ANN E. SVEC (nee Dzurko), age 89, beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of Linda Phillippe, Nancy, Sharon and Bill Svec (wife Jackie); devoted grandmother of Austin (fiancé Meg LaPree) and Ryan Phillippe and Billy Svec; cherished daughter of the late Edward and Mary (nee Clema) Dzurko; dearest sister of the late Edward Dzurko (wife Marge, deceased), Irene Gaydos (husband Emil, deceased) and Cyril Dzurko (wife Mitzi); dear aunt and great-aunt of many.
Ann was born on October 27, 1931 in Dunmore, PA and passed away on October 28, 2020. She raised her family in Maple Heights until 2009 when she moved to Burton. Ann had a kind, caring spirit and she was always there to listen wholeheartedly. She prayed earnestly and constantly for her children, grandchildren, family, and friends. Ann truly put God first in her daily life. She was a faithful parishioner of St. Wenceslas, St. Monica’s, and St. Helen’s Catholic Church. She was passionate about her involvement in the Legion of Mary, the Ladies Auxiliary Guild, Homebound Ministry, Friends of the Library, Eucharist Adoration, and volunteering at Geauga Senior Center. Ann will be remembered most for her faithful devotion to God and her encouragement and love for others.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Ann to The American Lung Association or 40 Days for Life https://www.40daysforlife.com/donate.aspx.
Mass of Christian Burial Monday, November 2, 2020, at 11AM at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Rd, Newbury Township, OH 44065. Private family burial will take place at All Saints Cemetery at a later date. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Ann at ST. HELEN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH MONDAY MORNING 10-11AM.
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Bob and Carole Bates
Sincere condolence to you Bill and Jackie. May she rest in peace
Joy R.
Praying for all who Ann touched with precious smile and beautiful devotion to her Faith. Such an inspiration to all! May the Family feel God’s comfort during this time.
Evans family
Sharing your sadness as you prepare to say goodbye to your love one. Continue to rely on God and know that he hears your prayers, because he cares for you.
Truly sorry for your loss.
Allen Mormile
Beautiful tribute to Ann❤️
Keeping everyone in thoughts and prayers!! ❤️❤️
Mary Lynn & Rick Carver
Linda, Nancy, Sharon, Bill, Jackie, Billy, Ryan & Austin. We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Ann’s passing. Her gentle, prayerful spirit will be missed. May God send all of you peace & comfort at this difficult time. Asking blessings for your family, The Carvers
Beth Figo
Sending our condolences to all of you. Your mom was a wonderful woman. We enjoyed her visits to Nancy’s. The pictures are beautiful, you did a great tribute to your mom. Nancy hugs to all. Love Beth, Jim, and Betty ❤️❤️
Virginia Mollner
May God’s Love and Peace be with the Svec family! May sweet memories of your lovely mother, Ann, always bring you comfort and remind you of her love of Family & Faith! With sincere condolences—Virginia Mollner & Family
Cheryl Molinet
Love to the family and prayers will be held for all.
Polly Realpozo
A beautiful matriarch of a loving family. You’re home now, Ann. Wishing her children peace as you will surely miss her.
Gilbert Brundjar
Remembering Ann and Bill from the old days at IBM. Enjoyed being with them at IBM dinners and boating and water skiing with the family. We are so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing.
Gil and Karen Brundjar
Kelly Temple
So sorry for the loss of your mother. I know you were a tight-knit family and took very good care of her. I’m sure she is looking down with a grateful smile on her face. God bless you all.
Kathy & Jack Stringer
Svec Family…my sincere condolences as you prepare to say goodbye to your beautiful, sweet mother. What a beautiful tribute to a very special lady who loved God & her family so very much. My loving thoughts & prayers are with you all…
JACQUELYN SVEC
Thank you Al.
Paulette Hooper
We met Bill and Ann in the early 2000’s at St. Wenceslas Parish. They soon became our church friends. Always kind and welcoming. Ann and I were greeters together.
God bless the Svec family. Wishing you peace and love.
Sincerely, John and Paulette Hooper