Our Obituaries
Joan "Judy" Coberly
January 7, 1950 - May 23, 2013
Joan "Judy" Coberly, age 63, of Thompson, Ohio, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2013 at home. She was born January 7, 1950 in East Cleveland, Ohio to Marguerite (Needa) and Joseph Pechota. She was the beloved wife of David N. Coberly.
Joan grew up in Willoughby Hills. She was an accomplished artist. Joan was fun loving, she enjoyed dancing, sewing and quilting. She was a Christian and loved...
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Jerry L. Vest
September 1, 1946 - May 19, 2013
Jerry L. Vest Age 66 of Madison passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at his home. Born September 1, 1946 in Cleveland he was the son of Ethel (Christian) & Carl Vest
Jerry was a 1964 Graduate of Willoughby South High School. He attended Lakeland Community College and Moler Barber College. Jerry studied under Vidal Sassoon, Paul Mitchell and Martin Parsons. He served as President of Union...
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Joseh W Amos
June 4, 1941 - May 15, 2013
Joseph W. Amos, age 71, of Lakewood, Ohio, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Wade Park Veterans Hospital in Cleveland. He was born June 4, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He served in the U.S. Army and was a proud member of the American Legion. Joseph worked for many years at Dalton's Knitting Mill in Willoughby and also for Nabisco Food Service.
He is survived by daughters,...
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Rick Hissam
April 25, 1959 - May 13, 2013
Rick Hissam, age 54, of Madison, passed away Monday, May 13, 2013 at Madison Medical Campus. He was born April 25, 1959 in Painesville to Frances Harriet (Cole) and Delbert Hissam.
Rick attended Madison High School and shot pool in the Northeast Ohio Pool League. He faithfully delivered the News Herald in the Madison/Thompson area for 28 years.
He is survived by daughters, Mishannda Hissam...
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Ralph Gabor
December 7, 1924 - May 9, 2013
Ralph Gabor, age 88, resident of Madison, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at The Lantern in Madison.
He was born in Madison on December 7, 1924 to Mary (Spa) and Damien Gabor.
Ralph married Klara Vendetti on September 6, 1952 at Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby.
He served in the US Army and was stationed in Europe during World War II. Ralph worked as a millwright for...
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Robert D. Idle
February 27, 1942 - May 3, 2013
Robert D. Idle, age 71 of Madison, Ohio, passed away, Friday, May 3, 2013
at the VA Medical Center in Cleveland.
Robert was born on February 27, 1942 in Cleveland to Betty (Keller) and Raymond Idle.
He married Linda (Renner) on March 25, 1972 in Willowick.
Robert was a 1960 graduate of Eastlake North High School. He joined the Army, serving in Vietnam as an explosive ordnance specialist...
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Vera L. Johnson
December 25, 1919 - May 3, 2013
Vera L. Johnson, age 93, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Friday, May 3, 2013 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing and Rehab in Madison, OH. She was born December 25, 1919 in Perry to Floy (Penhollow) & Mark B. Johnson.
Vera worked at Lake East Hospital as ward secretary for over 28 years before retiring in 1989. Vera was a lifetime member of Perry Christian Church. She was an active member of Happy...
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Alice Mae Griffith
October 9, 1934 - April 28, 2013
Alice Mae (Walls) Griffith, long-time resident of McDonald, Ohio, currently of Madison, Ohio passed away on April 28, 2013. She is remembered as a warm and wonderful Mom and
wife, and for her gentle, nurturing nature as well as her amazing baked goods; especially her seasonal fruit pies and dozens of types of Christmas cookies.
She was born in McDonald, Ohio on October 9, 1934 to Edith ...
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Charles "Chip" Mackey
July 2, 1956 - April 27, 2013
Charles "Chip" Mackey, age 56, of Madison passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Hospice House in Cleveland after an eight month battle with cancer. Born July 2, 1956 in Euclid he was the son of Catherine (McKay) and Richard Mackey. He married Nancy Webb on October 6, 1979 in Euclid
Chip was an active member of Leroy Community Chapel where he served as a Deacon, taught Sunday school, worked...
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Benedetto Cimaglia
October 22, 1936 - April 25, 2013
Benedetto U. Cimaglia, age 76, of Madison, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013. Born October 22, 1936 in Pescocostanzo, Italy, to Bianca (Immperatore) & Leonardo Cimaglia;.he married Evelyn Walter on March 25, 1960 in Cleveland.
He was a member of the Ironworkers Local 468. He loved gardening and cross country skiing and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is...
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Amanda Lynn Kamposek
August 19, 1996 - April 23, 2013
Amanda Lynn Kamposek, age 16, of Madison, passed away Tuesday April 23, 2013. She was born August 19, 1996 in Cleveland to Carol (Schalla) & Albin Kamposek.
Amanda was a junior at Madison High School where she was an honor student and member of National Honor Society. She worked at Honeybees in Geneva. She had an interest in astronomy and astrology and a passion for horses. With a bubbly...
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Jane Hayes
September 7, 1926 - April 19, 2013
Jane Hayes, age 86, of Madison, passed away Friday, April 19, 2013 at her home. Born September 7, 1926 in Connecticut she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Anne Hard.
She married Daniel Hayes on October 7, 1950 in Red Hook, NY.
A graduate of Syracuse University Jane worked for many years as a registered nurse for WIC in Ashtabula. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother she loved...
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Margaret "Peggy" Blair
December 2, 1943 - April 18, 2013
Margaret "Peggy" Blair, age 69, passed away April 18, 2013 at UH Geneva Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 2, 1943 in Cleveland.
