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Rita Mae Batt Kratzer

Birth	:	18 Sep 1929 Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	23 Nov 2020 Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Burial	:	Ayersville Cemetery, Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.2518500, -84.2883800
Description	:	Rita Mae Kratzer (91) mother and grandmother, went peacefully to be with the Lord and reunited with her soulmate of 61 years Lowell “Bud” W. Krazter, early on the morning of November, 23. She was born on September 18, 1929 in Defiance, Ohio. Rita is survived by her five children Keith (Karen) Kratzer of Defiance; Deb (Jim) Burkhart of Holgate; Diane (Jack) Wahl, of Defiance; Kurt (Robin) Kratzer of Lebanon, TN; and Dot (Russ) Shetler of Troy. Rita’s abundant hugs and kisses, homemade cocoa drops, and generous heart will be missed by 17 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.... Read More	Rita Mae Kratzer (91) mother and grandmother, went peacefully to be with the Lord and reunited with her soulmate of 61 years Lowell “Bud” W. Krazter, early on the morning of November, 23. She was born on September 18, 1929 in Defiance, Ohio. Rita is survived by her five children Keith (Karen) Kratzer of Defiance; Deb (Jim) Burkhart of Holgate; Diane (Jack) Wahl, of Defiance; Kurt (Robin) Kratzer of Lebanon, TN; and Dot (Russ) Shetler of Troy. Rita’s abundant hugs and kisses, homemade cocoa drops, and generous heart will be missed by 17 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Anna and Raymond Batt; brothers, Gerald and Roger Batt; and sisters Geraldine French, Agnes Cowle and Marie Lero. Also preceding her in death is angel and great-granddaughter Molly Dickinson. A long resident of Ayersville, Rita graduated from Defiance High School. On July 15, 1950, Rita married Lowell and started a family that would grow to be her most prized possession. Rita attended St. Paul’s United Methodist Church where she ran the food pantry, and was most recently a faithful member of Ayersville United Methodist Church. She was active with the Village Quilters at Sauder Village Living History & Museum Farm, and the Ayersville UMW. Rita enjoyed making noodles on any given day with her fellow church members. She had an incredible talent for sewing that was enjoyed by family and friends alike. When she wasn’t busy making quilted bears for those she loved, she made blankets for the Crisis Pregnancy Center. While raising her young family, Rita could often be found serving as a pitcher for the neighborhood ballgames, pulling a willing grandchild in the wagon to Dee & Gee’s for ice cream, or encouraging a race or a roll down the backyard grass hill. Rita and Bud enjoyed many vacations together exploring the countryside along with their dear friends, Carol and Dan Pahl. Following the passing of her beloved Bud in 2011, Rita became a proud resident at the Glenn Park Senior Living Community. Not a day went by that Rita did not miss Bud dearly. Rita passed her time playing Bingo and Wii bowling with the “Glenn Park Bowling Stones”. She came to think of and love the staff at Glenn Park as part of her family. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rita’s family will celebrate her well-lived life, together and privately, on Wednesday, November 25 at Schaffer Funeral Home in Defiance. Rita’s final resting place will be the Ayersville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests gifts in memory of Rita to Ayersville UMC, 27728 Ayersville Pleasant Bend Rd, Defiance, OH 43512, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Where is Rita Mae Batt Kratzer's memorial?
Rita Mae Batt Kratzer's memorial is located at: Ayersville Cemetery, Ayersville, Defiance County, USA.
When did Rita Mae Batt Kratzer death?
Rita Mae Batt Kratzer death on 23 Nov 2020 in Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Rita Mae Batt Kratzer's memorial?
Latitude: 41.2518500
Longitude: -84.2883800

Family Members:

Parent

Raymond Edward Batt

(1897 - 1971)

Anna Mary Schindler Batt

(1899 - 1987)

Spouse

Lowell Wayne Kratzer

(1928 - 2011)

Siblings

Gerald Bernard Batt

(1920 - 1972)

Geraldine Anne Batt French

(1922 - 2003)

Agnes Rita Batt Cowle

(1925 - 1970)

Marie Elizabeth Batt Lero

(1927 - 1994)

Roger Walter Batt

(1933 - 1991)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Ayersville Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2518500, -84.2883800

2. Hohenberger Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2728004, -84.2705994

3. Hire Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2797012, -84.2956009

4. Hill Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2242012, -84.2743988

5. Old Saint Stephens Lutheran Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2458687, -84.2483139

6. Hale-Wellman Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2200090, -84.3154720

7. Worthington Cemetery
Highland Township, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2271860, -84.3318520

8. Saint Stephens Lutheran Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2366982, -84.2363968

9. Stykeman-Minsel Cemetery
Independence, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2970010, -84.2931180

10. Huse Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2851982, -84.2464981

11. Independence Cemetery
Independence, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2980995, -84.3019028

12. Riverview Memory Gardens
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2938995, -84.2583008

13. Rohn Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2963982, -84.2643967

14. Myers Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2168999, -84.3352966

15. Hoeltzel-Moon Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2017000, -84.3213700

16. Foster Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2533730, -84.3629700

17. Kahlo Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2789001, -84.3563995

18. Taylor Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2308006, -84.3630981

19. Presbyterian Cemetery (Defunct)
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2829850, -84.3591420

20. John Miller Sanford Family Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1972170, -84.3300540

21. Fort Defiance Burial Ground
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2875340, -84.3575200

22. Frazee Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2646690, -84.3752090

23. Rural Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2791870, -84.3693750

24. Riverside Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2714005, -84.3786011