Patricia “Patty” Louise McDermott, 74, of Fremont, OH passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at University of Toledo Medical Center. She was born on November 1, 1940 in Fremont, the daughter of William and Lucille (Halbeisen) Spieldenner. She was a 1959 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School.
Patricia married Thomas F. McDermott on May 19, 1962 at St. Joseph Church in Fremont and he survives. She owned and worked for her own “In Home” Patient Care business. She had previously worked as a Beautician at the Lyon’s Store, as a Security Guard for Pinkerton, as a Nurses Aide at Bethesda Care Center and an Advanced E.M.T. for Gobel.
Patricia was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Rosettes, Bunco Club, Catholic Ladies Columbia and Women of the Moose. She enjoyed ceramics, oil painting, scrap booking, spending time with her grandchildren and attending their events. She loved her dog, Mindy.
Patricia is survived by her husband, Thomas McDermott, Fremont, OH; children, Monica (John) Rich, Clyde, OH, Michelle (John) Hoffert, Fremont, OH, Marcia (Jim) Westgate, Swansea, MA, Maureen (Scott) Kerik, Marblehead, OH; grandchildren, Terese L. Cline, James Westgate II, Larisa Kerik and Kenneth Kerik.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Leo and Harold Spieldenner; sister, Catheryn Spieldenner.
Visitation: Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Friday March 13, 2015; 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 709 Croghan St., Fremont, OH.
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery
Memorials: American Kidney Foundation, American Diabetes Association or American Cancer Society
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Judy & Jorge de la Torre
We are so sorry that we are not able to be with you at this time, but we are remembering you, Tom, and the girls, with our prayers. I am sure she is with you from heaven. Love and hugs for you all.
Judy and Jorge
The Rosenberger family
We are deeply saddened by the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Please know that we are here if you should need anything. All our love, Tom, Missi, Mason, Brady and Kendyl
Lynn Setzler
Thoughts & prayers for the McDermott sisters and your dad.
Jeff & Deb Streacker
Monica, Michelle, Maureen and Marcie – so sorry to hear about Aunt Pat. You are all in our thoughts!
Judy & Jorge de la Torre
Dear Tom, Monica, Shelly, Marcia, and Maureen, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May knowing that Pat is at peace give you some comfort. We are sorry that we can not be with you. With love and hugs, Judy and Jorge
Cristina Cox
Dear Uncle Tom,
We are saddened by the news of Aunt Pat’s passing. We will keep you and Aunt Pat in our daily prayers.
Love,
Cristina, Stephen, Esther, and Hulda
Jim & Millie Fleckner
Dear Tom, Monica, Michelle, Marcie, & Maureen, We are so sorry for your loss. Also sorry we cannot be there because we are in Florida. Your mom was a special part of our family, she will be missed.
Jim & Millie Fleckner
Tom & Dottie Barth
Tom & family. You have our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Dottie (Spieldenner) Barth
Sandy (Stang) Reineck
So sorry to hear about Pat. I will always have good memories of her friendliness and kindness when your family were our neighbors for many years! Take care now and our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!