JAY A. RESTEL, aged 70 years, beloved husband for 33 years to Claire Gavin Restel, devoted son of the late Arthur and Cathryn Adele (nee Jerger), cherished brother-in-law to Patricia Gavin Johnson, loving uncle to Andrew and Elizabeth Johnson, and great-uncle to Aiden and Elyse Johnson.
Jay and Claire were married on Mackinac Island on Sept. 9, 1989. Jay was a Supervisory Bank Examiner, retiring after 46 years with the Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank. Mackinaw City, MI held many special memories and vacation times for Jay and Claire. Jay was an avid golfer, bowler, and friend to Bill W.
Contributions in memory of Jay suggested to Pancreatic Cancer Research, or to Catholic Charities. Relatives and friends are requested to meet for the Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at Gesu Catholic Church at 12 Noon. Family will receive friends to pay tribute and celebrate the life of Jay at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just East of Green Rd.) FRIDAY 3-5 AND 6-8 PM.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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michael courtney
please accept my sincerest condolences at jay’s passing. we bowled together for several years on sunday mornings and it was always a pleasure being with him.
Diane Wedel
Claire – So very sorry to hear of Jay’s death. I have many fond memories of Jay and Bruce being work buddies.
Diane Wedel
John Maloney
Hello Claire,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Jay. May he rest in peace in God’s love.
John and Therese Maloney
Jill Goubeaux Clark
Claire, I am so sorry to learn of Jay’s passing. You two brought each other such joy. I remember vividly your 7th floor courtship at the Fed! May your wonderful memories bring you peace.
Jill Goubeaux Clark
Jackie Barnes
Claire – know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Treasure the memories and remember the good times.
Sharon M Kuntz
Dear Claire, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Jay, yourself and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in perfect peace. God bless you all.
Sharon and Jerry Kuntz