Juanita Ely

Juanita Ely, 75, passed away at 4:29 p.m. on Monday March 28, 2022, at The Springs of Lima.

Juanita was born on January 1, 1947 in Paintsville, Kentucky, to Thomas and Stella Music. She married Paul Ely, who survives in Lima.

Juanita loved gardening, flowers and knitting. She also enjoyed listening to and watching gospel music on t.v.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Rick (Tina) Kodak, David Kodak, and Tracy Shafer; grandchildren, LeAnna Kodak, Litta Kodak, Rick Kodak Jr., Shawn Ewing, Nicky Wreede, and Steffy Teeters; Many great-grandchildren; and a brother Bud Music.

She was preceded in death by her parents and 23 siblings.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2022 at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home, Lima, Ohio.  A funeral service will follow at 12 p.m.  Chaplain Glory Geib will officiate.  Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Elida.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Arrangements handled by Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home.  Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.