Ardith K. Kares

Ardith K. Kares, 74, of Bremen, passed away at 1:30 am, Friday, June 19, 2015 in Community Hospital of Bremen. Ardith was born on March 19, 1941, the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Kathryn (Bedell) Anderson. On January 19, 1979, she married Richard Kares. She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Richard; three daughters, Melody (James) Kiefer of East Lansing, MI, Sherry (Thomas) Chang of Bremen and Traci (Jay) Stoneburner of Bremen; five grandchildren, Deidre Kiefer, Meredith Kiefer, Chelsey Chang, Libby Chang and Jaymi Stoneburner. She is also survived by her brother, Edward (Pat) Anderson of Bremen. Ardith will be remembered for her love of antiquing, gardening and cooking. Her family will forever treasure the many gatherings at holidays and other times, eating wonderful food, laughing, playing games and having fun. She attended the Bremen Church of the Brethren. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. Visitation will be held from 3:00-7:00 pm, Sunday, June 21, 2015 in Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 St. Rd. 331, Bremen. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, June 22, 2015 in the funeral home with Rev. Charles Krieg officiating. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to be made to the Community Hospital of Bremen.