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Mary Ksenich

Mary Ksenich

  • October 4, 1924 - April 27, 2011
  • Lorain, Ohio
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“I am truly sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers as you transition through this difficult time. ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Nancy Serrano Carlino

“Sorry for your loss of your mother she was a great person they both were . they will be missed , Even when they are going they still live in your...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Sue and Jeff Beam & Family - OH

“Dear George & Gail: Please accept our most sincere condolonces on the loss of your Mother. Our prayers are with your Mom and your family. I'm...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Bob & Judi Greuter - Amherst, OH

“Dear Pam, I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. I remember talking with her so many times years ago either in the Southview Commons or...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Mark Shaffer - Lorain, OH

“Dear Cousins; Our hearts are saddened at the lost of your dear mother; even though we know she is at peace with the Lord and her beloved George. ...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Steve and Eleanor Nishanian - OH

“Mom/GrandMa, You have always been there for us whenever we needed guidance and direction! You were a great listener, teacher and the best Mother...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: George, Gail, George & Gannon

“I remember Mary sharing her family recipe for Chicken Paprikas with my mother, Cathryn Placidi, in the 1950's. It became our special occasion meal-...Read More » ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Cynthia (Placidi) Rohrs

“We were so sad to hear that Auntie Mary passed away, she was so loving and kind. We find peace in knowing that she is not alone but that she has...Read More » ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Sara Curtan - Neice


Mary B. Ksenich (nee Seman), age 86, of Lorain, died on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake following a short illness surrounded by the love and presence of her family.

She was born on October 4, 1924 in Cleveland to Steve and Anna (nee Mitro) Seman. She moved to Lorain after marrying her husband, George, in 1953.

During World War II, Mary was a “Rosie the Riveter”doing factory work. While living in Lorain, she worked as a waitress at Heilman’s Restaurant. When Southview High School opened in 1969, she began working there in the snack bar at the cafeteria there. She retired in 1985.

She enjoyed crocheting and doing needle point, and bowled in league bowling for many years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed watching classic movies. A proud grandmother, she found much enjoyment in spending time with her grandsons.

She is survived by her sons, George (Gail), of Amherst and Howard (Fran), of Lorain, his daughters, Pamela Ksenich, of Lorain and Debora Ksenich, of LaGrange; 3 grandsons, George, Gannon and Dan.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George on October 10, 2010; her brothers, Steve, Albert and John Seman and her sisters, Anna Seman and Barbara Curtan.

The family will receive friends on Friday, April 29, 2011 from 2:00 -4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Rd., Amherst, where a Parastas service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Panachida will be held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral center followed by Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. at St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, 2711 West 40th St., Lorain. Fr. Dennis Hrubiak will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.