Edward Blythe

Edward E. Blythe, 77, of Salem passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Salem Community Hospital. Edward was born at home in Washingtonville, Ohio on December 19, 1934 the son of the late Earl and Alverta (Sheen) Blythe. He was employed and retired from the former Schnell Tool and Die later known as Salem Blanking after 25 years of service. Survivors include his loving wife Gloria (Libert) Blythe of Salem, his children; Charles Crank, Renee Solomon, Denise Glancy, Dwayne Crank, and a son from his first marriage Ray Allen Blythe, 12 grandchildren; Chuck, Skye, Stacey, Sierra, Rachel, Heather, Curt, Calli, Elliot, Shantelle, Tarik and Tristin, and 6 great grandchildren. He is also survived by 3 sisters; Nancy Nelson, June Carlisle, Marlene Chestnut and a brother Thomas Blythe. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a son Curtis Crank and a sister. Per his request a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Friends may send condolences and sign the guest register online at www.brownfhonline.com. Arrangements are by Brown Funeral Home in Salem.

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