Edna Mae (Hornbeck) Heard

Edna Mae Heard, 63, of North Ridgeville, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2023,
surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Elyria on February 15, 1960, to parents
Clerdon Ray Hornbeck and Faye Ruth Hornbeck (nee: Kies). Edna was an active lifelong member
and volunteer of Fields United Methodist Church in North Ridgeville. She volunteered at
multiple food banks, was the church nursery caregiver for over 20 years, and was an avid
reader. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Eugene; sons, Thomas (Sarah), and Isaac; her
mother; sisters, Janet (J.C.) Amonett of Kennesaw, Georgia; Susan (Craig) Taylor of Sheffield
Village; Norma Jean Smith of North Ridgeville; Dolores (James) Hopkins of Grafton;
grandchildren, Eleanor and Ezra; a host of nieces and nephews; and her cat, Watson. She was
loved by many and a friend to all. She is preceded in death by her father. The family will receive
friends on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Fields United Methodist Church, 34077 Lorain Road,
North Ridgeville, OH 44039, from 10 AM until the time of service at 11 AM. The Rev. Sondra
Snode will officiate. Burial Private. In place of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to
Young at Heart c/o Fields United Methodist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to the
Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home of Elyria. 440-322-4626. Online condolences may be
expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com

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