🌱 Owen community remembers the life of 91-year-old Leotta Schroeder
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- Owen community remembers the life of 91-year-old Leotta Schroeder
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📰 News we're reading
• Obituary for Leotta Schroeder (onfocus.news) — Owen residents are mourning the passing of 91-year-old Leotta S. Schroeder, who died Sunday, August 2 at Clark County Rehab. A private family memorial will be held later. Remembered for her love of crocheting, knitting, bird watching, and her devotion to the Marshfield Church of Christ, she is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. 
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🗞 Nearby News
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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