Gene Ellen Herrick, devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, 96, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Gene Ellen was born in Toledo, Ohio on September 22, 1919 to William and Charlotte (Steadman) Taylor. On August 21, 1937, she married Robert C. Herrick. Her love of the Lord and dedication to her family were the center of her life. She was a member of Goodwill Spiritualist Church, known by all as "Aunt Gene". She was a 50-year member of Eastern Stars, and a member of the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America, Dendarah Court. She was a member of the St. Charles Hospital Auxiliary for many years and a past hospital volunteer. Gene was a member of the German American Festival Society where she enjoyed the retirees group, and helped prepare for many festivals. Gene and Bob were past members of the Toledo Yacht Club, where they spent many years boating. Gene wintered in Florida with her husband and they travelled throughout Europe several times by motor home. Among her talents were: playing the organ; crocheting afghans and baby clothes for her family; and in later years, painting with oils, particularly flowers and lighthouses. Gene had a passion for baseball and enjoyed watching her grandchildren play at the ball park, and in recent years followed it on television. Gene will be remembered for the love she had for her family. Gene is survived by her children, Robert C. Herrick Jr. and Jeanne Sutphin; grandchildren, Robert C. (Patty) Herrick III, Alice (Chad) Schreiber, Brian (Erica) Herrick, Daniel Sutphin, Brad (Louise) Sutphin, and Jeana (Dale) Gernert; great-grandchildren, Robert IV, Nicholas, Matthew, Jacob, Bella, Gage, Amaya, Kaidyn, Kamden, Raylee, Bradley (Lauren), Beverly (Andy), Joseph and Francesca; brother, Robert (Mona) Taylor; sister, Charlotte Everhardt; and sister-in-law, Elva Taylor. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son-in-law, Danny Sutphin; granddaughter, Jennifer Sutphin; brothers, William, James, and Arthur; and sisters, Daisy and Phyllis. Private funeral services were held and interment took place in Toledo Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to Goodwill Spiritual Church, 300 E. Breckman Street, Walbridge, Ohio 43465 or Dendarah Scholarship Fund, 224 Hillsdale Avenue, Rossford, Ohio 43460