Shirley Carol Overturf

January 3, 1934 - November 28, 2022

Our beloved mother and the matriarch of our family, Shirley Carol Overturf, age 88, passed away peacefully at home, with her family by her side, on Monday, November 28, 2022. Loving mother of Richard Hatfield, Cheri Quill, Linda Ilacqua, Thomas (Sharon), and Jefferson (Michele); loving grandmother of Bobbie Lynn, Jackie, Heather, Brett, Michael, Kristina, Jefferson, Mack, and Rick “Cody”; Great-grandmother of Kylie, Keira, Alexis, Hayden, Jefferson, and Lexi; beloved Aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Chester, parents William and Sophia Ringler (nee Ringer), son Richard Hatfield, daughter Cheri Quill, twin brothers Gerald and Herald Ringler, sisters Helen Halberg and Eleanore Karkoska. Shirley had a passion for reading and loved animals.  Her biggest passion was walking and riding her bike. Shirley started her career later in life at age 39 when she decided to take her GED test. She scored “Top 10” in the United States and won a scholarship to nursing school. She then started working at the Cleveland Clinic (formerly Euclid General Hospital) where she worked for 25 years before retiring.  For many years she walked or rode her bike every day to work. She worked in the Rehab unit where she made many lifelong friends. She was a kind, compassionate, and a caring nurse that truly loved her job and taking care of her patients. She never missed a day and worked every Holiday. But she still managed to cook a huge meal for her family to enjoy. She always said, “I love my job.” She also enjoyed going to garage sales to find unique things and antiques.  Shirley leaves behind her most beloved furry companions her cat (Jack) and her dogs (Dottie Mae and Macho).

A special thanks to the kind and caring team at the Hospice of Western Reserve for their support and compassion.

There will be a graveside service and Celebration of Life in the Spring of 2023.

Shirley M. Kraft

Kraft, Shirley M., (Willette) 88, of Perry, Ohio passed away August 28, 2022. She was born in Presque Isle, Maine on Jan. 25, 1934, the daughter of Dennis and Clara (Tardy) Willette. She is predeceased by her husband Ralph and siblings Walter (Mary) Willette, Margaret Willette, Lawrence (Joyce) Willette, Earl (Pauline) Willette, Lenwood (Pauline) Willette, and Doris (Philip) Dorety. She is survived by her sister Rita Gibbs/Corradin, and her brother Paul (Kathy), (Edith, late) Willett. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Shirley was known for her gentle nature, generosity, selflessness, caring and nurturing character, her quick sense of humor, being a great audience, always an encourager and a head-turning overcomer. Shirley always had a beautiful smile and hug for everyone. She and her late husband Ralph sponsored her brother Paul Willett’s late wife Edith’s immigration from Newfoundland. Shirley also provided loving, end-of-life care for her son-in-law, Pat’s mom. Shirley was a member of Tri-County Bible Church in Madison, Ohio. She loved Sunday school and weekly homegroup bible study. She was recently baptized in the North Perry Village Pool. Shirley raised her 5 children in Willoughby, Ohio. In her later years she was a private healthcare aid until she was 70. In the last year and a half, she enjoyed respite in Jim and Tammy Kraft’s home. Here she would comment on the privilege she now had to read the Bible (all day if she wanted), read books on faith, watch incredible bible preachers, enjoy nature and watching the birds out the back patio, and visiting with family and friends.  Shirley is survived by her children; Wayne Kraft, Susan (Patrick) Holmes, James (Tamara) Kraft, Virginia Heleen and Jane (Richard) Smith and grandchildren Bryan Holmes, Lynnea Kraft, Jared Kraft, Michael Smith, and Trisha Smith. Local nieces and nephews include: Dan (Joye) Willett, Paula (Gary) Mesojedec, Chris Willett, Cindy (Andy) Hohenbrink, Joe (Elaine) Willett. Dave (Marlene) Kraft, Chris (Kathy) Kraft, Steve (Dory) Kraft among others.

Private services will be held.

Shirley A. Stark

November 24, 1943 - May 30, 2018

Shirley A. Stark, 74, of Madison, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2018. She was born November 24, 1943 in Elyria, Ohio, the daughter of the late Walter and Estelle (nee Hall) Lowe. Shirley is survived by her daughters, Dawn (Ernie) Tremaglio and Debra (Michael) Hall; grandchildren, Tyler, Dominic, Victoria, Jake, and Karmella; sister, Fay Lowe; brother Robert (Loretta) Lowe; sister-in-law, Alice Lowe. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Estelle (nee Hall) Lowe; sister, Betty; brothers, William and Donald James.

A private family service was held.

Shirley L. Ewald

March 29, 1934 - December 7, 2016

Shirley Ewald (nee Seifrit) passed away December 7, 2016 at Burton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.  She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Robert. She was the first of three daughters of John and Mary Seifrit, born and raised in Fairmont, WVA.  After graduating from East Fairmont High School in Fairmont, she attended Fairmont State College where she performed as a majorette, pursued her love of music and earned a degree in music education.  It was there that she also met her husband to be, Robert. A devoted wife and dedicated mother who had breakfast on the table every morning for her children, a packed lunch for school and was home for them at the end of every day.  She will be remembered for her masterful piano playing and teaching, the meticulous way she decorated the family Christmas trees, and her kindness and caring for all.  In later years, she enjoyed waitressing at Cardillos, Town House Restaurant, Chester Diner, and Berkshire Hills Country Club in Chesterland and often reminisced about the friends and acquaintances she met there. Shirley was avid sports fan and enjoyed watching every Cavaliers and Browns game, and rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes. The family would like to thank the Geauga Couny Department on Aging, Meals on Wheels, and especially Grace Hospice for the wonderful services that they provide.  We’d also like to thank neighbor Sandra Prahst for the special care and help provided. Shirley is survived by her husband Robert, sisters Linda Willis and Debbie Seifrit, daughters Beth Dillaha, Diana Ewald, Kathy and husband Pat Porter, son Chris Ewald and wife Suzi, grandchildren Ben and wife Meghan, Ryan, Brandon, Dan, Ethan, and great grandchild John.

Services will be held at a later time.