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NAME: Ronald J. Morgan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: A memorial gathering for Ronald J. Morgan, Sr., 72, of Eastlake, will be held from 12:00-3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Ron passed away peacefully at his residence Wednesday, March 10, 2010. He was born September 14, 1937 in Youngstown, the son of Albert and Agnes Wilson Morgan. He graduated from Willoughby Union High School in 1957 and attended Defiance College. Ron was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He was an active member of the Sons of the American Revolution, the Ohio Genealogical Society, the Lake County Genealogical Society, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Northeast Ohio Civil War Roundtable, and was a cherished member of the Brothers of Ivory Mountain. He was a loving father, grandfather and friend whose humorous anecdotes and outgoing personality will be missed by many. Ron was a self-employed carpenter whose handiwork has been appreciated in many fine local homes. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Margaret “Peg” Sarns Morgan; children, Denise Morgan, Lisa (Jim) Jaggers, Ronald J. (Christi) Morgan, Jr., David J. (Lauri) Morgan and Megan (Sam) Ritchie; grandchildren, Nadine (James) White, Wren (Dennis) LaPorte, Storm Evans, Olivia and Lyle Jaggers, Tristan and Alex Morgan, and Morgan and Logan Ritchie; great-grandchildren, Lydia, Asher, Nineveh and Malachi White, Jillian LaPorte and his brother, Brent (Sharon) Morgan of Hanover County, Virginia. His parents preceded him in death. Friends will be received after the gathering at Willoughby Hills Community Center, 35400 Chardon Road. Memorial donations may be made in care of the family.



NAME: Betty W. Wollpert
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Betty Wollpert Private family services will be held for Betty (White) Wollpert, 90, of Kirtland. Mrs. Wollpert passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at her home. Born January 12, 1920 in Wickliffe, she has been a lifelong Lake County resident, living in Kirtland for the past 50 years. Mrs. Wollpert was a graduate of Wickliffe High School, class of 1938, and then earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology from Ohio University. She later received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Michigan University. She enjoyed golfing, traveling, painting, volunteering at the Kirtland Public Library and spending time with her family. Mrs. Wollpert was employed in the Medical Laboratory at the former Lake County Memorial Hospitals for ten years. She then started the Medical Laboratory Technician program at Lakeland Community College, and continued teaching there until her retirement in 1982. She is survived by her daughters, LuAnn (Tom) Hiser of Gibsonburg, Vicki Wollpert of Wickliffe and Bonnie (Blase) Budziak of Kirtland and grandson, Brent Hiser. Her husband of 44 years, Fred “Fritz” Wollpert, passed away in 1993. Her parents, Howard and Grace White and brother, Martin White are also deceased. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Kirtland Public Library, 9267 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, 44094. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Elmer W. Gerwin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Elmer W. Gerwin, 92, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Thursday, March 4, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Gerwin passed away Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Fairmount Health Center in Willoughby. Born June 3, 1917 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Kirtland resident before moving to Breckenridge Village in Willoughby four years ago. He was a lifelong, active member of Nottingham Baptist Church in Willoughby Hills, where he served through the years as Church treasurer and as a Deacon. He was an avid reader and enjoyed listening to classical music. Mr. Gerwin was employed by the Sherwin-Williams Company in Cleveland, retiring in the early 1980’s with more than 30 years of service. He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Garnet L. (Maple) Gerwin and children, David Gerwin of Fayetteville, Georgia and Lois Gerwin of Willoughby. He also leaves four grandchildren and their families. His daughter, Ruth Ann Gerwin, passed away in 1952. His parents, Adolph and Anna (Sprung) Gerwin, brother, Harold Gerwin and sister, Joy Long are also deceased. Friends may call from 10-11 AM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. David Chapman of Nottingham Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Nottingham Baptist Church, 2921 Bishop Road, Willoughby Hills, 44092 or the Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Herbert L. Adams
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Herbert L. Adams, 80, of Euclid, will be 11 AM Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Adams passed away Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born May 5, 1929 in Duquesne, Pennsylvania, he was a resident of Willoughby for 35 years before moving to Euclid 27 years ago. He was United States Army veteran, serving with the 82nd Airborne Division, discharged as a Private First Class in 1947. He enjoyed playing with and walking his dog, Ringo. Mr. Adams was a machinist for the former Addressograph-Multigraph Corporation in Euclid for 22 years, and then was employed as a dock worker with Spector Freight and later Lyons Transportation. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Clara N. (Price) Adams, a retiree of the General Electric Corporation Willoughby Quartz Plant, who cared for him at home up until one week ago. He is also survived by his children, Mark T. (Tina) Adams of Hambden Township, Cathy Adams of Willoughby, Herbert K. (Linda) Adams of Geneva and Jerry Adams of Eastlake; grandchildren, Blaine (Stephanie) Adams, Carolyn Adams, Timothy Adams, Jerry Adams, Jr., Derek Tressler, Jonathan Adams and Brittany Adams, and six great grandchildren. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His parents, Leslie and Erda (Mowry) Adams and siblings, Virginia Turacy, Helen Swisher, William Adams, Shirley Kite, Orville Adams, Robert Adams, Ronald Adams and Donald Adams are all deceased. The family will receive friends from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Tom Fowler, Pastor of Visitation at Willoughby Hills Friends Church will officiate at the service. Private interment will be in Hambden Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Eleanor M. Zimmerman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Eleanor M. Zimmerman Memorial services for Eleanor M. Zimmerman, 89, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 11 AM Monday, March 1, 2010 at Grace Episcopal Church, 36200 Ridge Road, Willoughby. Mrs. Zimmerman passed away Thursday, February 25, 2010 at Euclid Hospital. Born June 26, 1920 in Cleveland, she had lived in Lake County for the past 57 years. She was an active member of Grace Episcopal Church in Willoughby and the Willowick Senior Citizens Center. She is survived by her children, Diana Jean (Thomas) Stucky of Fremont, Ohio and David (Deborah) Zimmerman and Debra L. Zimmerman, both of Willoughby; grandchildren, Janet (Daniel) Smith, Kristan (Douglas) Payne, Thomas (Michelle) Stucky, Karla (Douglas) Zargari and Julie (Anthony) Marconi; nine great grandchildren; sister, Edna Thomsen and brother, Charles Sewell. Her husband, Leo R. Zimmerman, Jr. and parents, Charles and Helen (Stanley) Sewell are deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-5 PM Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. James Gossett Greer will officiate at the service.



NAME: Mabel A. White
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Mabel A. (Stollings) White, 81, of Mentor, will be 11 AM Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. White passed away Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing Home in Madison Township. Born April 10, 1928 in Hewett, West Virginia, she was a longtime Cleveland area resident, moving to Mentor in 1972. She loved music, and formerly sang in a Gospel quartet with her sisters. She also enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren. Mrs. White was employed as a tester at the General Electric Lamp Division in Cleveland for 25 years and later worked at the Deli counter at K-Mart in Eastlake. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Emma Allen of Montville Township; grandchildren, J.D. (Lisa) Allen of Painesville and Dena (Todd) Sale of Mentor; great-grandchildren, Austin Sale, Dylan Sale and Devin Allen. She also leaves her nieces and nephews and their families and a host of friends. Her son, Jerry passed away in December, 2007 and her daughter, Mae, passed away at birth. Her parents, Joe and Minnie Stollings, sisters, Isolene Burgess and Faye Ball and brothers, Leonard Belcher, Edsel Belcher, Charles Stollings and Ray Stollings and former husbands, Arvel Allen and Ralph White are also deceased. Friends may call from 10-11 AM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. C. Darryl Lynn of Painesville Church of God will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township.



NAME: Eileen P. Thompson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Committal services for Eileen P. Thompson, 90, of Willoughby Hills, will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, Feb. 22, at Whitehaven Cemetery Chapel, 615 SOM Center Rd, Mayfield Village. Mrs. Thompson died at her home Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010. She was born Feb. 1, 1920 in Cleveland. She graduated from Collinwood High School in Cleveland, and earned her nurse’s degree from the St. Vincent Charity Hospital School of Nursing in 1941. She served in the US Army Nurses Corps as a Second Lieutenant during World War II and received an honorable discharge. She married Denzil Thompson in 1942, and they enjoyed 54 years of happiness before his death in 1996. She was a great cook, and her recipes, especially her “Crazy Cake” were a hit with everyone. She was an avid reader as well, and kept up her physical fitness regimen even during her illnesses and senior years. Eileen worked as a registered nurse at Lake West Hospital for 22 years. She is survived by her daughters Kathy S. (Larry) Mominey and Nancy A. (Larry) Reed; sons, Dennis J. (Yelena), James W. (Laurie) and David R. (Deborah) Thompson; 11 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be sent to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106.



NAME: Ruth L. Wickert
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Ruth L. (Hulsizer) Wickert, 90, of Leroy Township, a homemaker, will be 1:30 PM Monday, February 22, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Wickert passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010 at her home, with her daughter and son-in-law at her side. Born March 17, 1919 in Plains, Pennsylvania, she lived in Mentor for 52 years, before moving to Leroy Township nine years ago. She is survived by her children, George (Linda) Wickert of Cicero, New York and June (Edward) Hugus of Leroy Township; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Her husband of 53 years, Millard passed away February 22, 1992. Her parents, Asher and Augusta Hulsizer, and brothers, Donald, Ralph and Alvin Hulsizer are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-6:30 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. Her daughter, June, would like to express her eternal gratitude to her loving husband, who was by her side supporting her and helping her care for her mom. The family would also like to express special appreciation to the Leroy Township Fire Department Rescue Squad for their service over the past several years.



NAME: Martha Gallo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Martha Gallo, 89, of Wickliffe, will be at noon Saturday, Feb. 20, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Gallo died at Hillcrest Hospital on Tuesday, Feb, 16. She was born Feb. 23, 1920 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of Joseph and Francis Jablonski Bruder. She married John Gallo in 1940, and he died in 2002 after enjoying 62 years of marriage together. Martha loved to be with her family and look after their needs. She is survived by her daughter Janet (Thomas) Brenkus; son Bill (Ann) Gallo; grandchildren Bill (Melissa), Mark and Kelly; great-grandchildren Erik, Hayley, Mackenzie, Montana, Jacob and Joshua; and sister Josephine Gartroza. Besides her husband, Martha was preceded by her sisters Rose Oberstar and Stephanie Grandijan, her brother Leo Bruder, and her parents. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Pastor Robert D. Schuler will officiate. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations may be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church in Martha’s name.



NAME: Thomas C. Zirkle
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral Services for Thomas C. Zirkle, 82, of Willoughby, will be held at 11 AM Monday, February 22, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township, following the funeral service. The Rev. Ben Van Kuren of Willoughby Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Thomas departed this life on Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at his home after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born September 3, 1927 in Logan, West Virginia, a son of the late Aubrey and Fonnie (Browning) Zirkle. He loved garage sales, old cars, gardening, his wife, three children, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and the rest of his family. Thomas retired from the automotive industry in 1990 with 50 years of service. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 57 years, Christena (Hager) Zirkle, his children, Charles (Joann) Zirkle of Chesterland, and their son Eric, Dinah Zirkle-Hall (Joe) of Chardon, and her children Kelley-Jo (Jon) Godbold of Utah, and Chuck (Shannon Myers) Kaufman of Painesville, Thomas (Gayle) Zirkle of Leroy and their daughters, Katie (Bobby Gray) Zirkle, and Rebecca Zirkle, along with his two great-grandchildren, Landon Thomas, and Ashlyn Dinah Godbold, and three sisters. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Hughey Ab Zirkle, and sisters, Fonnie G Zirkle-Carlton, and Edna Perloux. Friends may call from 2-5 PM Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, 44060-1830.



NAME: Polina Eggers
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Polina Eggers Services for Polina (Crawford) Eggers, 80, of Willoughby Hills, a homemaker, will be 9 AM Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Eggers passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at her home. Born August 19, 1929 in Greenup, Kentucky, she had lived in Willoughby Hills for the past 25 years. Her greatest joys in life were taking care of her home and family. She is survived by her children, Hazel Hamilton and Janet Pavlik, both of Mentor, J.R. (Pam) Eggers of Cleveland and Betty (John) Denholm of Willoughby; 17 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and their families; siblings, Susan Johnson of Greenup, Ken., Clyde Crawford of Indianapolis, Ind. and Lucy Mills of Mentor. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families, and extended family members of her late husband, Frank. Her husband of 42 years, Frank, passed away July 22, 1986 and her son, Raymond passed away in 1987. Her siblings, Newton Crawford, Charles Crawford, Mary Campbell, Esther Crawford and Ann Flannery and companion, Carl Fulkrod are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119-1930.



NAME: Luella M. Ruzicka
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Luella M. Ruzicka, 87, of Concord Twp., will be at 6:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Ruzicka died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010 in Mentor. She was born May 31, 1922 in Cleveland, the daughter of Arthur and Myrta Mae Davis Reed. Luella graduated from John Adams High School in Cleveland in 1940. She married George J. Ruzicka Oct. 21, 1941, and they raised their family in Orange Village. After his retirement, the couple moved to Roaming Shores in Rock Creek, which they enjoyed until George’s death in 1993. She lived her last years with her daughter, Jean. Luella loved nature and animals. She enjoyed time with her grand and great-grandchildren, and her family will miss her. Luella is survived by her son George R. (Jackie); daughters Jean (Robert) Carlson and Bonnie Campbell; grandchildren Adam and Scott Carlson, Jill Brewer, and Chris and Heather Campbell; great-grandchildren Emma, Justin and Evan; and sisters Fern Bainbridge and Nancy Bors. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her sister Joyce Jones, brother Roger Reed, and her parents. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 5-6 p.m. Memorial contributions can be sent to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd, Bldg E, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Susan K. Young
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Susan K. Young, 57, loving mother and sister, passed away Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at her home in Rock Creek. She was the daughter of the late Jack and Frances Schlaeger and aunt of the late Zannie Pesta. Susan was a graduate of Willoughby South High School and of Willoughby-Eastlake School of Nursing. She is survived by her loving sons Ozzy and Ian; their father, David Young; brother Harry Schlaeger of Rock Creek; brother Michael (Dana) of Rockbridge; sister Jackie (George) Toth; and nephew David Pesta. Sue, we will miss your love, strength and humor. Memorial services are pending. Please call (440) 563-4114 or (440) 951-2146 for details.



NAME: Beatrice B. Swetland
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Beatrice B. Swetland, 80, of Kirtland, will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Swetland passed away Tues., Feb. 9, 2010, at Heartland of Mentor. She was born Aug. 26, 1929 in Cleveland, the daughter of Elton and Esther Staffeld Barnes. She was a graduate of the Huron Road School of Nursing in 1950. Beatrice was a member of the Jubilee Investment Club and enjoyed activities at the Kirtland Senior Center, and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels in Kirtland. She was a creative artist who enjoyed painting, sewing and floral design. She also liked to bowl and golf, and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Beatrice married Donald J. Swetland, Sr. on Sept. 16, 1950, and they enjoyed 48 years together before his death in 1998. He was a former Mayor of the City of Willowick. She is survived by four daughters, Karen Swetland (fiancé Thomas Kimball) of Plymouth, Mass., Deborah (Paul) Tremaglio, Eastlake; Nancy (Peter) Brown, Weymouth, Mass, and Janis Galotti of Plymouth; son, Ross (Myumi) Swetland of Reno, Nev.; grandchildren: Paul, Benjamin, Leigh, Dana, David, and Lisa; and great-granddaughter Jaelyn. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Donald J. Swetland, Jr., brother Robert Barnes, and her parents. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. The Rev. William C. Liming, Jr., of Shoregate United Methodist Church in Willowick, will officiate at the service. Inurnment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.



NAME: Rose M. Cencula
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Rose M. (Susac) Cencula, 87, of Wickliffe, will be 10:00 AM Friday, February 19, 2010 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 29850 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe. Mrs. Joseph Cencula passed away Monday, February 15, 2010 at her home. Born October 14, 1922 in Provident, Ohio she was a longtime Collinwood resident, before retiring to Eastlake for a short time and then to Venice, Florida where she lived for 25 years, returning to Wickliffe in May, 2008. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers Club and loved to clean. Her family remembers “where Rose goes, everything glows.” Mrs. Cencula was employed as a telephone operator and repair center clerk for the former Ohio Bell Telephone Company, and retired after 22 years of service. She is survived by her children, David (Nancy) Cencula of Sparks, NV., Michael (Shirley) Cencula of Clearwater, FL and Aurora, OH., Joann Cencula (Bob Miller) of Wickliffe and Ellen Cencula (Paul McNeill) of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, Christopher (Karen) Cencula, Michael (Kerin) Cencula, Steve (Lisa) Cencula, Brian Cencula, Jennifer Cencula, Lisa (Dann) Jasko; great-grandchildren, Dexter Raymond Jasko and Jack Morgan Cencula; siblings, Margaret J. Sofia of Florissant, CO, Mildred Sokol of New Smyrna Beach, FL an Andrew Susac of Mount Shasta, CA. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband of 36 years, Joseph Albert Cencula, passed away June 29, 1976. The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00, 7:00-9:00 PM, Thursday, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. John J. Sullivan of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to The Paul Francis Sofia Scholarship Fund, c/o Church of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 6850 Mayfield Road, Gates Mills, OH 44040 or St. Anthony Adult Day Program at Rose-Mary Center, 19350 Euclid Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117.



NAME: Dorothea M. Baker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Dorothea M. Baker Services for Dorothea M. (Cunningham) Baker, 83, of Willowick, a retired bookkeeper, will be 9 AM Mon., Feb. 15, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Baker passed away Wed., Feb. 10, 2010 at her home. Born May 21, 1926 in Cleveland, she had lived in Willowick for the past 60 years. She was a member of the American Business Women’s Association and an avid golfer and bowler. She served on the Willowick Recreation Board, during which time she started the Girls’ softball league, the Miss Willowick Pageant, Teen Town and she designed Willowick’s first flag. She is survived by her children, Stan (Lisa) Baker of Perry, Bonnie (Paul) Velikonya and Bob (Sue) Baker, both of Mentor; grandchildren, Joe and Matt Baker, Sara (Seth) Hayek, Kelly Velikonya, Kathryn (Jordan) Flynt, Michael and Kristen Baker.; great grandsons, Hunter and Nolan Hayek and her sister, Virginia Krawczyk of Yuba City, California. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Michael C. Baker, and her daughter, Pamela Reese are deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-5 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens. The family suggests contributions to Senior Independence Hospice, c/o Breckenridge Village, 36855 Ridge Rd., Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Michael I. Hawley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Michael I. Hawley, 63, of Euclid, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Hawley passed away Feb. 6, 2010 at his residence. Born Nov. 16, 1946 in Tucson, Arizona, he was a lifelong Northeast Ohio resident, moving to Euclid 12 years ago. He was a US Air Force veteran having served during the Vietnam era. He loved muscle cars, fishing, spending time with his family and hosting family gatherings. Mr. Hawley was a former barber and also worked as a machinist. Survivors are his children Dawn Fayne of New Port Richey, Florida, Michael Hawley and Angela Evanoski, both of Mentor, Marlo Hawley of Florida and Edward and John Hawley, both of Tennessee; grandson, Anthony James; siblings, Rochelle Fitzgerald of Mentor, David I. Hawley Jr. of Eastlake, Steven I. Hawley and Christopher L. Hawley, both of Euclid and James V. Hawley of Cleveland; and many nieces and nephews and their families. His daughter, Gina Hawley, and parents, David and Mary Jane Hawley, are deceased. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael J. Currier of Body of Christ Community Church will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Clyde P. Bryan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services and interment for Clyde P. Bryan, 77, of Elizabethtown, North Carolina, will be 11:30 AM Friday, Feb. 5, 2010 at Mentor Cemetery (Section ), 6881 Hopkins Road, Mentor. Mr. Bryan passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Born June 10, 1932 in Bladen County, NC, he was a longtime resident of Chesterland, and returned to North Carolina about 10 years ago. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Lumberton, NC and the Kiwanis Club in Elizabethtown. He was also a member of the Mentor Lodge 772 F. & A.M., an avid fisherman, and a United States Navy veteran. Mr. Bryan was employed as a circulation supervisor at the Cleveland Plain Dealer for 23 years, retiring in 1991. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Helen (Deming); daughters, Laura (Bruce) Singer of Willowick and Cheryl (Fred) Stewart of Whiteville, NC; grandsons, Andrew and Matthew Singer; brother, Wilson (Annie Grace) Bryan of Dublin, NC and sister, Marylean (Dennie) Pait of Bladenboro, NC. He also leaves his granddoggie, Peanut. His parents, Joseph and Sadie Bryan and brother, Dewey, are deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Bryan Eyman of St. Andrew Byzantine Catholic Church will officiate at the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Kiwanis Club of Elizabethtown, c/o Bladen- Gaskins Funeral Home, PO Box 3150, Elizabethtown, NC 28337.



NAME: Freda G. D'Arcangelo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Freda G. D’Arcangelo, 103, of Willoughby, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. D’Arcangelo passed away Feb. 4, 2010 at Mentor-Way Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born Sept. 26, 1906, in Perry County, Ohio, she was a lifelong resident of Lake County. Mrs. D’Arcangelo worked hard all of her life, and was a longtime member of Erieside Church on the Boulevard in Willowick. She was the mother of Betty Marsh of Willowick; grandmother of Carol Petromilli of Willowick; great-grandmother of Gina Ramirez of Cleveland, Betty Lynn Butler of Willoughby and Carol Ann Lynn of Columbus; great, great-grandmother of Breann Lynn Butler of Willoughby and Heather Jardonek of Michigan; and great, great, great-grandmother of Nadia Zion of Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tony, her daughter, Bonnie Flinn, and her siblings. Mrs. D’Arcangelo loved the Lord and attending her church. She also loved her little house on North Riverview in Eastlake and feeding her animals. She was a very giving lady who enjoyed helping others. Friends may call 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Larry A. Pozza of Erieside Church will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Cross Roads Hospice, 9775 Rockside Road, Suite 270, Valley View, Ohio 44125.



