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Harry F. Beitzel Obituary
Harry, 97, of Navarre, Ohio died Sept. 23, 2015. Born near New Philadelphia, he was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Matilda (Traschel) Beitzel, four brothers and two sisters. He was retired from Nickles Bakery Transport Division and Carpenters Union Local 69, was awarded the Army Purple Heart in World War II and married the former Irene L. Young on Aug. 10, 1945. They both became Jehovah's Witnesses, attending Massillon East Congregation.
Irene, 92, died Oct. 3, 2015. She was born near Ragersville, Ohio and is preceded in death 10 days earlier by her husband, Harry R. Beitzel, parents Edward and Wilma (Brown) Young and four brothers.
Harry and Irene are survived by two children, Edward (Kathy) Beitzel of Montpelier, Idaho and Loretta (Randy) Layfield of Sherrodsville, Ohio; three grandchildren, Seth and Rachel Beitzel and Alexander Layfield; two great-grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.
Harry and Irene were together 70 years and never apart.
Years ago, this is what Irene wrote for her obituary and this was both their belief: “My hope is in the resurrection made possible by Jesus, as John 5:28-29 states, ‘The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile thing to a resurrection of judgment.'
God's original purpose was for men to inhabit a paradise earth. (Genesis 1: 27-28) This is still his purpose, as Psalms 37: 11-29 reads, ‘The meek will possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. The righteous will possess the earth and they will live forever on it.' Revelation 21: 4 states Jehovah God will ‘wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.' This is My Hope.”
They wished to be cremated. Their memorial ceremony will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2177 Nave Road SE, Massillon, Ohio. Calling hours will start at 1 p.m., with the Memorial Service at 2 p.m. Lantzer Funeral Home, Beach City is assisting with arrangements. You may sign guest book at www.lantzerfuneralhome.com
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K. DAVIDSON
November 3, 2015
This was both sad and beautiful. In a world where people don't stay together their story is one that reflects their love for Jehovah and each other. May the wonderful memories you have of them along with Gods promises comfort you in this time.
Rosa Fultz
October 13, 2015
Harry and Irene will always be remembered they brought me the truth in the 50's took awhile to grasp it..but they were such patient and kind people..
Tonyia McAuley
October 9, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss of our dear brother and sister. I will be keeping your family in my prayers.
Sally Hindley
October 9, 2015
Harry and Irene were our next door neighbors. Harry is probably one of the last men who was still alive who served in WWII. Harry loved to talk and was so full of stories from the war. Harry and his wife were such lovely, kind people. They will be greatly missed as wonderful neighbors. Our condolences to the family.
October 9, 2015
I offer my deep condolences for the loss of your loved one. I hope the promise found at 1Thessalonians 4:14 offers you comfort and healing.
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