Descendants of William Hascall of Fontmell Magna (1490-1542)

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72421. Lowell Eugene Reid

The Flint Journal (MI)
February 26, 2011

REID, Lowell "Lou" - age 86, formerly of Flint and Grand Blanc, died Thursday, February 3, 2011 in Columbus, Ohio.
Lou was born in 1925 in Napoleon, Ohio the son of the late John and Linda Reid.

He was a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio where he played on the varsity golf team and was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. His college education was interrupted by his military service in WWII with the Army Corps of Engineers in Europe on D-Day +30.

He married Margaret "Peg" Pugh, the love of his life on August 28, 1949.

Lou worked for Allstate Insurance in Flint as a District Sales Manager and retired after 35 years of service. His free time was spent as an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Flint, playing paddle ball at the YMCA, following Tiger baseball and Michigan football. Lou was an avid golfer and a member of Davison Country Club. In retirement, he and Peg moved to Elk Rapids, Michigan and later to Dublin, Ohio.

Lou is survived by his wife of 61 years, Peg; sons: Gary (Marty) Reid of Dublin, Ohio and John (Mary Liz) Reid of New York, New York; and daughter Marty (Glenn) Fronheiser of Minneapolis, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Matthew (Lindsey) Reid, Scott Reid, Evan (Amberlyn) Fronheiser, Janet Fronheiser and Reid Fronheiser; and three great-grandchildren.


Margaret J. Pugh

The Columbus Dispatch (OH)
June 30, 2013

Reid Margaret J. Reid, born in 1927, died on Sunday, June 23, 2013 after a long struggle with cancer.

She was married to Lowell "Lou" Reid for 61 years. He preceded her in death on February 3, 2011.

Margaret received her degree at Miami University of Ohio, where she met Lou. She was a teacher in the Flint Public Schools where she spent the majority of her career at Coolidge Elementary School. She was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Flint.

She is survived by her children and their spouses, Dr. Gary (Marty) Reid of Dublin, OH, John (Mary Liz) Reid of New York, NY and Marty (Glenn) Fronheiser of Minneapolis, MN; along with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.


Margaret Mae King

The Courier (Findlay, OH)
August 11, 2009

Margaret Mae King Fitch; 92, Died Friday, August 7, 2009 at Emeritus in Gainesville, FL. Margaret was born May 19, 1917 in Mt. Cory, Ohio to Merrill Scudder King, and Ida Mae Hubler King.

Margaret graduated from Findlay High School, and attended Bowling Green State University, in Ohio.

She met Howard Fitch there, and married August 24, 1939 in Findlay.

They lived in Naples, FL for 2 years, then moved back to Findlay, as Howard needed to join the Army. She also lived in Port Clinton, OH, and Titusville, and Evinston, FL. She was a member of Evinston United Methodist Church, and had attended ST. Paul's UMC in Findlay, Faith UMC in Port Clinton, and St. Andrew's UMC in Titusville.

Mrs. Fitch was preceded in death by her Husband, Howard; sisters: Christina Pelton, and Geneva Bauman and her Brother, Arthur King.

She is survived by her Daughter; Betty (David) Gibson, of Evinston, FL, her Son; Robert (Debra) Fitch of Houston, TX. Five Grandchildren and her brother in laws; Albert Bauman of Mt. Cory, OH and Lowell Fitch of Grand Rapids, OH.


Joan Louise Webster

Post Register (Idaho Falls, ID)
December 4, 2002

Joan Louise Fitch, 67, in Idaho Falls, died Dec. 2, 2002, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. She was born Oct. 8, 1935, at Kenton, Ohio, to Marguerite Ellen Lawrence.

She was raised by her mother, Marguerite, and father, Dorsel Webster. She grew up and attended schools in Grand Rapids, Ohio.