NAME: Judith Marie Crysler
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Judith Marie Crysler Services for Judith Marie (Sands) Crysler, 73, of Lake County, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Monday, February 1, 2010 at Mentor Plains United Methodist Church, 7271 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor. Mrs. Crysler passed away Friday, January 29, 2010 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township. Born August 26, 1936 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Lake County resident. She was an active member of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church and Mentor-on-the-Lake Garden Club. She was an avid Cleveland Indians and Browns fan, and enjoyed helping her daughter, Jodi with her classroom work. She was also an FCMB parent and former Girl Scout leader. She enjoyed gardening, boating with her husband Bill at Mentor Lagoons, and cooking for her sons-in-law. Her real love was being “Nanny” to her grandchildren. Mrs. Crysler retired from Sears at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, William Crysler; daughters, Laura (David) Anthony of New Philadelphia, Amy (Marc Baniszewski) Crysler of Cleveland and Jodi (Steve) Poremba of Mentor; grandchildren, Keith (Jessica) Anthony, Matthew (Ashley) Anthony, Kelsey Poremba, Sydney Poremba, Spencer Baniszewski and “Baby” Baniszewski, due in March; great grandchildren, Caine and Arlo; brothers, Mathew “Bud” (Bobbi) Sands of Naples, Florida and Richard (Shirley) Sands of Fall River, Massachusetts. She also leaves her faithful companion, Shadow. She was preceded by her parents, Mathew and Helen Sands, and sisters, Geraldine Widmer and Pauline Wojciechowski. The family will receive friends from 2-6 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Tadd A. Butler of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family encourages contributions to Mentor Plains United Methodist Church.



NAME: William A. Faught
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: William Arthur Faught Services for William Arthur Faught, 81, of Mentor, will be 10:30 AM Monday, January 25, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Faught passed away Thursday, January 21, 2010 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born December 5, 1928 in Buffalo, Ohio, he has lived in Mentor for the past 41 years. Mr. Faught served in the United States Air Force for 20 years, and retired in 1968 as a Technical Sergeant. He was a member of the Air Force Sergeants Association and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9295 in Mentor. He was known in his neighborhood as “Mr. Fix-it”. Mr. Faught was employed at Fasson Corporation, retiring in 1991. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Alberta (Hall) Faught; children, Beth (Curt) Kelly of Eastlake and David Faught of Mentor; grandchildren, Lauren Kelly and Gregory Kelly, both of Mentor; brother, Donald (Vernita) Faught of Canton and sisters, Jeanne Kuhar of Cambridge and Ruth (Bernard) Turanchik of Columbus. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and loving neighbors. His parents, William and Mary Faught, and siblings Ray, Edward, Lucille and Mildred preceded him in death. The family will receive friends from 3-6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Pastor Thomas Fowler, of The Willoughby Hills Friends Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to The United Service Organization, (USO), PO Box 96860, Washington, DC 20090-6860



NAME: Mildred A. Davis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Committal services for Mildred Ann Davis, 80, of Mentor, will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25 at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mrs. Davis died Thursday, January 21, 2010 at her son’s home in Mentor. She was born June 24, 1929 in Mountain City, Tenn., the daughter of Jacob and Essie Earl Williams Lowe. She loved to bowl and golf, and enjoyed watching all the Cleveland sports teams. Mrs. Davis worked as an assembler for Bailey Controls for 40 years. She is survived by her son, Brian E. (DeAnn) Davis; five grandchildren: James, Sheila, Aaron, Kimberly and Sean; six great-grandchildren: Brittney, Cassie, Brianna, Aaron, Jacob and Kayla; sisters Nora Lowe and Virginia Garland; and a brother, Harry Lowe. She was preceded in death by her daughter Janie White, her parents, and three brothers, Benny, David and Jimmy Lowe. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Sunday from 5-8 p.m.



NAME: Erma Jean Crick
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Erma Jean Crick, 78, of Mentor, will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Crick died at her home Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010. She was born in Willoughby December 22, 1931, the daughter of John and Bessie Crum Adams. She was a member of the International Bossons Collectors Society and a long-time member of Individualls East. Erma also served on the Mentor Planning Commission, the League of Women Voters and the local and state PTA boards. She worked for Caterpillar as a purchasing agent for eight years, and then for Shopman’s Local #468 as a secretary for five years. Erma is survived by her children: Bonnie (Gary) Naegellen Sneed, Vicki Naegellen and Chris (Jessie) Naegellen; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Evelyn Pearson and Betty Patton. She was preceded in death by her parents and five brothers: John, Gerald, James, Donald and Robert. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 6-8 p.m. The Rev. Dorothy Penny-Larter of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to Lake County Council on Aging Foundation, 8520 East Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Lujza Ballo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside committal services for Luzja Ballo, 101, of Waite Hill, will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010 at the Waite Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Ballo died at her son’s home Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. She was born March 15, 1908 in Hungary, the daughter of Mihaly and Sarolta Bizon Kertesz. She came to this country in 1950, and the family settled in Ohio. She was a long-time volunteer at the Kirtland Public Library, and was known for her beautiful handiwork which she shared with her family and friends. Mrs. Ballo is survived by her son, Bela F. Ballo, MD (Patricia) of Waite Hill; four grandchildren: Bela Ballo, MD, Michael Ballo, MD, Matthew Ballo, MD, and Nicole Ballo, JD; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bela in 1980, and all eight of her siblings. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby. Memorial donations may be sent to the Kirtland Public Library, 9267 Chillicothe Rd, Kirtland, 44094.



NAME: Evelyn A. Michener
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Evelyn A. Michener Services for Evelyn A. (Gunvalsen) Michener, 92, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Monday, Jan. 18, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Evelyn passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born April 21, 1917 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Lake County resident. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ in Eastlake and Order of the Eastern Star, Willoughby Chapter 202. Evelyn was employed as an accountant for the former Ohio Rubber Company in Willoughby. She is survived by her sons, Mark L. (Gayle) Michener of Plymouth, Michigan and Lynn (Judy) Michener of Kirtland; grandchildren, Eric Michener, Jeff (Mary Lynne) Michener and Tricia Michener; great grandchildren, Madalynne, Megan, Kyle and Ian and her sister, Irene (Jim) Theiling of Willoughby. Her parents, Olaf and Gerda (Anderson) Gunvalsen, brothers, Arnold and Robert Gunvalsen and sister, Edith Thornburg are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Hospice of the Western Reserve and the Fatica family for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Nancy Theiling Thuma Memorial Scholarship Fund, PO Box 676, Willoughby, 44096



NAME: Steve L. Ripper
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Steve L. Ripper Mass of Christian Burial for Steve L. Ripper, 86, of Winnetka, California, will be 11:30 AM Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 37932 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Ripper passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at his home in California. Born January 29, 1923 in Windber, Pennsylvania, he had lived in Wickliffe for 15 years, before moving to California 46 years ago. He was a graduate of Windber High School, class of 1941 and served in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II. He was inducted on January 30, 1943 and honorably discharged on March 14, 1946. Mr. Ripper was a quality assurance engineer for Bechtel Corporation. He retired in 1988 after 12 years of service. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Alice (Zalar) Ripper and children, Marty Ripper of Palmdale, California and Mary Ann and Brooke Rege of Newhall, California; grandchildren, Allegra and Evan Rege, and his sister, Marge (Art) Amendola of Erie, Pennsylvania. His parents, John and Ann Ripper, sisters Ann Ripper, Mary Banyas Helen Haddow, and brothers, John, Joe, and Mike Ripper are all deceased. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Michael J. Troha of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Prostate Cancer research.



NAME: Gloria S. Alemagno
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Gloria Sue Alemagno, 73, of Concord Township, will be 11 AM Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Avenue, Mentor. Mrs. Alemagno passed away Monday, January 11, 2010 at Altercare of Mentor in Concord Township. Born November 10, 1936 in Braxton County, West Virginia, she has lived in Northeast Ohio for more than 50 years. She was a devout Methodist and member of Mentor United Methodist Church. She was a charter member of Red Hat Club, Suburban Dance Club, East Suburban Welcome Wagon, and was an avid bridge player and golfer. She was also an active volunteer for many years for several charitable agencies, worked in politics at local and national levels. Mrs. Alemagno was employed as a human resources manager during her career, most recently with Leaseway Transportation. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Edmund; son, Edmund (Lisa) Alemagno of Concord Township and grandchildren, Alyssa Marie and Brandon Kyler Alemagno, who were the greatest joys in her life. She also leaves her sisters, Phyllis Kay Cierpisz and Carol Emge. Her mother, Lela (Blake) Singleton is deceased. There will be no calling hours. Pastor Beverly E. Wrobel, of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Private family interment will be in Knollwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in celebration of Gloria’s life to Mentor United Methodist Church. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: Elizabeth A. Clark
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Clark, 81, of Mentor, will be at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Betty went to be with the Lord Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010 at University Hospital in Cleveland. She was born May 15, 1929 in Sutersville, Penn., the daughter of John and Amelia Rebold Bolaney. She lived in Mentor for more than 40 years and attended St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Betty enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed drawing and painting, and reading her prayer book. Betty worked for many years in Cleveland as a key punch operator. She also worked for the Lake County Dept. of Aging. She is survived by brothers Harry (Alice) Bolaney of Chardon and James (Marcia) Bolaney of Hetcher, N.C.; sisters, Mary (Austin) Wiley of New Lexington, Margaret (James) Haynes of Bainbridge, Dolores (Larry) Sudbury of Prince Edward Island, Canada, and Amy (Daniel) Davis of Green, Ohio. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and dear friends Harry and Rose Johansen and Annie Toth. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Elmer Clark, son Matthew Clark, parents, brothers, Abel, John and Robert Bolaney and sisters Patricia Bolaney and Rose Myers. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-6 p.m. Inurnment will be in Mentor Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent in Betty’s name to St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Bonnie R. Martin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Bonnie R. (Ramsey) Martin, 84, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Martin passed away Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Bonnie was born Mar. 12, 1925 in Enoch, West Virginia and graduated from Widen High School as Salutatorian after already receiving employment with the West Virginia State Dept. of Education, beginning a long career as a secretary. She was also an honored recipient of the Golden Horseshoe. Bonnie married Melvin Martin July 7, 1945, and he died Sept. 27, 1989. The couple belonged to Widen Baptist church. After relocating to Ohio, they affiliated with Covenant Baptist Church in Wickliffe, where they were active members for 45 years. They were also active in Masonic organizations, he with George A. Holly Lodge #745 and together in Willoughby Chapter #202, Order of the Eastern Star. They also belonged to American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post #214 and the American Legion Post Ladies Auxiliary. They were members of the Broken Wheel Square Dance club. At the time of her death Bonnie was a member of First Christian Church of Willoughby. Bonnie enjoyed her long career as a secretary, as well as sewing, needlework, quilting, and her association with her quilt and gardening groups. Survivors are her sons, Melvin W. (Cheryl) Martin of Painesville and Wiley S. (Diane) Martin of Grafton; grandson, Melvin W. Martin III; granddaughters: Heather (Charles) Long, Shannon Martin, Kimberly (James) Barker, Melanie Martin, and Jennifer Martin; great-grandsons: Dominick Rivera, James Victoroff and Brannon Long; great-granddaughters: Shaylin Martin, Teagan Barker, Abigale Barker, Lorelei Martin, and Ciera Martin; special niece, Anita K. Thompson of Bayonet Point, Fla; and nieces and nephews scattered from coast to coast. Her son, John Martin, great-granddaughter, Caitlin Long; parents, Herman and Leethia Ramsey and brothers, A.J., E.J. and D.B. Ramsey are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post 214 Ladies Auxiliary and Willoughby Chapter 202 Order of the Eastern Star will conduct services Wednesday evening. The Rev. Richard D. Norton of the First Christian Church of Willoughby will officiate at the funeral service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 214, P O Box 972, Willoughby, OH 44096 or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St, Cleveland, OH 44119,



NAME: George W. Moyer Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for George W. Moyer Jr., 58, of Painesville, will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at Mentor Plains United Methodist Church, 7271 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor. Mr. Moyer died peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 31, 2009 with his wife and children at his side. He never gave up during a courageous battle against mantle cell lymphoma. Born January 9, 1951 in Cleveland, he was 36-year resident of Painesville. He was a member and trustee of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church. He was a member of Benevolent Protective Order of Elk, Lodge 549 in Painesville, the United Steel Workers, Local 1-00966 and a lifetime member of the Teamster’s Union, Local 16. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather, who loved spending time with his family and friends, and also enjoyed following all levels of Cleveland Indians baseball. Mr. Moyer was a heavy equipment operator at Morton Salt Company in Grand River for 32 years before retiring in 2005. He was also a firefighter for 23 years, primarily with Painesville Township Fire Department Station One. Survivors are his wife of 40 years, Dianna L. (Zabarsky) Moyer; son, George W. (Cindy) Moyer III; daughter, Renee C. (Mark) Stupka; sister, Verda (Ron) Hinds; grandchildren, George W. Moyer IV, Jared C. Marthe, Joshua A. Marthe and Shannon Shaw; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves Dianna’s mother, Donna Zabarsky, who loved him like her son. His parents, George W. Sr. and Rhea Virginia (Ballinger) Moyer, and brothers, Howard and Jack Moyer, are deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM Monday and 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Tadd A. Butler of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. The family requests contributions to The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital, Lymphoma Research, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218-3112. The family would like to thank all of the medical staff at the James Cancer Hospital and the Tender Loving Care Health Care Services for their very loving, personal care and expertise.



NAME: Elizabeth A. Ehrbar
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Elizabeth A. (Betty) Ehrbar Elizabeth A. (Betty) Ehrbar, 87, passed away December 29, 2009 at Salida Woods Assisted Living in Mentor. Betty was born on Oct. 16, 1922, in Cleveland, OH to the late Julia and Frank Bodnar, and was the eldest of six children. She spent her early years in the coal mining town of Nemacolin, PA and the family later moved to Carmichaels, PA. Betty graduated from Cumberland Township High School in 1941, and enjoyed attending class reunions. Betty returned to Cleveland during WWII, where she met and married her late husband, John Ehrbar, in 1948. They lived in Cleveland before moving to Wickliffe in 1955, and John passed away in 1970. Betty was proud to be a resident of Wickliffe for 53 years before moving to Salida Woods in 2008, where she received loving care. Betty retired from Bailey Controls in 1987 after 20 years of service. She was a faithful, 60-year member of Nottingham United Methodist Church in Cleveland. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, visiting with friends and family, and taking care of her grandson, Bryan Daly. She is survived by her daughter, Linda (Ted) Daly of Mentor; sons Dennis (Karen) Ehrbar of Parker, CO, and John (Alba) Ehrbar of Wickliffe; sisters Eleanor Jean (Chuck) Price, and Helen Perkins; brother, Reverend Frank Bodnar; grandchildren Bryan Daly, Eric (Michele) Ehrbar and David (Farrah) Ehrbar; step grandchildren Mike (Melissa) Daly, Shawn (John) West, and Enid and Mike Collado; great-grandson Nolan Ehrbar and step great-grandchildren Kaden West and Skylar Kirchner; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 3, 2010 at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 4, 2010, at the funeral home, with Pastor Roland Moore and Rev. Debbie Gibbons officiating. Burial will be at Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. Contributions in her memory can be made to Nottingham United Methodist Church, 18316 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110, or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: George Ray Brown
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: George Ray Brown Services for George Ray Brown, 75, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Brown passed away Friday, December 25, 2009 at Hospice in Cleveland. Born June 11, 1934 in Willoughby, he was lifelong Lake County resident. He was an avid Cleveland Browns and NASCAR fan, and formerly enjoyed bowling and playing darts in local tavern leagues, and taking rides in the country out to the Middlefield Cheese Factory. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends in the “North End” of Willoughby. Mr. Brown worked in various jobs in construction and also at the former TRW and Euclid Road Machinery before his retirement. He is survived by children, Gregg (Wendy) Brown of Willowick, Kevin Brown of Texas and Lynette (Andy) Keba of Mentor-on-the-Lake; step-son, Bobby Dodd of Mentor; grandchildren, Joshua, Ryan, Kevin and Andrew Brown; Andrew Keba, Allison Keba and Gregory Brown; great-granddaughter, Victoria; brothers, Charles (Barbara) Brown and James (Jean) Brown, both of Painesville Township. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His parents, Charles and Bernetta (Lanning) Brown are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Cemetery. Those who wish may contribute to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Gladys R. Henley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: GLADYS R. (CARVER) HENLEY (nee: Burkholder), 97, of Cleveland, beloved wife of the late Thomas Carver and Joe Allen Henley; LOVING mother of Joan Parker of Cleveland and Robert (Theresa) Carver of Akron; DEAR grandmother of six, great grandmother of 13 and great-great grandmother of four. Daughter of the late Hiram and Minnie Burkholder and sister of the late Eloise Gabriel, Edith Crane and Roscoe Burkholder. The family will receive friends from 10 AM until 1 PM Mon., Dec. 28, 2009 at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, where funeral services will be held at 1 PM. Interment, Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 74924, Cleveland, 44194-4924.



NAME: Robert Lynn Maurer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Robert Lynn Maurer, 84, of Willowick, will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Maurer died Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009 in Willoughby. He was born April 1, 1925 in Martinsburg, Penn, the son of Blaine and Kathryn Summer Maurer. He enlisted in the Marine Corps at age 17, and served for three years in the Third Amphibious Corps in the Pacific theatre during World War II. He was active in the Okinawa conflict. He served in the Marine Corps Reserve during Iwo Jima and was honorably discharged in 1946. He joined the Reserves 7th Infantry Battalion of Cleveland and was mobilized in August 1950. During the Korean conflict he served in the artillery and infantry at the Chosin Reservoir. He received an honorable medical discharge, having earned the Purple Heart. He was a charter member of the Marine Corps League Chambers Detachment, the First Division Association, the Chosin Few Korean Veterans Association, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Eastlake. Lynn loved music, and was famous for growing his beautiful geraniums. Lynn worked for the South Euclid School District in maintenance for 28 years and then drove a school bus for Willoughby-Eastlake for eight years. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Shirley; sons, Ron (Rhonda) and Lance; daughter Joy (Phil) VanAlmen; grandchildren McKenna, Mitchell, Kailey, Bryan, Philip and Vincent; a sister, Ruth Koontz, and a brother John Byron (Irene) Maurer. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Douglas L. Reed
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Douglas L. Reed, 89, of Willowick, will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Reed died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009 in Willoughby. He was born March 14, 1920 in Cornwall, England, the son of Thomas John and Gladys Jeffery Reed. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving as staff sergeant and gunnery instructor. Mr. Reed graduated as valedictorian Lodi High School, class of 1938, and lived there before his marriage, moving to Willowick in 1951. He was an active member of Erieside Church on the Boulevard since 1968, and served in many capacities. He enjoyed gardening, boating and woodworking. He married Myra E. Manley July 17, 1949, and they celebrated 60 years of happy marriage this year. Mr. Reed worked for Lincoln Electric in Euclid as an inspector for 40 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Myra; children, Susan D. (Tom) Lodge, William D. (Margaret) Reed and Barbara A. (Dennis) Gibbs; six grandchildren; brother, Reginald (Betty) Reed and sister, Shirley Franks. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and a sister. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and on Wednesday one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. Memorial donations may be sent to the Missionary Fund of Erieside Church on the Boulevard, 221 East 320th Street, Willowick, OH 44095.



NAME: Ethel B. Herold
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Ethel Beatrice (Funk) Herold, 96, of Marblehead, a homemaker, will be 9 AM Monday, December 28, 2009 in the Chapel at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Rd., (St. Rt. 91, ½ mile south of I-480), Twinsburg, 44087. Mrs. Herold passed away Friday, December 18, 2009 at Stein Hospice Service in Sandusky. Born May 6, 1913 in Cleveland to Cornelius Neal and Nanni IdaBell (Yost) Funk, she had lived in Willoughby from 1950-1993, when she moved to Marblehead to be closer to her daughter. She lived a life of love and giving, was a care giver who always remembered family and friends, and was an avid crossword puzzler. A lifelong Methodist, she enjoyed teaching young children in Church maintained and her membership at Willoughby United Methodist Church after moving to Marblehead. She is survived by her daughters, Laura Lee Brown of Newburgh, Indiana and Darylene Ann Herold of Marblehead; loving grandchildren, Robert (Lori) Barrell of Princeton, Indiana; Jan Barrell of Huntingburg, Indiana; Diana Davis of Evansville, Indiana; Joanna Weiss of East Ridge, Tennessee; Jason (Bridget) Weiss of Hixon, Tennessee; Justin (Stacie) Weiss, currently deployed in Iraq; Thomas (Angela) Cunningham of Rossville, Georgia and great grandchildren, Brandon Barrell, Ashton Barrell-Carter, Dylan McNeese, Victoria McNeese, Jacob Weiss, Kristen Barrell and Lindsey Barrell. She also leaves her extended family, Bill Cunningham, Jr., Kathy Greenwood, Curt Cunningham, Michael Cunningham, Mary Cunningham and Dan Carter and their families. Her husband of 57 years, Elmer J. Herold passed away July 27, 1992. Her parents, nine brothers and sisters and beloved lifetime friend, Mary Beechuk are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Brad Hall of the Chapel on the Lake in Marblehead will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be at Crown Hill Cemetery, Twinsburg. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.



NAME: Martha M. Bertleff
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Martha M. Bertleff Services for Martha M. (Van Lacke) Bertleff, 99, of Kirtland, will be 11 AM Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Bertleff passed away Friday, December 18, 2009 at Heartland of Mentor. Born November 3, 1910 in South Bend, Indiana, she was a lifelong Kirtland resident. She attended the Kirtland Community of Christ Church, and was active with ladies guild at the church. She was a blood donor for the American Red Cross, and achieved membership in the gallon club. She had also been active in the PTA in the Kirtland schools. Mrs. Bertleff worked as a floral designer for many years for Merkel’s Flowers and LeWayne’s Flowers, both in Willoughby. She retired from the former Roger’s Supermarket in Kirtland, where she worked for 15 years in the meat and deli departments. She is survived by her daughter, June (Edwin) Fisher of Mentor; sons, Robert (Joyce) Bertleff of Atlanta, Georgia and John (Barb) Bertleff of Kirtland; grandchildren, Russ, Kim and Kenny Fisher; Richard, Dan and Steve Gause; Scott Bertleff; Shannon Barnett; Tamara Pike; John Bertleff; Cherrie Carver and Monica Powell. She also leaves 18 great grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren and her sister, Irene Reichard of Flagstaff, Arizona. Her husband, John Bertleff passed away in 1973 and her daughter, Judie Gause in 2001. She was also preceded by her parents, and sisters, Louise LaGrand and Augusta Del Carpini. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday, December 21, at the funeral home. Evangelist Steven E. Davidson of Kirtland Community of Christ Church will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Kirtland Community of Christ Church, 9017 Chillicothe Rd., Kirtland, 44094.



