Gertrude G. Hernan

Gertrude G. "Gertie" Hernan, 92, of Kent, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at Altercare of Brimfield, after a short illness. She was born December 16, 1917 in Youngstown, to Charles and Anna Gertrude (Thomas) Heath. She was a member of Victory Baptist Temple in Brimfield. Gertrude was an avid card player especially Euchre, enjoyed golf, traveling and loved her cat. She was a friendly outgoing person who enjoyed spending time with old friends and making new friends. Gertrude enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family has many fond memories of playing in the snow with their Mom. The family wishes to thank the staff at Altercare of Brimfield for their loving care. She is survived by her children, Frances Hernan of Kent, Michael Hernan of Deerfield, MaryLou Baltrinic of Springfield Twp and Lori (Alan) Coogan of Kent; grandchildren, William (Susan) Longfield of Arizona, Linda (Vern) Gerber of Kansas, Donald (Donna) Longfield of Oklahoma, James Longfield of Chicago, IL, Susan Longfield of New Jersey, Laura (Ryan) King of Green, Patricia (Jim) Brumbaugh of Kent and Mark (Tatum) Heath of California; and several great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Hernan; brother, Jack Heath; sisters, Florence Dimmerling and Loretta Kiktavy; son-in-law, Pete Baltrinic. Calling hours will be held 5-7 PM Friday, October 8th at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory in Kent, where funeral services will be held 7:00 PM with Pastor Chuck Whetsel officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Massillon. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Hospital, Attn: Memorial Department, 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis, TN 38105.