Mary Ellen Truxell 

     Mary Ellen Truxell, 59, of Lorain passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at her home unexpectedly. Ms. Truxell was born in Lorain, OH on January 23, 1952, the daughter of Margaret Ruth-Truxell and the late Daniel C. Truxell.

     She graduated from Lorain High School in 1970 and received her BA in Primary Education from Ohio University in 1974. Mary Ellen continued to pursue her academic ambitions until 1992 when she received the high honor of obtaining a Masters Degree from Bowling Green State University.

     Ms. Truxell spent her entire career teaching in the Lorain City Schools system and was widely regarded as a devoted and respected educator. Mary Ellen was well known for impacting her students' lives through her gift of music. An accomplished musician, she often played her twelve string guitar for assemblies and actively involved the student body by encouraging participation. Mary Ellen welcomed every child with open arms into both her classroom and heart and is remembered by her students and the faculty for her warm spirit and kind nature.

     Mary Ellen loved the arts and attended many cultural events. She was an avid Cleveland Browns fan and a wildlife enthusiast who was known for feeding the deer, squirrels, and birds around her home. Ms. Truxell was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the Ohio Education Association.

     Mary Ellen is survived by her mother Margaret Truxell of Lorain, brother Daniel D. Truxell of Vermilion, and nephew Daniel P. Truxell of Cleveland. Her father preceded her in death.

     Friends may call on Monday, October 24, 2011 from 4-7 pm in the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain.

     Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 in the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, corner of Sixth and Washington Street. Her burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery, Lorain.

     The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to either the New Life Hospice, c/o Community Hospital Foundation, 3700 Kolbe Road, Lorain 44053 or the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 603 Washington Street, Lorain, Ohio 44052.

Condolences   

From:        Susan Kinney
Relation:   

Dear Danny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless all of you and know that your sister will always live on in your memories and in your hearts.

With Love & Sympathy,
Susan
 

From:        Daniel Truxell
Relation:    Brother

 I love you and miss you sis. Your loving nature and compassion was next to none.
You are a fine Christian Lady and I know that you are now pain free and in the paradise that you so well deserve and have earned. Going to miss our Browns chats so much. Please give dad a huge hug from all of us.
Rest in peace darling sister.
Danny

From:        Bill and Esther and Peter Rufo
Relation:    friends

Our hearts are heavy at this sad news. Mary Ellen truly walked the path of a child of God. She will be remembered for her ever welcoming smile and heartfelt kindness towards others. Our prayers are with Mom, Dan and Danny.
 

From:        Donna Truxell
Relation:   

Mary Ellen was a blessing and gift to this world- a caring and loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend. God will pour His strength, guidance and comfort into our hearts and in Him we will find peace that surpasses understanding. 

From:        Mark LaForce
Relation:    Friend

Dear Truxell family,
You have my deepest sympathies.  Mary Ellen was a great person.  She is missed by many.
Please know that Mary Ellen is with our Lord and Savior in paradise for eternity.
Stay strong.
Mark LaForce

From:        Pat Bajcer
Relation:    friend

Mary Ellen and I taught together at Larkmoor School. She was so much fun to work with. The children loved when she brought her guitar to school and played it for us.
I will always remember her wonderful caring personality.

From:        Carolyn Rigda-Zilch
Relation:    Friend

I was sadden to learn of the passing of Mary Ellen.  She and I were best friends in junior high those many years ago.  Although we lost touch over the years, I will never forget the good times we shared and playing in our group, the "High Tides" at the Palace Theatre. 

My deepest sympathy to you.

Carolyn Rigda-Zilch

From:        Ann Portteus
Relation:    friend

Sorry to hear about your sister  May her soul rest in peace and may you find comfort in God that he helps you in your time of suffering.   May God bless you and your family.   
                       your friend 

From:        Tracie Bellaw
Relation:   

Danny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 
God Bless!

From:        Cheri Falardeau friend of Dan from gym
Relation:   

Such a sudden unexpected event certainly is heartbreaking for you and your family Dan.  Your sister was a beautiful, accomplished woman who impacted so many lives. She gave back to the community a legacy of education for so many students.  Those people carry a bit of your sister on forever.  They were lucky to have her as their teacher.

From you Dan, I heard the lovely woman she was and how much she meant to you, your mother and your son.  I am really sorry for your loss.  I pray for God to ease your families pain in this time of mourning. I am sure she is at the Lord's right hand right now.  God Bless you all and rest in peace Mary Ellen.

From:        Lyn Lucius
Relation:   

My heartfelt condolences during this difficult time!

BUTTERFLIES FROM HEAVEN
  by: Linda Ann Henry

When we lose our loved ones they never die
For I know once heaven takes their souls
The Dear Lord leaves a little of them here
To turn into beautiful butterflies
So they can be near our hearts

Blessed are those who can see the beauty
Of the life which has gone to what is "God's Art"
When we look for the angels
They will send us Jesus' love
I saw a butterfly today, my last prayer I gave away

Heaven is more than souls of our loved ones
When a father, mother, a brother, sister or a child dies
Their hearts live in those who have loved them
Every grain of sand, every sunrise and sunset
All the good things we know and love
They all go to Jesus for Him to protect

As a gift, The Lord, lets us have a glimpse of those we love
For a brief moment in time, for a short while
A butterfly is seen at our window, sent from heaven
Then we know, all will be well with those we love.