Corinne A. Purtill

CORINNE A. PURTILL (nee Caster) age 78, beloved wife for 50 years of Donald; loving mother of Michael and Carly Purtill (Jonathan Melzer); cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Ann (nee Chervenak) Caster; dearest sister of Jan Caster, Beth Shea, the late Tom Caster (Rose), and the late Bob Caster (Cindy); sister-in-law of the late Kathy; dear aunt of Jerry and Kim Caster, Monica Smalley, Brett Caster, Jim and Jackie Shea.

Corinne was born on July 12, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio and has made Highland Heights home for the past 37 years. At an early age Corinne expressed a passion for education and pursued her dream through continued education of her own. She attended Cleveland State University for her undergrad. During her tenure at CSU she participated in many extracurriculars, but was especially proud of her position as President of Beta Sigma Omicron Sorority. After completing her undergrad, Corinne went on to earn a Master of Education degree from Columbia University. Her teaching career began in the East Cleveland School System, where she taught for three years, before moving on to Orange City School District. Her time there expanded over the duration of 33 years.

Corinne and Don relished in worldly travels, such as visiting 49 states, exploring Europe and Asia, and going on frequent wine tasting trips. Every year, the two would escape from the freezing temperatures of Ohio winters and travel to Fort Myers Beach. She also enjoyed the simplicities of life, like watching the Cleveland sports teams, taking walks in her neighborhood with her sister and husband, as well as strolls on the beach while watching the sunset.

Corinne always put others before herself, which not only made her a terrific mother, but a devoted caregiver to both her mother and sister-in-law during their times of fading health. On December 2, 2024, Corinne passed away, leaving her family and friends missing her amazing homemade meals, tender heart, and the joy she provided just by being present in their lives.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of Corinne to Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Research by clicking HERE. 

Please meet for a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at St. Paschal Baylon Catholic Church, 5384 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights, OH 44143, at 10 AM. 

Burial following at All Souls Cemetery. 

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Corinne at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) MONDAY from 3-7 PM.