Clara Jean Cruit

Clara Jean Cruit, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, May 27th , 2016, at Fairfield Medical Center. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio on August 5, 1931, to the late Obe and Daisy Grandstaff Smith.

Clara worked for Ohio Bell, Alten’s Foundry, The Hickle Company, and she retired from the Fairfield County Auditor’s Office.

Clara dedicated her life to raising her children and was an amazing person who will be greatly missed. She is survived by her children, Beverlee (Lloyd “Andy”) Anders, George Cruit, and Jodie (Michael) Martinelli of Perrysburg, Ohio; grandchildren, Joshua Anders, Lyndsay Martinelli, and Michael Martinelli; brother-in-law, Robert Bainter; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Anna McCain, Betty Blosser, and Barbara Bainter; brothers, Lawrence “Abe” Smith, Henry Smith, and Obe Smith; nephews, Robert L. Bainter and Rick Blosser; and niece, Virginia Paulis.

A graveside memorial service will take place at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery, Lancaster. Caring Cremation has taken place through the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Lancaster.

Special thank you to Dr. Ralph Romaker for his compassionate care of Clara.

Memorials can be made in memory of Clara to the Fairfield County Meals on Wheels, 253 Boving Rd, Lancaster, Ohio 43130. Online condolences can be made at www.funeralhome.com

In loving Memory of Clara Jean Cruit

August 5, 1931-May 27, 2016

Please join us for a memorial service and luncheon to celebrate the spirit of Clara Jean Cruit, on Friday August 5th at 11:30AM at Maple grove Cemetery.

We thank you all for the support you have shown us at this difficult time.

-Bev, George, and Jodie.

Graveside Service

11:00 AM ,Friday, August 5, 2016
Maple Grove Cemetery
900 N Main Street Baltimore, OH 43130