Stephen C. Dury , 44, Accomplished Teacher
Stephen C. Dury, 44, of Amherst, died Wednesday June 13, 2012 in the Medical Intensive Care Unit at EMH Regional Medical Center in Elyria after a sudden illness.
He was born December 10, 1967 in Lorain and had resided in Amherst for the last 6 years moving from Lorain.
Steve was a 1986 graduate of Admiral King High School in Lorain where he lettered in football for 2 years. He attended The Ohio State University where he earned his Bachelor Degree in Education. Later, he earned a Masters Degree in Education from Ashland University.
Steve was employed by Lorain City Schools as a Comprehensive Science Teacher for the last 22 years most recently teaching at Lorain High School.
Steve was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Rite Catholic Church in Lorain, the Lorain Education Association, the Ohio Education Association, National Education Association, AMVETS Post #47 of Lorain, Eagles Aerie #1442 of Amherst and the Beaver Park “Ghetto” Yacht Club in Lorain.
Steve enjoyed riding his motorcycle, boating, fishing and helping others.
He is survived by his son Stephen D. Dury at home, parents Stephen A. and JoAnne Dury (nee Almasi) of Lorain, sister Maryjo LoPresti, brother David (Gina) Dury, nieces Stefani LoPresti, Gabrielle Dury and Danielle Dury and nephew Peyton Dury, all of Amherst.
The family will receive friends Friday 2-8 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave, Lorain where a Parastas Service will be held Friday at 7:00 pm. Panachida services will be held Saturday at 9:00 am in the funeral chapel followed by the Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am at St. Nicholas Byzantine Rite Catholic Church, 2711 W. 40th St, Lorain. The Rev. Nicholas Rachford, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Lorain.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 555 Frantz Rd, Dublin, OH. 43017.
Online condolences can be made at www.gluvna.net.