Dorothy J. Neiling, 80, of Fremont, OH passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at Stein Hospice in Sandusky, OH. She was born February 29, 1936 in Berwyn, IL to Thomas H. and Lena M. (Johann) Bates. She was a 1954 graduate of Notre Dame Academy and received an RN Degree from St. Vincent School of Nursing.
Dorothy married James E. Neiling on June 28, 1958 at St. Rose Church in Perrysburg, OH and he preceded her in death on October 6, 2013.
Dorothy was a Registered Nurse and worked at Quality Care (Valley View) Nursing Home in Fremont. She then went to work at St. Francis Healthcare Center in Green Springs. Dorothy retired from St. Bernadine Sisters of Mercy in 2001. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she was a Eucharist Minister and also sang in the choir. She was also a member of the Blessed Sacred Heart Confraternity. Dorothy was a volunteer at Heartbeat and Share & Care. She enjoyed singing in the choir, cross stitching, daily walks and gardening.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Peter (Lori) Neiling, Fremont, OH, David Neiling of Custar, OH, Steven (Sheryl) Neiling of Fremont, OH, Joel Neiling, of Rudolph, OH, Andra (Vic) Josifov, Rittman, OH, Marje (Dennis) Trevino of Waterville, OH, Sara (Pat) Shanahan of Fremont, OH; siblings, Kenneth P. (Sylvia) Bates of Whitney Pt., NY, Margaret (Terry) Feehan of Custar, OH, Doris Turner of Perrysburg, OH, Rose Mary (Andrew) Kandik of Waterville, OH, Mary Frances (Gene) Abbott of California and Angela (Keith) Dallas of Bowling Green, OH; fifteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James E. Neiling; son, Mark Allen Neiling; brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Rita Bates.
Visitation: Sunday from 2 – 5 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, October 3, 2016, 11:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd, Fremont, OH.
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery
Memorials can be made to Memorial Masses at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
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Mary B Abbott
Dear Neiling Family ~ Blessings on you in your time of loss. I will never forget her laugh! I am with you in spirit.
Love, Aunt Marce
Michael and Paula Schings
We are sorry to hear of your loss Steve. We pray God’s peace rests on you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Dan Rairigh
Steve,
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Rairigh
Michelle Cooley
Steve Neiling and Family, so sorry to hear of your mother Dorothy’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Sincerely, Michelle
Ami Rathfelder
Sara & Pat Shanahan & family,
We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Prayers of peace & comfort for you.
Mrs. Michael (Ami) Rathfelder, James, & Aaron
Judy Zeiler
Lots happy memories of Dorothy when we were growing up. Loved visiting Dorothy and her family on the farm in Custar. Praying that she and Jim have peace and happiness now. Love and Prayers, Cousin Judy Bates/Zeiler
Shari Snyder
Pete, my sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your mom.
Linda Gegorski
Sincere sympathy to all the family, with prayers/thoughts!!
Lanny milligan
Pete. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Love and prayers. Lanny milligan
Tom and Mary Ellen Leite
Dear Sara and Neiling Children,
It is always hard to lose a parent regardless of their age or medical condition.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, Ellen Leite
Elaine Smith Garvin
Lovely video & tribute to your dear mom. My sympathy to Pete, Lori & all your family. Your angel’s arms around you.
Monica (McDermott) Rich
Steve
Sorry to hear about your mom! I will keep you and your family in my prayers!