Edward J Novotny

Edward J. Novotny, 83, of Marblehead, Ohio died Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky, Ohio. He was born on July 23, 1928 in Marblehead, the son of the late Michael and Jennie (Harnad). He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served his country during the Korean War. Prior to retirement, he worked on the assembly line and also in the parts department for Biro Manufacturing in Marblehead. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Marblehead, member of VFW Post #7572, Marblehead, and the American Legion in Marblehead. He enjoyed going to local stock car races in Toledo, Attica, and Sandusky. His hobbies included flower gardening, feeding the birds, and going antiquing. Survivors include his brother: Wynn Novotny, Marblehead and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters: Germaine Ontko, Julia Gdovicak, Grace Stofka; and brothers: Paul, Joseph, Raymond Novotny. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2012 from 5-8pm at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, Peninsula Chapel, 7755 E. Harbor Road, Lakeside-Marblehead, Ohio. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 25, 2012, at 10:30am at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 822 Barclay Street, Marblehead, Ohio, with Father Daniel J. Ring officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Marblehead. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marblehead or Lakeside Fire Departments. Funeral Home: Neidecker-LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home - Peninsula Chapel 7755 East Harbor Road Lakeside-Marblehead, OH US 43440