Margaret Eileen Veatch, age 89, of Osgood passed away on June 1, 2020 at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Margaret was born on September 7, 1930 the daughter of the late John and Zella Shuy. She grew up and attended school in central Ohio.
She would meet and marry Dean Veatch on April 13, 1952 in New Castle, Ohio. They would be blessed with 2 daughters Marsha and Denise. She worked at the Coshocton REMC for over 20 years before selling real estate. In the early 1970’s Dean’s work career would see them move to the Osgood community.
Margaret remained at home and raised their children. She became a strong and faithful member of the Osgood United Methodist Church. She was also a 50 year plus member of the Eastern Stars. Margaret was also a member of Tri Kappa. She enjoyed doing needlepoint and playing the piano. Dean and she enjoyed traveling prior to his death.
Margaret is survived by daughter Denise (Jack) Schuerman of Osgood, grandchildren; Josh Bittinger of Indianapolis, Tara (Dustin Castaleo) Schuerman of Connecticut, Matt (Erin) Schuerman of Osgood, and great grandchildren Charlotte, Elijah, Ira and Dean. She was preceded in death by husband Dean, daughter Marsha Bittinger, her parents, and sister Marian Warner.
Graveside funeral services for family and friends, will be held on Thursday June 4, 2020 at 10:00 am. at Greendale Cemetery outside of Osgood. Memorials may be given to the Osgood United Methodist Church in care of Neals Funeral Home. Online condolences can be placed at Nealsfuneralhome.net