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Steve A. Oravecz, 88, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2012, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 30, 1924, in Medina, Ohio to Steve and Katherine (Pusitai) Oravecz Sr. He served his country during WWII in the US Navy. Steve married his sweetheart Barbara Jean Holly in 1955 and enjoyed 57 years of marriage raising four children together. He worked for Owens Corning as a corporate pilot for 27 years. Steve was a member of Sylvania United Church of Christ, Old Timers Pilots Club, Quiet Birdmen (QB's) and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). He kept busy in his retirement years by continuing to fly for Crow Executive Air and their Ambulance service along with numerous air charter companies in the Detroit area and managing his property in Holland, OH. Steve continued to enjoy flying into his late seventies.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Barbara J. Oravecz; daughters, Kim Engstrom and Katherine (Scott) Oravecz-Wilson; sons, Steve and Mike (Lucia) Oravecz; brothers, Edward (Delores) Oravecz, Richard (Peggy) Oravecz; sisters, Ella (Arnie) Blumenthal, Clara Burch, and Irene (Ron) Butcher; 8 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Margaret Yoder.
Friends may call at the Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 N. Main St. Sylvania on Wednesday, December 5, 2012, from 4:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral services will take place Thursday, 3:00 p.m. at Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie Street, Sylvania, Ohio, where the family and friends can gather one hour prior.
Those wishing to give memorials, in lieu of flowers, are asked to consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio or to Sylvania United Church of Christ.
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Mary Reisinger
December 9, 2012
Barb,
I'm so sorry about your husband, Steve. I remember meeting him this past summer at Flower Hospital. He was so kind! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! I'm so sorry!
Mary Hague-Rogers
December 6, 2012
I was sadden to hear of Steve Sr's passing. I had a soft spot for him! May he be at peace and your pain be at ease he is up there watching over you.
Patty Oravecz-Small
December 6, 2012
Aunt Barbara, Steve, Mike, Kay and Kim. With deepest sympathy, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. You are in our prayers.
Grandpa O and Owen
Val Fine
December 5, 2012
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Val Fine
December 5, 2012
Valerie Fine (Whitney's Mom)
December 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to his many friends and loving family. His delightful memory will be cherished always.
Blair and Linda Wise
December 4, 2012
Barb, and family, we will say a prayer for you all, Angels be around you always. We will miss Steve very much, as will you. What a precious man :-) May God be with you, during this time, and in the future.
Teri Fowler
December 3, 2012
Kay, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, please know I am thinking you and your family at this time... God Bless you all
George Bang
December 3, 2012
Barb - My deepest sympathy to you and your family in your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Stevenson
December 3, 2012
Dear Barb & family, So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing Our thoughts& prayers are with all of you that you find peace & comfort within your family. Take care! Steve & Marilyn Stevenson
Kay Oravecz-Wilson
December 3, 2012
I'm sure Dad has gone flying. When I was little, on a raining day, mom would always tell me dad was lucky because the sun was always shining above the clouds. Love you, Dad
Joyce Frank Oravecz
December 3, 2012
The loss of this family patriarch will be felt for generations to come, yet the love, determination, continuity, quality standards, traditional values and so much more have been instilled in his children and grandchildren without a doubt.
Although he will miss his beloved family and flying, he soars amongst the clouds now, no longer experiencing his final weeks of pain and suffering. God be with you all and may He bring you His peace into eternity.
Terry & Nancy Smith
December 2, 2012
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Was so glad i was able to stop by last week and see you. I'm so sad and sorry Terry and i will be out of town for the funeral. Please know we are praying for all of you.
Rose and Bob De Arment
December 2, 2012
Dear Barbara, Deeply saddened to learn of Steve's passing. May the good Lord comfort you in this trying time.
Lori Oravecz
December 2, 2012
Steve A Oravecz was a man of inter strength, determination, convictions, and a unfailing love for his family.May we all carry his spirit as we move forward,knowing he only wanted the best for his love ones. God bless Lori Oravecz (Austin's Mother)
Lori Oravecz
December 2, 2012
Steve A Oravecz was a man of inter strength, determination, convictions, and a unfailing love for his family.May we all carry his spirit as we move forward,knowing he only wanted the best for his love ones. God bless Lori Oravecz (Austin's Mother)
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