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Jay G. Kitzmiller February 10, 1952 - March 10, 2021

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Jay G. Kitzmiller, age 69

of Lakeview, formerly of New Bremen, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at 10:18 A.M. at the Lima Memorial Health System, in Lima, Ohio, after a seven month struggle with illness. He was born on February 10, 1952 in Celina, Ohio, the son of the late Elmer J. and Marie M. (Burmeister) Kitzmiller. On August 5, 1995 he married Nora Blevins who survives in Lakeview. Also surviving are his step-children Sarah (Kenny) Hollon of Carlisle, Ohio, and Al (Allison Ramos) Pearson of Chicago, Illinois, his step-grandchildren Kaleb Hollon and Adelaide Pearson. Also left to cherish his memory are his siblings: Michael (Marjorie) Kitzmiller of Ft. Loramie, James (Jeanie) Kitzmiller, Jon (Janice) Kitzmiller, Mark (Peggy) Kitzmiller, all of New Bremen, Kerry Kitzmiller of Jackson Center, Jayne (Clark Rodeheffer) Kitzmiller of New Knoxville, his in-laws: Andy (Brenda) Blevins of Marion, Ohio, Mike (Ruth) Blevins of Mineral Bluff, GA, Jeri (George) Brown of Muncy, PA, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with his parents, Jay was preceded in death by a nephew, and his stepfather and mother in-law Bob (Sannie) Butterman.

Jay was a 1972 graduate of New Bremen High School, where he was proud to be part of New Bremen’s first football team. After graduation he became an assistant coach for the football team and held that position for many years. Jay retired from Crown Equipment Corp. of New Bremen in 2012 after 38 years of service as a welder. He loved woodworking, and spent many hours crafting children’s pull toys and outdoor whirlygigs, and enjoyed spending time with Nora at area craft shows in the fall. He had a passion for fishing, and he looked forward to the spring fishing trips with his brothers. He was a fan of the Chicago Bears, OSU Buckeyes, and Dale Earnhardt, Sr. In recent years he and Nora had moved to live on Indian Lake and he became a member of the Indian Lake Moose Lodge #1533.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2021 beginning at 1:00 P.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Bryan Trego officiating. Interment will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling hours will be held prior to the services at the funeral home from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. on Saturday. To honor Jay’s life as a simple person, please dress casually for the services. The family respectfully requests that memorial contributions be directed to the funeral home. Online condolences to the family can be left on the funeral home website at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2021 beginning at 1:00 P.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Bryan Trego officiating. Interment will follow in the Willow Grove Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling hours will be held prior to the services at the funeral home from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. on Saturday. To honor Jay’s life as a simple person, please dress casually for the services. The family respectfully requests that memorial contributions be directed to the funeral home.

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    Sue Gibboney says
    March 11, 2021 at 2:45 pm

    Wishing Jay’s family my deepest sympathy. Jay was always fun to be around and had a very kind heart. As one of his classmates, the class of 1972 would not have been the same without him. God’s grace and blessings to all.

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      Barbara Rupert Thompson says
      March 12, 2021 at 8:26 pm

      To all the Kitzmillers, my deepest sympathy to all of you. May the Lord give you comfort and peace at this time.

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    Wanda and Dick Stewart says
    March 11, 2021 at 4:22 pm

    We are sorry to hear about Jay but hope he has found the peace of no more sickness and will rest in Heaven. He fought a tough fight and Nora you were a wonderful caretaker. Rest in Heaven Jay.

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    Mike-Ruth Blevins says
    March 11, 2021 at 5:00 pm

    We were so sorry to hear of Jays passing. Know he is in Peace now. With sincere condolences.

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    Keri koepke says
    March 11, 2021 at 6:27 pm

    Sorry to hear about Jays passing , but also knowing he is at peace with our Lord and totally healed now !! Love to you Nora !

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    Jan & Kathy Luelleman says
    March 11, 2021 at 9:22 pm

    Sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with all his family. Jan & Kathy Luelleman

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    Sylvia & Gary Katterheinrich says
    March 12, 2021 at 5:10 am

    Jay is now in his heavenly home free of pain, but left a void on planet earth for you, Nora, and all family members and friends. He will be missed, but thank God for fond memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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    Roger and Cheryl Barlage says
    March 12, 2021 at 8:27 am

    Sending our sympathy and prayers to your family.

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    Phyllis Fraga says
    March 12, 2021 at 6:12 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Nora. I hope you remember me from all the days you took care of my hair in New Knoxville.

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    Shauna (universal home health ) says
    March 14, 2021 at 8:43 pm

    So very sorry about Jay’s passing. I enjoyed getting to know him over the last couple of months. He was quiet, but I saw his sense of humor each time I visited.

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