Robert L. Eskay 1943-2021
LEETONIA — Robert “Lynn” Eskay, 77, of Hilliard, formerly of Leetonia, died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center / James Cancer Hospital in Columbus.
He was born Feb. 2, 1943, in Leetonia. Lynn graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1961, earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Youngstown State University, and later a master’s degree in education administration from Westminster College.
On Aug. 3, 1968, he married Mary Catherine Walsh; together they had one child, Mark (Carol).
For 30 years, Lynn worked as an elementary school teacher and principal in the Leetonia Village Schools until his retirement in 1996. He then worked for Youngstown State University as a student teacher supervisor.
He served as a member of Ruritan National service club and was elected president, treasurer and member of the year. In addition, he served as a member of The Knights of Columbus.
Lynn was also a very active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Leetonia, where he served on the Church Council, taught at St. Patrick’s School for one year and served as president of the Mission Society. He was particularly passionate for his service in St. Patrick’s Food Pantry.
After moving to Hilliard in 2017, Robert and Mary became active members at St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church.
Lynn was an avid gardener, was a lifelong Cleveland Indians and Browns fan, and loved to spend time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Eskay; his son, Mark (Carol) Eskay; two grandchildren, Evan and Elena Eskay; and a sister, Carol (Anthony) Micco.
Lynn was predeceased by his parents, Francis Eskay and Constance Feyock; and by a sister, Alice.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Leetonia, with the Rev. Robert Edwards officiating.
Burial will take place in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Leetonia.
Memorial donations may be made in Lynn’s name to Mount Calvary Cemetery, PO Box 93, Leetonia, OH 44431; or St. Patrick’s Food Pantry, 167 Main St., Leetonia, OH 44431.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Woods-Rettig Funeral Home, Leetonia. Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.familycareservices.com.
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