Barbara Ann Krites Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Barbara A. Krites, 91, of Buckland, OH, died 3:45 a.m., Sat. March 13, 2021, at the Wapakoneta Manor. She was born June 5, 1929, in Auglaize Co. the daughter of Clifford Eugene & Millie Mildred (Place) Wilges, who preceded her in death. On June 24, 1950, she married Herman L. Krites, and he died July 14, 2010. Survivors include, 2 sons, Terry A. Krites, St. Marys, OH, Barry L. (Cathy) Krites, Wapakoneta, 15 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, 22 great great grandchildren, a sister, Sharon Wilges, Buckland, 4 sisters-in-law, Lois Wilges, Mary Lou Krites, Martha Brentlinger, Pauline Krites, several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, and great great great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Joyce Krites; a grandson, Barry L. Krites, Jr.; a sister, Miriam “Mim” Haberman; and 2 brothers, Dale Wilges and Darrell “Slim” Wilges. A homemaker, Barbara had previously worked for Turner Toy Co., Wapakoneta. She was a member of the Buckland United Church of Christ and a 1947 graduate of Buckland High School. She enjoyed working on crossword puzzles. Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wed. March 17, 2021, in the Buckland Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Tues. at the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, 1102 Lincoln Ave., Wapakoneta. Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter. Condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com. In keeping with current health guidelines, masks and social distancing are required.

Barbara Ann Krites

June 24, 1929 - March 13, 2021