Beth Wrana Weintz Makselan
June 23, 1952 ~ August 29, 2016
Beth Wrana Weintz Makselan, age 64, of Painesville, Ohio went home to be with the Lord Monday, August 29, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 23, 1952 in Cleveland to Rita (Pawlowski) and Stanley Wrana. She married Patrick Makselan in Harpersfield, Ohio on January 13, 2001.
Beth graduated from Cleveland South High School in 1970. After graduating from Cleveland State, she was a stay-at-home mom for many years. She reentered the work force in 2003 and worked for Steris until 2016. A strong follower of Jesus Christ, Beth was an active member of Bridge Church in Perry, and was very musically inclined, playing piano and keyboard. Beth also loved all animals including her horses and dogs.
She is survived by her husband, Patrick; daughter, Jessica Weintz of Cleveland; sons, Benjamin Weintz, Nathaniel Weintz both of Painesville; step-son, Phillip Makselan of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren, Joel, Jahtali, Judah and Arianna; sister, Rita (Lee) Stessney; brothers, David Wrana, Robert (Nancy) Wrana; her canary, Mr. Crosby; and cocker spaniel, Sasha. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Celebration of Life will be at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Bridge Church (which meets on the campus of Perry Local Schools), 4261 Manchester Road, Perry, Ohio 44081. Final Resting Place will be Harpersfield Cemetery in Harpersfield Township, Ohio.
Contributions may be made in Beth's name to The ALS Association Northern Ohio Chapter, 6155 Rockside Road #403, Independence, OH 44131 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44110-2602.
The Behm Family Funeral of Madison, Ohio is assisting the family.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
All of us in Dicksonburg Pa we are sorry for your loss Beth was a special person to us See will be missed Thinking of you all and prayers be with you
Jessi, Ben, and Nathaniel, My parents wanted me to share this with you from their hearts: Jessi and her brothers were ultimetly Blessed to have a Mother who Loved the Lord so much. Her smile always showed that Love. I pray that Jessi and her brothers and her husband will know the Heavenly Fathers Presence as He Ministers to Them. Our Prayers to the family. Love, The Goodwin's
May God lift your hearts during this time of sorrow. I may not have known Beth well, but her smile spoke much of the love of Jesus to those in her midst. Prayers of comfort lifted for you and your family.
Patrick and family. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I could not ask for better neighbors! Beth always had a beautiful smile on her face, our family will always remember her that way. May she rest in peace in God's hands.
So very sorry to hear of this loss. My deepest condolences to Pat and the family. I remember Beth for her smile, her positive nature, and her friendship.
So deeply sorry for your loss. Beth was always smiling. The world lost an Angel and Heaven surely gained one with Beth. Hugs to Pat, her daughter, sons, and grandchildren. May God help you all through this difficult time.
Beth was a wonderful person and a wonderful friend. She will be very much missed.
My tears are for her family and for me because I miss her. My joy is knowing she is no longer suffering and is whole in heaven welcomed with Christ's opened arms.
Always a smile, no matter what. I enjoyed interacting with Beth at STERIS when we worked together. You always felt her kindness and gentleness. Hugs to Patrick and all those she loved.
I only worked with Beth for about a year and a half but she was always one of my favorites. She had the best attitude and outlook on life. She was always positive and always had a beautiful smile on her face. She is such an inspiration, She will be missed. Condolences to her family and friends.
I am so sorry for the loss of Beth. Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult times for a family to go through. I hope you can find comfort in the wonderful promise of the resurrection. At Acts 24:15 we are promised to see our loved ones again. Won't it be wonderful to see that time come true?
Dearest Pat and family: I remember Beth from high school. I was fortunate enough to have had her as my “Big Sister” in gym leaders and HEOGA. She was such a sweet soul and I was so lucky to have known her. May your memories and the love of family and friends bring you all peace now and in the weeks ahead. Sincere Sympathy.
Sending heartfelt sympathy in the loss of a wonderful friend. I was so sad when they decided to move from their home on White Road and I always looked forward to her Christmas cards telling me about the joys of her life–her family. She was so proud of her children and I could always tell how much she loved them. Rest in peace Beth.
My sincere deep condolence for the loss of Beth. Its so loving to know that our Creator, God will end the sorrow and sadness of loosing a love one brings.(Revelations 21:3,4)Please accept our heartfelt condolences that we hope will help you through this difficult time.
Beth was an awesome person. She always smiled. Never heard an angry word from her. We loved having her as a great, beautiful, wonderful sister-in-law. She will be missed every day.
To Pat and family, so sorry to read about Beth. We both know what's it's like to lose siblings and loved ones way to early. I hope that you and your family will remember Beth with loving tears. South High alumni and basketball teammates Herb Pauly
Prayers be with the family. She was a good person. From a fellow student of miss kadels class. 1970.
My thoughts and prayers.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort your family. Kate Estergall
It is with sorrow to learn of the passing of Beth. My sympathies to all who loved her. She was a beautiful person who lived her life with strength and courage. Before going home, may I suggest a song of celebration, such as “Tomorrow” from “Annie”. Thank you, Joe Klamar, CSU classmate, BME 1974