Lee F. Cavin, 94, of Loudonville, died Monday, Jan. 11, 2016 in Samaritan Regional Health System, Ashland, following a short illness.
Lee was born Nov. 9, 1921 in Green Camp, Ohio and was the son of the late Lynn and NoraBelle (Foster) Cavin. He was a Mansfield Senior High School graduate as well as the recipient of a Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio University with graduate studies in Journalism. His minor in pre-med studies aided his U.S. Army service in both the U.S. and England as an X-ray Technician during World War II.
Within a year of his marriage to Gene Starlin, they became the publishers and editors of the “Seville Chronicle” for the next 30 years until 1974, when he established Hemlock Hill Tree Farm near Loudonville. While living in the Loudonville area he worked at Truax Printing as both an editor and author, and was a columnist and interim editor for the “Loudonville Times.” He was known for his humor, was an avid reader, and an enthusiastic hiker.
During his time as a Seville resident, he was instrumental in establishing their library, was keenly interested in village affairs, and was a member of the Seville Lions Club. Lee had a lifelong interest in the American circus, visiting shows regularly, and was the oldest, longest standing member of the Circus Fans of America, his membership dating to 1940. He wrote a circus-themed novel and was a freelance writer for “White Top” magazine.
Lee is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Annie and Dietrick Floeter, of Traverse City, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 67-years, Gene Starlin Cavin on May 20, 2013, and his brother, Dana Cavin.
Military honors will be held on Monday, Jan. 18, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Seville, Ohio, 44273. The Lindsey Funeral Home, Loudonville is honored to be assisting the Cavin family with arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be given in Lee’s name to either the Seville Public Library, 45 Center Street, Seville, OH 44273 or the Loudonville Public Library, 122 East Main Street, Loudonville, OH 44842. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.Byerly-Lindsey.com.
