Mary P. Holthaus

Mary Phyllis Holthaus (nee Awad), age 70 of Batavia, Ohio passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024 at Mercy Health - Anderson Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio surrounded by love. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 6, 1954 to the late Joseph and Theresa (nee Conte) Awad.

Beloved wife of 50 years and soul mate of Mark Holthaus Sr. Proud mother of Becky (Jason) Schuster and Mark Holthaus, Jr. Treasured sister of Joe (Jenny) Awad, Tina (Doug) McCullough, Tony (the late Debbie) Awad, and Matt (Karen) Awad. Loving Nannie of Luke Schuster. Dearest friend of Anne Crum. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Adored by many friends and family.

Mary was the most caring, loving, nurturing and generous person. She never hesitated to help anyone that needed it. She was a librarian for 22 years at St. Veronica Parish school and truly enjoyed sharing her love of reading with students, especially science fiction and fantasy. Her knowledge of European history was unmatched and she loved sharing this with others. She was an excellent cook, gardener, and educator and enjoyed traveling. Nothing gave her more joy, however, than spending as much time as possible with her family. Mary will be missed deeply. She will forever be our guardian angel.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at St. Veronica Church, 4475 Mt. Carmel-Tobasco Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45244, from 10:00 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven cemetery at a later date.   

Memorials may be directed to St. Veronica Church (saintmarymagdalene.org/st-veronica) or Vietnam Veterans of America (vva10.org/donate).  Moore Family Funeral Homes serving the family.