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Edith M. Schmelzer

Edith M. Schmelzer, 93 of Richwood died Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at her home.  She was born September 2, 1920 in Nantwich, Cheshire, England to the late William and Elizabeth Hill. On November 24, 1944 she married Ralph E. Schmelzer and he died June 21, 1996. She resided in Richwood for 68 years and was proud of becoming a U. S. Citizen on December 14, 1956.  Edith enjoyed all her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed reading, spending time in her garden, having family get-togethers and following all her family in their sports activities.  She loved to knit and sit on her porch watching the birds, deer and squirrels play in the yard. She is survived by her children, Mike (Shirley) Schmelzer, Indian Lake; Margaret (Steve) Asher, Marion; Ralph Schmelzer; Roberta (Mike) Drumm, Sue (Ralph) Huffman, Tom (Kathy) Schmelzer, JoAnn (Mike) Tosco, all of Richwood; grandchildren, Joe (Amy) Schmelzer;  Dan (Carolyn) Asher; April (Karl) Whitt, all of Marion; Dawn (Joe) Howald, LaRue; Mike Drumm; Eric Schmelzer; Mike (Kelly) Tosco; Kim (Joe) Brill all of Richwood; John (Jennifer) Drumm, Delaware; Jennifer (Jonathan) Butts, Hilliard; Jamie Schmelzer, Mt. Victory; Marcus (Jess) Schmelzer, Milford Center; Mike Huffman, Urbana; great-grandchildren, Austin (Cadence) Schmelzer; Elizabeth Workman; Erica Workman; Zach Howald; Patricia Huffman; Taylor Brill; Tarryn Brill; Jeremiah Brill; Destiny Proffitt; Caelan Schmelzer; Alexander Butts; Troy Workman; Shaina Huffman, Ryan Huffman, Alexia Huffman; Charles Whitt; Stephanie (Shawn) Swartz, Seth Asher; Logan Asher; great-great-grandchildren, Sabastion Schmelzer and Lydia Schmelzer; eight step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gordan (Anne) Hill, England. She was preceded in death by three sisters and four brothers; and an infant daughter. Funeral services will be Monday, July 21, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood with Rev. Dave Dipietro officiating.  Burial will follow in Claibourne Cemetery.  Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 4 at the funeral home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to Richwood R.E.A.P., 235 Grove Street, Richwood, OH  43344 or the Richwood Personal Needs Pantry, 18 S. Fulton Street, Richwood, OH  43344 Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Claibourne Cemetery Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Terry, Maria & Kyle Chandler Lancaster, OH Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 12:38 PM Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. #2 from: Linny Jividen Berlin, Germany Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 1:08 PM Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. Linny, Frank and Tonya #3 from: Deb Tevis Clayton Wadsworth Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 2:59 PM JoAnn, To a friend and fellow classmate... I'm sorry to hear the loss of your Mom. You are blessed to have such a big family of which many still live in the area.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the families.   We're sending a memorial gift to R.E.A.P. in your Mom's memory. God Bless, Dave/Deb (Tevis) Clayton #4 from: April Gray Tennessee Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 3:29 PM Dear Cousins, Was sorry to hear about Sweet Aunt Edith.  She was such a sweet and gentle soul.  She was always happy in a contageous way.  She would even smile and laugh when working her behind off at IGA.  I love her as many do.  I'm sure you are proud to call her your mother.   Love you all - April Gray & Family #5 from: Sherry Hitt/Neibarger & Fred E. Neibarger Marysville,Ohio Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 6:12 PM We are sorry to her about your loss--our thoughts and prayers are with your family. #6 from: Dennis & Betty Kinikin Richwood Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 7:02 PM It is such a sad day now that your mom is gone. She was such a wonderful person. I really enjoyed her laughing. Betty and I have enjoyed being her neighbor for these many years. #7 from: Rick and Norma Marysville Thu, Jul 17, 2014 at 7:45 PM Mike and Family We are very sorry for your loss...you are all in our prayers. #8 from: Tammy hitt   Fri, Jul 18, 2014 at 12:46 AM I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers goes out to your family. #9 from: bill Nibert   Fri, Jul 18, 2014 at 5:36 AM So sorry for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother. and Great grandmother. She was a wonderful woman.                            Johna and Bill Nibert #10 from: Bonnie Bell Prospect, Ohio Fri, Jul 18, 2014 at 7:03 AM Margaret and Family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear Mother. Bonnie #11 from: Kay Bucyrus Fri, Jul 18, 2014 at 9:43 AM Sue, and family. So sorry for your lose. May God, be with you and your family. #12 from: Ron Craig Marion, Ohio Fri, Jul 18, 2014 at 11:03 AM My sincere condolences. #13 from: Carol Ann Lookabaugh-Pitts Calgary, Alberta Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 5:36 AM We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with all of you during this time. #14 from: Clint & Carolyn Collins Zephyrhills,Florida Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 7:59 AM I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Edie my condolences go to all of my cousins and their families. I have a lot of good memories of when I was younger and Mom & Dad taking us to visit Uncle Ralph and Aunt Edie, then later in years visiting at family reunions,she would always make you laugh,she will be greatly miss as our family is getting much smaller.God bless you all. #15 from: Donna Temple and Bertie Evans Richwood Mon, Jul 21, 2014 at 9:30 AM Mom and I are sending our sympathy and keeping your family in our prayers. We both have lots of fond memories from being neighbors, church and working at the grocery store. #16 from: Nancy Tanner Shuster Richwood Sat, Aug 2, 2014 at 10:24 PM Margaret,Joan and family, I didn't know until I read it in the paper, would have liked to have seen you. Your Mama was a lovely lady I can remember her lovely smile and laughter. Please except my deepest sympathy.

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