David Pilar Jimenez

David Pilar Jimenez, age 50 of Defiance, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.

He was born in Defiance, Ohio on November 23, 1974 to David A. and Judy (Bavin) Jimenez. David was a 1993 graduate of Defiance High School. On September 14, 2002 he married Nicole Sadelson, who survives.

David was a member of St. John Catholic Church and Eagles #372. He worked as an electrician for General Motors for several years. David enjoyed coaching baseball, golfing and especially spending time with his family and many good friends.

David is survived by his loving wife Nicole Jimenez, his parents, David and Judy Jimenez, and his son David T. Jimenez. He also leaves behind his sisters, Wendy (Jeff) Sommers and Shelley (Scotty) Johnson, niece Ashley Sommers, nephew Jordan Johnson, his grandmother, Rosie Jimenez, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his dog Coco, who was his very best buddy.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Schaffer Funeral Home in Defiance. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, October 10th at St. John Catholic Church in Defiance, with Fr. David Cirata officiating.

Memorials are suggested to Ft. Defiance Humane Society. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com

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