Peggy grew up in Mentor Headlands and graduated from Mentor High School. After her marriage to Phillip, they settled in Madison. Peggy worked as a receptionist at Harvey Hubbell for many years, and retired from Elster Perfection...
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Dorothy J. Ferguson
August 19, 1920 - April 18, 2013
Dorothy J. Ferguson, age 92, of Madison, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing and Rehab in Madison. She was born August 19, 1920 in Cleveland to Lucy (Cover) & Roy H. Cole.
Dorothy had worked as a machine operator at Bailey Controls. She was a member of the Madison Historical Society and Lakeside Craft and Garden Club. She also was a member of the Fraternal...
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Sadie Lyn Schaubert
March 19, 1974 - April 16, 2013
Sadie Lyn Schaubert, age 39, of Akron, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013. She was born March 19, 1974 in Ashtabula, to Johanna (Arnold) & Russell Schaubert.
With an award winning smile, Sadie was truly loved by everyone. A social butterfly, she will be greatly missed by her family and many friends at Hattie Larlham and the day program at Constant Companions.
She is survived by her...
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Harry Kuntz
March 17, 1943 - April 4, 2013
Harry Kuntz, age 70, of Madison, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2013 at University Hospitals in Cleveland. He was born March 17, 1943 in Pennsylvania.
Harry was the owner and operator of NuffStuff in Geneva on the Lake. He retired from Transcon Manufacturing in Mentor and enjoyed casinos and road trips with his wife. Harry loved his family.
He is survived by his wife Carol of Madison; sons...
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Nelda R. Howes
June 13, 1926 - April 4, 2013
Nelda R. Howes, age 86, of Madison, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Geneva Village Retirement Community. She was born June 13, 1926 in Wellsville to Grace Alpha (Wilson) & Harry Edward Close and married Gordon W. Howes on March 27, 1948 in Geneva, Ohio.
Nelda was a 1944 graduate of Geneva High School and was a member of North Madison Church of Christ (New Day Christian Church) for over...
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Lisa Sumrow
August 4, 1962 - March 31, 2013
Mrs. Lisa Marie Obelenus Sumrow, 50, of Madison, Ohio, died on Sunday, March 31, 2013, at Tampa General Hospital, of a sudden illness.
She was born on August 4, 1962 in Madison to George and Lynna Obelenus. She married James O. Sumrow on July 17, 1982 and was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She formerly worked for the N.E.O. Hospital and Lake Hospital System; and volunteered at Madison...
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Carolyn (Cat) McCormick
January 6, 1964 - March 31, 2013
Carolyn (Cat) McCormick, age 49, of Ashtabula, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013 at home. She was born January 6, 1964 in Philadelphia to Dorothy (Hudzik) and Joseph McCormick.
As a Philadelphia native, Carolyn loved to go "down the shore." She loved her animals, sports, the Phillies, and had a passion for cooking. Carolyn will be sorely missed by those who took the time to know her.
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Lola E Chambers
September 29, 1927 - March 29, 2013
Lola E. Chambers, age 85, of Madison, OH passed away March 29, 2013 at Lake Hospitals Madison Medical Campus. She was born September 29, 1927 in Nurnburg, Germany to Lola (Preisehl) & Michael Schmidt. She married William Darrell Chambers in Dittelbrunn, Germany on October 7, 1954.
Lola loved animals and fishing and also enjoyed the company of others.
She is survived by her sister Emilie...
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Andy J. Totin
August 15, 1929 - March 29, 2013
Andy J. Totin, age 83, of Painesville passed away Friday March 29, 2013 at Kemper House in Mentor after a brief illness.
He was born August 15, 1929, in Hubbard, Ohio. Mr. Totin attended Hubbard High School. After serving in the Army Air Corps, he started his career in the Ohio Highway Patrol. He went on to serve over 20 years of public service in Lake County as County Clerk of Courts. He was...
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Geraldine E. Jester
July 29, 1917 - March 28, 2013
Geraldine E. Jester, age 95, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2013 at the Golden Living Center-Western Reserve in Kirtland, OH. She was born July 29, 1917 in Oak Hill, W. VA to Mamie Mae (Hamilton) & Robert Lee Ross.
Geraldine was a volunteer and board member at Ashtabula County Council On Aging, and past president of Chapter #337 of the AARP.
She is survived by her...
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Ashley Wickert
September 8, 1987 - March 25, 2013
Ashley Lynn Wickert, age 25, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away Monday March 25, 2013 at UH Geneva Medical Center in Geneva. She was born September 8, 1987 at Euclid General Hospital to Gail (Wilson) and David Wickert.
Ashley was a 2005 graduate of Madison High School. While in her senior year, she discovered early on a passion for helping others. She began working for the Madison Fire Department at...
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Sheila Davanaugh
May 17, 1939 - March 21, 2013
Sheila Smith Davanaugh, age 73, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013 at TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township. She was born May 17, 1939 in Cleveland to Dorothy Gallagher and Thomas F. Smith.
Sheila was a 1957 graduate of Beaumont High School after which she attended Ohio University. She worked as an Administrative Clerk at Stock Equipment for 25 years. Sheila loved her...
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June Korth
June 1, 1929 - March 21, 2013
June (Melcher) Korth, age 83 of Madison, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013 at TriPoint Medical Center. Born June 1, 1929 in Willoughby to Walter and Mina Melcher, she married Russell Korth on April 8, 1950.
