John H.

Grubb, Sr.

John H. Grubb, Sr., age 80, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at his home in Paulding.

John was born on March 28, 1945 in Van Wert, OH to the late John R. and Doris (Scott) Grubb. On April 4, 1965 he married Mary E. Corkwell, who preceded him in death in 2016. John worked for OmniSource in Defiance as a mechanic. He was a member of the Paulding Eagles Aerie 2405. He loved fishing, snowmobiling, and Nascar, especially Bill Elliott and Chase Elliott.

John will be lovingly missed by his children: John Grubb, Jr., Defiance, OH; Julie Adams, Oakwood, OH; brother, Pete (Judy) Grubb, Van Wert, OH; grandchildren: Luke, Karrlie, Danielle, Heather, and Jon; great grandchildren: Alizae, Martin, Chloe, Able, and Lincoln.

Along with his wife, Mary, John was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Grubb and his great granddaughter, Adele.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at St. Paul Cemetery in Paulding Township, OH.