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Eleanor Gribble Obituary
Eleanor M. Gribble, 84, our special lady, lover, friend, Moth er, and Grandmother, now at peace and without pain, went home to be with our Lord on Sept. 27, 2004, at the Visiting Nurse Service Hospice in Copley, Ohio.
She was born in Cleve land, Ohio, and graduated from John Hayes High School. She attended Montrose Zion United Methodist Church, where she volunteered, ushered, and was a circle leader. She was a past president of Fort Island PTA, past treasurer of the American Legion Post 473 Auxiliary, Elec tion Board presiding judge, and a member of the Silver Arrows in Cleveland. Eleanor worked for 25 years with her husband and son at Business Forms Man agement as office manager. Af ter retiring, she and husband Bill enjoyed traveling, often to World War II Air Force reunions.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Rose; brother, Ted; and sisters, Rose and Marge. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bill; chil dren, Bill (Eve) Gribble, Greg (Hanna) Gribble, and Mary (Chuck) Askew; grandchildren, Derek, Lorna, Jeanenne, Shayne, Lennon, Sarah, and Logan; and nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the many caregivers dur ing her illness.
Calling hours will be TODAY, Sept. 30, 2004, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Hummel Funeral Home, 3475 Copley Rd., COPLEY. A memorial service will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Mont rose Zion United Methodist Church, 565 Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Dr. James E. McClaren and Dr. Walter Chisolm officiat ing. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Visiting Nurse Hospice in Copley, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, Ohio 44333.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Gribble
Shaun
October 22, 2004
Greg and Family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest condolences. May you find solace through love and knowing that your mother has gone on to a better place...
Ian Pan, Ching-Ming Liu
October 17, 2004
Dear: Greg and Family,
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your mother. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May you find comfort knowing that your mother is now in heaven and in the arms of the Lord. May God Bless you and you family. You will always be in our prayers.
Kyle Hamblin
October 1, 2004
Bill Jr. Chris and I are so sorry for the lost of your mother. That has to be one of the toughest things to handle in life.But she is in a better place! As you know! Are thoughts & Prays Are With You & Yours. GOD BLESS YOU & YOURS!!! Kyle & Chrissy
Dee and Walt Topinka
September 30, 2004
Dear Bill and family:
We are so sorry about Elenore's passing. The short time that I knew her (Dee) she was always so sweet and friendly. In time you will heal and remember all the happy things she brought to your life. She is at rest now..
Love and a kiss to you from your B-26 friend.
JUDY GRIBBLE
September 29, 2004
"MA-GEE" I have loved you for so many years, and will "always" love you and the Gribble family! You were "all" the family I never had! My love and memories will always be in my heart for you! Your loving (former) daughter-in-law, Judy Gribble
Sam Christy
September 29, 2004
Greg & Hannah,
My deepest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers be with you throught this time of sorrow.
Kim Bennett
September 29, 2004
Dear Bill Sr and Bill Jr and family:
I was saddened to learn of your wife and mother and grandmother's passing. I offer my sincere condolences to each of you.
God bless you,
Greg Gribble
September 29, 2004
Mom was always there for her husband,children and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
I will see her again in the
sweet by and by.
charles hunger
September 29, 2004
Dear Bill & Family: My wife and i are sorry to hear of your wifes passing. I am sure you have many fond memories to remember. God bless her and your family. charlie h. hunger
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