Marie (Sargent) Protiva's Obituary
BURTON-AURORA Marie Sargent Protiva, 93 years of age, passed away Wednesday September 28, 2016 at Independence Village in Aurora, Ohio. Born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio on October 15, 1922, she was the daughter of the late William and Lottie (Stoneman) Sargent. A longtime Burton resident, she had resided in Aurora the past 15 years. She was a member of the Burton Congregational Church and a volunteer at Geauga Hospital for many years. Marie had been employed in the office at Solon Sand & Gravel in Mantua from where she retired. One of the first residents at Independence Village, Marie became involved in their numerous activities and was considered ?Family? by the staff and residents. Her spirit and smile will forever be remembered by all who had the opportunity to know and love her. She is survived by many loving nieces, nephews and other extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward Protiva in 1976, and siblings Norman, Howard and Elmer Sargent and Ruby Shaffer. No calling hours. A Memorial service will be held Saturday October 15, 2016, 3:00 P.M. at Independence Village, 505 S.Chillicothe Rd., Aurora, Ohio 44202. A private burial has been held at Maple Shade Cemetery in Auburn Township.Condolences and memories may be shared at www.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua.
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