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Joseph F. Crum
Age 84 of Canton passed away Sunday, May 29, 2011 at Bethany Nursing Home. He was born July 2, 1926 to the late Joseph A. and Pluma Crum. Joseph retired in 1988 from Fisher Foods after 30 years of service as a meat cutter; prior to working at Fishers, Joseph was a grinder at The Timken Company for 12 years. Joseph was first and foremost a great husband and father to his four children. He enjoyed gardening, working around the home and his dog, Jo Jo. He was a longstanding member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death in 2005 by his loving wife of over 50 years, Donna J. (Zwick) Crum; granddaughter, Niki Nevel; brothers, Cletus and William Crum. Joseph is survived by children, Timothy J. (Rosemary) Crum, Patricia Crum Kessler and her husband, Craig Kessler, Pamela (Ronnie) Kessler, Penny (Len) Rusko; grandchildren, Lauren E. Crum, Meredith M. (Keith) Merry; and seven great- grandchildren; brother, Edward (Mary) Crum; sister-in- law, Kathleen Crum.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, June 3, 2011 at 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church with Celebrant Fr. William Kraynak, followed by a burial at Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, June 2, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Welch-Sekeres-Lewis Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the staff of Bethany Nursing Home for their excellent care for Joseph. Those that are not able to make it to calling hours or the funeral may sign the online guestbook at www.wslfh.com.
Welch-Sekeres-Lewis
330-452-4041
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John & Margie Smith
June 9, 2011
Tim and the whole family,
We were very sorry to hear of your father's passing when we returned from vacation. Sorry we couldn't be there for you at your time of need.You have our deepest sympathy.
Scott Quinlan
June 5, 2011
Tim,
I'm very sorry to hear of your father's passing. You have always been a good friend and you have my sympathy.
June 3, 2011
Fond memories of both your parents.My prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May God grant you peace. Sandy Forbes Snyder
Mary O'Brien
June 2, 2011
Dear Penny & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dad, but so very glad I was privileged to have met him at The Bethany while spending time with my mom, Henrietta. Not a visit went by without a smile and a chuckle from Joe. Mom and I visited him several times after he returned from the hospital and he still managed to charm us with his smile even though he wasn't always feeling his best. We will truly miss him. May your loving memories replace the ache in your heart as time goes by.
Tim and Carol Downerd
June 2, 2011
Pat and Family,
Our sympathy to you all in the loss of your dad. May the good memories help you through this time. He is now at peace and this will also bring you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 2, 2011
So sorry to hear about Joe. I enjoyed so much talking with him at Bethany and playing Euchre. He just LOVED Euchre. He will be missed. Molly Williams
Mark Frank
June 2, 2011
Our sympathies to the all the family at this difficult time.
Shelly & Paul Borden
June 1, 2011
Pat & Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your Father... Our prayers are with you...
Sylvia Forbes
June 1, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family We will always rememeber Joe and Donna as wonderful neighbors and friends Sylvia and Bob Forbes
Pat Longo
June 1, 2011
Pat & Family, You have my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your Father. He is now together with his beloved wife. God be with you all.
Roberta Cunningham
June 1, 2011
Tim, Pam, Pat, and Penny; I'm so sorry for your loss. I will always remember seeing him at Fishers or waving when I went to my moms. I will keep your family in my prayers.
bob evans
June 1, 2011
always will remember going over to the house and talking with Donna and Joe, getting the scoop on what was going on in the neighborhood. wonderful neighbor and friend. sorry for ur loss.
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