Eldon G. Mace Obituary (1928 - 2015)

Eldon G. “Al” Mace age 86, passed away unexpectedly Thursday April 30, 2015. Born June 11, 1928 in Frost, West Virginia, he is preceded in death by his mother, Eula Rayle; father, Elliot Mace; stepfather, Charles Rayle; and longtime companion, Norma Gum. He worked as an automotive body repairman at Wallace Chrysler in Louisville and retired from Superior Dairy. He was an Army Veteran of W.W. II. Survived by daughters, Linda Coffey, Shirley (Anthony) Vaz, and Jane (Steve) Schneider; grandsons, Bob and Chris Coffey, Ryan and Eric Falck; brother, Tappan “Red” Mace; a niece and nephews. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling and was an avid golfer. Special thanks to Steve and Cathy Fry and the staff at Great Trail Golf Course in Minerva for treating him like family. He loved playing golf there. He will be sadly missed especially his laughter and great sense of humor. A memorial service will be Monday, May 4th at 6 pm at Schneeberger Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-6 pm before services. He will be cremated per his wishes. The family suggests donations to “The First Tee of Canton, P.O. Box 755, Canton, OH 44705 which promotes life skills development for young people through golf.