Kathryn "Kay" Baltzer

Kathryn (Kay) Baltzer, age 77, passed away very peacefully on March 17, 2025 at home in Powell, Ohio. Born May 23, 1947 to Edwin and Ruth Torrence in Beaver, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 39 years, Bob, her parents, and her sister Nell. She is survived by her sister Sue; sons Dan “Stu” (Stacie) Leeper, Tim (Polly) and Dan (Keren) Baltzer; grandchildren Carrie and Danny Leeper and Clayton (Rachel), Philip, Matthew (Madie), Anna, Micah, Basel, Milo, and Ella Baltzer; great-grandchildren Josiah and Nathaniel; many family and lifelong friends; and very special nieces and nephews, especially Debie, who introduced her to Bob and helped care for her during the last year.

Kay was a proud alumnus of Penn State University with a degree in nursing. Her professional life included nursing, home health, and leadership positions with several health care organizations. She had a strong work ethic and was recognized by her team with a “Pound the Rock” award, a nod to her love of football.

She truly adored her husband Bob, loved her entire family, and was very proud of the accomplishments of her grandchildren. A compassionate lover of animals, Kay rescued many dogs over the years, as well as her cat Chloe. She enjoyed walking the beach, watching NFL games, shopping with friends, and trips to Disney. She and Bob spent many of their retirement years enjoying dear friends in the Timber Greens community of New Port Richey.

The family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to Hospice of Central Ohio and Story Point Powell North for the excellent care and compassion provided to Kay and her family during her final weeks and days.

A celebration of life will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, Powell, on Saturday May 10th at 10am.