NAME: Connie Anne Cimas
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Connie Anne Cimas Services for Connie Anne (Rowles) Cimas, 60, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Friday, December 18, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Cimas passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at her home, surrounded by her family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born February 25, 1949 in Cleveland, she had lived in Lake County for more than 20 years. She most enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and traveling. She was a graduate of Eastlake North High School, class of 1968. Mrs. Cimas was a customer service representative for Barnes Distribution (formerly Bowman Distribution) in Cleveland for the past 29 years. She is survived by her sons, Brian C. Cimas of Mayfield Heights and Michael J. Cimas of Willoughby; mother, Charlotte (Jenkins) Conger of Willoughby and her brother, Daniel “Red” (Nona) Rowles of Eastlake. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her step-father, John Conger and brother, Frank Rowles are deceased. The family will receive friends from 9-11 AM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. The family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Gerald J. Congdon
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Gerald J. Congdon Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald J. Congdon, 69, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Thursday, December 17, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 37932 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Please meet directly at the Church. Mr. Congdon passed away Sunday, December 12, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born December 31, 1939 in Geneva, he was a longtime Willoughby resident. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Willoughby and was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was also a United States Air Force veteran. Mr. Congdon was employed as a foreman at Stanley Air Tools in Mayfield Heights and retired in 1998. Survivors are his wife of 47 years, Mary C. (McCoy) Congdon; children, Justine Wollerman of Concord Township, Gerald (Kim) Congdon, Jr. of Madison and Angela (Scott) Rubes of Akron; grandchildren, Melissa, B.J., Mason, Evan, Owen and Brittany and brother, Tom (Jo Ann) Congdon of Geneva. His parents, Randall M. and Isabelle (Pokorski) Congdon and brother, Ronald Congdon are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Edward Smith of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Lorain will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: John A Yandura
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: JOHN A. YANDURA, 67, of Garfield Heights, beloved husband of 45 years of Martha (nee: Stypula); loving brother of Sophie (James) Terry, Agnes (Edward) Dziedzic, Joseph (Jeanne), Tony (Mary Lou), Andrew (Janet) and the late Leon, Mary, Blanche, Edward, Frank and Stanley, son of the late Tony and Agnes Yandura. Friends may call from 4-6 PM Friday (today) and from 11 AM until 12 noon on Sat., Dec. 12, at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, where services will be held at 12 Noon. Final resting place, All Souls Cemetery. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Bernice M. Miller
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Bernice M. Miller Funeral services for Bernice M. (Barber) Miller, 91, of Mentor, will be 10:30 AM Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Old South Church, 9802 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Miller passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born April 11, 1918 in Mankato, Kansas, she has been a lifelong Lake County resident. She was an active member of Old South Church in Kirtland, a crossword puzzle fanatic and a voracious reader. She was also a fifty plus year member of Order of the Eastern Star, Willoughby Chapter 202; a charter member of the Galilee White Shrine, Strauss Memorial Court 41, the Willoughby Women’s Club and the Andrews School Alumni Organization, Beta Chapter. Mrs. Miller was a payroll clerk for the former Aero-Braze Company in Eastlake, retiring in 1985. She is survived by her daughters, Jeanne Domonkos of Mentor and Donna (Ken) Capps of Conway, South Carolina; grandchildren, Patrick (Shannon) Domonkos of Mentor, Michael (Carrie) Domonkos of Kirtland, Budd Capps of Conway, South Carolina and Dawn Capps of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; great grandchildren, Kailie Parrish, Logan Domonkos, Jadeyn Domonkos, Rylee Domonkos, Erin Domonkos and Devon Newsome; sister, Frances (Andrew) Miller of Painesville. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Donald J. Miller passed away January 22, 1964. Her brothers, Allan and Clayton Barber and son-in-law, Patrick Domonkos are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 7-9 Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, where Eastern Star and White Shrine services will be conducted at 8 PM. The Rev. Mark J. Suriano of Old South Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Old South Church or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Naomi (Muffett) Kelley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Naomi (Muffett) Kelley Memorial services for Naomi (Muffett) Kelley, 87, of Willoughby, will be 1:30 PM Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church, 34201 Eddy Road, Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Kelley passed away Thursday, December 3, 2009 at her daughter’s home. Born November 7, 1922 in Canalou, Missouri, she has lived in Northeast Ohio since 1990. She was a member of Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church where she was known as a prayer warrior and headed the Intercessory Prayer Group for many years. She loved caring for her family and was known for her crocheting of chemo therapy hats for patients. She is survived by her children, Rev. Glenn A. (Kathy) Rogers of Charleston, Missouri, Anita S. (Dave) Davis of Salem, Oregon and Laurel J. (Ben) Howes of Willoughby; ten grandchildren and their families; brother, Bennie (Evelyn) Muffett of Woodville, Wisconsin and sister, Burma Landers of Crown Pointe, Indiana. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her parents, Earnest and Pearly Ann (Baughn) Muffett, two sisters and one brother are deceased. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 PM Sunday at the Church. The Rev. Dana Flemming and Rev. Dr. Hazel E. Partington, pastors of Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. An additional memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the Canalou Baptist Church in Canalou, Missouri, with her son, Rev. Glenn A. Rogers officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in her memory to Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church, 34201 Eddy Rd., Willoughby Hills, 44094. Arrangements are entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Richard M. Hatheway
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: RICHARD M. HATHEWAY, 86, of Akron, a former Willoughby resident, beloved husband of the late Patricia M. (nee Hays); dear step-brother of the late Roy Force and Ruth Randall. Survivors are his nieces Cathy Lynn DiCello, Joan Williamson, Barbara M. Force, Debra S. Force and Karen Crosley; nephews, Philip C. Bradley, Raymond A. Force, Roy Force II, Richard K. Force and Roger Randall; great uncle to many. Preceded by parents Frank and Lula Hatheway. Mr. Hatheway died Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009 at The Merriman in Akron. Mr. Hatheway was a World War II US Navy veteran. He was a member of the Northeast Yacht Club in Cleveland for more than 25 years where he was vice commodore in 1964 and was in charge of the Junior Yachtsman program for five years. He was also a member of the Edgewater Yacht Club for 10 years. A retired yard brakeman for the former New York Central, Penn Central and Conrail railroads (now CSX) at the Collinwood Yards in Cleveland. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at The Merriman for the special care given to Richard. Funeral Service, Thursday, Dec. 3 at 12 noon at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby where the family will receive friends Thursday 11 AM to 12 Noon. Private inurnment, Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village. Those who wish may make donations in his name to The Merriman, 209 Merriman Rd., Akron, OH 44303. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Emma K. Boyd
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Emma K. (Hodgson) Boyd, 97, of Eastlake, will be 2 PM Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Shoregate United Methodist Church, 30500 Bayridge Boulevard, Willowick. Mrs. Boyd passed away Saturday, November 28, 2009 at Mentor-Way Care Center in Mentor. Born August 27, 1912 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, she has lived in Eastlake for more than 50 years. She was a charter member of Shoregate United Methodist Church in Willowick, was recognized as the Citizen of the Year in Eastlake in both 1984 and 1985 and was a member of the JFK Senior Center in Eastlake. She was an active volunteer for over 20 years. Mrs. Boyd was a store manager for the former Federal’s Department Store in Willowick, and later was a department manager at K-Mart in Eastlake. She is survived by her children, Beverly (Jack) Marsh of Eastlake, Marcia (Jim) Allen of Warren and Robert (Mary Lou) Boyd of Eastlake; 16 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and one great-great grandson; sisters, Miriam Bennett of Ambridge, Penn., Evelyn Frantz of Ravenna and Betty Chernoff of Florida; brother, Paul Hodgson of Texas. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Garfield, passed away July 14, 1973 and her son, James passed away in 1994. She was also preceded by seven brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends following the memorial service at the Church. The Rev. Dr. William C. Liming, Jr. of Shoregate United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Shoregate United Methodist Church.



NAME: Stephen R. Cihon Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Stephen Richard Cihon, Jr., 67, of Mentor, will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Grace Church of Mentor, 6883 Reynolds Rd, Mentor. Stephen passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in Willoughby after a brief illness. He was born May 27, 1942 in Nemacolin, Penn., the son of Steven Richard Cihon, Sr. and Anna Budovich. His greatest love was playing music on his accordion. He was a member of local polka bands. He also played the piano. Steve loved flying and tinkering on cars. He greatly enjoyed military and World War II history. Steve worked for 20 years at Marshall Carpet as a salesman, retiring in 2007. He is survived by Joan, his beloved wife of 44 years. His loving family consists of son, Daniel; daughters, Pamela (Timothy) Bartholomew and Angela (David) Trend; grandson, Jordan Jonke; sister, Carolyn (Ronald) Smolinski; his nieces and nephews; and his faithful Shih-tzu, Jessie. His parents are deceased. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 4-8 p.m. Services will be conducted by Pastor Tim Potter. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. Services are entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God; not of works, lest any man should boast. Ephesians 2:8-9



NAME: Rebecca Ann Davis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Rebecca Ann Davis, 56, of Mentor, will be held at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home at 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby on Monday, Nov. 30 at 10:00 a.m. She died in her family’s arms Tuesday morning, November 24th at her home after her long battle with ovarian cancer. Rebecca was born Oct. 20, 1953 in Cleveland to Andrew and Theresa (Juliano) Cortnik. She graduated from North High School in Eastlake in 1972. Rebecca was a long-time employee of Dr. Robert Waldman at Erie Optical in Mentor for 20 years. Rebecca loved her family and friends very much. She had a special love for God, animals, nail polish and Wal-mart! Becky has made such a long-time impression on so many peoples’ hearts. Mrs. Davis is survived by her husband Dale; son, Randy (fiancée Katie Key) of Willoughby; daughter April Funk of Willoughby; sister Joanne (Dan) Molnar of Eastlake; brothers Pat Cortnik of Easlake, and Dave (Carol) Cortnik of Mentor; stepsons Kevin, Kyle, and Erik, of Pearl, Miss., and mother-in-law Margret of Concord. Friends may call from 2-6 on Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the South Kirtland Cemetery.



NAME: Patricia Ann Kontur
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Patricia A. Kontur, 67, of Eastlake, will be 10 AM Saturday, November 28, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Ms. Kontur passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born February 18, 1942 in Cleveland, she had lived in Eastlake for the past 42 years. She enjoyed playing Bingo, traveling to Las Vegas and was an avid bargain shopper. Ms. Kontur was employed by the Cleveland Plain Dealer for over 25 years, retiring in 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Terri (Tim) Trimboli and son, Al (Robyn) Nagy, both of Eastlake; grandsons, Eric Vanek, Jeremy and Jayson Nagy and brother, Robert Kontur (Krystine Lardell) of Garfield Heights. Her parents, George and Rose (Majsinger) Kontur passed away in 2001. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday, Nov. 27, at the funeral home. The Rev. Thomas G. Elsasser of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Mentor will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Townsh



NAME: Donald K. Hoff
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Donald K. Hoff, 86, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Friday, November 27, 2009 at the Lyons Chapel at the Nason Center of Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Road, Willoughby. Mr. Hoff passed away Sunday, November 22, 2009 at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. Born September 1, 1923 in Cleveland, he had lived in Willoughby over 65 years. He was a US Navy veteran, serving during World War II and the Korean Conflict. This past year, he was selected to participate in the Honor Flight Program, which escorts veterans from World War II to Washington, DC to visit the World War II Memorial. He was also a longtime volunteer at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Mr. Hoff was a teacher in the Wickliffe Public Schools, retiring in 1983 after more than 25 years of service. He is survived by his children, Carol (Wade) Mitchell of Willoughby, Roger (Glenna) Hoff of Marietta and Charlie (Yvonne) Hoff of Flower Mound, Texas; grandchildren, Sarah (Randy) Stanger; Emily and Katy Mitchell; Katherine, Robert, Kimberly and Adam Hoff; sister, Evelyn (John) Stevenson of Highland Heights and brother, Gilbert (Louise) Hoff of Hadley, Pennsylvania. His wife of 59 years, June Hoff, passed away March 24, 2004. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Donald J. Grauer, Chaplain of Breckenridge Village, will officiate at the service. Private interment will be in Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Danny G. Robinson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Danny G. Robinson, 55, of Concord Township, will be on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mr. Robinson died Thursday, Nov. 19 in Cleveland. He was born June 22, 1954 in Lacky, Kentucky, the son of Melvin and Anita Moore Robinson. He was a member of George A. Holly Lodge #745, Free and Accepted Masons in Painesville, and a 32° Mason in the Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland. Danny was known for his humor and gift of gab. His happy-go-lucky life and his ability to turn any stranger into a friend won him admiration from those who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Dawn; their son, Donovan; his mother; brothers, Kenneth (Charlene) and David; sisters, Theresa Gabor and Marcie Shields; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby, on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. with a Masonic tribute at 4:30 p.m. There will also be calling hours on Monday from 5-8 p.m.



NAME: Shelby Jean Russell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Shelby Jean Russell Prayer services for Shelby Jean Russell, 71, of Wickliffe, will be 11 AM Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Russell passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. The family would like to thank Meg Brennan and Darcia Simpson from Hospice of the Western Reserve for their kindness and caring. Born Feb. 1, 1938 in Minerva, she was a longtime Lake County resident. Survivors are her husband, Alfred L. Russell; children, Rebecca (Fred) Ollis, Benton (Cindy) Troglin, Brenda (Rodney) Newman, Danny Troglin, James Olinger, Vanessa (Steve) Plautz and sisters, Wanda (Mike) Heflin, Bonnie, Tanja and Dawn; brother, Kid Williams. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her granddaughter, Michelle Ollis passed away one year ago. Her parents, Sylvester “Dugie” and June Williams and brothers, Jerry and Terry Williams are also deceased. Friends may call from 9-11 AM Saturday morning at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Kirtland Cemetery.



NAME: Sara Ann Evans
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Sara Evans Graveside services and interment for Sara Ann (Hunt) Evans, 82, of Painesville Township, will be 1 PM, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Evergreen Cemetery, 501 East Main Street, Painesville. Please meet at the main entrance. Mrs. Evans passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009. She is survived by her husband Robert D. Evans and daughters, Amy Evans (Dale) Liikala of Mentor and Mary Ann Evans of Worthington. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Mary (Seeley) Hunt and two brothers. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to 4-H Camp Whitewood, 7983 S. Wiswell Rd., Windsor, OH 44099 or Morley Public Library, 184 Phelps Street, Painesville, OH 44077 or a favorite charity.



NAME: Margaret A. "Peg" O'Malley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Margaret Ann “Peg” O’Malley, 44, died Friday, Nov. 13 at her home in Willowick. She was born Dec. 11, 1964 in Lakewood, the daughter of John Joseph O’Malley and Mary Ellen McDonough. Peg is survived by her brothers: John (Pat), Michael (Mary Edel), James (Joyce), Rory (Diane), and her sister, Mary Ellen O’Malley. She was an aunt and great-aunt to many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Peg was a friend to many—her laughter and love of life will be missed by her family and many friends. A Celebration of Peg’s life will be on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at noon at the Bain Cabin, 21077 N. Park, Fairview Park. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St, Cleveland, 44119, or The Gathering Place, 23300 Commerce Park, Beechwood, 44122. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Florence Petrich
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Florence Petrich, 92, passed away early Saturday morning November 14, 2009 in Willoughby, Ohio. She was the daughter of Mary and Rudy Knaus. She is survived by her husband Joe, 94; three children: Linda Britton (Charles), Lana Whewell, and Joe Petrick (Diane); six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Florence worked most of her life for the benefit of her family. In her later years she operated the concession stand at Holland State Park in Holland Michigan, which she enjoyed for more than 20 years along with her husband. They met at the age of five and were married for 71 years. She was very active in the Slovenian community. She and her husband enjoyed dancing to polka music and they spent a lot of time at Recher Slovenian Hall in Euclid, dancing and enjoying friends and family. She also produced several videos of her Slovenian cooking. She sold these videos throughout the United States. She enjoyed a good, long healthy life and died peacefully of natural causes with her children at her side. Friends will be welcomed at the gravesite at Whitehaven Memorial Park (Section A), 615 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Village, for a brief service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17. There will be no calling hours. Lunch will be served after the service. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME of Willoughby.



NAME: William A. Woodin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for William Austin “Bill” Woodin, 68, of Willoughby, will be at 6:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Woodin died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center. He was born Oct. 11, 1941 in Chardon, the son of Merritt William and Jeanette Doan Woodin. He was a member of Eagles Lodge #3605 in Mentor and Gunny’s Hall. Mr. Woodin served in the United States Air Force during the 1960s. He worked for American Rubber for 20 years as an inventory control specialist. Mr. Woodin had a great sense of humor and was great at fixing things. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles. He loved golfing and bowling. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Marti; sons Joe (Tina) and Chris “Moose”; daughters Jennie (Michael) and Rene; grandchildren Shayna and Nick; and a sister, Gayle Woodin, along with many good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 3-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.



NAME: Donald L. Crum
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Donald L. Crum, 73, of Madison, will be 11 AM Monday, November 9, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Crum passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at the Stewart Lodge in Madison. Born May 25, 1936 in Caldwell, Ohio, he was a longtime resident of Willoughby before moving to Madison in 1996. He participated in programs at the Deepwood Center in Mentor and the family was active in the Willoughby United Methodist Church. He is survived by his brothers, Bernard Dwight (Frances) Crum of Cincinnati and Roger Duane (Cathy) Crum of Spokane, Washington; nieces and nephews, Dwight Crum, Karen Breit, Deborah Bodony, Wendy Crum and Erin Crum and great nephews, Grant Breit, Will Breit, Nicholas Bodony and Matthew Bodony. His parents, Bernard Bertram and Sarah Bernice (Barnes) Crum are deceased. Friends may call from 10-11 AM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Don Perks of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Deepwood Foundation, 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: M. Eleanor Kaminsky
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Private family services for M. Eleanor Kaminsky, 97, of Willoughby, will be conducted by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby. Miss Kaminsky died Tuesday, November 3, 2009. She was born May 3, 1912 in Newburgh Heights, Ohio, the daughter of Aloysius and Anna Pavlovic Kaminsky. She was a member of Willoughby Browning Senior Center, the Mentor Senior Citizens Center and the Telephone Pioneers of America. She had worked as a divisional secretary for the Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland for 20 years, and then as a telephone operator for the former Ohio Bell Telephone Company, from which she retired in 1972 after 27 years. Miss Kaminsky is survived by her sister Frances Kaminsky of Willoughby, nephew Thomas Conley, and four grand-nephews. She was preceded by her sister Anne Conley and two nieces, Anne Catina and Judith Carter. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations can be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Nellie M. Jones
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Nellie M. Jones, 92, will be Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clarke Ave, Willoughby. The beloved mother of Cheryl E. Jones of Hillsdale, New York, and Jerry E. Jones of Chardon, Ohio, she died peacefully at Noble Horizons in Salisbury, Connecticut on November 1, 2009 with her devoted daughter at her side. Born on September 9, 1917 in Rosby's Rock, West Virginia where her parents were visiting her grandmother, she was raised in Cleveland, Ohio, and spent most of her adult years in the Willoughby-Eastlake area of Cleveland. The eldest of ten children from Henry and Etta Mae Leimkuehler, Mrs. Jones served as "nonny" to all of her younger siblings when her mother died an untimely death at age 42. Mostly self-taught, she excelled in domestic arts, making herself an expert seamstress, baker, cook, gardener, and mother. Mrs. Jones was blessed with a lovely alto voice and a natural talent for music. She loved popular American songbook jazz and could charm most people with long forgotten lyrics to some funny jazz tune. A natural teacher, she shared her talents generously, without judgment, and was loved dearly by all who knew her. In addition to her children, she is survived by her sister Ethel, brother Howard, two grandchildren, Paul Jones and Stefanie Parker of Columbus, Ohio, and one great-granddaughter, Morgan Parker also of Columbus. Her cherished husband, Edmond Gordon Jones, who was employed by the Cleveland Public Library, died in 1974. Friends may call on Friday, November 6, from 4 - 8 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village.



NAME: Catherine "Katie" Sirca
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Catherine “Katie” (Jablonski) Sirca, 89, of Saint Clairsville, Ohio will be 11 AM on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Sirca passed away in her sleep, Sunday, November 1, 2009 at her home in Saint Clairsville. Born November 20, 1919 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Euclid resident. Mrs. Sirca retired from Curtis Industries in 1983. She is survived by sons, Gene F. (Helen) Sirca of Saint Clairsville and George R. (Kathy) Sirca of Wadsworth; grandsons, Gene (Rachel) Sirca, Jr., Rob Sirca, Mark (Charlene) Sirca and John Sirca; great-grandchildren, Amanda, Bradley, Halley, Chloe, Isaac and Jedrek. She also leaves behind her sister-in-laws, Sarah Jablonski, Mary Jablonski, Lillian (Raymond) Hirz, Jean Sirca and many nieces and nephews and their families, including Juanita Baumann, a frequent care giver. Her husband of 45 years, Felix “Phil” Sirca, passed away October 15, 1985. Her parents, Stephane and Josephine (Valcek) Jablonski, sisters, Helen Tyjewski and Stella Mattis and brothers, Walter, Stanley, Steve and Edward Jablonski are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Fr. Joseph Bacevice of Saint Casimir Catholic Church will officiate at the service. Interment will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Valley Hospice, 10686 State Route 150; Rayland, OH 43943 or a favorite charity



NAME: Betty Jean Joyce
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Betty Jean Joyce, 63, of Eastlake, will be at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 at Willoughby Hills Friends Church, 2846 SOM Center Road. Mrs. Joyce died Thursday, Oct. 29 at her home. She was born Aug. 26, 1946 in Bassett, Virginia, the daughter of Richard and Ruth Elizabeth Peak Martin. She worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 34 years at Hillcrest Hospital in the maternity ward, and was a member of Willoughby Hills Friends Church. She loved to crochet, and was noted as a kind, generous and caring person, as evidenced by the many thank you cards she received over the years from her patients in the hospital. She is survived by her son, Bryon Joyce (Lisa Kolk); brother, Robert W. Martin, many nieces and nephews. her adopted granddaughter Candiss Petro and her great-grandson Jayden. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father Charles Ore, Sr, and brother, Charles Ore, Jr. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby.



