Maragret Loudermilk

Maragret Kathern "Kathie" Loudermilk, 74, of Crestline, died Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at her home. Born September 17, 1940 in Littles Creek, KY, she was the daughter of William and Ethel (Miller) Gray. Although she was shy as a child, by adulthood Kathie was always friendly with those she met. Strong and independent, Kathie's warm heart and hospitality were felt by all who walked through her front door. While she spent most of her married life as a homemaker, she also worked at Western Auto in Crestline and American Wire in Bucyrus where she retired in 2010. Along with her best friend and husband, William, they purchased their home in May 1969. Kathie enjoyed caring for her home, flower garden, and landscaping with her John Deere "lawn tractor". A talented and creative woman, she was an avid reader and liked to play the piano. Kathie also enjoyed crocheting, watching Jeopardy, and doing cryptoquote and crossword puzzles. Cheering on the OSU Buckeyes and Cleveland Cavs was also one of her favorite pasttimes.

She is survived by her children, Guy (Gretchen Zalenski) Loudermilk, Lynn (Larry) Metcalf, Julie (Dave Garrett) Hershberger, Paul (Maggie) Loudermilk, and Susan (Aaron) Kramer; nine grandchildren, Megan, Rebecca, Jessica, Ashley, William, Tyler, Adam, Riah, and Mara; seven great grandchildren; and sister, Betty Hamm.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, William Clyde Loudermilk; brothers, Darrell and Randy Gray; and granddaughter, Marriah.

Friends may call Friday, December 12, 2014 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 100 S. Lexington-Springmill Rd., Ontario. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home conducted by Pastor Harold Gray. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.