Russell W. Maier

RUSSELL W. MAIER age 90. Beloved husband for 68 years of the late Marjorie (nee Durk). Loving father of Sharon L. Gilbert (husband Richard), Thomas R., (wife Billie), and Annette L. Cherished grandfather of Allison (Gilbert) Broadfield (husband Arlen), David P., and Mark T. Maier (wife Christina) and great-grandfather of John P., Thomas G., David H. and Maximilian M. Maier, Andrew G. and Adam Durk Broadfield. Cherished son of the late William and Esther (nee Heckel). Dear brother of the late Robert and Lois.

Russell worked at Steel Improvement & Forge in Cleveland, Ohio as a Die Sinker for 44 years. He was always involved in church life and loved helping others in any way he could. He enjoyed his many volunteer opportunities as he loved people and learning about their lives. Russell had a great sense of humor and will be remembered as a kind man who loved people.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Russ’s memory to New Life Hospice of Elyria 5255 North Abbe Rd Elyria, OH 44035 or Emmanuel Lutheran Church 360 Princeton Ave Elyria, OH 44035.

Graveside service Saturday August 18, 2012 at 10 AM at Alger Cemetery 16710 Bradgate Ave Cleveland, OH 44111. (Please meet inside gates). A service in Russ’s memory to celebrate his life will take place on Saturday August 18 at 2:00 PM at the Wesleyan Village 807 West Ave Elyria, OH 44035. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Russ at THE DANIEL L. BERRY-DONALD MARTENS & SONS FUNERAL HOME 26691 DETROIT RD (1 MILE WEST OF COLUMBIA RD) WESTLAKE RD).