Dawn Curth Obituary

Dawn Marie Curth

Dawn Inniger Curth, 60, of Jenera, passed away peacefully at Bridge Hospice Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

She was born in Bluffton, Ohio, May 28, 1965, to Jarice (Manthe) and Harold Inniger.

Dawn was baptized, confirmed, and married at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jenera, where she was active in women's ministry and the choir. Church was the center of her life. She was deeply blessed and surrounded by the love and community of her church and family until the end.

Dawn married Ray Curth April 22, 1989, and he survives. She is also survived by her four children, Joshua (Devika) Curth of Aurora, Colorado, Daniel (Emma) Curth of Miamisburg, Anna (Logan) Brand of Leesburg, Florida, and Sarah (Brandon) Curth of Perrysburg; her three wonderful grandchildren, Indira, Penelope and Kiaan. Also surviving are her siblings, Jeff (Tracey) Inniger of Mukwonago, Wisconsin, Kathi (Mark) Curth of Jenera, Brad (Lisa) Inniger of Ada, and Paul (Kim) Inniger of Bluffton; and several nieces and nephews.

Dawn was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Mark; and Ray's parents, Harold and Judy Curth.

Dawn's world was shaped by her love of social activities. Any gathering would feature Dawn photographing as many "memories" as she could. Christmas held a special place in her heart. She counted down to Christmas in July and spread the love of the season by baking and sharing her special cookies, a tradition she learned from her father and Aunt Karen (Manthe). Dawn was always on the move, volunteering for the church and attending each of her kids' activities. If she did sit still, she was in her "happy place" on the front porch in her house in Jenera with a cup of coffee, admiring the sunset over the farm by her house.

Dawn loved sharing her love for Jesus with all people. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2025, at CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Arlington, and for one hour prior to service (1:30-2:30 p.m.) Friday, September 5, 2025, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jenera.

Her funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, September 5, 2025, at the church with Pastor Robert Krueger and Pastor Alois Schmitzer officiating.

Donations may be made to Women's Ministry or Mornings with Mommy at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jenera.

Dawn had a deep love for celebrating the birth of our Savior. In her honor, Cackleberry Pines Christmas Tree Farm will place a handmade nativity at its site and establish a "Christmas Tree Fund" to help families who may not be able to afford a tree. If you would like to contribute to these projects in memory of Dawn, please make checks payable to Bryan and Natalie Miller, noting "Dawn's Christmas Memorial" in the memo line.

The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Jacobus and all the staff of Bridge Hospice for their compassion and care.

Online condolences can be shared with family by visiting coldrencrates.com.