Elizabeth J. Boozer 1936-2025
BROOKFIELD — Elizabeth J. Boozer, longtime resident of Brookfield, was called home on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, while a patient at the Addison Health Care Center, Masury, following a period of declining health. She was 89.
Elizabeth was born April 22, 1936, in Sharon, Pa., a daughter to Duffy and Frances Cvelbar Jennings.
A 1954 graduate of Brookfield High School, she furthered her education at Youngstown State University, where she obtained a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Furthermore, she carried on with her graduate work at Akron University.
Her vocation as a teacher, at her alma mater, impacted many students. She dedicated over 33 years to the youth of her community.
Elizabeth was a member of the Brookfield United Methodist Church, charter member of the Brookfield Historical Society, and member of the Friends of the Brookfield Library, as well as being active with many other organizations. She was an advocate for her community and was a published author: “Brookfield That Was Volume 1 & 2,” along with her co-author, Joe Tarkanick. In addition, she also wrote the “History in Our Backyard,” which was a monthly publication by the Youngstown Vindicator.
In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, sewing and knitting. She was also an avid reader.
Survivors include her son, Clinton David Boozer and his wife Jill, of Hermitage, Pa.; granddaughters, Rebecca Gill and her husband, Matthew, and Shannon Gill and her husband, Daniel; and great-grandchildren, Jaxon Boozer, Emmilene Gill and Greta Ryan Gill.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David M. Boozer, whom she married Dec. 21, 1957; he passed Sept. 6, 1994; and grandson, Ryan Boozer.
A time of gathering to honor Elizabeth will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, in the home of Briceland Funeral Service, LLC, 379 State Route 7 SE, Brookfield, OH 44403. In accordance with her wishes, a private burial will be observed.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Friends of the Brookfield Library for LARGE PRINT BOOKS c/o the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be left for her family at www.bricelandfuneralservice.com.
Coordination of this tribute for Mrs. Boozer was presented by Daniel Briceland, Owner & Director. (330-509-3135)
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