Carl Kimmel
Carl W. Kimmel, 95, Rockford, died September 17, 2010, at 4:07 a.m. at Gardens at Celina, Celina, Ohio. He was born June 1, 1915 to Ferdellus “Joe” and Mina (Lampy) Kimmel. On December 31, 1942, he married Eleanor Freck, who preceded him in death on August 3, 1986.
Surviving are his children: Catherine (Arthur) Mirtes, Huron, Ohio, and Gary (Sharon) Kimmel, Celina; sister: Mary Krugh, Mendon; four grandchildren: Adam (Cheri) Kimmel, Van Wert, Jennifer (J.D.) Smith, Van Wert, William (Tricia) Mirtes, Farmington Hills, Michigan, and Benjamin (Alicia Grote) Mirtes, Los Angeles, California; two step-grandchildren: Mitch Hensly, Montezuma, Ohio, and Shawn (Krista) Hensly, Sidney, Ohio; three great-grandchildren, and two step-great-grandchildren.
Deceased are two brothers: Kenneth and Edwin Kimmel; sister: Evelyn MacKay; and granddaughter: Amy Mirtes.
He was a 1933 graduate of Rockford High School and was a dairy farmer all of his life. He was a member of the former Rockford Presbyterian Church and served as deacon and elder there. He was also a member of Rockford Masonic Lodge since 1941.
Funeral Services will be on Monday September 20, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home, Rockford, with Rev. Bob Sweeney officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Rockford. Viewing is Monday September 20 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home, Rockford.
Memorials may be directed to Donor’s Choice.
Carl was a very good friend to me and I enjoyed talking with him and going out to supper together.
My deepest sympathy go to Catherine and Gary and family.
Gary and Sharon,
You have my sympathy on the death of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary and Sharon,
Sorry to here of your loss of your father. We will keep you, and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Donna
To Gary and Sharon Kimmel and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.
Jack and Deb Pontius
Sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
Gary and Sharon,
So sorry..You have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thinking of the family of Carl Kimmel with sincere sympathy.
I will always have fond memories of Uncle Carl and Aunt Eleanor.Growing up, it was always great to visit with them,and my cousins on the farm.Uncle Carl was always a good natured person and I will always remember him fondly.Cathy and Gary you are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.
Dear Gary and Family,
We extend our deepest sympathies upon the passing of your loved one, Carl.
We apologize for not being able to attend the services because of prior medical appointment.
You have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Barbara Blackmore