Paul R. McKitrick
Paul R. "Mac" McKitrick, 79, of Lorain passed away early Monday morning,
September 21, 2009 at New Life Hospice Center of St. Joseph in Lorain.
Mr. McKitrick was born in Elyria on July 4, 1930, the son of the
late John W. and Lillian Mae (nee Baylis) McKitrick. He was a graduate of
Elyria High School Class of 1948 and a veteran of U.S. Army: serving as a
corporeal during in the Korean Conflict.
He was a lifetime member and Elder of Zion Lutheran Church in Lorain.
He retired as a PBX Technician from CenturyTel of Ohio after 39 years
service.
Mr. McKitrick was a member of ITPA (International Telephone Pioneers
of America), CWA (Communication Workers of America), Lifeline (Community
Health Partners) and the Saxon Club Branch 5. He enjoyed relaxing while
fishing and being out of doors, especially doing his yard work. He belong
to several local bowling and golfing leagues.
He is survived by his wife Jean K. (nee Binder) with whom he just
celebrated their 56 year anniversary. Also surviving are two daughters
Paula J. (Roy Dickason) McKitrick, Molly J. (Jack Kirchner) McKitrick both
of Lorain, grandchildren: Ryan P. Dickason, James R. Dickason, Molly-Jaye
M. Kirchner, Britt O. Dickason, Casey J. Kirchner, Mackenzie S. Dickason,
Brady S. Dickason, Murphy P. Dickason, sisters Grace DeFazio of Salt Lake
City, Utah, Shirley McNulty, Beverly (Russ) DeWitt both of Elyria and
several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. McKitrick was preceded in death by a
sister Sue Revercomb, brothers William McKitrick, Howard McKitrick, and
Albert McKitrick.
Friends may call on Wednesday, September 23 from 6:00 p.m. until
services at 7:30 p.m. in Zion Lutheran Church, 5100 Ashland Ave., Lorain
with Rev. Kevin Saylor, pastor, officiating.
Burial will be private. Arrangements by The Schwartz, Spence, Boyer
& Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain, Ohio 44052.
