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Elizabeth "Betty" Gebler nee Kriausky (Kriauckas) entered into eternal rest on December 21, 2017. Born May 20, 1932 in Clymer, PA to the late Anthony Kriausky (Kriauckas) and Ona (11 Anna”) Gudaitis; Mother found her one and only true love, William 11Bill" Gebler while working at Southern Bell. Married April 7, 1956, they are survived by their five children; Mark (Debi); Kirk (Mary Kay); Lisa (Gary) Bowser; Jon (Molly); Eric (Michelle); 18 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Upon the passing of her beloved Bill in 1976, Mother took a job at the Chagrin Falls Post Office and became a 11 fixture" as a window clerk, greeting and serving her customers joyously for 30 years. A lifelong Catholic, she was very involved at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, serving on Parish Council; as an usher and filling in as secretary when asked, as well as being involved in outreach and evangelization opportunities. Mother made sure to attend every recital, sporting event, production and play of her children and grandchildren.
Visitation at St. Johns Funeral Home, 16381 Chillicothe Rd. Bainbridge Twp, OH, on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM; all are welcome. The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Chagrin Falls on December 28th at 10:00 AM, with Fr. David A. Runnion officiating.
A private family burial service will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Chagrin Falls. The family would appreciate contributions in memory of Elizabeth to Montefiore Vinney Hospice, 1 David N. Myers Pkwy, Beachwood, OH 44122 or by visiting www.montefiorecare.org Arrangements by Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home Chagrin Falls, OH. www.stroudlawrence.com
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