| Adornetto, Alfred P. LEONARD ADORNI, age 83. Beloved husband of Yolanda McHugh Adorni (nee Silvestro), and the late R. Joyce (nee Adams); loving father of Kimberly Klimko-wicz (Don), Timothy, Melanie Stewart (Rick), Courtney Salamon (Brent) and step-father of Dwight McHugh (Chris), and Joseph McHugh (Terry); dearest grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of six; cherished brother of the late Louise Papp and Arthur Adorni; dear brother-in-law of Jan Guil-foyle and Sue Foote. Pass-ed away Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008. A funeral… Alberta K. (Michel) Riedy March 18, 1923 - Aug. 25, 2008 SANDUSKY Alberta K. (Michel) Riedy, 85, of Sandusky, formerly of Marblehead, passed away late Monday evening, Aug. 25, 2008, after a brief stay in Providence Ca DONALD ALTMOS, 85, passed away Saturday, Aug. 30. Please see Monday Plain Dealer for full death notice. BUSCH FUNERAL and CREMATORY SERVICES, 440-333-9774 Ann T. Hurd 67 yrs. of age of Hiram Township, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at her residence. Mrs. Hurd was born June 6, 1941 in Buffalo, New York the daughter of the late Henry and Erna (Schwab) Lougan. Formerly of Shalersville, she had been a resident of the Hiram area since 1979 where she was a... Arthur J. Bertsch, Nov. 28, 1912 - Aug. 29, 2008 BELLEVUE Arthur J. Bertsch, 95, of Bellevue, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, in The Bellevue Hospital. He was born Nov. 28, 1912, in Franks, Ohio, the son of Joyce ASHTON - 8/31/1932 On your birthday and always, we love and miss you honey. YOUR LOVING HUSBAND, KEN, AND FAMILY BERT L. REITER 1926-2008 CALDWELL -- Bert L. Reiter, 82, of Beverly, formerly of Caldwell, died Thursday (Aug. 28, 2008) at the Muskingum Valley Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born June 7, 1926, in Lower Salem, son of the late Charles and Blanche... Read Mary Virginia BAILEY 3/26/1918-8/25/2007 Life is a tapestry of memories, celebrated moments, love & sharing. You may be gone, but you'll never be forgotten. ALL OUR LOVE, YOUR FAMILY RAYMOND J. BAKER "PAPPY", age 86. Beloved husband of the late Eva; loving mother of Suzanne Baker, Ruth Moore (Craig), Mary Long (Robert) and Raymond J., Jr. (Rhonda, Dec.); grandfather of 10; great grandfather of 8; brother of Charles and the late Vernard; brother-in-law of Don Cragle. Funeral service Wednesday Sept. 3 at 11:00 a.m. at BAKER-OSINSKI-KENSINGER FUNERAL HOME, 206 FRONT ST., BEREA, where friends may call TUESDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. www.cleveland.com/obits STEWART See BAPTIST Notice. NANCY STEWART BAPTIST, dear wife of Harold "Hal" Baptist. Dear sister of William P. Stewart (Barbara). Dear niece of Christie Madsen and Stephen S. Madsen (Rebecca). The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions in her name to Hathaway Brown School, 19600 North Park Blvd., Shaker Hts., OH 44122. Graveside funeral services will be held at Lake View Cemetery Friday, Sept. 5 at 11 a.m. For further information and directions log online at www.legacy.com . BROWN-FORWARD SERVICE… CLARA L. BARTON (nee Gravatt), age 84. Beloved wife of Henry F.; loving mother of Linda Betz (Thomas), Jeffrey (Mary) and Doug; cherished grandmother of Jessica, Jeffrey, and Sarah Betz; devoted sister of Ethel McKinney. Also survived by nieces, nephews and dear friends. Best friend to Gina. Special thanks to Dr. James Epstein and the nurses at Southwest General Hospital's ER and CCU Units for their excellent care of our wife and mother. NO SERVICES. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions… BEATTIE See WYMAN Notice. may call at THE BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 7501 RIDGE RD., PARMA, FROM 11 A.M.-12 NOON WEDNESDAY, SEPT 3. BUSCH FUNERAL and CREMATORY SERVICES 440-842-7800 www.buschfuneral.com JAMES J. BEY (8-29-1999) God knew that you were tired, and the hills were hard to climb, so HE gently closed your weary eyes, and whispered, "please be thine." LUEL & LYNNE Douglas John BIACOFSKY (5/10/1968- 8/28/2003) We Never Knew How Many Pages In Our Life You Were On, Until You Were Gone. We'd Give Anything For One More Minute With You. LOVE, MOM, DAD, TRACY, CINDY, JOHNNY & MARY BIAFORE Louis Pq. Biafore, age 78, of Pickerington passed away Friday, August 29, 2008 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. He was a retired aeronautical engineer from Rockwell International and held aviation technology patents. He was a member of the United States Marine Corps, serving as a Staff Sergeant during the Korean Conflict, G-2 Intelligence Section 1st Marine Division. Louis and his wife of 53 years Edith "Teena" Biafore were one of the founding families of St. Pius X Catholic Church in… BLANN Dennis Blann, 68, born August 29, 1939 in Ocilla, GA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, after a brief illness. A U.S. Air Force veteran, having served with the Military Police unit, and retired with over 40 years of service as a Drywall Contractor in OH, Washington, DC and VA. A member of Painters Local Union #841. Predeceased by father Primrose Blann, brother Harold "Hal" Blann, daughters Monica Denise Blann and Mila Thomas, and step-father William Boffman. Survived by… GERTRUDE T. BOERWINKLE, better known as Gert, of Englewood, FL., was born April 21, 1917, to Dutch immigrants George and Matilda Boerwinkle. She passed away peacefully August 13, 2008, after a brief illness. She was a graduate of Western University in Cleveland and also New York School of Music, where she studied piano. During World War II she was an Ensign in the Navy and worked as a decoder for the Pacific Fleet. Gert spent her professional career with Bell Telephone in New York, Later, she was a Peace… received FROM 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. MONDAY AT SPEAR-MULQUEENY FUNERAL HOME, 667 MENTOR AVE., PAINESVILLE. www.cleveland.com/obits CONNEAUT ? Edith L. Boyle, age 85, died peacefully at her home on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, with her devoted and loving family by her side, following a sudden illness.Born on July 19, 1923, in Conneaut Ohio, she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Morano) Zappitelli, and graduated from Conneaut High School in 1941.In her younger years, Edith worked for Howard Webb, founder of Webb Mfg. at his photography studio. She modeled along side the first round windows made at Webb's for the promotional magazines.… WINNIFRED R. BRIDGEFORTH, 94, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 26, 2008. Beloved mother of Stanley; grandmother of Bonnie; and great-grandmother of Eric. WAKE WEDNESDAY SEPT. 3, 2008, 1 p.m. at Antioch Baptist Church, 8869 Cedar Ave. followed by service at 1:30 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to E.F. BOYD & SON FUNERAL HOME, 2165 E. 89 ST. www.efboyd.com Frank BRODNICK (8/28/1949-6/22/2007) UNTIL THE 12TH OF NEVER... HAPPY BIRTHDAY! LOVE, ELVA BUCK Francine M. (Eicher) On August 27th, 2008, Francine Buck departed for Heaven after a long and difficult battle with breast cancer that began in 1999. She was 59 years old, and passed peacefully at home with all of her children at her side. She sadly leaves behind her devoted, loving husband and best friend of twenty years, William Buck; children, Del (Andrea) Beilstein, Heather (Don) Lewis, Danielle (Mark) Poling, and Mikaela Jo Buck; grandchildren, Caleb, Tanner, Caden and Kegan Beilstein, Austin and… WARWICK A. BUER, 87, beloved husband of the late Marguerite, loving brother of Frieda Herr. Died Aug. 29, 2008. No service. MALLOY MEMORIAL & CREMATORY www.cleveland.com/obits SINKO See BURGER Notice. may call in the McGORRAY BROS. FUNERAL HOME OF WESTLAKE, 25620 CENTER RIDGE RD. (W. OF COLUMBIA) MONDAY 4-8 P.M. Family suggests memorials to Hospice of the Cleveland Clinic, P.O. Box 931517, Cleveland, 44101-8713 www.cleveland.com/obits Jerome B. BURKONS 8/27/1911 to 3/26/2001 Beloved Husband and Step-Father Special Birthday thoughts on your 97th. You promised we would be together till you were 100. The only promise you didn't keep. Last month, your dear friend, Jack Mandel, who introduced us, celebrated his 97th Birthday. We are happy for him. We owe him so much. David and Sandy are very good to me and include Cynthia in all holidays and events. They have a large family now. All three boys are married to wonderful girls and have… NETTIE BURKS (nee Stuckey), age 89, passed away Aug. 25, 2008. Nettie was a volunteer for Metro Health Systems for over 25 years. Services will be held TUESDAY, SEPT. 2, 2008 at Open Door Baptist Church, 8215 Woodland Ave., VIEWING AND FAMILY VISITATION 10 A.M. Funeral Service 10:30 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to GAINES FUNERAL HOME. C. CAROL JUNE SECHLER 1926-2008 MARION -- Carol June Sechler, 82, of Palm Bay, Fla., went to be with the Lord early Thursday morning, Aug. 28, 2008, at the residence of her daughter surrounded by her family following a long battle with cancer. She was born... Read MARY WOODWARD CAESAR, 79, Rapid City, SD. July 4, 1929-August 23, 2008, passed on peacefully in her home Aug. 23, 2008. Born and raised in Bay Village, OH. She attended Denison University in Granville, OH then Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, IL for her BA in Speech Pathology.In 1982, she received her MA in Special Education in Vermillion, SD. She retired from the Rapid City School District in 1991. She was a long time organizer of her non-profits "Mission In Time" and "Kid Cozy" and… ELLEN LAVERN CALLAHAN, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 28, 2008. Beloved wife of Robert. Loving mother of Anetta Williams, Darlene Cunningham, Florence "Renee" Miller. