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Doris K. Lunz August 2, 1924 - March 28, 2023

Date of Funeral

April 1, 2023
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DORIS K. LUNZ, age 98,

Formerly of New Bremen, died on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 3:00 A.M. at The Gardens of Celina where she had been a resident for the last several years. She was born on August 2, 1924 near Jackson Center, the daughter of the late Henry C. and Margaret P. (Rickert) Christler. On December 10, 1942, she married Delbert E. Lunz and he died on June 10, 2002. Surviving are her children Susan Koenig of New Bremen and Rick Lunz of Celina, her grandchildren Andy (Lisa) Koenig of Rossford, Ohio, and Amber (Brian) Tontrup of Piqua, her four great-grandchildren: Ellie Koenig, Grace Koenig, Aiden Teeters, and Grayson Tontrup, a sister in-law Rosemary Christler of Wapakoneta, and numerous nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, Doris was preceded in death by her siblings: Ruth (Daniel) Gross, Evelyn (Robert) Waterman, Roger “Bud” Christler, Shirley (Jimmie) Schnell, Carol (James) Knoch.

Doris was a graduate of Jackson Center High School and went on to further her education, graduating from the beauty school in Lima. She had owned and operated the former Doris’ Beauty Shop in New Bremen for more than 40 years before retiring in 1990. She had been a member of Faith Alliance Church in New Bremen.

Private family funeral services will be held at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Rev. Becky Erb Strang officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Memorial contributions in memory of Doris can be made to EverHeart Hospice (1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331). Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen is assisting the family, and online condolences and memories can be shared on the funeral home website at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

Private family funeral services will be held at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Rev. Becky Erb Strang officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Memorial contributions in memory of Doris can be made to EverHeart Hospice (1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331).

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    Janice Smith says
    March 30, 2023 at 9:59 am

    Sue – I am very sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Deepest sympathy,
    Janice Smith

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    Dean & Kate Hartwig says
    March 30, 2023 at 10:40 am

    Sue, we are so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. So many great memories of her and the salon. Our condolences to your family and all who knew and loved her!

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    Roger and Cheryl Barlage says
    March 30, 2023 at 11:36 am

    So sorry for your loss- sending prayers and hugs.

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    Andreanna says
    March 30, 2023 at 1:44 pm

    Andy , our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Your grandmother seemed like a lovely woman.

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    Lisa Thobe says
    March 30, 2023 at 2:16 pm

    Sue so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Wow what a long and full life. What a Blessing. Prayers for peace and comfort for all of you. Hold tight to all the memories that make you smile.

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    Kendra Knapke says
    March 30, 2023 at 3:07 pm

    Susan & Rick, I have many good memories of being at your house. Your Mom taught me skin care years ago & I still use those techniques today. Your Mom & Dad were good people & it’s good to know she is reunited with Esther and all her family. Sending my love & prayers.

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    Alice Hartwig says
    March 30, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    Sue and Rick my most sincere sympathy to you.

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    alice baeumel King says
    April 11, 2023 at 5:04 pm

    Rick and Susan, I just found out about Doris. My sympathy to you and your families. My mom and dad and Doris and Delbert had many good times together.

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