Richard E. Elsten

Richard E. Elsten, 70, of Amherst, died Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Mercy Regional Medical Center. He was born March 1, 1942 in Cleveland, OH, and was a 1960 graduate of Vermilion High School. He had been an Amherst resident for the past 30 years moving from Vermilion. Richard worked for Ohio Edison as a Construction Supervisor retiring April 1, 1997 after 30 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Richard enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, animals, hunting, and fishing. Richard is survived by his wife Judy (nee Blankenship) whom he married December 30, 1961; sons Ken, Steve, and Dave Elsten all of Amherst; brothers Dennis Elsten of Amherst, and Jerry Elsten of TX; grandchildren Sara and Cody Elsten; great-granddaughter Zoe. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Edward and Ethel Marie (nee Hartle) Elsten; brothers Larry Elsten and Jim Elsten. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church 731 Exchange St., Vermilion on Saturday, August 25th at 10:00 A.M. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, Northwest Ohio 1701 Woodlands Drive Suite 200 Maumee, OH 43537, or the Lorain County Animal Protective League 8303 Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria, OH 44035 . Riddle Funeral Home 5345 South St., Vermilion is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.