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the GAINES FUNERAL HOME, 9116 UNION AVE. WAKE 10 A.M. Funeral 10:30 a.m. may visit at the Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford, 830 Lime City Rd. on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, from 9 a.m. until the time of funeral services beginning at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. Carl Hallo, 76, passed away at Flagler Hospital, St. Augustine, Fla., Wednesday morning after a lengthy illness. He was born in Castalia and Carl L. Battaglia, 72, of Brimfield, died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born March 31, 1936, in Cleveland to Antonio and Grace (Pulio) Battaglia. Like much of his family, he spent his life working the soil, first in the muck then on the farm and in the greenhouses. In 1989, he built his own greenhouses and operated under Battaglias T & B Garden Center and was still actively working... DONNA JEAN CARLISLE (nee Reed) age 82 passed from this life to life triumphant on August 26, 2008, beloved wife of the late Ben Carlisle, loving and devoted mother of Barbara Hogue, Nancy Heis, Thomas, John, Susan Miller and Richard, dear grandmother of 15 and great grandmother of 17. On Tuesday, September 2, 2008, VISITATION 4 - 6 P.M. followed by memorial service at 6 at PARMA HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH, 8971 W. RIDGEWOOD DR., CLEVELAND, OH 44130. Family requests memorials be made to Parma Heights Baptist… Catherine L. Schmitt Stepleton Catherine L. Charles N. Moore 61 of Edinburg died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at his residence following a couragous 5 year battle with cancer. He was born October 16, 1946 in Clarksburg, WV to the late Albert and Ruby (Hurst)... NORMA L. CHIPMAN (nee Mulford), age 75. Beloved wife of the late Clarke G.; dear mother of Linda Hunter (Ralph), Norman (Ilene), and Suzanna Chipman; loving grandmother of nine; great grandmother of eight; sister of Betty Owen (Albert, deceased). Memorial service Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd., N. Olmsted. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society , 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44106. Arrangements by DOSTAL FUNERAL… HENRIETTA COLEMAN Dear Mother, You are loved and we miss you. DAUGHTER, HELEN TURNER-THOMPSON, AND FAMILY , if they wish, may contribute to HomeReach Hospice, 3595 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214-4024. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries Rose CORDIAK (8-28-03) Our Angel Rose. It's five years today, yet it seems like you just left us yesterday. Your love and special memories sustain us. We miss your smile, hugs and spaghetti dinners. You were a class act, truly doing God's work here on earth. We miss you, we love you. We hope you're proud of us all. We know you're just a breath away. ALL OUR LOVE, BOB, ROSEMARY, BOB, MIKE, LISA, BEN, CHRIS, PAT, BILL AND YOUR "NINE" GRANDSONS and family may visit Tuesday, September 2nd from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home, 204 Chestnut Street, in Swanton. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 5th beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Park Congregation Jehovah's Witnesses, 740 North McCord Rd., with Rudy McNeil officiating. Memorials may be made to the Park Congregation. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.weigelfuneralhomes.com CRESS Eva Faye "Faye" Cress, of Columbus, OH, formerly of Cincinnati, OH, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 28, 2008. Preceded in death by loving husband of 49 years Ned Cress, parents Alvin and Mary Allie Estep, brothers John Herbert and James Alvin Estep. Survived by daughter, Amy (Hal) Amerine of Dublin, OH; sisters, Wanda Sanders and Joy Hall, both of Kingsport, TN; brother, Harold G. (Jeannette) Estep of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren, Philip, Elizabeth and Eric Amerine, all of… JOHN C. CUGEBER, 79. resident of Marysville, originally from Cleveland. Passed away August 17, 2008. Beloved husband to Catherine Durbane Cugeber; father of Frances (Tom) Bradford, Jacqueline Zugeber, Butch (Tracy) Thompson, Eric (Raquel) Thompson and Eran (Rainie) Thompson. Grandfather of eight. Great grandfather of three. Many nieces and nephews. Brother of Thelma (Barry) Waterston and Barbara Cugeber-Merva. John was born in Camden, NJ, Dec. 26, 1928 to the late John J. and Thelma (nee Nicholes) Cugeber.… CULLMAN Roberta R. "Bobbie" Cullman, 91, of Henderson, Nev., died August 28, 2008. Homemaker. She was born August 19, 1917, in Steubenville, Oh. On January 28, 1938 she married Floyd R. Cullman, Jr. Employed by Ohio State University Athletic Department, Berwick Realty Co. and Capital University. Member of Summit Station Senior Citizens, Buckeye Lake Historical Society, Bexley Women's Club, Sun City Anthem Organ Grinders and SCA Bingo Girls. Accomplishments: Mother, Grandmother,… HOFFMAN See Czompi Hoffman. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries PAMELA J. DALEY, age 61, passed away on Aug. 18, 2008. Loving daughter of the late Bert and Elizabeth Daley, dear sister of Dennis Daley (Andrea), William Daley (Sharon), Kathleen Sop-pelsa (James), Wayne Daley (Dawn), aunt of Tabitha, Bill, Sondra, Eric, Kerry, Joseph, Crystal, and Jessica, great aunt of nine. All services private. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by BAKER, OSINSKI, KENSINGER FUNERAL HOME, BEREA. www.cleveland.com/obits News Death Notice DAVENPORT, Kathleen 41, of Lebanon, Thursday, August 28, 2008. Service 11 A.M. Wednesday, Sept. 3, Stine Kilburn Funeral Home, Lebanon David R. Fitz-patrick 1919-2008 YOUNGSTOWN — David R. Fitz-Patrick, 89, died Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, in St. Elizabeth Health Center. He was born July 21, 1919, in Lisbon, the son of Clark B. » Full Story may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High Street, Worthington, Ohio. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. Contribution may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or Autism Speaks at www.autismspeaks.org . Condolences to www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com . Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries WAVERLY — Deloris C. West, 86, of Waverly, formerly of Chillicothe, died at 4:15 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, in Traditions at Bristol Village, following a brief illness. DENKO Paul Joseph Paul J. Denko, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2008, at Kingston Care Center of Sylvania. He was born on June 28, 1922, to Wasko and Kathryn (Wall) Denko in Blairsville, PA. Paul was a U.S. Army Veteran during World War II. He retired from Nordmann Roofing Co. and was a member of Christ the King Church and Roofers Local 134. Paul enjoyed watching sports, playing bingo, dancing the polka and he was the 'candy man'. Most of all, he always enjoyed and never missed his… Jean DEROSE Angel, it's been seven long years ago today, and day by day I miss you more. LOVE, BENNETT SALVATORE "SAL" DiPERNA, age 86. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Wool). Loving father of Chris (Sally), Steve (Katie), Mary Martukovich, Philip, Mark (deceased) (Kathy), Ted (Jan), Greg (Sherri), Doug (Christina), Bob (Wendy), Elaine Hanna (Tim), Mike (Sue) and Lisa Oleksy. Cherished grandfather of 26 and great grandfather of four. Also proceeded in death by brothers and sisters. U.S. Army World War II Veteran, 1st Division "Big Red One" and former P.O.W. Member of VFW Post 6676 and… JUANITA DIMMOCK (nee Gentry), age 66. Belov-ed wife of Ronald L. for 32 years; dear mother of James M. Rion, Sonja L. (Stewart) Sandman, and Cynthia M. (Clifford) Riedel; step mother of Lori Watson and Darrin; dear grandmother of 16; great-grandmother of five; daughter of Lattie B. Gentry (deceased) and Della Graham (Andrew deceased); sister of Edith Capps, Ralph (deceased) and Charles (deceased). Family suggests contributions to Al Koran Shrine Transportation Unit, 1000 E. Edgerton Rd., Broadview Hts.… Donald Lawrence McCann, age 79, of Alliance, died at 2:13 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at Roselawn Terrace. He was born Nov. 30, 1928, in Alliance to Basil and Emma (Good) McCann and was a lifelong resident. Donald was a U.S. Army... Read ALBANY — Dr. Charles Lacy Rice, 75, husband of Mary Ellen Rice of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., passed away on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008. DUNBAR Victoria A. "Tory" Feb. 4, 1917 - Aug. 24, 2008 Victoria A. "Tory" Dunbar, 91, of Toledo, died peacefully in her home at Swan Creek Retirement Village, August 24, 2008. She was born February 4, 1917, to Manford and Anna Harlton in Wauseon, Ohio. Tory graduated from Wauseon High School in 1933. Tory married Glenn Dunbar in 1935 and during 70 years of marriage raised six children, five sons and one daughter. Glenn and Tory worked together in the early years of their building a… PETER J. DURALIA, age 93, of Troy Twp. Beloved husband of Stella (nee Kwasna); loving father of James P. Duralia, Cheryl Duralia and Darlene (Ross) Kirk; loving uncle to many; brother of the late Tom, Mike, Joe, Richard, Ann Wicks, Margaret Yeigh, and Mary Vilk. Funeral Mass Tuesday 11 a.m. at St. Edward's Catholic Church, 16150 Center St., Parkman. VISITATION MONDAY 6-8 P.M. AT THE RUSSELL FUNERAL SERVICE 15670 W. HIGH ST. (RT. 87) MIDDLEFIELD, OH. www.cleveland.com/obits DYER Randy Clayton Dyer, 47, of Madison Mills, died Thursday, August 28, 2008, as the result of a hit and run accident. He was born July 3, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio. Preceded in death by his father Clayton Dyer (4-22-85). He is survived by his Mother with whom he made his home, Pauline Dyer of Madison Mills; sisters, Debbie (Jeff) Boylan of Mason, Paulette Sollars of Mt. Sterling, Donna (Mike) Albright of Lebanon; brother, Steve Dyer of Mt. Sterling; 3 nieces, Courtney, Jennifer, Felecia; 4 nephews, Clayton,… ETTA IRENE UHL CALDWELL -- Etta Irene Uhl, 99, of Caldwell, died Friday (Aug. 29, 2008) at Summit Acres Nursing Home, Caldwell. Arrangements are pending at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home,... Read EVELYN REPPART CADIZ -- Evelyn Reppart, 72, of Cadiz died Friday (Aug. 29. 2008). Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Clark-Kirkland Funeral Home, Cadiz, where services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday.... Read NEW MARSHFIELD — Edwin “Eddie” Eugene McDonald, 77, of Lenoir City, Tenn., died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, at his home, of congestive heart failure. Born Dec. 5, 1931, in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Wilford “Happy” McDonald and Anita Howson McDonald Sidders. Edward E. Stocker Sr. 1923-2008 WARREN — Edward E. Stocker Sr., 85, of Warren, died, Friday, August 29, 2008, at the Hospice House of Poland. He was born April 4, 1923, in Warren, a son of the late Andrew F. » Full Story Edward Lowe was born to Mr. Dave H. Lowe and Jennie (Edwards) Lowe, in Ravenna, Ohio. On Monday, August 25, 2008, surrounded by his family, the Lord called him home. Edward was a 1970 graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School, where he played fullback on the football team and was a guard for the basketball team, where he received the Glenn Pierson... Elmer Hue Bishop, Jr., 51 of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away at home on August 5, 2008 after a brief battle with a rare form of heart cancer. Elmer was born on January 27, 1957 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Delores C. and Elmer H. Bishop,... Elsie Snyder Hauber Bish, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the home of her daughter, Kay Jones of Jewett, on Aug. 30, 2008. The daughter of Walter Snyder and Essie Miser Snyder, she was born in Unionvale, O., on Sept. 23, 1918. Her mother died when she was 16 years old. Elsie was the oldest of six children and helped to raise her siblings. Elsie graduated from Hopedale High School in 1937 and in later years went back to school and graduated from Steubenville Business College. She… MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS — Emily B. Fritts (nee Oberhelman) age 59. Beloved wife of James. Loving mother of James Munn III and Jeffrey Munn. Cherished grandmother of Allison Ruth Ann Munn. Dear aunt of Todd and Russell Meyer (Kelly). All services are private. Services were conducted by The A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Home, 18149 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH, 44130. Eugene E. Bliler 92 years of age of Shalersville, passed away Wednesday August 27, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. Mr. Bliler was born on September 25, 1915 in Lockhaven, Pennsylvania the son of the late William and Coila (Bailey)... Anthony James EVANS, Jr. 08/31/1993 - 10/20/1993 Happy 15th Birthday, Anthony. ALL OUR LOVE, NANA & POPPA GENE "GENO" FASSO, age 59, of Concord Twp. formerly of Mentor. Beloved husband of Susan (nee Price) Fasso; dear father of Ryan (Jessica) Fas-so; grandfather of Tristan Fasso; son of Dominick Fasso Jr. and the late Asunda "Sue" Fasso; son-in-law of Erma Price and the late Otto Price; brother-in-law of Tammy Price, Don (Diane) Price, and the late Ron Price. Also survived by seven nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Mertle. Funeral Service will be Tuesday 11 a.m. at BRUNNER FUNERAL HOME… Fay R. Brode, 87, longtime resident of New Philadelphia, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, in Union Hospital in Dover following a long illness. Born Jan. 21, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Esther Mueller Wascko. She is preceded in death by her three husbands, Ian Robertson , who died on July 9, 1944; Ralph E. Bodenweber, who died on Jan. 23, 1970; and Harold “Joe” Brode, who died on Jan. 15, 1990. Fay worked for many years as a bus driver for Starlight School and was chairman of Motor… FETTER C. (Clayton) Stanley Fetter, 86, formerly of Lima, Ohio, died at his home in Columbus on August 29, 2008. He was a man who lived the word adventure. A farmer and a hunter, he joined the Army Air Corps, flying P-47's, P-38's and P-51's in the South Pacific during WW II. He stood witness to the bombing of Nagasaki. Back home, he studied chemical engineering, but went into remodeling instead - an occupation where he could be his own boss. Along the way, he also invested in oil wells, managed… News Death Notice FIRMAN, Jack A. 65, of Springboro, Fri., Aug. 29. Service 1:30 P.M Tues., Springboro Christian Church, Springboro (Stine Kilburn FH, Lebanon) FORD Bruce Steven Ford, age 56, lost a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer on August 29, 2008. The epitome of a southern gentleman, he loved Mark Twain, as well as stogies and beer. He was a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the Sons of Confederate Veterans. He is survived by his second chance at a first love, wife, Libbie Crawford; parents, Richard and Christine Ford; children, Greg (Tricia) Moody and Todd (Katie) Moody; brother, Richard (Cynthia) Ford; sisters, Sandra… ROBERT W. FORSBLOM SR., 92, passed away Saturday, Aug. 30. Please see Thursday Plain Dealer for full death notice. BUSCH FUNERAL and CREMATORY SERVICES, 440-333-9774 FOX Dorothy Earline Fox, age 85, of Columbus, passed away in the early morning hours of August 27, 2008, after a lengthy illness at The Forum of Knightsbridge. Daughter of the late Henreatta and Edward Grote, she was born April 20, 1923 in St. Louis. She married Willard Fox in 1945 and lived with him in FL, MO, WY, Livonia, MI, Bowling Green, OH and Boone, NC, until his passing February 26, 2004. She has lived in Columbus with her daughter Nancy since. She is survived by three children, Judith Ann Fox and… PAULA J. FRAGNOWSKI, age 64. Dearest daughter of Al and Florence (nee Parker) (both deceased). Dearest granddaughter of Anton and Pauline Fragnowski (both deceased). Beloved sister of Patricia Vadovski (Richard). Dearly loved aunt of Richard Jr. (Michelle). Most loving great-aunt of Vanessa and Marissa. Cherished friend of many. Graveside services Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery, 14609 Brookpark Rd., Cleveland 44142. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society .… Mary R. FRIESS 8/30/1912 - 6/16/2002 Happy 96th Birthday Mae. It's been a long six years. Miss you so much. LOVE, MERLE FUGATE Hazel A. Hazel A. Fugate passed away Thursday, August 28, 2008, in the loving arms of her husband, Glen in their home. Glen had been her tireless and constant helper for the past 6 years. Her greatest joy in life was being a mother and wife. Nothing was more important to her than family. She enjoyed reading historical Native American history and could tell you anything you ever wanted to know on the subject. Hazel was born December 14, 1939, to Leslie Rawlins and Nettie Perry in Curtice, Ohio on the… DOWNING, Kathryn Louise "Kate" - 11 a.m. Joseph L. GAJEWSKI Each day is longer, and sader it's true. Simply beacuse, there is no you. Difficult to accept, but accept I must, for nine long years In God I trust. JA CIE KOCHAM YETTA George Armbrust, 79, passed away on August 27, 2008. He was born in Nagynyarad, Hungary on April 19, 1929 to the late Joseph and Anna Armbrust. He immigrated to the US in 1956 where he met his future wife... GEORGE Leonard F. "Sarge" George, 81, of Westerville, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Retired Military and from Freuhauf Corp. Member Westerville VFW Post 7883. Survived by son, Greg George (Vera Johnson); and daughter, Susan Hess, both of Columbus; granddaughter, Madison Hess; friends, Rob and Marlene O'Brien and family. Memorial service and inurnment will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, Westerville. Sign the online guestbook at… ROBERT EDWARD GERSTACKER, 83, of Dover, passed away Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008. In addition to his wife, Emmy M. Gerstacker he is survived by his son, Stephen (Mallory) Henry Gerstacker of New Philadelphia; his sister; two sisters-in-law, two nieces, and one nephew, all in the Netherlands. A memorial service will be held on MONDAY, SEPT. 1, 2008 at THE GEIB FUNERAL CENTER IN DOVER, OH beginning at 7 p.m. with Dr. John Center officiating. VISITATION WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE SERVICE FROM 5-7 P.M. The family… CLYDE RAE GILLESPIE, 82, passed away on Aug. 28, 2008. Born Feb. 1, 1926 in McKeesport, PA he developed a love for jazz and drums during high school. In 1944, Clyde enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He attended Westminster College and Penn State University, receiving a BS in Industrial Engineering in 1950. On Feb. 7, 1951 he married the love of his life, Audrey Geralda Miller. Clyde was employed by ALCOA from 1951-1991, holding many management positions, including Vice President and General Manager of… GIRVES Mary E. Girves passed away Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the age of 90 years. She lived a long and fulfilling life. She was a volunteer and later an employee of Riverside Hospital, a loyal Ohio State football fan, and a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was loved and will be sadly missed by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother and two sisters. She was survived by children, Jean Girves, Kenneth (Suzanne) Girves, David (Sherry) Girves, James (Edward Kromko)… MARGARET M. GRABIEC, 85, died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008 in Atlanta, GA. Daughter of Dennis and Anna Flynn (nee Boyle), she was born in Cleveland. Beloved wife of the late Chester A. Gra-biec; mother of Margaret Altherr (Paul) and Stanley Grabiec, (Julie); grandmother of Tracy and Amy Altherr and John Grabiec. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Sept 6, 2008 at St John Bosco Parish, 6480 Pearl Rd., Parma Hts. She will be interred immediately following the Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations, in lieu of… may call at the FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 5386 LEE RD. (NEAR BROADWAY), MAPLE HTS. FOR VISITATION MONDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. Family and friends are asked to meet Tuesday at St. John Lutheran Church, 11333 Granger Rd., Garfield Hts. for funeral services at 11 a.m. VISITATION TUESDAY 10:30 A.M. UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE AT CHURCH. Interment St. John Lutheran Cemetery. www.cleveland.com/obits HALEY Timothy Allen Haley, age 42, left this life on August 26, 2008. He was an honored and decorated member of the Columbus Police Force for 21 years, having served in the Narcotics Division, the K-9 unit, was a CPD helicopter pilot, and most recently as a S.W.A.T. officer. He also worked various special assignments with the FBI, ATF and other agencies. Tim attended Walnut Ridge High School in Columbus, OH and Marshall University in Huntington, WV, where he was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and… GLADYS V. HALLENBURG (nee Smith), 82. Beloved wife of Clyde; loving mother of Chad (Marilyn), and Jill (Douglas) Keppler; grandmother of Matthew and Betsey; dear sister of Harry Smith (deceased) and Phyllis Fahrland; aunt and great aunt. Funeral service Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home. Family suggests contributions to Seasons of Life Hospice or the Parma Animal Shelter. Interment Sunset Memorial Park. Family will receive friends in THE YURCH FUNERAL HOME, 5618 BROADVIEW RD., PARMA… HAMILTON Mrs. Zeola Mrs. Zeola Hamilton, 96, of Toledo, OH passed away Friday, August 29, 2008, in Fairview Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation under the care of Southern Care (Hospice). She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and homemaker. