Lois M. Netherland, age 78, passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 18, 2019, at Providence Care Center, Sandusky, following a lengthy illness.

She was born May 3, 1941, in Sandusky, and attended Margaretta Schools. She was a former member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, Sandusky.

She is survived by two daughters Helen Brownson and Ada (Dave) Oglesby; two sons Larry (Michael) Netherland and Robert Netherland; seven grandchildren including granddaughter Meg (Marius) Netherland, who cared for Lois the last years of her life; seven great grandchildren; sister Alice (George) Litvack; brother Ronnie Crapsey; many nieces and nephews and wonderful friends whom she loved dearly.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband Samuel Netherland; parents John and Edna (King) Crapsey; two sons Kenny and Johnny Netherland; sisters Elizabeth, Francis and Rosetta; and brothers John, William, Marvin, and Martin. A celebration of life will be held at on Friday, June 21, 2019, at Ransom Funeral & Cremation Service, Castalia, from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM followed by a 12 noon graveside service at Castalia Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the activities department of Providence Care Center, 2025 Hayes Ave. Sandusky, OH 44870.  Online condolences and gifts of sympathy may be shared with the family by visiting www.ransomfuneralhome.com.