Mrs. Korth was a member of Perry United Methodist Church. She sang in the Wesley Choir for almost sixty years and helped with Comfort Meals for many years. She graduated from Madison...
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Irene Bernatowicz
April 30, 1923 - March 17, 2013
Irene Bernatowicz, age 89, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013 at Lantern Of Madison in Madison. She was born April 30, 1923 in Greenfield Township, PA to Francis (Wisniewski) & Anthony Domeracki. She married Frederick Michael Bernatowicz in Erie, PA on August 11, 1945.
Irene was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and active with the Legion of Mary and Catholic Women's...
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Norman G. Tuuri
September 17, 1925 - March 15, 2013
Norman G. Tuuri of Madison went home to our Lord on March 15, 2013. He passed away peacefully at University Hospital in Cleveland.
Norm was born Sept. 17, 1925 in Painesville, Ohio to Helvi and Matt Tuuri and spent most of his life living in the Madison area. He had two brothers, Milton and Ralph, now both deceased.
Norm graduated from Madison Memorial High School in 1943 where he played...
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J. Larry Shindell
August 24, 1945 - March 9, 2013
J. Larry Shindell, age 67 of Madison, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 at University Hospitals in Cleveland. Born August 24, 1945 in Lancaster, PA to Doris C. (Bomberger) & Charles L. Shindell, Jr.
Larry was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Madison and was member of the Madison Historical Society. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Lake County YMCA. After...
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Charles "Chuck " Rapkin
May 29, 1960 - March 6, 2013
Charles P. "Chuck" Rapkin, age 52 of Perry, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at home. Born May 29, 1960 in Okinawa, Japan to Kazuko (Miagi) & Elliott Rapkin, he married Gloria McDonald in Mentor on September 4, 1981. Charles was a designer at Astro Model.
He was a 1978 Graduate of Euclid High School and enjoyed working on computers and cars.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Rapkin...
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David A Head
March 20, 1968 - March 2, 2013
David A. Head, age 44, of Madison passed away Saturday, March 2, 2013 at University Hospitals in Cleveland. Born March 20, 1968 in Euclid, he was the son of Sandra (Leininger) and David E. Head. He married Debbie Dodge on October 26, 1996. Dave was a confirmed member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Madison. An amazing husband, father, son, Dave enjoyed many things in life, Dave was an avid...
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Donna C Kovacs
August 13, 1959 - March 1, 2013
Donna C. Kovacs, age 53, of Painesville, and formerly of Madison, passed away Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland. She was born August 13, 1959 in Cleveland to Carol (Syner) & Fred McClung. Donna married Christopher S Kovacs, Sr. in Cleveland, Ohio on May 1, 1982. She was a member of Grand River Baptist Church and loved spending time with her grandchildren...
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Raymond J. Spangler
March 5, 1928 - February 28, 2013
Raymond J. Spangler, age 84, of Madison, Ohio passed away Thursday, February 28, 2013 at Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born March 5, 1928 in Cleveland to Julia (Gelle) & James R. Spangler. He married Linda Plumley in Cleveland, Ohio on November 25, 1969.
Raymond retired in 1981 as a Battalion Chief with the Cleveland Fire Department Battalion 6, serving on Engines 29, 30 and 31. He loved...
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Edith Helen Wilde
March 4, 1925 - February 27, 2013
Edith Helen Wilde passed away on February 27, 2013 at Four Seasons Hospice - Elizabeth House in Flat Rock North Carolina. She was born on March 4, 1925 to the late Edward and Mary Concoby Hietanen in Fairport Harbor, Ohio.
Mrs. Wilde graduated Fairport Harding High School and from Lake Erie College and taught first and second for 25 years in Madison Ohio mostly at Homer Nash Kimball. ...
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Charles E. Gustafson
February 27, 2013
Charles E. Gustafson, age 80, of Madison, Ohio passed away
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.
Chuck served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was an Insurance Agent for State Farm for 32 years.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Lou of Madison; 4 Children; 4 Step-Children,
14 Grandchildren and 2-Great Grandchildren.
A Graveside Service...
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Karen Messina
July 6, 1954 - February 25, 2013
Karen Messina, age 58, of Madison, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home with her husband and two children by her side after a 10 year battle with illness.
Karen was born July 6, 1954 in Johnstown, PA. She has lived in Madison for 32 years. Karen married the love of her life on November 23, 1974. She enjoyed cooking, shopping, exercising and...
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Anthony Miklavcic
June 7, 1920 - February 25, 2013
Anthony A. Miklavcic, age 92, of Thompson, Ohio, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013 at Chardon Healthcare. He was born June 7, 1920 in Cleveland to Rose (Hosta) & Frank Miklavcic. Anthony worked as a machinist at Tapco in Cleveland. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II in the Marshall Islands and enjoyed farming and gardening.
He is survived by his niece, Mary Jo...
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Ursula I Doland
November 20, 1928 - February 23, 2013
Ursula I. Doland, age 84, of Madison, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Rae Ann Skilled Nursing, Geneva, Ohio. She was born November 20, 1928 in Germany to Kaete (Gericke) & Otto Malzahn. She married American soldier, Sgt. William Doland in Berlin on August 26, 1947. Soon after immigrating to the United States, she became a naturalized US citizen. She was a former member of the...
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Irene Silliman
January 5, 1926 - February 21, 2013
Irene Silliman, age 87, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2013 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing and Rehab in Madison, Ohio. She was born January 5, 1926 in Champaign, Illinois to Matilda (Hettinger) & Sam Meeks.
