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Celia "Mimi" Sarap

1/3/1927 - 7/23/2017

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Obituary For Celia "Mimi" Sarap

Celia "Mimi" (Rakich) Sarap, 90, of Steubenville, OH, died Sunday, July 23 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born January 3, 1927 in Steubenville, the daughter of the late Rada and Sophia Grgich Rakich. Mimi was a graduate of Steubenville Big Red, and retired after her long tenure as manager of the Ohio Valley Hospital Gift Shop. Mimi was a lifelong member of the Holy Resurrection Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church. She was also a member of the Sveta Petka Kolo. She was a loving, caring daughter, wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy, as was she, theirs. Mimi never met a stranger as she befriended and remembered everyone she met throughout her life. She was a friend and counselor to school children when she worked at the McKinley Confectionary; patients, families, student nurses and staff during her time at the hospital gift shop and even those caring for her during her illness. She cherished every minute with her family and friends. Her life was a shining example of a life well lived. Her smile and kind words will be missed by all. In addition to her parents, Mimi was preceded in death by her husband, George Sarap, sister, Dean “Dunnie” Rakich and brother-in-law Harold “Burns” Carter, brother Duke Rakich and nephew Raymond “Punkin” Carter. Surviving are sons George Sarap of Steubenville and Michael (Cindy) Sarap of Cambridge, OH, daughter Kim (Jerry) Wissman of Columbus, OH, grandchildren Ben (Melia), Andrea (Joseph), Michael, Katie (David) and Geoff (Katy), seven great grandchildren (Josh, Abbey, Will, Kelley, Brendan, Camden and Keegan), sister-in-law Florence Banda Rakich, and many special nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins. Visitation will be 4-8 pm on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, OH with Pomen Service held at 7:45 pm. On Wednesday, from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home followed by burial at the Holy Resurrection Serbian Eastern Orthodox Cemetery. Very Rev. Rade Merick officiating. Following the burial, friends and family are welcome to join Mimi's family for lunch at the Shorac Family Center, 166 Fernwood Road, Wintersville. Memorial contributions can be made to Holy Resurrection Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church, 528 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952 -or- New Cambridge Cancer Center Project at Guernsey Health Systems, 1341 Clark St, Cambridge OH 43725 or contribution of choice.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Lee Hershfielf

    With all our love and prayers the Hershfields extend our heartfelt condolences. She will always remain in our hearts and truly lovedLee

  • 09/03/2024

    Ann (McLaren) Lindsay

    George and family, extending my sympathy. Your mom was the nicest person I knew. Have many fond memories of her from pleasant heights.

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    Dave and Karen Teaff

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    Les and Mark Doerfler

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    Chuck and Cathy McIntire

    Chuck and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear mother, Mimi. We know how important she was to all of you! Our hearts are heavy for you. Offering prayers and sending love your way.

  • 09/03/2024

    Les and Mark Doerfler

    So Sorry for Loss to family. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

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    Patricia Dalesio

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent by John Apperson & Vickie Pavlik on July 25, 2017

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A FEATHERY PALM PLANT was ordered on July 25, 2017

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    Anita Petrella

    Mimi was a wonderful person. She was so kind and nice to all us "kids" on Pleasant Heights, and still took time to talk and be friendly even when we grew up. You have my deepest sympathy.Anita

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    Tim and Janet (Baker) Grimes

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    Sandy

    I extend my prayers and thoughts to Mimi's family. I was a student nurse at OVH and spent alot of free time in the gift shop! I think most of all I enjoyed chatting and sharing time with Mimi ! She had a wonderful way of making people feel so special and loved! I am glad she is part of my nursing school memories! Blessings of comfort to all of you!

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    Joe and Mika DeSantis

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A FEATHERY PALM PLANT was ordered on July 25, 2017

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on July 25, 2017

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    Paul & Sharon Clark

    Very sorry to hear of your loss. There is never a good time for the grief of losing a loved one. May God fill your heart with blessings and lift the grief.

  • 09/03/2024

    neighbor Jack Stauffer

    so sorry to hear of the passing of Mimi she was a wonderful lady she will be missed

  • 09/03/2024

    Albert Orelli

    To George, his brother, sister and all the family my deepest sympathies. Your mother was always so kind and caring and truly an angel sent in caring for me during my mother's extended illnesses and hospital stays during our young teenage years. I always will be grateful, God rest her soul.

