Jill Ellen Sprinkle, 57, Had Caring Heart & Gentle Nature
Jill Ellen Sprinkle (nee Ridenour), 57, of Lorain, passed into eternal peace early on the morning of Friday November 6, 2015 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain after a long battle with diabetes. God called and she followed.Jill’s dedication to the sick and dying throughout Lorain County touched the hearts and eased the pain of many. She proudly tended to their needs as a Registered Nurse for over three decades in the fields of oncology, home health care and so much more. As a nurse, she showcased compassion, commitment and love for others. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by family, friends, patients and colleagues for her caring heart, empathy for others, gentle nature and true warmth.
She is survived by her sons: Jonathan P. Sprinkle of New Philadelphia, Patrick D. Sprinkle (fiancé Melissa Slevin) of New York, NY and Matthew K. Sprinkle of New Philadelphia; sisters Mary Buell (Ken) of Fairport, NY and Elisa M. Abbott of Lorain; nephew William S. Maruschak of Lorain and dear friend Frank Wanner of Lorain
She was preceded in death by her fiancé Kirk Patton, mother Marjorie C. Ridenour (nee Cahill), father William R. Ridenour, Jr and sister Rita A. Maruschak.
Cremation will take place. A private family burial service will be held at Ridge Hill Memorial Park in Amherst Township.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave, Lorain.
Online condolences can be made at www.gluvna.net.