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Rose Esler Obituary
Rose Catherine (Smith) Esler, 89, formerly of Clinton, passed away Friday, Feb. 26, 2016.
Rose was a life resident of the Akron/ Clinton area, had retired as the secretary for the Northwest Intermediate School with 25 years service and was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton.
Preceded in death by her husband, Richard B. Esler in 1976; parents, Roger and Elsie (Seuss) Smith; sister, Elizabeth Swanson; granddaughter, Katherine Esler; she is survived by daughter, Catherine (John Nelson) Mehl; son, Dr. Richard (Patricia Coyle) Esler; grandchildren, Shannon (Jay) Nagy, Adam (Kristie) Wade, Gwen (Derek) Zimmer, Dr. Lisa (Shawn) Gaines and Richard Esler; great-grandchildren, Jonathon and Aaron Salazar; special friend and caregiver, Erica McCrory.
Funeral service WEDNESDAY, 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 7595 Middle St., Clinton, Ohio, with Pastor Julie Thoms officiating. Burial at Clinton Cemetery. Friends may call TUESDAY, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 E. Cherry St. (Rte. 93), Canal Fulton, and Wednesday one hour prior to time of service at the Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rose's name to Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton or the Gilcrest Center in Doylestown, Ohio. Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356, www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com
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March 13, 2016
I remember working in the office as a helper when I was in 8th grade and Rose was always a helpful woman.Her face will always be in my memory.May God be with you and help you heal during this difficult time
March 3, 2016
Dear Kit and Family,
We have been out of town since mid-February and I didn't find out about Rose's passing until after all services were held. I was helped so much by Rose in my first years at the Intermediate School and I have been forever thankful to her! She was a great lady!
Steve Jones
February 29, 2016
My deepest sympathies go to you and your family. It never easy to lose someone we love. May our heavenly Father give you the comfort and peace that you seek. PSALMS 55: 22
February 29, 2016
My condolences. May you find comfort knowing that God is near you and is a refuge during this difficult time.
Psalms 9:9
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