| JACKSON CENTER - Adrian E. Klopfenstein, 87, of Jackson Center, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, at 9:45 p.m. at Wilson Memorial Hospital. Lima Angel Marie Roeder, 3 months, died at 4:15 p.m. Anna R. Yoder, 78, of 3688 Township Rd. 159, Sugarcreek, died Saturday, July 26, 2008, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born on Sept. 29, 1929, in Stark County to the late Roman I. and Mary Sommers Yoder. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She is survived by her husband, Jonas R. Yoder, whom she married on April 29, 1954; daughter Arlene (Roy L.) Miller of the home and son Leroy J. (Barbara Ann) Yoder of Sugarcreek; two brothers, Alvin (Gladys) Yoder and Jonas (Alice)… IOLA, Wis. - Arnold D. "Jeff" Jeffcoat, 72, Iola, Wis., passed away Friday, July 18, 2008, at Crystal River Nursing and Rehab Center in Waupaca, Wis. WAPAKONETA - Arthur G. "Art" Schaub, 69, of Wapakoneta, died Friday morning, July 25, 2008, at the scene of a motor scooter accident in Auglaize County. BERTHA MARIE (VanPERREN) LEWIS 1921-2008 Bertha Marie (VanPeeren) Lewis, 86, of Salesville, died Friday (July 25, 2008) at her home. She was born Aug. 12, 1921, in Detroit, Mich., daughter of the late Arie VanPeeren and Lena (Streefkerk) VanPeeren. ... Read BAUGESS Fritz Harold Baugess, went home to be with the Lord on July 26, 2008 at his residence. Born on October 18, 1913 in Elliott County Kentucky, Fritz is preceded in death by his parents Curtis and Virgie Baugess brothers Curtis, Raymond "Brownie", and Elmer "Chad" Baugess, sister Greta Rowe. Survivors include his beloved wife of 71 years, Leota (Bandy) Baugess; sons, Rollin (Shirley), William (Gloria), Edward (Ellen), Larry (Brenda) Baugess; daughters, Shirley (David) Luther and… News Death Notice BEARD, Marianna 86 of Miamisburg, Saturday. Arrangements are pending with Morris Sons Funeral Home, Kettering. News Death Notice BESECKER, Carl Edgar 86 of Troy, Sun. Service 1pm Tues., July 29, Potsdam Church of the Brethren, 22 E. Cross St., Potsdam. (Hale-Sarver, W. Milton) Beverly J. (Metcalf) Cronin Beverly J. (Metcalf) Cronin, 83, of Roswell, GA, formerly of Sebring, died on Friday, July 25, 2008, at St. Joseph Hospital in Atlanta, GA after a brief illness. She was born on April 14, 1925, in Youngstown, and lived in the... Read Beverly J. (Metcalf) Cronin, 83, of Roswell, GA, Beverly J. (Metcalf) Cronin, 83, of Roswell, GA, died Friday. Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home. Edward Paul Cross, 83, of Alliance, died Saturday. Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home. Edward Martin, 64, died Sunday at Northside Medical... Read DAVID BIAGIOTTI JR., age 35, fell asleep in death on July 23, 2008. David, devoted and loving husband of Marissa; beloved son of David Sr. and Teresa Biagiotti; dear brother of Tony Biagiotti, Philip Biagiotti (Kristin), Angelica Biagiotti; cherished uncle of Basia and Isabella Biagiotti. He is also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. A talented carpenter and a member of the Carpenters Union Local 212, he was an active member of the Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and served on their… Bishop, Virginia G. (Costanzo) TUESDAY, 2-4 AND 6-9 P.M. AT THE DiCICCO BERRY FUNERAL HOME, 23040 CENTER RIDGE RD., WESTLAKE. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 10 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 2256 Clague Rd. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery Arrangements by CRACIUN FUNERAL HOME www.cleeland.com/obits GERALD "JERRY" J. BREEN, age 62. Beloved husband of Kathleen Anne (nee Schrader); dearest father of Patrick Hugh (wife Mary), Brendan Gerald and the late Brian John Breen; loving grandfather of Brian Daniel and Logan Gerald Breen; dear brother of Catherine Nocero, John, James and Hugh Breen; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in the memory of Jerry to The Jerry Breen Scholarship Fund for Entrepreneurship, c/o John Carroll… TALLAHASSEE, Fla. ? Wanda M. Britton, age 80, died on Friday, July 25, 2008, in Tallahassee, Fla.Born Aug. 29, 1947, in Andover, Ohio, she was the daughter of Sherman M. and Gladys E. (Hall) Smock, and a 1945 graduate of Andover High School. Mrs. Britton was a bookkeeper for the Ohio Edison Company in Andover, Bill Hall Chevrolet of Andover, and for Roberts Sand Company of Tallahassee, Fla.She was a member and treasurer of the Lake Ellen Baptist Church in Medart, Fla., where she loved to teach the adult… News Death Notice BROWN MD, Hubert M. 80 of Dayton, Fri., July 25, 2008. Mass 10 A.M. Tues., July 29, Holy Angels Catholic Church. (TOBIAS- FAR HILLS CHAPEL) CHRISAGIS, Genevieve M. (Plewniak,) 86, of Tiltonsville, Ohio, died Friday, July 25, 2008, in East Ohio Regional Hospital, L.T.C. in Martins Ferry, Ohio. » Full Story Caldwell, Naomi (Featured Guest Book) Naomi Caldwell, 60, of Springfield, died on Tuesday, July 8, 2008. Caldwell, vice president of facilities management and development, organized the 2004 site selection committee and worked with the city on funds and land acquisitions for Community Mercy Health Partner's new hospital. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Carol A. Morris, 60, of Indianapolis, Ind., died on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at 9:30 p.m. at St. Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis. Carol Sue Scalambrino, 65, of New Philadelphia died Saturday, July 26, 2008, in her home surrounded by her family. A daughter of the late Frank Wise and Dorothy (Tipton) Wise-Faniola, Carol was born Sept. 27, 1942, at Wyandotte, Mich. A resident of Tuscarawas County for most of her life, Carol attended Dennison Schools. She was employed by Dr. Charles Moore where she served as a longtime aide in his chiropractic office. Carol was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church at New Philadelphia as well as an… Carol Warnke, Feb. 26, 1948 - July 25, 2008 PORT CLINTON Carol Warnke, 60, of Port Clinton, passed away Friday afternoon, July 25, 2008, in Firelands Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. ANGIE CASSARO (nee Imbrosciano), age 82, of Chicago, IL., formerly of Cleveland, OH., died peacefully at her daughter's home July 17, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Loving mother of Charlene Naso (husband John) of Chicago, IL. Cherished grandmother of Melissa Ann Naso (Eric Bachmann). Cherished daughter of the late Anthony and Florence (nee Leanza) Imbrosciano. Dear sister of Virginia LaPlaca (husband Frank), Elvera Gruttadauria and the late Josephine Salvatore (husband Ambrose, deceased).… will be from 9-11:00AM Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Online register book available at www.zettlerfuneralhome.com News Death Notice CONGO, Murphy, Jr. "Pete" 73, of Trotwood, passed away Saturday July 26, 2008. He was born in Limestone County, Alabama on January 1, 1935 to Murphy & Jimmi Mae Congo. Murphy had worked for the Golden Nugget Restaurant for 20 years and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Boosters & AARP. Survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Alice; 3 children; 4 grandchildren; 3 sisters & 2 brothers; many friends. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at the… News Death Notice COOK, John 59 of Wilmington, Fri., July 25. Graveside 11am Wed., July 30, New Antioch Cemetery. (Fisher- Edgington F. H., Wilmington) CORBIN Maralyn M. Maralyn M. Corbin, age 87, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008, at Sunset Village. Maralyn was born to Walter and Grace (Wilmoth) Corbin on March 1, 1921, in Marion, OH. She graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in Marion, OH and married Milford C. Corbin on January 31, 1942, in Marion. Maralyn was a homemaker and enjoyed playing bingo, horse races and all the other activities at Sunset Village. Maralyn is survived by her son, Nicholas (Kay) Corbin of South Carolina; daughter, Karen… CRANDALL Ella L. Crandall, age 67, of Reynoldsburg, went home to be with the Lord, July 25, 2008. Member of Reynoldsburg Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her siblings Carol Waldie, Barbara Buell, and William and Harold Ray Brummage. Survived by loving husband of 20 years, James Crandall; children, Dennis (Jan) Swisher of Missouri, Robert (Sharon) Swisher of Mississippi, Allen (Debbie) Swisher of Delaware, Ohio, Donald (Cindi) Swisher of Pickerington, Richard Swisher of Reynoldsburg, Sharon (Michael)… PHILIP A. D'AMICO, age 83. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Rocco) for 65 years; loving father of Michael (Carol); dear grandfather of Lisa O'Rourke (Patrick) and Michael (Jen); great-grandfather of Jack and Bobby O'Rourke and Mikey D'Amico; son of the late Michael and Josephine (nee Filocco); brother of Nick and the late Joseph and Mario; beloved uncle and friend of many. Mass of Christian Burial St. Rocco Church Tuesday, July 29 at 10 a.m. Entombment Brooklyn Hts. Mausoleum. Friends received… will be 9am until time of service (11am), Saturday, July 26, 2008 at the Avance Funeral Home & Crematory, 4976 Winton Rd., Fairfield. Interment will follow at West Chester Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Andy's name to the Fairfield SAY Soccer, P.O. Box 18401, Fairfield, OH 45018. Also, the family will accept condolences at www.avancefuneralhome.com News Death Notice DAVIS, Mrs. Mattie M. age 82, of Englewood, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at Hospice of Dayton. Retired employee of Good Samaritan Hospital after 34 years of service. Preceded in death by her parents, Charles Coleman and Eula Mae Smith; son-in-law, George Hedges. Survivors include her sons, Robert A. (Shelia) Coleman, Maurice L. (Darlene) Davis; daughter, Gloria Hedges; loving sisters, Louise Carey, Bessie Harrison &Eunice Coleman; 6 grandchildren; devoted friends, Barbara… RICHARD L. DeCOSKY, 61. Beloved husband of Mary A. Campbell; brother of John (Jane) of Mt. Vernon, Mary Beth Meyer (Ron) of MI., and Anne Klie of Columbus; uncle of seven; friend to many. Died July 25, 2008. Family suggests contributions to Hospice of Western Reserve, 300 E. 185 St., Cleveland 44119, Salvation Army, 2507 E. 22 St., Cleveland 44115 or Cleveland Animal Protective League, 1729 Willey Ave., Cleveland 44113. Private services. MALLOY MEMORIAL & CREMATORY www.cleveland.com/obits Donald B. Notestine, August 10, 1934 - July 27, 2008 SANDUSKY Donald B. Notestine, 73, of Sandusky, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at home, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 10 FORT LORAMIE - Dorothy Marie (Henry) Zimmerman, 84, Ohio 362, Fort Loramie, passed away at 8:28 a.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2008, of natural causes at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Sidney. WARREN — Dorothy W. Freer, 84, of Warren, died at 2:45 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital. » Full Story ATHANASIOS "TOM" DOUZOS, age 62. Beloved husband of Ekaterini "Kathy" (nee Vichos); loving father of George (Shelley) of Avon, Louis (Melanie) of Amherst, Eleni (Patrick) Neuhoff of Lorain; dear grandfather of Alyssa, Michael, Amanda, Julia and Austin; cherished brother of Gregory (Vickie), Magda (Foti) Spiropoulos, Vasoula (Panagioti) Kokorogianis. Entered into rest Friday, July 25, 2008 at University Hospital, Cleveland. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Eleni… pending. (Baker-Hazel &Snider Funeral Home, Dayton) DUNGAN James Gilbert Sr. James Dungan, 55 years, of Toledo, Ohio, died Saturday, July 26, 2008, in his home. He worked in the optical field for over 20 years at a number of businesses in the Toledo area. An avid Ohio State fan, Jim enjoyed camping, fishing and playing the guitar. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Geraldine Dungan and sister, Sharon Swinney, Jim leaves his wife, Anna; children, James Dungan Jr. and Angie (Troy) McDaniel; grandchildren, Dakota, Nathan, Austin, Kennedy and Tyler;… ELLEN R. LUCAS CADIZ -- Ellen R. Lucas, 57, of Cadiz, died Tuesday (July 22, 2008). A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were made by Clark-Kirkland Funeral Home,... Read ECHERD Robert Stevenson Echerd, passed away Wednesday, July 16th, 2008, at his home in Billings, Montana. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Julia Worley Echerd; sisters-in-law, Joanne W. Marble, Chloe Worley Crawford; brother-in law, Joseph Worley; nephews, Alan (Cher), Joseph (Sharon), Richard (Bobbe) and David Marble (Sharon), David Worley (Debi); nieces, Julia Marble, and Leslie Worley; step-mother, Inez Echerd of Jacksonville, Florida; step-brother, Buddy Roberts (Allyson) of Houston, Texas;… ECKHARDT Mona M. Mona M. Eckhardt, age 75, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2008, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 30, 1932, to William and Ruby Johnson in Toledo. Mona was the owner and operator of Mona Lisa Salon for 20 years before retiring in 1982. She was a longtime member of the Sylvania Moose Lodge. Mona loved ceramics, playing the guitar, singing and to dance, especially tap dancing. Mona often enjoyed taking trips and traveling with her husband in their motor… Edward Paul Cross Edward Paul Cross, age 83, of Alliance, died Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Alliance Community Hospital. Mr. Cross was born March 1, 1925, in Alliance to Edward and Wilma (Smith) Cross. He was a graduate of Alliance High School. Mr. Cross... Read Elizabeth A. Miller April 23, 1923 - July 25, 2008 MONROEVILLE Elizabeth A. Miller, 85, of Monroeville, died unexpectedly Friday evening, July 25, 2008, in Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky. She was bo CHARLOTTE FALKOWSKI (nee Bazan), 86, died July 25, 2008. Beloved wife of William (deceased); loving mother of Mark (Nancy) Fallon, Joanne Ashley (Roger), and William Fallon (Peggy); grandmother of nine; great grandmother of 11. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Church, 14865 E. Bagley Rd. Burial immediately following at Holy Cross Cemetery. www.cleveland.com/obits, FALLON See FALKOWSKI Notice., FALSONE See TOZZI Notice News Death Notice FAVOUR, Howard T. 75 of Jamestown, July 26. Service 1pm Wed., Jamestown Church of Christ. (Powers Funeral Home, Jamestown) FELA Chester W. Fela. Born July 16, 1917, raised in Akron, Ohio, and passed away on July 24, 2008, at the age of 91. Chester W. Fela was preceded in death by wife Ethel P. Fela. He is survived by sons, Jeffrey M. Fela of St. Petersburg, Florida and Craig D. Fela of Dallas, Texas. Mr. Fela served his country in WWII and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. He was honorably discharged in 1945. After leaving the army he married Ethel and lived in Akron, Ohio. He moved to Columbus, Ohio in the early 1950's where… . ARRANGEMENTS BY ZEIS-McGREEVEY FUNERAL HOME. www.ZMFH.com will be on Tues., 7/29 from 5-8:00 pm with Masonic Services at 7:30 pm by Jefferson Lodge # 90 and again on Wed., 7/30 from Noon-2:00 pm at the Baker-Stevens Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will be on Wed., 7/30 at 2:00 pm also at the funeral home with Dr. Marty Egelston officiating. Interment will be in the Woodside Cemetery in Middletown. Memorial Contributions may be made to: Shriner's Hospital 3229 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229- 3018 or the First United Methodist Church of Middletown… RAYE M. "BUD" FISHER JR., beloved husband of the late Margaret E. (nee Thomas); dear father of Roger C. (Helen) of Cincinnati; loving grandfather of Laura G. Fisher; brother of the late Wilbur G. and Paul E. Fisher. Service at the ZEIS-McGREEVEY FUNERAL HOME, 16105 DETROIT AVE., Wednesday, July 30 at 10 a.m. Interment Lakewood Park Cemetery. Memorials