Irene was the original founder of Operation Toasty Toes. She began the organization in 1997, when a grandson serving in the U.S. Navy requested her homemade...
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Evelyn C. Fike
August 6, 1930 - February 20, 2013
Evelyn C. Fike, age 82, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at her home in Madison surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 6, 1930 in Cleveland to Muriel (Boyd) & James Micco.
Evelyn was a bus driver for Madison local schools, worked at Mentor schools, and was a active member of Immaculate Conception Church where she volunteered at the gift shop and Rosary...
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Ray Miller
November 12, 1956 - February 19, 2013
Ray Miller, age 56, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born November 12, 1956 in Painesville to Estelle (Lehew) and Raymond G. Miller, Sr. He married Christine (Lesso) October 30, 1982 in Mentor.
A 1976 graduate of Painesville Harvey High School, Ray was the man in charge for the night shift at Giant Eagle in Painesville. He enjoyed walks...
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Patricia Ann Wheeler
February 16, 2013
Patricia Ann Wheeler, age 80, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2013 at home in Madison. She was born June 24, 1932 in Louisville to Marie (Fitzgerald) & Homer Zwick. She married Robert Wheeler in New York in 1990.
Patricia worked in management at Value City.
She is survived by daughter Jacqueline (Mike) Palmer of Canton, OH; sons, Rick (Bosh) Johnson of Madison, Randy ...
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Virginia E. Lane
February 15, 2013
Virginia E. Lane, age 89, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013. She was born November 17, 1923 in Horner, West Virginia
Virginia worked as a cashier supervisor for Pick and Pay before moving to California in 1963. She retired from Southern California United Food and Commercial Union in 1976. A resident of Paradise, CA for many years she was married to her Husband Walter...
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James Wellington Estes
July 15, 1939 - February 12, 2013
James Wellington Estes, age 73, of Deer Park, TX passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2013. A lifelong Cleveland area resident James moved to Texas in 2007. Born on July 13, 1939 in Cleveland he was the son of Bertha (Linek) and Harold Estes.
James was the youngest First Class Engineer for the City of Cleveland and had certifications in Private, Commercial Twin Engine, and as a Private Instructor...
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William Bill Dotson
February 11, 2013
William J. "Bill" Dotson, age 28, a resident of Thompson, passed away Monday, February 11, 2013, at home. He was born January 18, 1985 in Painesville, to Bonnie Hutson and William Dotson.
Bill worked for his father's construction business. He enjoyed video games, working out and cooking. He loved to gaze at the night sky, and had an interest in computer programming.
He is survived by his...
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Richard Michael (Mike) Frye
July 9, 1965 - February 9, 2013
Richard Michael (Mike) Frye
Mike (born July 9, 1965 in Euclid OH) passed away February 9, 2013 in Eustis, FL with his wife Dianna (who supported him every step as he courageously fought his battle with cancer) and his daughter Amber at his side. Mike and Dianna were married for almost 27 years and have four children.
Mike was a former Marine, an owner/operator with U.S. Express and...
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Arthur Elliott
September 29, 1942 - February 4, 2013
Arthur Elliott, age 70, of Jefferson, Ohio, passed away Monday, February 4, 2013. He was born September 29, 1942 in Painesville to Cora Mildred (Goldsmith) & Arthur James Elliott.
He was a dog handler/trainer and expert marksman in the US Army serving in Korea. Arthur had worked at Coe Manufacturing in Painesville, True Temper in Geneva and most recently for RMI in Ashtabula. He loved...
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Robin Ruscitti
February 14, 1953 - January 28, 2013
Robin Ruscitti, age 59, of Rock Creek, passed away Monday, January 28, 2013. She was born February 14, 1953 in Cleveland, Ohio to Carlie Ann (Wheeler) & James Malone. She married Edward Ruscitti on September 27, 2003, in Ashtabula, Ohio. Robin was employed in human resources at Interdesign in Solon, Ohio and had worked as a secretary for the DEA. She was a kind and caring person who loved...
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Kenneth Greathouse
December 30, 1937 - January 26, 2013
Kenneth E. Greathouse, 75, of Madison, passed away Saturday, January 26, 2013, at his residence. Born December 30, 1937, in Ronda, West Virginia. Before settling in Madison, Ohio he had lived in Kirtland, Ohio, Richmond, Virginia and Aurora, Ohio.
Mr. Greathouse worked at Sany Metal Corporation for 26 years and then worked at Figgie International for 9 years.
He loved taking care of his...
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William Bill Bagshaw
January 29, 1931 - January 24, 2013
William "Bill" Bagshaw, age 81, of Madison, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born January 29, 1931 in Cleveland to Rose M. (Stafanic) & William E. Bagshaw and married Nancy Roberts on October 29, 1971 in Timberlake. Bill was a carpenter with Local #95. A 1949 graduate of Willoughby Union High School, Bill served in the US Army during the Korean War and...
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Helen E Reinbrecht
September 3, 1924 - January 24, 2013
Helen E. Reinbrecht, age 88, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013. Wife of the late Robert Reinbrecht; daughter of the late Maria (Panecassio) & Giuseppe Iannicca; devoted mother of Mary Jo (Frank) Tropiano, Gloria (Blain) Daugherty, Claudia Lanese, Bill (Jan) Becay, & Ted (Tracey) Reinbrecht; grandmother of Frank, Bill, Dominic, Mike, Angelo, Mike & Joe; great-grandmother of Bill & Joe;...
