marlene. He loved her deeply and with a passion very few get to experience in this world. He was an exceptional father to daughter, Michele (Steve) Bronder; son, Michael (Sara) Schrage; remarkable Papa to grandchildren, Lindsey (Josh) Krile, Madison Bronder and Brenden and Rachael Schrage; and survived by sister, Ruth (Dave) Franzer.

Friends visited the family on Monday, April 18, from 4 to 8 p.m., in the Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, Maumee, where Knights of Columbus conducted a Rosary and Chalice service at 7:15 p.m. Visitation continued at Saint Rose Church, 215 East Front Street, Perrysburg, on Tuesday, April 19, at 10 a.m., where the Funeral Mass followed at 11 a.m. The Mass can be viewed at saintroseonline.org. Interment at Saint Rose Cemetery was private.

The family suggests memorials to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation, the American Cancer Society, or the Toledo Humane Society. Condolences may be shared with the family at walker funeralhomes.com.