to Rocky River United Methodist Church. Friends received FROM 3-5 AND 7-9 P.M. TUESDAY. www.ZMFH.com Florence Benson, Sept. 10, 1919 - July 26, 2008 SANDUSKY Florence R. (Rock) Benson, 88, of Sandusky, died July 26, 2008, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky. She was born Sept. 10, 1919, in England and liv FOLTZ Richard H. Foltz, November 9, 1919- July 25, 2008. Survived by wife Mildred M. Foltz; sons, Roger and Sue of West Jefferson, Richard and Nancy of Sarasota, FL, Steve and Carole of Parrish, FL; and stepson, Gerald "Gay" Bauman Jr. of Westerville; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Richard requested no calling hours or services. Burial at Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made to Mount Carmel East Hospital,… NORTH STAR - Fredona M. Rethman, 97, formerly of West Star Road in North Star, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. at the Versailles Health Care Center. Funeral List for July 28, 2008 BAKER, Evelyn I. BAKER, Evelyn I. Gene S. Rose, 78, of Cambridge, died Saturday (July 26, 2008) at his home. He was born on Aug. 6, 1929, in Cambridge, son of the late Bert Rose and Mary (Warden) Rose. Mr. Rose was a retired rural mail carrier, he worked for the... Read ON TUESDAY FROM 2-4 AND 6-9 P.M. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. at St. Monica Catholic Church. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Mr. Galica was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. www.cleveland.com/obits, GERBITZ See TOZZI Notice will be Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. If desired, memorials may be made the American Business Womens Assoc. Scholarship Fund or the Animal Adoption Foundation. www.charlesyoungfuneralhome.com GAULKE Harold John Gaulke, age 68, of Chuckery, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, July 27, 2008, Heartland of Marysville. Harold was born November 28, 1939 in Chuckery. A quiet unassuming man and tremendously hard worker. He had retired as a farmer and was very active member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Chuckery and Marysville Senior Citizens. He and his parents were long time custodians of the church, he also sang in the church choir, and most recently he had been the sexton for the church… George Freeman Hetzler Higgins George Freeman Hetzler Higgins, 80, 2477 County Road 25A South, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at 2:50 p.m. after a brief illness at The Pavilion Rehab and Skilled Care Center. George Karl Haney (Hoehne) Oct. 8, 1957 - July 24, 2008 LEWIS CENTER, Ohio George Karl Haney (Hoehne), 50, of Lewis Center, Ohio, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, at home. He was born Oct. 8, 1957, in Sandusky. He gradu GIBSON Kim L. "Wanda" Kim L. Gibson, 49, of Toledo, OH passed away July 21, 2008, at her home. She was a 1977 graduate of Libbey High. She worked as a cook for 20 years. Kim was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Charles Lyons. She leaves to treasure her memory three sons, Dwayne Jr., Djuan and Damieon; three grandchildren, Kyla, Alyiah and Darion; sisters, Lathena Lyons, Sherry Love, Linda Lyons and Glynece Zimmerman. A special thanks to her caregiver, Tamar Dotson; her physical… News Death Notice GIGLIO, Faith L. 87, of Enon Friday, July 25. Visitation 1-2pm Tues., July 29, ADKINS FUNERAL HOME, 7055 Dayton Rd., Enon. Glascoe, James (Featured Guest Book) James Glascoe, 41, of Dayton, died in Trotwood on Saturday, July 26, 2008. may call at SOUTHWICK-GOOD & FORTKAMP FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3100 N. High St. Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 12-12:45 p.m. where funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Dr. Deborah K. Stevens officiating. Interment Union Cemetery. Contributions may be made to The Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center, 14 W. Lakeview Ave. Columbus, OH 43202. Visit www.southwickfuneral.com to offer condolences. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries will be Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Faith Church Athletic Fund, 1877 Millville Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45013. www.charlesyoungfuneralhome.com News Death Notice GORDON, David A. Age 51 of Trenton, passed away at Deaconess Hospital on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 2:43 AM. He was born in Hamilton on April 22, 1957 the son of Oscar and Norma (Eichner) Gordon. On January 17, 1976 in Franklin he married Mary Gay. He is survived by his wife, Mary Gordon; three children, David (Sarah) Gordon Jr., Dana (Darrell) Taggart, and Jeff (Heather) Gordon; his mother, Norma Gordon; four siblings, John, Mark, Kenny, and Edith; and five grandchildren, Kobey, Trevor,… GRAHAM George Russel "Bud" George Russel "Bud" Graham went to be with the Lord early Saturday morning, July 26, 2008. At the time of his passing he was surrounded by his family, including his wife of 62 years, two of his daughters, their husbands and his son. George was born on February 14, 1920, to George Turner and Laurette May (Smith) Graham. He was one of five siblings, including sisters, Carrie (Les) Rittner, Lucille (Clay) Geordt and Barbara (Harry) Butler. He had one brother,… pending. (Kindred Funeral Home, Englewood) DR. OFELIA HALASA, an administrator in the Cleveland Public School System for thirty-five years, died on Sunday. Born in Mas-bate, Philippines, on April 2, 1932, she graduated with a BA in communications from the University of the Philippines before coming to the U.S. in 1952. She was one of a handful of selected foreign students to study at the University of Wisconsin and later at the University of Oklahoma. At the University of Oklahoma, she met her husband of fifty-52, Adel Halasa, who is presently a… News Death Notice HAUSER, Donald Sunday, July 27th, 2008 Arrangements are Incomplete at the Baker-Stevens Funeral Home. will be on Tues., 7/29 from 1-2:00 pm at the Baker-Stevens Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life Services also there on Tues., 7/29 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Steve Botts officiating. Interment will be in the Butler County Memorial Park with military rites by the Middletown Combined Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers; Donations can be made to: Vitas Hospice @ 11500 Northlake Dr. Suite 500 Cincinnati, OH 44249 or to a Charity of One's Choice. Condolences may be sent to the family via our website @… WILLIAM B. HINSKE, 76 years, died July 23, 2008. Beloved husband of Roseann (nee Paul). Loving father of Cynthia M. (Benjamin) Hinske and Sharon A. (Raymond) Disantis. Grandfather of Charles, Alicia and Vincent Disantis and Amanda Johnston. Brother of Betty (Pierre) Dispennette, Thomas (Barbara) and John (deceased). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Korean War Veteran U.S. Army. Burial All Souls Cemetery, Chardon. Funeral Mass Tuesday 10 a.m. Immaculate Conception Church, Willoughby. Family will receive… HOOVER Harold J. "Jim" Hoover, age 81, of Plain City, OH, formerly of Hilliard, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008 at the Sanctuary of Dublin, OH. He was employed at General Motors for 38 years. A 1945 graduate of Hilliard High School, he was a member of Hilliard United Methodist Church, US Army Veteran, American Legion Post 614 and Northwest Historical Society. Preceded in death by parents Frank and Marie Hoover. Survived by loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Janet (Dever) Hoover; by his sons,… WALTRAUT HORSTMANN, 83, loving wife of the late Theodor; cherished mother of Rosemarie (Wally), Renate (Danny), Hans (Marilyn), Norman, Thomas (Judy); grandmother of 19 and great grandmother of 31, with other relatives living in Germany. Funeral Services Tuesday, July 29, 10:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2928 Scranton. Family will receive friends ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICE. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the church. NESBITT FUNERAL HOME 216-431-5825 GILBERT HUELSMAN, former owner Gil's Hardware Store, N. Royalton. Beloved husband of Ardelle (nee Braun) (deceased); dear father of David E. (wife Susan), Linda Koranda, and Jo Hannah King (deceased); grandfather of David, Stephanie, Rebecca, Matthew and Denise; great grandfather of six; brother of the following deceased: Eleanor Neuman, Mildred Lang, Arnold, Walter and Edward. The family suggests contributions to St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 5451 S. Cleveland-Massilon Rd., Norton, 44203, where… Kenton Jacqueline Loeffert Murphy, 88, of Westerville, formerly of Kenton, died at 1:37 p.m. Elida Jimmie "Darrell" Smith, 56, died at 10:19 a.m. may call Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., where Funeral service will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. Services will be officiated by Ministers of The Old Regular Baptist Church. Interment at Sunset Cemetery. Arrangments completed at Jerry Spears Funeral Home, 2693 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries JOHN I. KERR, age 92, passed away July 25, 2008. Beloved husband for almost 59 years of Ann (nee Herr). Dear father of Leslie (Thomas) Kerr-Clayton and Loretta (Larry) Pitorak. Devoted grand-father of Bryan (Emily), Kevin, Heather and Douglas Pitorak. John was a World War II Veteran, a postal clerk for 27 years at the main post office in the city of Cleveland, and a member of Bosworth Road Presbyterian Church since 1960. He was also active for many years in the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (R.S.V.P.) at… Harrod Kevin Drew Winner, 23, died at 9:33 p.m. KIEFER Richard J. Richard J. Kiefer passed away Friday night, July 25, 2008, at 10:10 p.m. after a brief illness, at Bay Park Hospital, at the age of 85. He had spent 1 year at Little Sisters of the poor in the assistant living area. Richard served in the Army Air Force during World War II. He was a longtime carpenter and a very devoted Roman Catholic. His avocation was chalk/pastel paintings for family and friends. Son of the late John and Mae Kiefer, he was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Kiefer… GEORGE NELIUS KILPATRICK, age 86, passed away July 26, 2008. He was born April 9, 1922 in Natchez, MS., where he was raised in the Natchez Children's Home and D'Evereaux Boys Home by the Brothers of Sacred Heart. George moved to Akron, OH., in 1946 after serving in the Army/Air Force from 1943-1946. There he met and married Gloria J. Barlow in 1950. They were married 57 years, having three godchildren, Pamela Gregory of Elyria, Dawn Feorene Ciolli of Lakewood and Brent Feorene of Westlake. He was a… EILEEN M. KIMBEL (nee Toth), beloved wife of the late John A. Mother of Rita J. Plata (Steve). Grandmother of Stephanie and Steven. Sister of Frances Mendyka and the late Wilma Adie and Edward Toth. Aunt and great-aunt of many. July 26, 2008. Funeral Mass Wednesday, July 30, St. Bernadette Church, (2256 Clague Rd., Westlake) at 12 noon. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS RD., N. OLMSTED (ENTRANCE OFF PHEASANTS WALK) TUESDAY 6-8 P.M.… TUESDAY, JULY 29, 2008, 5-9 P.M. in the Chapel of Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd., North Olmsted, where the funeral will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOSTAL FUNERAL SERVICES dostalfuneralservices.com News Death Notice KOEDEL, Kelly J. 31 of Butler County, Thurs., July 24. Service 1pm Wed., July 30, Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, Mansfield, OH. RALPH M. KRAFCIK, 77, of Port Clinton and Parma Hts. died July 26 at the home of his daughter in N. Royalton. A retired custom home buil-der, he was born in Cleveland, the son of Valent and Pauline Krafcik, and lived most of his life in the Cleveland area. He attended Fenn College and was a Veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his former wife, Helene Pierman Krafcik, of N. Royalton; daughter Shannon (James) Sites and two sons, Dale and Glenn Krafcik; grandchildren Brittany, Nickolas, Jacob and… CHARLES A. KROPAI, 54. Son of the late Dorothy and Arthur; beloved brother of Nancy A. Zagin (late James) of Ravenna and Brenda Kappelman (Harvey) of Willowick; uncle of James and Dorothy. Died July 25, 2008. Please meet at Calvary Cemetery for interment at 2:45 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2 with a memorial Mass to follow at St. Mary's Church, 27275 Aurora Rd., Solon. MALLOY MEMORIAL & CREMATORY www.cleveland.com/obits MARY JAYNE KUSA, age 84, of Dowa-giac, MI, began life on March 8, 1924 in Cleveland, the daughter of Frank and Mae (nee Dolesh) Stepanik. She was united in marriage to James Raymond Kusa on Sept. 10, 1949 in Cleveland. Mary Jayne was a registered nurse who specialized in emergency and intensive care nursing. She served her country as an Army nurse during World War II. She practiced nursing at Deaconess Hospital in Cleveland, Parma Hospital, Lee Memorial Hospital in Dowagiac and the Dowagiac Nursing Home.… STEVE LANGOS, 77. Beloved husband of Julie (nee Nicholas); loving father of Frank, John (Susan), and Lisa Rossi (Rick); loving grandfather of Steven, Jamie and Jimmy; brother of Marigo and Michali (both of Greece). Executive Chef and Restauranteur for 48 years in Greater Cleveland. All funeral services Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 4548 Wallings Rd., N. Royalton. Contributions suggested to St. Paul Benevolent Fund. Interment St. Theodosius Cemetery. Family will… may call at Willis Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. Full military rites will be given at the cemetery by volunteers of area veteran lodges. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries FORT LORAMIE - Leon J. DeLoye, 63, East Park Street, Fort Loramie, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his home of natural causes. News Death Notice LEWIS, Paul E. age 86, of Liberty Township, passed away Sunday at the Atrium Medical Center. He was born in West Liberty, Kentucky, August 1, 1921, son of Willie and Rissie Lewis. He came to this area at the age of 6. Mr. Lewis was a World War II Army veteran, and worked at Armco for over 38 years in West Processing. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lizzie Lewis; a son, Paul Lewis, Jr. of Tampa FL; 2 stepsons, Roger Cornett and Randall Cornett, both of Middletown; grandsons Chris of… MURPHY Jacqueline Loeffert-Murphy passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008. She was born August 12, 1919 in Kansas City, MO to Ralph T. and Grace (Wachalec) Harding. In 1920, she came to live with her maternal grandparents Michael and Elizabeth Wachalec in Kenton, OH. For the past three years she has been a resident of the Westerville Village. On February 14, 1943 she married G. Richard Loeffert who preceded her in death on August 13, 1980. On August 21, 1993 she married Herbert A. Murphy who preceded her in… LEAVITTSBURG — Loretta Mulligan, 74, of Leavittsburg, died at 1:50 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at St. Joseph Health Center in Warren after a battle with stomach cancer. She was born Dec. » Full Story Lucy Powszok nee Ruffini, 87, of Hoffman Estates, Ill., formerly of Dennison, O., passed away on Monday, July 21, 2008 in her home. Born Sept. 22, 1920, in Dennison, she was a daughter of the late Flaviano and Tomasina (Martinelli) Ruffini. Lucy was the beloved wife of Klyment “Clem” Powszok with whom she celebrated 55 years of marriage, having been wed on Sept. 24, 1952. They were blessed with two sons, Michael Powszok and his wife Victoria who reside in Temecula, Calif., and Thomas Powszok and his… Lunsford, Zachariah "Little Man"* News Death Notice LUNSFORD, Zachariah "Little