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Passed away on, May 5, 2026 at the age of 87.
Predeceased by her parents, William and Elvina Batz; and her brother, Kenneth Batz.
She is survived by her husband of 69 years, John "Paddy" Kitzel; daughters, Karen (Joseph) Cropo and Susan (Rafael Ortiz) Kitzel; grandchildren, Joseph (Andrea) Cropo, Jason (Jaclyn) Cropo, and Steven (Melissa) Cropo; great-grandchildren, Harper, Jace, and Chiara; and many loving friends.
Eileen loved her animals and had many cats and dogs. She leaves her 2 dogs Diesel and Jackson. She loved bowling, going to casinos, traveling and country and western concerts. She will be missed by many friends and the gatherings with them.
A service will be held on Saturday May 16, at 1PM at Holy Apostles Church, 7 Austin Street.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Eileen's honor to Verona Animal Shelter.
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