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Lillian Kerestman Obituary
Born January 17, 1934 in Fairport Harbor, she was the daughter of Julia (Fulop) and Joseph Lefelhocz. She was a resident of Perry for the past 20 years.
Lil was a graduate of St. Anthony School and Fairport Harding High School. She was a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Education from Kent State University, Graduate Studies – Kent State University and Cleveland State University. She was a certified Home Economist. She taught at Harvey High School and also at Painesville's St. Mary, Mentor and Fairport School Districts. Appointed to Painesville City Council Jan. 1990. She was on the Board of Directors for the Painesville Senior Citizens Center, L.E.D.C. Home Economist Consultant, Former Den-mother Troop 64- Recipient Fleur de Leis award, Teacher of the Year 1978 – Harvey High School, Member of the Lake County Democratic Executive and Central Committees (Ward 1, Precinct D).
Survivors are her husband Steve who she married in 1955 in St. Anthony's Church in Fairport Harbor. Children: Steve (Sheri) Kerestman, Thomas (Kimberly) Kerestman, Lynne Kline, Grandchildren: Kristin (Thomas) Kerestman Johns, Steven Joseph (Amanda) Kerestman, Shalin (Isaac) Gray, Janelle (Adam) Lemke, TJ Kline, Stacey Kerestman (Fiancé Josh Heeter),Kelsey Kline, Kortney Kline, Sara, Madeline, Mackenzie, Leah Kerestman. Great Grandchildren: Bryce, Sadie, Logan, Isaac, Calvin, Reese and Jack. Sister Anne Lesko, Brother –in-law Robert (Shirley) Kerestman.
She was preceded in death by her son, Timothy W. Kerestman, Brother, Joseph( Irene) Lefelhocz, Sister-in-law Olga Zupan.
Visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Potti Funeral Home 2726 Hubbard Rd, Madison, Ohio.
Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Saint Cyprian Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Rd, Perry, Ohio 44081. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Painesville.
The Family would like to thank Cardinal Woods for their loving care.
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Judy Kasky
March 28, 2020
Five years in glory! She has reaped the reward of eternal life and it will be a great reunion when I see her again. I will forever miss her. We had such great times. To all the family, may your memories of her bless you today and always. God bless you all this Easter. Love...
Anita Hambor
April 7, 2015
My favorite high school teacher. You taught me so much that I still use in my every day life. You are loved and willbe greatly missed.
Becky Dzingeleski
April 6, 2015
Loved having Mrs. Kerestman as my Home Ec teacher back at Harvey in the 70's. She was such a kind and caring person. My sincere sympathy to her family.
Jonea Schultz
April 6, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this very difficult time. Lil will be greatly missed.
KLC
April 6, 2015
One of my favorite teachers - loved her! My condolences to her family.
Francie Tuckerman
April 6, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Linda Bernay
April 5, 2015
So sorry to hear about Lily. She was always wonderful to our family.
April 5, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kerestman Family during this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss. You will have many memories to cherish! God Bless!
Celeste (Cassell) & Mike Guidosh
Betty Guthrie
April 5, 2015
A lady whom will be dearly missed , an angle has been granted her wings,,
April 4, 2015
Deepest sympathy and prayers to Tom and entire family. Thinking of all of you. Love, Bill and Tina (Manross) Simpson and family.
Judy Kasky
April 4, 2015
To the entire family...no words will suffice as you all are family to us. I remember the
first full day living next to you...a Saturday. Lil was upstairs shaking rugs when I waved and she said "Hello. Welcome to the neighborhood". Never would I have guessed at that time how special she would become in my life. Her sense of humor, her easy laughter, her kindness, her lifetime wisdom and sharing all that she had will forever be the blessings I (we) have received over the last 40+ years of friendship. God gives us nothing more special realizing we've been blessed and
honored to share a lifetime friendship with a wonderful woman who welcomed us into her
life. Great gatherings, good times and always accepting no matter the circumstances. Certainly an inspiration in my life and a friend that will be remembered with the precious memories and love that I will hold in my heart....until we meet again. To Pete, Steve, Lynne and Tom and families, I pray that God sustains you through this difficult time, but Easter is a celebration and a victory for life everlasting. We love you all! The Kasky Family
Hannah Fairbanks
April 4, 2015
As a young teacher in the PCLS District Lillian taught me so much about life and the world of teaching. Lillian was such a great person to all! She will be missed!
Terry Horvath bishop
April 4, 2015
You were a great teacher, you will be deeply missed. God bless the kerestman family.
Tina Obelenus-Sestak
April 3, 2015
Such sad news! Mrs. Kerestman was such a sweet person. More teachers should have her vivacious demeanor. My condolences to the family.
Angela Pawlowski
April 3, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Ms. Kerestman was an awesome teacher, I will miss her greatly.
April 3, 2015
Steve, So sorry to hear of your wife, Lillian's passing.. Prayers for you and your family. She was an outstanding teacher, and loved by many!,
Karyn Braski Chapman
April 3, 2015
A great teacher and even a better person...prayers to the family...
Tim Kerestes
April 3, 2015
Steve and Family,
My deepest condolences. Nothing but great memories of your Mom from Cub Scouts, Saint Mary's and Harvey. I especially remember her guidance on our 8th grade trip to D.C. I will keep her in my prayers.
Mike McCabe
April 3, 2015
My home ec teacher who inspired me to go to college for that. Many years ago but remember her fondly. Nancy Sutch Schmall
Jim & Debby Dayton
April 3, 2015
It was a pleasure working with Lil at Harvey. Her sense of humor was hysterical & bawdy, our kind of girl! We are so sorry to hear this news. Our deepest sympathy and love. Jim & Debby Dayton
Jane Harri Aho
April 3, 2015
Pete, I was sorry to hear of Lil's passing. My prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. I remember the good times we had at Harding High. God's peace.
Cheryl Altizer (Burden)
April 3, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to Mr. Kerestman and all the family. God's blessings to you all and may you find comfort in Him thru these difficult times.
Betsy & Jim Taylor
April 3, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers to the Kerestmans. Lil was great to teach with and know as a personal friend. Her humor was infectious and she told you what she thought. Rest in peace Lil; we'll miss you.
Betsy and Jim
Connie and Bob Coffman
April 3, 2015
Our prayers are with Lil's family during this difficult time. I will always cherish her wonderful smile, dedication to her students, as well as to her own children.She loved her students, her community, and her family. She will be sorely missed.
theresa freeland
April 2, 2015
I remember her well Mrs Kerestman was very nice I went to school with Steve I am very sorry for your loss
Rosemary Booth-Burr
April 2, 2015
My heart and my prayers are with her family. She was one of the best teachers I ever had. RIP Mrs. Kerestman.
Sue McManus
April 2, 2015
Thought and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. Mrs Kerestman was a wonderful teacher and friend. I will miss her contagious smile
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