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Bobby Clark Scott
February 18, 1930 - January 22, 2013
Bobby Clark Scott, age 82, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at home. He was born February 18, 1930 in White County TN to Lola C. (Burgess) & Waymon Clark Scott and married Shirley Higginbotham in Willoughby on August 9, 1959. Bobby was an Inspector for Rotor Tool. He enjoyed bowling with his grandsons, fishing and camping.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Scott of...
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Dorothy McGonnell
July 18, 1921 - January 20, 2013
Dorothy M. McGonnell, age 91, of North Perry, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Lake Med Nursing Home in Painesville. She was born July 18, 1921 in Rome, New York to Grace (West) & Roger Barr. Dorothy married Thomas McGonnell on February 18, 1953.
She was the manager at AAA for 25 years. Dorothy was a 1939 graduate of Utica Free Academy. She was a 55 year member of the Perry First...
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Donald M. Ramsey
January 16, 2013
Donald M. Ramsey, age 97, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Lake Health Medical Center-Madison Campus, in Madison, Ohio. He was born April 12, 1915 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Marie (Stuart) & William P. Ramsey. Donald married Helen Stoehr in Pittsburgh, PA on September 16, 1952.
Donald was a Sales Rep. for U.S. Steel for 35 years. He served in the U.S. Army...
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Mary Ashton
August 25, 1918 - January 16, 2013
Mary P. Ashton, age 94, passed away January 16, 2013, peacefully with her sons present at her home which she shared with her son and daughter-in-law in Madison, Ohio. She was born August 25, 1918 in Cleveland, Ohio and attended school at John Adams.
Mary and her husband, Leo, built and created their bakery "Leo's Bakery" in Mentor-on-the-Lake and conducted business there for 20 years. She...
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Robert Taylor
April 24, 1956 - January 16, 2013
Robert Taylor, age 56, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013, in Cleveland. He was a resident of North Perry, OH. He was born April 24, 1956 in Painesville, OH, to Delores (Keener) and Samuel Arthur Taylor.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years Kelly (Bailey) Taylor of North Perry; daughters Angie (Matt) Street of Powell, Bobbi (Chris) Collins of Perry; son Sam (Jen) Taylor of Perry;...
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Rose Sistek
November 4, 1911 - January 12, 2013
Rose Sistek, Age 101, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013 at her son's home. She was born November 4, 1911 in Coraopolis, PA to Mary (Brusta) and James Placek. Rose married James Sistek in Cleveland on November 9, 1931.
She is survived by her children, James R. (Connie) Sistek, William C. (Lynn) Sistek and Betty Oakman; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ...
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Robert E. Blake
August 29, 1925 - January 10, 2013
Robert E. Blake, age 87, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday January 10, 2013. He was born August 29, 1925, in Detroit, to Dolly Elizabeth & William Earnest Blake. Robert was a Welder Serviceman and Machine Repairman. He was in the US Navy from 1942-1946, and was affiliated with the Remember When Band, Porter's Fun bunch, and was an amateur radio operator. He is survived by Daughters Pamela...
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Don E Stallard
August 26, 1928 - January 8, 2013
Don E. Stallard, Age 84, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing And Rehab in Madison, OHIO.
Born August 26, 1928 in Gate City, Virginia to Geneva Jane (Wilhelm) & Dewey Hobart Stallard he married Carol June Taylor on December 30, 1950.
Don worked as a Chemist for Diamond Shamrock for 33 years, retiring in 1983.
He served in the U.S. Army...
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Marie Malkamaki
April 27, 1932 - January 6, 2013
Marie Malkamaki, Age 80, resident of Madison, Ohio since 1940, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013 Regency Hospital in Cleveland, OH
Born April 27, 1932 in Hacker Valley, West Virginia to Maude Grace (Davidson) & Cecil Guy Claypool; married Arnold Malkamaki in Fairport, Ohio on June 5, 1954
She worked for Citizens Bank for 11 years, Bukky Construction for 10 years and Century 21Launders...
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Evan Mehall
August 13, 1938 - January 2, 2013
Evan Mehall, Age 74, of Eastlake, Ohio, formerly of South Fork, PA, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2013 Lake West Hospital in Willoughby, OH
Born August 13, 1938 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Frances & Evan Mehall
Evan was a Foreman at the former Bailey Controls in Wickliffe
He was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Willowick. Evan was very giving man and was generous...
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Edward Hudgens
April 14, 1922 - January 1, 2013
HUDGENS, Dr. Edward D., Jr., age 90 of Oberlin and formerly of Madison, passed away, Tuesday, January 1, 2013. Born April 14, 1922 in Grand Bay, Alabama to Nola (Owensby) & Edward Hudgens, Sr., he married Lorna LaWand on June 1, 1948. He was a general practice physician in Madison from 1954-1979. Dr. Hudgens was a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and served in the U. S. Coast Guard in...
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Edward D Hudgens, Jr.
April 14, 1922 - January 1, 2013
Dr. Edward D. Hudgens, Jr., Age 90, of Oberlin, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 Kendall at Oberlin in Oberlin, OH.
Born April 14, 1922 in Grand Bay, Alabama to Nola (Owensby) & Edward Hudgens, Sr.; married Lorna LaWand on June 1, 1948 in Painesville, Ohio
Dr. Hudgens was a General Practice doctor in Madison from 1954- 1979
Dr. Hudgens was a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard...
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Jerry W Burns
July 30, 1948 - January 1, 2013
Jerry W. Burns, Age 64, of Perry, Ohio, formerly of Dallas, Texas, Passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at home.
