Bolivar, Ohio
1939 - 2007
Helen (Koontz) Funk, age 67, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 19th, 2007, at Aultman Hospital ER of Canton, Ohio following a sudden illness. She was a resident of Bolivar, Ohio and was born at Everett, Pa on December 1st, 1939 to the late Benjamin F. and Ora F. (Fletcher) Koontz. She graduated in 1957 from Everett High School of Everett, Pa. Helen enjoyed spending her time with her children. She was a homemaker all her life and had worked at the Dutch Harvest Restaurant at Berlin, Ohio. Her hobbies were cooking and gardening.
Survived by her husband Kenneth R. Funk and they were married for the past 33 years, children; Debbie (Steve) Miller of Fredericksburg, OH, Pamela (Steve) Shoemaker of Atex, NC, Dena (Bryan) Miller of Dalton, GA, Myran (Corinne) Funk of Bolivar, OH, step-daughters; Arlene (Delbert) Carter of San Antonio, TX, Carol Ritter and Linda May both of Lincoln, Neb.,
Iris (Lee) Brown of Lewes, Del., step-sons; Kenny (Sandra) Funk of Shillington, PA, Kevin Funk of Dover, OH, Mathew Funk of Chambersburg, PA, 35 grandchildren and step-grandchildren and 12 step-great grandchildren. Deceased are; daughter Kennette Funk, brother; Ellis Koontz and sisters; Mable and Zella Koontz,
Funeral Service is Monday, July 23rd, 2007, at 11:00am in the Lebold Funeral Home, 248 Park Ave. SW, Bolivar, Ohio 44612 with calling hours on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 in the funeral home. Officiating is Rev. Ed Schott and burial will be in Ft. Laurens Cemetery, Bolivar, Ohio. Donations can be made to the family in care of Ken Funk, 795 Garberdale Sq. NE, Apt A, Bolivar, Ohio 44612. Those who wish may sign her guest register book on-line at the Lebold Funeral Home’s web-site: www.leboldfuneralhome.com
Lebold Funeral Home: 330-874-3113
Dear Pastor Debbie,
My heart goes out to you during this time. Your life has been an inspiration to me and I know your mom is in heaven and I imagine that God is telling her how proud He is of you and the work your doing. May we ALL prepare our hearts to someday be able to spend an eternity with Jesus and those that we love and hold dear to our hearts.
Nettie Miller
August 17, 2007 | Mount Eaton, OH
Helen will be sadly missed at our summer family reunion and Thanksgiving get together in Bedford County, PA. To Debbie her daughter, as well as other members of her family, your Mother would want you to stay strong and take one day at a time.
Phyllis Feight
July 24, 2007 | Blue Bell, PA
Helen, You will be missed by your family and friends. I know that you aren't in any pain now. That will make it easier for your family!They will always miss you though! Debbie, I love you and I am always here for you! Your friend forever!
Brenda Smith
July 24, 2007 | Greenville, SC
Mom,
I will miss you! You were and always will be apart of mine and my families life. I won't say "goodbye mom"...I'll just say "see you later."
Debbie Miller
July 23, 2007 | Fredericksburg, OH
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Gail, Charley, and Chris
gail frazier
July 23, 2007 | Dover, OH
Dear Ken,
Sorry to hear of Helen' passing.
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Stan and Sue Gamber
Stan Gamber
July 23, 2007 | Bolivar, OH
Myran,
I am very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time.
Deepest sympathy,
Tina Lizarraga
July 22, 2007 | Dover, OH
Aunt Helen's smiling face will be deeply missed. She was a wonderful person. I am so blessed to have had her present at my wedding just over a month ago. We will truly miss her. And all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. She will forever hold a place in my heart.
God bless.
Marcia (Holt) Braham
July 21, 2007 | Tunnelton, WV
Dear Pam and family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. May God comfort you and Bless the time you have with your family.
Curt and Val Shoemaker
July 21, 2007 | Belle Fourche, SD
