JAMES-KAZEL-Obituary

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JAMES J. KAZEL

Avon, Ohio

Nov 10, 1936 – Feb 27, 2017 (Age 80)

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BORN
November 10, 1936
DIED
February 27, 2017
AGE
80
LOCATION
Avon, Ohio

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A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights Obituary

KAZEL JAMES J. KAZEL, age 80. Beloved husband of 58 years to Dorothy (nee Chapon). Loving and devoted father of David, Cheryl, Dr. Colleen DeBarr (Edward), Celeste Woyat (Dr. Steve), Daniel and James (Regan). Cherished grandfather of Paul, Faith, Steven, Collin, Joe and James (deceased). Dearest...

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To all of you:
My sincerest, deepest, prayerful sympathy is with you now and in the days, weeks and months ahead. I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful husband, father and friend.

DEAR DOROTHY AND KIDS: WE WERE SHOCKED TO LEARN ABOUT JIM'S PASSING AND ARE SO VERY SAD FOR YOU ALL. WHAT WONDERFUL MEMORIES WE HAVE OF THE FUN TIMES AT GILMOUR ACADEMY...WASN'T IT YESTERDAY OR DOES IT JUST FEEL THAT WAY?
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR THE STRENGTH TO GET THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HUGS TO YOU ALL!!!
BARBARA AND HOWARD SNELLING

I am so sad to hear of this great loss to the Kazel family. Growing up with our families being friends was very special. Jimmy was never anything but warm and loving. I admired his gentle ways always. I am sending so much love to Dorothy and his children and grandchildren.

We just got the news about our Dear Friend Jim..... We are in Florida and will not be home until late Friday evening... Wish we could be with all of you..... Our love and prayers are with all of you. Dorothy.. I will talk to you tomorrow. Hugs!

1981 - Dad, David, Carolyn - dinner in Chicago

Such a joy-filled, hard working man. I was honored to have spent time with the Kazel family while I was in college with David and glad to have regular updates all these ongoing years.

Our loss here in this life is the gain of all those who had been waiting, calling his name, cheering for him to be with them and with God.

HE WAS A KIND AND LOVING MAN TO ALL WHO MET HIM. DOROTHY, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU ALL WITH PEACE. JEAN GAETANO

I have known Jimmy since I was born. Our parents were good friends. I feel I have known you, Dorothy, almost just as long. I remember how cool I thought it was when Jimmy played in a band. He was always a great guy. However. it was when he married that he came into his own! Jimmy was the most loyal & loving husband, a warm & caring father, a treasured son, a beloved brother, a cherished grandfather, a kind father-in-law and a treasured friend, one whom I am proud to be one of. Sleep well dear...

Dorothy and family,
What a kind man I always remember Mr. Kazel to be. I am so sorry for your loss. It's so painful to lose a loved one. Harder still when that loved one is such a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Warmest regards, Maureen Pedala

Deepest sympathies to you Dorothy and all of the family. Jim was a good and faithful servant and now lives in glory! Blessing to all of you through this difficult time. So sorry we will not be able to attend services but know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love from Suzanne, Inge and Family