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Celestine Derringer Obituary

Celestine Marie (Skudneski) Derringer, 95, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at Sugar Creek Nursing Home in Worthington with her daughter by her side. She was born Sept. 16, 1926, and resided in Creighton most of her life. Cel spent her life loving and caring for her handicapped son, Johnny. Besides Johnny, she is also survived by her son, Al (Toni) Derringer; and her daughter, Carol (Sis) Paul Barr; four loving grandchildren; seven wonderful great-grandchildren; and sister, Delores Choltko. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Derringer; and brother, Alex Skudneski. According to Cel's wishes, there will be no public viewing and a private burial will be at a later time. Professional Services by THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., BLAWNOX. www.thomasmsmithfh.com.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Oct. 26, 2021.

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Terri (Tartn) Minter

December 27, 2021

I am so very sorry to hear this...Celestine was a very loving friend to me for many years and will be missed sorely! I will never forget her kind & gentle friendship she shared with me..Thoughts & Prayers are with her family!

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Donna Scholl

October 27, 2021

May God's peace surround you at this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you spend family time with memories. Keeping loved one in our hearts help to get us through these times. May you be blessed.

Miss Donna

Greg Kovalchick

October 26, 2021

Al and Toni, You have my sincere sympathy on the passing of your Mom. May all your great family memories keep you at peace at this time.

Kevin and Debbie Gourley

October 26, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family .

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