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Beth Mezatasta Obituary

Beth E. Mezatasta (nee: Van Wormer), 76 years of age, and a resident of Lorain, passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 at her home, following a sudden illness.
he was born July 9, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio. Beth had made her home in Lorain for the last 42 years.
She was employed as a secretary at National Waste Paper for 29 years, before retiring in 1999.
Beth attended Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Amherst. She was a member of the Lorain Women's Bowling Association Hall of Fame. While her children were in school, Beth was a member of the Athletic Booster Club at Open Door Christian School. She was avid Cleveland sports fan. She loved attending her grandchildren's sporting events. She found great pleasure in landscaping her home with flowers. She was known for her infectious smile.
Among those who will cherish Beth's memory are her sons, Anthony Simboli (Andrea Kistner), of Lorain, James Mezatasta, Jr. (Karen), of Parma; her daughters, Lorraine (Tony) Kruman and Jacqueline Mezatasta, both of Lorain; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; and her brother, Terry Van Wormer (Mary Lou), of Prescott, Arizona.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, James C. Mezatasta, on February 3, 2018; and her parents, Alan and Celia Van Wormer (nee: Dague).
Friends may call Thursday, Sept 27, 2018, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Hempel Funeral Home, 373 Cleveland Ave., Amherst.
Funeral services will be held on Friday Sept. 28, 2018 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memory Garden, Avon.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Trinity Evangelical Free Church, 46485 Middle Ridge Rd., Amherst, OH 44001.
For those unable to attend, please visit the funeral home's website to share a memory and sign the guest register:
www.hempelfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Morning Journal from Sep. 24 to Sep. 28, 2018.
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I can't believe it's already been a yr. I was down by their old house the other day and for a split second thought "We should stop in and say 'hey'".... I miss both you and grandpa! I hope the two of you are together, happy, comfortable and without any pain!

Barbara Dalzell

Grandchild

September 18, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Hempel Funeral Home

September 27, 2018

Tony,my deepest condolences for the passing of your Mom, Prayers for you and your family. Love Janine and Gene, Manager of Shore Harbor Apt.

September 26, 2018

Tony.........so very sorry to hear of your mom's passing....a delightful person.......Carol

carol campana

September 26, 2018

Patty Cunningham

September 25, 2018

R.I.P Grandma Beth. I absolutely loved every single moment I have ever spent with her and Grandpa Jim, and Aunt Lorraine!!Some of my best memories as a child were because of, or included those three people.Over the years we have sadly grown more and more distant from each other. You always think "there's time, I have plenty of time", but quite often that is not actually the reality of it.Cherish those you love. Keep them close. Never think or say "oh, I'll do it tomorrow. I'll call them" (or) "see them tomorrow." Because tomorrow may never come. We only have today. Right now in this moment. Make the best of every visit, every conversation, every moment!Thankfully I will always have some amazing memories.

Barbara Dalzell

September 25, 2018

Lorraine and Family, So truly sorry for the loss of your beautiful mother...she was the sweetest everytime I saw her. She had such a lovely presence. My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. With Love, Roberta (mother of Olivia Mezatasta McKinney)

Roberta Muniz

September 25, 2018

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