Jeffrey Alan Singleton

Jeffrey Alan Singleton, 64, passed from this life on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his home in

Wadsworth Township.  Jeff was born November 17, 1960, to John and Nancy Singleton in Norton, Ohio, where he

excelled in baseball, and graduated class of 1979. His greatest ambition was to follow in his

father’s footsteps and become a professional baseball pitcher, but an injury from a car accident

when he was a young adult ended his dream too soon. Jeff was able to overcome this loss and

pursue his second greatest dream, which was to become a patternmaker and wood craftsman,

following in the footsteps of his grandfather Albert Struck. He worked for several pattern shops

before starting his own business, Singleton’s woodworking. He ended his woodworking career

as a sawyer for Ogonek custom hardwoods. Jeff made many beautiful custom projects for

clients, but his greatest joy was custom building his own home. Anyone who has had the

pleasure of seeing his custom cabinetry, timber framing or furniture would be able to see his

talent and passion for the craft.

In 1988, he married his great love, Tamera J. Singleton (nee Hodge), and then later welcomed

two children, Ethan J. Singleton and Molly E. Singleton. He was a dedicated husband, father

and friend. Jeff was always willing to lend a hand or his expertise to anyone who needed it. A

family member described him as being, “ Strong as a gorilla”, with the mind of Einstein.

Some of Jeff’s other hobbies in life included golf, hunting, shooting, riding his BMW motorcycle, and fishing, particularly for the elusive muskie.

Jeff also took pride in being a cub scout and boy scout troop leader for Troop 127, and a little league coach, both for his son, Ethan.

Jeff could be quiet and reserved at times, but when speaking about one of his passions, he

could go on forever. Jeff loved to fool around with his children and their friends and was funny,

without trying to be. Not a person who met him had a bad thing to say. He was kind, smart and

pure hearted, so there is no surprise that he will leave a space in the hearts of his loved ones

that can never be filled.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and beloved grandparents. He leaves behind his wife

of nearly 37 years, Tammy, his children Ethan J. and spouse Dezie, beloved grandson Mason,

his daughter Molly E., his brothers Jeremy and John Singleton, and his many nieces, nephews

and cousins. Also survived by many friends, particularly, Denny, Kevin, David, Randy, Clam, Ric, Craig, and Dan.

A memorial service will be held at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 5451 S.Cleveland Massillon

Rd, Norton, Ohio, Saturday April 26th at 11am, with luncheon to follow. Pastor Jon Carpenter

will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please make donations to the ALS

Association, Northern Ohio chapter, or to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church.

Revelation 2:10 “Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life”.

Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186