NAME: Mary E. Slone
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Mary Ethel Slone, 67, will be at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Slone died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 in Cleveland. She was born March 23, 1942 in Tuscumbia, Alabama, the daughter of Larry Raymond and Ila Mae Pounders Dobbs. She served as a volunteer secretary and had been an active member of Lakeland Baptist Church. Mrs. Slone worked for Cole National for eight years, and then as a supervisor for Lubrizol for 10 years. She loved her grandchildren and was devoted to them. She is survived by Ralph, her loving husband of 53 years; sons, Jeff (Lollie) and David (Cathy); grandchildren, Melissa, Veronica, Jennifer and Jasmine; and brothers, Larry (Janice) Dobbs, Stanley (Marsha) Dobbs, and Steve (Janice) Dobbs. Her son, Richard, died in 1991; her parents are also deceased. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 p.m. until service time. Rev. Andrew Rusnacko will officiate. Private inurnment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery, Streetsboro. Memorial donations may be sent to the Salvation Army, 63 Pearl Street, Painesville, OH 44077 or Hospice House, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Kristina Marie Welty
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Kristina Marie Welty, 22, of Eastlake, a student, will be 6:30 PM Friday, October 30, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Kristi passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. Born May 5, 1987 in Euclid, she was a lifetime Eastlake resident. She was a graduate of Eastlake North High School, class of 2005, where she participated in track events and qualified for the state track tournament for her sophomore, junior and senior years. She was also an avid swimmer and enjoyed swimming competitions. Survivors are her mother, Laynee (Greg) Smith of Eastlake and father, Timothy (Sarah) Welty of Solon; brother, Joshua Welty of Eastlake and sister, Skylar Smith of Eastlake; paternal grandfather, Donald Welty of Willoughby; aunts, Susan McDonald and Lynn (Dacian) Nistor, both of Naples, Florida and cousin, Amber Blair. She also leaves many friends, including her best friend, Cindy Sabo. Her maternal grandmother, Trudy Nemeth and paternal grandmother, Eileen Welty are deceased. The family will receive friends from 5:30 – 6:30 PM Friday, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. The Rev. Larry A. Pozza of Erieside Church on the Boulevard will officiate at the service. Private family interment will take place at the convenience of the family.



NAME: Harland S. Bunnell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Harland S. Bunnell, 95, of Kirtland, will be 2 PM Friday, October 30, 2009 at the First Christian Church of Willoughby, 4249 River Street, Willoughby. Mr. Bunnell passed away Sunday, October 11, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born May 16, 1914 in Eyota, Minnesota, he was a longtime resident of Willoughby and Kirtland. Mr. Bunnell grew up on a farm along Dodd Road in Willoughby, on the Chagrin River, and enjoyed the natural world and outdoor sports all his life. As a young man, he pitched semi-pro baseball in local leagues. He also loved hunting with friends, yet saved many a stray animal and faithfully fed the birds. He had an extraordinary memory of the people and events of his 95 years and was always ready to share a story, a good joke, or an offer of generous friendship. He was a United States Army veteran, serving during World War II, as a cannoneer in the 462nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion in the Second Infantry Division. Landing on Omaha Beach, he participated in the Battle of the Bulge, Remagen and Liepzig, and saw action in Paris, Berlin and Prague. He was member and past Commander of American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post 214 and Veterans of Foreign Wars post 1500, both in Willoughby. Mr. Bunnell was a machinist with the Kennametal Corporation and the former Oliver Cletrack Company. He began a lifelong love of golf as a greens keeper and caddy at Manakiki Country Club during the 1930’s. Survivors are his children, Mark (Laura) Bunnell of Painesville, Beth (Mark) Hoffman of Newport, Kentucky and Lee Bunnell of Mentor; granddaughter, Meghan Bunnell of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Gale. His parents, Orlando and Ida (Wright) Bunnell and brothers, Lloyd and Thomas Bunnell and sister, Margaret Kinter are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Richard D. Norton of the First Christian Church of Willoughby will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to First Christian Church of Willoughby, 4249 River Street, Willoughby, 44094 or National Wildlife Federation, 11100 Wildlife Center Drive, Reston, VA 20190-5362.



NAME: Barbara Jean Freeland
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Memorial Service: Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Road, Willoughby, 44094
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Barbara Jean Freeland, 76, of Willoughby, will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009 at the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Road, Willoughby. Mrs. Freeland passed away Friday, October 23, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born September 22, 1933 in Toronto, Ohio, a daughter of Harry Myers and Louise (Bauman) Bell. She was an active member of and Director of Christian Education at the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby. Her family and friends will remember her many lovely wreaths and other crafts. She was an avid reader, and was devoted to her grandchildren and their activities. Mrs. Freeland is survived by her husband of 55 years Nelson; son, Scott and daughter, Beth (Jeff) Christopher; grandchildren, Zach and Kait; a sister, Ruth (Bill) Kunkle. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and theor families. Her parents, Harry and Louise Ball; sisters, Virginia and Beatrice, and her brothers Paul and Jack are deceaed. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. John Grumeich of First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby will officiate at the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Rd, Willoughby, OH 44094. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby.



NAME: Minnie P. Fox
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009 from 2-4 PM Funeral Service: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009 at 4 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Minnie P. (Lyttle) Fox, 68, of Willoughby, will be 4 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Fox passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born March 16, 1941 in Jonesville, Virginia she has lived in Willoughby for the past 51 years. She was a member of Willo-Hill Baptist Church in Willoughby. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy and she loved to spend time with them. Mrs. Fox was employed as an assembler and machinist at the Parker-Hannifin Hose Products Division in Wickliffe. She retired in 1984 after 24 years of service. Survivors are her husband of 44 years, Charles; daughter, Viola (Michael) Huffman of Madison; grandchildren, Rachel, Clayton and Sarah and sister, Brenda (Dennis) Quick of Mentor. Her parents, Dillard and Cora (Covey) Lyttle and brothers, Frank and Hobart Lyttle are deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Greg Gifford of Willo-Hill Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Private interment will be at Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Donald F. Merritt
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Donald Francis Merritt, 81, formerly of Painesville, will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 22 in the Willoughby Cemetery on Sharpe Avenue. Mr. Merritt died Tuesday, Oct. 20 at a nursing home in Berea. He was born Dec. 28, 1927 in Willoughby, the son of James and Mabel Callaway Merritt. He served in the U.S. Navy just after the end of World War II. He was a long-time member of Temple Lodge #28, Free and Accepted Masons in Painesville. He is survived by his sons Donald, Jr. (Pat), of New Albany and James (Judy) of Bar Harbor, Maine; a daughter, Janet Foltz (Dwain Byers) of Garfield Heights; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and a sister, Mildred Kostrab of Willoughby. Mr. Merritt was preceded in death by his wife Martha in 1985, his brother James, a sister, June Wissman, and his parents. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: Vivian M. Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Vivian M. Smith Graveside services and interment for Vivian M. (Gilbert) Smith, 85, of Willoughby, will be 1:30 PM Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, located on Cemetery Road, south of State Route 167 in Pierpont Township. Mrs. Smith passed away Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born July 30, 1924 in Pierpont Township, she was a longtime Geauga and Lake County resident, having moved to Willoughby in 1986. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Thompson. Mrs. Smith was a sales associate for the former Don Milmine Appliance Store in Downtown Willoughby for 37 years. She is survived by her brothers, Roland (Dee) Gilbert of Columbus, Eugene (Rachel) Gilbert of Chula Vista, California, Alvin (Wanda) Williams and Lynn (Lynda) Williams, both of Pierpont Township and many nieces and nephews and their families. She also leaves her dear friends, Bob and Judy Weis of Mentor and Peggy Twitchell of Willoughby. Her husband of 42 years, Gordon, passed away in 1985. Her father, Lewis Williams and his wife, Alice and her mother, Lois (Williams) Gilbert and her husband, Roland and brother George R. Gilbert are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Ed Diehl of Pierpont Presbyterian Church will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060-1830. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby



NAME: Joy L. Swope
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Joy Swope Visitation for Joy L. Swope, 83, will be Friday evening from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church of Willowick, 31433 Vine St., Willowick, with services being held there Saturday morning at 10:00 AM Joy passed away late Saturday night at the home of her daughter in Mentor on the Lake. Born in Cleveland August 1, 1926, she and her husband, the late Ray A. Swope, moved to Lake County in 1961. Ray, whom she married in 1957, passed away in 1965. Survivors include her daughters Nancy (James) Dodds, of Grand Rapids, MI, and Leslie (Stephen) Brown of Mentor on the Lake, sister, Shirley Johnson, of Rexville, NY, and grandchildren, Amy, Aaron, Andrew and Alexander Dodds, and Haley, Benjamin, Philip and Lindsay Brown. Her parents, William A. Taylor and Emily G. (nee: Palmer) Taylor are deceased. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Willowick. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Baptist Mid-Missions, 7749 Webster Rd., Cleveland, 44130, Cleveland City Mission, 5310 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland, 44103, or the Missions Fund at First Baptist Church of Willowick. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.



NAME: Richard McInally
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Richard McInally Memorial services for Richard McInally, 40, of Painesville, will be 6 PM Sunday, October 11, 2009 at Saint Paul’s Community Church, 4427 Franklin Boulevard, Cleveland, 44102. Richard passed away Thursday, October 8, 2009 in Painesville. Born August 24, 1969 in Glasgow, Scotland, he moved to the United States in 1977 and has lived in Painesville for the past 15 years. He enjoyed playing his guitar in local bands. Richard was a cook at Tony’s Subway Inn in Painesville. Survivors are his mother, Margaret (Edward) Daull of Euclid; sisters, Avril McInally of Cleveland and Anslie McInally of Henderson, Nevada and nieces, Maggie, Mary, Chloe and Trystan. His father, Robert James McInally passed away in 1988. The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Sunday at Saint Paul’s Community Church in Cleveland. Pastor Doug Horner will officiate at the service beginning at 6 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Saint Paul’s Community Church.



NAME: Clyde J. Bleil
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Clyde J. Bleil Services for Clyde J. Bleil. 100, of Mentor, will be 10 AM Monday, October 12, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Bleil passed away Friday, October 9, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born June 24, 1909 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he was a lifelong Mentor resident. He was a charter member of the Lake County Live Steamers, and a member of Knights of Pythias Lodge in Mentor. He was also a member of the Lake County Nurseryman’s Association where he served many terms as President, a member and past chairman of Mentor Shade Tree Commission, and President of the Lake County Garden Club. He also served as a volunteer with the Mentor Fire Department for 10 years and volunteered at Lake MetroParks. Mr. Bleil was a nurseryman, and the former owner and operator of Bleil’s Florist and Garden Center in Mentor until his retirement in 1974. He held an interest in horticulture and maintained his own personal arboretum on his property. He is survived by his children, Chan (Mary Ann) Bleil of Mentor and Nancy (Cliff) Drobnick of Concord; grandchildren, Megan (Mike Fazzino) Bleil, Patrick Bleil, Brian (Gina) Drobnick and Daniel Drobnick; great grandson, Gideon Drobnick and brother, Charles Bleil of Delray Beach, Florida. His first wife, Zerviah, passed away in 1958 and his second wife, Anne, passed away in 2003. His sister, Lillian is also deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Russell E. Martin will officiate at the service on Monday. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family encourages contributions to a favorite charity.



NAME: John M. Cameron
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for John M. Cameron, 96, formerly of Lyndhurst, will be at 11 a.m. Friday, October 9, 2009 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8751 Kirtland Rd, Kirtland. Mr. Cameron died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009 in Iowa City, Iowa, where he had lived for the last few years. Johnnie McCall Cameron was born Jan. 23, 1913 in Brewer, Mississippi, the son of Julien and Ada Campbell Cameron. He was raised in Meridian, Miss., and married Shirley Ramsey in 1940. She died in 1994. Mr. Cameron was a baker by profession and worked for several large corporations, and also owned his own bakery before retiring in 1993. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by his sons John C. Cameron of Iowa City and Terry (Camilla) Cameron of Concord Township; grandchildren, Vicky (Eric) Eging of Chardon and John and David Cameron of Kirtland; great-grandchildren, George, Shawn, Caleb and Jesse Eging, and his former daughter-in-law Sandra Shope. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two brothers, Algernon and Roger, and a step-son, William Boling. Friends may call at the church on Friday, beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Bishop Kent Packer will conduct the services. Burial will be in the North Kirtland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to Alzheimer’s Association, P O Box 74924, Cleveland, OH 44194.



NAME: Stanley H. Ryan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Stanley H. Ryan, 84, of Eastlake, will be 11:00 AM Monday, September 28, 2009, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Ryan passed away Thursday, September 24, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born November 5, 1924 in Shinnston, WV, he has lived in Eastlake for more than 40 years and Northfield prior to that. Mr. Ryan was employed as a plumber for the former Plumbing and Heating Services company. He served the U.S. Navy on supply ships in the South Pacific near the end of WWII. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Virginia (Price) of Eastlake; sons John Ryan, of Eastlake, and Michael Ryan, of Mentor; grandchildren, Joshua (Amy), Tampa, FL, Brandon Bolton, currently serving in Iraq, Kyle and Nikita, both of Painesville, and great grandchildren, Nicolas, Marissa and Nathan. He is also the brother of Hayward, Glenn, William, Jr., Jayne, Kenneth, Ronald, Sandra, David, Linda, Wilbur, Richard and the late Thomas. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 AM, Monday. Final resting place will be at Crown Hill Cemetery, in Twinsburg.



NAME: Shirley M. (Wood) Stowe
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Shirley M. (Wood) Stowe An open house to celebrate the life of Shirley M. (Wood) Stowe, 58, of Rock Creek, will be Saturday, October 10, 2009 beginning at 2 PM with a time of remembrance at 3 PM at Kister’s Marina Clubhouse, 950 West 5th Street, Ashtabula, 44004. Shirley passed away Saturday, September 19, 2009 at Cleveland Clinic Foundation following a courageous battle with melanoma cancer. Born October 12, 1950 in Painesville, she was a longtime Northeast Ohio resident, living in the Rock Creek area for the past 35 years. She was an avid boater, and enjoyed cooking, reading and angelic spirituality. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. Shirley was a construction business owner and was a certified State of Ohio Women’s Business Enterprise (EDGE) contractor. Survivors are her husband of 33 years, Alvin H. Stowe; daughter, Michele (Brian) Stowe-Caya of Madison; grandchildren, Rio and Riley Caya; sister, Beverly J. Sturm of Boardman and brother, Clyde (Latish) Wood of St. Charles, Illinois. She also leaves her beloved poodles, Precious and Princess. Her parents, Clyde Wood and Clara (nee: Burgess) (Wood) Barchanowicz are deceased. There will be no calling hours at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Ashtabula County Animal Protective League, 5970 Green Road, Ashtabula, OH 44004. Envelopes will be available at the open house. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.



NAME: Ronald Burgess
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Ronald Burgess, 81, of Eastlake, died at home Friday, Sept. 18, 2009. He was born April 11, 1928 in Wickliffe, the son of Clifford and Lillie Granger Burgess. He was a veteran of the Korean War, and worked as a machinist in the aerospace industry. Mr. Burgess is survived by his sister, Geraldine Ellis, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Clara, and a brother, Clifford. There will be no calling hours or services. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Frank S. Ball
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Frank S. Ball, 73, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 11 AM Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church, 2846 SOM Center Road, Willoughby Hills. Frank went to Heaven to be with Jesus on Friday, September 18, 2009. Born April 6, 1936 in Bristol, Virginia, he was the youngest of nine children born to Greely and Ida (McNew) Ball. He moved to Lake County in 1988 from the Cleveland area, and became a member of the Brittany Residential family. Frank was employed by Deepwood Industries in Lake County for the past 20 years, and took great pride in performing his duties. Friends may call from 1-5 PM Tuesday, September 22, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, and from 10-11 AM Wednesday at the Church. Pastor Tom Fowler of Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens, Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to the Bonnie Schindler Summer Camp Endowment Fund, c/o the Deepwood Foundation, 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Camilla L. "Mo" Succi
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Camilla L. “Mo” (Roth) Succi, 88, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 11AM Saturday, September 19, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Succi passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at Heartland of Mentor. Born October 11, 1920 in Thayer, Illinois, she had lived in Willoughby for more than 70 years. She was a member of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elk Cleveland-Willoughby Lodge 18 Emblem Club and was a former member of Willoughby United Methodist Church. She was known for her pie baking, and was an avid bowler and swimmer in her earlier days. She is survived by her sisters, Louella “Wags” Gribbons of Naples, Florida, Beverly Jean Baker of Eastlake and Sandy (Jim) Gessic of Mentor and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Her husband of 49 years, Nick, passed away October 30, 1989. Her parents, Andrew and Edith Roth, brothers, Jack and William Roth and sister, June Keipert are also deceased. Friends may call from 9:30 AM until 11 AM on Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township immediately following the service.



NAME: George G. Dams
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for George Gilbert “Gil” Dams, 77, of Mentor and formerly of Willowick, will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Dams died Monday, Sept. 14 at Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born Feb. 5, 1932 in Cleveland, and had lived in Mentor more than 36 years. Mr. Dams was a bowling and golfing enthusiast, as well as a league secretary in both. In his earlier years, Gil enjoyed coaching his daughters’ softball teams and his sons’ baseball teams. He later coached men’s softball as well, and umpired both youth and adult softball. He was an animal lover at heart and enjoyed working in his garden. He was also an avid fisherman and camper, but his greatest joy was his 12 grandchildren. Mr. Dams was employed by Eaton Corp. at the Telecomputer Center in Eastlake for 37 years, and retired in 1987. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Carol (Helm) of Mentor; children: Doug (Sue) Dams of Mentor, Renée (Doug) Yutzy of Mentor, Jon (Judy) Miducki of Chardon, Michele Znidarsic of Willowick and Brent Luthanen of Mentor; grandchildren: Amie, Linsey, Briana, Rachael, Kelli, Ken, Justine, Bailey, Trevor, Brooke, Trent and Blake. His parents, George and Clara (Miller) Dams and step-children Lori and David Miducki are deceased. Friends may call on Thursday at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m., and on Friday beginning at noon. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St, Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: George D. Lehman Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 from 2-4, 6-8 PM; Funeral Service, Friday, Sept. 18, 2009 at 10:30 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for George D. Lehman, Jr., 80, of Willoughby, will be 10:30 AM Friday, September 18, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Lehman passed away Monday, September 14, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born July 20, 1929 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, he has lived in Willoughby for more than 50 years. He was very involved in the history of Willoughby as a founding member of the RamRod Busters. He was a Pioneer of the Year, recognized during the Frontiers’ Days parade, and volunteered at the Buffalo Chip Golf Classic at Lost Nation Golf Course for many years. He was also a multi-talented musician, known for his fiddle playing. He taught music lessons at the former Willo Music in Willoughby for 18 years. Mr. Lehman was employed by the Ford Motor Company at the Walton Hills Stamping Plant for 32 years, retiring in 1985. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Goldie (Jaynes) of Willoughby; son, George D. (Carol) Lehman, III of Mentor and daughter, Colleen Jones (Ken Boner) of Eastlake; grandchildren, Raymond Jones, Jessica Lehman and Sarah Lehman and great grandchildren, Paris, Ray and Brent Jones. His parents, George Sr. and Jenny (Evans) Lehman and brothers, Glenn, Dale and Charles are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Tadd A. Butler of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Virginia Mae Baker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Virginia Mae Baker, 91, formerly of South Euclid, died Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009 in Willoughby. She was born Sept. 5, 1918 in Cleveland, the daughter of Howard and Marie Leininger. Mrs. Baker lived most of her life in South Euclid. She was an active member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Cleveland Heights, and also at the Lyons Chapel at the Nason Center of Breckenridge Village, where she spent her last years. Her greatest passion was her family. She is survived by her three sons and their wives: Harland R. and Gaynell Baker of Kirtland, Richard A. and Mary Lou Baker of Bainbridge Twp., and Ronald E. and Loraine Baker of Kirtland; eight grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother Howard. Friends may call at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Friday from 9-10 a.m., and the funeral will follow at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. A Celebration of Life Service will be on Saturday, 2 p.m. in the Lyons Chapel at the Nason Center of Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Road, Willoughby. Memorial donations can be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Robert E. Faust
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Robert E. Faust, 68, of Mentor, will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at Saint Bede the Venerable Catholic Church, 9114 Lake Shore Boulevard, Mentor. Mr. Faust passed away Friday morning, August 21, 2009 at Hospice House on East 185th Street. Born October 19, 1940 in Willoughby, he was a lifelong Lake County resident, in Mentor for more than 50 years. He was a member of Club Ultimate Fitness Center in Eastlake, and was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. He enjoyed daily visits with all of his friends and lottery buddies at the Lighthouse Deli in Mentor. Mr. Faust was employed as a piece worker and plater at Parker-Hannifin Corporation Hose Division in Wickliffe for 44 years, retiring in 2005. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Diane (Krause) and daughters, Lori Faust of Mentor and Tricia Faust of Cincinnati; sister, Bev (Tom) Bird of Florida and brother, Leroy “Bud” (Carol) Faust of Mentor. He also leaves his brother-in-law, David (Uschi) Krause of Florida and many beloved nieces and nephews and their families. His son, Robert J. Faust passed away on February 17, 2004. His parents, John and Lina (Percival) Faust and sisters, Ruth McCarthy and Mary Jane Decker are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 4-8 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Timothy J. Plavac will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Mildred Wood
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mildred Wood, 86, of Chardon, died Friday, August 21, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. She was born March 28, 1923 in Cleveland. Mrs. Wood graduated form the Huron Road School of Nursing in 1944. She joined the U.S. Army and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corps. After her discharge, she was a homemaker and an avid reader. She loved swimming and entertaining, and enjoyed picnics and parties. Mrs. Wood is survived by her children, Karen (Greg) O’Brien, Wendy (Gary) Schnars, Susie (Jim) Liplin, and Jim (Barb) Wood; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a sister, Gladys Honaker; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by James Wood, her husband of 34 years in 1981; two brothers, Clarence and Willard Johnson; her adoptive parents, Oliver and Eleanore Hartman Boehringer; and a granddaughter, Tammy Liplin. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Davis-Babcock Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.



