Deacon Harry J. Broering Jr., age 87 of Medina, Ohio and Vero Beach, Florida passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016. He was born on September 3, 1928 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Harry was a Veteran in the United States Army. He retired as an Engineer with Standard Oil Company of Ohio. He married Irene (nee Bouchez) on July 4, 1953. Harry was ordained in 1982 as a Deacon with the Diocese of Cleveland. He Ministered at Our Lady of Grace Church, St. Matthias in Ohio, and Mother of Mercy Church in Washington, NC. He was a member of 4th degree, Knights of Columbus. In his personal time, he enjoyed his family, traveling, golfing and fishing.
Harry will be dearly missed by his loving wife Irene of 63 years, daughter; Joann (Wayne) Boggs, grandchildren; Nicholas, Betsy, Kayla (Patrick) Moore, Anderson and Emily, great-grandchildren; Jordyn, Emmalynn and Ryleigh; his brother Richard (Marlene); many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Harry Sr. and Clara, son Eric and grandson Peter.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 from 4 to 8 PM, with Prayer Service starting at
7 PM at Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Road (corner of River Styx & Rt. 18), Medina, Ohio 44256. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 11:30 AM with ½ hr. viewing prior. Please meet at St. Francis Xavier Church, 606 East Washington St. Medina, Ohio 44256. Bishop Rogers officiating. Burial to follow in St. Francis Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers contributions may be directed to St. Francis Xavier School or Medina Right to Life.