Deborah "Kathi" Schlotterer, 71, of Norwalk, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Stein Hospice Care Center following a lengthy illness surrounded by her loving family.

Kathi was born on August 11, 1951, in San Angelo, Texas to Alden and Anna (Escue) Kosel. When Kathi was young, the family moved to Ohio. She graduated from Norwalk High School in 1969. Kathi was a dedicated employee for Phil Leak Company, where she served as a secretary for 20 years. Kathi was a member of Norwalk First Baptist Church. In her younger years, Kathi enjoyed playing in the Norwalk volleyball league. Kathi was a Beatles fanatic and attended numerous concerts and conventions. Her greatest joy of all was her family. She took great pride in hosting family gatherings, especially the 4th of July and Halloween. Kathi also loved attending the events of her grandchildren.

Kathi is survived by her parents, Alden and Anna (Escue) Kosel of Norwalk; children, Wendy (Jim) Gregory, Misty (Derek) Dupont, and Heather Lucal, all of Norwalk; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren, and lifelong friends, Sharon Laux and Shirleen McQuerrey.

Kathi was preceded in death by her infant son, Scotty Joseph Schlotterer and sister, Vickie Swabley.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023, from 11 am until the time of Celebration of Life at 12 pm at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W. Main Street, Norwalk, OH 44857.

Memorial Contributions can be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870 or to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared online at www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com.

Stein Hospice
1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky OH 44870
Tel: 1-800-625-5269
Web: http://www.steinhospice.org

American Cancer Society - Cleveland Office
10501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland OH 44106