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Kathleen "Kathe" M. Henley

Kathleen "Kathe" M. Henley, age 69, residing in Sandusky, passed away at her home on April 12, 2023 following a courageous battle with cancer with her husband by her side. Many hearts were broken with the loss of an exceptional wife, mom, nana, aunt and friend.

Kathe was born in Norwalk, OH on September 29, 1953 to Anthony and Marie (Zakan) Aiello.

She graduated from Norwalk High School in 1971. Following graduation, Kathe worked for Columbia Gas as an Operations Clerk for 23 years. She volunteered at the Victory Kitchen for 10 years where she impacted many lives. Kathe enjoyed gardening, crafts and spending time with her family, friends and most especially, with her treasured grandchildren.

Kathe is survived by her husband of 26 years, Tom R. Henley, whom she married on October 28, 1996. She is also survived by her son, Zach (Catherina) Richards of Raleigh, NC; daughter, Marie (Kyle) Rohl of Winston-Salem, NC; grandchildren, Zane and Ethan Richards and Henley Rohl; brother, John Aiello of Sandusky; along with her in-laws, nieces, nephews, several close cousins, friends and her extended family at the Victory Kitchen.

Kathe was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Marie (Zakan) Aiello, and her sister, Toni Lee Brutsche.

A gathering with family and friends will be 1pm Sunday, April 16, 2023, until a Celebration of Kathe's Life at 3pm lead by Pastor Luke Walters at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky.

Those wishing to contribute to Kathe's memory may do so to Victory Kitchen, 1613 Hayes Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com