Born July 30, 1948 in Madison, WV, to Marie (Jarrell) & Harold Burns; married Gretchen Vogel in Madison on 2/1/1969
Jerry worked for Diamond Shamrock/Occidental Chemical as a CPA for 43 years
1966 Graduate of Madison High School, received his BA from Lake Erie College and...
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Genevieve Gregory
April 12, 1923 - January 1, 2013
Genevieve A. Gregory, Age 89, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing And Rehab in Madison.
Born April 12, 1923 in Madison, Ohio to Hattie (Price) & Harry Hagerdon; she married Donald Gregory on April 19, 1947 in Madison
1941 Graduate of Madison High School. Member of Central Congregational Church where she was a member of the Mary Martha...
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Jeffery M Loxterman
November 4, 1955 - December 30, 2012
Jeffery M. Loxterman, age 57, passed away in New Mexico on December 30, 2012.
He was born November 4, 1955 in Painesville, Ohio and graduated from Riverside High School in Painesville in 1974.
Jeff served his country honorably for 17 years; first as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division out of Fort Bragg, and then as Staff Sergeant with the US Army Special Forces Command. As a...
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Richard E. Caldwell
June 26, 1946 - December 30, 2012
Richard E. Caldwell took his first breath on June 26, 1946 and his last on December 30, 2012 when God decided to grant him his early retirement.
The husband of 28 years to Rebecca (Garry), they made their home in Madison where he enjoyed taking care of their seven kitties.
Richard had his eye on retirement after working nearly every day since the ground breaking heart surgery he had at age...
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Marion "Sam" Harless
November 25, 1940 - December 21, 2012
Marion "Sam" Harless, age 72, resident of Madison,
passed away, Friday, December 21, 2012 at his home.
He was born November 25, 1940 in Proctorsville, Ohio, the son of Dora (Smith) and Hubert Calvin Harless.
He married Carole Bird on September 17, 1960 in West Virginia.
Sam retired from Morton Salt in 2005. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.
He...
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Charles "Chuck" Richards
February 15, 1940 - December 20, 2012
Charles "Chuck" Richards, age 72
resident of Painesville, Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2012
at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing And Rehab in Madison, Ohio.
He was born February 15, 1940 in New York to Mary (Reiner) & Phillip Charles Richards.
Chuck served in the US Navy stationed in Hawaii. He married Judy (McElhaney), his childhood sweetheart on November 28, 1959 and worked as...
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Dixie Clark
June 7, 1963 - December 19, 2012
Dixie Clark Age 49, resident of Madison, Ohio,
passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2012.
She was born on June 7, 1963 in Chickasha, OK to Reba (Ward) & Charles E. Heald.
A graduate of Riverside High School Dixie never missed the opportunity to visit a garage sale. She loved spending time with her family and her children meant everything to her.
She is survived by:
Sons; Marcus...
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Dorothy Ann Peterson
September 14, 1924 - December 12, 2012
Dorothy Ann Peterson, Age 88, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2012 Lantern of Madison. She was a longtime resident of Leroy Twp., moving to Madison 20 years ago.
Born September 14, 1924 in Cleveland to Rose (Turk) & John Zaitz
Marriage Information: Dorothy married Jack Peterson in Cleveland, Ohio on April 11, 1942
Memberships and Affiliations: Dorothy retired from Bailey Meter as an...
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Randy F Johnson
July 23, 1947 - December 10, 2012
Randy F. Johnson, Age 65, of Madison, passed away Monday, December 10, 2012.
Born July 23, 1947 in Bellaire, Ohio, to Ora (Hess) & Voyne Johnson.
After high school, Randy served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked as a postman in Willoughby until 2007. Randy had many wonderful friends and he was an avid Cleveland sports fan. He took great pride in taking care of his...
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Scot J Hesketh
September 14, 1957 - December 7, 2012
Scot J. Hesketh, Age 55, of Rome, Ohio, passed away Friday, December 7, 2012.
Born September 14, 1957 in Washington, DC to Emma (Nettles) & Raymond L. Hesketh.
He enjoyed working with his crew at Avery Dennison. His favorite saying was "I love my job." Scot was hard working and enjoyed motorcycles and snow and water skiing. The love of his life was his fianceé, Sharon and he especially...
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Thomas Cichy
September 21, 1951 - December 5, 2012
Thomas Cichy, Age 61, of Ashtabula , passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012 David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland,
Born September 21, 1951 in Ashtabula, to Lottie (Prokop) & Melvin Cichy; he married Patty Blum on August 2, 1986 in Saybrook.
He worked in Quality Assurance at Lincoln Electric
Tom was a 1969 Graduate of Edgewood High and served in the U.S. Air Force stationed in...
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James "Jay" Marino
March 18, 1941 - December 4, 2012
James "Jay" Gary Marino, Age 71, of Perry, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2012 Madison Health Care in Madison.
Born March 18, 1941 in Cleveland, to Phyllis (Thomas) and Anthony Marino, he married Karen Soblesky on December 1, 1962 in Cleveland Heights.
Jay liked talking to friends and strangers alike and always had a funny story to tell. He loved his family, horse farm, and...
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Roger L Cover
June 20, 1936 - November 30, 2012
Roger L. Cover, age 76 of Geneva, passed away Friday, November 30, 2012 at Hospice of the Western Reserve, Cleveland. Ohio. Private Family Services will be observed.
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Robert "Bob" Rought
July 31, 1930 - November 29, 2012
Robert A. "Bob" Rought, age 82, of Perry, Ohio, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township, Ohio.
