Patty Deters

Patricia Joyce Deters passed away peacefully at Bridge Hospice Center of Blanchard Valley Hospital on Sunday, February 25th, five days before her 88th birthday. Everyone knew her affectionately as Patty.

Her loving husband, Glenn Deters, preceded her in death in November of 2019.  They enjoyed 64 happy years together.

A lifelong resident of Glandorf, Ohio, she is the daughter of Anna Schroeder and Louis Recker and the sister of eleven siblings.  Preceding her in death are her brothers Ralph Recker (Irene), Joe Recker (Laura), Eugene Recker (Mary Ann), Bobby Recker (Betty) and Donny Recker (his wife Betty survives).  Also preceding her are sisters Mary Ranchel (Dean), Ceil Inkrott (Joe), Ruth Ann Brickweg (Clyde), Dorothy Hoehn (Dick) and Joyce Goecke (her husband Ken survives). She is survived by a sister, Betty Lou Stechschulte (John).  Also preceding her are a brother-in-law, Eugene Deters (Doris) and a sister-in-law, Sue Klima. Sue's husband, Tom, survives.  A sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Wanamaker Schmenk, (John, Don) also survives.

She also enjoyed loving relationships with her numerous nieces and nephews.

Patty delighted in her six children and was an affectionate, playful, and devoted mother.  Tim Deters (Jackie) of Ottawa, Deb Shealy (Bill) of Greensboro, NC, Amy Buckland (preceded her in death), Ann Meyer (Tom) of Leipsic, Lisa Todd (Dave) of Findlay and Tom Deters (Allison) of Falls Church, VA.

Patty cherished her 16 grandchildren.  Matt Deters (Jenn Deitz) of Fairfax, VA, Stacy Deters of Lima, Alex Najdecki (Davis) of Pelham, NY, Kas Shealy of Brooklyn, NY, Thomas Shealy of Denver, CO, Brent Buckland (Liz) of Toledo, Kristen Buckland of Colorado Springs, CO, Jeff Meyer (Megan) of Findlay, Brian Meyer (Alex) of Findlay, Craig Meyer (Jennifer) of Sugarland, TX, Haley Todd of Denver, CO, Leah Lin (Tim) of Lebanon, NH, Dan Todd (Caroline) of Newport, KY, Grahame and Paul Deters of Falls Church, VA.  Ben Deters preceded her in death.

She was also proud of her seven great grandchildren.

Patty attended Glandorf schools, enjoying her time as a cheerleader and member of the marching band. While raising her children, she worked for over 30 years as a cook in the Ottawa-Glandorf school system, including OG High School and Ottawa elementary.

She was a lifelong member of St. John the Baptist church in Glandorf where her entire family was baptized, confirmed, and married.

Patty will be remembered as an accomplished seamstress and craft artist.  Her daughters were the recipients of countless pretty dresses and outfits and doll clothes, often all matching. She fired and hand painted many ceramic pieces, which are still displayed in the homes of her children.  She was also an imaginative decorator and collector of antiques.   Her love of Christmas is legendary in the family. Beginning with house-wide decorations, continuing with thoughtful presents for all, fabulous food and fun games - much love went into ensuring a great time was had by all every year.

Patty's skill in the kitchen was unsurpassed and was much appreciated by all who had the luck to partake.

The family would like to thank the Meadows of Leipsic for their beautiful support of Mom during her assisted living stay. And much gratitude is also extended to Bridge Hospice Center at Findlay Blanchard Valley Hospital for her last week's care.

A mass of celebration is scheduled for 10:30 AM, Saturday, March 16th at St. John the Baptist Church, Glandorf.  Arrangements are under the direction of LOVE FUNERAL HOME, Ottawa.

In memory of Patty's generous heart for the poor, please send memorials to Hand in Hand Ministries, 518 N 26th Street, Louisville KY 40212.  Include memo "Patty Deters Belize Mission."

Condolences may be expressed at www.lovefuneralhome.com.

Hand in Hand Ministries
518 N. 26th St., Louisville KY 40212