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    Debbie, Ashley and Matthew Firm

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    Mary Ellen Vukelic Freiling

    So very sorry for your loss.Mimi was the sweetest lady I have ever known.Always had a big smile for everyone.Will miss her phone calls every month reminding me of the Kolo meeting.She will be truly missed .May God comfort all of you thru this difficult time.Love Bill & Mary Ellen (Vukelic) Freiling

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    Debbie Davis Sturm

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    Debbie Davis Sturm

    George, Michael, and Kim......"What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us."

  • 09/03/2024

    Stephen Cocumelli

    George, so sorry to hear about your mom. Please accept my deepest condolences.

  • 09/03/2024

    Katy Dygert

    Dear George, Michael, and Kim, I met your beautiful mother ten years ago when I was attending the University in Steubenville. She was such a wonderful lady and her friendship is one that I will always cherish. In this last year, she has been praying for me as I prepare to bring my new little girl home through adoption. I knew that when I sent her the picture of my soon-to-be-daughter and did not hear from her that something wasn't right. I hope she was able to see it before she passed and I so appreciate all of her years of encouragement. My little girl will be coming home August 14th, and I know that Mimi will be smiling in heaven. Your mother will always be in my heart.Love to you all!Katy in Colorado

  • 09/03/2024

    Denise

    What a beautiful, generous, strong lady and loving Mother to all! May her family know the comfort and peace of God's arms around you at this time and always.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron Slivka

    Very sorry to her of Mrs. Sarap's passing. I had occasion to deal with her in her position at the OVH Gift Shop years ago when I was working for the newspaper. Always professional and ready for business when I arrived. A great lady, I regret your loss.

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    Joseph and Valerie Truini

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on July 23, 2017

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    The Blaine Westfall Family

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    Roger & Mindy Isla

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    Bev Slasor on July 24th. 💟🔩💟 Prayers 🔩🌈

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    Bob and Laura Dudley

    Sending our prayers and sympathies to your family, Mimi was a wonderful woman who will be missed by everyone who has ever known her. May God comfort you all in this sad time.

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    Mary Jeter

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    Becky Miller

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your families matriarch. I know the loss of your mother is never easy. I hope you find comfort in knowing she is flying with the angels, and watching over you.

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    Dorothy (Vein) Jewett

    Our love and prayers for all Mimi's family that she loved so much and they her. Her smile, and kindness will light up Heaven - Mimi was loved by many and will be missed- Heaven gained an angel and God has his arms wrapped around her - with Love

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    Milan Grgić

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    Milan Grgić

    Please accept our sincere condolences. We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.

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    Mary Ann Zinsser Degenkolb

    I knew Mimi for years at the OVH gift shop. Such a sweet and kind soul.

  • 09/03/2024

    TJ

    Offering sincere condolences, no doubt this is a difficult time for the family. May you put trust in the many promises our Heavenly Father says will soon come about and allow that wonderful hope to comfort you in the days ahead. (Isaiah 26:19; Ps. 37:29)

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    A RAY OF SUNSHINE was sent on July 24, 2017 LOVE FROM THE GALS AT SOUTHEASTERN OHIO PHYSICIANS. DEB, LAURA, HOLLY, REGINA, ELLIE, STACIE, JACKIE, AND CHERIE

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    Bridget McLamara

    I grew up visiting my mom at work at OVH. Mimi was always part of my visits and one of the most kind-hearted people I've ever met. I'm so thankful for having known her. Many prayers to her family and a lifetime of happy memories and life lessons that only she could give.

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    Valerie Truini

    Family, so sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you pray that God will help you through this difficult time

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A GARDEN PATH was sent on July 24, 2017 With sympathy and love from The Dan Milosevich Family Columbus, Ohio

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    The Dudley family

    To the family of Mimi,So sorry for your loss. Mimi was a very special and loving woman and will greatly be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was sent on July 23, 2017 We know how important your Mother was to your family and friends. Our thoughts are with you and your family Kim.

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on July 23, 2017

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was sent on July 23, 2017 Mimi will be missed. All our love from Susan, Don and families.

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    Jacqueline merritt

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    Jacqueline merritt

    So very sorry for the loss of Celia. I knew from registration at the hospital. She was such a sweet person. Always smiling, and had kind words for everyone. I only know her son Dr. Michael. He also is a caring person. Her legacy will carry on through him. Prayers for the family for strength, peace and endurance at the time of their loss and to continue on after. I ask this in Jesus name. Amen.

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on July 23, 2017

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    Expression of Sympathy

    A Designers Choice was sent on July 23, 2017 The light of Mimi will continue to shine thru her family and friends and all the lives she has touched. All of our love to this amazing lady, she will truly be missed. Love Dayle and Joyce Snyder

  • 09/03/2024

    The Dudley family

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