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Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Mr. Timothy Roger McDonnell

Timothy Roger McDonnell, 69, formerly of LaGrange, passed away in Lakeland, Florida on November 8, 2016, following a lengthy illness. He was born October 29, 1947 in Elyria, to Roger and

Agnes McDonnell, who preceded him in death in 1986 and 1996.

Tim was a lifelong resident of Elyria and LaGrange, before moving to Florida in 2014. He graduated from

Elyria Catholic High School, Class of 1965 and Lorain County Community College where he obtained degrees in Industrial and Mechanical Engineering. He was an engineer for much of his career but in his earlier years he worked for the Railroad, the U.S. Steel Mill and the American Shipbuilding Company. He achieved lifelong membership as a certified manufacturing engineer by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.

His hobbies included farming, gardening and wood working. He was known for his incredible wood

working ability and shared his talent with family and friends. He crafted a variety of projects including

cradles for his grandchildren, each one unique and beautiful. In his younger days, he was a proud Eagle

Scout, volunteered as a firefighter, raised cows and sheep, and owned a goat dairy. He had a great sense of humor and was incredibly devoted to his family and friends. 

Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Diane McDonnell (nee Elgin); children, Kyle (Becky) McDonnell, Ryan McDonnell, Kathleen Frey and former son-in-law, Adam Frey, Tom (Jodi) McDonnell, Nicholas (Jennifer) Williamson, Bridgette (Brian) Wolfensperger, and Jenna (Josh) Campbell; twelve grandchildren, Morgan, Miranda: Kayler, Parker: Emma, Taylor and Henry: Owen and Lauren: Leah and Luke: and Maeve. He also leaves behind two sisters, Madalyn (Gabe) Torres and Diane (Steve) Kline, as well as nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961 on Saturday, December 17, 2016 from 12:00 PM until the time of the Memorial Service at 1:00 PM, Rev. Charles T. Diedrick, Pastor, officiating.

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 3:27:49 PM

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Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Theodore "Teddy" Giovannazzo

Elyria - Theodore "Teddy" Giovannazzo, 21, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016.  

He was born in Elyria, OH to his loving parents, David and Shawna (nee Bregen) Giovannazzo. 

Teddy lived in Elyria graduating from St. Jude School and Elyria Catholic High School. Teddy was taking classes at Lorain County Community College while employed at Alco Manufacturing.  

Teddy spent his free time fishing, hunting, and golfing. Growing up he spent Saturdays with his family cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes. Teddy was extremely generous to help or lend a hand to his family and friends. He always greeted everyone with a smile and he was well known for his witty sense of humor. Teddy possessed many remarkable qualities that family and friends adored: humble, generous, respectful, genuine, family- oriented, and kind- hearted. 

Teddy is survived by his parents, David and Shawna (nee Bregen) Giovannazzo; sister, Amanda Giovannazzo; grandmother, Gertrude Bregen; pet companion, Gia; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 

Teddy is preceded in death by his grandparents, Dominic and Audrey Giovannazzo; and Theodore Bregen.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961 on Sunday, December 11, 2016 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM. Closing prayers will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 9:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, December 12, 2016 at St. Mary Church, 320 Middle Avenue, Elyria, Fr. Rev. Charles T. Diedrick, Pastor, officiating. Christian burial services will be held at St. Mary Cemetery in Elyria. Memorial donations may be made in Teddy's name to St. Mary Church, 320 Middle Avenue, Elyria, OH 44035. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

 

 

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 6:15:00 PM

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