Catherine Meyers Obituary

Catherine V. Meyers

Mar 21, 1929 - Jan 14, 2026

Sandusky

Catherine Veronica Meyers, 96, was born March 21, 1929, in Venice, Ohio.

She passed away peacefully at home with family Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Catherine was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary (Fitz) Braun; her

husband, Russell; her brothers, Joseph, Bernard, and Gerard; her sister, Sr. Mary Sarah S.N.D.; her sisters-in-law, Lucy, Phyllis and Marilyn; and brother-in-law, Tony Karich.

She is survived by her siblings, Rosemary Karich, Therese (Roger) Herold, and Paul

(Sharon) Braun. She is also survived by her six children, Gregory Havemeyer, Margaret (Norman) Carter, Patricia (Philip) Zitko, Thomas (Farzana (Fran)) Meyers, Anne (David) Samanich, and Teresa (Darrell) Pappa. Catherine is blessed with 13 wonderful grandchildren, Benjamin, Sara, Lucas, Philip, Thomas, Natalie, Christina, Natasha, Nicole, Caroline, Christine, Katherine, Darrell, Claire and Michael. She also has 11 beautiful great-grandchildren, Elias, Josephine, William, Freya, Emery, Leo, Matthew, Clark, Darrell, Heath, and Theodore.

Catherine's life centered around her love for her family and friends and her unwavering devotion to God. Catherine deeply admired Padre Pio and found strength in prayer through the Divine Mercy Chaplet. She often made pilgrimages to the Sorrowful Mother Shrine. She was a role model for many. Her early years were formative, growing up on a dairy farm in a large family. After graduating from Margaretta High School, she was employed as a secretary at Hinde and Dauch. In 1952, she married Russell Meyers, and together they raised their six children in the Sandusky area. She was a devoted mother, wife and a talented homemaker. She later enjoyed working as an auxiliary services clerk in the library at Holy Angels Elementary School. Always willing to learn something new, she took adult classes in computer, painting, German and teacher aide training.

Catherine was a life-long member of Holy Angels Parish. Her many creative talents were shared through her volunteer work, including her participation on the bereavement committee, sewing baptismal and religious garments, and counting the weekly collection.

Throughout her life, Catherine enjoyed many travel adventures. Trips included

Florida, California, the Caribbean, Scotland, Italy, Poland, and Germany. She even rode a mule to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with her family at the age of 72.

Catherine loved word games and had a competitive spirit. She often won at Scrabble

and played Wordle until her very last week. She was a joyful light in her family's lives and will be forever in their hearts.

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Monday, January 19, 2026, at Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, Ohio 44870. A Liturgical Service will begin at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian burial will take placeat 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 428 Tiffin Ave., Sandusky, Ohio 44870. Interment will follow at Venice Cemetery.

Those wishing to contribute to Catherine's memory in lieu of flowers may contribute to any of the following: Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sandusky, Sorrowful Mother Shrine of Bellevue, or Cornerstone Caregiving, Sandusky.

Online condolences can be shared at www.toftfuneralhome.com