Mary Elizabeth Redfern, 84, of Kent, died Sunday, November 17, 2013 at her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born October 28, 1929 in Chagrin Falls, to Harvey and Candace (Robinson) White. Mary retired from the Portage County Courts Criminal Division as Head Clerk. She was a member of the Portage County Democratic Party, and enjoyed ceramics, traveling and spending time with her loving family.
She is survived by her son, Mark (Vicki) Redfern of Kent; daughter, Marla Redfern of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren, Marsha Redfern of Cuyahoga Falls, Brian (Kelly) Redfern of Kent, Duane (Christina) Redfern of Burton; great grandchildren, Sean Schwitzgebel of Uniontown, Calvin and Norah Redfern of Kent, Natalie Redfern of Toledo, Ayva and Juliana Redfern of Burton; brother, Harvey C. (Carol) White of Kent; and two nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Redfern; and son, Brad Redfern.
Calling hours will be held 4-9 PM Tuesday, November 19th at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home in Kent, where funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday, November 20th with Pastor Matt McLouth officiating. Burial will be held at Grandview Memorial Park.