THOMPSON SMITH NESBITT FUNERAL HOME - Key Persons

Deborah Lee Rzeszutek,68, of Conneaut, Ohio moved on to her heavenly home surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Debbie was born on August 12, 1955, in Conneaut, Ohio; the daughter of Richard and Eileen (Mackey) Neubauer. Debbie graduated from South Ridge Christian Academy in 1975. It was here that Debbie developed her singing skills, placing in a girl's ensemble competition in Garland, Texas. She married the love of her life, Steve Rzeszutek, on June 30,1979. They would go on to share 44 years together in marriage. Over her working career Debbie worked at Ashtabula Regional Home Health as a Nurse's Aide, traveling throughout the county. Debbie would go on to work for Ashtabula County Board of MRDD as a Workshop Specialist Assistant where she retired due to a disability. For leisure Debbie enjoyed crocheting and reading. Debbie and Steve were blessed to be able to travel and go camping. They fulfilled a lifetime dream this past winter camping in the Crosby, Texas area to be close to their daughter Eileen. Debbie felt blessed to be able to have lived 68 years and completed many life milestones along the way. At the age of 16 Debbie accepted Jesus into her heart as her Lord and Saviour. She looked forward to running into the arms of Jesus for a long reunion! Debbie is survived by her husband Steve; daughter Eileen (Chris) Burrows of Crosby, Texas; brothers, Richard (Debbie) Neubauer; David Neubauer and his partner Angela Mitchell; Scott (Jeannie) Neubauer, and Jim Neubauer, all of Conneaut. Grandchildren Tara (Rob) Layton of Conneaut and Zachary Burrows of Channelview, Texas; great grandchildren Freya Layton and Orion Bowers; nieces Kimmy Neubauer, Kelly (Brian) Carlson; Stephanie (Nathan) Stoltz; Hayley (Josh) Teppo and nephews Adam (Danielle) Neubauer; Mitchell (Amber) Neubauer; and Michael (Brittany) Neubauer; special nieces and Amy, Ashley, and Derrick and several great nieces and nephews who Debbie loved; one uncle, Frank Giles; and several cousins. Debbie was predeceased by her parents. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 11AM at the New LEAF United Methodist Church, 110 Gateway Ave., Conneaut with Pastor David Durk officiating. Burial will follow at Kelloggsville Cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023 from 6-8PM at the church and on Tuesday from 10AM until the time of service at 11AM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her name to the New LEAF United Method-ist Church, 110 Gateway Ave., Conneaut, Ohio 44030, the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, or the Hospice of the Western Reser, 1166 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, Ohio 44004. Envelopes will be available at the church. Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Conneaut is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.thompsosnmithnesbitt.com.

Eric graduated from Springfield High School in Akron, Ohio in 1997. He attended Walsh University and graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in 2000 at Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. He is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the State of Ohio. Stephanie and Eric joined the firm as funeral directors in January of 2005. In 2012 Eric, fulfilled a long time dream of funeral home ownership, with the purchase of the Thompson-Smith Funeral Home. He serves as the President of the now, Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home, in addition to his duties as a funeral director and embalmer.

Janet is the daughter of C. William Thompson. She is a 1967 graduate of Conneaut High School, and graduated magna cum laude from Kent State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Education in 1971. She has completed graduate work at Youngstown State University, and recently retired from the Conneaut Area City Schools.

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Michael D. McCroskey, 65, of Ashtabula passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Hillcrest Hospital. He was born September 13, 1957, in Ashtabula, the son of the late Harold and Bessie (Holbrook) McCroskey. A lifelong area resident, he graduated from Edgewood High School Class of 1975. While in high school he also attended the Ashtabula County Joint Vocational School where he studied to be a machinist. Mike married the love of his life Linda (Summers)Colucci on December 8, 1979. He began his working career as a machinist at GE and was later laid off. He went to work for many years as a mechanic at K-Mart before returning to GE, where he completed his working career as a Safety Coordinator, where he also served as the union rep for many years. Mike was involved with Gageville Methodist Church. Mike was extremely knowledgeable and was everyone's "Go TO" whether it was for help with a computer issue, directions somewhere, car repairs, or fixing things. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage. He was also a volunteer fireman and EMT in Sheffield for many years. Mike loved riding his Harley and people watching. But most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Mike is survived by his wife of 43 years, Linda; children, Lisa McCroskey, Erin (Andy) Hays, and Jeff (Melissa) Colucci; sisters, Lynda (David) Beeman, and Sandy McCroskey; and his special angels, Isaiah Williams, Lilly, Lenox, Jonas, and Nate Hays, and Madison and Lexie Colucci. He was preceded in death by his sister, Lori McCroskey; brother, Gregory McCroskey; and his parents. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at 11AM at the Gageville Methodist Church, 4063 State Route 193, Kingsville, Ohio 44048. Calling hours will be from 10AM until the time of service at 11AM. Burial will follow in Gageville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Gageville Methodist Church. Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Conneaut is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.thompsonsmithnesbitt.com

Stephanie a native of Conneaut, graduated from Conneaut High School in 1999. She received her Associate Degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2001, and her Bachelor's Degree from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2003. She is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the State of Ohio. In 2012 Stephanie fulfilled a long time dream of becoming owner of the now, Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home. In addition to her role as a funeral director and embalmer, she serves as the company Vice-President and Secretary/Treasurer.

Tom is a Conneaut native, graduating from Conneaut High School in 1965. He attended Bowling Green State University, and served in the United States Marine Corps for four years, including one year in Vietnam. He then attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, graduating with honors in 1973. He served his apprenticeship with the Thompson Funeral Home as both a funeral director and embalmer. After passed the Ohio State Boards in 1974, he became a licensed funeral director and embalmer.