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Ida Mae McCaskill and husband, Robert Hamilton. She leaves to treasure her memory her sons, Ulysses of Buffalo, NY, Eddie of North Carolina, and Robert Lee Hamilton of Georgiana, AL; daughters, Viola (James) Washington, Pauline… HARKLESS Dorothy M. Harkless, age 87, of Westerville, formerly Delaware and Ashland died Friday afternoon August 29, 2008 at Feridean Commons. Born April 13, 1921 in Columbus to the late Harry and Ruby (Wittkugle) Knies. She was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church in Delaware. Dorothy was a giving person always willing to give more than she received, she put all others needs before her own. She had a great sense of humor and a jovial laugh. She enjoyed sewing, needlepoint and taking care of her family.… ROSANNE HARRIS (nee Lecorchick) Age 54. Loving mother of Jaime, Brian, Angela and Christi Koster. Devoted grandmother of Abby, Benjamin and Jakob. Dear sister of Benjamin, Michael, Margaret Sendry and the late David. NO VISITATION, NO SERVICES Arrangements by SAUER'S FUNERAL HOME, 4801 MEMPHIS AVE. received 6-9 P.M. TUESDAY. and family may visit Eggleston Meinert Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Road on Sunday, August 31, 2008, from 2-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Perrysburg, 590 W. South Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH on Monday at 11 a.m. Internment will take place in Lake Township Cemetery. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy in Norman's name are asked to consider First Baptist Church of Perrysburg. www.egglestonmeinert.com HEER Virginia Barton Heer, age 90, passed away Monday, August 25, 2008. She was a resident of Columbus, OH and Sun City Center, FL. She was a graduate of Columbus School for Girls, attended Mt. Holyoke College, South Hadley, Mass., member of First Church of Christ Scientist, Columbus, OH, past Treasurer of Symphony Club of Central Ohio, member of Scioto Country Club, head of the Library at Sun City Center, FL. Virginia is preceded in death by her parents James William Barton and Ruth Immel Barton, daughter… CZOMPI HOFFMAN Mary M. Czompi Hoffman, age 96, went home to her heavenly reward, Friday, August 29, 2008 at Winchester Place. Long-time member of St. Ladlislas Catholic Church. J.C. Radiator Co. was owned and operated by the family for many years. Preceded in death by parents Peter and Mary Czompi, husband Richard Hoffman, son John H. Czompi, grandsons Johnny, Brian and Pete, and great-grandson John. Survived by daughter-in-law, Shirley Bates; granddaughter, Sherry Czompi; great grandchildren, Randy (Nikki)… may call Tuesday 10 a.m. til 12Noon at the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME EAST CHAPEL, 4019 E. Livingston Ave. Burial Glen Rest Memorial Estates. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries JOSEPH HOLOWATY, 89, died Aug. 22, 2008 in TX. Survivors are daughters, Sandra Yee of TX., and Barbara Holowaty of CA.; siblings George (Bertha) Holowaty of OH., and Marian Ball of CA. Preceded in death by wife, Marge Cergalis; and five siblings. Services were held in TX. Mary M. HOLUB 8/21/1928 - 8/30/2007 In remembrance of Mary M. Holub... she was, is and always will be my Best Girl and best friend. The love of her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild, will be with her always. I MISS YOU, YOUR LOVING HUSBAND, TONY will be received TUESDAY FROM 3-5 AND 7-9 P.M. at JOHNSON-ROMITO, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 9819 DAR-ROW RD. (RT. 91 AT POST RD.) TWINSBURG, OH 330-425-2244, where services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at 11 a.m. Private burial Crown Hill Memorial Park. www.cleveland.com/obits SKOCZEN See HOWARD Notice. Howard L. receiv-ed at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.) MONDAY 4-8 P.M. 440-888-0800 www.ripepi.com HUMPHREY Sue Ann Humphrey, age 73, of Columbus, entered into Heaven Thursday, August 28, 2008 in her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 16, 1934 in Jackson, Ohio. Sue Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and an ordained minister. Survived by husband of 44 years, William H. "Bill" Humphrey; four daughters, Nancy (Randy) Piatt, Ginger (Steve) Woods of Georgia, Teresa (Elba) Mullins, Fran (Chuck) Smith of California; ten… ICE Ella May Ice, 97, of Scottsburg, IN, died Saturday, August 30, 2008. She was married to Dr. McGarvey C. Ice, who preceded her in death on Junuary 28, 1999. She was a homemaker and prior to caring for her children full time was a home economics teacher. Survivors include daughters, Juanita Wood, Rosemarie Hobbs, Carol Foote and Phoebe Cary; sons, Rhoderick, Kromer and Fred Ice. She was preceded in death by a daughter Lorna Simmons. Memorial Service 7 p.m. on Tuesday at COLLINS FUNERAL HOME. Visitation… BARBARA INFIELD (nee McCloud), 44. Beloved wife of Dwight; sister of Diane (Richard) Kingsley, Pam (Robb) Baisden, Terrie (Justyn) Dean, Ashley McCloud, Patricia McCloud, Albert McCloud and Jerry McCloud; daughter of Alice McCloud and the late Hassell; granddaughter of Rosa Wilson; aunt of many. VISITATIONS MONDAY 6-8 P.M. AT THE DAVID BOGNER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 36625 CENTER RIDGE RD., N. RIDGEVILLE. Burial in Franklin Cemetery, Hamlin, WV. For more information or to send an online condolence, please visit… NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. — James Alvy Dyett Sr., 71, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, in Bert Fish Medical Center. Mr. Dyett was born in Leechburg, Pa. » Full Story Clyde E. JEROUSEK Sr. (6/26/1933-8/26/2003) Dear Dad & Grandpa, It's been 5 long years since you left us. We miss you very much. LOVE, CLYDE JR, NANCI, DEBBIE, SKIP & NICOLE LAKEWOOD — Johanna Daugherty Coyne, 83, of Lake-wood, passed away on Wednes-day, Aug. 20, 2008, in Lakewood. ELLA M. JOHNSON, passed Aug. 24, 2008. Wife of Aaron; mother of Joyce, Albert, Fredrick, Linda, Michael and Derrick, with a host of other relatives and friends. Services WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3 at the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church at 11 a.m. WAKE 10 A.M. Arrangements entrusted to E.F. BOYD & SON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 25900 EMERY www.efboyd.com RICHARD MILTON JOHNSON, age 75. Father God called him home on Aug. 29, 2008. Father of Karen Bates; grandfather of Nicole Frymier; brother of Lillian Raines (deceased), Carol Knyszek, James W., David G. and Neil S. Services private. Donations to Western Reserve Hospice. JONES Eric K. Jones, 65, Delaware, died at 7 p.m. Sunday, August 24, 2008, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Jones, a British car mechanic and former owner of British Auto Service and Overseas Motors in Columbus, was active in numerous motor sports associations. He died a few hours after his annual Summer Party, held for his British car customers and friends. More than 250 people attended the event, at which the 1972 Datsun 510 he was restoring to drive in a rally in Great Britain this December, was exhibited.… Jones, Rep. Stephanie Tubbs (Featured Guest Book) Stephanie Tubbs Jones came to Congress nearly 10 years ago as a little-known Democrat from Cleveland who had to fill the big shoes of a near-legend, Louis Stokes. But when news of her fatal brain aneurysm spread from Ohio to the nation's capital Wednesday, Tubbs Jones' reputation was well-established: tough, exuberant, passionate, partisan, a woman from modest means who rose to national prominence. President Bush, whose policies Tubbs Jones criticized, said he was saddened by her death. "Our… NAPLES, Fla. — Juanita Ponchak, 88, formerly of Jeanette, Pa., died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008. She was born Feb. 15, 1920, in Warren, the daughter of Fred and Irene Karlen Gardner. » Full Story Lima Juanita Scott, 71, died at 12:30 p.m. George T. KACZMAREK (8-26-83 to 1-2-02) It's your birthday today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Can't help but think of you, wishing we could talk, laugh, sing "happy birthday," blow out candles and make a wish. We might talk of your birth, the past, and dreams of tomorrow. Instead I shead tears as I smile, thinking of the many gifts your life has given me, our family & many others. Happy Birthday! We love and miss you so much. May you have peace and comfort in heaven...our beautiful son. LOVE, MOM,… Kathryn Louise "Kate" Downing, 82, died at 4:05 p.m. , if they wish, may contribute to Mt. Carmel Hospice, 793 West State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222-9998. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries Deanna L. KERIK-BROWN 8/30/1962 - 3/21/2004 On your birthday and every day, you are so missed, Dee. YOUR LOVING FAMILY KIMBALL Milo Kimball, age 56, Sunday, August 24, 2008. Milo peacefully began his journey along his "Stairway to Heaven" with his family at his bedside. Preceded in death by infant sister Maria Lee. Survived by mother, Mary Lou; sister, Lynn; and brother, Mark. A private funeral Mass will be said by Fr. R. Pendolfi at the Mater Dolorosa Chapel at St. Joseph Cemetery. The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Creative Living, 150 W. 10th Ave., Columbus, OH… will be 1pm to 3pm on Tuesday September 2, 2008 at the Ivey Funeral Home, 2565 Princeton Rd., Fairfield Twp. Ohio. Funeral services will follow at 3pm on Tuesday with burial in Rose Hill Burial Park. A Scholarship Fund for a student pursuing a career in music education is being established at the Fairfield Community Foundation in Earl Kinkers memory. Donations may be sent to: Fairfield Community Foundation, 5350 Pleasant Ave. Fairfield, Ohio 45014. Burial will immediately follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. To… Koester, Sister Annunciata Martha received SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 2 - 5 AND 6 - 7 P.M. AT THE POOR CLARE'S MONESTARY 3501 ROCKY RIVER DR., with the Mass of Christian Burial Monday, September 1, at 2 p.m. in the Mones-tary Chapel. Intombment in the Cloister Garden Mausoleum. Arrangements by NICKELS & ANDRADE FUNERAL HOME, LAKEWOOD (216)221-7800 PETER R. KOLLING, age 85. Beloved husband of the late Jean Marie; dear and beloved father of Gail Gan-gidine (Ron), Carole Holliday (Bob), Robert Kolling, and the late Pamela Kolling; loving grandfather of Jeff Gangi-dine (Karen), Jill Harvey (Ken), Jack Gangidine, Courtney Brandon (Zach), and Kara Lade (Jason); loving great grandfather of Matthew and Andrew Gangidine, Hunter, Holden and Hailee Brandon, Kileigh, Simon and Nina Lade, and Sarah and Katie Harvey. Pete was a West Tech graduate and proudly… WAKED See LAHOOD Notice. received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.) FRIDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. 