On July 18, 1952, she married Gail R. Fitch in Grand Rapids. They later moved to Idaho Falls, where she has since lived. She was a wife, mother and homemaker. She was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed reading and painting. Joan especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Alvarez of Idaho Falls; three sons, Robert (Peggy) Fitch of Kansas City, Mo., and Randy Fitch and Bill (Debra) Fitch, both of Idaho Falls; her father, Dorsel Webster of Ririe, five brothers, Larry (Judy) Webster, James (Linda) Webster, Ray Webster, Steve (Joyce) Webster, and Mike (Eyleen) Webster, all of Idaho Falls; two sisters, Zella (David) Green of Yakima, Wash., and Cathy Webster of Idaho Falls; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gail; and her mother, Marguerite Webster.


James Alfred Shaffer

The Lima News (OH)
May 13, 2018

HARROD �  James Alfred Shaffer of Harrod passed away 9:09 a.m. May13, 2018 at Willow Ridge - Frieda House, Bluffton.

He was born in rural Henry County, OH on October 12, 1927, to Guy Andrew and Lena Esther (Schlotz) Shaffer who preceded him in death. On August 27, 1950, he married Marilyn Reid who survives in Harrod.

Jim was a graduate of McClure High School, The Ohio State University, and the University of Dayton. He taught vocational agriculture and ag business for several years. He taught at Auglaize Local Schools, Ada High School, Elmwood High School and retired from Riverdale Local Schools. He also worked for Purity Feeds for 17 years.

He served in the Navy and was in the Naval Reserve, retiring after 42 years.

He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and attended Union Chapel Missionary Church. Previously he had served as superintendent and lay leader for the United Methodist Church.

Jim was an avid OSU Buckeye fan. He will always be remembered for his love of children of all ages.

He is survived by his son David (Vivien) of Harrod and daughter Jo (Bruce) McConnell of Spencerville; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Shaffer (Steve Etzler, friend) of Harrod, Matthew (Bethany) Shaffer of Wapakoneta, Douglas (Ann Marie) Shaffer of Canal Winchester, Nathan (Jenny) McConnell of Canal Fulton, Rachel (Jon) Koester of Lima, Tyler McConnell (Morgan Pugh, friend) of Spencerville, and Claire McConnell (Billy Taflinger, fiancé) of Spencerville; and eight great grandchildren, Kyle and Zane Newland, Autumn, Lauren, Elijah, and Isaiah Shaffer, Sofia and Sadie McConnell.

He was preceded in death by siblings Catherine (Ivan) Johnson and Robert (Marlyn) Shaffer.


Dortha N. Snyder

The Courier (Findlay, OH)
November 19, 2001

Funeral services for Dortha N. Reid, 90, -formerly of Arcadia, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Arcadia, the Rev. David A. Bliss officiating. Burial will be in Arcadia Cemetery.

Mrs. Reid died at 7:20 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001, at Winebrenner Care Center, Findlay.

She was born Dec. 29, 1910, in Arcadia to John J. and Nettie (Brookman) Snyder. She married Robert B. Reid on June 19, 1935, and he died July 5, 1986.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Wilbur (Carol) Altman, Reno, Nev.; Mrs. Alfred (Pat) Braaksma, Hot Springs Village, Ark.; and Joan Steers, Fort Wayne, Ind.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Lawrence Snyder, Fostoria; and two sisters, Margaret Rhoten, Arcadia; and Wilma Park, Ada.

She was preceded in death by a grandchild and a great-grandchild.

Mrs. Reid was a homemaker.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Arcadia, and Women of WELCA.


72429. Eugene P. Reid

Review Times (Fostoria, OH)
January 7, 2009

Eugene P. "Gene" Reid, 94, of Sarasota, Fla. and formerly of Arcadia, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, in Sarasota.

Reid was born in Napoleon on March 13, 1914 to the late Bruce A. and Edith J. (Philpott) Reid. When tuberculosis cut short a career as a big-band musician, he opened the Arcadia SOHIO gas station at Main and Fremont in 1934. The station served as the community's social and business center until his retirement in 1988. He was a member of Lodge No. 288 Free and Accepted Masons, Fostoria; former president of the Arcadia Conservation Club; and former fire chief of the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department, where he served from 1935 to 1969.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruby K. Kulhman of Arcadia; stepson Robert Farrell of Bridgeport, W.Va.; and siblings, James Reid of Savannah, Ga.; Robert Reid, Arcadia; and Vivian Hill, Fostoria.

