1929
2012
Henry Ceja, 83, of Lorain, passed away Wednesday November 14, 2012 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain, following a lengthy illness. He was born in Lorain on July 15, 1929 and had been a lifelong resident.
Henry proudly served his Country in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He had worked as a Crane Operator for 42 years at US Steel and had also worked for ODOT for 6 years.
Henry was a member of the Elyria Moose Club and had attended Sacred Heart Chapel in Lorain and Lorain Baptist Church. He enjoyed travel, especially going to the Casinos, cooking and shooting pool; but most of all, spending time with his family.
Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Dora (nee Morgan) Ceja, daughters, Sarah (Mark) Botson of North Ridgeville and Faith (Loren) Schramm of Camden Township, son, Joseph (Rebecca) Ceja of Virginia, granddaughters, Brittany, Alex, Chenoa, Moriah, Becky and Heather, grandsons, Jonathon, Jacob and Joseph, 4 great-grandchildren, brothers, Theodore Ceja of Lorain and Jesse (Shirley) Ceja of California, sister, Frances Flores of Lorain and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents, Jose and Esperanza Ceja, and his brother, Abel Ceja.
Friends may call Monday November 19, 2012 from 4-8 PM at Wyers Funeral Chapel 2900 North Ridge Road Sheffield Township where a prayer service will be held at 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday November 20, 2012 at Sacred Heart Chapel 4301 Pearl Avenue Lorain at 10 AM. (Please meet at Church). Burial will take place at a later date at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman.
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Papi You will be miss!!!! I love you and your family!!!! You all are great people and are always in my prayers!!!!
Angie Azzarello
November 30, 2012
Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Rebecca Boone, Victoria Boone and Helen (Boone) Rattigan.
November 19, 2012
Our lives were all touched by the joyous light that Henry shared with us. He truly loves his family still.
Laura
November 19, 2012
Alexiz Ceja
November 18, 2012
i miss you you will always be in our hearts..your were the best ther will ever be and im proud to say that you were mine i love you poppy
Alexiz Ceja
November 18, 2012
Aunt Dora, kids, & family, our prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know it is tough but remember Christ is with you and understands your pain. Go to Him for comfort. XOXOX
vivian (windy) Bertram (ceja)
November 17, 2012
"Dear Family; Please accept my condolence. Keep close to your heart loving memories and cherished moments. May the Hearer of prayer comfort you. Psalms 65:2
M. A.
November 17, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shirley
November 17, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation and an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, if you wish for a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salutes, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send your request to:
Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701
Or click on “CONTACT ME” to email me your mailing address.
This service is free to all veteran families. I wish to thank you for your serving from one veteran to another – Thanks!
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Chaplain Richard Reuer
November 17, 2012
Oh Henry what a special man you were and will surely be missed by your family. I will always remember you fondly. RIP my friend.
November 16, 2012
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