Delmer W. Bandel, 80

Delmer W. Bandel, 80, of Carrollton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

He was born December 8,1943 in St. Francis, Kansas, a son of the late Augustus Bandel and Viola (Sharzman) Bandel. Delmar attended a one-room school through eighth grade and went on to become a 1961 graduate of Kanorado High School. He lived in West Virginia and Ohio most of his adult life, calling Carrollton home for the last 20 years. 

Delmar was self-employed and a thoroughbred owner and trainer. He was a member of the Horsemen’s Benevolent Protective Association, the Jockey Club, and loved attending auctions and animal sales inCarrollton with his friends. Later in life, Delmar started a hobby farm where he enjoyed caring for animals and tinkering with equipment. Delmar especially enjoyed spending time with Lori, his canine Max, and his wonderful neighbors, the Walters family. He attended St John’s Catholic Church.

Delmar is survived by his longtime companion of 29 years, Lori Corbisello of Carrollton; four children: Troy Bandel of Philadelphia PA, Kim (John) Morton of Brule NE; Scot (Kellie) Bandel of Kearney NE, Corey (Chrissy) Bandel of Oskaloosa KS; a sister: Martha (Stan) Pettibone; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday May 29, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. at the Kerr Watson Funeral Home in Salineville. Family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday from 11 a.m. up until the time of service at1:30 p.m. Family and friends may view this obituary and leave online condolences at www.kerrwatsonfh.com.