Man"3, of Hamilton, Thurs., July 24. Service 1pm Wed., July 30, Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, Mansfield, OH MATIS, Joseph Michael, Sr., 90, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Friday, July 25, 2008 at his home. » Full Story News Death Notice MANDRELL, Ruth Mary 88 of Lees Creek, July 27. Service 10am Thurs., July 31, Lees Creek United Church of Christ, Lees Creek. (Littleton, Sabina) News Death Notice MANN, David Ernest of Dayton, OH passed away at home on June 30, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Mary Mann of Clayton, Ohio. David was a beloved husband and father, survived by his wife of 13 years April Mann, two sons; David P. Mann of Toledo, OH and Michael C. Mann of Dayton, OH; one brother Chris Mann of Wyoming; two sisters and brother-in-law: Diane Grandinette of Tipp City, OH and Norma Jean Eikenberry and Philip Eikenberry of Englewood, OH as well as a host… Marciano, Dorothy F. (Gammiere) DOROTHY F. MARCIANO (nee Gammiere), 78 years, died July 23, 2008. Beloved wife of Joseph J. Loving mother of Deborah J. (John) Loparo, Michele M. "Shellie" (Thomas) Yafanaro, Joseph J. Jr. (deceased) (Lori) and Louis (JoAnne). Grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of three. Daughter of the late Louis and Frances (nee Tudino) Gammiere. Sister of Louis (Marie) Gammiere. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Interment Lake View Cemetery. Funeral Mass, Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Holy Rosary Church,… News Death Notice MASON, Janice E. (Overholtz) 66 of Dayton, Friday. Service 10:30am Wednesday, Kindred Funeral Home, Englewood. MATTHEWS Ralph L. Matthews, Jr., age 66, of Columbus and New Smyrna Beach, FL, July 25, 2008 at the James Hospital. Preceded in death by parents Ralph and Merle Matthews, sister Carolie McClish. Survived by sisters, Barbara (Frank) Bouic, Marilyn Matthews; brother-in-law, Richard McClish; nieces, Kathy O'Conner, Susan Marsico, and Jodi Barth; nephews, Rick McClish and Scott Barth; seven great nieces and nephews. U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, graduate of Worthington High School, class of '59;… INA L. MAVIN (nee Bartow), age 89. Beloved wife of the late Chester A. Loving mother of Linda Shinko (Julius), Doyle Wilkerson (Ron) and Martha Herczyk (Ed); devoted grandmother of seven; and great-grandmother of six. Dear sister of William, Dwight, Dale and Donald Bartow and Authorine McEhean and the late Rene Hook, Helen Nance and Samuel and Chester Bartow. Passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008. Memorials may be forwarded to the Beacon House at the Wesleyan Village, 807 West Ave., Elyria, OH 44035. Funeral… McCONNAUGHY, William E., 82, of Spring Heights, Brookside, Ohio, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, in East Ohio Regional Hospital, Long Term Care, Martins Ferry. » Full Story , if they wish, may make a memorable contribution to Overbrook Presbyterian Church or Maryville College, 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries McKENZIE William D. Mc Kenzie, age 66, Thursday, July 24, 2008, at Zusman Community Center. Family will receive friends Tuesday, July 29 from 10-11 a.m. at Stoney Brook United Methodist Church, 485 Cherry Bottom Road, where Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Fellow Trenton Cemetery, Sunbury Ohio. Arrangements are under the care of THE MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High Street. 614-444-1185. To sign the on-line register, visit www.MaederQuintTiberi.com . Sign the online… MCNELLEY Sammie Sammie McNelley, age 74, of Toledo, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2008, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. He was born on January 25, 1934, to Bert and Addie (Frank) McNelley in Athens, Tennessee. Sammie worked for Jeep for over 30 years in the paint department. He was a Korean War Army Veteran. Sammie was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Martha E. and daughter, Sandy Jo. He is survived by his son, Donald (Darlene) McNelley of Tennessee and daughter, Donna… MARY MERRETT, 92, passed July 22, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Forest Merrett (Dec. 2000); cherished mother of Lillian; cousin of Walter Wenson and aunt of many nieces and nephews. Services WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, VIEWING 10 A.M. Funeral 10:30 a.m. at WATSON'S FUNERAL HOME, 10913 SUPERIOR watsonsfuneralhome.com Michael, Patricia Jane (Doughty) will be received on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the English Funeral Home & Cremation Svc., Inc., 378 Maryland Ave. Oakmont, PA 15139. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, 10 a.m. at the Oakmont Presbyterian Church, 415 Pennsylvania Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. MILES Dr. J. "Beryl" Miles, age 92, long time Hilltop Podiatrist, passed away on July 26, 2008, at home with his family by his side. He was born on October 11, 1915 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from West High School and Ohio College of Podiatry. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years Martha J. (Swicegood) Miles, parents James W. and Hertha A. (Schuler) Miles, brothers Dr. Jack W. Miles and Robert C. Miles, granddaughter Michelle Miles. Survived by sons, John (Burr) and wife Sandy, Tim… may call at the Maison-Dardenne - Walker Funeral Home, 501 Conant St., Maumee on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, from 5-9 p.m. with the Rosary being recited at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will begin on Thursday in the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph's Church, Maumee at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Heart Care Center at St. Vincent-Mercy Medical Center. www.walkerfuneralhomes.com Miller, Ryan (Featured Guest Book) Ryan Miller, 10, of Mercer County, died Saturday, July 5, at Childrens Medical Center in Dayton. will be Wednesday, July 30, 2008 from 6-8 pm at Anderson Funeral Home (1357 E. 2nd Street, Franklin, Ohio 45005) Service will be held at the family's convenience. Please visit www.anderson-fh.com to share a memory in the family guest book. DAVID MORRISON, beloved husband of Betty Ruth (nee Cyphers) and the late Norma Morrison. Loving father of Debra (Ronald) Baker and the late Mark Morrison. Devoted grandfather of Dana and Ian Baker. Dear brother of the late Robert and Stanley Morrison. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, July 29 at 1 p.m. at the Mt. Olive Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the residence, 250 Chatham Way, Mayfield Hts., TUESDAY FOLLOWING SERVICES. Friends who wish may contribute to the Menorah Park Hospice Program.… Myrtle E. Ruble Myrtle E. Ruble, 86, of Painesville, died Friday. Born Oct. 1, 1921, in Sidney, Ohio, she was a member of the Painesville United Methodist Church and the Mary-Martha and Rebecca Circles of the church. She was also active in the... Read NICHOLS Geneva Nichols, age 67, passed away on July 23, 2008. She was born in Hamon, KY on February 15, 1941. Preceded in death by parents Ruby (Nichols) Robinson and Uriah Robinson, brother Michael Robinson and 1st grandson Arthur Ford Jr. She leaves behind, children, Elizabeth, Angela, Michelle, Michael, Sheila; brothers, Oddie (Jean) Sanders, Alphonso (Carolyn) Nichols, Charles (Linda) Nichols; sisters, Martha Nichols and Ruby Mae Robinson; 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; loving family and… OWEN R. GROGG Owen R. Grogg, 68, of Coshocton, died Wednesday (July 23, 2008) at Southeastern Med. Arrangements are pending at Thorn-Black Funeral Home,... Read ELLA OKLANDER, beloved mother of Diana and Alex; dear sister of Inna. Services at BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Tuesday, July 29 at 3 p.m. Burial Mt. Sinai Cemetery., PLATA See KIMBEL Notice. OMLOR (PENNY) Marsha Omlor, 50, of Lewis Center, OH, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at Grady Memorial Hospital. Marsha, who had touched the lives of so many, is preceded in death by her father Harry Penny and step-father Arthur E. Middleton. Survived by her mother, Darla Middleton; daughter, Ericka Henderson; sons, Ryan Schwartz, Adam Omlor and Evan Omlor; brother, Brent (Kim) Penny; and niece, Brittany Penny. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at… PARRETT Ronald L. Parrett, retired Army Chief Warrant Officer, 47, of Ft. Oglethorpe, GA, previously of Columbus, OH, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his residence. Chief Parrett was a retired United States Army Veteran with 28 years of service. During his career in the U.S. Army he served in several campaigns including Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Kuwait, two tours of Iraq and Afghanistan receiving the Bronze Star and numerous other medals. He is survived by his parents, Jack and Margo Parrett;… Wapakoneta Paula A. pending. LITTLETON &RUE FUNERAL HOME. PETERS Catharine R. Peters, age 78, of Columbus, OH, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Mt. Carmel East Medical Center. She was born June 18, 1930 to the late Cosby and Virginia Melton. Catharine was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Catharine is survived by her husband of 50 years, Don; children, Elaine (Rob) Davis, Linda (Sam) DeWorth and Jennifer (Boe) Cooper; Glenda (Rich) Henderson, Gail (Gale) Myers and Gary (Barbara) Tyree; grandchildren,… Pitstick, Austin (Featured Guest Book) Austin Pitstick, 11, died Thursday, July 10.Community members said he loved farming and his family. and family will gather, Wednesday, July 30, 2008, from 1:00 p.m. until a Celebration of His Life at 2:00 p.m. at the Countryside Wesleyan Church, 9963 Summerfield Road, Temperance, Michigan. The Reverend Robert Tucker pastor of the church will officiate. Cremation has taken place. Private Inurnment will follow at Toledo Memorial Park at a later date. Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street, Frenchtown Township, (734) 384-5185 was entrusted with his arrangements. Memorial Donations may be made to… R. Eilene Cusick, age 80, of the Tappan Lake area and who was a longtime Toronto resident, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family Saturday, July 26. She was born Sept. 6, 1927, in Toronto, the daughter of the late John Hiram and Gladys Belle Cherry Rolston. Eilene is a 72-year member and was a deaconess of the North River Avenue Christian Church at Toronto. She was also an Honorary Deaconess Emeritus of the church and a member of the Missionary Society of the church. She is a member of the… Ralph R. “Ike†Joyce 1930-2008 NILES — Ralph R. “Ike†Joyce, 78, 504 Hunter St., died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his residence. Mr. Joyce was born March 20, 1930, in Niles, the son of Ralph C. » Full Story RATHAUS Joe Rathaus, age 60, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. Complete obituary and arrangements later by EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries ANDREW M. REPAK, beloved husband of Ruth (nee Lizotte); dear father of Andrea R. Bertussi (James) and Alissa R. Swartz (Ira); dearest grandfather of Scott, Alyse and Elizabeth; brother of Judith Haida and the following deceased: Mary Babel, John and Susan Vircant. ALL SERVICES AT HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 6220 BROADVIEW RD., PARMA, TUESDAY, JULY 29 AT 11 A.M. WHERE FRIENDS MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES FROM 10-11 A.M. Interment Hope Memorial Gardens, Hickley, OH. In lieu of flowers, memorials may… will be received Tuesday, July 29, 2008, from 2-9 p.m. at Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg (419-874-3133) where a Knights of Columbus service will be held at 7:00 p.m. and a Scripture service will be at 7:30 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home, Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Rose Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Fort Meigs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial… WARREN — Richard W. Vesey, 89, of Warren, died at 10:39 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital. He was born Nov. » Full Story may visit the family on Monday, July 28, 2008, at the Eggleston Meinert Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Road, Oregon, Ohio from 4-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. with interment following at Oak Harbor Union Cemetery, Oak Harbor. Contributions may be made to Avalon of Otterbein/ Perrysburg, Hospice of Northwest Ohio or Mercy St. Charles Memorial funds. www.egglestonmeinert.com GLADYS ROBERTSON (nee Johnson) age 83. Beloved wife of James; loving mother of Alan (Linda), Elizabeth, Jean Polito (James); loving grandmother of Kanoa Elizondo (Scott) and Gabriel Connors. Memorial Services Saturday, September 6, 2008, at 11 a.m., at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 25200 Lorain Rd., N. Olmsted. Arrangements by KACIREK FUNERAL HOME (440)777-5522 Rosaria M. “Roro†“Rose†Santucci 1933-2008 HOWLAND — Rosaria M. “Roro†“Rose†Santucci, 74, of Howland, died at 2:08 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at the Cleveland Clinic-Hillcrest Division. She was born Dec. » Full Story Van Wert Roy E. Lima Ruthanne Dahill, 81, died at 4:19 a.m. SHIRLEY ANN PAVLIK Shirley Ann Pavlik, 83, formerly of Monroe, Mich., and Cambridge, died Tuesday (July 22, 2008) at Genesis Health and Rehabilitation of McConnelsville. Arrangements are pending at Thorn-Black Funeral Home,... Read SHIRLEY ANN PAVLIK SERVICES 1924-2008 Services will be noon Tuesday at Thorn-Black Funeral Home, Cambridge, for Shirley Ann Pavlik, 83, formerly of Monroe, Mich., and Cambridge, who died Tuesday (July 22, 2008) at Genesis Health and Rehabilitation of... Read Schell, Alberta Lorene (Birch)* News Death Notice SCHELL, Alberta Lorene (Birch), 85 of Fairborn, Sat., July 26. Service 10am Thursday, July 31, Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, Fairborn. News Death Notice SEMLER, Frances F. 70 of Fairborn, Saturday July 26, 2008. Arrangements are pending with Morris Sons Funeral Home, Fairborn. may call at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. Dr. Richard Ellsworth, officiating. Interment Blendon Central Cemetery. Donations may be made in her honor to the Central College Presbyterian Church or the Central Ohio Theatre Organ Society. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries SHOAF Ronald E. Shoaf, age 71, of Orient, died Saturday, July 26, 2008 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Please look to future editions of the Columbus Dispatch for the complete obituary. Arrangements being completed by SCHOEDINGER-NORRIS CHAPEL, Grove City. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries ROSA ANN SLOAN-MASON (nee Green), pas-sed July 23, 2008. Services WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, WAKE 12:30 P.M., Funeral 1 p.m. at WATSON'S FUNERAL HOME, 10913 SUPERIOR DELORES I. SMITH, age 90. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence; loving mother of David (Madelyn) and Linda (Gene) Graves; sister of Marilyn Panhorst and the late Theresa Rogers; beloved grandmother of four; great-grandmother of 10. Memorial Mass Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Albert the Great Church, followed by inurnment at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Hospice of Medina County, 100 High Point, Medina, OH 44256. BABITT FUNERAL HOME 440-237-4569 ERENA SMITH, 82. Beloved mother and grandmother went to be with the Lord on July 22, 2008. Mother to everyone, friend to all. Mother Smith's VIEWING will be TUESDAY 9 A.M.