He is survived by his daughter, Thana Wise, Atlanta, Ga.; stepdaughter, Shirlee Farrell, Riverside, Calif.; grandsons, Andy Wise, Memphis, Tenn.; and Chad Wise, Atlanta, Ga.; great-grandchildren, Jordan Wise and Austin Wise, both of Memphis; and companion Eileen Ward, Sarasota, Fla.


72430. Frances Vivan Reid

The Courier (Findlay, OH)
June 10, 1999

Frances Vivian Hill, 82, of 461 W. Lytle St., Fostoria, died at 8:12 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 1999, at Toledo Hospital.

She was born Oct. 23, 1916, in McClure to Bruce and Edith (Phillpot) Reid. She married Junior J. Hill in 1940, and he preceded her in death.

Surviving are two sons, Tom and Bob, both of Fostoria; one daughter, Janet Holeman, Fostoria; nine grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gene Reid, Arcadia.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and Bob Reid.

Mrs. Hill worked as an assembler at RCA Corp. (now Harris Corp.) for 27 years. She retired in 1982.

She was a member of Arcadia United Methodist Church, as well as the church chancel choir and the United Methodist Women. She was active with Meals on Wheels in Fostoria. She was a 1935 graduate of Arcadia High School.


Mildred Mary Reinhart

Savannah Morning News (GA)
February 19, 2011

SAVANNAH - Mildred Mary Reinhart Reid, 92, of Savannah, passed away on February 17, 2011 under the care of Hospice Savannah.

Mildred was born in Alavda, Ohio, to the late Charles and Josephine Reinhart.

She was a devout Catholic and communicant of St. James Catholic Church of Savannah.

She was a lifelong member of Catholic Ladies of Columbia, Daughters of Ireland, St. James "Best of Friends" and Windsor Forest Senior Citizens.

Mildred was an avid bridge player, gardener and "the best grandmother in the world." Her warm smile and sweet laughter will never be forgotten.

She is not only preceded in death by her parents, but also her loving husband of 52 years James Edwin Reid, sisters, Genevieve St. Aubin and Joan Rose Reinhart, and brothers, Richard, Leonard, James, and Charles Reinhart.

She is survived by her daughters, Kristine Reid Anderson (John) of San Francisco, CA, and Pamela Reid Ehret (Wayne) of Savannah; grandchildren, Amanda (John) of Los Angeles, CA, Matthew (Maria) of Martinez, CA, Christian Ehret of Nashville, TN, and Ashley, Kimberly and Kelsey Ehret of Savannah; great-granddaughter, Maddie of Martinez, CA; sisters, Donna Schreiner of Fostoria, OH and Mary Davis (Chuck) of Toledo, OH; brothers, Marvin Reinhart (Natalie) of Fostoria, OH, and Ronald Reinhart (Carol) of Tiffin, OH.


72432. Florence J. Rayle

The Sentinel-Tribune (Bowling Green, OH)
December 23, 2008

A memorial service for Florence Irene (Rayle) Hagen will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Hamler. Pastor Sharon Stonerock will officiate.

Mrs. Hagen, 88, of Deshler, died Dec. 13, 2008.

In addition to her membership at the church, she formerly was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Deshler. She also was a past member of Patrick Henry Board of Education, the WELCA of the churches, and Wide Wake Club of Hamler.

Born Oct. 17, 1920 in McClure to Arthur and Jessie Margaret (Myers) Rayle, she married Raymond F. Hagen on Sept. 1, 1940, and he survives.

Also surviving are four sons, Kenneth, Lewis Center; David, Findlay; James, Perrysburg; and Bruce, Columbia Falls, Mont.; three daughters, Kathleen Militzer, Brighton, Mich.; Linda Gierke, Seward, Neb.; and Melissa Yarian, Perrysburg; two sisters, Janet Parthemore, Woodbury, Penn., and Carolyn Powell, Leipsic; a brother, Donald Rayle, of Troy; 19 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Gierke, and brother, Warren Rayle.


