Hildegard Hantzmann

Hildegard (Otto) Hantzmann, age 91, of Willowick, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Hildegard was born on September 21, 1929 in Lerbach, Germany. She was the youngest of five children of the late Hubert and Anna (nee Koch) Otto.

Hildegard cared for her friends and family throughout her life in a special, motherly way. She was devoted to her children, husband and those close to her and will forever be remembered for being a hardworking, independent, loving and caring grandmother. Hildegard beamed with pride for her grandchildren often sharing their noted accomplishments with anyone she talked with and could always be found on the sidelines cheering them on. She was also thankful to enjoy quality time with her great-grandchildren who absolutely adored her.

Hildegard is survived by her brother, Helmuth Otto; sister, Elfriede Seibt; daughters, Iris (Dennis) Giannini, Kim (Michael) Marhefka; five grandchildren, Tara Giannini, Ryan (Stephanie) Giannini, Adam Giannini, Adrian (AJ) Piazza, and Logan (Antonella) Marhefka; two great-grandchildren, Cooper and Callie Piazza; and will be sadly missed by her extended family and close friends of the family.

She was preceded in death by her husband Otto Hantzmann; parents; sisters, Anneliese Bertram and Margarete Koch; and great-grandchild Forrest Giannini.

In lieu of a formal service or flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude in her memory as Hildegard always had a special place in her heart for children and wanting to help those in need. Donations can be made by clicking here.