Ethel V. Hildreth (73) of Norwalk, passed Saturday, November 2, 2019 at University Hospital, Cleveland.  She was born August 17, 1946 in Fostoria to the late Effie V. (Stoll) and Paul M. Rupert.  Ethel was an accountant and worked at several industries over the years.  She was a member of the Norwalk First United Methodist Church where she served as financial secretary for around 15 years.  Ethel enjoyed sewing, crafting, reading, an avid Browns, Indians and Buckeye fan and devoted grandmother.

Mrs. Hildreth is survived by her husband: Dale L. Hildreth whom she married September 18, 1982, son: Douglas L. (Dayna) Hildreth of Westerville, granddaughter: Kennedy Hildreth, 3 brothers: Paul (Nancy) Rupert of MI, Charles (Sharon) Rupert of GA, and Alex (Barb) Rupert of PA, and sister: Elma (Charles) Sherman of IN, as well as several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Norwalk First United Methodist Church, 60 West Main Street, Norwalk with Rev. Dr. Brian C. Oglesbee officiating.    Memorial Contributions if desired may be made to Norwalk First United Methodist Church, 60 West Main Street, Norwalk.  Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com.