Raymond F. Hagen

RodenBerger-Gray Funeral Home

Raymond F. Hagen, 94, of Deshler, Ohio died Sunday morning, February 28, 2010 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Ohio.

He was born November 2, 1915 in Hamler, Ohio to the late Albert and Wilhelmina (Baden) Hagen.

On September 1, 1940 he married Florence I. Rayle and she preceded him in death on December 13, 2008.

Ray was a lifetime farmer. He was currently a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Hamler, where he was a Sunday School Superintendent and teacher; and previously a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Deshler. He was a member of the Henry County Soil & Water Conservation Board; Farm Bureau; Leipsic Fox Hunter Group; Nut Growers Association; and former Boy Scout Leader.

Ray is survived by his children; Kenneth (Jane) Hagen, Lewis Center, Ohio; Kathleen (William) Militzer, Brighton, Michigan; David (Caren) Hagen, Findlay, Ohio; Linda (Eugene) Gierke, Seward, Nebraska; James (Judy) Hagen, Perrysburg, Ohio; Bruce (Kathy) Hagen, Columbia Falls, Montana and Melissa (Paul) Yarian, Perrysburg, Ohio; 19 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren; two sisters, Esther Sonnenberg, Napoleon, Ohio; Arlene Rathge, Sylvania, Ohio; sister-in-laws, Marie Hagen, Defiance, Ohio; Janet Parthemore, Woodbury, Pennsylvania; Carolyn (Bill) Powell, Leipsic, Ohio; Ruth Rayle, Cleveland, Ohio; and brother-in-law, Donald (Waneta) Rayle, Troy, Ohio.

He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Gierke; sisters, Edna Conley and Lavina Asmus, and brothers, Louis Hagen and Arnold Hagen.


72434. Donald G. Rayle

Dignity Memorial

Donald G. Rayle, age 82, of Troy passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH.

Donald was born in Leipsic, Ohio on May 27, 1929; he was the son of the late Arthur and Jessie (Myers) Rayle.

He was also preceded in death by brother, Warren Rayle; sister, Florence (Ray) Hagen; and brother-in-law, Jack Parthemore.

Donald was a 1947 graduate of Hamler High School and went on to attend University of Findlay for 2 years and then received his Bachelor's degree at The Ohio State University in Electrical Engineering. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army after being drafted out of college. Donald retired from Hobart Brothers after 38 years of dedicated service. He was a very active member of First Lutheran Church, serving as church librarian.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wanetta (Roeth) Rayle; daughters, Amy (Scott) Chapman and Ruth (Philip) Moore; grandson, Ethan Chapman; sisters, Carolyn (William) Powell and Janet Parthemore; sister-in-law, Ruth Rayle; and many nieces and nephews.


72437. Mary Ellen Myers

The Columbus Dispatch (OH)
February 25, 2001

WILBURN Mary E. Wilburn, age 68, of Sunbury died Friday, February 23, 2001 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

Preceded in death by husband David Henry Wilburn; parents Warren and Edith (Dauer) Myers.

She graduated Otterbein College, teacher at Hartford Elementary for 23 years, did volunteer work with Senior Citizens, worked with Friends Who Share.

Survived by daughters, Rebecca Wilburn, Sunbury, Deborah (Don) Thomas, Columbus, Merilee (David) Bash, Columbus; 4 grandchildren, Donald Thomas. Marilynn Bash and Andrea Bash, all of Columbus, Christopher Wilburn, Sunbury; brother, Paul Myers, Bowling Green; 1 niece; 1 nephew; special friend, Eldon Frakes, Sunbury.


72438. Paul Warren Myers

The Sentinel-Tribune (Bowling Green, OH)
October 17, 2009

Paul Warren Myers, 74, of Bowling Green, and most recently a resident at Otterbein- Portage Valley, died peacefully at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Thursday, October 15th, 2009.

Paul was born October 27, 1934 in McClure, Ohio, to the late Edith Mae Dauer and Warren Sharp Myers. He was married to Mary Alice Kepler on April 18, 1959 in Melbern, (West of Bryan) Ohio, and she preceded him in death on January 6, 1969.