NAME: Virginia A. Borngen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Virginia A. (Burdick) Borngen, 88, of Eastlake, will be 10 AM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Borngen passed away Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Mentor-Way Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mentor. Born December 11, 1920 in Cleveland, she had lived in Eastlake for the past 60 years. Mrs. Borngen was a nurse’s aide for many years, most recently employed at the former Euclid General Hospital in Euclid. She is survived by her daughters, Arlene Hockenbrouch of Mentor, Jeanne (Bernard) Schmidt of Dunbar, West Virginia and Sally (Lawrence) Barth of Cleveland; grandchildren, Leah (Eric) Hartman, Anne Hockenbrouch, Russell (Emily) Hockenbrouch, Franz Hockenbrouch, Stephen Schmidt, Andrew (Jennifer) Schmidt, Katherine (Kevin) Gallagher and Amy (Jason) Byrne and great grandsons, Ryan Gallagher, Sean Byrne and Anthony Schmidt. Her husband of 35 years, Arthur Borngen passed away in August 1976. Her parents, William and Cathlyn (Hoke) Burdick and brother, William Burdick are deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. A. Paul Volkmann will conduct the services. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Unit E, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Thomas Gerbic
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Thomas Gerbic, 80, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Gerbic passed away peacefully, Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born November 12, 1928 in Bratenahl and raised in the Collinwood area, he has lived in Willoughby since 1974. He served his country proudly in both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict, where he earned a Purple Heart. Mr. Gerbic owned and operated Lake Cabinet and Flooring, Inc. in Mentor for over 50 years. He also managed a Fisher Foods grocery store at a young age. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Barbara (Houser); children, Sharon Puruczky (Douglas Nemura), Linda Shorter, Diane (Robert) Kaleta, Janet (Albert) Strukel and Thomas Gerbic, II; grandchildren, Eric, Keith, Courtney, Jason, Thomas, Logan, Alyssa, Krystin, Jennifer, Kimberly, Sarah, Thomas, III, Cali Rose and Roman; great grandchildren, Ava, Madelynn, Emma, Alex and Victoria; brothers, Anthony and Francis “Jack” Gerbic. His parents, Anton and Jennie (Winters) Gerbic and beloved sister, Judith Bischof are deceased. The family will receive friends from 4-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Dr. Russell E. Martin will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Waite Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the News-Herald Clothe-A-Child Fund, 7085 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 44094.



NAME: Rose Marie Shrout
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Rose Marie Shrout, 63, of Painesville, will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 at Grace Church of Mentor, 6883 Reynolds Road, Mentor. Mrs. Shrout peacefully went home to be with her Lord, surrounded by her family and loved ones, on Saturday, August 8, in Painesville. She was born November 2, 1945 in Cleveland, the daughter of Max and Sylvia Lucas Stein. She was an avid sports fan, and loved to watch any sport on television, especially golf. She worked for 18 years at TJ Maxx, most recently as a merchandiser and in the cash room as a counter. Mrs. Shrout is survived by her daughters Melissa Stein (Mark Baranauskas) and Marie Shrout, son Matthew (Renee) Shrout, grandchildren Andrew and Kaitlin, brother Billy Stein and brother-in-law Curt Zamec, and by many loving family members and friends. She had adopted her children’s dogs as part of her extended family. She was preceded in death by William, her husband of 27 years in 2004, her sister Nancy Zamec in May 2009, and by her parents. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby and at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, 44060, or to Grace Church of Mentor.



NAME: Ruth E. Bueschlen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Ruth E. Bueschlen, 98, of Willoughby, beloved daughter of the late Gilion and Amelia (Brandt) Buschlen, dear sister of the late Arthur Buschlen, Louise Buschlen and Josephine McClelland. Entered into rest August 9, 2009. Memorial service, Thurs., Aug. 20, at 11 AM at THE LYONS CHAPEL AT THE NASON CENTER OF BRECKENRIDGE VILLAGE, 36859 Ridge Rd., (St. Rt. 84, 1.5 miles east of St. Rt. 91), Willoughby. Private entombment was at Brooklyn Heights Cemetery Mausoleum. Those who wish may make contributions in her name to Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Rd., Willoughby, 44094. Arrangements by DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, Willoughby. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Betsy J. Byram
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Betsy J. Byram, 81, of Eastlake died at a nursing home in Madison Friday, Aug. 7, 2009. She was born Jan. 25, 1928 in Cleveland, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Coleman. She loved to golf and go bowling. Mrs. Byram worked for 30 years as a noon and lunch room aide at Washington Elementary School in Eastlake. She is survived by her daughter Beth (Pat) Briestensky of Conneaut; sons Jay (Cindy) Byram of Willoughby and Mark (Michelle) Byram of Madison; grandchildren Adam, Melissa, Monica and Eric Byram, Jessica (Tommy) Goggins, Jennifer (Sam) Taylor, and Michael, Jocelyn and Christopher Briestensky; and great-grandson Trent Taylor. She was preceded in death by Gilbert, her husband of 50 years in 2001, as well as her parents. Friends may call at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park, North Olmsted. Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Rd, Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Jennifer L. (York) Werber
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Jennifer L. (York) Werber Memorial services for Jennifer L. (York) Werber, 41, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Saint Bartholomew Episcopal Church, 435 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Village. Jennifer passed away Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. She was a graduate of Willoughby South High School and Bowling Green State University. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Jennifer was the founder and director of the Clapp Children’s Center at Breckenridge Village in Willoughby. She is survived by her beloved husband of 18 years, John Werber and sons, Mitchell and Alec; parents, Richard and Elizabeth York; brother, Richard Daryl (Paulette) York, sister, Amy York, niece, Grace York and mother-in-law, Midge Werber. There will be no calling hours. Private interment will be in Mentor Cemetery. The Rev. Gretchen K. Weller of Saint Bartholomew Episcopal Church will officiate at the service. The family encourages contributions the Clapp Child Care Center, 36857 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Robbie Sue Gurley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Robbie Sue Gurley Services for Robbie Sue (Cain) Gurley, 77, of Eastlake, will be 11 AM Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Peeple’s Funeral Home, 208 Third Ave., Chatsworth, Georgia. Ms. Gurley passed away Thursday, August 6, 2009. Born June 4, 1932 in Cleveland, Tennessee, she was a longtime Eastlake resident. She was a former member of Lakeland Baptist Temple in Eastlake and Willo-Hill Baptist Church in Willoughby. Survivors are her children, Howard (Patricia) Jr. of Willowick, Bruce of Willoughby, Donna (Dan) Lowther of Eastlake and Peggy of Mentor; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Her parents, Joe and Rene (Hilliard) Cain are deceased. The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM TODAY at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby and from 6-8 PM Tuesday at Peeple’s Funeral Home in Chatsworth. Final resting place will be in Fairy Valley Baptist Church Cemetery in Murray County, Georgia.



NAME: William R. Fishleigh
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for William R. “Bill” Fishleigh, 84, of Willoughby, will be 2 PM Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Fishleigh passed away Monday, August 3, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Born August 14, 1924 in Cleveland, he was a lifelong Lake County resident, living in Kirtland and Willoughby. He was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran and a charter member of American Legion Post 609 in Kirtland, American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post 214 in Willoughby, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500 in Willoughby. He served as a service officer in each of these organizations. He was also a 50-year member of Willoughby Lodge 302 Free and Accepted Masons, a charter member of the Kirtland Kiwanis Club and a member, past Vice-Commodore and Fleet Captain of Chagrin Lagoons Yacht Club in Eastlake. He also served as a zoning inspector for Kirtland Township and was a former member of Old South Church in Kirtland. Mr. Fishleigh was a self-employed plumbing contractor, retiring in 1986. He continued to help family and friends for many years and loved to putter around his garage. He is survived by his beloved and best friend, Jean Parker of Willoughby; daughters, Barbara F. Ramski of Eastlake and Janet L. (Sam) Fishleigh-Lett of Willoughby Hills; 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; brothers, Walter (Elaine) Fishleigh of Chardon and Richard Fishleigh of Willoughby. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families, his special friends, Monica and Denis Williams and their children of Willoughby and his loyal friends, Nick and Marleigh. His daughter, Linda L. Tracy passed away in 2007. His grandson, Michael Fishleigh-Lett, parents, Harry G. Sr. and Annie (Davis) Fishleigh, brother, Harry G. Fishleigh, Jr. and sons-in-law, Rick Ramski and John Laskowski are also deceased. Friends may call from 12 noon until 2 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Masonic services will be conducted at 2 PM by brethren of Willoughby Lodge 302 F. & A.M. Elder Allan B. Clough will officiate at the service following the Masonic rites. Private burial will be at South Kirtland Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Dennis M. Fletterich
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Committal services for Dennis Martin Fletterich, 66, of Willoughby, will be at noon Friday at Willoughby Memorial Gardens, on Lakeshore Blvd east of Lost Nation Road. Mr. Fletterich died Monday, Aug. 3, 2009 at a nursing home in Kirtland. He was born March 21, 1943 in Cleveland, the son of Martin William and Marilyn Lucille Hein Fletterich. He worked as a self-employed tradesman and was a U. S. Navy veteran. He is survived by his daughters, Lauren and Sarah Fletterich; his mother; a sister DeeAnn Tokar, and a brother, Mitchell (Cheryl) Fletterich, along with nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations can be sent to a favorite charity. Davis-Babcock Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.



NAME: Eulalia M. Totten
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Eulalia M. (Cox) Totten, 80, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 10:30 AM Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Kirtland Bethel Bible Church, 10172 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Totten passed away Friday, July 31, 2009 at Manor Care Health Care Services in Willoughby. Born April 20, 1929 in Kirtland, she was a lifelong Lake County resident. She was a member of Kirtland Bethel Bible Church. Survivors are her husband of 61 years, Kenneth C. Totten; son, Kenneth C. (Sophie) Totten, Jr., of Fort Mitchell, Kentucky; grandson, Carlton Totten; sisters, Celia Kepic of Kirtland, Grace Penty of Powell and brothers, Archer Cox of Kirtland, Lynn Cox of Geneva and Charles Cox of Hambden Township. Her son, Bruce Totten passed away on March 7, 2001. Her parents, Mason and Mable (Archer) Cox and sister, Nancy Katekaru are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Douglas L. Browning of Kirtland Bethel Bible Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Kirtland Bethel Bible Church Memorial Fund, 10172 Chillicothe Rd., Kirtland, 44094.



NAME: Betty L. Van Ho
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Betty L. (Winans) Van Ho, 83, of Tiffin, will be held Saturday, August 1, at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 312 South Main St., Payne, Ohio. Mrs. Van Ho returned to God’s loving arms on Monday, July 27, 2009 at Gateway Healthcare Center in Euclid. Born March 6, 1926 in Payne, she was a longtime resident in Tiffin before moving to Euclid. She was a Past Worthy Matron of Hesperian Chapter 281 Order of Eastern Star in Payne and served as the secretary at the Presbyterian Church in Tiffin for over 20 years. Prior to her work at the church, she was the business manager at the Paulding County Hospital. She is survived by her children, Greg (Kay) Van Ho of Euclid and Kay Ellen (Keith) Williams of Chester, NH; grandchildren, Adam and Tara Van Ho and Lt. Valerie Van Ho, USN and Bethany and Laurie Stack and Staff Sgt. Nicholas Stack, USAF and sister, JoAnn (Jack) Phipps) of Payne. She also leaves her sister-in-law, Jean Winans of Payne, and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Her daughter, Carrie Elizabeth Van Ho, parents, Adam and Cathryn (Price) Winans and brothers, Richard (Lois) and Alan Winans are deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM on Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby and from 4-8 PM on Friday at Dooley Funeral Home, 5761 State Route 500, Payne, OH 45880. Final resting place will be in Lehman Cemetery in Payne. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Alzheimer’s Association, 23215 Commerce park Dr., Ste. 300, Cleveland, 44122 or Hospice of Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Mabel E. Sullenberger
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Private family services for Mabel E. Sullenberger, 93, of Willoughby, will be held at Townsend Funeral Home in Masontown, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Sullenberger passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at her home in Willoughby. Born January 11, 1916 in Masontown, Pennsylvania, she lived there before coming to Lake County over 30 years ago. She is survived by her daughter, Yvonne Adams and her family, Jeffery, Jared and Barbara Ann Adams with whom she made her loving home. She is also survived by her other children, Jerry (Ruth) Sullenberger of Florida, Dwain (Ulrike) Sullenberger of Germany, Ronald (Jennifer) Sullenberger of Washington State and Barbara (Howard) Randolph of Florida; eight other grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter; sister, Ruth Townsend and brother, Edward Cain, both of Masontown, Pennsylvania. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded by her husband, Harry in 1979 and her sister, Helen Lytle in 1993. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 7-9 PM Wednesday, August 5, at the Townsend Funeral Home, 220 South Main St., Masontown, PA 15461. Final resting place will be in Greendale Cemetery in Masontown, PA.



NAME: Esther E. Severino
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Esther E. (Gerlock) Severino, 82, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Thursday. July 30, at Saint John Vianney Catholic Church 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor. Mrs. Severino passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at her home, with her family by her side. Born November 20, 1926 in Cleveland, she had lived in Lake County for the past 50 years. She attended St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mentor, where she served as the parish organist for many years. She also taught private organ lessons throughout Lake County for more than 30 years and enjoyed gardening and playing scrabble. Mrs. Severino was employed by ARDAC, Inc. and later at Concord Castings, both in Eastlake. She is survived by her children, Jerry (Deborah) Ehrmantraut of Eastlake, Cheryl (Craig) Richey of Painesville, Susan (fiancé, Barry Creager) Seibert of Piqua, and Deborah (Dale) Gilbert of Mentor; grandchildren, James (Pam) Richey, Jeannette Richey, Jessica Ehrmantraut, LeeAnn, Kristin and Melissa Gilbert, Anthony and Bryan Balzano and Megan Seibert; great grandchildren, Alexandria Swope and Aleah Richey; and sister, Irene Pawelecki of Cleveland. Her former husband, Merrill Ehrmantraut and second husband, Larry Severino are deceased. Friends may call from 5:30 – 8:30 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Jared Orndorff will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the contributions to the family would be appreciated.



NAME: Nellie Noggy
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Nellie Noggy, 88, of Eastlake, on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 E. 321st Street, Willowick at 11:30 a.m. Mrs. Noggy died Sunday, July 26, 2009 in Moundsville, West Virginia. She was born in Moundsville Oct. 7, 1920, the daughter of John and Mary Homick Kopcha. She had lived in Eastlake for over 60 years. Mrs. Noggy loved to crochet and was noted for perfection in her work. She also enjoyed drinking strong coffee (the stronger, the better) with her friends. She is survived by her son Joseph of New Orleans, and two sisters, Eva Donnachie and Mary Woods, and was preceded in death by Joseph, her husband of 65 years in 2007 as well as her parents. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Private interment will be at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. Memorial donations in her name may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association, P O Box 74924, Cleveland, 44194.



NAME: Mary Jane Davies
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Jane Davies, 70, of Willoughby, will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2009 at St. Felicitas Catholic Church, 140 Richmond Road, Euclid. Mrs. Davies died Thursday, July 23, 2009 at her home. She was born Dec. 20, 1938 in Cleveland, the daughter of James and Mary Stanonek Van Diest. She delivered Meals on Wheels for many years, and was the first woman to help the local Shriners with their hospital collections. She loved to care for her grandchildren. Mrs. Davies is survived by her children Dawn M. Davies, John R. (Donna) Davies, Jr., and Lois A. Davies (Harry Yanchar); grandchildren Ryan Yanchar and Richelle Davies; brothers James (Faith Ann) Thomas (Carol) and Richard (Marian) Van Diest; and her companion Jim Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband John in 1997. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. Entombment will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.



NAME: Jane W. Venen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Jane W. Venen, of Kirtland, will be 10 AM Friday at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Venen died Monday, July 20, 2009, at Lake East Medical Center, in Painesville. Born September 18, 1938, in Norwalk, OH, she was a resident of Kirtland for the past 37 years. She received a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Huron Road Hospital School of Nursing in 1960 and continued her education at Kent State University. Jane volunteered for Lake Metroparks at the Farmpark gift shop and attended Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church. She loved to quilt, play tennis and bridge, and music. She enjoyed traveling with her late husband and family and treasured each moment with them. She was a devoted wife and mother and known and loved for her gift of service to others. Mrs. Venen was an LPN instructor for the Willoughby/Eastlake Tech Center for 18 years, retiring in 1992. She also taught an adult LPN program through Lake West Hospital. Prior to that, she was an RN with Lake County Hospital System. She touched many lives in her years as an instructor. Survivors are her son, John (Lynn) Venen, daughter Barbara Venen, grandchildren Nicole, Danielle, and Kyle Venen, sister Jackie (James) Miller, nephew Jerry Miller and niece Susan Miller. Her husband Jack, parents Harold and Ida (Latham) Warner and sister Barbara Latham, are deceased. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the funeral home, where funeral services will be Friday at 10 AM. Private inurnment services will be at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Hts. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions go to LBDA (Lewy Body Dementia Association), 912 Killian Hill Rd. SW, Suite 202C, Lilburn, GA, 30047.



NAME: Esther N. Kolitch
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Esther Naomi Kolitch, 96, died Sunday, July 19. She was born Aug. 18, 1912 in Cleveland, the daughter of Edward Norton and Lizzie Mae Clark Reed. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Steven M. Kolitch; son Richard H. Reed; grandchildren Dennis (Julie) Reed, Denise (Bob) Costello, Darrell (Sue) Reed and Dwayne Reed; six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; a sister, Kezia Brooks; as well a host of nieces and nephews extending four generations. She was preceded in death by 10 sisters and a brother. Friends may call at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby on Monday, July 27 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at the funeral home. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Temple Corps Salvation Army, 11765 Grovewood Ave., Cleveland, 44110. Interment will be private.



NAME: Robert I. O'Dell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Robert Irving O’Dell, 87, of Mentor, will be at 2:00 p.m. at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Avenue in Mentor on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. Mr. Odell died Saturday, July 18, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born May 10, 1922 in Cleveland, the son of Kenneth Keith and Margaret L. (Collins) Odell. He, his mother and his siblings all graduated from Euclid Shore High School. He attended the University of Delaware and graduated from Baldwin Wallace College in Berea. Mr. Odell was a member and former trustee of Mentor United Methodist Church. He loved sailing and was a member of the Mentor Harbor Yachting Club for many years. Mr. O’Dell was a U.S. Army veteran who served his country during World War II in Holland, Germany and France as a member of the 104th Infantry Division (Timberwolves). He was the founder and president of Lake Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. He started the business in 1948, and retired from it in 1986. In 1979 he was honored by The Builders Exchange for exceptional craftsmanship on the track and football field complex of Mentor High School. Mr. Odell is survived by Ruth (Farley), his wife of 66 years; daughter Linda O’Dell (Douglas) Granger and son Gregory (Nancy) O’Dell; grandchildren Pamela and Stephanie Granger and Brent (Heather) and Damon (Kelly) Tarantino; a sister, Marilyn (Carl) Ely; three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother John Keith (Jack) O’Dell. Friends may call at the church from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his name to the Mentor United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 8600 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, 44060-5874 or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor Avenue, Mentor, 44060-1874. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby.



NAME: Harold E, Rice
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Harold E. Rice, 73, of Mentor, will be Saturday, August 1st, at 11:30, at Mentor Cemetery, in Mentor. Mr. Rice passed away Friday, July 17, 2009, at his home in Mentor. Mr. Rice was born in Mansfield, OH, August 2, 1935, the son of the late James and Alice Rice. He graduated with a civil engineering degree from The Ohio State University, and was the president of Steel Specialty and Supply, which he co-founded in 1977, serving in that capacity until his retirement in 1996. Mr. Rice married the former Anne L. Taylor in March, 1957, and they have resided in Mentor for the past 44 years. She survives him at home. He is also survived by three daughters, Robinn Steenburg, of Hudson, Cathi Rice, of Mentor, and Traci (Mike) Hissam, of Mentor, and his three grand-daughters, Kyle and Lindsey Steenburg and Lauren Hissam. Mr. Rice had a golfing passion and belonged to various clubs over the years. He was an avid sports enthusiast who loved traveling and resided in Florida most winters. He was a member of the Mentor United Methodist Church for the past 45 years. The family encourages friends to attend the graveside service at 11:30, as well as a reception to follow at noon at Lawnfield Inn, 8434 Mentor Ave., Mentor. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119-1330, or, the Epilepsy Foundation of NE Ohio, 7800 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44115.



NAME: Mary Ann Green
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Mary Ann Green, 75, of Painesville, will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8751 Kirtland Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Green died Thursday, July 16 in Cleveland. She was born in Trimble, Ohio Dec. 9, 1933, the daughter of Albert J. and Alice Clara Caldwell Corwin. She married Thomas Leroy Green July 29, 1956, and he died in 1984. Mrs. Green taught music to many students. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served as an organist for many years. She is survived by her children, Patrick Green, Susan (Tim) Rhein and Heather (Terry) Jarrell; grandchildren Alec and Sydney Green, Thomas Crane (fiancée Stephanie Terepka), Rachel Belford, Brittney Crane (fiancé Johnathan), Audriana Crane, and Brian, Brandon and Jasmine Jarrell; great-grandchildren Trent, Kileigh, Alissa, Ayden and Leilani; and a brother Charles (Ann) Corwin. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, James Baldy, Clarence Bernard and Linda Bernard. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby on Monday from 5-8 p.m. There will be no calling hours at the church Tuesday morning. Interment will be in the North Kirtland Cemetery.



NAME: Donald H. Silva
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Donald H. Silva, 76, of Willoughby, will be at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 19, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Silva died at his home on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. He was born in Cleveland April 18, 1933, the son of Frank and Elsie Lawson Silva. He loved to go fishing on Lake Erie, and was a social member of Willoughby VFW Post 1500. Mr. Silva worked for Parr Paint Company in Cleveland for over 30 years, and retired from there. He is survived by his children: Connie Silva, Sandy (Victor) Defoe, Jeff (Dee) Silva and Brenda (Scott) Woodside; 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Silva, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris in 1993, and by his brother Bob. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. Committal services at Willoughby Memorial Gardens will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday.



