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Tommie Maegle Obituary
After high school she relocated to Ohio where she met and married her first love, Donald Lessiter. The couple eventually settled in Amherst where they were blessed with 5 daughters and enjoyed a wonderful marriage and friendship that ended prematurely with Donald's passing in 1968. Tommie always took great pride in "her girls" and considered them her greatest accomplishment. The family share fond memories of Mom's love of music and their many times singing together as she proudly looked on and directed.
Tommie met Howard Maegle, her future husband, while volunteering at Amherst Hospital. Howard brought Tommie great joy as the two traveled the world together and spent 25 years in wedded bliss.
Throughout her life Tommie was blessed with many friends. She was an avid duplicate bridge player and was part of the same bridge group for over 30 years. She was also a dedicated member of the Amherst United Congregational Church of Christ where she served in many capacities throughout the years.
Tommie is survived by her five daughters: Jane Gould (Wally) of Lower Salem, OH; Peggy Long (Chuck) of Perrysburg, OH; Elaine Zientarski (Mike) of Amherst, OH; Laura Lessiter (Colleen Cavanaugh) of Hercules, CA; Linda Soltesz of North Olmsted, OH, 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staffs of Mercy Hospital and New Life Hospice for caring for their mother in her final days.
The family will receive friends on Friday, August 28, 2015 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday, August 29th. from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. at the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. Rev. Bill VanderWyden, will officiate. Interment will follow the service at Ridge Hill Memorial Park, Amherst Twp.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com
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September 21, 2015
No resident will say im sick Isa.33:24 may you find comfort in Gods word
September 4, 2015
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one.May loving words comfort your family at this time of sorrow. (Isaiah 57:15)
Lynn Getz Creager
August 30, 2015
Elaine, Peggy, Jane, Laura and Linda,
Condolences on the passing of your Mother. I have fond memories of your Mom and know she is at peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Kovach
August 29, 2015
Jane, so sorry for your loss. I know how tough it is. I'll be thinking of you and your sisters today, and will pray that you all can find peace as you move beyond this.
Kim Weckbacher
August 28, 2015
Jane and Wally, my heart is heavy for you and your family. I will keep all of you in my prayers, that you might find peace in knowing that she is with the Lord now. Kim Weckbacher
August 28, 2015
Dear Jane,
May God bless you and your Family in this time of grief and sorrow.
Larry & Lee
Parkersburg, WV
August 28, 2015
Deal All....so sorry for your loss. I remember what a beautiful woman your Mom was. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cathie Wagner Lambur
Sarah Borer Moesher
August 28, 2015
Jane and Wally (and family), please accept my condolences on the loss of your mom. Will keep you all in my prayers.
Jackie Wolf
August 28, 2015
Jane, so sorry for your loss.
Don & Jackie Patris
August 27, 2015
May God bless and give you strength at this difficult time girls. I am remembering your mother as a kind and gentle soul with a big smile. I always look for that big smile at family gatherings .She is at peace with the Lord now, and the smiling down on us all.
Judy Vollmer Wright
August 27, 2015
Laura and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a difficult time this is. Just know that your family is in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Paula Cantu
August 27, 2015
My deepest condolences in the loss of your beautiful mother and grandmother. Tommie was a blessing to all who knew her. She will truly be missed. Sincerely, Paula Cantu and family
Caren Ranck-Godfrey
August 27, 2015
Elaine and family,
I didn't know your wonderful Mother, but my parents knew both your Mom and Dad. I remember your father's passing and how tragic it was. Your Mother was left with the hardest job in the world, and what a GREAT job she did with you girls! My prayers are with you at this time.
Caren Ranck Godfrey
Amy Jaynes (Brown)
August 26, 2015
Laura, With Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. May the memories of wonderful times you shared with your Mother comfort you and your family today & always. God Bless.
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