Madeline Louise Gwirtz, age77, of Springvillage Drive, Mansfield
and formerly of Holtz Road in Shelby, died Friday, May 9, 2008 at RiversideMethodistHospital in Columbus after a short illness.
She was born June 11, 1930 in Syracuse, New York, the daughter of the late Edward and Madeline J. (Smith) Romell. She was a graduate of MilanHigh School and was a homemaker. She used her homemaking skills daily as she was an excellent baker and cook. She took pleasure in playing puzzles, bingo and cards and was a veracious reader. She enjoyed the years she and her husband, Richard, spent in Florida and their traditional fall trips to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee.
Madeline is survived by her children, Rick Gwirtz, Randy Gwirtz, and Lawrence Gwirtz all of Columbus, Lou Anne and Kevin Howell of Shelby, Jodi and Terry Volz of Ontario; 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren;
2 sisters, Katie Weilnua of Milan, Evelyn and Richard Beohler of Monroeville; 6 brothers, Robert and Lou Romell of Milan, Thomas and Patty Romell of Monroeville, Richard and Maryann Romell of Huron, James and Edith Romell of Sandusky, Harold and Kathy Romell of Norwalk, Donald Romell of Sandusky; a sister-in-law, Roberta Romell of South Carolina. Madeline was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Richard S. Gwirtz in 2003, by a brother John Romell and a brother-in-law Howard Weilnua.
Friends may call on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 from 6-9 PM at the Turner Funeral Home,
168 West Main Street, Shelby
where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM with Father Nick Cunningham officiating. Burial will be in Most Pure Heart Of Mary Catholic Cemetery. Memorial expressions may be made to Ronald McDonald House. The family would appreciate on-line condolences at
penwellfuneralhome.com/
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Sharon Sample
Condolence:
I’m very sorry for the loss of your mother. Words cannot express how badly we all feel. My prayers will be with you all for a long time. If you would need anything please let me know as I would like to help in anyway.
A big hug for you all,
Sharon Sample
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Hope Simon-Ashby
Condolence:
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. She was a great person, always willing to give a helping hand.
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Family_of: Madeline Louise Gwirtz
Your_Name: Lara Ball
Condolence:
Jodi,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I really enjoyed talking with your Mom and Dad during 4H. I could always learn a thing or two from both of them. She will be missed.
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Regina Kidwell
Condolence:
Lou Anne, I was so sorry to read of you Mother’s passing. She was such a kind person and always so proud of her family. You were a wonderful support to her, Lou Anne, especially after your Dad’s accident. I hope that all of the good memories, your faith, your family and friends will support you now through these tough days. Regina
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Deb & Don Pratt
Condolence:
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Your mom may no longer be with you on this earth, but she will live on forever in your hearts.God bless you all.
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Family_of: Madeline Louise Gwirtz
Your_Name: Jeannie Romell-Brown family
Email_address: JBROWN006@neo.rr.com
Condolence:
To my Aunt Madelines’ family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Madelines’ family which is also part of mine. Your mother and father will always be remembered by me as very caring and what a sense of family and nurturing they portrayed. They have given us much in love and example.
I personally never forgot the time we made shrinky-dinks in the kitchen and ran around outside during a picnic when we were kids. My sister, Jennifer, and I had a blast that day. Your parents always were fun and had a great sense of humor.
I did not know about this passing until tonight-I would have been present if I had known. She was truely a great woman full of warmth. My familys’ condolences for you and yours. With Love.
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Jackie & Jack Dabney
Condolence:
Lou Anne, We were so sorry to hear about your Mom. You have our deepest sympathies. We are never ready to loose those we love but know she is still with you. If there is anything I can do please let me know. You were a great support to your Mom and I know she appreciated you being not only her daughter but a friend. Please extend to your girls our sympathies as well. Love Jackie
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Family_of: Madeline Gwirtz
Your_Name: Karen Cooper
Condolence:
Jodi,
My prayer goes to you and your family on your mother passing.
With the loss of your loved one it may seem like winter is here to stay but take comfort in the many memories.
I enjoyed what little time I had when we watched OSU football together. Brandon and Kacie have some of those memories of card games.
With deepest sympathy,
Karen Cooper