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Catherine Noakes Obituary
Catherine M. "Cathy" Noakes, 75, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Bowling Green.
She was born Nov. 4, 1948, in Herrin, Illinois, the daughter of Angelo and Evelyn (Bencini) Garavalia. She married Phil Noakes on April 23, 1971, and he survives in Findlay.
Cathy's survivors include two sons, Craig (Stephanie) Noakes of Forest and Paul (Sara) Noakes of Findlay; two grandchildren, Angela and Halie Noakes; and sisters, Barbara (Steve) Baili, of Marion, Illinois, and Sandy Hodges of Herrin, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Cathy was employed at Assured Title Company and Mid -Am Title. She enjoyed her flowers and gardens, reading, cooking, and taking care of everyone she loved.
Visitation in Cathy's honor will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, until the time of her memorial service at 2 p.m. at COLDEN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed towards Cancer Patient Service, 1800 N. Blanchard St., Suite 120, Findlay, Ohio, 45840.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Karen and Dean Gerkens
April 25, 2024
when we lived in Burberry Villas, we spent a lot of time with Cathy and Phil. They were our backyard neighbors. Cathy was such a lovely and fun person. Phil you will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Tim and Kathy Coppes
April 25, 2024
We have thought of your family often! So sorry to hear this news. We are thinking of you during this time and our love is with you. Tim and Kathy Coppes
Nancy Galvin
April 25, 2024
We shared so many wonderful times together, you will sadly missed by your family and friends. Until we meet again. Always in my thoughts and prayers.
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Coldren-Crates Funeral Home - Findlay205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, OH 45840
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