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Leila Mae Jolliff

Leila Mae Jolliff, 86 of Richwood, passed away August 16, 2021 at her home, after a period of declining health.

She was born in Pharisburg on August 24, 1934, to Frank and Crystal (Disbennett) Sarver and graduated from Leesburg-Magnetic Springs High School in 1952.

Her early employment was at Greif Brothers Corporation in Delaware. On November 21, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Gerald Jolliff, becoming the bookkeeper and a partner in Jolliff Brothers Farms Partnership until retirement. She was an accomplished tractor operator. She was predeceased by her husband in 2001, and by a daughter, Vicki Hillman, and a sister, Rosemary Asbury.

She is survived by two sons: Steve (Sandy) Jolliff of Magnetic Springs and William (Brenda) Jolliff of Newberg, Oregon and by a sister Linda (John) Raile. Also surviving are ten grandchildren, Jesse (Rachel) Hillman, Andrew (Shannon) Hillman, Elizabeth (Doug) Blocksma, Matthew (Laura) Hillman, Joanna (Ralph) Runge, James (Linda) Jolliff, Douglas (Nikki) Jolliff, Jacob Jolliff, Rebecca (Leonard Pierce) Jolliff, and Anna Jolliff and by twelve great-grandchildren.

Leila was an active member of Fulton Creek Friends Church, teaching Sunday School and Bible School for many years. She was a poll Worker in Thompson Township for over 30 years. She was an especially good cook, cooking for family, farmhands, and church events.
She always promoted education. All of her children, their spouses, grandchildren, and their spouses attained college degrees, with many advanced degrees as well.

Calling hours will be held Sunday 2-4 pm, August 22, 2021, at Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood, where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 am, Pastor Dennis Peters will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hopewell Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Fulton Creek Friends Church.

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#2 from:

Wayne Evans
North Canton, Ohio

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 9:09 AM

I’ll always remember Leila’s smile and kindness. They encouraged me as a young pastor. But I will especially carry with me the time when some of Bill’s friends including me broke a dining room chair while we played games at a teenage party. I think she was so happy to see us having fun at her home that the loss of the chair was a fair price to pay. May the Lord grant you as a family rich memories and continued faith. Blessings!

#3 from:

Ray & Arlene James

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 9:24 AM

So sorry to hear of Leila’s passing. We offer condolences to all the family. Leila was a wonderful sister in Christ at Fulton Creek for many years. She now enjoys excellent health in eternity.

#4 from:

Judy Leibold Cunningham
Prospect , OH

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 12:32 PM

So very sorry to hear of Leila's passing, I loved her she was such a light! May her love for her family, friends, and her church always be the light of the memory of Leila!

#5 from:

Rona penix
Richwood

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 3:16 PM

So sorry to hear of Leila passing I had the time to work for her and we had a lot of great talks. She will be missed! Goodbye to my friend.And God bless to all of her family

#6 from:

Dave/Deb Tevis Clayton
Marion

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Steve, Bill and families,
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Sending our prayers and condolences. She was definitely blessed with your extended families and her commitment to fellowship.
*** Another Angel in heaven.

#7 from:

Dan and Darlene Foos
Richwood, Ohio

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 at 8:51 AM

We send our deepest sympathy to the family, Leila was a special lady. She always had a smile an friendly word when our paths crossed. She worked hard to raise her family and help wherever she could on the farm. I've missed seeing her out these last few years, she will be missed.

#8 from:

Aldena Taylor
Marysville

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 at 7:17 AM

Leilia was a wonderful mother and friend. We have a lot of great memories with her family.

#9 from:

Dave Wolfe
Baltimore, Ohio

Tue, Aug 24, 2021 at 1:06 PM

Steve, Bill and all. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your families. I pray for God’s peace and comfort for you all. God Bless.

#10 from:

Paul Hillman
Middleville, MI

Tue, Aug 24, 2021 at 2:21 PM

What a lovely lady and the best of grandmas to my five nephews and nieces. She will be missed. My prayers and thoughts for all of the family.

#11 from:

Shaunene Van Buren
Grand Rapids, MI

Fri, Aug 27, 2021 at 8:55 PM

I was so sad to hear of Grandma Jolliff’s passing. I know she will be very much missed. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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