Dennis F. Mesenburg, age 85, of Sandusky, passed away Wednesday evening, January 21, 2026, at Providence Care Center, Sandusky, under the care of Stein Hospice, after a yearlong bout from a stroke.

He was the son of Paul A. and Doris (Long) Mesenburg, having been born in Providence Hospital, Sandusky.  As a teenager, he was an accomplished saxophone player.  He played in several bands and the Mesenburg Family band opened for Ricky Nelson at the Ohio State fair.

Dennis was a 1958 graduate of Margaretta High School and earned State Farmer Degree while there.  After graduating college at the Ohio State University and being a proud member of the AGR fraternity, he entered the Ohio National Guard, which included Officer's Training School.

He married Rose Faber on December 5, 1970, and soon after, settled on the Mesenburg 1850's Homestead where he began his life as a farmer, which he loved as his life's work.

He served on many boards: Central Erie Board of Directors, Supervision on the Erie County Soil and Water Board, being chairman, Ohio soybean Association Board serving as president also, helped to found the National Soybean Council, and served on the American Soybean Association National Board, elected for 9 years.  During those years, he participated in a Trade Mission to Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea on behalf of soybean growers, as well as one to Mexico.  Locally, he was one of the first to farm No-Till crops, soybeans, and corn, continuing that practice until retirement in 2024.

Dennis was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Sandusky, the Sandusky Yacht Club, Elks Lodge 285, Farm Bureau Advisory council (Town and County Planters), and the Ohio Soybean Association.  He loved to travel, especially being a "snowbird" in Tucson, AZ in the winter.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rose (Faber) Mesenburg; son Josh Mesenburg; grandchildren Macie and Drew; brother Joe (Karen) Mesenburg; sister in-law Lisa Faber; brothers in-law Larry (Bonnie) Faber, and Dennis (Beverly) Faber; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Dennis was preceded in death by his still born daughter; parents; brother Paul "Jack" and wife Gloria (Leser) Mesenburg; and brother in-law David Faber.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM Tuesday January 27, 2026, at Ransom Funeral & Cremation Service 610 S. Washington St., Castalia.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 429 Central Ave., Sandusky.  Fr. Christopher Turner will officiate, and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank the caring staff of Providence Care Center and the Stein Hospice staff for their special care and support.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, Margaretta FFA, or one's favorite charity.  Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.ransomfuneralhome.com

St. Mary's Catholic Church
429 Central Ave., Sandusky OH 44870

Margaretta FFA
209 Lowell St., Castalia OH 44824