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Michael Kater Obituary
Michael "Gene" Kater, 74 of Columbus, died Friday, March 7, 2025, at Norwich Springs Health Campus in Hilliard.
He was born January 13, 1951, in Marion to the late Kenneth and Verla (Holdbrook) Kater. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Earl and Carrie (Taylor) Kater and Almander and Norah (Young) Holbrook; sisters, Kathryn Kater Carter, Ruby Kater Robinson; and a brother, Jerry Kater.
Gene was a graduate of Buckeye Valley High School in Delaware and served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps in Vietnam and South Korea.
He is survived by his wife, Ling Fang; a son, Erik Kater, Bellefontaine; brothers, Bryce Kater, Worthington; Johnnie Kater, Marengo; Ronnie Kater, Richwood; sisters, Karolyn Frasure, Marion; Bonnie Newland, Ostrander; brother-in-law, Don (Dorothy) Carter, Carey.
Private graveside services will be held at Price Cemetery with Jeff Webb officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #1095, Delaware and the USMC.
Memorial gifts may be made to American Heart Association (www.heart.org), 5455 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43214.
The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com.
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Pat Shannon Gilliam
March 22, 2025
Bonnie, it is with sadness that I read about the passing of your brother Michael. Although it's been many years since we've seen each other, that does not lessen that I understand your loss, and am truly sorry.
Sending prayers and blessings to you and your family....just hope you are doing well
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