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Marie E. Elkins

February 3, 1951 — March 23, 2019

Marie Ellen Elkins, 68, of Kent, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at UH Medical Center in Ravenna, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on February 3, 1951 in Ravenna, to Clarence and Gladys (Delin) Longstreth. She a talented artist and published author. She enjoyed spending time with loved ones, providing meals for her neighbors, and working outdoors. She was outgoing, free spirited and attentive to the needs of others.

Marie Ellen is survived by her loving husband of 30 years Landville Elkins of Cleveland, her son, Mark Proctor of Cleveland; daughter Christine (Anthony) Vacca of Ravenna. She had five grandchildren: Blair Colon, Celeste Proctor, Alyssa Proctor, Julia Proctor, and Onna Vacca. Her siblings included Bill Smith of Ravenna; Dorothy (Ted) Watters of Garrettsville, Virginia Smith of Kent, Roberta Smith of Kent, Jean (Harold) Myers of Kent, Cindi Harriman of Sugarcreek, Cheryl Longstreth of Ravenna, Sue (Mark) Charlton of Ravenna, Nancy (Tom) Haymaker of Ravenna. She also leaves behind many dear nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Gladys Longstreth; son, Benjamin Joseph Proctor; and brothers Larry Longstreth and Donald Smith.

Calling hours will be held 2-3 PM Thursday March 28th at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home in Kent. Celebration of Life Ceremony will follow at Bissler & Sons at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers the family asks for a prepared, covered dish. Following the ceremony, loved ones will provide dinner to the Kentway Residents, where Marie Ellen and her husband lived. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence, Light a Candle or Send Flowers, visit the Tribute Wall at www.bisslerandsons.com.

Calling Hours

MAR 28. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory
628 W Main Street
Kent

Celebration Of Life Service

MAR 28. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory
628 W Main Street
Kent
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