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Marilou Wuebbenhorst March 11, 1934 - January 28, 2021

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A bright light was extinguished on earth, January 28, 2021, when Mary Louise F. ‘Marilou’ (Richey) Wuebbenhorst of Wapakoneta gained her wings and is now rejoicing with God. Born in Dayton, OH, on March 11, 1934 to Horace V. & Frieda M. (Feller) Richey, both deceased. She married the love of her life, Carl E. Wuebbenhorst on June 7, 1952, who passed away on October 28, 2004. They celebrated their marriage together for 52 years.

She is survived by her children: Carl Jr. ‘Junior’ (Penny Metz) Wuebbenhorst, Kathi Overley, Cynthia ‘Cindy’ Tester, Carla Wuebbenhorst and Alan Wuebbenhorst, all of Wapakoneta, OH. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren (their spouses/significant others) and 23 Great Grandchildren. One Great Grandchild proceeds her in death.

She is also survived by her sisters and brothers: Horace ‘Bud’ (Sharon) Richey of Lakeland, FL; Janice (Russ) Reynolds of Lima, OH; Christine (Ned – DOD 2011) Glass of St. Marys, OH; Herbert ‘Herb’ (Jeanette) Richey of St. Marys, OH and Frank (Beverly) Richey of Troy, OH, and many nieces and nephews.

Proceeding her in death are her brothers Carl Richey (2001), Andrew Richey (1947), and Thomas Richey (1949), and her step-mother Helene (Wuebbenhorst) Richey (2005).

Marilou was a 1952 graduate of New Bremen High School. She worked at St. Mary’s Decorating as an Interior Decorator, and a bookkeeper for Wuebbenhorst Decorating. In 1974, Marilou, with her husband and children, built and continue to operate Glacier Hill Lakes Campground near Wapakoneta, OH, where she worked as the accountant/bookkeeper for almost 47 years. She enjoyed having lunch with her two sisters, every week for the past 25+ years.

The family would like to hold public services, but due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, visitation and funeral services will be strictly held to family only. The services will also be live streamed on the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home YouTube channel. She will be laid to rest along side her loving husband in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen, OH. Any memorial contributions can be made to the St. Johns Fire and Rescue (P.O. Box 194, St. Johns, Ohio 45884) and/or to Children’s Hometown Holiday (1100 W. Auglaize Street, Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895 or www.chhwapak.com). Condolences to the family can be left online at www.gilberghartwigfh.com

The family would like to hold public services, but due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, visitation and funeral services will be strictly held to family only. The services will also be live streamed on the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home YouTube channel. She will be laid to rest along side her loving husband at German Protestant Cemetery in New Bremen, OH. Any memorial contributions can be made to the St. Johns Fire and Rescue (P.O. Box 194, St. Johns, Ohio 45884) and/or to Children’s Hometown Holiday (www.chhwapak.com).

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    Jody Ritter says

    To the Wuebbenhorst family:

    Our deepest condolences to all of you. I remember your mother very well. A beautiful, hardworking lady. Although I have not seen her for years I can see from Facebook her grace and style continued with her throughout the years. May she rest in peace and join your Father and together they can paint the heavens above. My mother would like me to pass along her condolences as well. Hugs to all.

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    Freda Waterman says

    To my beloved Aunt Lou.

    My life has been blessed for having had you to love. Forever in my heart you will always be.

    In spirit I’m sending my love with my arms wrapped around you: Carl Jr (Carlie), Kathi Sue, Cindy, Carla and Alan; Uncle Bud, Aunt Janice, Aunt Chris, Uncle Herb, Uncle Frank and cousins.

    Hoping to find peace in the days to come.

    So precious you are Aunt Lou. I’m going to miss you……

    Freda

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    Carrie says

    Carla and family. Keith and I send our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your Mom is at rest. She loved you all dearly. Hugs to you all. Carrie and Keith Manbeck

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    Tim & Deb Cotterman says

    Matt and Family: Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your grandmother. You and your family are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers.

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    Beth (Anthony) Alvey says

    We am very sorry for your loss. Your mom was always so kind to us “strays” in the neighborhood. She smiled and fed us and kept us in line. Please know we are thinking of you during this truly difficult time. God Bless.

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