Born July 31, 1930 in Painesville, Ohio, he was a lifelong Perry resident and a graduate of Perry High School. Bob was drafted into the Army from 1951 until 1953, at that time he and his father started Rought's Poultry Farm. In...
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Grace June McClelland
June 27, 1935 - November 29, 2012
Grace June McClelland, age 77, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2012 Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing And Rehab in Madison, OH.
Born June 27, 1935 in Willoughby to Grace (Osborne) & Charles McClelland
Grace was a member of First Baptist Church of Willowick where she was active helping with Sunday School classes. She loved knitting and shared her talents creating gifts for...
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James "Leroy" "Andy" Anderson
August 18, 1927 - November 27, 2012
James Walter "Leroy" Andy" Anderson Age 85
Resident of Perry, Ohio since his marriage to Ruth Averill on February 14, 1953
Passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at home.
Born August 18, 1927 in Grassflat, PA, to Mary (Anderson) & Arnold Anderson
Andy served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was passionate about his recent Honor Flight experience. Andy worked as a First Mate...
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Jean M. Hatch
July 19, 1933 - November 26, 2012
Jean M. Hatch, Age 79, former resident of Geneva and Madison, passed away Monday, November 26, 2012 Golden Living Center-Western Reserve in Kirtland, OH.
Born July 19, 1933 in Madison to Twila (Ross) & Clarence James Hatch
Jean was a Licensed Practical Nurse at Lake East Hospital from 1952 retiring in 1983. She was a former member of the Licensed Practical Nurse Association of Lake County...
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Bernice "Bea" Marquis
June 1, 1920 - November 25, 2012
Bernice "Bea" M. Marquis, age 92, a resident of Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully Monday, November 26, 2012, at Rae-Ann Geneva Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Geneva.
Bea was born June 1, 1920 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Jenny (Peterson) Volante; her husband, Donald Marquis; daughter, Linda (Matteson) Price; daughter-in-law, Carmel...
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John Freyhauf
September 12, 1918 - November 22, 2012
John Freyhauf, age 94, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 22, 2012 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing Home and Rehab. In Madison, Ohio.
Born September 12, 1918 in Cleveland, Ohio to Annie (Nemec) and James Freyhauf and married Margaret Mack.
John was a 1936 Graduate of East Tech. He served in the US Navy in WWII in the South Pacific. John enjoyed playing golf, bowling,...
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Marilyn Mae Reese
December 18, 1930 - November 22, 2012
Marilyn Mae Reese, age 81, resident of Madison, Ohio,
passed away Thursday, November 22, 2012 at The Lantern Assisted Living in Madison.
She was born December 18, 1930 in Cleveland to Harriett (Pettit) and Ernest Wickert.
Marilyn married William Charles Reese on October 28, 1950 at the First Baptist Church, in Madison.
Marilyn owned and operated Reese's Auto with her husband for 41...
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Linda Marie Gray Toivola
October 9, 1958 - November 20, 2012
Linda Marie Gray Toivola, age 54, resident of Madison,
passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012 in Madison.
Linda was born October 9, 1958 in Boston, Mass to Betty A. (Irwin) & John J. Gray.
She married Tom Toivola.
She was a 1976 Graduate of Perry High School. For the past several years she has enjoyed being a caretaker for her mother. Linda enjoyed riding motorcycles with her husband,...
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Lois Bush
April 18, 1930 - November 20, 2012
Funeral services for Lois Bush, 82, of Madison, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012, at Chapel United Methodist Church, 2019 Hubbard Road, Madison.
Mrs. Bush passed away Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012, at TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township.
Born April 18, 1930, to Pearl (Votaw) and O. Lawrence Fittro, she married O. Kenneth Bush Jr. in Warren on March 28, 1952.
Lois was Volunteer of the...
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Marjorie D. Sanchez
November 20, 2012
Marjorie D. Sanchez, age 82, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Born March 17, 1930 in Wooster to the late Marjorie (Mulharin) & Edward Hill. Wife of the late, Justo Perez Sanchez; mother of Edward Mulharin & James Limoli, Rosemary (David) Schestag, Patricia Limoli & Eileen (Jeff) Housden; grandmother of Conrad, Brad, Mike (Kara), Audrey (Dale), Jill (Victor), Renee,...
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Charles "Chuck" Irwin
December 13, 1941 - November 14, 2012
Charles "Chuck" Irwin, Age 70, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at home.
Born December 13, 1941 in Blandburg, PA, to Edith (Riggs) & Sanford Eugene Irwin; married Barbara Giffin in Cleveland on August 31, 1963.
He worked at the Perry Power Plant, retiring in 2000. Chuck was an avid hunter and enjoyed hunting with his sons Mike and Jim. He was especially proud...
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Dolores A Knuth
November 9, 2012
Dolores A. Knuth, Age 83, of Roaming Shores, Ohio, passed away Friday, November 9, 2012 University Hospitals of Cleveland.
Born January 26, 1929 in Steubenville, OH, to Elodia & Joseph Gallupoli; married Norman Knuth in Garfield Heights, OH on September 20, 1954
She was a homemaker and musician. In 1954 Dolores, stage name "Dee Gallo" met the love of her life, Norm when she won a singing...
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Betty L Smith
August 31, 1935 - November 5, 2012
Betty L. Smith, Age 77, resident of Thompson, Ohio since 1958, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, November 5, 2012 after a hard fought battle with cancer.
Born August 31, 1935 in Marietta to Louise (Nutter) & Martin Glenn Patterson; married Paul Smith, Sr. in Marietta, Ohio on November 21, 1954.