NAME: Iona Barrett
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Iona Barrett, 73, of Mentor, will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Iona died Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Cardinal Nursing Home in Madison with her family by her side. She was born Dec. 5, 1935 in Cleveland, the daughter of James and Florence Stark Shear. She moved to Mentor in 1962. Iona enjoyed Bingo, garage sales and spending time with her family. She was known as “Ma” and “Grams” to many in her community. She is survived by her eight children: Gloria (Charles) Rapkin of Perry, Carol (William) LaForce of Madison, Thomas (Megan) McDonald of Eastlake, Greg (Laura) McDonald of Mentor, Anita (William) Penny of Willoughby, George (Tracey) McDonald of Thompson, Beth (Donald) Allen of Kirtland, and Joel (Lynn) McDonald of Mentor. Also surviving are her beloved 18 grandchildren: Donna Lowe, David and Sarah LaForce, Sherry, Michael, James, Samantha, Haley, Melissa, Casey, Dannilynn and Jessie McDonald, Gloria Higgins, Dana Lyons, Joseph Yopp, Nicole Hencie-Bertrand, and Alicia and Mitchel Allen. Iona also has 10 great-grandchildren, Amanda, Christian, Allysa, Angel, Kaitlyn, Allison, Aidan, Alayna, Bailey and Payton, as well as one great-great-grandchild, Jayden Lynn. She was preceded in death by her husbands George McDonald and Joel Barrett, her brother James and Donald Shear, her sisters Norma Ollie, Geraldine Belz, Gertrude Shear, and her parents. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from noon until 3 p.m. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Virginia M. Dustman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Virginia M. (Ballentine) Dustman, 99, of Willoughby Hills, a homemaker, will be 7 PM Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby. Mrs. Dustman died July 15, 2009 at Mentor-Way Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born Dec. 1, 1909 in Weston, West Virginia, she lived in Willoughby Hills since 1939. She was a member of Willoughby United Methodist Church. She was also a member of Order of Eastern Star Willoughby Chapter 202, the Willoughby Woman’s Club, Willoughby Garden Club and was a founding member of the “Later Than You Think Dance Club.” An avid bridge player, she belonged to various bridge clubs. Survivors are her sons, Wayne E. (Connie) Dustman of Munson Township and Ronald G. (Judy) Dustman of Eastlake; grandchildren, Dawn (Leo) Fertig, Ryan (Jen) Dustman and Tricia (Carmine) Calabrese; and great-grandchildren, Kayla and Adam Fertig, Carina and Cody Calabrese and Jacob and Madison Dustman. Her husband, Harold P. Dustman, died Oct 10, 1994. Her parents, William David and Floy Dell (Norman) Ballentine and siblings, William, Norman, Timothy, Fred, John, Edward and Mary Ellen Ballentine, Kate Parks and Julia Russell, are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Don Perks and Rev. Lorna J. Westlake of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Private entombment will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, OH 44060 or Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Earl Anderson Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, July 13, 2009 from 3-8 PM at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 11:30 AM Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
   
OBITUARY: Earl Anderson, Jr. Mass of Christian Burial for Earl Anderson, 82, of Willoughby, will be 11:30 AM Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 37932 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Anderson passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009 at his home. Born June 16, 1927 in Waid Township, Ohio, he was a longtime Willoughby resident. He was World War II United States Navy veteran and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Willoughby. He was a 1945 graduate of the former Willoughby Union High School. Mr. Anderson was a self-employed barber, operating his own barber shop on Vine Street in Willoughby for more than 50 years and also operated Anderson Music Store for about 20 years. He was an avid reader, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, playing pool and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, David (Donna) Anderson of Willoughby, Don (Joanne) Anderson of Willoughby Hills, Janet (Chris) Frey of Euclid, Ken (Dawn) Anderson of Kirtland and Tom Anderson of Gates Mills; grandchildren, Eric, Daniel (Carin), Ann (Chris) Boehnen, Patrick, Lindsay, Meredith, Megan, Alyssa, Emma, Olivia and Sarah Anderson and Maureen (Adam Munson), Lauren (Jeremiah Swetel), Katie, Marie, David and Tim Frey; 10 great grandchildren; brother, Ted (Louise) Anderson of Willowick. He also leaves his nieces and nephews and their families. His beloved wife of 54 years, Marjorie A. (Simon) Anderson, passed away October 30, 2002. His parents, Earl Sr. and Hazel (Spencer) Anderson are also deceased. Friends may call from 3-8 PM on Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Michael J. Troha of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060-1830.



NAME: Veronika Borsos
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Veronika Borsos, 86, of Munson Township. will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 401 North Street, Chardon. Mrs. Borsos died Saturday, July 4, 2009 in Huntsburg. She was born Feb. 3, 1923 in Zrinj, Croatia, the daughter of Stanko and Kata Remeta Babic. She had lived in Munson Township for the last four years, and prior to that had been a resident of Eastlake. Mrs. Borsos was a member of the JFK Senior Citizens Center, and a former member of St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church. She did knitting work and volunteered for hospice. She was an avid rose grower, and was known for her baking, especially her angel wings and strudels. She is survived by her daughters, Katherine Jasko of Strongsville, Mary Ann (Russell) Francis of Munson Twp. and Veronika (Timothy) Talbot of Rochester, New York; six grandchildren: Michael, April, Matthew (Heather), Benjamin, Daniel and Caleb; and a great-grandson, Luke Matthias. Mrs. Borsos was preceded in death by her husband Matthew in 1982; parents, a sister Anna Dugac in 2009, a brother, Mato Babic, and other siblings in Croatia. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby on Tuesday, July 7. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon. Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice of Care Corp., 831 South Street, Chardon, 44024.



NAME: Dorothy M. Yaxley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Dorothy May “Tommy” Yaxley, 89, died June 23, 2009 in Chardon Township. She was born May 8, 1920 in Cleveland, and lived in East Cleveland before moving to Russell Township 39 years ago. She was a graduate of Shaw High School. Mrs. Yaxley worked as a secretary for many years, and enjoyed volunteering for parks and animal shelters. She was known for her many sewing skills, especially needlepoint. Mrs. Yaxley is survived by her daughters: Ruth (Jim) Sweet, Rita Lynn, Roberta (Jerry) Boger, Robin (Terry) Leigh and Rhonda Yaxley; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Marge McDonnold. Her parents, Frederick and Caroline Stacey Thomas, are deceased. There will be a gathering of family and friends from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2009 at Turkey Ridge Picnic Shelter at West Woods in Geauga Park District, 9465 Kinsman Road (Route 87) east of Route 306. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to Geauga Park District Foundation, 9160 Robinson Road, Chardon 44024 or to Rescue Village, Geagua Humane Society, P O Box 116, Novelty, OH 44072. Private family graveside services will be held at a later date in the Willoughby Cemetery.



NAME: Melanie Sue Austin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Melanie Sue Austin, 55, of Eastlake, will be at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Erieside Church on the Boulevard, 221 East 320th Street, Willowick. Mrs. Austin died Monday, June 29 at Hospice House in Cleveland. She was born Nov. 15, 1953 in Painesville, and graduated from North High School in Eastlake. She was a member at Erieside Church for many years. Melanie was an avid seamstress who made costumes for many church and school plays, as well as her own and others’ costumes for the Civil War reenactments that she participated in throughout the eastern United States. She enjoyed photography, and learned American Sign Language so well she started a choir at church to interpret the hymns in ASL. Most importantly, she had a pure heart and loved to serve others. Melanie worked as a secretary for the RoseMary School in Euclid for 10 years. Melanie is survived by her loving husband, Don; daughters Deanna Lynn (fiancé Ben Forgard) and Courtney Renee Austin; step-daughters Ronda Boomhower, Kimberlee Austin and Marcella Godleski; grandchildren Matthew Feiters, and Joshua and John Thomas Boomhower; her sisters Melinda Weinberger (Melanie’s twin) and Penny Corbet; a brother, Frank Heidinger; nieces Melissa Shade, Kimberly Fisher and Christen Weinberger; aunt Frances Pavlik; and many great-nieces and nephews. Her mother, Nadine Key and brother Ricky Key are deceased. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Helen Jenkins
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Helen Jenkins, 91, of Eastlake, will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Jenkins died Friday, July 3, 2009 at a nursing home in Kirtland. She was born Sept. 27, 1917 in Dunlo, Penn., the daughter of Petrus and Anna Ujaczky Royko. Mrs. Jenkins is survived by three sons: Ernest and Raymond (Rose), both of Eastlake, and Thomas (Carol); 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and a sister, Sue Smygelski, of Twinsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Ernest Fuller Jenkins in 1978; brothers Michael and John; sisters Mary Seruga, Margaret Makarosky, Veronica Patton and Ann Rusnak; a granddaughter Shelli Jenkins; and her parents. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, July 5 at the funeral home. Rev. Kevin Leibhardt will officiate at the service, and burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Sharon Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Sharon (Poling) Smith, 48, of Willoughby, will be 5:30 PM Monday, July 6, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Smith passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at Lake Health in Painesville. Born September 8, 1960, in Madison, she attended North High School and worked at Precious Metal Plating for more than 30 years. She is survived by her father, William Poling of Florida , husband, Robert Smith of Eastlake, daughter Amy Smith (Eric Casciato) of Willoughby, and son, Robert Smith, Jr. of Eastlake. She leaves her special friend, Ed Evilsizer of Eastlake. She is also survived by sisters Joyce Starcher of Concord Twp., Marilynn Whitman of Kirtland, half-brother Christopher Poling and half-sister Cathy Poling, both of Geneva, her dear uncle Donald McGinley of Eastlake, and many nieces and nephews. Her mother, Arlene McGinley, brother, William Grant Poling, Jr. and sister, Robin Baron are deceased. Sharon was a strong advocate for the care and treatment of animals and was a huge John Mellencamp fan. Friends may call from 4:00 PM until the time of services at 5:30 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home. Sharon’s cousin, Rev. Patricia Ludwig will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Mentor, 44094.



NAME: Daniel E. Vermilye
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Daniel Vermilye, 52 of Cleveland, will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Willowick, 31433 Vine St , Willowick. Mr. Vermilye passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009, at UHHS Richmond Medical Center, in Richmond Hts. Born July 3, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, his family moved to Lake County where he attended school in the 1960’s and early 70’s. He has lived in Cleveland for more than 20 years. He worked as a dispatcher most of his adult life. Survivors include his mother Clarissa Lemoine, of Cleveland, brother David (Beth) Vermilye, of Grand Rapids, sister Denise (Dennis) Gould, of Forestville, NY, 5 nephews, one great-nephew and his fiancé Ampora Vega. His father, Walter G. Vermilye and brother Daryl are both deceased. The family will greet friends from 2 – 5 PM Wednesday at the church. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church of Willowick, 31433 Vine St, 44095.



NAME: Norbert E. "Hoppy" Hopkins
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Norbert E. “Hoppy” Hopkins, 90, will be 10 AM Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Mentor Baptist Church, 7500 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor. Mr. Hopkins passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 at the Abbey Assisted Living in Mentor. Born January 27, 1919 in Cleveland, he lived in Lake County for more than 50 years, coming from the Cleveland area. He was a United States Army veteran and enjoyed woodworking and making yard ornaments. He and his daughter also enjoyed taking day-long bus trips, traveling to various points of interest. His absolute favorite thing was cottage cheese, followed closely by ice cream. He also would never turn down pork and sauerkraut. Mr. Hopkins was employed as a supervisor at Jergens, Inc. of Cleveland and retired in 1987. His wife, Helen passed away in February, 1987 and his daughter, Marjorie passed away in October, 2008. His parents, Q. O. and Katherine Hopkins are also deceased. Friends may call from 6-8:30 PM Wednesday at Mentor Baptist Church. Pastor Brian Landrum of Mentor Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.



NAME: Andrew S Klima
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Andrew S. Klima, 89, of Concord Township, will be 10 AM Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at Saint Gabriel Catholic Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township. Mr. Klima passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby, after a short illness. Born November 29, 1919 in Klusov, Czechoslovakia, his family immigrated to the United States when he was nine years old, and settled in Lake County, where he has lived for the past 80 years. He was a founding member of Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Mentor and Saint Gabriel Catholic Church and enjoyed working in his yard. Mr. Klima was a machinist at the former Ohio Rubber Company in Willoughby. He retired in 1982 after 42 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Jannetta L. (Weymers) (Reese) Klima; children, David A. Klima of Painesville Twp., Patricia Caruso of Arizona, Robert L. (Renee) Reese of Painesville Twp., and Jeanne (Michael) Schussler of Mentor; 10 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He also leaves his siblings, Mary Ann (Robert) Jones of Solon, Lucy Angel of West Palm Beach, Florida and Joseph (Jan) Klima of West Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and brother-in-law, Bill Boor of Fredericksburg, Texas and their families. His first wife, Belle (Williams) Klima, passed away February 1, 1991. His parents, Joseph and Mary (Svec) Klima and sister, Anne Boor are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. John Pfeifer of Saint Gabriel Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Saint Gabriel Catholic Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Rd., Concord Township, OH 44060.



NAME: Vada I. Measles
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Vada Irene Measles, 76, of Madison, will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willougby. Mrs. Measles died Friday, June 19, 2009 in Madison. She was born Aug. 30, 1932 in Elkins, West Virginia, the daughter of Louis and Thelma Cooper Marcilla. For many years she was a member of North Mentor Centenary United Methodist Church, where she attended the women’s group and taught Sunday School. She later attended Mentor Plains United Methodist Church and was a member of Chapel United Methodist Church in Madison at the time of her death. She worked for many years at Dalton’s Manufacturing and later for the Mentor School District as a teacher’s aide. Mrs. Measles is survived by Powell, her husband of 41 years; daughter Denise (Dave) Nusker; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Edgar Kimble, Jr., step-son David Measles and sister Ormae Kelly. Her parents are also deceased. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4-7 p.m. Pastor Randy Weaver will officiate at the service, and entombment will be in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Delbert M. Nielson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Delbert Milton Nielson, 85, of Eastlake, will be at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 21, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Nielson died Friday, June 19, 2009 at a nursing home in Columbia Station. He was born June 15, 1924 in Cleveland, the son of Rudolph C. and Della M. Petersen Nielson. Mr. Nielson was a member of St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church in Eastlake. He was an expert woodworker and carpenter in his spare time. He also loved camping and traveling, and enjoyed photography. Mr. Nielson served in the U. S. Navy for a short time during World War II. He retired in 1989 after 30 years as a tool and die maker for Osborn Manufacturing. He is survived by his sons Timothy, Thomas (Sue), David (Sarah), Mark (Denise); daughters Mary Beth (Bill) Grant and Susan (Ed) Drabek; daughter-in-law Betsy Nielson; 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary Rita in 2005; a son James, brother Harold and sister Laura Rogers. Friends may call on Sunday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Fr. Kevin Liebhardt will officiate at the service. Private inurnment will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Cleveland.



NAME: Dolores M. Ebel
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Dolores M. Ebel, 83, of Mentor, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Friday at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mrs. Ebel passed away Sunday, June 14, 2009 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. Born November 25, 1925 in Euclid, she was lifelong area resident. She is the beloved mother of Jacqueline (Ronald) Vidmar of Painesville, Gayle Ebel of Mayfield Hts., Teresa Imhoff of Kirtland, Kenneth Ebel of Mentor, Claudia (Brian) Siers of Kirtland and Darlene Tuccillo of Mentor; grandmother of 11; great-grandmother of six; sisters, Wilma Zehe and Lorilee Luster, and brothers, Harold and Donald Ischay. Mrs. Ebel is the loving wife of the late Kenneth Ebel, who died in 1991. her parents, George and Mimmie (Stein) Ischay and brothers Kenneth and Harry Ischay are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday, June 18, at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Thomas Elsasser of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, in Chardon Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tribute Program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105-1942.



NAME: Julia F. Molinski
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Julia F. Molinski, 92 of Painesville, will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Molinski went home to be with the Lord, June 12, 2009, at Lake Med Nursing Home in Painesville, at the age of 92. Born October 29, 1916, in Cleveland, Ohio, she moved to Lake County in 1952 and lived in Willowick for more than 50 years. She was the wife for 45 years of the late Stanley Frank Molinski, who died in 1983. She loved her family, church activities, cooking and any sporting activity. She swam into her 70’s, and, as a young woman, played basketball and baseball. She was a member of the AMLA (Slovenian) Lodge #40, and performed on a Cleveland drill team in her early 20’s. Survivors include sons Stephen R. (Debby) Molinski, of Painesville Twp., Richard J. (Lisa) Molinski, of Ocala, FL, and daughter Sandra (Bill) Kadunc, of Willowick. She is the loving grandmother of Kim, Cheryl, Amanda, Joshua, and Caleb, great-grandmother of Melinda, Krystin, Ray, Tim, Bill, Bethany, Taylor, Lindsay, Tory and Joy, and great-great-grandmother of Timmy, and the aunt of Danny Canzone and family. Her parents, one brother, Henry Kerzic, and one sister, Jean Canzone, are deceased. Friends may call Monday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Funeral services will be at the funeral home Tuesday at 10:00 AM. Burial will be at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Twp. Memorial contributions should be made to Grace Church of Mentor Benevolent Fund, 6883 Reynolds Rd., Mentor, 44060. God Bless you, Julia.



NAME: Victoria McGrath
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Victoria McGrath, 82, of Mentor, will be 7 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The family will receive friends from 6-7 PM prior to the service. Mrs. McGrath passed away Friday, May 29, 2009 at her daughter’s home, after a long and valiant battle with lung disease. Born October 31, 1926 in Wallaubury, Ontario, Canada, a daughter of John and Amiela Lark, she has lived in Mentor for the past 40 years. Victoria had an adventurous spirit, and used to say that she had traveling feet. She was full of style and grace and was a true lady in every sense. She, her husband and five children traveled the world living in countries such as Aruba and Jamaica. As a talented artist, she and her late husband enjoyed traveling the country to art shows near and far. She never met a stranger, was always vibrant, energetic and enjoyed her life to the fullest. Victoria was a true Cleveland sports fan, and never missed an opportunity to watch our teams on television. In her last days, she was convinced that she would witness a Cavaliers playoff victory. She is survived by her children, Cheryl, Barbie, Kerry (Carolyn), Robin (Diana) and Johnny (Annie); grandchildren, Torry, Dominic, Melanie, Kelly, Matthew, Robyn, Corey, Erin, Taylor, Casey and Hunter; great grandchildren, Dominic, Angelina and Maileen. She also leaves her sister, Mary Foulds and her son, Robert. Her husband, Matthew McGrath passed away in 1986. The kindness, patience and tenderness shown by everyone from Hospice of the Western Reserve was overwhelming. You are all truly angels on earth.



NAME: Delma Joy Meadows
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Delma Joy (Vencill) Meadows, 72, of Eastlake, will be 10 AM Wednesday, May 27, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Meadows passed away Sunday, May 24, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born March 23, 1937 in Russell County, Virginia, she has lived in Eastlake for the past 48 years. She was an avid bowler, crafter and enjoyed playing bingo. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Meadows was employed by Wiseco Piston Company in Mentor before her retirement. Survivors are her beloved husband of 57 years, James G. Meadows; children, James A. (fiancée, Marie Barber) Meadows of Garrettsville, David G. Meadows of Eastlake, Patty J. (Cliff) Freeman of Eastlake, Donald R. Meadows of Perry, Robert A. (Lisa) Meadows of Wickliffe and John D. (Nancy) Meadows of Eastlake; 11 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and her sister, Faye Neal of Cedar Bluff, Virginia. Her son, Jerry Lee Meadows, grandson, Edward James Meadows and parents, John and Georgia (Johnson) Vencill are deceased. The family will receive friends from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens, Willoughby.



NAME: Grace Maxine Lawrence
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, May 17, 2009 from 2-6 PM Funeral Service: Monday, May 18, 2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Grace Maxine (Stahl) Lawrence, 75, of Sugar Land, Texas, will be 10 AM Monday, May 18, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Lawrence passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at Silverado Nursing Home in Sugar Land where she had been receiving hospice care for about a week. Born April 9, 1934 in Harrison County, Ohio she was a longtime resident of Willowick before moving to Sugar Land about 2 ½ years ago. She was a former member of the Church of Christ, both in Mentor and Euclid. She was currently a member of the Sugar Grove Church of Christ in Texas. Mrs. Lawrence was a registered nurse for 45 years, having worked at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby, TRW, Chase Brass and Copper Company and General Electric. She is survived by her son, Dale Lawrence and daughter, Judy Lawrence, both of Sugar Land, TX; grandsons, Joshua (Ashley), Jason and Jacob Lawrence; sisters, Marie (Harold) Ferguson of Stillwater, OH and Mary Calhoun of Massillon, OH. Her husband of 41 years, Donald R. Lawrence, passed away in 1997. Her parents, Frank S. and Nellie J. (Hines) Stahl and brother, Leonard H. Stahl are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday, May 17, at the funeral home. Evangelist Elmer Spence of Madison Avenue Church of Christ and Evangelist Charles Mingle of the Euclid Church of Christ will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Sugar Grove Church of Christ, c/o Lilia’s Place, a Christian Home for Orphans, 11600 West Airport Boulevard, Meadows Place, TX 77477-3095.



NAME: Theodore L. Lazarus
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, May 14, 2009 from 4-8 PM Funeral Service: Friday, May 15, 2009 at 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Theodore Leo Lazarus, 85, of Eastlake, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Lazarus died Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born Nov. 22, 1923 in New York City, the son of Daniel and Mary Charvat Lazarus. He served in the U. S. Army in World War II, with the 45th Division, 179th Infantry in Anzio, Italy, as well as France, Belgium and Germany. His heroic actions earned him a Purple Heart and four Bronze Stars. He was an avid collector of memorabilia and an amateur archaeologist of Indian artifacts. Mr. Lazarus was employed by Great Lakes Manufacturing and Thompson Products as a machinist. He leaves behind his beloved wife and best friend of 62 years, Isabelle Skur Lazarus; his loving children Bruce (Kathi) Lazarus, Jacqueline Lazarus Kaluza and Terry (Judith) Lazarus; dear grandchildren Cassandra (Casey) Kaluza, Danny and Zachary Lazarus, and Lindsay Gonzales; and great-grandchildren Wesley and Edan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Davey. Friends may call on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. Memorial donations may be sent to The Parkinson’s Foundation at Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave, Desk NB21, Cleveland 44195.



