Jerry V. Marsh's Obituary
SHALERSVILLE-RAVENNA Jerry V. Marsh, 78 years of age, passed Friday December 9, 2016 at the home he built, surrounded by his wife of 56 years Loretta, and his loving daughters. Jerry was born on December 29, 1937 in Charlestown, Ohio the youngest son of the late Jess L. and Dorothy E. (Hoskin) Marsh.After graduating in 1957 from Ft. Myers Florida High School, he joined the U.S. Army serving his country for 3 years. A resident of the Shalersville-Ravenna area the past 56 years, he worked as manager of Hopkin & Kipp Auto parts in Ravenna for 39 years, retiring in 2000 to enjoy his family and travel, especially spending time in Florida. Jerry was a generous and loving grandfather to 8 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren, teaching them his favorite sing a long songs, and timeless practical jokes. On September 30, 1960, he married his devoted wife Loretta (Wojtowicz) Marsh who survives at their home. Also surviving are his daughters Jody L. Marsh-Coleman of Timberlake, Ohio, Julie E. (Paul) Harris and Jessica A. Hoffman both of Shalersville and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death was his brother Robert D. Marsh. No calling hours. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday December 17, 2016, 10:00 A.M. at Portage Faith United Methodist Church, 9922 St.Rt. 44, Mantua, Ohio 44255 with Pastor Joyce Hoile officiating.Jerry will be laid to rest at a private burial at Hillside Cemetery, Shalersville Township, Ohio. In lieu of flowers,donations would be appreciated to Fisher House, 21886 Seabury Ave., Fairview Park, Ohio 44126 to assist Veterans and their families. Arrangements are by the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua where his obituary, condolences and memories may be shared at www.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com.
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