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Mary Heitbrink Obituary
MINSTER -- Mary Jean Heitbrink, age 84 of Minster, Ohio, died at 4:24 AM on December 12, 2022 at her home in Minster. She was born on October 19, 1938 in Shelby County, Ohio to the late Raymond & Ludwina (Meiring) Hoying. She married James Heitbrink on August 29, 1959 in St. Patrick Church, St. Patrick, Ohio and he survives in Minster. She is also survived by children: Marge & Tim Baumer, Minster, Mark & Lynne Heitbrink, Minster, Mary Kay & Ron Wolters, McCartyville, John & Sheila Heitbrink, Minster, Jane & Matt Ratermann, Ft. Loramie, Tony & Tammy Heitbrink, Minster, 14 grandchildren, Karissa & Austin Kaylor, Andrew & Ellen Baumer, Austin & Sarah Baumer, Allan & Lauren Heitbrink, Aaron & Ashley Heitbrink, Ben & Hannah Heitbrink, Dustin & Katelyn Wolters, Wesley & Hannah Wolters, Jordyn Heitbrink, Jack Heitbrink, Taylor Ratermann, Devin Ratermann, Rachel Smith, Brad Meyer, 26 great grandchildren, siblings: Sister Jean Renee Hoying, C.PP.S., Dayton, Diane Gels, Lewis Center, David & Helen Hoying, Ft. Loramie, Monica Boerger, Ft. Loramie, Rita & Denny Sollmann, Sidney, step siblings: Martha Heitkamp, Sidney, Tom and Rosie Koverman, St. Marys, in-laws: Maurice & Carol Heitbrink, Minster, Marcella Mescher, Versailles. She was preceded in death by stepsister: Lois & Bill Drees, in-laws: Bill Gels, Ken Boerger, Tom Heitkamp, Janet & John Borgerding, Ralph (Red) Mescher. Mary Jean was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and a Eucharistic Minister. She was a member of the NFO and a honorary member of the FFA. She was a daycare provider for over 30 years and helped on the family farm. She was a great cook, avid gardener, and enjoyed canning. She also loved following her grandchildren & great grandchildren in all of their activities. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 AM Friday, December 16, 2022 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster with burial to follow in St. Augustine Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster on Thursday, December 15 from 2 to 7 PM and from 9 to 9:30 AM on Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Minster Area Life Squad. Condolences may be left at www.hogenkampfh.com.
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for Mary Heitbrink
December 15, 2022
Sorry for your loss.
Praying for your family.
Rick and Sue Niekamp
Abby Connell
December 14, 2022
What a beautiful soul. She was like a mother to me for so many years. I have amazing memories growing up at the farm with the family. Looking back now that I have children of my own I realize how lucky I was to be in the care of someone who really loved the children that she took care of. I learned a lot about life at that farm and I have wonderful memories. I will alway have a special place in my heart for both her and Jim. I know she is up in heaven now just smiling down on all of those that she loved. I don’t know how many children that she watched over the years but I know that I was lucky to be one of them. She was one the best!
Ron Fortman
December 14, 2022
She was a good neighbor and friend to our family. Some brightness has left our world.
The Fortmans
Gina Serepca
December 13, 2022
Sending my sympathy to the family & friends. Jeannie will always be remembered laughing and smiling.
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Gary & Emmy Bensman
December 13, 2022
Our deepest sympathy at your great loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with you. She was the "best of the best". Rest in peace. Gary & Emmy Bensman
EDNA BRUNS
December 13, 2022
I worked with Jeanie lots of years ago, I loved her then and love her now. Rest in peace my friend. Please accept our dearest symphony to Jim and her family.
Ken Meyer
December 12, 2022
Thinking about the Heitbrink family, keeping you all on my prayers, sorry for your loss
Ron and Jane and family Boeke
December 12, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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