Jeffrey Charles "Buz" McGhee, 67, of Kinsman, Ohio, died on Sunday, May 12, 2024, in Greenville, following a brief illness.

He was born on Sept. 20, 1956, in Sharon, the son of Raphael Madelyn (Vernel) and Byron Ellsworth McGhee.

Jeff was a 1974 graduate of Brookfield High School.

On Aug. 30, 1985, he married the love of his life, Patricia "Chicky" Ann DeCarmen.

Jeff was a dedicated plant operator for Shenango Valley Water Co. for 37 years, until his well-deserved retirement in 2014.

He was a member of Saint Patrick Catholic Church, Kinsman, Ohio.

Jeff's life was enriched by his passion for cheering on his beloved sports teams, the St. Louis Cardinals, the Indianapolis Colts, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

He found joy in playing guitar, hunting, fishing, and farming his own land alongside his children. However, his greatest happiness was spending time with his grandchildren, whom he adored dearly.

Jeff is preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law, Lou Ann McGhee.

Survivors include his dear wife of 38 years, Patty McGhee; his four children, Jeffrey P. (Heather) McGhee of Vernon, Ohio, Sarah M. (Tommy Wilkes) McGhee of Bristolville, Ohio, Zachary K. (Rachael) McGhee of Macedonia, Ohio, and Katelin R. (Jason Hockey) McGhee of Howland, Ohio; 10 cherished grandchildren, Shawn, Sophia, Camilla, Everett, Aria, Emmett, Emerson, Morgan, Aubree, and Millie; his brother, Byron "Mac" McGee of Brookfield, Ohio; sisters, Debbie (Thomas) Sanford of Hartford, Ohio; Cindy (Robert) Fifthian of Hermitage; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Let us not forget Jeff's favorite grand-cats, Delicious and Horkey.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church, P.O. Box 669, Andover, OH 44003.

McGHEE

Jeffrey Charles "Buz," 67, of Kinsman, Ohio.

Visitation: 5 p.m. to time of service Friday (5-17-24) in BAUMGARDNER FUNERAL and CREMATION SERVICE, 8569 Main St., Kinsman, Ohio.

Services: 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with Father John Ettinger officiating.

Private burial: West View Cemetery, Vernon, Ohio.

Online condolences: www.baumgardnerfuneralhome.com.