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Arleen Durst Obituary
She was born August 5, 1922 in Chippewa Lake to Russell and Gertrude Freidt and married Eugene Durst in 1947. She had been employed as a legal secretary and enjoyed music, flea markets, and spending time with family.
Arleen will be deeply missed by her son, Terry Durst of Cleveland and his partner Dan Tranberg; niece, Pat Crawford of Cleveland and great-niece, Jodie Crawford; and many friends in Wadsworth. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Durst in 1997 and other family members.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lucky Paws Animal Rescue, 1937 Columbus Road, Cleveland, OH 44113 due to Arleen's love of animals. Online tributes may be made at www.robertsfuneralhome.com
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Debbie Neal Meck
October 11, 2010
Terry,
I'm sure you know how very much I loved your mother. She was a lifeline for me and my family so many years ago. She was one of the best people I have ever known and I will miss her so very much. She always had such kind and encouraging words for me, ones that stick with you for a lifetime.
I know that you will miss her as anyone who knew her will. Thanks for sharing her all those years ago!
Take care,
Debbie
Tim Spoonster
October 7, 2010
Terry,
I have many fond memories of your mom and dad and the times we spent together at your home. I was always amazed at how tolerant they were of how loud we played the music back then.
Your mom was a wonderfully warm person. When I brought my young family to Wadsworth after being in Japan for 10 years we would see each other in the neighborhood and she was always as warm and wonderful as she always had been.
I know you will miss her. I will miss her too. You have my sympathy. Be well and drop me a line sometime.
October 6, 2010
Terry, I am really sorry to hear about your mom. She was a really great woman, and a terrific 'mom' to all of your friends, I often think of the times we spent going places with your parents. And the card games at our houses when the parents played cards and we watched movies. Take care. Kathy Nettleton Cyrus
Donna Valentine
October 6, 2010
Terry, So sorry to hear about your loss. Take care of yourself - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Teresa Cowan Beatty
October 5, 2010
Terry,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. I always enjoyed talking with her at the Blue Sky flea market. She was a beautiful, energetic lady and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
kay mclane
October 2, 2010
i have so many good memories of your mom...she is in good hands now. take care of yourself.
Colleen Crowley Farley
October 2, 2010
Terry-
So sorry to hear about your mother. She was a sweet woman. We lived across the street from her when we first got married.
Peter Babula
October 1, 2010
I remember when she used to come in the gallery - I always enjoyed her visits.
Barb Dye-Burns
October 1, 2010
Terry,
So sorry to hear about your mom. I have often wondered how she was doing since I hadn't seen her in the P.O. for some time. She was an awesome person. So was your dad. I'll never forget being asked to go with them & you on some road trips! That was the greatest thing to me!! One I remember the most was that Serpent Mound place! Seems like we had taken a vacation back then! Her and your dad truly did make me always feel welcome. I always think of you and your mom & dad when driving past your old house. She was a wonderful person and will be missed.
Debbie Lingo-Dankowski
October 1, 2010
A neat Lady, always welcoming of Terry's friends from Lincoln School, they lived so close, kids always were there.
Lauri Fritz Williams
October 1, 2010
Terry,
I remember what a sweetie your mom was. Praying for you.
Love,
Lauri
John Olesky
October 1, 2010
On behalf of Beacon Journal alumni we offer our condolences to the Durst family. I am a newsroom retiree who worked with Gene during his BJ printer days.
Dave Kilgour
September 30, 2010
What a wonderful lady. She always made one feel very welcome.
Dave Kilgour
September 30, 2010
She was a wonderful lady. She always made one feel very welcome.
Laurel Link
September 30, 2010
What a great lady I'm so glad I knew and loved her
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