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Kathleen Karcher Obituary
Kathleen M. "Kathy" Karcher, 92, of Findlay, passed away at 5:48 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, at Brookdale of Findlay. Kathy was born April 20, 1932, in Kalida to the late Lawrence and Irene (Zeller) Westbeld. On August 5, 1950, she married Jerome "Jerry" Karcher and he preceded her in death Nov. 29, 1997.
Surviving Kathy are a son, Bradley D. (Lois) Karcher of Findlay; daughters, Sandra K. Patterson of Findlay, Nancy J. (Michael) Montgomery of Bakersfield, California, and Lori A. Kent of Lima; eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
A son, Gary A. Karcher, preceded his parents in death June 21, 1997; a daughter, Mary Catherine Karcher, also died at birth; son-in-law, Terry L. Patterson, preceded her in death Sept. 10, 2024.
She is survived by a brother, Larry Westbeld of Kalida. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Dolores Hoffman and Charlene Routson; two brothers, Norman and Warren Westbeld; and brothers-in-law, Harry Routson and Carl Hoffman; and sisters-in-law, Joan Westbeld, Tillie Westbeld and Irene Westbeld.
Kathy was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, its Altar Rosary Society and Leo Councilettes. She was a Eucharistic minister and a member of Ministry of Praise.
Kathy worked for over two decades at Bennett's Furniture in McComb, Ohio.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 4-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 2024,at KIRKPATRICK-BEHNKE FUNERAL HOME, 500 Lima Avenue, Findlay, Ohio 45840.
A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 617 West Main Cross Street, Findlay, with the Rev. Adam Hertzfeld, celebrant. The Altar Rosary Society will begin praying the Rosary at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will follow at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Bridge Hospice, Findlay, Ohio, or the Leo Councilettes, Findlay, Ohio.
Online condolences may be shared with the family via http://www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com
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George & Cheryl Post
December 14, 2024
Kathy was such a dear sweet lady. She befriended our BIL and helped him adjust to life at Brookdale. Having her as a friend made him happier. When we visited, I always appreciated having conversation with Kathy. I know she will be missed but I hope the memories you share will sustain you as you begin the path of grief. Our prayers, George and Cheryl Post
Jennifer Laureano
December 14, 2024
You will always be my aunt Kate. Rest in peace, Jennifer.
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