Kathleen A. Gerken Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Kathleen A. Gerken of Napoleon, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Kathleen left this world on January 5, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Damman and Frieda Damman (Bostelman); and her siblings, Franklin, Henry, Victor, Walter, Arnold, John Damman, Luella Beck and Pauline Gerken.
She is survived by: her husband Kenneth Gerken; her children, Michael Gerken (Jennifer), Julie Miller (James) and Valerie Beard (Jarrod); her grandchildren, Ashley Ward (Matthew), Cody Gerken, Daniel Gerken (Claire), Bryce Baden (Elizabeth) and Blake Baden (Ann); and her great grandchildren, Kayson and Meadow Baden.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial contributions may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or Elara Caring Hospice.
