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Born: April 3, 1923
Died: April 7, 2021
Kathryn Amelia Johnson Heldt
April 3, 1923 - April 7, 2021
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Kathryn Amelia Johnson Heldt, 98, of New Philadelphia, passed away April 7, 2021 in Community Hospice, Truman House at New Philadelphia.
Born April 3, 1923 in Tuscarawas, she was the daughter of the late George Frederick and Nora Pearl (Metzger) Johnson and a graduate of the former Tuscarawas / Warwick High School w…
Kathryn Amelia Johnson Heldt, 98, of New Philadelphia, passed away April 7, 2021 in Community Hospice, Truman House at New Philadelphia.
Born April 3, 1923 in Tuscarawas, she was the daughter of the late George Frederick and Nora Pearl (Metzger) Johnson and a graduate of the former Tuscarawas / Warwick High School where she had perfect attendance from grades 1 through 12, was a cheerleader and also excelled in track. During World War II, Kathryn volunteered as a “Doughnut Dolly” at the Dennison Depot, serving coffee and doughnuts to the troops that were traveling through the area.
Kathryn had worked as the executive secretary for Ernest Nickles, at Nickles Bakery in Navarre and was a lifetime member of the Sharon Moravian Church at Tuscarawas. She served as a member of the church choir for over 50 years and was a longtime member of the Ladies Aid Quilting Circle. Still very athletic, Kathryn loved bowling, volleyball and softball and was still playing volleyball for her church’s team until she was well into her 70’s.
On December 15, 1943, Kathryn married her high school sweetheart, Clarence Philip “Putt” Heldt in Sharon Moravian Church at Tuscarawas and raised four daughters, Kathy, Lisa, Heidi and Jennifer. Together, they celebrated over 68 years of marriage before Putt’s passing on February 18, 2012.
Surviving are her daughters, Kathy (Dennis) Kopp of New Philadelphia, Lisa McCarthy of Key West, Florida, Heidi (Dr. Robert) Briggs of New Philadelphia and Jennifer (Paul) Feickert of New Philadelphia; a brother, Earl Johnson of Dover; a sister Ila Altier of New Philadelphia; her sister-in-law, Patricia Heldt of Wainwright; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and many beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Kathryn was also preceded in death by two infant sisters, Dorothy and Marjorie Johnson; two grandchildren, Joshua and Olivia Feickert; two sisters, Evelyn Klaserner and Eleanor Burmich and three brothers, Harold Metzger, Stanley Johnson and Dale Johnson.
The public is invited to a service celebrating Kathryn’s life which will be held outside in the Sharon Moravian Church Cemetery at Tuscarawas on Monday, April 12, 2021 at 1:30 PM with Rev. Lloyd Gooden officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 11, 2021 from 1 to 4 PM in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home at New Philadelphia. Safety precautions will be taken and the 6-foot rule will be honored and all guests are required to wear a mask to enter the funeral home.
It was Kathryn’s request that memorial contributions be made to Sharon Moravian Church Memorial Fund, 4776 Moravian Church Road SE, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663.
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I was sorry to hear about your mom! It was always nice to visit with her when I was there. It was interesting to listen to her tell about growing up and about the relatives that I had either never knew or had just heard about. She will be greatly missed!
What a wonderful lady! Playing church volleyball with her will always be one of my fondest memories. She was amazing! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. God Bless Sandy and Mike
Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family, during this most difficult time.
Kathy, Heidi, Lisa and Jennifer. My most sincere condolences to you for the passing of your wonderful mother. Such a kind and sweet lady that truly exemplified the meaning of a model citizen. Be comforted by the many, many memories that she leaves with you. God bless you and your families. Hugs and prayers.
Condolences to the family. May your memories sustain you through this difficult time. Prayers to all. Debby (Mehok) Golec
Such a dear sweet lady. So sorry for your loss ???? I remember as a child setting on the cement block wall surrounding their home ?????? I was a friend of Elaines. And a daughter of Philip and Ester (Eckhardt) Meese.
Dear Kathy and family, So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom. I always remember her and your Dad singing in the Choir at Sharon Moravian. Prayers and love to you all. ???
I am so sorry for your loss! You have my deepest sympathy and prayers ?
