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Mary Brostman Obituary
Mary T. Brostman, 94, of Findlay, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025. She was born August 14, 1930, in Fostoria to Valentine Joseph and Josephine (Kwichen) Tinkovicz. Mary was an elementary school teacher for over 25 years at St. Wendelin Catholic School in Fostoria. She is survived by three children, J. Eric Brostman of Findlay, Mark (Karen) Brostman of Kansas City, Missouri, and Lisa Kiser of Deshler. Mary is also survived by four grandchildren, Mark (Kristin) Brostman, Zachery (Merrilee Ewing) Kiser, Benjiman Joseph (Jessica Celestino) Kiser, Holly (Rick Pringle) Kiser; and eight great-grandchildren.
Mary was preceded in death by two brothers, Stan Tinkovicz, and Pete Tinkovicz; and sisters, Jennie Tweed, Adeline Degan, and Micheline Miller. She was a wonderful cook and baker; her favorite food was a good hamburger. Mary also enjoyed reading and working in her garden, but most of all, Mary loved her children and grandchildren.
In accordance with Mary's wishes, no services will take place at this time. Memorial service will be at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, Findlay.
Memorial contribu-tions can be made in memory of Mary to the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.
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Deb Podach
May 14, 2025
I knew Mrs. Boatman from her years teaching at St. Wendelin and going to school with her children Mark and Lisa.
Mary was a very caring and compassionate teacher who really loved all the children. I knew her daughter Lisa and grandson Zach who is friends with our Son. Mary was a very Dear person and will be missed.
Nancy Miller
May 7, 2025
I got to know Mary thru her daughter Lisa. I work with Lisa and became friends. I call Lisa MOMMA KISER. I only met Mary once. I was invited to Christmas dinner with Lisa, Mary and Erik at Hunans Garden. RIP Mary. Fly high with the angels. PRAYERS.
Timothy Hatfield 1
May 7, 2025
I met Mary through her son Eric who was a few years younger than myself. We both attended Fostoria High school in the 70s. After graduation Eric would ride his bike across town to my home and a group of us would watch movies and order pizza. Eric would fall asleep on my couch and he'd wake up around 3 or 4 in the morning stating he'd better get home as his mom would worry. He lived across town and there'd be 6 to 8 inches of snow on the ground. I'd pack his bike up and put it the bed of my truck and drive him home making sure he got into the house safe and sound. Mary always greeted me at the store and thanked me for taking Eric under my wing and making him feel loved,accepted and wanted. So very sorry for your families loss..
Brandon Preble
May 7, 2025
Mrs. Brostman was one of my all time favorite teachers! She will be sadly missed.
Sarah martinez
May 6, 2025
Since coming to the facility Mary was always so greatful and kind. She love her cool coffee I was more of ice coffee gal. But you were so sweet and a loving mom. You will be missed
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