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Theresa Frances (Lauer) Barnswell

Theresa Frances (Lauer) Barnswell, 88, residing in Sandusky, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Admiral's Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Theresa was born on March 30, 1931 in Dayton, OH to the late Lawrence and Olive (Cusino) Lauer.

Theresa was a member of St. Stephens United Church of Christ. She was a skilled baker, and enjoyed taking care of her cats and playing bingo. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Theresa is survived by her husband, Gerald Barnswell Sr., whom she married on July 3, 1950. She is also survived by her daughters, Diane Rohrbacher and Suzanne (William) McKillips both of Sandusky; sons, Kenneth (Pamela) Barnswell of Toledo and Gerald (Debbie) Barnswell Jr. of TN; grandchildren, Jerry, Sam, Amy, Kenny, Andy, Kris, Brianne, Theresa, Duane Jr., Jenna and Corey; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren, sister, Mary Lou Lester of Toledo and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to her parents, Theresa is preceded in death by her brother, Larry Lauer and son-in-law, Duane Rohrbacher Sr.

Private family services will be held. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Burial will be held in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron.

Those wishing to contribute to Theresa's memory may do so to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior St., Sandusky, OH 44870.

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