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Leonard Summers Obituary
Leonard J. Summers, 74, passed from this life to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ on June 22, 2007.
He was born September 2, 1932 in Akron, Ohio, graduated from Kenmore High School and served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was a licensed private pilot and a member of Fairlawn Lutheran Church.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard M. and Irene (Muck) Summers; and dear aunt and uncle, Mary and Ed Retzler. Those who mourn his loss are Carolyn, his beloved wife of 52 years, adoring children, John H of Columbus, Janice (Clifford) Bordner of Florida, Jennifer (Harry) Zaremba of Rittman; beloved sister, Genie (Henry) Ross of Massillon; and his delightful grandsons, Samuel, Daniel and Max. He was blessed by the adoration of many nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26 at Fairlawn Lutheran Church, 3415 W. Market St., Fairlawn Ohio with Pastor Charles Lentner officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Private inurnment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Wadsworth, Ohio. Online tributes may be made at www.robertsfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairlawn Lutheran Church Braille Ministry. (Roberts, Wadsworth- 330-334-1204)
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Chris Heldreth
July 29, 2007
Dear Carolyn, I tried to call you the other day but you weren't home and I didn't just want to leave a message. Every time I go to my daughters I think so much about him. I didn't get to see him like I wanted to and that's one of my regrets. I should have just gotten in the car and come over. I wish I would have known he was so sick. He was a terrific person and I loved getting to know him. Please give me a call and we'll have that lunch and go over some old times. Love, Chris 330-701-0673 or Bierces 330-633-3282
Martha Case
June 27, 2007
Dear Carolyn and Family,
I am so sad to hear of Leonard's death. My thoughts are with you all.
Sondra Tewalt
June 27, 2007
Dear Carolyn,
Kay and I extend our condolences to you and your family. Our dad, Bob Shoemaker, worked with and was a good friend of Leonard's for many years. He was a wonderful person.
Chris Hershey-Hlavin
June 26, 2007
Dear Carolyn,
I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Summers. I have such fond memories of your family when I was a child and you were our neighbors in Bath. My prayers are with you and the rest of your family, especially Jenny. Bless you all.
Brenda McGarr
June 26, 2007
Jennifer,
I am very sorry to hear of your dads passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I know it has been years since we talked ( Revco days )when we once worked together.
Bill Frankenfield
June 25, 2007
Our condolences at the passing of Leonard.I was in the construction business for a long time and dealt with Leonard for several years. He was always a kind gentleman.
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