Elizabeth S. Hemkes, 86, of McConnelsville, passed away at 6:40 p.m. Sept. 16, 2019, at Marietta Memorial Hospital in Marietta. She was born July 31, 1933, in Syracuse , a daughter of the late Harold Hatch and May Bayliss Hatch.
She was a retired teacher and worked for North Syracuse Central Schools where she taught German for 30 years, she was active in AATG and NYSAFLT. She is survived by her daughter, Norvel Crandall of McConnelsville, four grandchildren, Harold Crandall of Pa., Aaron Crandall of Ohio, Stuart and Jacob Crandall both of Florida, and one great-grandchild, Jackson.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Sanford Hatch, a son-in-law, Randy Crandall, and a grandson, Samuel Crandall.
At her request a caring cremation will take place. Memorial contributions may be made to Drew University Junior year abroad program, Alumni House 36 Madison Ave. Madison, New Jersey 07940. Miller-Huck Funeral Home in McConnelsville is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to miller-huck.com.
