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Peggy Lehto Obituary
She was born Sept. 7, 1955, in Painesville. Peggy had resided in Fairport Harbor, where she was a 1973 graduate of Fairport Harding High School before moving to Reno.
Ms. Lehto was employed as a secretary for Channel Publishing and as a shipping clerk for OHL Logistics in Reno.
She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Mercurio of Sparks, Nev.; mother, Julia Lehto of Fairport Harbor; grandson, Tyler Nelson; nephew, Edward (Kristen) Lausin of Willoughby; and sister, Pamela Lausin of Fairport Harbor.
She was preceded in death by her father, Adrian Lehto.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013, for a luncheon at the Hungarian Reformed Church, 601 Plum St., Fairport Harbor.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hungarian Reformed Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peggy Lehto
September 29, 2013
Mrs. Lehto & Pam, I just learned of Peggy's passing and I can't express enough deep sympathy for your loss. May the Lord hold you and her close. Peggy is part of my growing up and although I have not seen her in a while, I feel that a piece of me is gone too. I will never forget the good times we had. She was a great person. May she rest peacefully in God's arms.
Karen Shanower
September 2, 2013
Dear Lehto family, My heart goes out to you in losing Peggy so young. Blessings, Karen Hietanen Shanower
Sue Dely
August 24, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to all your family. Peggy has been my best friend for the past 20 years and I will miss her dearly. She was kind and considerate and I always admired her ability to take everything in stride. May God bless your family now and in the future.
Therese Ryan
August 24, 2013
Dear Mrs. Lehto, Pam and Family, Peggy worked with me at the Department of Human Services many years ago. She was the most hard working, honest and reliable employee. She was irreplaceable. In addition, her warmth and concern for the children we worked with was a tremendous help to them during very difficult times. I am so sorry for your loss, and I will always remember Peggy as one of the most beautiful people I have known.
Linda Hlebak
August 23, 2013
Pam, So sorry to hear about your sister. You and your family are in my prayers.
Pentti Maki
August 22, 2013
Mrs. Lehto & Pam,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. A lot of my memories of Peggy go back to our days in the Harding High School Band. In the midst of sorrow we live in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kielo Kallio Tucker
August 22, 2013
Pam and all family, I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. My memories go back to our childhood, the McKinley playground and the halls of Harding. May God be close by as you struggle with the emotions from anger to acceptance.
George Helsius
August 22, 2013
Mrs. Lehto, Pam and family, I am so sorry for your loss, Peggy (Miss Jane) was so special and the kind of person that one never will forget, and I will always cherish the times I spent with her, and your family. From the time we dated in high school, through college and our marriage so many years ago, she radiated a special kind of bond, and her love of animals was sometimes a challenge. We lived in a small one bedroom house yet we managed to have a beagle, a St. Bernard and four cats, which just further empathizes her overwhelming caring nature. I owe her so much as she pressed me to make the career change which impacted me for the rest of my life, and your family for the love and acceptance (Sam treated me like a son) showed throughout our marriage. I am forever in your debt for these memories, please accept my deepest condolences.
Billy Lukshaw
August 22, 2013
Julia & Pam,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 22, 2013
Deepest sympathy to you all. Jack and June Karako
Kitty & Cecil Langley
August 22, 2013
Deepest sympathies you all in this most difficult time. You remain in my prayers.
Carla Riboczi
August 22, 2013
My heart aches for your loss of your daughter and sister and my best friend. With loving memories of Peggy my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Nancy (Sutch) Schmall
August 22, 2013
Dear Aunt Julie and Family, Can't even imagine the sorrow you are going through. Though we have been apart for so long, I still think of my "other" family and remember them with love.
Bob and Carol Klaus
August 21, 2013
Mrs. Lehto, Pam, Liz and loved ones, We are so deeply saddened by the loss of our dear dear friend. We have so many special memories of Peggy and cherish the fun times we spent together.We will always remember our beautiful friend. We hope you find some comfort in knowing how much Peggy touched us all. With love and sympathy to all of her family and friends, Bob and Carol Klaus
August 21, 2013
Julia,Pam and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we mourn the unexpected passing of Peggy. I will hold dear to my heart all of the adventures that we shared and wonderful time that we spent together. You will be missed my friend. Andy and Pam Parker
Joanne Vernon
August 21, 2013
Peggy was such a sweet lady. She always had a smile on her face. She will be missed.
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