Kathryn Louise LaRoche, 1940-2022
Kathryn Louise LaRoche, age 82, of Ada, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at 11:10 a.m at Vancrest of Ada, surrounded by her family.
She was born on January 12, 1940, in Dola, Ohio to the late Lawrence E. and Helen E. (Dirmeyer) LaRoche.
Kathryn is survived by her four children: Brenda (Bernie) Mackey, Linda Simon, and Cindy (Greg) Copley all of Ada, and Doug (Mary Ann) Ries; eight grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild; and a sister, Eleanor Humphrey of Arlington.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Larry LaRoche.
Kathryn worked as a private duty companion nurse and previously worked in nursing homes. She was a member of the Community Bible Church, Arlington.
A private service will be held at a later date in Dola Cemetery with Pastor Lynn Passet officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Community Bible Church, Arlington.
Stories Posted This Week
Friday, August 28, 2026
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- Bluffton Icon headlines, Aug. 22-25
- Rister leads Bulldog golfers to sweep of home quad
- Sue Corle worked for Ohio Northern University
- HSWC Conservation Contest for ages 8-19
- Napoleon Rd. closure on Aug. 27-28
- Hardin Co. Citizens Sheriff's Academy now accepting applications
- Bulldog boys soccer shut out Rangers
- Bulldog girls soccer win vs. Crestview
- Winners announced for Hot Wings Challenge
- Bruce Chesser: A Ceramic Retrospective, Aug. 24-Sept. 26
