Mary Kennard Obituary

Mary "Kathy" Kennard

Mary "Kathy" Kennard, 66, of Findlay, died at 7:35 p.m. Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born January 3, 1959, in Celina, to the late John and Rita (Mersman) Gibbons. She married the love of her life, Dan Kennard, in 1979, and he survives.

Kathy is also survived by her brother, John (Pam) Gibbons of California; and isters, Susan (Jim-deceased) Buschur of Georgia and Bev (Mark) Kuenning of Celina.

She was also preceded in death by a brother, Kim (Cindy) Gibbons.

Kathy was a licensed Optician and was employed by Ottawa Eye Care for over 30 years. She worked for several optometrist groups for more than 40 years.

Kathy had a magnetic, classy, and joyful personality. She was loved by all. She loved to play golf, work out, and was a professional shopper.

Kathy loved her God, family, friends, and her pet dogs Ellie and Piper. Kathy was a member of College First Church of God.

She will be sorely missed.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service when the weather warms and is sunny, commemorating her lifestyle.

Visitation will be at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay, with services at College First Church of God, with Pastor Kimberly Reese officiating. Official dates and times will be announced at a later date.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.