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Elda Griffith Obituary
87 of Navarre, formerly of Anchorage, Alaska went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 2, 2013. Elda was born in Canton, Ohio on July 30, 1926 to the late Sherman and Helen Barnett. She attended Lincoln High School, was a "Rosie The Riveter", member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Eagles #2370, REACT and recently became President of the Residents Council at Altercare of Navarre.
Preceded in death by her parents; brother Robert Barnett; sisters Ruth Nethero, Doris Sanford and Phyllis Neel; grandson John Brosam; granddaughter Courtney Lynn Brosam and cousin Nancy McQuillan. She is survived by her loving children William (Jane) Griffith, Geoffrey (Dorothy) Griffith both of Anchorage, Charlene (Gary) Brosam of Atlantic, IA, Diana (Robert) Haakenson of Casa Grande, Ariz., Jennifer (Mark) Wilkerson of Anchorage and Patricia (Anthony) Lanza of Canton; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and sister- in-law Edith Barnett of Canton.
Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday Nov. 6, 2013 at North Lawn Cemetery. Those wishing to send condolences or leave a special message may do so at the Reed online guestbook at:
www.reedfuneralhome.com
Reed, 330-477-6721
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Cathy Larson
November 16, 2013
Aunt Elda, I will miss our talks. You have become very special to me. I love you.
Deb & John Trego
November 14, 2013
Jen and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Your mom was quite the character. I loved the times John and I spent with her on her trips to Alaska. You know my prayers are with you and your family. Love to you all.
Diana
November 8, 2013
Dear Mom
I miss you very much. We were all with just as you wished. You went peacefully. You will always be in my heart and will love and miss you forever. Now you can be with Daddy.
Alyssa Wilkerson
November 6, 2013
Grandma - I love you a bushel and a peck, and a hug around the neck. I will never forget watching Shirley Temple movies at your house in Alaska or staying up late watching Golden Girls while I stayed with you in Ohio. You will always be my hero for your strength and independence! I will love and miss you always and forever.
Love always,
Alyssa
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Stascy Graves
November 5, 2013
Grandma I will miss you to the moon and back!!!
November 4, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I loved your mom. We sure had some nice visits, especially our trip to Alaska to visit her! She was fun, thoughtful and always made me feel special. May all your great memories get you through this difficult time.
Love, Jane Petix
Jeep, Jodi, & Jill Reid
November 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jen, Jef, Bill, Patty & Cherril and all of us who loved our "Mother Mary".
Brenda Avitt
November 4, 2013
Patty and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. This is always such a difficult time. Comfort and be there for each other. And always remember that she is in a better place, looking down on you. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Ron and Gwen Willett
November 4, 2013
Charlene and Family,
So sorry for your loss.
You all are in our thoughts and Prayers at this difficult time and in the days ahead.
God Bless you all,
November 3, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Elda is an Aunt I will never have the chance to meet. My thoughts are with you. Jerry Swope
Bob Barnett
November 3, 2013
Aunt Elda was one of the ladies who went into the defense plants during WWII to take the place of men who went to war. She raised six children while being a military wife. She operated a successful baking business. You could say she was a lady ahead of her time. But she never allowed herself to be defined by the times in which she lived. She had her own definition of life and times. Aunt Elda could make you feel special just having a conversation with her. She was an inspiring presense in our lives. We will remember her warmth and humor always. Bobby and Faith Barnett
Barry,Junie,Brad,Eric,and Families Ring
November 3, 2013
Patty, Diane, Jennifer,Charlene, Bill,Geoffery, and Families.So sorry for your loss. We will miss Aunt Elda's warm and witty ways. Lots of good memories over the years! Hugs, The Rings: Barry,Junie, Brad, Eric and Families.
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