Carl F. Sifferlin
Carl Francis Sifferlin, age 93, of Shelby, died early Friday morning, March 21, 2025 at Mill Creek Nursing and Rehab in Galion. His death follows a brief illness.
Carl was born August 1, 1931 at the family home in Shelby to the late Francis and Cornelia T. (Maag) Sifferlin. A 1950 graduate of Shelby High School, he then served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict for nearly four years (January 1951-October 1954) as an engine machinist aboard the USS Randall (APA-224). Upon his return to Shelby, he worked as a tool and die maker for the Shelby Spring Hinge Company and Millers Standard Tube prior to his career at Ohio Seamless Tube. Throughout his many years of service at the Tuby, Carl served as maintenance supervisor over both Plant I and II. He retired in 1995.
Carl married the former Margaret Catherine Ensman on June 25,1955. Together, Carl and Marg had a life of happiness and joy. They loved to dance, no matter the genre- from polka to square dancing to ballroom dancing. They did it all. Carl’s hobbies and interests were extensive. A true “Mr. Fix-It,” there was not anything he could not fix or build- construction, electrical, automotive, or anything in between. Together with his best friends, Dick and Butch Friebel, they manufactured thousands of cornhole boards via their company, BC&D. Carl was crafty in many ways and was especially well known for his birdhouses and Adirondack Chairs amongst many other projects. Perhaps his most cherished project was their family home he built himself, where he and Marg lived their entire married life, raised their family, and created many wonderful memories. Marg preceded Carl in death on August 19, 2022.
Carl loved to golf, having belonged to the Shelby Country Club for many years where he played in the Thursday night Twilight League. He thoroughly enjoyed attending all his children and grandchildren’s activities having coached his son’s first place Little League team. Carl was faithful to watching his grandchildren play basketball, football, soccer, golf, and running.Carl was a member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Shelby his entire life. Over the years he served on Parish Council, St. Mary School Board, Maintenance Committee, and was an usher. Additionally, he was a member of the Shelby Knights of Columbus, Moose, American Legion, and Mansfield Liederkranz.
Simply put, Carl loved life. He had a fondness for engaging with individuals, dedicating his time to conversing and appreciating each person’s company. Although his reunion with those gone before him is certain to be joyous, he will be very much missed by all who love him.
Carl is survived by his children: Dan (Kathy) Sifferlin of Wooster, Mark (Elena) Sifferlin of Minneapolis, MN, Carla (Denny) Arnold of Shelby, Nancy (Todd) Baird of Ontario, and Sandy (Chris) Kelly of Powell; grandchildren: Karianne (David) Gerber, Samuel Sifferlin, Alexandra Sifferlin (Matthew Zeitlin), Francesca Sifferlin (Micah Carithers), Chad (Jenifer) Arnold, Cory (Amanda) Arnold, Garrett (Brooke) Arnold, Scott (Annie) Baird, Dr. Andrew (Alyssa) Baird, Rex Kelly, Cate Kelly, and Riley Kelly; great grandchildren: Calvin, Grady, Beau, Gabriel, Emmett, Adelaide, Ryder, Ensley, Drew, Matthew, Henry, and Quinn; brother: Ray (Ruthie) Sifferlin; in-laws: Sue Sifferlin, Carol Ensman, and Norbert Ensman; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, Carl was preceded in death by his grandson: Eric Baird; and siblings: Dr. John Sifferlin, Roy Sifferlin, Sr. Bernadette (Viola) Sifferlin, OSF, and Rosemary Bricker.
Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 5-7 pm at the Penwell Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where a rosary will be recited at 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:30 am at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 29 West Street, Shelby with Fr. Chris Mileski celebrating. Military honors will be conducted by the Richland County Joint Veteran’s Burial Detail with burial following in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
Condolences may be left on the funeral home’s website (PenwellFuneralHome.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneralHome).
To view Carl’s tribute video click here: Carl’s tribute video.
Dear Nancy, Todd and family. So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Prayers of comfort for you during this time. God bless, Edna.
To all my cousins, I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Wish I could be with you at this difficult time. My prayers are with you. Love your cousin Debbie (Bricker) Amdur
Sending love and light to the entire Sifferlin family. Your deep love & care for him was a beautiful testimony to the legacy he leaves behind. Rest in peace.
Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping all of you in my prayers.
I am so very sorry for your loss. St. Mary’s has lost another great soul.
Nancy and family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Prayers of comfort in the days ahead
Thought and prayers during this difficult time. My mother, Barbara Earls(Bricker) always talked of the memories with the family and laughter. I will cherish the laughter and remembering the family trip to Chicago! I pray they all having family hugs and all the laughters. Love you all- Ashley Earls (Barbara Earls)
We are saddened with hearing the news of Carl’s passing. Our sincere sympathy goes out to his family. May God bring comfort to you at this sad time in your lives. JoAnn & John
Carla and Family — I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
We will keep him in our prayers.
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Steve enjoyed working with him at the Tuby. We remember him as a happy, smiling man whenever we saw him at church. God bless you all with comfort and peace.
We are sorry to hear of Carl’s passing and we are unable to attend his services. We have many good memories of Carl and his siblings as cousins spent time in Shelby or Leipsic. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate his life.
Carl and Ken Maag and families.
Thoughts and prayers for your families.
Joe & Lynn Wechter
Tom, Nate & I are so sorry for your loss… what a good faith-filled man & servant God is gaining back!… your family is dear in my “St. Mary’s school& parish days”…..
God bless, comfort, & keep you all,
Diane, Tom, & Nate Metzger
So sorry to hear about Carl’s passing he will be in our thoughts and prayers. Alan and Shirley Gray
I am saddened to here of Carl’s passing.
Our generation needs to follow Uncle Carl and Aunt Marg’s dancing feet wherever they lead us.
They loved to twirl and have so much fun together. Now they are in the stars boogying down.