Betty was Personnel Manager for R. W. Sidley from 1962-1982 and was...
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Leora P. Murray
September 9, 1932 - November 2, 2012
Leora P. Murray ,age 80, of Madison, passed away Friday, November 2, 2012 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord.
Born September 9, 1932 in Tunnelton, West Virginia to Ruby Irene (Hayes) & Asa Ellsworth Britton.
She was a member of New Day Christian Church. An avid Bingo Player, cooked at Hi Truck Restaurant and worked at the former Gary Allen's Sportswear in Painesville. She had a passion...
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John A Kangas
January 6, 1925 - November 1, 2012
John A. Kangas, Age 87, of Painesville, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2012 TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township,
Born January 6, 1925 in Painesville to Amelia (Kalio) & Augusta Kangas; married Ellen Burtt on June 7, 1945 in Painesville, Ohio
Occupation; John retired from the Ohio Rubber Company after 40 years of service.
John was proud to have served in the US Army...
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Robert P Wilson
March 4, 1926 - October 29, 2012
Robert P. Wilson, Age 86, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Monday, October 29, 2012 at home.
Born March 4, 1926 in Portage, PA, to C. Hazel (Hinkledire) & Roy C. Wilson; married Norma E. Kring on July 28, 1947 in Cumberland, MD.
Robert was a member of Civilian Conservation Corp and joined the military at a young age serving with the U.S. Navy Seabees in the South Pacific during World War...
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Matt A Webb
July 6, 1969 - October 27, 2012
Matt A. Webb, Age 43, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2012.
Born July 6, 1969, in Madison, to Jean (Markgraf) & William Webb
A talented musician, Matt's passion for singing and songwriting began at an early age. He enjoyed traveling the country in pursuit of a good concert. Matt had many wonderful friends in the Madison area and could often be seen performing around...
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Bobby Ray Mason
November 30, 1935 - October 27, 2012
Name: Bobby Ray Mason, Age 76, of Madison, passed away: Saturday, October 27, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born November 30, 1935 in Huntington, W.VA to Macie (Adkins) & Everett Mason; married Naomia Carter at Stephenson, W. Virginia on April 21, 1954.
He had been a Supervisor at Dana Corp. 1951 Graduate of Huntington. Enjoyed camping, sports, woodworking and...
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Raymond Shortie Cromwell
February 11, 1918 - October 22, 2012
Raymond John "Shortie" Cromwell, of Madison passed away Monday, October 22, 2012, surrounded by his family. Raymond was born in Ashtabula, Ohio on February 11, 1918. He lived in Madison, Ohio for over 65 years.
Raymond was an electrical engineer. He retired from Uniroyal in Painesville.
Raymond enjoyed traveling, especially in Canada. He took his family on many vacations, first by...
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Euretta "Retta" Bunnell
May 2, 1927 - October 18, 2012
Euretta "Retta" G Bunnell, Age 85, passed away Thursday, October 18, 2012 in Painesville, Ohio.
Born May 2, 1927 in Painesville, Ohio to Gertrude (Lawrence) & Arthur Kennett she married Ralph Bunnell on 8/17/1946.
She was a LPN at the NEO Hospital for 22 years retiring in 1984.
1946 Graduate of Perry High School. Retta was a member of the Perry United Methodist Church. She enjoyed...
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Donald Marquis
December 23, 1925 - October 12, 2012
Donald Marquis, 86, of Madison passed away peacefully on October 12, 2012 at University Hospital in Geneva.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Bernice, stepchildren Joyce (Al) Perry of Evansville, IN and Robin Matteson of Beaufort, SC and his grandsons Chris and John Perry, Aaron and Tyson Rayburn, and Cory Matteson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sydney and Daisy (Smith)...
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Helen Elizabeth Waite
September 4, 1919 - October 12, 2012
Helen Elizabeth Waite, age 93, resident of Madison, Ohio,
passed away Friday, October 12, 2012 at Geneva Retirement Village in Geneva, Ohio.
She was born September 4, 1919 in Huntingdon Pennsylvania, to Mareda (McElwee) & Albert Donelson.
Helen married Boyd Waite on May 14, 1942 in Hagerstown Maryland.
She was a homemaker.
Mrs. Waite was a member of The Ashtabula First Community Church...
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Ronald A Smith
November 30, 1949 - October 9, 2012
Ronald A. Smith, Age 62, of Perry, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2012 Lewis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland, OH.
Born November 30, 1949 in Painesville, Ohio to Margaret Janice (Ross) & Alvin Wayne Smith
He was an Operating Engineer
Ron was a 1968 Graduate of Riverside High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran and was proud of his participation in the Lake County VA Vietnam...
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Winnette "Winnie" Pretz
January 24, 1928 - October 9, 2012
Winnette "Winnie" Pretz, Age 84, of Perry, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2012 Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing And Rehab in Madison, OH.
Born January 24, 1928 in Jefferson, Pennsylvania to Lela (Harris) & Benjamin Crable
Winnie was a homemaker.
Winnie was baptized at First Christian Church in Morgantown, WV. She had a love of plants and soap operas. She had a special bond with...
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Shawn Kingus
September 16, 1969 - October 7, 2012
Shawn Kingus, Age 43, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2012.
Born September 16, 1969 in Madison to Joanne Carol (Swartz) & Richard Francis Kingus.
He was a mechanic for Firestone in Concord.
Shawn served in the US Army during Operation Desert Storm. He was a history buff who loved life. A free spirit, he had a passion for golfing and enjoyed bicycling. An avid...
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