Leroy D. Abel 79, of Bolivar, died Wednesday October 11, 2023, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. Born August 22, 1944, in Mineral City, he was a son of the late Clarence E. and Estella B.(Russell) Abel.
He was a self-employed carpenter and especially enjoyed installing drywall and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, the former Betty J. Smitley, whom he married August 23, 1966. Also surviving are his children Betti Jo (Brad) Mitchell of Bolivar, John E. (Fannie) Abel of Ragersville and Bobbi J. Abel of Mineral City; 7 grandchildren James, Angelina, Carissa, Jaymason, Russell, Corbin, Michael and a brother Donald Abel of Mineral City.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 brothers Clarence, John and Wilbert and 2 sisters Bertha and Deborah.
In keeping with Leroy’s wishes, cremation will take place and period of visitation and celebration of his life will take place at the Lebold-Smith Funeral Home in Bolivar at a date to be announced later.
Lebold-Smith Funeral Home
248 Park Avenue SW
Bolivar, OH 44612
330.874-3113
www.smithfuneralhomesugarcreek.com
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