"I had Mrs. Engelland for my kindergarten teacher back in Elyria, OH 1969-1970. My mom sent me her obituary. I know that was a long time ago, but I still have the coin she brought us from her Barbados trip!! I thought that was the coolest thing and have never forgotten her either!! Sorry for you loss!"
In loving memory of
Ione Engelland
June 20, 1922 - August 17, 2014
Ione Mary Engelland, 92, of Venice, Florida, passed away August 17, 2014. She was born June 20, 1922 in Elyria, Ohio to Claude and Grayce Geisel. Ione graduated from Elyria High School, the Class of 1940 and Bowling Green State University Class of 1944 where she received a B.S. in Education and was a member of Delta Gamma Fraternity. While at Bowling Green, she met William R. Engelland. They were married in 1946 and settled in Elyria. Ione was a well-regarded kindergarten teacher in the city schools. She was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church in Elyria and sang in the church choir. She was actively involved in many Elyria organizations including Jaycee-ettes, Community Concert Association, YWCA, Junior Women's Club, Elyria Red Cross Board, a docent at the Hickories Museum and a volunteer at the Elyria Memorial Hospital.
Ione and Bill moved to Venice, Florida in 1984 to enjoy their retirement years. She threw herself into many activities. She became very involved with Epiphany Cathedral where she sang in the choir, was a funeral planner, a contributor to the Epiphany Star and a member of the Bible Faith Sharing group. She also joined the Venice Musicale and sang with the Encore mixed chorus for ten years. She never lost her passion for Bridge, dancing, a good book, or a dip in the pool or the Gulf.
She is survived by her children, Brian (Barbara) Engelland of Washington, DC, Deanne (Richard) Taylor of Peoria, AZ, Rick (Ginny) Engelland of Northville, MI, and Brad (Jon) Engelland of Laguna Beach, CA; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren, and her brother, Jay Geisel of La Connor, WA.
Ione was preceded in death by her husband William in 2004, her son Jurgen, her parents and her brother Charles Geisel. The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Ione's caregiver, Else Albert, for her dedicated care and companionship.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00am, Friday, August 22, 2014 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, with inurnment at Gulf Pines Memorial Park at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider making a donation to Epiphany Catherdral, 350 Tampa Ave W, Venice, FL 34285
Tributes
"Ione, my cherished friend of 30 years. A pretty woman, intelligent, dressed with class. Her lovely voice gave pleasure to many. Know the that each one of you gave her boundless joy and love. "
"To the Geisel-Engelland families: Sincere sympathies on your loss, and what a wonderful life to have shared and to be able to celebrate now. To a visiting niece, Ione *always* seemed full of grace, humor, charm, and beauty, and it was a special pleasure to watch her in action, as she always seemed to be."
"I feel very blessed to have had you in my life for over 26 years. I am especially thankful that I had the chance to spend a few days with you just a week ago. There are too many things to thank you for. God bless you and Bill. Eternal rest grant unto you and let the perpetual light sign upon you. Love, Jon."
"WHAT A GREAT LADY- HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF WORKING WITH HER AS MY DAUGHTERS KINDERGARTEN EXPERIENCE AND JUST STAYED ON IN KINDERGRATEN HELPING BEFORE PAID AIDS WERE POPULAR. HER LOVE OF CHILDREN AND TEACHING TALENTS GAVE MANY ELYRIA CHILDREN A WONDERFUL START IN SCHOOL WHEN I HAD MY NEXT CHIL SHE SHOWED UP WITH BATH THINGS FOR A NEW MOTHER- CALAGON TAKE ME AWAY MOMENTS LOVED HER AND WILL MISS HER HAD LOST TRACK OF WHERE SHE MOVED, SINCE CHERI INGRHAM RETIRED ALSO GOD BLESS, YOU HAD A GREAT MOM"
"I was very lucky to have help Else out with Iones care. She was a kind caring wonderful person.. We had lots of good times together. Rest in piece. Love Sandy"
"I had the privilege of being Iones caregiver for 13 months, she has a special place in my heart, You will be greatly missed. Until we meet again my friend. Love You. Else"
"Fond Memories and will be sadly missed"
"I am so saddened to hear of Ione's passing. She has been a dear friend for more than 20 years. I knew her from singing and was the instructor for the water aerobics class at Pinebrook- which she seldom missed. My husband and I were so fortunate to be on the guest list for several of the "game nights" at their home in Pinebrook- what fun! She was always so kind to me and to any others she met. I will always miss her quiet and loving way, but I know she had such a strong faith, and will be glad to see her Bill again."