Thelma Reitler Obituary
Age 96, passed away on Saturday evening, May 25, 2024. Thelma was born in Kokomo, IN, on July 24, 1927, the daughter of Joseph H. and Marie (Mullins) Kowaski. She was married to Richard Curwin Reitler who preceded her in death. Thelma was a member at St. Ambrose Catholic Church and VFW Post 6241 in Delton. Her family was very important to her and she loved cooking for them. She also enjoyed gardening and flowers. Thelma is survived by her children, Sue Ann (Larry) Boitnott, Carolyn (Kerry) Louden, Patricia (Bill) Mockaitis; son-in-law, James Sweeton III; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many friends. Besides her husband, Thelma was preceded in death by her daughter Mary Lou Sweeton; sons, Tommy and Michael Reitler; sister, Rita Decker.
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Sandy Berndt
May 29, 2024
I loved your mom. She was my first and best friend after I moved to Kalamazoo.
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Sandy Berndt
May 29, 2024
Loved your mom. She was my first and best friend when I moved to Kalamazoo. Sandy Berndt
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