The funeral for a recently retired Hancock County Sheriff’s Office deputy who passed away will be held on Thursday.

The funeral for Michael McGuire, 59, of Findlay, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Old Mill Stream Centre at the Hancock County Fairgrounds.

The sheriff’s office says the funeral procession will begin around 12:30 p.m. and head through Findlay on its way to McComb Union Cemetery on State Route 613.

The sheriff’s office says Deputy McGuire had a big impact on everyone around him and will be greatly missed.

“We offer our heartfelt sympathies to Michael’s family, fellow officers, and friends. Michael was a great asset to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office. In his 34 years of dedicated service, he was a School Resource Officer, Explorer Post Advisor, and Deputy Sheriff. Michael faithfully served our Sheriff’s Office family and the citizens of Hancock County. Mike’s ready smile and wit raised many a spirit around the office. His life had a profound impact on everyone around him, and he will be greatly missed. May you rest in peace.”