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1930
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2013
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Mildred Abercrombie Obituary
Mrs. Abercrombie passed away Friday, March 29, 2013, at her home.
Born June 20, 1930, in Middletown, she was raised in Virginia and had lived in Lake County for more than 50 years.
She enjoyed gardening and most especially spending time with her family.
Mrs. Abercrombie was the manager at the former Mentor Drive-In theatre, and later worked at Heather Hill in Chardon in the dementia care unit. She retired after 15 years of service.
Survivors are her husband of 15 years, David L. Abercrombie Sr.; daughters, Charolette (Chris Sr.) Dingley of Painesville and Linda (Dave Jr.) Abercrombie of Perry and Phyllis Abercrombie of Georgia; son, Clark (Karen) Abercrombie of Painesville; grandchildren, Merri Beth (John Ervine) Nagy, Brian Nagy, Christel (Kevin) Bryant, Christopher (Dorie Hoffman) Dingley, Joseph Dingley, Jennifer (Solomon Mosby) Abercrombie, Danielle (Jason Kral) Abercrombie, Gary (Jennifer) Muehl Jr., Roxanne (Nathan) Brown, Suzanne (Alan) Polley, Cole and Reed Abercrombie, Tonia DeLong and Sheila Nuzum; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She is also survived by her sisters, Ruby Ramsey of Virginia, Betty Stovall of North Carolina and Alice Faye Delph of Indiana; and brothers, Alva Saylor of Indiana, Bill Saylor and Junior Saylor, both of Tennessee; R.S. Saylor of Virginia and Donnie Saylor of Alabama. She also leaves many nieces, nephews and their families.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, M.C. Denson; parents, Loyd and Retha (Brock) Saylor; brothers, Granville, Chester and Franklin Saylor; and stepson, Michael Abercrombie.
The family would like to acknowledge Laurie Beasley for her loving care and dedication during Mildred's illness.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110-2602 or the American Heart Association, 1689 E. 115th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mildred Abercrombie
March 31, 2014
My condolences to you.You may find the words at Revalations 21:3,4 very comforting to read.
Jennifer Williams
April 9, 2013
Char,
So very sorry to hear about your mother. I was in Florida
last week and just now saw the obits for the past week. Keep her memories in your heart and she will never be far away.
Steve and Susie Lesco
April 5, 2013
Dear Char and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your mom rest in peace.
Katie Abercrombie
April 3, 2013
Uncle David and all; I'm so sorry to hear about Mildred. I love you so much! May GOD bless you! You and all the family are in my prayers!
Dale & Michelle Taylor
April 2, 2013
Uncle David & family, We were so saddened to hear the news of Mildred's passing. Please know that my family and I are all thinking of you and praying for you.
April 2, 2013
Dear Linda and Family,
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mildred.
May God Bless you and your Family.
Sincerely,
Rick Susa
Kathleen Sayers
April 1, 2013
David and Kids, so sorry for your loss,may you find comfort in our Lords love. You have so many precious memories,they grow more each day. Know we love you. Jen & Danielle your love for your G-MA and G-PA is strong, Iam so proud of the two of you. --- LOVE AUNT KAT
Debbie Ramirez
April 1, 2013
Linda and Charlotte, I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Mid's passing. Although I can not be with you both at this time. Please know you are both in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in knowing that she is home in the arms of the father and rejoicing with Grandma and Grandpa. All my love.
Cathi Lewis
April 1, 2013
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly & Bill Debelak
April 1, 2013
Charlotte, Linda & MerriBeth and families...so very sorry for your loss...I have fond memories of grandma and will cherish those, she was a special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
chris cook
April 1, 2013
Your family is in my Prayers.
Fay Russell
April 1, 2013
Linda, sooo sorry to hear of your mom, she was always soo sweet and always had a kind word to say. I understand how you feel, your mom will always be there with you, maybe not in person but definately in spirit. Take peace in knowing she is no longer suffering. Love u all.
American Heart Association
April 1, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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