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1937

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2025

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Patsy Van Dootingh Obituary

Patsy A. Van Dootingh

Jan 23, 1937 - May 5, 2025

Wakeman

Patsy A. (Morey) Van Dootingh, 88, passed away peacefully Monday, May 5, 2025, at Norwalk Memorial Home.

She was born January 23, 1937, in Marietta, Ohio, to Glenn and Evelyn (Few) Morey.

Patsy graduated from Townsend-Wakeman High School in 1955. For 69 years, she was a very active member of Althea Chapter No. 438 Order of Eastern Star, where she held many offices, including treasurer, secretary, Worthy Matron, Grand Representative to Alabama, Deputy Grand Matron, and Chair of the Grand Chapter Heart Committee. She also was a member of the Townsend Fire Belles and a member of Citizens Ambulance Advisory Board for many years.

In her spare time, she enjoyed birdwatching, gardening, supporting Cleveland's sports teams, and attending her children's and grandchildren's sports games. She showed her love through cooking and being present in the lives of her loved ones.

Patsy is survived by her children, George Jr. (Elaine), Greg, Gina, Gary, and Brian (Lori); grandchildren, Ben, Matt, Jordan, and Alexzandria; and great- grandchildren, Tristan and Vivian.

Patsy is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; and her brother, Glenn Morey.

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Toft Funeral Home, Wakeman Chapel, 16 Cooper Street, Wakeman. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Toft Funeral Home, Wakeman Chapel.

Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Citizens Ambulance Services, 14 Railroad Street, Wakeman, OH 44889.

Toft Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Condolences may be shared online at www.toftfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sandusky Register on May 10, 2025.

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