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Jay Linn Brake

Passed 4/5/2014

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Obituary For Jay Linn Brake

Jay "Linn" Brake, age 77, of Wintersville, Ohio, died Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Lancia Villa Royale, Steubenville, Ohio.  He was born on May 10, 1936 in Steubenville, Ohio, the son of the late Ermine G. and Erma R. Linn Brake.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Gene Troy Brake and sisters Mamie Jean Brake and Jackie Zende, and nephew Floyd “Butchie” Zende.Linn was a carpet installer for many years and was known by everyone as the best at what he did.  He worked for Valley Carpet and then as an independent contractor until his retirement.  He served his country in the U.S. Air Force and currently holds membership in the Richmond American Legion #0740.Linn is survived by and proud father of Danny (Kathy) Brake, Randy(Kris) Brake of Columbus, Kim Shupe (Tom Hecker) of Graham, Washington.  Loving companion of Judy Weaver and step-father to Rae Ann (Jeff) Bruno and Edward (Margie) Weaver.Linn was Pap Pap to Tyler and Josh Shupe, Megan Brake, Katelyn, Jesse, Jordan, and Kolin Brake and Pappy Linn to Trent and Justin Bruno and Jacob Weaver.He also leaves two brothers Ermine "Bud" (Rose) Brake and Ron (Billie) Brake and two sisters June Snyder of Bloomingdale and Lavone (Ross) Stillwagon of LaHabre, California and many nieces and nephews.Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., where a funeral service will be held Saturday 10 a.m., with Rev. Dr. Clint Quillen officiating.  Burial will follow in Fort Steuben Burial Estates where military honors will be accorded.In lieu of flowers donate to your favorite charity or Jefferson County Animal Shelter, 200 Airpark Drive, Wintersville, Ohio 43953 or Hound Haven Inc., 22 Township Road, Dillonvale, Ohio 43951.

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  • 09/03/2024

    McCoy

    Kim & Family, Extending deep & heartfelt sympathy to you and all of your family at this difficult time. With God's strength, may you find peace in the memories you cherish. We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you close in thought and prayer, Your friends, Brian, Tammy, & Callie

  • 09/03/2024

    Dave France

    Dear Judy Weaver and the Brake family. I'm very sorry of Linn's passing and extend my condolences to you all. Dave France

  • 09/03/2024

    Leigh Ann Pownall

    So sorry to hear of Linn's passing! May he rest in peace! Wonderful man!! Prayers to all the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dorothy Jewett

    Judy you and all the children have my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. God has wrapped his arms around both Brakey and your best friend Nancy Vein. They are both in his care-

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