440-888-0800 www.ripepi.com LAMKE Geneva "Genny" Geneva "Genny" Lamke, age 82, joined our heavenly Father on August 29, 2008. She was born on the 4th of July, 1926, to Edgar and Flora Witty in Tompkinsville, Kentucky. Genny enjoyed traveling, scrapbooking, playing cards and cooking. Most of all she cherished the time spent with her grandchildren and her greats! She will deeply be missed by all who knew and loved her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Genny is… LOUISE M. LANGER (nee Morozoff), age 57, of Mesopotamia Twp. Beloved wife of the late Charles Langer, DM; loving mother of Zachary; sister of George (Carol) Morozoff and Cheryl (Tim) McCarthy; aunt of Kriste and Lindsay McCarthy, Gregory Morozoff, and the late George "Butch" Moro-zoff Jr. Funeral Mass Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lucy's Catholic Church, 16280 Kinsman Rd., Middlefield, OH. VISITATION TUESDAY, SEPT. 2, 2008 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. AT RUSSELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 15670 W.… LEONARD Robert G. Robert G. Leonard, 80 years, a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI passed away Saturday, August 30, 2008, at 3:00 a.m. in his home with his beloved wife at his side. Bob was born August 11, 1928, in Monroe the son of the late Dee M. and Gladys (Smith) Leonard. Bob was a 1946 graduate of Monroe High School. On August 19, 1955, Bob married his beloved wife the former Geneva M. Luse at Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Blissfield, MI. Bob was a self employed farmer. Bob's memberships… Lewis, Fannie (Featured Guest Book) CLEVELAND -- Fannie Lewis, who went from welfare recipient to one of the city's most outspoken and recognizable politicians, died this morning. She was 82.The Bible-quoting Lewis was never one to suffer fools. At one time or another, she clashed with virtually every powerful politician in the city -- often in memorable fashion.Lewis called Mayor Michael White a demon. She labeled Councilman Joe Cimperman a "Judas goat" after the two feuded over a building in her ward. When Mayor George… received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), MONDAY 7-9 P.M. AND TUESDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. (440)-888-0800 www.ripepi.com ELEANOR M. LINK (nee Horning), of Ft. Myers, FL. beloved wife of Frank (deceased), passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 92 on Aug. 22, 2008. Mother of Carol Jean Vargo (Kenneth), Betty Anne Rainey (deceased) and Frank Fredrick (Paula); grandmother of eight and great grandmother. No Services. www.cleveland.com/obits may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday 12 noon-2 p.m., where service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday. Pastor Eric Moehring officiating. Interment Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Carmel Hospice, 1144 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH, 43215, 614 234-0200. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries Charles P. LUCAS Senior Hazel J. Lucas GREATLY MISSED Rev. Dr. Charles Lucas Jr. - Jason & Yolanda Lucas - Dr. Laurel Lucas Clark - Jason Jr. - Beckett Gray & Sister Dorothy E. Lee LUTMAN Jeff On the wings of an angel went Jeff on another journey after a courageous 28 month battle with cancer. Jeff was born on December 29, 1958, to Donald and Joyce (Kruse) Lutman in Toledo. He was employed with Jeep for 31 years until retiring in 2006. Jeff was also a UAW Local 12 member. He was a man of many interests such as golfing, boating, fishing and NASCAR to name a few. Jeff was a die-hard Michigan fan and loved to spend time at the lake with family and friends. He loved to travel and was… Lyasko, Olga Helen Vekasy "Casey" LYASKO OLGA "CASEY" HELEN VEKASY LYSAKO, May 11, 1925-Aug. 20, 2008. For more information, address mail in her name to P.O. Box 746, Wickliffe, 44092 or send email to clyasko@hotmail.com www.cleveland.com/obits MARGARET W. LYNCH, 87, of Elyria, formerly of Moreland Hill Village and Chagrin Falls, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, peacefully. Survived by beloved husband, Donald L.; children Karen Frederick, Elaine Bogus, Bruce Lynch, Polly Molenaar, Larry Lynch, Lissa Miner; 10 grand-children; five great-grandchildren; sister Ruth Bolz. Memorial service will be held at Epworth-Euclid United Methodist Church. at a later date. SCHWARTZ, SPENCE, BOYER & COOL HOME FOR FUNERALS, LORAIN IS HANDLING THE ARRANGEMENTS.… ATHENS — Lynn Francis Russi, 89, of Athens, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at the VA Medical Center in Chillicothe. Arrangements are by McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home, Marietta. MARJORIE 'MARGE' COURTWRIGHT 1921-2008 NEWCOMERSTOWN -- Marjorie L. "Marge" Courtwright, 87, of Dover, formerly of Newcomerstown, died Tuesday (Aug. 26, 2008) in Union Hospital at Dover. She was born Jan. 6, 1921, daughter of the late Lucy (Conger)... Read MARJORIE ANNIS WILKINSON ZARING 1919-2008 MARJORIE ANNIS WILKINSON ZARING 1919-2008 SARASOTA, Fla. -- Marjorie Annis Wilkinson Zaring, 89, died Aug. 4, 2008, in Sarasota, Fla. She was born March 31, 1919, in New Castle, Ind., daughter of the late Vaughn Hiram Wilkinson and Lucy Jane Davis.... Read LANCASTER — Mable L. Henderson, 69 of Lancaster, went to be with her Lord on Friday August 29, 2008, at her residence surrounded by her loving family., Marcus E. ‘‘Wimp’’ Shaw 1932-2008 WARREN — Marcus E. ‘‘Wimp’’ Shaw, 76 of Warren, passed away Friday August 29, 2008, at his home following a short battle with cancer. » Full Story NEW STRAITSVILLE — Margaret Ann Hickman, 78, of New Straitsville, passed away Wednesday August 27, 2008, at her home., POLAND — Marie Williams ‘‘Aunt Marie,’’ 100, of Poland, peacefully passed away on Wednesday afternoon from a courageous short-term battle with cancer, and her loving family was by her side. » Full Story MARY LOUISE MARIKIS, passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 in Plano, TX. She was born May 27, 1932 to Lee and Nellie Hayes in Cleveland, OH. Mary was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, aunt and loyal friend to many. She is survived by her six children, Scott Marikis, Laurie Lisicky, Stefanie Schmidt, Rosemary Wynne, Kathleen Skidmore, Don Marikis; 24 grandchildren; and brother, Jack Hayes. Funeral services will be held Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at LAUREL OAKS FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, MESQUITE, TX.,… ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Marion Lane Ebert, 94, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008. She was born Aug. 15, 1914, in Homerville, Ohio, a daughter of Walter and Edith Landis Lane. » Full Story Vincenza MAROTTA 11/18/1924 - 8/31/2007 Nonna, It's been one year since you've left us. You are always in our hearts. We love you and miss you. WITH LOVE, Gabriella & Family MARTUKOVICH See DiPERNA Notice MINERAL RIDGE — Matthew H. Lawrence, 74, passed away at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, in Forum Health Northside Medical Center. Matt was born Jan. » Full Story MAUGER Donn Musselman Mauger, born in Columbus, OH, December 11, 1930, age 77, passed away unexpectedly August 29, 2008 at his residence. Donn spent his childhood growing up with lifelong friends in Grandview Heights and graduated from Grandview Heights High School in 1950. Active member of the Rooks Fraternity of Grandview, inducted into Grandview Heights Athletic Hall of Fame in 1998, attended Ohio University and The Ohio State University and was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War from 1952-54. Founded… Lima Maxine L. Maxine "Mikki" L. McDermott, Mary May (Carlisle) may call Monday, September 1, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at COTNER FUNERAL HOME, 7369 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg, where her funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday with Pastor Mike Barnett, officiating. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to the Reynoldsburg Seventh Day Adventist Church or the Reynoldsburg Historical Society. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries JUDITH S. MELI (nee Pirc), age 62. Beloved wife of James; dear mother of Michael; grandmother of Nickolas (deceased); sister of Robert (Marion) Pirc (both deceased); sister-in- law of Philip Meli and Angela Hackley; aunt of Terri DiPinto and Tracy Bellamy. Died Aug. 29, 2008. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, Sept. 2 at St. John Vianney Church at 10 a.m. Private interment. Family will receive friends at BRICKMAN BROS. FUNERAL HOME, 37433 EUCLID AVE. (WILLOUGHBY), SUNDAY ONLY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. Contributions… Findlay Mika Andrea Hernandez was stillborn Aug. Mika Andrea Hernandez, d. Aug. 27, 2008 FINDLAY Mika Andrea Hernandez, infant daughter of Halle McFarland and Dion Hernandez of Findlay, was delivered and passed away Aug. 27, 2008, in Blanchard Valle MILLER Mr. Richard Allen Jr. Mr. Richard Allen Miller Jr., 45, of Toledo, OH passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008 in Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo facility. He attended Edward Drummond Libbey High School and was employed as a fork lift driver for High Tech. He was vice president of the Black Hawks Motorcycle Club. He is lovingly survived by his sons, Richard A. III, Marquise, and Marcus; daughters, Kiarra, Keonna, Asia, and Ronisha; sister, Alayna Miller; niece, Nicole D. Miller; fiancée, Thawanna… Ananise MOORE Ten years have passed, oh, that sad day, the one we loved was called away. God took you home, it was His will, but in our hearts you live still. LOVE, Wife & Family MOWERY Edward J. Mowery, 56, of Columbus, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Preceded in death by his parents Donovan and Ann (Mount) Mowery. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Margie (Ball) Mowery; daughter, Jill (Mike) Gray; his only and very special granddaughter, Erin Gray, who referred to her grandpa as "Gah"; sisters, Lynne Edwards, Cathy (Michael) Gleim and Anell (Max) Haque; brothers, Don (Carol), Tom (Lynne), and Gregg (Christina) Mowery. Ed served in the US Army and owned and… WARREN — Nancy L. Wilson, 60, of Warren, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at the Cleveland Clinic. She was born June 9, 1948, in Salem, the daughter of Wayne R. and Mary Liebhart Jackson. » Full Story Nestor, Joseph Bartholomew "Joe" JOSEPH BARTHOLOMEW "JOE" NESTOR, age 90, of New London, NC., formerly of Honolulu, HI., passed away Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 at Spring Arbor Assisted Living in Albemarle, NC. A native of Cleveland, OH., Joe lived in Hawaii for 40 years from 1963-2003. He received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland and a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Hawaii. He was a WWII Captain, U.S. Army Air Corps: China, Burma, India Theater. He served with distinction and was… Newmeyer, Patricia A. (Wagner) will be received MONDAY FROM 2-6 P.M. AT THE JAKUBS-DANAHER, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 36000 LAKE SHORE BLVD., EASTLAKE, where services will be held Monday at 5 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106 www.cleveland.com/obits may call at the FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 W. AURORA RD. (RT. 82) SAGAMORE HILLS where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. VISITATION TUESDAY 1-4 AND 6-9 P.M. Interment All Saints Cemetery. The family requests no floral tributes. www.cleveland.com/obits , if they wish, may contribute to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 200 E. Water St., Prospect, OH 43342, in his memory. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries may call TUESDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. AT BAKER-OSINSKI-KENSINGER FUNERAL HOME, 206 FRONT ST., BEREA. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer or Heart Society. www.cleveland.com/obits may call at the VODRAZKA FUNERAL HOME OF INDEPENDENCE 6505 BRECKSVILLE RD. (RT 21 S. OF ROCKSIDE) TUESDAY, SEPT. 2 FROM 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. All services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at 10 a.m. at the First Hungarian Reformed Church, 14530 Alexander Rd., Walton Hills. Interment Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society. www.cleveland.com/obits GLOUSTER — In Wednesday’s obituary for Paul A. Drake, 37, of Glouster, the fact that he was employed by Specialty Books of Athens was omitted from information provided to The Messenger. Mr. Drake passed away on Aug. 25, 2008, at his residence. will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3rd, at the Jefferson Home of the FLEMING and BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Meredith Coleman and the Rev. Josh Arrington, both of the Jefferson United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Gageville Cemetery. Geneva Post #6846 will provide full military honors at the graveside.Calling hours will be 2 to 4 p.m., and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at the Funeral Home.The family suggests memorial contributions to the Ashtabula Co.… LUCILLE W. PEOPLES 8-31-1938 to 2-19-2006 Happy Birthday. We're all still holding on. PENNY, LUCRETIA, CHAZZ, AZARIAH, DUKE LEEPER, LEONARD, EDDRA, BIGGUM, WINE, KALVIN, ALLEN and family may visit Eggleston Meinert Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Rd. on Monday, September 1, 2008 from 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 - 9 p.m. where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Funeral services will begin in the funeral home on Wednesday at 9 a.m. and proceed to St. Peter and Paul's Church for 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions in Benito's name will be greatly appreciated by the family.… may call at GOLUBSKI DELIBERATO FUNERAL HOME, 4747 TURNEY RD., CORNER GARFIELD BLVD. where services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. and at SS. Peter and Paul Church at 12 noon. Interment All Saints Cemetery. VISITATION TUESDAY 2-8 P.M. Online condolences may be submitted at GDFH.net . The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Assn., 1689 E. 115 St., Cleveland, 44106. TROY TOWNSHIP — Peter J. Duralia, 93, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008. He was born Sept. 18, 1915, to Tom and Francis Patrick Duralia. » Full Story PETERSON (MILLER) Marilyn A. Peterson (Miller), age 74, formerly of Upper Arlington, Ohio, died Thursday, August 28, 2008, at The Sanctuary at Tuttle Crossing, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Graduate of West High School. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 44 years, Carl, father George Miller, sister Sandy Sensenbrenner, and father-in-law J. Albert Peterson. Survived by loving sons, Mark (Karen) and Greg (Sonni) of Dublin; and adoring grandchildren, Tatum, Zachary and Kate;… ANDOVER ? Louis A. Petrus, age 88, of Andover, Ohio, died Friday, August 29, 2008, at University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.Born Aug. 21, 1920, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Frank and Katherine (Gabris) Petrus.A Veteran, Mr. Petrus served in the U.S. Army during World War II, in the Armored Division.Formerly of Perry, Ohio, Mr. Petrus was a long time Andover resident. He retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation in 1980. He also owned and operated over the years, Resthaven Nurseries and… ELEANOR "JEAN" PFAFF, age 83, of Medina. Born Oct. 8, 1924 in Indianapolis, IN. Survived by loving husband of 57 years, Bill; son, Jim (Susan) of New York, and daughter, Mary Lou (Jamey) Laskey of Columbus; granddaughters, Sarah and Rebecca Las-key, and grandson Michael Pfaff. Formerly of Euclid, Jean was active at East Shore Church, Meals on Wheels, Euclid Women's Ensemble, and the American Association of University Women. Private service at a later date at East Shore Church. Contributions… PFEIFER George W. George W. Pfeifer, age 95, peacefully passed from this life to the next on Friday, August 29, 2008, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio with his family at his side. He was born December 29, 1912, in Toledo, Ohio to Otto and Agnes Pfeifer. He married Marjorie Secord in 1937. He was a 1931 Libbey High School graduate, lettering in several sports. Although a lifelong baseball fan and avid golfer well into his 80's, he always provided for his family first. A 37-year employment with the Lion Store… may visit Wednesday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester 43110. Funeral service will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the Grace Bible Church, 424 Gender Rd., Canal Winchester, Ohio. Pastor Mark Thieret officiating. Interment Lithopolis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideon International, PO Box 104, Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110 in his memory. Online condolences available at www.spencefuneralhome.com Sign the online… ANTHONY J. PISCIONERI, U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved son of Frank and Yolan (nee Marguch) (both deceased); dear brother of James (wife Mary Jane), Mary Marte-rello (deceased), Joseph (deceased) (wife Emaline), and Katherine Sumrak (deceased) (husband Jack); dear cousin of Maryann and Anisa Piscio-neri; dear uncle and great uncle to many. Mass of Christian Burial, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2 at Holy Redeemer Church. Interment All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends at THE VICCHIARELLI FUNERAL HOME, 5252… DOROTHY A. PISNAR (nee Wrana), age 89. Beloved wife of the late Frank; dear mother of Donna Howald, Gerry VonRekowski, Jim, Mary Sweeney; grandmother of Michael, Kay, Jeff, Dianne, Jennifer and John; great grandmother of Ben, Mia and Alyssa; sister of 17. Passed away Aug. 27, 2008. Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Christine Church, (840 E. 222 St. Euclid) on Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 10 a.m. for the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment All Souls Cemetery Arrangements by BRICKMAN BROS. FUNERAL HOME… will be received at JOHNSON-ROMITO, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 521 BROADWAY AVE., BEDFORD, OH (440-232-1441) TUESDAY, 5-8 P.M. Burial at All Saints Cemetery. www.cleveland.com/obits Poole, Gwen Bewley Poole and Carolyn Gwen BEWLEY POOLE Carolyn Poole Dear Mom & Aunt Carol, We miss you both very much. The days are lonely without you two. We miss having you two and Uncle John all together for the holidays. It will never be the same. You all helped shape our lives and were always there for everything. We thank God for bringing you two into our lives and pray you both are at peace. We can not thank Uncle John enough for being here for us, as he has always been. We love you both, and pray that justice prevails for you Mom.… may call at WAITE & SON FUNERAL HOME BRUNSWICK CHAPEL, 3300 CENTER RD. (Rt. 303 at I-71) (330-225-1770), ON MONDAY, FROM 5 - 7:30 P.M., with services to follow immediately at 7:30 p.m. Burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday. Contributions to Hospice of VNA and Palliative Care, 2500 E. 22nd St., Cleveland, 44115 will be held one hour prior to the service, beginning at 12:00pm at the church. Burial will be in the Beechwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Ohio. www.smithoglefuneralhome.com . ELIZABETH J. RAGG, age 86, of Berea, OH. The Ragg Family owned and operated The Merrick Chevrolet Co. in Berea for many years. Sister of the late William H. Ragg. She is survived by her niece Christy Beth Ragg and her step nieces Kathleen Mulligan Essi and Maureen Mulligan Ridzon. A memorial gathering will be held at 4 p.m., Thursday, September 4, at Heritage Congregational Church, 485 West St., Berea,. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest General. ARRANGEMENTS BY… Raymond "Andy" Anderson, 77, of Alliance, died on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, at 2:15 p.m. at Altercare of Alliance. He was born on July 18, 1931, in Cuyahoga Falls and lived in the Alliance vicinity most of his life. Raymond was a... Read Richard Lawrence Killing 1974-2008 ORANGEVILLE — Richard Lawrence Killing, 34, of 8160 High St., died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at his residence. He was born June 24, 1974, in Tampa, Fla. » Full Story WARREN — Robert D. Coakley, 44, of Warren died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, in the Emergency Room at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital. Mr. » Full Story Robert Edward Gerstacker, age 83, of Dover passed away Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, in Country Club Retirement Center at Dover. Born in Cleveland, O., on Oct. 12, 1924, he was the son of the late Oscar H. and Ella E. (Sommer) Gerstacker. Robert was a graduate of James Ford Rhodes High School and continued his education at Case Institute of Technology with a degree in Chemical Engineering. From there, he became a student at Cornell University in the Executive Development program. Robert honorably served… 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 ROBINSON Mother Lillian Mother Lillian Robinson, 83, of Toledo, OH passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008, in St. Anne Mercy Hospital. She was a charter member of United Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Mothers Board. She was employed 19 years for the Toledo Mental Health Center, retiring in the 1970's. She was the widow of Mr. Smiley Robinson and leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Orvil L. (Barbara) and Alvin Sr. (Nicholette) Robinson; daughters, Edna B. Tarver and Betty L.… Giacomo ROCCO August 31, 2007 In our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day. An empty place no one could fill. We miss your dearly and always will. YOUR LOVING FAMILY received Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Wednesday, at Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston Ave. Entombment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Walter H. Plank Scholarship Fund c/o St. Charles Preparatory School, 2010 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43209. To sign the on-line register, visit www.MaederQuintTiberi.com . Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries CORENO See SCHNITZER Notice. Schnitzer PhD, Dr. James Anthony DR. JAMES ANTHONY SCHNITZER, PhD, age 48, of Cleveland passed away quietly and peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008. We lost our most beloved son, brother, uncle and most of all friend, Preceded in death by James, his loving father, infant brother John and beloved German Sheppard, Mocha. He leaves behind Jennie (nee Cor-eno), his loving mother. Also beloved brother of Mary, Rose (David) Rus-citto, Laura (Mark) Dab-kowski, and Chris (Kurt Rogers) Schnitzer; cherished uncle of Michelle, Christopher, James,… may call on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 from 2-4 and from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers please send balloons or send memorial contributions to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 740 Lakeview Plaza Blvd., Suite 225 , Worthington, Ohio , 43085 in Myranda's name. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries IRENE SHANE (nee Friedman), beloved wife of the late Samuel; dear mother of Larry (Ginger) Shane, Lester Shane of New York City and the late Richard Shane; loving grandmother of Matthew and Lydia; cherished sister of the late Joseph Friedman. Private services were held. Family will gather to celebrate her life on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. at the home of Larry and Ginger Shane, 1650 S. Belvoir Blvd., S. Euclid. Family suggests contributions be made to the Maltz Jewish Museum, 26000 Shaker Blvd., Beachwood,… Sharer, Dorothy French Babbitt SHARER Dorothy French Babbitt Sharer passed away, joined Jesus in the heavenly realm, journeyed to that great beyond, on August 20, 2008, at the age of 96 1/2. Born to Theodore and Cora Babbitt on March 20, 1912 (the year of the Girl Scout's founding) in Rutledge, PA. Raised in Cleveland where she frequented Euclid Beach on Lake Erie, enjoyed ballroom dancing and sang soprano with the Cleveland Philharmonic, Dorothy graduated from Western Reserve Teachers College and provided early childhood education… Sharon L. Moyer, Oct. 16, 1942 - Aug. 28, 2008 NEW WASHINGTON, Ohio Sharon L. Moyer, 65, of New Washington, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, at her home. She was born Oct. 16, 1942, in DOROTHY SIMS, 67, was called home to her Lord Savior Jesus Christ, Aug. 27, 2008. She leaves behind Turnell, a loving husband of 50 years and three loving children. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and was baptized at the Strangers Home Baptist Church in Shaw, MS. Because of her love for the Lord, Dorothy introduced countless souls to the saving power of Jesus Christ. Dorothy was affectionately called Mother Sims, Mama Sims, Big Ma and Grammy to all that held her… Rose SKENDER It's been five years since you have been gone from my side. I think about you every day and the kids and I miss you so very much. ALL MY LOVE FOREVER, RAY Mike M. SMART Happy 28th Birthday. Loving son; father of Eli; loving brother of Matt, Ron (wife Teresa); uncle of Payton, Kaylei and Christopher. LOVE, MOM & FRANK ROBERT C. SMITH JR. Loving father of Robert C. III and Melony; devoted grandfather of Brandon and Nathan; beloved son of Dolores Melrose. Services were private. The Family requests condolences to be sent to THOMAS H. SMITH, age 85, passed away August 21, 2008. Loving husband for more than 66 years of Cynthia M. (nee, Pierce); devoted father of Carol Lynn Smith, who died in 1994, Thomas H. Smith, Jr. (Marilyn), Kevin O. Smith, and David E. Smith (Nancy); dear grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 3. Proud U.S. Army veteran of World War II. The memorial service will be Sunday, September 7, 2008, 3:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd., North Olmsted. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOSTAL FUNERAL… WANDA J. SNYDER (nee Lee) Passed away August 13, in Pigeon Forge, TN. Survived by her devoted and loving husband Charles Snyder of Hamlin, WV.; dear mother of Donald Lee Rhodes Jr. and Paula Jean Rhodes both of Cleveland, OH and DeDeAnn Marie Tams of Hope Mills, NC; step mother of Eva, Teresa, Cindy, Sandi and Mavis; loving grandmother of Joshua, Cagney, Donny Lee, Jennifer, A.J., Bubby, Cagney H., Ashley, Kasey, Anthony, Yovanny, Domenick, Tammy S., Kenny Jr., Wayne, Troy, Isreal, Brittany, Charles,… ROSEMARY SPANGLER (nee Stopiak), age 41, of Brook Park, passed away suddenly Aug. 28, 2008. She leaves behind David, her beloved husband of 16 years. Also loving mother of Rebecca, Robert and Hannah; beloved daughter of Andrew (Marie deceas-ed) Stopiak; loving sister of Ann (Robert) Carney, and the following Stopi-ak's: Jim (Christie), Debbie, Joseph (Jody) and Andrew Jr.; cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends, in Celebration of Rosemary's life, at the HUMENIK… who wish may contribute to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI), Franklin County Chapter, 747 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43205 in Joe's memory. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com . Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries Anna-Mae STAFFORD 8/28/1921 - 9/29/2002 Dear Mom, I cannot send a birthday card, your hands I cannot touch, but God will send my message to the one I love so much. Happy Birthday, Mom. I miss you. YOUR LOVING SON ALWAYS, JIMMY may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME, Lancaster. Services will take place at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Emil H. Klatt III officiating. Burial will follow in Carroll Cemetery, Carroll. A full obituary and photos can be seen at www.mem.com Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries STOPIAK See SPANGLER Notice. DOROTHY DAVIE STRAUSS, 96, formerly of Shaker Heights, died peacefully on August 26, in Kirkland, WA. She was born December 31, 1911, in Cleveland, the daughter of John Morley Davie and Effie Viola Eisenman Davie. She grew up in Cleveland, St. Louis, and Chicago, where her father managed and founded several machine tool companies, including the Hannifin Manufacturing Company and the Kelly Reamer Company. She graduated from Cleveland Heights High School and attended Western Michigan University and John… ANDREW J. SURMA, age 86. Loving husband for 66 years of Celestine "Sally" (nee Stupiansky) Surma; dear father of Michele (Ronald) Bennington of Avon and George Surma of N. Ridgeville; loving grand-father of Cristy McPhee and Michael Bennington; dear brother of Mary Schinning; great grand-father of Brianna and Justin entered into rest Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008. He was preceded in death by one brother George Surma. Retired body shop manager Steve Barry Buick. Family will receive friends TUESDAY FROM… ANTHONY LOUIS SWARTZ, 46. Husband of Judy Swartz. Father of Christopher Lee (fiance, Hanna Coventry) Swartz and Michelle Dawn (Christopher) Lawrence. Step-father of Chelsea Jenkins. Brother-in-law of Sandy Swartz. Cousin of Steve and Sandy Nale. Predeceased by Matt and Lula Juanita Swartz. Brother of Matt Swartz, Jr. Anthony worked at the Oasis Snack Bar for 13 years. He was a great man and a wonderful father and husband. He was loved by many people at Metrohealth Medical Center. There will be no services. Catherine M. "Kay" SWEENY (3-21-1933 to 9-1-2007) Two tired eyes are sleeping, two willing hands are still. The one who worked so hard for us is resting at God's will. Your life was love and labor. Your love for your family true. You did your best for all of us. We will always remember you. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We love you always and miss you forever, Mom. YOUR LOVING FAMILY CECILE M. SWISHER (nee Grygo), age 87. Beloved wife of 66 years to James P.; loving mother of Sally Frantz (husband Michael) and Susan Swisher; sister of Ted Grygo and the late Janet Grygo. Service will be private. The family suggests memorial gifts to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185 St., Cleveland, 44119. Arrangements by MAHER-MELBOURNE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE (216-382-4500). Online condolences at www. Margaret SZEKELYI 02/26/1907 - 08/30/2004 It's going on four years. Not a day goes by that someone doesn't mention your name, or points your crooked finger and laugh. Your missed more than ever. You are not forgotten. LOVE, BABE, STEVE, BUNNY, DON, GRANDCHILDREN, GREAT GRANDCHILDREN & SISTERS may call Tuesday 5-8 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where a service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday. Contributions may be made to the Achbar Grotto, 3790 Agler Rd., Gahanna, OH 43230. Visit www.schoedinger.com to send online condolences to the family. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries will be 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 1st, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 1200 E. 21st, Ashtabula, with burial to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.Visitation will be 3 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at GUERRIERO FUNERAL HOME, 1550 W. 19th St., Ashtabula. News Death Notice TRAYLOR, Luvata 98, entered life Sept. 2, 1909. Descended to be with Christ at 1:10am Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008. She was born in Chattanooga, TN to Hamilton at an early age where upon she joined Pilgrim Baptist Church. She was very active in all areas within the church. She worked at helping people of all walks of life. She never met a stranger. Everyone who knew her called her "Mother". Anything she had you had, a true woman of God. She worked at several places, Ft. Hamilton… Zela YoungZela Young, 87, passed away August 30, 2008. Announcements later. Stewart & Calhoun, 330-535-1543 www.stewartcalhoun.com NESS LEONARD P. VAN NESS, age 84, of Chesterland. Beloved husband of Mary and the late Helen; loving father of Fredrick Sr. (Sandra), Karen Panic and the late Leonard; devoted grandfather of Brundene, Fredrick Jr., Jennifer, Mark, Paul and Sydney; and dear brother of Ann Negrelli, Fred (Geraldine), Jerry (Rita), Jessie (Bob) Vozar, Stella (Robert) Igoe and the late Charles and Michaline Van Ness. Friends may call at GATTOZZI AND SON FUNERAL HOME, 12524 CHILLICOTHE RD. (RT. 306, N. OF MAYFIELD RD.)… CARLOS "CARLY" VEGA SR., age 62. Born June 23, 1946 in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. Beloved husband of Teresa Vega (nee Sanchez). Adored father of Omayra Vega Feliciano (Rick), Melissa (Shawn), Clarisa, Carlos Jr. "Papito" and Sulima. Devoted grandfather of Sade, Arianna, Micaela and Amalia. Cherished son of Tina and the late Don Juan Vega. Loving brother of Iris (deceased), Joey (deceased), Milady (deceased), Ana, Daisy, Carmen, Juan Enrique, Ismael and Reynaldo. Uncle, cousin,… Violet L. Virginia Correll Albanese, 96, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at the Crandall Medical Center of Copeland Oaks in Sebring, Ohio. Virginia Mae Correll Albanese was born May 21, 1912, in Wooster, Ohio, to Faith Graham Correll and... Read VITLIP Marcia L. Vitlip (Huggins), 48, of Concord, PA, died August 23, 2008 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born and reared in Columbus, OH, Mrs. Vitlip lived in Wilmington, DE, before moving to Concord, where she resided for 10 years. She graduated in 1978 from Bexley High School in Bexley, OH, attended the University of Cincinnati from 1979-1982, and received her chemical engineering degree from California State in 1983. Mrs. Vitlip worked as an engineer for McDonnell Douglas in Mesa, Arizona, for five… SANDRA M. WADE, Beloved daughter of the late Johnny and Annie Wade; brother of Johnny, Kevin, Kenneth, Patricia and Karen. Wednesday Funeral 10:00AM at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, 2516 E. 40th St. VISITATION with family 9:30 AM. Arrangements delegated to WANTON-HORNE CHAPEL OF PEACE FUNERAL HOME, 12519 BUCKEYE RD. 216-921-6400. WALKER Billie Snapp Walker, age 82, died Thursday, August 28, 2008 at Mount Carmel Medical Center. Billie was born in Wichita, KS on June 6, 1926, the daughter of Doris Virginia (Buckle) and Otto L. Snapp. She was a 1944 graduate of Grandview High School. She married Thomas R. Walker on September 4, 1948. Billie was a member of Broad Street Presbyterian Church, a long standing PEO sister, a docent at the Columbus Museum of Art, and a past employee of Tri Village Publishing. She enjoyed spending many years… Dan WELLS (8/31/80 - 11/6/2006) Happy 28th Birthday Dan! You are forever in our hearts. YOUR LOVING FAMILY WESTHOVEN James P. James P. Westhoven, 84, of Napoleon, died Friday evening, August 29, 2008, at his home. Jim was born September 25, 1923, in Liberty Center to the late Francis and Alta (Faeth) Westhoven. He married Jean Anne Gerdeman on May 2, 1949, at St. Caspar Catholic Church in Wauseon and she survives. Also surviving are five sons, Gary James Westhoven, Napoleon, Dennis C. (Denise) Westhoven, Channing, MI, Lindsay P. (Nanci) Westhoven and Douglas E. (Jayne) Westhoven, both of Napoleon, and Timothy S.… WHITE Col. David B. White, USAF Ret., age 86, Friday, August 29, 2008. Veteran WW II, Berlin Airlift and the Vietnam War. Graduate of The Ohio State University. Member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church. Preceded in death by spouses Margery A. White and Bernice "Bunny" White and daughter Patricia A. White. Survived by sons, David B. White, Jr., Jeffrey Allen White, Scott Charles White and Jay Durkee along with their respective spouses and grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be announced later… JOYCE C. WIEDENHOEFER, age 64. Beloved fiance of Zakaria Katib. Dear sister of Pauline "Polly" Peterson (Daniel) of Amherst, MA and the late Carol Goodman. She is also survived by Katharine M. Coss and many other loving friends. Joyce was Head Librarian of Eastman Branch, Cleveland Public Library. The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions in her name to The Holden Arboretum, 9500 Sperry Rd, Kirtland, OH 44094 or, , Ohio Div., 10501 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106. Memorial… William A. ‘‘Bill’’ Griffith Jr. 1937-2008 CORTLAND — William A. ‘‘Bill’’ Griffith Jr., 70, of Cortland passed away at home on Friday, August 29, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. Bill was born Dec. » Full Story William D. Willard, age 75, a Bolivar, O., resident all his life, passed away on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, in Rose Lane Health Care Center of Massillon, O., following a long illness. He was born on March 9, 1933, at Bolivar O., to the late Russell W. and Maud (Crilly) Willard. He is also preceded in death by his stepmother, Edith (Fortune) Willard, and a son, David Willard. He was a graduate of the former Bolivar High School of Bolivar, O., in 1951 and was a U.S. Army Airborne Veteran serving in the Korean… JAMES M. WINANS, age 63. Beloved husband of Diana (nee Tai); dear father of Lillian (Andrew Bleiman), Christina and Daniel Winans. Funeral service Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd. Graveside service Tuesday at 10 a.m. (Meet at Sunset Chapel). ARRANGEMENTS BY DOSTAL FUNERAL SERVICE WINK Susan Warren Wink, age 76, of Marion, Ohio, died Friday, August 29, 2008, at home in the care of her family. Susan was born July 4, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Lawrence E. and Dorothy Bennett Warren. She attended St. Mary of the Springs School, graduated from North High School in Columbus, and from The Ohio State University with a combined BA/Dental Hygiene Degree. On March 15, 1957, she married Dr. Raymond E. Wink, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Julie (Ron) Sayre; three sons,… Andy WOLF 05/15/1981 - 08/27/2003 Beloved Son & Brother. We love and miss you. You are forever in our hearts. WOOD Margaret E. Wood, 84, August 26, 2008. Resident of Upper Arlington, formerly of Green Valley, Arizona. Preceded in death by her husband of 53 years Louis E. Wood, sons Michael L. and Rolfe E. Survived by daughter, Carol (Steve) Stowe; grandchildren, Casey, Zachary and Corinne Stowe. Daughter, Susan Wood; grandchildren, Kristina Hamilton; Shane Ball; and seven great grandchildren; brother, Andrew (Donna) Robertson. Margaret was born in Iowa and later moved to a farm in Ohio. After graduation from Meigs… Woodland, Helen Gertrude (Croyle) HELEN GERTRUDE WOODLAND (nee Croyle), age 99, passed away in Georgetown, SC on Aug. 26, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Homer; dearest mother of Linda Lung (husband David) and Dale (wife Carol); devoted grandmother of Christopher Lung, Eric Lung (wife Sarah), Dan Woodland and Pamela Hammar (husband David) and great grandmother of Lauren Woodland, Andrew Ham-mar and Oliver Lung; loving aunt. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the American Heart Assn., 1689 E. 115 St., Cleveland,… Col. Chester A. WOODS 12/1/1928 - 8/31/1994 Some nights when stars are brighter and we are now apart, I want to tell you all the thoughts that linger in my heart, how much I love you and still can't believe you're gone, and why I am so miserable when I must be alone. I long to glaze into your eyes and whisper softly so that only you will hear my words and no one else will know. Beyond the longest day, until the last full moon on earth has turned it's face away, to you I give my heart and all… ASHTABULA ?Jeannie Diane Wuori, age 51, of Ashtabula, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008.Born Aug. 26, 1957, in Paterson, N. J., she was the daughter of Herman and Marie (Van Den Akker) Coomans.She grew up and graduated high school in Wyckoff, N.J., and attended Catherine Gibbs Business School and Consolidated Freightways Program for Management Development, graduating in May of 1985.Training in Buffalo, N.Y., she was assigned to the Ashtabula terminal as manager, where she worked until September of… ELIZABETH BEATTIE WYMAN, beloved wife of the late John A. Wyman; dear mother of Fredrica Wyman (Christopher Old-father) of Nyack, NY and the late John Beattie Wyman. Also survived by John's wife, Cheri Lynn Reppa Wyman of Littleton, CO. Dear grandmother of Elizabeth and Margaret Oldfather, Jessica Ruth and Sarah Jane Wyman. The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions, in her name, to Lutheran Metropolitan Ministries, 1468 W. 25 St., Cleveland, 44113-3102 or Library for the Blind and… WYSONG David Lee Sr. David L. Wysong Sr., passed away peacefully in his Berkey residence, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, August 30, 2008, the morning following his 75th birthday. David was born August 29, 1933, in Toledo to Edward and Elsie (Cox) Wysong. On September 5, 1953, he married Virginia Lenhart at Little Flower Church in Toledo. He served in the U.S. Naval Reserves, receiving an Honorable Discharge. David was very active in the Sylvania Moose Lodge No. 1579, serving two terms as… Zimmerman, Wilma Jean "Jeannie" ZIMMERMAN Wilma Jean "Jeannie" Zimmerman, 76, passed away Friday, August 29, 2008. Preceded in death by beloved companion Dan Smith, sister Evelyn Brandon, son Mike. Survived by children, Ken, John, Dick and Sandy; 11 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the James Cancer Hospital. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries |
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