Bertha J. Kochis Seigfreid, 76, of Willard, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Willows of Willard. She was born to the late Emile and Dovie Deruy on February 20, 1939 in Highland Park, Michigan. Bertha moved to Greenwich in 1946 and graduated from North Fairfield High School in 1957. Bertha worked at Willard United Bank, National Trailer Convoy Terminal Agent, Firelands Nursing Home and the Senior Enrichment Services for 2 years. She also volunteered at the Celeryville Christian School and the Willows of Willard. She was a member of the Willard Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and taught Sunday school and preschool for many years. She was also a former member of Business and Professional Women of New London where she served as a past secretary and president. Bertha will be sadly missed by her loving children, Tammy (Stephen) Steinbauer of Clyde, Donna (Jack) Kousma of Willard, Gina (Brian) Mull of Willard, Raymond (Stephanie) Kochis of North Carolina and Brad (Melissa) Kochis of Hilliard; stepchildren, Dale Seigfreid, Kelly Davids and Angie Tucker; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Bertha was preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Kochis; second husband, Leroy Seigfreid and her brother, Robert Deruy. Her family will greet friends from 5-7 pm Sunday, July 19, 2015 at the Christian Alliance Church, 1609 Conwell Avenue, Willard, Ohio 44890 where a service will be held Monday 11 am with Pastor Brad Kochis officiating. Burial will immediately follow in Greenwich Greenlawn Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions can be given to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, Ohio 44870, Great Commission Fund, 8595 Explorer Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80920 or the Christian Alliance Church.

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