Loretta E. Foust

Loretta E. Foust obituary, Ashtabula, OH

Loretta E. Foust

Loretta Foust Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Zaback-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home on Jul. 7, 2025.

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Loretta E. Foust, 84, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Southwest Hospital in Cleveland. She was born on March 24, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of the late William and Genevieve (Mizik) Nemeth. Loretta married the love of her life, Gilbert Foust, in Chicago, Illinois, on September 19, 1959. Loretta worked in the housekeeping department at Lake East Hospital for many years. She attended the People's Church in Geneva, where she made many friends over the years. She also enjoyed reading, playing BINGO, and spending time with her family. Loretta was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert, in 2008; her sister, Mary Jane Nemeth; and her parents. At her request, no services will be held. She will be laid to rest with her husband at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman at the convenience of the family. Zaback-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 500 W. Prospect Rd., Ashtabula is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com
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