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CAROLYN MOTTER
WAYNESFIELD — Carolyn K. Motter, age 54, of Waynesfield died 3:44 a.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at her home. She was born Dec. 18, 1961 in Celina, Ohio to O. Willard and Thecla Alfont Hight. She married Bill Motter who survives in Waynesfield.
Carolyn was a graduate of Celina High School class of 1979 and went on to graduate from Wright State University. She was a certified public accountant and had worked as an auditor for the state of Ohio for 15 years. She also was co-owner of Motter D.J. Service for 28 years and loved golf and reading books.
Additional survivors include her mother Thecla Batin of Montezuma, OH, 2 daughters: Katie (Paul) Volbert of Spencerville and Annette (Robert) Lira of Bartlett, IL; a granddaughter Lily Volbert and 4 sisters: Cindy Hight of Lima, Charlotte (Donald) Brayman of Emporia, VA, Cathy Kosboth of Celina, Ohio and Candy (Jeff) Cyphers of Ashtabula, OH.
She was preceded in death by her father Willard in 1987.
At Carolyn's request a private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family or to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Motter
Rick and Lisa Hines
May 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of the passing of Carolyn. You have our deepest sympathies.
Bill, you and Carolyn played music at our wedding in Wapakoneta nearly 24 years ago. We will never forget what a great time everyone had. In fact, my dad was having such a good time that he paid for you to stay for another hour! Both you and Carolyn were so friendly and fun. We will never forget that.
Take care of yourselves. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb Geist
May 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Lisa Zizelman-Maples
May 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss. We were good friends in school. I remember when "George" would play her violin in band, spending the night at her house then going down to the lake to do some night swimming, and going to grandmas house by the Dairy Queen. She was such a lovely girl and will be missed
Sheryl Bauch
May 26, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Motter/Garrison family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Carolyn but her daughter Annette (Garrison) Lira is my sister-in-law. May you all find comfort in the days ahead knowing that Carolyn is at peace and looking down upon you all. She fought a very tough battle for as long as she could and is now out of pain. She will always be in your hearts. Whenever you need to talk to her, she will hear you and somehow let you know she is around. Don't try to rush through the grieving process. Just take one day at a time. Each day will get easier to get through. Hugs to you all.
Carolyn and Grace Garrison
May 26, 2016
We am praying for all of you to have peace and strength at this time. You have our deepest sympathies. Cherish your memories.
Sandy (Treece) Cummings
May 31, 2016
Bill I'm sorry to hear about Carolyn. She put up a great fight! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. The heavens will be full of music with a great DJ smiling and playing favorites.
Julie Zinn
May 28, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy. I always enjoyed working with Carolyn at the AOS. She was always a lot of fun!
Josie Finn
May 28, 2016
Sorry for loss, Bill,she is your guarding angel now and my she rest in peace. Thoughts and prayer to you and family
Joey Hull
May 27, 2016
Unfortunately i never got the chance to meet you, but i got the chance to meet your daughters. They are extremely kind hearted, giving, and both are amazing mothers. Those characteristics they learn from their own mother.
Rest in peace, your family will all be together again in heaven
Karen (Stiles) Perrine
May 27, 2016
Bill I'm so saddened to hear of your loss. Heaven gained an angel!! I'll pray for God to comfort you and your family.
David Chiles
May 27, 2016
Bill,Katie, Annette
We are very sorry for your loss of Carolyn. Cherish your memories until u meet again. We know it is not the same but it does help
sheryl Bauch
May 27, 2016
Annette and Katie.
I never had the opportunity to meet your mom. But I can say she raised two amazing women. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it's hard right now, but just take it one day at a time. She will always be with you. When you need to talk, she will hear you and know she will try and always make sure you are safe. Prayers coming your way. Not only today, but always. Hugs to you both.
Dorothy & Ric Johnson
May 26, 2016
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace in your sorrow.
Craig & Lisa DuVernay
May 26, 2016
Bill and family,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you.
Rae Rostorfer
May 26, 2016
Bill and family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I loved Caroline so much and it was a joy to see you both come in to the Waffle House and her bright smile would light the place up. God be with you, love Rae Lynn and family
Mike Botkin
May 26, 2016
Bill - my thoughts and prayers are with you, your daughters and entire family. Carolyn was so much fun to work with, and we've missed her here at the Auditor of State's office so much. She is in a better place, healed and with no pain or suffering, and we will all meet again some day.
RITA MOTTER
May 26, 2016
to Bill and Carolyn's family all my love and PEACE and COMFORT TO ALL OF YOU!!
Faith Cummings
May 25, 2016
To Cindy and Family...So very sorry for this precious loss... God bless you with His strength and guidance at this difficult time.
Faith Cummings...(Elida Schools)
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