Jack Henry Ruth
Dec. 9, 1925 - Jan. 21, 2012
Jack Ruth, 86, of Elyria, Ohio passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in his sleep Saturday, January 21, 2012. He was born in Cleveland, OH on December 9, 1925.
Jack was a life-time member of the VFW, Thomas Mihalis Memorial Post 1079. He was a WWII Navy veteran. Jack was a talented musician
, playing saxophone in several area big bands, an avid golfer, a bowler, a voracious reader and a gentle soul with a quick wit and ready smile.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Teddy Ruth; his son Barry (Brenda) Ruth of Houston, TX; his daughters Robin Ruth (John Eichenlaub) of Akron, OH and Laurie Ruth of Chicago, IL and five grandchildren: Diana (Jared) Bass of Carrollton, TX, Lauren (Casey) O'Bryant of Irving, TX and Meredith and Kevin Eichenlaub of Akron, OH and Julia Ruth of Chicago, IL.
Visitation is Thursday, January 26, 2012, 5:00 - 8:00 PM.
Services at the funeral home will be Friday, January 27th at 11:00 AM.
He will be buried at the Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman.
Busch Funeral Services
114 Second St.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
(Elyria Chronicle-Telegram: January 24, 2012)
Christopher Cosgrave Eichenlaub
Oct. 17, 1952 - Oct. 9, 2011
Christopher C. Eichenlaub, 58, of Elyria, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, October 9, 2011 from a sudden haart attack.
Chris was born October 17, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan.
He was a 1970 Elyria High School graduate. Chris was the current Safety Service Director for The City of Elyria, a position he served since 2006. Previously he was the Assistant Safety Service Director for The City of Elyria and was in charge of Community Development. He started working at 14 years old for Quik-Way Auto Wash in Elyria and in 1983 became the car wash’s owner and operator, where Chris made numerous acquaintances.
His dedication to the community was exhibited in his many endeavors; he was active in both Midview and Elyria Catholic athletics. Chris served as Treasurer of The Midview Athletic Booster Club, and on The Midview Endowment Board. He took great personal satisfaction in promoting youth sports. Chris will always be remembered as a gifted entrepreneur; his leadership skills were always fair yet firm. His greatest passion was spending time with his family. He enjoyed golf, watching football and basketball.
Survivors include his mother, JoAnn Eichenlaub (nee Cosgrave) of Elyria; sons, Jordan D. and Cole D., both of Elyria; daughters, Hannah D. Bender (Jason) of Puyallup, Washington and Adrienne D. of Elyria; additional survivors include his sister, Marsha Price (Ted) of Avon Lake; brothers, John, Jr. (Robin) of Akron, Andrew D. (Rita) of Avon, Matthew J. (Kimberly) of Elyria; and his wife of 22 years, Lynn Downing of Clearwater Beach, Florida.
Chris was preceded in death by his father, John L.; and his brother, Dick.
The family suggests memorial contributions in Chris’ memory to The Midview Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 121, Grafton, OH 44044.
(Elyria Chronicle-Telegram: October 12, 2011) || (Cleveland Plain Dealer: October 12, 2011)Dickinson Henry Eichenlaub
Nov. 3, 1950 - Nov. 9, 2010
Dickinson Henry Eichenlaub, 60, of Elyria, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at Amherst Hospital, following a long illness of Multiple Sclerosis.
He was born November 3, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan.
He had touched many lives as an instructor at Lorain County Community College of Computer Technology. Dickinson was Systems Manager of The Elyria Municipal Court and part owner of a theatrical company that toured several states taking "Live Theatre" into elementary schools. At his request, his body has been donated to the Cleveland Clinic for Multiple Sclerosis research. He is a hero on the battlefield of medicine.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanor Eichenlaub (nee Katko); long time companion, Nell Fike; daughter, Rachel Mazur (Joe) of Elyria; grandson, Dylan; mother, JoAnn L. Eichenlaub (nee Cosgrave); sister, Marsha Price (Frank) of Estero, Florida; brothers, John L., Jr. (Robin) of Akron, Christopher C. of Elyria, Andrew D. (Rita) of Elyria, Matthew J. (Kim) of Elyria and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father in 2000, John L. Eichenlaub.
Memorial contributions in Dickinson’s memory can be sent to The Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1422 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113.
(Elyria Chronicle-Telegram: November 11, 2010)John Lawler Eichenlaub, Sr.
Dec. 7, 1918 - Dec. 9, 2000
John L. Eichenlaub, Sr. of Elyria died Saturday at EMH Regional Medical Center after a short illness.
Born in Columbus, he lived in Elyria for 36 years.
He was an aeronautical engineer at the Lear-Siegler Co. in Elyria for 23 years before retiring in 1980.Prior to joining Lear-Siegler, Mr. Eichenlaub had been the National Sales Manager and Chief Pilot for Airwork and General Aircraft (Detroit and Cleveland respectively).
He served in the Army Air Corp during W.W. II where he was a P-51 pilot. After WW II, he served in the Air Force Reserves as a pilot and pilot instructor before retiring with the rank of Major.
Mr. Eichenlaub was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Elyria, the Elyria Knights of Columbus Council 774 and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
He enjoyed reading and playing golf. He, with his sons, founded the Father's Day Golf Invitational in 1975.
Survivors include his wife, JoAnn (nee Cosgrave); a daughther, Marsha Price of Grafton, sons John L. Jr. of Akron;Christopher of Grafton and Dickinson, Andrew and Matthew, all of Elyria; 18 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a brother, Joseph L.
Elyria Chronicle-Telegram: December 2000.