Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Mary Kennard
Mary "Kathy" Kennard, 66, of Findlay, died at 7:35 p.m., Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay.
She was born on January 3, 1959, in Celina to the late John and Rita (Mersman) Gibbons. She married the love of her life Dan Kennard in 1979, and he survives.
Kathy is also survived by her brother, John (Pam) Gibbons of CA; sisters: Susan (Jim-deceased) Buschur of GA and Bev (Mark) Kuenning of Celina.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Kim (Cindy) Gibbons.
Kathy was a licensed Optician and was employed by Ottawa Eye Care for over 30 years. She worked for a few optometrist groups for a total of 40+ years. Kathy had a magnetic, classy, and joyful personality. She was loved by all. She loved to play golf, workout, and was a professional shopper.
Kathy loved her God, family, friends, and her pet dogs Ellie & Piper. Kathy was a member of the College First Church of God.
She will be sorely missed.
There will be a Celebration of Life Service when the weather warms and is sunny, commemorating her lifestyle.
Visitation will be at the COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay with services at College First Church of God, with Pastor Kimberly Reese officiating. Official dates and times will be announced at a later date.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.
