Catherine Elizabeth Cress

Catherine Elizabeth (Nee Veser) beloved wife of Forrest Vesper Cress Jr. Loving mother of Forrest (Patsy) Cress III, Kenneth (Tina) Cress, and Glenn (Lesa) Cress. Beloved sister of Arthur Veser and the late Erna Betts. Cherished grandmother of eleven grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. Catherine left a tremendous mark in the art world of commercial as well as fine art and wood carving. She also volunteered in teaching arts and crafts to the youngsters in the after school program in Wyoming as well as to the senior citizens in the retirement centers. Catherine passed away June 16, 2015 at age 87. Funeral service will take place Friday, June 19, 2015 11 A.M. at Fleming Rd. United Church of Christ 691 Fleming Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45231. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations are made in memory of Catherine to Fleming Rd. United Church of Christ. Online condolences may be made at www.schmidtdhonaukucner.com.