Saundra Anne Dolbeer

1945 - 2017

Saundra Anne Dolbeer obituary, 1945-2017, Huron, OH

BORN

1945

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Foster Funeral Home and Crematory

410 Main St.

Huron, Ohio

Saundra Dolbeer Obituary

Saundra Anne Dolbeer

Huron, OH

Saundra Anne Dolbeer, 71, of Huron, died peacefully on June 25, 2017 at Symphony of Olmsted Falls, Ohio after a protracted, defiant struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Saundra was born in Jackson, Tennessee and attended Lambuth College and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Saundra and her husband, Richard moved to Huron, Ohio from Colorado in 1972. Saundra was a devoted mother, educator, and independent thinker who always stayed active in the community until her incapacitation. She served as a Girl Scout Leader, member of the choir and Vestry at Christ Episcopal Church, and as a member of the Lange Trust committee of the Sandusky Library. She served for 18 years as secretary on the Huron Library Board of Trustees and worked tirelessly to promote, expand, and improve the library as a community focal point. She was named an Emeritus Trustee in 2010. Behind the scenes, she quietly performed many acts of kindness and generosity throughout the community. As a parting gift from her earthly existence, she proudly was an organ donor to the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's Center for Brain Health to advance research related to Alzheimer's.

Saundra was a fixture at Wee People Nursery School in Huron for 35 years, as a beloved teacher and as owner for the last 17 of those years. Her passion was instilling confidence and a love for learning in preschoolers. As a sideline, she was skilled in Appalachian-style basketry and taught numerous courses with her colleague, Pat Krebs in the art of basket making. An avid gardener and lover of nature, Saundra often traveled with her husband throughout the United States and abroad to assist with various wildlife projects. She was an active supporter and contributor to Planned Parenthood.

She is survived by her husband, by children Jennie Geise of Bay Village, OH and Cynthia Tomasch of Olmsted Falls, OH, by her loving and supportive sons-in-law, Randy Geise and Seth Tomasch, by 6 grandchildren (Tyler, Mary Grace and Sydney Geise; Eli, Andrew, and Sarah Tomasch), and by her brother (James) and sister (Pamela) of Jackson, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jennie (Wall) Parish and Hobart Parish.

A service celebrating Saundra's life and legacy will be at 4:00 PM on July 6 at Christ Episcopal Church followed by a gathering in her home and gardens at 1228 Laguna Drive, Huron.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Planned Parenthood (www.plannedparenthood.org), the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org), Hospice of the Western Reserve, 29101 Health Campus Dr. # 400, Westlake, OH 44145, or Christ Episcopal Church, 120 Ohio St, Huron, OH 44839.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Published by The Jackson Sun on Jul. 2, 2017.

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Memories are precious, and knowing SAUNDRA was special as she reminded me how special life is as we walk eaach day on a journey in GOD'S WORLD - Ray Bartlett

Ray Bartlett

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June 27, 2018

May God continue to bless your family. May there be comfort on difficult days, smiles when sadness intrudes, gentle hugs when spirits sag and friendships to brighten each day.

Amelia

July 9, 2017

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Both Bonnie and myself are stronger today because of knowing your .family.

Bonnie and Ray Bartlett

July 4, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

E,S

July 3, 2017

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Saundra. May your memory of her comfort your heart and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

Carla

July 1, 2017

My condolence to the family and friends. In this time of need keep in mind that The God of comfort is in all of you. 1Cor 1:4

K F

June 30, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your love one.

2 Cor. 1:3

Christine

June 29, 2017

So sorry for your loss may you find comfort that God is close to the broken-hearted one.

Patty

June 29, 2017

May the GOD of peace be with the Dolbeer family along with my deepest sympathy.

June 29, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear wife and mother. May your fond memories and the peace that God gives comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7,13

TB

June 28, 2017

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Memorial Gathering

in her home and gardens

1228 Laguna Drive, Huron, OH

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6

Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m.

Christ Episcopal Church

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