Ann Marie McDowell, 65, died on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, at her residence in McGuffey, Ohio.

She was born on Feb. 21, 1955, in Greenville, South Carolina, to Eugene and Evelyn (Ready) Kalutz. Her father preceded her in death and her mother survives in Camden, South Carolina. On July 4, 1973, Ann married Paul McDowell and he survives in McGuffey, Ohio.

Ann was a homemaker. She was a graduate of Eau Claire High School in Columbia, South Carolina class of 1971. She received her associate's degree from Rhodes State in Human Services.  Ann was a member of the Central Church of Christ in Findlay.  She loved to cook and travel, especially to the beach. Ann never met a stranger, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. 

Also surviving is her daughter, Sandra (Jeremy) Johnston of McGuffey; two grandchildren: Brianna Cotten and Tanner McDowell; and a brother, Dr. Theodore (Karen) Kalutz of Camden, South Carolina.  

It was Ann’s wish to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Central Church of Christ, Findlay with Jacob Huber officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, Attn: Findlay-Lima Office, 480 W. Dussel Dr., Suite 150, Maumee, Ohio 43537.