-9 P.M., WEDNESDAY WAKE 11-11:30 A.M., Homegoing Services following at CUMMINGS AND DAVIS, 13201 EUCLID AVE. FRANCES MARIE SMITH, dear sister of Joan Eisner (husband Roy); beloved daughter of John and Edna Smith (both deceased). Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 30 at St. Paschal Baylon Church. Interment All Souls Cemetery. The family will receive friends to honor and pay one's respects to Frances at the DiCICCO AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 5975 MAYFIELD RD., MAYFIELD HTS. (AT LANDER RD.), TUESDAY 4-8 P.M. Online condolences www.mem.com. News Death Notice SMITH, Geraldine Ann "Gerri" Age 63, of West Carrollton, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2008 at Hospice of Dayton. Gerri was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandma, and great grandma. Gerri is survived by her husband: Raymond Smith, daughters and sons-in-law: Justine (Arthur Jr.) Kangas, Gina (Todd) Reichard, Geraldine (Greg) Kincer, Patrice McIntyre, Jennifer Smith; sons and daughter-in-law: Donald McIntyre Jr., Shawn (Jeanie Bach) Hickey; grandchildren: Tamara, Terisa,… Sohner, Ruth Wilhelmine Poetter SOHNER Ruth Wilhelmine Poetter Sohner, age 91, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2008 at Westminster Thurber Community. She was born in Holgate, Ohio on September 15, 1916, the daughter of Amelia and Henry Poetter. She graduated from Canal Fulton High School in 1933. After high school, she attended Kent State College for two years, then moved to Uniontown where she taught for three years. On March 9, 1939, she and Bill Sohner were married in Wadsworth, Ohio, where she became a homemaker and mother of four… MONDAY 6-8 P.M. AND TUESDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Rick Stalzer Memorial Fund at Charter One Bank, Broadview Rd. and Rt. 82 in Broadview Hts. www.cleveland.com/obits SHIRLEY M. STEWART, age 71, passed away July 23, 2008. The lights of heaven shined brighter on Wednesday as she took her place with our Lord in heaven. Loving wife of the late Mizell Stewart; dearest sister of Eugina Ray. Shirley was a long time member of the Buffalo Soldiers of Cleveland and served as the Director of Hough Opportunity Center for many years. She retired as a Chief Deputy Clerk in Cleveland Municipal Court. Family will receive friends TUESDAY, JULY 29, 2008 FROM 5-7 P.M. AT THE GAINES… News Death Notice STOFFREGEN, James E. Age 76, of Tipp City, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008. He was preceded in death by one son, Matthew; and by one brother, William. Jim is survived by his wife, Judy Stoffregen; five children, James Jr (Michelle) & their children Natalie, Rachel, and Trevor, Steve, Angie & her children, Aaron and Nina, Julie (Steve) & their children, Morgan and Matt, and Cathy & her children Stephanie and Jocelyn; one sister, Mary (Don); Judys children, Shelly (Mike)… GERALD ALAN SUTTON, age 76, of Aurora. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Rudd); loving father of Alan (Sue) Sutton and grandfather of Jaime and Dan Sutton. Died Sunday, July 27, 2008. Gerald served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made, in Gerald's name, to The Cleveland Rotary Foundation, 1122 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, 44115-1229. Friends will be received TUESDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. at JOHNSON-ROMITO, A GOLDEN RULE… THOMAS GEORGE DRENAN 1956-2008 Thomas George Drenan, 52, of Cambridge, passed away Saturday (July 19, 2008) at home. Tom was a wonderful husband for 25 years to Karen C. Drenan. He was a loving and devoted father to one son, Justin Tyler Drenan; and... Read The Rev. E.J. Miller, March 7, 1928 - July 26, 2008 BELLEVUE The Rev. E.J. Miller, 80, residing in Bellevue, was called home by our Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 26, 2008, following a lengthy illness. Father may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd. on Monday, July 28 from 2-8 p.m. where a Scripture service will be held at 7:00. Funeral services will begin in the mortuary on Tuesday, July 29 at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Church. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may take the form of a contribution to Central Catholic High School, St. Charles Borromeo Church or to St. Joan of Arc Church. Please view and sign the… Thomas G. Hobart Sr. 1932-2008 LORDSTOWN — Thomas G. Hobart Sr., 75, passed away in the loving arms of his family at 4:15 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his home. Tom was born Sept. » Full Story Thomas R. THOMAS Cornell L. Thomas, age 33, of Columbus, Oh., passed away Friday, July 18, 2008. He was born to Linda Thomas and Gene Ragland and is preceded in death by grandmother Essie M. Harris. He is survived by sister, Samantha Blackwell; children, Shayree Gadson, Dominique Thomas, Chanelle Peaks; and a host of other family members by way of Atlanta, Georgia, nieces, nephew, and friends. Family will receive friends, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from 11 a.m.-12 noon at SMITH MORTUARY, 2830 Cleveland Ave., with a… 10:30am Wed., July 30, Christ Episcopal Church, 63 E. Church St, Xenia. (McColaugh F.H., Xenia) 11:00 am, Wednesday, July 30 at Hall-Jordan &Pretty Memorial Chapel, 918 S. Main St., Middletown. Funeral services at 12:00 noon. Rev. Steven McGee officiating. Interment at Woodside Cemetery. Times, Forrest "J." (Featured Guest Book) Forrest J. Times, 38, of Brookville was killed Thursday, July 24, after his motorcycle hit a car. may call TUESDAY at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. Fifth Avenue from 4-8 p.m., with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m., WEDNESDAY at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 1420 Grandview Avenue. Rev. Msgr. John K. Cody, Presider. Burial, St. Joseph Cemetery, Lockbourne, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute in memory of Michael to Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus Ohio 43205. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com . Sign the… News Death Notice TOWNSEND, James Allen Age 91, of Cumming passed away Friday, July 25, 2008. He was a member of The Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Cumming , GA. He was also a lifetime member of the Kiser Lake Sailing Club, a member of Keenagers Club, and the Lions Club. Mr. Townsend was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Townsend and his son, Tom Townsend. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Leonard and Betty Townsend of Cumming; daughter-in-law, Kyung Jagger of Beaver Creek, OH; sister,… GUIDO TOZZI, age 81. Beloved husband of Maria "Donna" (nee Sciarretta); dearest father of Frances Brewer (husband Bill and late husband Dennis Ignat), Florence Mazzeo (husband Dino), Carmen Falsone (husband Michael) and the late Dora Gerbitz (husband Blake); devoted grandfather of Theresa and Nicole Falsone and Marissa Gerbitz; dear brother of Emma Varone (husband Vincent) and the late Fedora Tozzi; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at St. Francis of Assisi… TYNDALL David Leon Tyndall, 78, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his home. Born to the late Murl and Lois (Freewald) Tyndall in Indiana on July 26,1930, David is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Lou (Burchfield) Tyndall; daughters, Debbie (Andy Curtis) Turner, Donna (Hector) Campacci, Dinah Lou (Craig) Emrich; son, David (Corina) Tyndall; brother, William (Lucille) Tyndall; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; several nieces,… may call at the Walter Funeral Home, 4653 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, OH on Tuesday, July 29, 2008, from 2 to 8 p.m. Services will be from the funeral home on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Highland Memory Gardens, Waterville, OH. www.walterfuneralhome.com FORT MYERS, Fla. — Vera B. Wilkinson, 83, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, after