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Ruth Marzilli Obituary
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94 of Canal Fulton died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015. She was born Wednesday, March 16, 1921 in Canal Fulton to the late George and Anna (Paulus) Gill and was a graduate of Canal Fulton High School in 1939. She worked at the Hoover Company during World War II, Ries Meats and Lay Bros. Ruth was a member of SS Philip and James Catholic Church for 80 years, a member of the SS Philip and James Altar and Rosary Society, where she held numerous board positions throughout her membership. Ruth also was a member of Canal Fulton VFW Auxiliary #9795, member of the 4 O'clock Card Club, Volunteer at Massillon Community Hospital and was a Board of Elections Worker. She married Andrew L. Marzilli, February 18, 1943 at SS Philip & James by Rev. Father Maurer. Andrew died October 14, 2008, they had been married for 65 years. She loved baking, sewing, gardening, playing cards, Scrabble, taking care of and having fun and Sunday dinners with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Andrew in October, 2015; brothers, Raymond (Sally) Gill; Robert "Bob" (Helen) Gill and sister Hazel (Delmar) Culp. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy (Kenneth) Null, of Canal Fulton, Ann (Ernest) Mertens of Bath and Mary Jane (Timothy) Fahrney of North Canton; Grandchildren, Steven (Carrie) Null, Traci (Michael) Zeigler and Christopher (Laura) Fahrney; great-grandchildren, Jack Null, Isabella Zeigler, Eve Null, Caroline Fahrney, Anna Grace Fahrney. The Family would like to thank the Sisters of Congregation of the Divine Spirit, nurses and staff of The House of Loreto, and Kathy Uhlman for their compassion and care during her residency. And the Altar and Rosary Society of SS Philip and James for their continued prayers, cards and words of encouragement. The Family would also like to thank Joyce Berry for her kindness, friendship and loving care of their Mother and Father over the past several years.
Mass of Christian Burial WEDNESDAY, 11:30 a.m. at SS Philip & James Catholic Church, 412 High Street N. Canal Fulton. OH 44614 with Fr. Kevin McCafferty and Fr. Ed Obermiller C.S.C., her great nephew, concelebrants. Friends may call WEDNESDAY from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 Cherry St. East (Rt. 93, Canal Fulton). Following a reception at the church, Burial will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Sunset Hills Memory Gardens, Jackson Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The House of Loreto, 2812 Harvard Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44709 or the Altar & Rosary Society of SS Philip & James Catholic Church.
Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356
www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com
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Randy and Bev Ross
January 5, 2016
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was always such a beautiful lady. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy & Tom Rohr
January 2, 2016
Nancy I just got word of the loss of your mom. My heart aches for you because I know how close you and the rest of the family were to her. She left me with some very funny memories when we lived on Ohio Ave. in Massillon. She had a fantastic sense of humor. I'm sooooooo sorry for your loss but I'm sure she and your dad are having a great time being back together at last. Send the whole family our love and prayers. Nancy & Tom Rohr
ralph chenevey
December 30, 2015
On behalf of my brother, Richard and Myself I would like to extend our sincerest condolences and sympathies to Nancy, Ann, Mary Jane, your spouses and children on the passing of your mother / grandmother. Ruth was a special Christian lady, always with a smile on her face,a kind word and service to others. Take comfort in knowing that it is our Heavenly Father who grants us every breath of our earthly, mortal existence from the moment of conception to our last breath and He alone chooses when our earthly tasks are complete and are prepared to join Our Lord and all the saints in Heaven as a reward for a job well done. I will have memorial mass in celebration of Ruth's life be offered at SPJ in the near future. May God bless and keep you.
Jane Culp
December 30, 2015
I remember Aunt Ruth a always being happy and fun-loving. She was beautify in every way. She was a blessing to all of our family.
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Jane Culp
December 30, 2015
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.
Julie Mathie-Cross
December 29, 2015
You have our deepest sympathy. We enjoyed having Ruth and the family as "neighbors" at House of Loreto for the past 7 years. Ruth made us laugh so many times! She was so full of life and always made us smile. We will miss her!!
May God Bless the Marzilli family.
The Botchvaroffs
December 29, 2015
For all Mrs. Marzilli's family & loved ones- May God bless each of you. Praying for your peace, comfort & healing.
Ken Null
December 29, 2015
Mom was the best mother in law to us three son in laws. I Will miss her. God bless her. Love, ken
Nikki Kopp
December 28, 2015
Prayers and love to your family.
Jim and Mary Lewis
December 28, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Marzilli family. Ruth was a sweet lady I had the pleasure of knowing through Andy. May she rest in peace.
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