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Harriett Ryerson Obituary
Jan 8, 2024
Norwalk
Harriett M. (Schug) Ryerson, 96, of Bellevue and formerly of Norwalk, passed away Monday evening, Jan. 8, 2024, at The Willows at Bellevue.
She was born Aug. 9, 1927, in Monroeville, to Arthur and Ethel (Stotz) Schug. She was a 1945 graduate of Monroeville High School, worked at Huron County Bank from 1945-1953, and then worked at Cleveland Central Nation Bank until 1958. She is the longest tenured member of United Church of Christ in Monroeville and was active over the years in its Women's Ministry. She enjoyed taking care of her home and children and especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She loved all Cleveland sports and Ohio State football and basketball. She enjoyed watching all the activities on her son-in-law's farm and especially enjoyed playing bridge and being active in her three bridge clubs.
She is survived by her daughters, Laurie (Kevin) Erf of Bellevue and Linda (Joseph) Brobst of Plain City; grandchildren, Megan, Daniel, Joey, Katie, and LeAnn; and great-grandchildren, Logan, Charlee, Gabe, and Levi.
Harriett was preceded in death by her husband in 1996, Donald A. Ryerson to whom she married in 1958; parents; and sisters, Althea Miller and Mary Davis.
Visitation for family and friends will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, until the time of Harriett's service at 11:30 a.m. at Evans Funeral Home, 314 E. Main Street, Norwalk, with Pastor Wayne Chasney officiating. Private burial will be at Meadow Green Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be sent to United Church of Christ, 29 Chapel Street, Monroeville, Ohio, 44847.
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Jane Holmer
January 26, 2024
I will always be grateful for the honor of knowing Harriet. The birthday wall hanging was special. Got one after I saw her r s to gift my mother in law. Will always have her mince meat cookie recipe. Special lady. RIP
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