WOOSTER — Carrie Jeffries of Wooster died with family by her side. Hailing from Loudonville, she was the daughter of Bill and Dora Ebert and was a graduate of Loudonville High School.
During World War II, Carrie was among the women illustrated by Rosie the Riveter, serving her country’s war effort at a local factory and contributing to early efforts for advancing women in the workplace — an echo of her determined will and spirit throughout her life.
She met and married Dick Jeffries in the 1940s living locally, then moved west for careers and life together. Eventually their Ohio roots and family drew them back to northeast Ohio, where they shared a simple life together, enjoying a happy marriage. Even after Dick’s death, to Carrie he remained always "my guy."
Carrie was a member of Eastern Star and a lifelong Lutheran. Family and friends near and far will miss her, folks who will continue to celebrate her spunky personality and who were strengthened by her deep love and loyalty.
A funeral will be Friday, Jan. 26, at 2 p.m. at Lindsey Funeral Home in Loudonville. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the 2 p.m. service. Burial will be at Loudonville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1161 Mechanicsburg Road, Wooster, Ohio 44691; or to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.