Patricia E. Seckler

Patricia E. Seckler of Hubbard, OH, died on Friday (11-02-2007) in the Cleveland Clinic. She was 67. Mrs. Seckler was born in Youngstown, OH on September 29, 1940, a daughter of John Barry and Dorothy Murphy. A 1957 graduate from South High School, Pat furthered her education by receiving Masters Degrees from the University of Illinois and Youngstown State University. Pat was an educator and retired from the Brookfield Local School System in 2001 after 35 years as an English, Spanish, and special education teacher. For many years Pat has enjoyed raising, showing, and caring for Airedale’s. In her spare time she was active in the fiber arts, and an avid knitter. Pat is survived by her husband Thomas L. Seckler whom she married May 17, 1979; two daughters Laura Soltis of Columbus, OH, Rachel Workman and her husband Todd of Ostrander, OH; and a son James Seckler of Cleveland, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the Madasz Funeral Chapel 6923 Warren-Sharon Road, Brookfield. Private family funeral services will be held Wednesday. As an expression of sympathy, and lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Angels for Animals 4750 State Route 165 Canfield, OH 44406 or to Airedale Rescue and Adoption 1123 Vesper Road Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Condolences may be mailed to Laura Soltis 63 East Royal Forest Blvd. Columbus, Ohio 43214.