ALICE R. CORWIN, age 99, passed away August 26, 2020, in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on June 11, 1921 to Ben and Ethel Ford. She grew up on a farm in Perry County and graduated from Glenford High School. She attended Ohio University and graduated with a degree in Elementary Education. In 1948, she married Robert Corwin, her husband for 69 years. She retired in 1979 after serving 29 years as a first grade teacher in the Lancaster City Schools. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother and a devout Christian. God blessed her life with a beautiful family and many dear friends. She was a talented quilter and was active in the Lancaster Rose Quilters for many years. Her beautiful quilts are keeping her family cozy and warm. She was a long time member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster. She is survived by daughters, Barb (Doug) Hindenlang and Sue (Ron) Smith; grandchildren, Jed (Mindy) Smith, Ben (Candace) Smith, Todd (Rachel) Smith, Beth (Dave) Gorsuch, Lisa (John) Mezquita; and 11 great grandchildren.The family requests that, in Alice’s memory, contributions be made to FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130. A private graveside service will be held at Floral Hills Memory Gardens.
