OBITUARIES
A Remembrance of Loved Ones
Elizabeth A. Oddo "Betsy"
June 17, 1966 - May 4, 2023
Elizabeth “Betsy” Ann Oddo, age 56, of Mentor, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Thursday May the 4th, 2023. Betsy was born in Kettering, Ohio on June 17th, 1966 to Linda Gordon (deceased) and Charles Stuart. She graduated with a degree in Communications from Bowling Green State University, where she met her husband, John Oddo, who survives her. Betsy was deeply adored by all who knew her and was a dedicated member of her community. Above all, Betsy was a loving mother, wife, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend. She is remembered most for her boundless love, kindness, compassion, and generosity. She valued family more than anything and found joy in good food, photography, and spending time outdoors. Betsy is preceded in death by her mother, Linda Gordon Stuart, and her brother, Peter Gordon Stuart. Betsy is survived by her father Charles Stuart; her loving husband of 31 years, John Oddo; her children Ian, Dominic, Tommy, and John “Sonny” Oddo; her brother Douglas Gordon (Stefanie) Stuart; her brothers and sisters in law Peter (Kathy) Oddo, Joseph (Tracy) Oddo, Christina (John) Revennaugh; and her nieces and nephews Lily, Bryan, Peter, Nick, and Danielle Oddo, Anthony, John, and Danny Revennaugh, and Vivian and Ben Stuart.
Family will greet friends for a celebration of life at Springbrook Park in Mentor 6776 Heisley Rd on Friday, June 2nd from 3-6pm.
Elizabeth Backer - Blasco
May 19, 1959 - August 9, 2018
Elizabeth A. Blasco (nee Backer) Beloved mother of Amy Blasco; daughter of Steven Backer (Vera) and Billie Jean Smith (deceased); sister of Stephanie Watlers (Don), Christine Labik (John), and Scott Backer; former wife of Robert Blasco and Gary Huber. Elizabeth loved to crochet and do cross stitch.