an extended illness. She was born July 26, 1924, in Warren, and moved to Fort Myers from Ohio in 1996. » Full Story WARREN — Virginia L. Lynn, 53, died at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Imperial Skilled Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. » Full Story CALDWELL -- Walter T. Crum, 88, of Caldwell, died Friday (July 25, 2008) at Summit Acres Nursing Home, Caldwell, following a long illness. He was born Feb. 28, 1920, in Noble County, son of the late John and Agnes Schockling... Read Walker, Heather (Featured Guest Book) Heather Walker was found dead on April 26, 2008. WALLACE Frank C. ''Buddy" Jr. Frank C. "Buddy" Wallace Jr., age 50, of Toledo, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008, at Flower Hospital. The family will receive guests Tuesday 2-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300) with services beginning Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday edition of the Blade. News Death Notice WALSH, Ellen "Nana"93, died July 26, 2008 in Morgantown, WV. Ellen was born in Hanover Township, PA June 22, 1915 and resided there most of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Walsh, one sister and three brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Judithann Whelley and her grandson, Brendan Whelley of Dayton, her daughter Maryellen (Thomas) of Morgantown, grandchildren, Thomas of Denver, CO, Christopher (Hillary) of Colorado Springs, CO and Kathleen Saba of… GEORGE E. WANCATA, age 35. Former husband of Sharon; loving son of Francine and George; dear brother of Donald (Karen) and Ronald Wancata, Tammy Cervenka and Cassie Wagner (Will); dearest uncle of Cole, Olivia, Sarah, Emily, Kristen and Eric; loving great-uncle of Ayden. Former member of Carpenter's Union Local 212. The family suggests contributions to the Parma Animal Shelter, 6260 State Rd., Parma, 44134. Fri-ends may call at RYBICKI & SON, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 7906 BROADVIEW RD. (CORNER OF… WILLIAM L. WASZIL, age 58. Son of Mary (husband Cliff "Kip") Arick, and the late William Waszil; nephew of Vivian Gombert and the late Joseph and Charles Eisler; cousin to many. Funeral Mass Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours, 1800 Station Rd., Valley City. Friends may call at THE BAUER FUNERAL HOME, 2089 COLUMBIA RD., VALLEY CITY, OH TUESDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. Memorials suggested if desired to the St. Martin Church Building Fund. www.cleveland.com/obits WATI Vidya Wati, 82, beloved mother, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008. Survived by children, Adarsh K. Bhandari and Asha Kumar; grandchildren, Pradeep and Deepak Bhandari. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday at COTNER FUNERAL HOME, 7369 East Main St., Reynoldsburg, where family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Messages may be sent to the family at www.cotnerfuneralhome.com . Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries Wendel, Eugene A. (Featured Guest Book) Eugene A. Wendel, 57, of New Weston, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. 12-2 at the church. (Barnes, Eaton) ON MONDAY FROM 2-4 AND 6-9 P.M. Services Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment All Saints Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested in his name to Hospice & Palliative Care Partners of Ohio (an agency of the VNA), 2500 E. 22 St., Cleveland, OH 44115. www.cleveland.com/obits WHITE Robert J. White, Jr., age 72, of Canal Winchester, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2008, at Mt. Carmel East Medical Center. He was born September 28, 1935. Robert retired after 40 years of service with A.E.P. and served in the U.S. Air Force National Guard. He served as a Past Master of Ralph R. Rickly Lodge #670 F&AM, a 32 degree Scottish Rite Master Mason and a member of the Aladdin Shrine. Robert is survived by his wife of 21 years, Mary J-Ann White; mother, M. Eleanor White; sister, Sue-Ann… are invited to visit after 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday in the Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 Sylvania Ave. where funeral services will follow beginning at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family wishes that contributions be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. www.ansberg-west.com News Death Notice WILLET, Bernice Marie (Gardner), 63, of Lebanon, Thursday. Service, Wednesday 7 PM at Oswald-Hoskins, Lebanon. WILLIAMS John H. Williams, 71, passed away July 21, 2008. Retiree of Buckeye Steel. Preceded in death by his wife of 45 years Nannie Mae Williams. Survived by sons, John H. (Shizuyo) Williams Jr. and James R. (Andrea) Williams; daughters, Joyce Williams-Nowell, Elaine (George) Scott, Felicia (Morris)Davis, Rhonda (Michael) Anderson and Sharon Barnett; brother, Odell Williams; 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral 12Noon Tuesday, July 29,… hip Missionary Baptist Church, 1775 W. Broad Street, where the family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the start of service. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street. Condolences may be expressed online at www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries WINGATE Paul C. Wingate Jr, 34, of Columbus, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. Born to Paul C. and Karen (Nunemaker) Wingate Sr. in Columbus on March 4, 1974, Paul is survived by his parents; sisters, Theresa (Bill) Blanken, Christina (Rico Rivera) Wingate, Lisa Nunemaker; nieces, Ashley, Alisha, Mia, Halle; nephews, Danny Jr, Dustin, Marcus, Hector; great-nephew, Drake; fiancee, Tiffaney Marshall; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Paul was an avid player on WOW, Runescape, and Team Speak… News Death Notice WISSMAN, Daniel T. 49, of Dayton, Thursday, July 24, 2008. Service 2 P.M. Tuesday, July 29, Westbrock Funeral Home, Dayton Jessica Amber WOOD 7/28/1983 - 10/14/2003 We do not need a special day to bring you to our minds. The days we do not think of you, are very hard to find. YOUR LOVING FAMILY LAWRENCE R. YAMBOR SR., beloved husband of the late Margaret A. (nee Kafer). Dear father of Lawrence Yambor Jr. (deceased) and Elaine Yambor. Loving grandfather of Dawn Whiteford (Jamie) and great-grandfather of Ryan and Jason. Dear brother of the following deceased: Robert, Gordon, Joseph and Earl. Mr. Yambor was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran of World War II. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of the Cleveland Clinic at The Renaissance, 26376 John Rd., Olmsted Falls, OH 44138 or… YAVITCH Eric J. Yavitch, age 39, of New Albany, died suddenly and unexpectedly, Saturday, July 26, 2008 at St. Ann's Hospital. Eric was a founding partner of the Yavitch and Palmer Law Firm in 1996. He was a devoted husband and father. He would go out of his way to help anyone in need. He was a 1987 graduate of Reynoldsburg H.S. 1991 graduate of Baldwin Wallace College, attended Pepperdine University and received his J.D. in 1995 from Capital University Law School. Along with his partner Steve Palmer he… News Death Notice YOUNG, Sr., Robert D. Bob 92 of Greenville, Thurs., July 24. Service 10:30am Wed., July 30, Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. ANA M. ZAYAS, of Orange City, FL. Age 74, passed away on July 26, 2008. Ana is survived by her husband of 50 years, Pedro; three sons, Kenneth (Patricia), Kevin and Alvin, all of Cleveland; four grand-children, Nicholas, Alexia, Ethan and Kyle; siblings Angel, Mary, George, Victor, Pedro, Aida and Josian; several nieces and nephews. Ana was predeceased by two brothers, Geraldo and William. Friends may call SUNDAY 5-8 P.M. AT DELTONA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 1295 SAXON BLVD., ORANGE CITY, FL. A Mass of… |
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