NAME: David C. Duffin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for David Charles Duffin, 58, of Mentor, will be at noon Thursday, May 7, 2009, in the Perry Cemetery. Mr. Duffiin died at Lake West Hospital on Saturday, May 2, 2009. He was born Feb. 6, 1951 in Cleveland, the son of Howard Francis and Peggy Keho Duffin. Mr. Duffin was a graduate of Mentor High School. He loved to build and race hot rods and motorcycles. He was an employee of the Eaton Corporation, where he was an assembler. Mr. Duffin is survived by his wife of 33 years, Sue; sons Zack and Josh; daughter Jessica (fiancé Donnie Rittenberry); granddaughter Lilly Rittenberry; a sister Judy Harris; and a niece, Michelle Meyers. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Billy; and a sister, Barbara. Friends may call on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.



NAME: Frank Zayachak
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Divine Liturgy for Frank Zayachak, of Concord Township, will be 10 AM Monday, May 11, at St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church, 532 Lloyd Rd., Euclid. Mr. Zayachak passed away Thurs., May 7, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born October 12, 1924 in Fulton Run, Penn., he has lived in Concord Township for the past 11 years. He formerly lived in Mentor, Florida and California. He was a member of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church where he served as an usher and was also a member of the Holy Name Society at the Church. He was a World War II United States Navy Veteran serving in the Pacific Theatre and enjoyed deep sea fishing. He was a graduate of Duquesne University. Mr. Zayachak was retired from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Survivors are his wife of 11 years, Mary Jane Linsky; sister, Sophia Broyo of Lancaster, CA; sisters-in-law, Rose Janson of Leroy Township and Katherine Zayachak of CA and brother-in-law, Sal Amata of Cherry Valley, CA. He also leaves Mary Jane’s children and grandchildren who loved him dearly and several nieces and nephews and their families. His first wife, Theresa (Amata) Zayachak passed away in 1996. His parents, John and Mary Zayachak; sister, Ann Hollensworth and brothers, Michael and Joseph Zayachak are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 3-8 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. John S. Kachuba of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or a favorite charity.



NAME: John Gibson Murray
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: John Gibson Murray Memorial services for John Gibson Murray, 86, of Willoughby, a retired electrical engineer, will be 11 AM Friday, May 15, at the Lyons Chapel of the Nason Center at Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Rd., Willoughby. Mr. Murray passed away Saturday, May 2, 2009 at Fairmount Health Center at Breckenridge Village after a brief illness. Born December 27, 1922 in Washington, PA, he moved with his wife Kathryn from Washington to the Cleveland area in 1947 and settled in Willoughby in 1948. Mr. Murray earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Washington and Jefferson College and after his military service, completed his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering at Carnegie-Mellon University in 1947. After earning a commission in the United States Navy during World War II, he was assigned as the engineering officer on a Navy minesweeper, operating first in the Caribbean and then in the Philippines. When the ship returned to its home port in San Francisco, he was named the ship’s commanding officer, and was honorably discharged in May, 1946. Mr. Murray joined the Lincoln Electric Company in 1947, where he was employed for 37 years. By the time of his retirement, he was responsible for the design of all of Lincoln Electric’s arc-welding equipment and their line of electric motors. He was honored as the company “Man of the Year” on four different occasions during his career. He was also a company representative on various welding equipment standards committees on both national and international levels. He continued to serve as a consultant and expert witness on motors and welding equipment matters for an additional decade after his retirement. Mr. Murray was an early proponent for technician training in Lake County. He contributed to the development of the Chandler Technical School curriculum at its inception in 1962, and once the program was incorporated into Lakeland Community College, he continued to serve on the electronics committee until 1978. He was a life member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers and the American Welding Society. A longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, he served multiple terms as a Deacon, Trustee and Elder. He served on the Philanthropy Committee at Breckenridge Village and was an active member of the YMCA. He is survived by his wife of nearly 63 years, Kathryn (Wege) and children, Melynie (George) Kohn of Willoughby, Cheryl (Mark) Patterson of Burlingame, CA and Charles (Leslie) Murray of Moraga, CA and grandchildren, Heather Kohn, Chris Patterson, Charlie Patterson and Lisa Murray. There will be no calling hours. Private family interment will be held at Washington Cemetery in Washington, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 8522 East Ave., Mentor, 44060 or the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Rd., Willoughby, 44094. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Dick Grandia Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Dick Grandia, Jr., 62, of Painesville Township, will be on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at Community Christian Church, 370 Hale Road, Painesville Township. Dick was born April 18, 1947 in Cleveland, and was suddenly called home April 28, 2009. He worked as a mechanic for over 40 years. He was a man of many trades and talents who would lend a hand to anyone in need. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his companion, Jeanie Meyer; former wife Mary Zimmer; sons Richard and Thomas (Robin); grandchildren Halie, Thomas, Jr., and Kyle; a sister, Cheryl Murnyak; and two nieces, Leah and Lauren Murnyak. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dick Sr. and Leah Faye Greene Grandia, and an infant son Frank. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Community Christian Church, 370 Hale Road, Painesville, 44077 or the American Heart Association, P O Box 163549, Columbus, OH 43216.



NAME: Raemon W. Buck
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No calling hours. Graveside Service, Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 10 AM at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens.
   
OBITUARY: Graveside services and interment for Raemon W. Buck, 85, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mr. Buck died April 29, 2009 at Fairmount Health Center in Willoughby. Born November 15, 1923 in Willoughby, he was a lifelong Lake County resident. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby. Mr. Buck was an electrician with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 673 before his retirement in 1986. He recently received his 60-year membership pin from the local. Survivors are his wife of 59 years, Doris (Heidt) and daughter, Linda (Steven) Levine of North Olmsted. He also leaves his niece Eileen (nee: Beltavski) (Dr. Assem) Farhat and his nephew, Theodore (Tina) Beltavski and their families and his brother-in-law, Wayne (Esther) Heidt. His parents, Clyde and Ruby (Splitstone) Buck and brothers, Robert and Charles Buck, are deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Donald J. Grauer, Chaplain of Breckenridge Village will officiate at the services.



NAME: Bertha E. Wilson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, May 1, 2009 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM; Funeral Service: Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 11 AM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Services for Bertha E. (Schunck) Wilson, 83, of Eastlake, will be 11 AM Saturday, May 2, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Wilson passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born October 15, 1925 in Renova, Pennsylvania, she was a longtime Eastlake resident. She was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Auxiliary in St. Albans, West Virginia and was a member of the former Eastlake Flames Ladies Auxiliary of the Eastlake Volunteer Fire Department. She also enjoyed crafts and camping. Mrs. Wilson was employed as a cafeteria aide at Kennedy Junior High School and North High School in Eastlake. She retired in the early 1980’s after 15 years of service. Survivors are her husband of 55 years, Harold L. Wilson; son, Hal (Rosemarie) Wilson of Eastlake; grandchildren, Brian (Christa) Wilson, Jessica (Phil) Wilson, Mathew Wilson, Edward (Amber) Allen and Erica (Seth) Allen; great grandchildren, Austin, Emma and Madison; siblings, Gloria Hamilton of Wachula Florida, James (Sandy) Schunck of Willoughby, Larry (Eleanore) Schunck of Eastlake and Joy Ruffner of Erie, Pennsylvania. Her parents, James and Garnet (Anderson) Schunck are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael A. Currier of the Body of Christ Community will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Jayne E. Scott
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Saturday, May 2, 2009 from 1-3 PM.
   
OBITUARY: Jayne E. Scott, 76, died Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at a nursing home in Ravenna. She was born Nov. 19, 1932 in Cleveland, the daughter of William C. and Bertha Williams Bartell. Mrs. Scott was a classical pianist, and studied at the Willoughby Fine Arts Association and the Cleveland Institute of Music. She was an alumna of the Andrews School for Girls. Mrs. Scott worked as a secretary for the City of Willowick for 23 years before retiring in 2000. She is survived by her sons William A. Scott and James C. Scott, her daughter Kathleen A. Scott, and a cousin, Mitzi Bartell. Friends may call on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Inurnment will be in Ontario, Indiana. Memorial donations may be sent to the Lake County Dog Shelter, 2600 N. Ridge Road, Painesville, OH 44077.



NAME: Helen A. Steigauf
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, April 30, 2009 from 5-8 PM. Funeral Service, Friday, May 1, 2009 at 10 AM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Helen A. Steigauf Funeral services for Helen A. (Kovach) Steigauf, 85, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Friday, May 1, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Steigauf passed away Sunday, April 26, 2009 at Golden Living Center Western Reserve in Kirtland. Born February 8, 1924 in Scalp Level, Pennsylvania, she has lived in Willoughby for the past nine years. She held a special interest in the welfare and care of animals. She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Swope (Casey Lazdinis) of Euclid and Patricia Steigauf Vaughn (Jim Vaughn) of Park City, Utah; granddaughter, Lee (Timothy) Wilson of Albany, New York and great grandchildren, Norah and Bennett Wilson. Her husband, Robert Steigauf passed away on December 25, 1975. Her parents, Michael and Beatrice Kovach and siblings, Michael Kovach and Dolores Smith are also deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Dr. Walther P. Marcis of St. John Lutheran Church in Cleveland will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. Although flowers are welcome, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119-1330.



NAME: Betty J. Feltham
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 from 7-9 PM at the funeral home. All are welcome to attend. The funeral service and interment are private.
   
OBITUARY: Private family services will be held for Betty J. (Stoll) Feltham, 90, of Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Feltham passed away Saturday, April 25, 2009 at Sunrise Assisted Living Center in Willoughby, Born June 3, 1918 in Cleveland, she had lived in Willoughby Hills for the past 50 years. She was an active member of The Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) in Lyndhurst. Mrs. Feltham was an active volunteer with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program in Lake County, the Willoughby-Eastlake Schools, Lake West Hospital and the East Cleveland Community Kitchen. She was also a poll worker for the Lake County Board of Elections. She traveled extensively throughout Europe. Mrs. Feltham was employed as a secretary and assistant manager of the former Central National Bank in Beachwood, retiring in January 1982 after 20 years of service. She is survived by her children, Judith Feltham of Cleveland, James (Peggy) Feltham of Highland Heights and Laurie Feltham of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, Alan Stapleton and Allison (Bernard) Murphy; great grandchildren: David, Edward, Michael, Heather, and Spruce. She also leaves a sister-in-law, Janice Stoll, and three nieces. Her husband, Richard F. Feltham passed away December 23, 1983. Her parents, Charles and Bette (Mayer) Stoll and brother, Charles Stoll are also deceased. Friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Brad Perdom of The Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 8522 East Ave., Mentor, OH 44060, or a favorite charity. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Aileen M. Ward
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 from 7-9 PM Service at the graveside, Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at 12 Noon. Meet directly at the cemetery.
   
OBITUARY: Graveside services for Aileen M. Ward, 92, of Willoughby, will be at noon Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at Knollwood Cemetery, 1678 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Heights. Mrs. Ward died Saturday, April 25, 2009 in Willoughby. She was born June 24, 1916 in Lakewood, the daughter of Richard and Anna Nolan Neale. As the mother of three sons she learned to enjoy watching sports and rooted for the Indians and the Browns. She played the piano and enjoyed fishing. Mrs. Ward was a former member of Willoughby United Methodist Church. Mrs. Ward worked as a telephone operator for Ohio Bell, and then worked at Lubrizol for 17 years, retiring as head of the switchboard. She is survived by her three sons: Keith N. Ward of Camarillo, Calif., Kenneth R. Ward of Hilliard, and Kevin A. Ward of Bratenahl; three grandchildren, Rebecca, Douglas and Patricia; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Betty Ledenican of Mentor. Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth L. Ward in 1979; her brothers Howard, Jimmy, Wayne and Gene Neale; and her parents. Friends may call on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby. Memorial donations may be given to a charity of choice.



NAME: Timothy A. Culek
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Apr. 23, 2009 from 6-9 PM Funeral Service: Friday, Apr. 24, 2009 at 10:30 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Timothy A. Culek, 62, of Willoughby, will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Culek died April 20, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland after a short illness. Born Feb. 9, 1947 in East Cleveland, he was a lifelong Willoughby resident. He was a ham radio operator with the call letters of KQ8TC. His other interests included computers and photography. He was a graduate of Eastlake North High School, class of 1965 and Bowling Green State University School of Journalism, class of 1969. Mr. Culek was employed in the computer department at Lake Erie College in Painesville retiring in 2005. Prior to that, he had also worked in broadcasting at WEWS channel 5 and WAKC television stations as well as in editorial photography with the former Cleveland Press newspaper. Survivors are his wife of 37 years, Joyce (Anraku); daughter, Emily (Tom) Ostrowski M.D. of Maumee; parents, Frank and Phyllis Culek of Willoughby; sisters, Frances (Bruce) Carly of Kent and Mary Ann (Frank) Sinkovec of Montville Township. He also leaves many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and their families. His sister, Susan Culek and grandparents are deceased. Friends may call 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, Ohio 44060 or Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Unit E, Mentor, Ohio 44060.



NAME: Elizabeth Ann Shea
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Monday, April 20, 2009 from 5-8 PM in Willoughby; Tuesday, April 21, 2009 from 5-8 PM in Bridgeport, Ohio; Funeral Liturgy: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 10 AM in Barton, Ohio
   
OBITUARY: Funeral liturgy for Elizabeth Ann Shea, 80, of Willoughby, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Barton, Ohio. Mrs. Shea died Saturday, April 18, 2009 in Cleveland. She was born in Barton Nov. 16, 1928, a daughter of Samuel and Martha Tucak Koval. She loved to quilt and adored animals. Mrs. Shea worked as a secretary for the State of Ohio for 25 years. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Lawrence, Jr.) Coladangelo of Willoughby; sons Anthony “Pat” (Shirley) Shea of Nashville, Tenn. and Timothy (Nancy) Shea of Willoughby; four grandchildren: L.P. and Angela Coladangelo and Susie and Kati Shea; and two sisters: Veronica Dezera of St. Clairsville and Barbara Mlecik of Parma Heights. Mrs. Shea was preceded in death by her brother Samuel Koval and her sisters Mary Hinkel, Rose Hodges, Martha Rose and Katrina Koval. Friends may call on Monday from 5-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby, or Tuesday 5-8 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home, 920 National Road, Bridgeport. Memorial donations can be sent to Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd, Mentor 44060 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Helen Zelazny
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, April 20, 2009 from 7-9 PM Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 21,2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Helen Zelazny, 83, of Concord, North Carolina, will be 10 AM Tuesday, April 21, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Zelazny passed away Friday, April 17, 2009 at Northeast Medical Center in Concord, North Carolina. Born February 4, 1926 in Manbar, West Virginia, she lived in Willoughby for 46 years before moving to Concord, North Carolina seven years ago. Mrs. Zelazny was employed as a product demonstrator at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Concord, North Carolina. Survivors are her children, Keith (Pamela) Zelazny of Denver, Colorado and Karen (Harry) Hopes of Concord, North Carolina; grandchildren, Erin Zelazny, Matthew (Stacie) Hopes and Meagan Hopes; and sister, Elizabeth Chuzie of Girard, Pennsylvania. Her husband, Joseph Zelazny passed away in 1964. Her parents, Steven and Mary (Pegko) Bencze and siblings, Margaret Zgrebnak, Joseph Bencze and Bill Bencze are also deceased. Friends may call from 7-9 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston, will officiate the service. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to a charity of your choice.



NAME: Charles W. Hoffecker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Private family memorial services for Dr. Charles William Hoffecker, DPM, 86, of Willoughby will be at a later time. Dr. Hoffecker died Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Lake West Hospital. He was born Nov. 4, 1922 in Parker, Penn., the son of William and Lucille Canby Hoffecker. He was a Unites States Army veteran of World War II, where he served in the Pacific theater. Dr. Hoffecker was a member of the American Legion Post #678 Willowick-Eastlake, the Willoughby Rotary Club, and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #2300 in Willoughby. He also played in the Senior Golf League. Dr. Hoffecker’s practice as a podiatrist was in Willoughby for many years. He was a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association. He is survived by his wife, Vivian; a brother, Dr. Robert (Nancy) Hoffecker; sons William (Kim) Hoffecker and Gary (Bonnie) Glover; daughters Carol Hoffecker, Terri Nook and Julie (Lance) Gentile; grandchildren Kris and Ryan Hoffecker, Lance and Sarah Gentile, Ryan Nook and Dean (Tajana) Glover; and five great-grandchildren. Dr. Hoffecker was preceded in death by his first wife, Adda M. Hoffecker; son Jeffrey Glover; and his parents.



NAME: Ina M. Walton
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs. April 16, 2009 from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Fri., April 17, 2009 at 10 AM at First Baptist Church of Willowick
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Ina Mae Walton, 96, of Mentor, will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Willowick, 31433 Vine Street. Mrs. Walton died Tuesday, April 14, 2009 in Mentor. She was born Dec. 8, 1912 in Cleveland, the daughter of William G. and Alice Craig Ivey. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Willowick. Mrs. Walton worked for over 30 years at the Gilbert Humphrey Family Estate in Hunting Valley, Ohio, where she managed the family household. She is survived by a daughter, Katharine Peck of Willowick; son William Walton of Mentor; grandchildren Paul (Diane), Darrell (Karen), and David Domanovics and Lisa (Greg) Bennett; great-grandchildren Christopher and Bradley Domanovics and Ryan and Ethan Karis. Friends may call on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations can be sent to Crossroads Hospice, 1742 Georgetown Road, Suite J, Hudson, OH 44236.



NAME: Homer A. Griffith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, April 19, 2009 from 2-6 PM Funeral Service: Monday, April 20, 2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Homer A. Griffith, 81, of Wickliffe, will be 10 AM Monday, April 20, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Griffith passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born November 21, 1927 in Confluence, Pennsylvania, he has lived in Wickliffe for the past 48 years. He was a US Navy veteran, serving aboard the USS Houston during World War II. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed golfing and bowling. Mr. Griffith was an electrician by trade, and retired from Alcoa Aluminum in 1993. Survivors are his wife of 52 years, Helen J. (Geary); daughters, Mary Jane (Frank Galaszewski) Griffith and Karen (Tom) Ryan and grandchildren, Sara, Lauren and Steven. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His parents, Ernest and Mary (Wass) Griffith and brothers, William and Harold Griffith are deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday, April 19, at the funeral home. The Rev. Dr. John Borgert, retired, will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Andy Masowich
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 from 5-7 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 11 AM at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, OH 44026
   
OBITUARY: Committal services for Andy Masowich, 87, of Madison, will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2009 in the mausoleum chapel at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Rd, Chester Township. Mr. Masowich died at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland on Monday, April 13, 2009. He was born August 2, 1921 in Gates, Penn., the son of William and Anne Sanick Masowich. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He and his wife Jean loved to travel in their motorhome and had visited all 50 states. They spent 11 winters in Georgia and toured the British Isles. They also shared a love for the theatre, and spent 11 seasons ushering in all the downtown Cleveland theatres as well as the former Front Row Theatre in Mayfield Village. Mr. Masowich worked as a heavy machinery operator for Euclid, Inc. and retired after 31 years of service. He is survived by Jean, his wife of 61 years; daughter Karen Phillips of Madison, sons Andy Wayne (Kim) Masowich of Williamsburg, Va. and Garry (Karen) Masowich of Wooster; six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. this evening at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Memorial donations may be sent to Madison Fire District, P O Box 338, Madison, OH 44057.



NAME: Constance B. Rusnak
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Constance B. (Bauman) Rusnak, 74, of Concord Township, will be 6 PM Monday, April 13, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Rusnak passed away Thursday, April 9, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby after a lengthy illness. Born March 19, 1935 in Cleveland, she had lived in Concord Township since 1968. She was a member of the Western Reserve Junior Service League, the League of Women Voters and served on the Western Reserve Fine Arts Women’s Committee in Madison. She was most recently involved in the Cleveland Play House and was an avid bridge player. She was raised in the Episcopal Church. Mrs. Rusnak was a fashion artist for the former Halle’s Bros. Department Store and was later a commercial artist for the former TRW Corporation. Survivors are her children, Elizabeth “Lisa” (Mike Martin) Bell of Wickliffe, Emily (Philip) Gray of Hopedale, OH; Janet (John) Komar of Willowick and Thomas (Shannon) Rusnak of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Joseph, Elizabeth, Christopher, Daniel, David and Katherine Gray; Kristen (Dave) Walter, Jennifer Komar, Taylor and Summer Rusnak. Her husband, Thomas C. Rusnak passed away April 6, 1997. Her parents, John and Virginia (Smith) Bauman are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-6 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Peter Faass of Christ Episcopal Church in Shaker Heights will officiate at the service. Private interment will be in Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland for the immediate family on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to a favorite charity.



NAME: Richard W. Bosley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Richard W. Bosley Services for Richard W. Bosley, 81, of Dublin, formerly of Mentor, will be 10 AM Thursday, April 9, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Bosley went to be in heaven on Sunday, April 5, 2009 from his home in Dublin. Born March 9, 1928 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Mentor resident before moving to Dublin 17 years ago. He was a Captain in the United States Army and was a member and past president of the Painesville Rotary Club and a member and co-founder of the Mentor Rotary Club. He was past president of the Plant Propagators Association Eastern Region and a former officer of the Lake MetroParks and had also served on the administrative council at Mentor United Methodist Church. He was an aviation and automotive enthusiast, receiving his pilots’ license at the age of 15. He designed and built, by hand, the Bosley Mark 1, the winner at the prestigious 1996 Pebble Beach Concours. The Mark 1 now resides at the Petersen Auto Museum in Los Angeles, California. He also designed and built, by hand, a second car, known as the Bosley Interstate. Mr. Bosley was the retired owner and operator of the former Plant Systems Nursery, which had been located in Mentor for many years. Survivors are his wife of two years, Nancy J. (Sajetowski) (Wahlgren) Bosley; sons, Brett (Beth) Bosley and Carter Edman (Martina) Bosley and daughter, Katrine Bosley; and sister, Patricia (Carter) Merbreier. He also leaves his brother-in-law, David Crowe. His parents, Paul Sr. and Edith Bosley, brother, Paul Jr. and sister, Virginia Crowe are deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Dorothy Penny-Larter of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Glenna B. Carter
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Glenna B. Carter Services for Glenna B. Carter, 61, formerly of Eastlake, will be 1 PM Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at Willo-Lake Church of the Nazarene, 34950 Lake Shore Blvd., Eastlake. Mrs. Carter passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009, at Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Born December 18, 1947 in Prosperity, West Virginia to Elory Glenn and Lena (Hurt) Stewart, she was a longtime Eastlake resident before moving to Alamogordo, New Mexico in 2007. She was a member of New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene in Alamogordo and a former member of Willo-Lake Church of the Nazarene in Eastlake. She was an artist and was active in groups that created miniatures. Survivors include her daughter Jackie (David) Holycross of Alamogordo, New Mexico; stepson Michael (Lisa) Horstfall of Ohio; three grandchildren, Stephanie and Samantha Holycross of Alamogordo, New Mexico and Heather Horstfall of Ohio; mother Lena Stewart of North Carolina; brother David (Jan) Stewart of West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Lee Carter, in 2006 and her father. The family will receive friends from 5-8 PM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Final resting place will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Mary J. Cook
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral mass for Mary J. Cook, 79, of Willoughby, will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 37932 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Cook died on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at her home. She was born Dec. 17, 1929 in Warren, the daughter of Edward and Mary Williams Kelly. Mrs. Cook was a resident of Willoughby for many years, and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and trips to the casinos. Mrs. Cook worked as a bookkeeper and clerk at DavEd Jewelers in downtown Willoughby, where she had gone to help out for three weeks, and stayed for almost 50 years. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Douglas) Larned, sons Craig (Corrine) Cook, Edward Cook and David (Vickie) Cook; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Clarence, her husband of 55 years, in 2004; her parents; and a sister, Jean Perrotti. Friends may call on Sunday and Monday from 4-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.



