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Edward Gabrosek Obituary
Edward F. Gabrosek, 86, left behind a life well-lived on October 15, 2017.
Ed is survived by
Martha, devoted wife of 49 years; brother, Joseph (Ann) Gabrosek and daughters, Elizabeth Gabrosek and Kathleen (Dean) Walters. He was brother-in-law to John and Patricia Stephens and uncle to Joe (Penny) Gabrosek, John (Michele) Gabrosek, Anita (Ritchie) Gabrosek, Sean (Toni) Stephens and Scott
(Lydia) Stephens. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Frances Gabrosek.
A graduate of Kent State University, Ed served his country and his community throughout his life. He was a United States Air Force veteran who returned to Northeast Ohio to take on leadership roles in non-profit organizations including president at United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland, Lake Educational Assistance Foundation (LEAF) and Wickliffe Chamber of Commerce. Ed had also served as a board member of the Lake County YMCA and was an American Red Cross multi-gallon blood donor. Perhaps Ed took the greatest joy in promoting Slovenian culture and heritage. He was a longstanding member of SNPJ Lodge 626 (Buckeye Lodge) and was previously president of both the Slovenian Independent Society Home and The Federation of Slovenian National Homes. In 2002, Ed was named Slovenian of the Year in his hometown of Barberton. Ed was an avid participant in all sporting activities. He was the 3630th climber to ascend all 46 major peaks in the Adirondack State Park. He retired as Manager, Media Relations from the former Bailey Controls Co. in 1996.
The Family will receive friends on Friday, October 20, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1263 Shannon Ave., Barberton, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Ed will be inurned at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to: Hospice of the Western Reserve, Alzheimer's Association and Lake County YMCA. To share a memory or send a condolence, please visit www.silva-hostetler.com (330-825-8700)
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David Booth
November 15, 2017
Ed was my boss at Bailey for nine years: 1971-1980. And I'm sure that as a 24-year old, I was a handful. But Ed never lost patience with, or confidence in me. He taught me what it was to be a professional, and how to be worthy of the respect of others. He never stood in my way when trying to find my own path and tried to guide me when I'd listen. The lessons he taught me resonate down to this day and have helped me start and run a company of my own for the last 31 years. I'm glad I had a chance to visit with him in 2015 and tried to express how much he meant to me. I'll miss him.
Ed MacLeod
October 18, 2017
Deepest Sympathy to Ed's Family. As a former Bailey employee,I remember Ed when he admitted my Son Mark into Bailey's Electronic Explorer Program.I Pray that Ed is Resting in Peace in the Presence of our Lord.
Andy Gardner
October 18, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to Marty, Beth and the Gabrosek family. Ed was an example to many, including me, of the best qualities of servant leadership. His wise counsel and hard work as a Board Member of the YMCA truly exemplified the best of Christian values and enhanced the lives of thousand of YMCA members and Lake County residents. While Ed will be greatly missed and his passing is a significant loss to our community, his contributions will continue to benefit Northeast Ohio for many years to come.
Andy Gardner
October 18, 2017
It was such a pleasure to work with Ed. Such a kind man will be missed by so many. We pray for him and send our condolences to Marty and family. Jenny and John Graham
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