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Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 22 to Apr. 24, 2009.

GEAUGA — Elvi A. Herlevi, age 98, passed away on April 21, 2009, at Hillcrest Hospital, Geauga.She was born on August 22, 1910, the daughter of John and Amanda (Salmi) Aarnio and was a resident of Ashtabula for most of her life.A graduate of Harbor High at age 15, she became secretary to Dr. W. E. Wenner, Superintendent of Harbor Schools from 1926 until his retirement in 1941. Elvi retired to raise two children, Judy and Tom. She returned to work as a secretary at Washington and Thomas Jefferson Schools. She was honored for her years of service in 1987.After retirement, Elvi was a volunteer at the Faith Food Pantry and Ashtabula County Medical Center, working at the gift shop and information desk. She was honored by the Harbor Development Committee in 1996 and presented with a certificate of appreciation for her many years of service. Elvi was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, having served on Church Council and various committees, assisting in activities and church groups.She is survived by two children, Judith A. (Jack) MacDonald, Indianapolis, Ind. and Thomas J. (Julia) Herlevi of Concord; three grandchildren, John (Kristen) MacDonald of Kennesaw, Ga., Greg (Marie) Herlevi of South Euclid and Leanne (Jeffery V. ) Kocian of Cleveland; two step-grandchildren, Heidi Ludwig of Columbus and Michael (Diana) Fry of Ashtabula; one great-grandson; five step great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.Elvi was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl in 1980 (married in 1937); and sister Elvi Vanhanen of Finland.Funeral Services are 12 p.m., Noon, Saturday, April 25th, at POTTI LAKESIDE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 1329 Lake Ave., Ashtabula. Burial will be in Edgewood Cemetery.Calling Hours will be from 10 a.m. until service time, at the Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, or Hospice of the Western Reserve.Elvi said that "Life is like a patchwork quilt-you never know how all the pieces will fit together" This is the final piece in Elvi's large and loving patchwork quilt.Obituary and condolences at starbeacon.com.

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April 24, 2009

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David Belknap

April 24, 2009

Tom and Judy:

Each day that I work as a trumpet player in Los Angeles, I am reminded of the huge part that Mrs. Herlevi played in my career. Thanks in great part to her efforts, she and I together hold a still standing record of twenty seven uninterrupted Superior ratings at the grade school , junior high and senior high district and state solo and ensemble contests in Ohio. Other fine pianists played the accompaniments for my various ensemble performances that are a part of that record, but with the exception of my initial performance (fourth grade, with Rosalee Gill), Mrs. Herlevi was the driving force, with my private instructor, Oliver Kaura, in all of the remaininmg solo contest performances. She pushed me very hard. It was well worth the effort. I owe her so very much. God speed, Mrs. Herlevi.

Robin (Weiner) Northern

April 24, 2009

I still remember her bright smile in the office at T.J. and can hear her voice calling over the PA system. Your mother was a wonderful woman.

Dennis Herttua

April 24, 2009

I graduated with Tom and am sorry to hear about the family's loss. God bless all of you.

David Laveck

April 23, 2009

Judy & Tom: Your Mom was The Harbor Special Schools. She and your Dad certainly were valued members of the Harbor community. My sympathies to you and your families. May He who does all things well bring you comfort.

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Bobbi Brindley

April 23, 2009

I am very sad at the passing of Mrs. Herlevi. What a fun lady. She will be missed by all her friends from the Harbor High Gals Luncheon. We will say a prayer for her family this May 6th.

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