He was also preceded in death by his only sister, Mary Ellen Wilburn on February 23, 2001.

Surviving are his son, Timothy L. (Cathy) Myers, Bowling Green; daughter, Joy L. Hobson, Bowling Green; grandchildren Theresa, Andrea and Emily Myers, at home, Jimmie Hobson Jr., Bowling Green, and Jennifer Hobson at home.

Paul was a graduate of McClure High School and an alumnus of Bowling Green State University, where he received his degree in Chemistry in the Liberal Arts College plus a degree in Education.

He began his teaching career with Westwood Schools as their Chemistry and Physics teacher. When Westwood consolidated with the Bowling Green School District he became BG's Pre-Algebra teacher, later switching to seventh grade math and finally retiring after 34 years of teaching as a ninth grade science teacher.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Bowling Green, for 50 years. He was also a former Assistant Cub Master of Pack 338, Basketball referee and poll worker for the Wood County Board of Elections.

Paul enjoyed his retirement by teaching computer courses at Wood County Senior Center, attending Black Swamp Players productions, where he was a Sponsor member, working picture and Suduko puzzles, and was an avid fan of the Cleveland Indians and Browns.


72441. Robert J. Wagner

Northwest Signal (Henry County, OH)
September 10, 2016

Robert Wagner, 83, of Napoleon passed away Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2016.

He was born to the late Jess and Corinne (Meyer) Wagner in McClure, Ohio.

Robert was born and lived in the same house his entire life. Robert served his country proudly in the U.S. Army. Robert owned and operated Wagner's Campground and Greenhouse. Robert loved boating and just watching them go by. He enjoyed polka dancing with his partner, Marilyn, as well as vacationing in Fort Myers, Florida.

Robert is survived by his daughters, Holly (Joe) Barrera of Napoleon, Ohio, and Robin (Bob) Goldstein of Keswich, Virginia; son, Tom (Tammy) Wagner of Luckey, Ohio; sisters, Joyce Sworden and Elizabeth Wolfe; grandchildren, Brittany, Chelsea, Andrea, Eli, Lexie, Cy and Raven.

Robert is preceded in death by his infant son, Todd, and sister, Shirley Kerwin.


72442. Joyce Wagner

The Blade (Toledo, OH)
September 30, 2017

Joyce Sworden, 82, of Napoleon, Ohio, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017, in Grand Rapids, Ohio.

Joyce was born on April 23, 1935 in Napoleon, Ohio to the late Jesse and Corinne (Myers) Wagner.

She married Ned Sworden in October of 1953 in McClure, Ohio and he preceded her in death on March 29, 2015.

Joyce is survived by her sons, Steve Sworden, of McClure, Ohio, Brett (Kathleen) Sworden, of Napoleon, Ohio, James Sworden, of Toledo, Ohio; daughters-in-law, Barbara and Linda Sworden; a sister, Betty Wolfe, of McClure, Ohio; grandchildren, Tyler, Kyle, Samantha, Jesse, Katie, Mitchell and Carly; a great-grandchild, Alexander; nieces, Holly Barrea, Robin Goldstein, Joan Kerwin; and a nephew, Tom Wagner.

Along with her parents and husband, Joyce was preceded in death by a son, Rodney Sworden in 2011; a brother, Robert Wagner; and a sister, Shirley Kerwin.

Joyce was a graduate of McClure High School. After graduation she married the love of her life, Ned. Joyce not only enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her children, but she was an essential part of the family farm. Joyce loved working in their greenhouse, growing all varieties of flowers and tending to the fresh produce they grew and sold at the Sworden Fresh Market Produce Stand. Joyce looked forward to chatting with customers who visited the produce stand where she developed many loyal friends and customers. Joyce never missed the Fred Arps garden segment on the local radio and was honored to be on the show discussing her flowers and produce. When not working on the farm, Joyce enjoyed visiting their family campgrounds along the Maumee River and taking care of the bookkeeping, conversing with the guests and developing long lasting friendships at Swordens Campground. Joyce also enjoyed her trips to Florida, especially Tiki Village. Joyce was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan and also a member of the Perrysburg Red Hats Society.


