Edward William Rasp, age 76 of Newton Falls went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 15, 2019. He passsed away at the Cleveland Clinic after a long extended illness. He was born on March 13, 1943, in Warren, OH the son of the late George Edward Rasp & Lola Pauline (Davis) Rasp.

Edward married the love of his life, Elizabeth Ann Werner on November 30, 1968 and they have enjoyed 50 years of marriage together. He had lived his entire life in Newton Falls, working at General Motors for over 31 years before retiring in 1996. He also worked as a custodian for the Newton Falls Public Library for over 10 years. When he was younger. He grew up attending the Braceville Christian Church for many years.

Edward enjoyed playing solitaire, watching Nascar, playing golf, collecting small scale cars, and drawing.

Memories of Edward will be carried on by his loving family; his wife Elizabeth A. Rasp of Newton Falls; his 2 sons Edward & Tina Rasp Jr. of Warren, Brian & Tonya Rasp of Newton Falls; 1 sister: Sandra Etto of Colonial Heights, VA, his 7 grandchildren Edward Clayton Rasp, Hannelore Elizabeth Rasp, Nikita & Chris Brewer, Zachary & Ariane Rasp, Kacey Rasp & her significant other (Kyle Nolan), Trevor Cope, & Kirsten Cope; 3 great-grandchildren Alina Nolan, Aubree Stenson, Rylie Rasp, other close family members: Heather & Greg Wall, and many nieces & nephews.

Edward is preceded in death by his parents and 1 great-granddaughter Cameron Brewer.

Calling hours will be held at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls on Monday, June 24, 2019 from 5:00- 7:00pm. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 7:00pm at the funeral home with Rev. Chris Werner officiating. Cremation will follow the service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family and friends may view Ed's obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com

Monday, June 24, 2019 7:00 PM

James Funeral Home 8 East Broad Street Newton Falls, Ohio 44444