Timothy Guckert

Timothy John Guckert, 64, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026 at Indian Lake Care and Rehab Center after a short illness surrounded by family. Tim was born August 7, 1961 in Bellefontaine, Ohio to Henry John Guckert and Mary Elizabeth Rice Guckert. He was preceded in death  by his parents and brother-in-law, Lonnie Steward.

Survivors include his sisters, Tamara Guckert and Pamela Steward, brother, Brian Guckert, 3 nieces, 2 nephews, 7 great nieces, 2 great nephews, many cousins, aunt, and 2 uncles.

A graduate of Bellefontaine High School class of 1979 where he also attended JVS where he started his automotive education. After graduation he started at Plastic Pak in Jackson Center until he decided to follow his love of automobiles attending Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio obtaining an Associate Degree of Science. While attending college, Frank Johnson employed him and provided mentorship working on diesel and automotive engines for several years. Childhood friends and automobile mechanics encouraged him to return to Bellefontaine and work with them until he purchased his own garage from Russ Fahle who was retiring. A certified automotive technician he was meticulous as owner/ operator of Tim's Garage. Tim employed several loyal employees over the years including the late Alan Fryling who encouraged him to add Mad River Muffler to the business creating custom mufflers and exhaust. Later in his career, he became the only technician certified to install the Intoxalock Ignition Interlock Device in Logan County when mandated by the courts. Maintaining his continuing education was important to Tim so that he provided the best care for his many loyal customers. Despite only working 7 months in 2025, these customers nominated him as one of the top 3 automotive garages in Bellefontaine.

His ambitious nature led him to pursue education at Hondorous College in Columbus, Ohio. After passing his insurance license, he focused on Medicare Supplements, Final Expenses, Short-term care and Annuities.

As a youth he participated in trap shooting, youth baseball, and won Punt, Pass, and Kick. Later hobbies included NASCAR, boating, and fishing. An avid golfer he played many courses and enjoyed playing and winning many scrambles.

He maintained memberships at First Christian Church Bellefontaine, Bass Anglers, Wildlife Forever, and VFW to support veterans. Sharing cookouts and bonfires with friends gave him great pleasure.

The family would like to thank the staff at Indian Lake Rehab for their excellent compassionate care. We would be remiss if we didn't express our gratitude to all of his friends who supported him during his illness. You are too numerous to name, at the risk of leaving someone out, but know that our gratitude is immeasurable just as your kindness to him and assistance to us was. God bless each of you.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity as Tim's generous nature would prefer

Please join us for a Celebration of Life on Saturday May 30th at 11:00 a.m., at Jennings Farley & Seeley Funeral Home, West Liberty, Ohio. Rev. Kevin Greenwald will officiate.

Online Condolences may be expressed at www.jenningsfarley.com