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Jeffrey graduated from Lake High School in Hartville, Ohio in 1981 and attended Wright State University School of Medicine until he graduated in 1991. He completed his residency at Crozer-Chester Medicine Centre in Pennsylvania.
Jeffrey started his career in Cleveland Ohio then moved out to California where he practiced in Ukiah, Calif., and then in Ellsworth, Maine. After a time, Jeffrey moved to Saint Croix. He came back to Ohio several times to work at Coshocton County Memorial Hospital.
Jeffrey loved life. He loved traveling and trying different things and, whenever possible, he would include family members or friends to join him. Jeffrey was a caring man who always had an ear to lend and a hand to hold. He was a down to earth person; a caring and loving man, who will be missed deeply.
Jeffrey was preceded in death by his beloved aunt and uncle, Lucille (Nanny) and Glenn Ryan, as well as his grandparents, Frank and Paula Fields.
Jeffrey is survived by his loving mother, Linda; brother, Jene Michael; sister, Kristen; nephews, Dakota, Edward and Ian; niece, Cheyenne; aunt and uncle, Lorraine and Mike Fields; father, Dale; special aunts, Lois, Helen and Chrissy; and many others who will never forget or stop loving Jeffrey.
Our family wishes to thank Jeffrey's dearest friends for many years, Tom, Jim, and Keith. Also, we would like to say thank you to Rick and Scott and Dave.
Friends and family have established the Jeffrey Held Memorial Fund. Donations can be made at any US Bank.
Please join us for Jeffrey's Celebration of Life Ceremony on November 6, 2011 at the Akron Turner Club, 547 S. Munroe Rd., Akron, Ohio, between 2 and 4 p.m.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Held
Patty
October 28, 2021
Although 10 years have passed , every time I think of Jeff I smile! He was a Dear Friend.
Susan Greene
October 28, 2021
May Jeff's memory always be for a blessing. It is so hard to believe ten years have passed.
Jan Silvestro
October 28, 2020
Loved Jeff. he always made us laugh. We use to go to dinners with him. I loved every minute. So sad to hear of his passing. he is one guy I'll never forget !
Susan Greene
October 31, 2012
I think of you all the time with great love and a heart filled with beautiful memories. It is so hard to believe a year has passed. <3
Lori Konicki
February 26, 2012
Jeff was one of a kind! I am so deeply saddened to hear of his passing! My deepest condolences to his family. We lost touch when he moved away, but once Jeff touched and held your heat, he held it forever. He went after his dreams, and lived life to the fullest! Thank you for the wonderful memories, and farewell my very dear friend! May God Bless you, and keep you in his care....
Jan Silvestro
February 26, 2012
i am so shocked to see this. He was loved by many . he was such a dear man and so much fun to work and socialize with. I am happy he followed his dream. He lived life to the fullest R.I.P.Jeff and where ever you are I know you are following your heart.
December 18, 2011
i went to high school with jeff and played chess with him during breaks at school. he was a lovely man. i will always remember how he just loved everything. he will be so missed
Edie Kipfinger, RN
November 13, 2011
I worked with jeffrey on the OB unit in coshocton, He was always a pleasure to work with, and had a wonderful sense of humor. Rest in peace jeffrey. We have lost a kind friend, and excellent co-worker.
Amanda
November 13, 2011
I am one of the nurses at Coshocton Hospital...we were shocked to hear of his passing. We were hoping to see him back in our small town someday...he will be missed. In the short time he was with us he made many friends and brought many smiles to many faces..we are sorry for your loss. Amanda RNC-OB
Joe Clarke
November 6, 2011
I am a friend of Jeff's "special" aunt Lois, and her son, Ernie, and she has spoken so highly of him and would like to bless the entire family.
November 5, 2011
jeff was my friend. Always kind and ready to help. Although I have not been in contact with him for many years he was the kind of person who could pick up a conversation where it left off 4 years earlier. We shared many laughs and he could throw a great party! I will miss you!
Patty Papp
Susan Greene
November 5, 2011
Keith could not have said it better. Jeff was a brilliant, kind, warm and loving man. It is what made him an excellent doctor. He had so many gifts and talents and making life long friends was merely one of them. I was blessed to become one of them. He loved life. There is a new angel in heaven. My sincere condolences to his family and his friends. Linda, I am so sorry for your loss.
Hugs,
November 3, 2011
Linda, Mike and Kristen
I am so sorry for the loss of your son and brother. your family is in our thoughts and prayers. And know that my mom welcomed him with open arms up there.
Love to all
Steve, Melanie, Nicole, Tyler, Arlena
Haehner, Moyer, Scott families.
chrissy davis
November 3, 2011
It had been a very long time since I seen my nephew, "JEFF" but well remembered playing DOCTOR, with him when we were little.He followed his dreams, and became a doctor...very proud!! I also remembered playing golf, and tag. Remember, when it was time for my visit to end...he would lock me in the closet,because he didn't want me to leave..lol Sure wish we could go back...maybe some day in heaven!! "You will be very much missed,Jeff"
Helen Black
November 3, 2011
Jeff was my first born nephew, I babysit him as an infant & when he was in elementry school. He was afraid of blood & needles. Then became a Dr. To me he is still a child. I will love & miss him forever. Aunt Helen
November 3, 2011
A fine man, an excellent and caring doctor, a good friend to everyone whose life he touched. Rest well, Jeffrey.
'Dave Cuthbertson - Ellsworth, ME
Keith McNeil
November 3, 2011
They say it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them and a lifetime to forget them. Jeff was such a person. We became instant friends upon meeting and remained so over thirty years and most of the continent. He was brilliant, talented, thoughtful and generous, but he could also bring out the mischief in even a staid old lawyer. He LIVED life as it should be. He is my forever friend and the loving memories he bequethed me will always be cherished.
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