Ned K. Sworden

Northwest Signal (Henry County, OH)
March 30, 2015

Ned Sworden, 84, of Napoleon passed away Sunday, March 29, 2015, at Northcrest Nursing Home.

Ned was born in Liberty Center, Ohio, to the late Jake and Katie (Kocher) Sworden. He married his loving wife, Joyce, Oct. 3, 1953, in Liberty Center, and she survives.

Ned is survived by his children, Steve Sworden of McClure, Brett (Kathleen) Sworden of Napoleon and James Sworden of Toledo; daughters-in-law, Barbara and Lin; grandchildren, Tyler, Kyle, Samantha, Jesse, Katie, Mitchell and Carly; great-grandchild, Alexander.

He was preceded in death by his son, Rodney Sworden; and sister, Jo Ann Harmon.

Ned graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1948. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps for three years, and was a member of the McClure American Legion Post. Ned was a life-long farmer of vegetables, especially tomatoes, peppers and sweet corn. He served as a Damascus Township trustee for eight years. He was the RV Park Manager of the Sworden Campground in McClure.


Edith Marie Knupke

Sandusky Register (OH)
September 14, 2010

Edith (Knupke) Sargeant, 92, formerly of Monroeville, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2010, at her residence in Theodore, Ala.

She was born March 2, 1918, in Huron, and was a retired homemaker. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Mobile, Ala.

She is survived by two daughters, Alice (Joseph) Avirett of Mobile and Jane (Terry) Ryan of Tyler, Texas; two sons, John (Peggy) Sargeant of Illinois and Paul Sargeant of Sandusky; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; her brother, Wayne (Ruth) Knupke of Huron; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Glenn Sargeant in 1981; parents; and two brothers, Gene and Elmer Knupke.


72447. Robert G. Sargeant

Sandusky Register (OH)
August 30, 2009

Robert Sargeant, 90, of Sandusky and formerly the Bellevue area died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Parkvue in Sandusky.

Mr. Sargeant was born June 16, 1919, in Monroeville, son of the late Clayton and Nellie (Kaufman) Sargeant. He was a farmer his entire life and a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Ohio 99, Monroeville. He served three terms as a Groton Township Trustee.

On Oct. 23, 1943, he married Catherine Frey; she preceded him in death May 13, 2004.

He is survived by two sons, James (Judy) Sargeant, Westerville, Ohio, and Richard (Charlotte) Sargeant, Maumee; daughter, Judith (William) Miller, Sturgis, Mich.; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.


Elnora M. Hill

Sandusky Register (OH)
July 10, 2013

Elnora H. Sargeant, 87, of Monroeville, passed away early Wednesday evening, July 10, 2013, in Providence Care Center, following a brief illness.

She was born June 15, 1926, in Sandusky, daughter of the late Theodore and Vera (LaFavre) Hill. Elnora was a 1944 Sandusky High School graduate. She was a 4-H advisor for more than 70 years and was inducted into the Ohio 4-H Hall of Fame.

She was a member of the Sandusky Choral Society, Erie County Farm Bureau, Extension Homemakers, Lutheran Memorial Auxiliary, and St. John's Lutheran Church where she was the music and choir director. Elnora enjoyed singing, gardening, sewing, and spending time with her family.

Elnora is survived by her three daughters, Cynthia (Bruce) Thayer, of Berlin Heights, Kathleen (James) Norris, of Centerburg, Ohio, and Carolyn (Kenneth) Wilson, of Byesville, Ohio; one son, Lowell (Susan) Sargeant, of Garland, Texas; eight grandchildren, Sharon (Michael) Baxter, Frank (Bettyann) Thayer, Matthew (Dawn) Thayer, Keith Norris, Marie (Travis) Kennedy, Leslie and Kristen Wilson , and Shelly (Kyle) Carpenter; 10 great-grandchildren; her sister, Rosemary Pugh, of Sandusky; several nieces, nephews and other family members.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clair E. Sargeant in 1997; her parents; and twin grandsons in infancy.