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MARGARET ZELLER
HARROD — Margaret A. Zeller, age 69, died on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 11:11 AM at her residence in Harrod, Ohio, after a long battle with cancer.
She was born on November 4, 1946 in Fremont, Ohio to Robert and Mary Hotz who preceded her in death. On July 26, 1969 she married Richard T. Zeller and he died on July 11, 2001.
Margaret was a graduate of Fremont St. Joseph High School and Mary Manse College. She was a medical technologist and farm wife. Margaret retired from Bluffton Hospital Laboratory after 25 years. She was a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church of Ada. Margaret was a member of the Hay Tumblers Farm Bureau Council, Allen East Young Farmers and was a 4H Advisor. She enjoyed gardening, shopping, working and spending time with family.
She is survived by her children: Amy (Alan) Myers of Bluffton, Mary Beth Zeller of Harrod, Rebecca (Mike) Loeffler of Delaware, James (Stephanie) Zeller of Harrod and Joseph (Ashley) Zeller of Harrod; ten grandchildren: Zane, Grace and Greta Myers; Josh and Clara Loeffler; Lilly, Ryker and Quinn Zeller; Sophia and Zoe Zeller. She was the oldest of eight children, survived by four brothers and three sisters.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 AM on Saturday, 23, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 300 East Highland Avenue, Ada with Father David Young officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Westminster.
Friends may call from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, January 22, 2016 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 300 East Highland Avenue, Ada, Ohio 45810.
Condolences may be expressed at www.hansonneely.com.
Arrangements are by Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Zeller
Patty
January 13, 2022
Losing a mother is a pain that never quite goes away. My thoughts and prayers today are for Becky, Amy and Mary.
Patty Huston-Holm
January 13, 2021
I am looking at her photo and remembering what an amazing lady Margaret was. Even in her sickest moments, she was gracious and had the gift of hospitality. Her legacy lives on within her children (her amazing daughters) and grandchildren.
Betty Bowers
May 5, 2016
I just received a notice of your mother's passing. Margie was a good friend of mine all through our years at St Joe. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with her children, grandchildren and her brothers and sisters.
Poncw Gonzalez
May 5, 2016
Please accept my condolences for your family's loss. I have fond memories of my schoolmate at St. Joe's.
Mark Jones
January 23, 2016
Margaret was such a special person. Quick to flash that brilliant smile and fiercely protective of her family. She will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Mark Jones and Scott Groce.
January 22, 2016
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. We met both your mom and dad through Young Farmers many years ago. Occasionally, I would see your mom out and about and we would catch up on family news. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig and Marilyn Shaw, Wapakoneta
Bonnie Patton
January 22, 2016
So sorry Pam for your loss.I just got out of osu so I won't be able to come to the viewing..my thoughts and prayers are with u and your family.love you!!!
January 21, 2016
I did not know Margaret....but I went to school with Dick at St. John's....he was my best friend back then...I was out of the country when Dick died....but now I see where Margaret has left us and I send my thoughts and prayers to the Zeller family.I will pray for Dick and Margaret.
John Honingford
Deb Weihrauch
January 21, 2016
So sorry to hear of your moms passing! She fought a good fight. Margaret was so nice, always smiling! Praise God she is home with no more pain and suffering!
Pam Rehm
January 21, 2016
Mary Beth,
I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. May you find peace and comfort from the Lord as you go on without her.
Jean Wurm
January 20, 2016
Mary Beth, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you...
January 20, 2016
Offering my condolences and hoping that you find comfort in knowing that God is near to us when our hearts are broken.
Judi Koontz
January 20, 2016
Margaret was one of the kindest people I know. She was a great example of a strong and wonderful co-worker and friend. Prayers to her family, she'll be very missed.
Paula Manns
January 20, 2016
My sympathy to Margaret's family and friends........I had the pleasure of working with her at the Bluffton Hospital. She was always friendly, caring, compassionate and a great friend to all of us!! It was a true pleasure to get to know her and I feel Blessed to have some great memories of her!! Such a beautiful lady!!
Linsey Phillips
January 20, 2016
Mary Beth and Family, I am so very sorry to hear this. Thinking of you and sending prayers of peace to you and your family during this time.
Sarah Rothhaar
January 20, 2016
Mary Beth, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of hugs from your Colonel Crawford school district family!
Patty Huston-Holm
January 20, 2016
Sad for the loss to the family but rejoicing on this day that Margaret goes home. Praying for Becky, Mike, Josh, Clara and others in the family.
January 20, 2016
Bill and family so sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie and Steve Krynock
Joan Knight
January 19, 2016
The Burkett family of st Joseph Fremont sends our sympathy and prayers to the Hotz family. Our mothers were close friends. It's so hard to lose a sibling both from extended illness and sudden onset. May she rest in peace.
Ken Durnwald
January 19, 2016
Much love and regards to the entire Zoeller family. we understand she was in a lot of pain, we are glad it is over, and she is back with Dick. Our love and prayers to everyone.
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