Jean A. Cleveland, 85, of Green Springs, OH passed away Monday, August 1, 2017 at St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo, OH. She was born on November 9, 1931 in Bellevue, OH to Elmer and Florence (Craig) Zepernick.
Jean was a 1949 graduate of Green Springs High School. She worked for the Fremont Kroger’s for fifteen years as Head Deli Clerk. Jean married former husband Clifton Cleveland on June 17, 1950 and he preceded her in death on September 13, 2011. She was a member of Old Fort Church, VFW Women’s Auxiliary Post 6067, Clyde Eagles and the Finger Pickers Quilt Guild. Jean was also a 4H leader for ten years in Sandusky County. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and painting.
Jean is survived by her children, Stephen Cleveland, Circle Pines, MN, Lynn (Kay) Cleveland, Harrison, OH, Patrick (Kathy) Cleveland, Terry Cleveland, both of Green Springs, OH, Jeffrey (Jackie) Cleveland, Tiffin, OH, Sarah (Chris) Humbert, Green Springs, OH, Shawn (Wendy) Cleveland, Upper Arlington, OH; siblings, Kenneth (Van) Zepernick, Green Springs, OH; Ruth Ann (Jim) Audritsh, Woodburn, OR, Elizabeth (Ted Overmyer) Butzin, Helena, OH; brother-in-law, Dave Christoff, Woodburn, OR; twenty-two grandchildren, twenty-seven great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents; former husband; son and daughter-in-law, Douglas (Becky) Cleveland and sister, Jane Christoff.
Memorial Visitation: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 211 N. Broadway St, Green Springs, OH 44836.
Memorial Service: Thursday, August 10, 2017, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Norman Murray officiating.
Burial: Green Springs Cemetery
Memorials can be made to Donor’s Choice in honor of Jean.
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Deborah Hollander
So sorry for your loss. I always loved spending time at your house baking cookies.RIP Jean.
Cindy Schuller
I am so sorry to hear of this loss for you all.
Sending love , prayers, and hugs to you all .
Pat Wener Rayburn
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cynthia Schubach
My condolences in this time of sadness. Jean has brightened so many lives, she will be remembered forever. My thoughts and prayers to her precious family.
Cynthia Schubach
My condolences in this time of sadness. Jean has brightened so many lives, she will be remembered forever. My thoughts and prayers to her precious family.
Suzanne Hoy
I’m so sorry for your loss. Mimi was a special person who will always be remembered with loving thoughts.
Cindy Notestine
So sorry for your loss ..you have my sincere condolences.
Franz Dutro family
We’re sorry to read of Mrs. Cleveland’s passing. Our prayers are with your family.
Rita Terry
Sorry to hear about Jean’s passing. Jean and my mother were good friends. Jean baked my wedding cake it was beautiful. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
DORIS KOKE
THE FAMILY OF JEAN CLEVELMD, TONY AND I WISH TO EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. SHE WAS A GRAND LADY AND ALWAYS WITH A SMILE AND HAPPINESS WHOEVER SHE MET. GOD GRANT ALL LOVE AND PEACE.
Joanne & Donald Cutts
Sorry to hear of Jean’s death. Condolences to the family.For those who might not recognize the name I am the former Joanne Seiler, Leo Seiler’s daughter.
The Vaughn family
May God’s promises found at Acts 24:15 and Psalms 37:29 bring comfort to you and your family during this difficult time.
Clara Mae
I’m so sorry that this has happened to Jeanne. I’m so sorry that I didn’t get to come. I know that I will see her in heaven. But I will miss her so much. Love, your cousin Clara Mae.
Marie Shimer Perkins
My heart aches with yours at the loss of Jean. Your mom and dad were such a special part of my childhood as our families enjoyed the Green Springs Band together. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.