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Kathleen M. Otermat

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Kathleen M. Otermat, 89, of Port Clinton passed away on September 4, 2021 at Elmwood Communities in Fremont, OH.  She was born in Port Clinton, OH, to Pearl (Nuppenau) and Elmer Durdel.  Kathy graduated from Fremont Ross High School where she was a majorette in the band in 1951.  On May 16, 1952, she married the love of her life, Gladon Layne “Pete” Otermat and he preceded her in death on October 8, 2006.

Kathleen was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Fremont, and an Associate member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Danbury.  Her strong faith sustained her in this life.

Kathleen loved the home that she and Gladon built together, and the vibrant sunsets shining across the fields.  Together, they owned and operated Otermat’s Sunoco in Bellevue from 1969-2005.  Her other activities included teaching Sunday School, youth group advisor, playing the piano, and visiting shut-ins. She enjoyed being a member of the WaJaSa Farm Council and the Bide-a-Wee Farm Women.  She also enjoyed writing poems, drawing pictures, playing with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  They remember her loving heart, her magical cookie tree, her treasure chest of surprises, her imaginary airplane rides in the car, her love of chocolate, her Ohio State socks, and her generosity.

Kathy is survived by; daughters, Rev. Christina (Steven) Young and Laurie Christopher; sister, Geraldine Shimer; grandchildren, Nicholas Christopher, Jessica (James) Talbott, and Nathan (Camaron) Young; great-grandchildren, Dillon Christopher, Jordan Schaefer, Lyla Smythe, Nash Talbott, and Hannah, Elijah, Jacob, Samuel, Hope, and Liam Young; sisters-in-law, Sara Tanner and Katherine Otermat; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Gladon Otermat, brothers-in-law, Scott Otermat and Dale Shimer, and grandson, Timothy Young.

The family would like to thank Elmwood Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing of Fremont, and ProMedica Heartland Hospice Services for their compassionate care.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 705 W. State Street, Fremont, OH, on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, 11:00 am, with visitation at the church before the service from 9:30 – 11:00 am.

Burial will be at the Four Mile House Cemetery, 978 CR 128, Fremont.

Memorials can be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 705 West State Street, Fremont OH 43420, or to SNAP (Supporting National African Pastors) Ministries (c/o Sara Tanner, 646 Barker Road, Fremont, OH 43420)

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  1. Tom & Carol Kubit

    September 5, 2021 at 10:18 pm

    Dear Chris and Steve and family: We pray that God will grant you all the strength and comfort to help you get through this difficult time. Remember: Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories. We shall always remember her sweet smile and kind words. Love Tom and Carol Kubit

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  2. Doug Klein

    September 5, 2021 at 11:21 pm

    Ah, such wonderful people, sorry for everyone’s loss!

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  3. Linda snd Bill Smith

    September 5, 2021 at 11:45 pm

    Kathy Otermat was a very loving person who shared her faith with those who knew her. She was very active in her church, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a kind soul who radiated love !
    Our sympathies and the peace that passes all understanding be with her family as they morn her loss yet celebrate her triumph into Glory with God!

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  4. Tim & Jan Waggoner

    September 7, 2021 at 9:15 pm

    Chris and Steve and Laurie,

    Most of my memories of your mom were around our Christmas Gatherings. Her gracious spirit, listening ear, and caring heart shined through her life. By God’s grace those qualities have influenced others especially her two daughters and I’m sure some of the grandchildren to seek the Lord Jesus who is humble & gracious in heart. May His grace, peace and joy and comfort enfold your hearts as you grieve with hope your loss of Kathy.

    Love in Christ
    Tim & Jan Waggoner

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  5. Ed and Sharon Mitchell

    September 8, 2021 at 12:23 pm

    Air hugs Chris and Gerri and all the family.

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  6. Linda M Gegorski

    September 16, 2021 at 2:26 pm

    Sincere sympathy to all the family with prayers/thoughts-may she rest in peace–she is in a better place with no pain and suffering!!

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