Kathy, Lisa, Heidi, and Jennifer. So sorry for your loss. Your mother was not only a patriarch of the family but also the Sharon Moravian Church as well. She will be greatly missed.
Heidi and Family You and your family have our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She was always such a sweet lady. I’m sure she is happy to be with your dad again. Our thoughts and prayers are with all Of you. See you soon. Ralph and Diane.
So sorry to hear of Kathryn passing.. what a wonderful life of 98 years! Prayers to all the family
Lisa so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. 98 years, what a full life she had. Prayers for you and the family during this time. Bob and Darlene (Love) Wood
Love, hugs and prayers to all of the family. Kathryn was a dear, sweet, athletic powerhouse. I will cherish the memories of all the volleyball and softball games we played together. Rest In Peace, Kathryn! Xoxo??
My deepest sympathy to you all. Such a nice lady.
She was a wonderful lady. We will miss her.
Deepest sympathy to Kathryn's family.
Heidi and family We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with your family. Shirley Davis Wanda and Joe Krocker and family Tina and Dan DeVecka and family Brody and Jennifer Davis and family Breanna and Colin Issa
Service Information
Visitation Information
Date: Sunday, April 11, 2021
Time: 1:00 pm
End Time: 4:00 pm
Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
Address:
116 Second Street NE, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, 44663Safety precautions will be taken and the 6-foot rule will be honored and all guests are required to wear a mask to enter the funeral home.
Service Information
Date: Monday, April 12, 2021
Time: 1:30 pm
Sharon Moravian Church Cemetery
Address:
4776 Moravian Church Road SE
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
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Donation Information
Sharon Moravian Church
It was Kathryn’s request that memorial contributions be made to Sharon Moravian Church Memorial Fund.
Phone: 740-922-5507
4776 Moravian Church Rd. SE
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
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Condolences for Kathryn Amelia Johnson Heldt
On behalf of the Geib Family and Staff, we offer our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We are honored to have been called upon to serve your family.
I was sorry to hear about your mom! It was always nice to visit with her when I was there. It was interesting to listen to her tell about growing up and about the relatives that I had either never knew or had just heard about. She will be greatly missed!
What a wonderful lady! Playing church volleyball with her will always be one of my fondest memories. She was amazing! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. God Bless Sandy and Mike
Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family, during this most difficult time.
Kathy, Heidi, Lisa and Jennifer. My most sincere condolences to you for the passing of your wonderful mother. Such a kind and sweet lady that truly exemplified the meaning of a model citizen. Be comforted by the many, many memories that she leaves with you. God bless you and your families. Hugs and prayers.
Condolences to the family. May your memories sustain you through this difficult time. Prayers to all. Debby (Mehok) Golec
Such a dear sweet lady. So sorry for your loss ???? I remember as a child setting on the cement block wall surrounding their home ?????? I was a friend of Elaines. And a daughter of Philip and Ester (Eckhardt) Meese.
Dear Kathy and family, So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom. I always remember her and your Dad singing in the Choir at Sharon Moravian. Prayers and love to you all. ???
I am so sorry for your loss! You have my deepest sympathy and prayers ?
Kathy, Lisa, Heidi, and Jennifer. So sorry for your loss. Your mother was not only a patriarch of the family but also the Sharon Moravian Church as well. She will be greatly missed.
Heidi and Family You and your family have our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She was always such a sweet lady. I’m sure she is happy to be with your dad again. Our thoughts and prayers are with all Of you. See you soon. Ralph and Diane.
So sorry to hear of Kathryn passing.. what a wonderful life of 98 years! Prayers to all the family
Lisa so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. 98 years, what a full life she had. Prayers for you and the family during this time. Bob and Darlene (Love) Wood
Love, hugs and prayers to all of the family. Kathryn was a dear, sweet, athletic powerhouse. I will cherish the memories of all the volleyball and softball games we played together. Rest In Peace, Kathryn! Xoxo??
My deepest sympathy to you all. Such a nice lady.
She was a wonderful lady. We will miss her.
Deepest sympathy to Kathryn's family.
Heidi and family We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with your family. Shirley Davis Wanda and Joe Krocker and family Tina and Dan DeVecka and family Brody and Jennifer Davis and family Breanna and Colin Issa
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