REMEMBERING MARY ELIZABETH BOOTH
It was my great pleasure to sit and talk with Betty Reinhart recently and share stories about her daughter`s life and contributions. I was honored to write the following Proclamation which was presented to Mary`s family at the August 12, 2019 Village Council meeting. We will all miss so much about Mary. Her smile, her energy, her grace. A beautiful woman who made a difference in all that she did.
- Dee Holody
VILLAGE OF PENINSULA PROCLAMATION
HONORING MARY E. BOOTH
The Mayor, Council, and Community of the Village of Peninsula extend their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mary Elizabeth Booth, whose passing leaves us all in profound sadness.
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth was born to Elizabeth and Woodrow Johnston on February 18, 1958 in Boston Township, Ohio, graduated Woodridge Schools, Kent State University, and the University of Akron School of Law; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth who profoundly believed in fairness and justice for all, practiced law for over 30 years with the Akron Courts, the Fanelly and Montgomery Law Firm, in partnership with Ida MacDonald, and graciously provided pro bono legal assistance for many when needed; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth served with endless positive energy as a dedicated volunteer for many organizations and events in our community including the Peninsula Foundation, the Boston Township Community Service League Quarry fundraisers, the Peninsula United Methodist Church annual Election Day Dinner, the Peninsula Home and Garden Club (as President and Historian), Peddler`s Day, and the Art Academy`s Plein Air event; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth served as a colleague and friend on the Village Council for many years as Liaison for Building and Grounds, and contributed her time and expertise on several Council committees including the Village Wastewater Advisory Committee, the Sandstone and ADA Ramp Replacement Committee, and the Woodridge Intermediate School Future Use Committee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth passed away on June 2, 2019 at the age of 61 and is survived by her husband David Booth, and her son David Woodrow Booth, and many extended family members and friends; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Booth dedicated her life, talents, and exuberance to the beauty and bounty of the Village of Peninsula and Boston Township.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Village of Peninsula hereby commend the exemplary life and service of Mary Elizabeth Booth and sincerely extend their deepest sympathies and condolences to her family and friends.