NAME: Bonita M. "Bonnie" Laudato
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral mass for Bonnie M. Laudato, 67, of Mentor will be at 10:00 a.m. on Sat., April 3, 2009 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 9935 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township. Mrs. Laudato died Wednesday, April 1, 2009. She was born Feb. 5, 1942 in Cleveland, the daughter of Raymond and Claudia Kirchner Gehring. She was a graduate of Villa Angela High School and a 15-year resident of Mentor. Mrs. Laudato is survived by Andrew, her husband of 48 years; son Andy (Paola) Laudato; daughters Shelley Laudato, Lisa (Sam) Giunta and Nikki (Chuck) Cantrell; sister Janet (Robert) Birtley; grandchildren Brittany, Sam and Andie Giunta, Andy Laudato, and C.J., Chase, Carter and Cali Cantrell. She was also the sister-in-law to Judy and Ken Nekola, Dominic and Pat Laudato, and John and Diane Laudato, and aunt to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, parents-in-law Andy and Lena Laudato, and brother-in-law and his wife Joseph and Toni Laudato. Friends may call on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby.



NAME: Olga F. Katosic
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: OLGA F. KATOSIC, (nee: Vintar). Born March 9, 1916, living a full and blessed life, she entered the Lord’s kingdom on March 22, 2009. Olga was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Thomas J. Katosic and their daughters Barbara Katosic, Evyn Moss and grandson Andrew Katosic. Survivors are sons, Tom and Jim (Barbara) Katosic, grandchildren, Jacob Katosic, David (Jordan McLauren) Katosic and Dawn (Andy) Martin; great-grandchildren, Rachael, Sarah, Christopher and Aaron Martin and Luna Ray McLauren; step-sister and friend, Ethel Gron; special friends Elizabeth Fay and Lillian Nosan and an amazing network of friends, nieces, nephews and extended family throughout the world, all who lovingly adopted Olga as their own. Olga, you never forgot anyone’s birthday or anniversary. Beautiful memories will replace your cards, notes and calls. A true friend who will be greatly missed, you will always be cherished as a special gift to us. Thank you for being a kind, loving, generous and selfless spirit who enriched our lives, no matter what the adversity. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, East 200th St. at Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid, 44119, on Saturday June 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m... Private entombment will be at All Souls Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers, the family encourages contributions to Holy Cross Catholic Church and Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, 21281 Chardon Rd., Euclid, 44117. Arrangements by DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, Willoughby. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Robert F. Lappin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Robert F. Lappin, 91, of Kirtland, will be 11 AM Wednesday, April 1, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Lappin passed away Saturday, March 28, 2009 at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born May 5, 1917 in Cleveland, he has lived in Kirtland for the past 54 years. He was a World War II US Navy veteran and an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby for more than 50 years, where he served in many capacities and helped to care for the church property. He was a longtime blood donor with the American Red Cross, giving more than 16 gallons of blood. He was an avid bowler and HAM radio operator, call sign WA8UQG. Mr. Lappin was a maintenance electrician for the former TRW Corporation, retiring in 1982 after 42 years of service. Survivors are his daughters, Janice (David) Metcalf of Waite Hill and Lynn (David) Hadesh of Mentor; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Mel) Morgano, Laura (Mike) Eusanio, Lisa (Bill) Jahnke, Natalie Hadesh and Adam Hadesh; great grandchildren, Kate and Dan Morgano, Sarah and Lauren Eusanio and Brennan and Shelby Jahnke. He also leaves a niece and two nephews and their families. His wife of 55 years, Olga M. Lappin passed away December 13, 1996. His parents, Martin and Minnie (Bruning) Lappin and brothers, Arthur and Edward Lappin are also deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery, Kirtland. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the American Red Cross, 1016 Bank Street, Painesville, 44077 or a charity of your choice.



NAME: Helen Ehle
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: HELEN EHLE (nee: Steudel), 102, beloved wife of the late Ernest J., loving mother of Marilyn (Ed) Pierson and Roger (Brenda) Ehle. Dear grandmother of Melanie Pierson (Bruce Mc Surdy), Ward Pierson, Curt (Patti) Ehle and Craig Ehle; great grandmother of Christopher and Dylan Springsteen. A celebration of her life will be held on her 103rd birthday, Tues. Apr. 14, 2009 at the Lyons Chapel at Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Rd., (St. Rt. 84), Willoughby, 44094. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund. Arrangements by DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, Willoughby. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Helen M. Lawrence
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, March 30, 2009 - 6-8 PM Funeral Mass: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 - 11:30 AN
   
OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Helen M. Lawrence, 86, of Eastlake, a homemaker, will be 11:30 AM Tuesday, March 31, at Saint Justin Martyr Catholic Church, 35781 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake. Mrs. Lawrence passed away Thursday, March 26, at Gateway Health Care Center in Euclid. Born April 14, 1922 in Seanor, Pennsylvania, she lived in Cleveland, before moving to Eastlake 46 years ago. She was a member of St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed crocheting. Survivors are her daughter, Carol (David) Farrenholz of Cleveland and son, Tom Lawrence of Mentor; grandchildren, Deborah (Joseph) Corrigan, Kathleen Houchins, Valerie (Mike) Conway, Michelle Lawrence and Tom Lawrence, Jr.; 10 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren and half-siblings, George Semivan, Mildred Kieta and Pauline Semivan. Her husband, Thomas C. Lawrence passed away December 20, 1992. Her parents, John and Mary (Andrejko) Kadilak and siblings, John, Paul and Michael Kadilak and Josephine Semivan are also deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM Monday, March 30, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Kevin M. Liebhardt of St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church will celebrate the Mass. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.



NAME: Lois J. Walker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Lois J. Walker, 75, of Wickliffe, a loving wife and mother, will be 10 AM Friday, March 27, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 29840 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe. Mrs. Walker passed away Monday, March 23, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born August 21, 1933 in Man’s Choice, Pennsylvania, she has lived in Wickliffe since 1955. She was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Survivors are her beloved husband of 57 years, William A. Walker; daughter, Deborah (Brian) Zinner of Eastlake and sons, Ted Walker of Las Vegas, Nevada, Mark A. (Donna) Walker of Eastlake and Greg (Lisa) Walker of Jacksonville, Florida; grandchildren, Bill Walker, Nikki Walker, Tina Walker, Joe Walker, Nicholas Walker and Faith Walker; great grandson, Danny Zinner; sisters, Grace Yoho, Jacqueline Olsen and Linda Smith and brother Larry Saler. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her parents, Theodore and Gladys (Weyland) Saler and sisters, Beatrice Spellen and Dorothea Hayward are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 7-9 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Verna L. Rogers
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Verna R. Rogers, 91, of Willoughby Hills, will be at noon Friday, March 27, 2009 at Shorehaven Lutheran Church, 280 East 222nd Street, Euclid. Mrs. Rogers died Sunday, March 22, 2009 in Willoughby. She was born April 29, 1917 in Cleveland, the daughter of Carl and Ruth Dreman Moore. She was a member of Shorehaven Lutheran Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher and belonged to the Partners Group. She was also active in the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. Mrs. Rogers was a volunteer in the library at Garfield Elementary School in Willoughby Hills, and enjoyed ceramics and traveling. She had a noble spirit, and despite the many major health concerns in her life, bore them with a smile and good grace at all times without complaint. She is survived by her daughter Kay Ellen Raasch of Huntsburg Township; son Terrence L. (Janet) Rogers of Highland Heights; and five grandchildren: M. Scott, Jennifer, Jeanelle, Shannon, and Jason. She was preceded in death by her husband John in 1999, her parents, and her sister June Olson. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. Memorial donations can be made to Lutheran Hour Ministries, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141.



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NAME: Fred M. Wallace
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Fred “Ted” Maroff Wallace, Jr., 84, of Chester Township, died Saturday, March 21, 2009 at his home. He was born Sept. 6, 1924 in Willoughby, the son of Fred Maroff and Kitty Abbott Wallace. Mr. Wallace served in the U. S. Army during World War II in the Philippines and New Guinea, where he received three Bronze Stars for his service. He lived for the Cleveland Indians and attended many Tribe games. While watching on television he would keep box scores on all the games, and had books bound with the score sheets. He and his wife traveled to Florida many times for spring training. Mr. Wallace was also a great woodworker who made toys for his grandchildren and parts for his daughter’s craft work. He also liked to tinker with the machinery and parts that allowed him to make these beautiful pieces for others. He enjoyed sitting outside and feeding the birds and squirrels that came to his yard. Even in his last days, he was concerned that the creatures outside were taken care of. Mr. Wallace worked for the City of Willoughby Road Department for 30 years, retiring in 1987 as superintendent. He is survived by Evelyn, his wife of 59 years; sons Jeff (Eileen) and Jack; daughter Teddi Wallace; daughter-in-law Missy Wallace; a sister, Laura Jane Hulsman; grandchildren Chris, Shannon, Kelly, Erin, Sara, Steve and Ted; and great-grandchildren Chelsea, Skylar, Addison, William and Michael. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Fred M Wallace III, an infant daughter Kitty Eileen, and brothers Jack and Jim. There will be no services or calling hours. Memorial donations can be given to the Geauga County Dept. on Aging, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024.



NAME: Glenn S. Booth
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Glenn Stanford Booth, 72. of Chester Township, will be 11 AM Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Booth passed away Sunday, March 22, 2009 at his home. Born September 17, 1936 in Painesville, he has lived in Chester Township for the past 50 years. Mr. Booth was a self-employed plaster and stucco contractor. He was an accomplished trap-shooter, hunter and fisherman. Survivors are his daughters, Barbara (Brad) Wynveen of Bentleyville and Diane Booth of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, Nate, Allison and Natalie Wynveen and Benjamin, Jarred and Nicholas Gerry; sister, Martha Kitchen and brother, Tom (Jackie) Booth, both of Kirtland. He also leaves his niece and nephews and their families and his dear friend, Laura Dowen of Burton. His son, G. David Booth passed away in 1994. His parents, Stanford and Alberta (Dewey) Booth are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. W. Douglas Snyder will officiate at the service. Burial will be in South Kirtland Cemetery.



NAME: Richard L. Mix
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Richard L. Mix went to be with his Lord and Savior, Sat., Mar. 21, 2009 from his home in Kirtland. Born Sept. 7, 1932 in New Philadelphia, OH he has lived in Kirtland for the past 31 years. He was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was unselfish and enjoyed helping others. Mr. Mix was a machine operator for National Acme Company before his retirement. Survivors are his wife of 51 years, Charlotte (Nightingale) Mix; sons, Kevin of Kirtland, Christopher (Anne) of Troy, Kerry (Maribeth) of Concord Twp. and Eric of Willoughby; grandchildren, Shawn, Thomas and Charlotte; brother, Robert (Rosa Mary) and sister, Barbara Manocchio both of Painesville. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, their families and extended family member, Ron Dutko of Willoughby. His parents, John and Ethel (Barnhart) Mix and sister, Norma Mix are deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM today at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Funeral services will be 10 AM Tues., Mar. 24, 2009, at the Body of Christ Community Church, 38057 Erie Rd., Willoughby. The Rev. Michael J. Currier will officiate at the service. Private family interment will be at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060 or T.E.E.N. Challenge, 3032 Perry Park Rd., Perry, 44081.



NAME: Wilbur E. Baker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Wilbur Edison Baker, 86, of Mentor, will be at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Baker died at Lake West Hospital on Friday, March 20, 2009. He was born Nov. 6, 1922 in Trumbull Township, the son of Wilbur A. and Minnie Rotherhofer Baker. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Mr. Baker was proud of his beautiful vegetable gardens, and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He liked to get away from the city and go to the farm for relaxation. Mr. Baker was a member of the American Legion. Mr. Baker was a machinist, and worked for TRW for 32 years, retiring in 1984. He is survived by Jean, his wife of 62 years; sons Gary (Margaret) Baker of Trumbull Township and Craig Baker of Mentor; and four grandsons and their wives. He was preceded in death by two sisters and five brothers. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Private interment will be in the Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Richard H. Tyler
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Richard H. Tyler, 55, of Eastlake, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Tyler died March 18, 2009 in Willoughby. He was born Oct. 18, 1953 in Euclid, the son of Richard and Alice Cheatham Tyler. He was a member of Willo-Hill Baptist Church in Willoughby, and the founder of Bread of Life Ministry, which delivers food to needy people. He enjoyed bowling and was a member of a the DiFranco Invitational Bowling League. Mr. Tyler was a truck driver for AmeriGas in Willoughby. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly; son Richard “Duke” Tyler; daughters Danielle Stouffer, Bryanne Tyler and Megan Cheney; seven grandchildren; parents Richard and Doris Tyler and Alice and Jerry Donnelly; brother Duncan Tyler; and sisters Janine and Jennifer Tyler. He also leaves several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him. Friends may call on Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Willoughby Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Bread of Life Ministry, c/o Willo-Hill Baptist Church, 4200 State Rt 306, Willoughby 44094.



NAME: Anthony "Tony" Krouse
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Tony Krouse, 55, an incredible father, husband, coach and friend, passed away March 19, 2009. He was born December 21, 1953 in Cleveland, Ohio. He lived in Novelty, Ohio for the past seven years. Prior to that, he resided in Willoughby Hills. Tony will be deeply missed by many, especially his sons, Kyle and Connor (at home), his wife, Lynn, his daughter, Tonya (of Kentucky), sisters-in-law, Sherie Garapic, Kari (Jimmy) Lukas and Connie (Virak) Ou and nieces. He was preceded in death by his son, Cody, and sister, Patty Springer. He was an active member of the Chesterland Lions Club and was a board member of the West Geauga Joint Recreation Council. He loved coaching youth sports and enjoyed many proud seasons of Lions football, West Geauga Rec baseball and WG Travel baseball, basketball, WG Youth Wrestling, and even tried his skills at rec soccer. He loved teaching sports and enjoyed watching his sons and other children learn the games. He also enjoyed West Geauga High School Athletics and was proud member of the Boosters Club. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing and sharing this with his sons and their friends. If you were with Tony, you were assured to have a good time. Tony was employed by Zehman-Wolf Management for the last 20 years where he worked at The Pavilion Mall. He also served as a volunteer fireman for the City of Beachwood for two years. The family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate Tony’s life from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. The family requests no flowers. Lynn and their boys would like to express their extreme appreciation to the entire West Geauga community for the friendship they have shown them and all the help they have given them during the many months of Tony’s illness. Lynn and their boys especially want to thank the staff at Hospice House for all the love, care and help they showed Tony at the end of his life.



NAME: Norman T. Gray
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Norman Thomas Gray, 69, of Willoughby, will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 23, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Gray died Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Warrensville Heights. He was born July 19, 1939 in Barnesboro, Penn., the son of Elmer and Roxanne Keith Gray. He served in the U. S. Army in the late 1950s. Mr. Gray was very patriotic and worked to protect our national bird, the bald eagle. He loved guns and volunteered his time to work in gun shops. He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Eagles Lodge. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Gray worked as a machinist for 13 years at Eaton Axle Corp. and also at Curtis Industries. In later years he was a self-employed machinist. He is survived by Miriam, his wife of 35 years; daughters Michelle and Danielle Gray and Patricia (Son) Tran; brother Elmer Gray, Jr.; and sisters Eleanor (William) Weiland, Margaret (George) Gray, Dorothy Storms, Shirley Hoover and Betty jean (James) Ashurst. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father Pete Payne, and by sisters Sarah Gray and Nancy Foster. Friends may call on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. and Monday from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township.



NAME: Elizabeth Helen Blosser
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: ELIZABETH HELEN BLOSSER, 101, daughter of the late Owen and Mildred (nee: Davis) Blosser, sister of the late C. “Bud” and Edna Blosser and Harriet L. and Paul Neff; beloved aunt, great aunt and great-great aunt. Graduate of Oberlin College, class of 1931. Passed away peacefully, March 18, 2009 at Gateway Healthcare Center in Euclid. Private family services have been held. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Gateway Healthcare Center, 3 Gateway Dr., Euclid, 44119 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119. Arrangements by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: James M. Bauschatz
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: A gathering to celebrate the life of James Matthew Bauschatz, 32, of Willoughby, will be held today, (March 21) beginning at 4 PM at the Osborne Community Plaza at Breckenridge Village, 36851 Ridge Rd., Willoughby. (Please use State Route 91 to State Route 84 due to construction.) James passed away March 17, 2009 in Willoughby. Born October 4, 1976 in Bangor, Maine, he has lived in Ohio since 2003. He was a 1995 graduate of Orono High School in Orono, Maine, attended Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio and graduated from the University of Maine, in Orono, in May, 2003, with a major in elementary education and a minor in music. He was a member of SPEBQSA, the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America, in Bangor, Maine and Kirtland, Ohio. James was a featured singer in “Little Shop of Horrors” as the voice of Audrey II in productions at Kenyon College, and with Elyria Summer Theater and Silhouette Productions. He sang and toured as a member of the Kokosingers a capella group at Kenyon College and was a current member of the Cleveland based Street Corner Singers. James was a member of AFTRA, the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. He appeared in a number of independent films in Maine and Ohio, such as “Get Him,” “La Dolce Fajita” and “The Red Lantern.” He was a background actor in “Smart People” and the forthcoming “She’s Out of My League,” both studio productions filmed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and also in the television production “The Kill Pit.” He is survived by his wife of eight years, Joiel Bauschatz, daughter of David and Ronnalee Davies of Kirtland. He was the full time stay at home Dad of his children, Paul and Ava; son of Paul and Cathleen Bauschatz of Orono, Maine; brother of John F. Bauschatz, his wife Retina and son Oscar of Tucson, Arizona. Graveside services and burial will be at 1 PM Monday at Lake Park Cemetery, 1459 East Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown, Ohio 44502. An additional memorial service will be held later this year in Orono, Maine. Arrangements are entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: George W. Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for George Walter Smith, 93, of Willoughby, will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Smith died Tuesday, March 17 2009 at Lake West Hospital. He was born August 20, 1915 in Roseville, Ohio, the son of Isaac and Fay Katherine Wood Smith. He served in the Unites States Navy during World War II. Mr. Smith was a member of several fraternal organizations: Willoughby-Cleveland Elks Lodge #18, Willoughby Lodge #302, Free and Accepted Masons, Lake-Geauga Scottish Rite Club, High 12 International, Eastern Star Chapter 202, the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500. Mr. Smith was a longtime employee of the Automobile Club of America, and retired as their building superintendent. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane; sons Alan and Michael (Luci) Besket; and grandchildren Lucia Garretson and Michael Jonathan Besket. Friends may call on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., and from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be on Monday, 11:00 a.m. at Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Genevieve M. Noch
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Genevieve “Jean” Noch, 89 of Mentor, will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21 at Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church, 2846 SOM Center Road. Mrs. Noch died Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Kirtland. She was born July 4, 1919 in Cleveland, the daughter of John and Mariana Filipski Domagalski. She and her husband Elmer loved to dance, and were well-known for their abilities on the dance floor. She was the consummate homemaker and enjoyed gardening. Mrs. Noch is survived by her husband, Elmer; daughters Sharon (John) Barber of Mesa, Ariz., and Marianne (Roy) Dobranic of Eastlake; grandchildren Michelle (Tyler) Winfield and David (Ruth) Dobranic; and her sisters Clara Pudelski and Terry (Norman) Michaels. Friends may call on Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, or at the church for 30 minutes prior to the services. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park. Memorial donations can be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Evelyn M. Armstrong
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Evelyn M. Armstrong, 84, of Eastlake, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Mrs. Armstrong died at her home on Monday, March 16, 2009. She was born Sept. 3, 1924 in Maxwell, West Virginia, the daughter of Lonnie and Mary Persinger Deaner. She was a member of Lakeland Baptist Temple in Eastlake for many years. Mrs. Armstrong loved to collect knick-knacks of cardinal birds and angels. She is survived by her daughter Mary (Frank) Strope of Eastlake; son Don (Kathy) Armstrong of Garfield Heights; daughter-in-law Barb Armstrong of California; seven grandchildren: Jeff, Brian, Pamela, Shannon, Holly, Dan and David; seven great-grandchildren; a brother James (Mary Ellen) Deaner of Mentor; and three sisters: Betty Neely and Helen Long of Eastlake and Bonnie Utley of Peoria, Ill. She was preceded in death in 1997 by Charles, her husband of 56 years; a son, Charles, Jr. in 2001; a sister Katheryn Carpenter, and by two brothers, Dean and Robert Deaner. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations can be made to Lakeland Baptist Temple, 34024 Roberts Road, Eastlake 44095 or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St, Cleveland, OH 44119. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby.



NAME: Cledith Atkins, Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Cledith Atkins, Jr., 78, of Kirtland, will be at 11:00 a.m., March 19, 2009 at The Hope Church (Assembly of God), 3961 Kirtland Road, Willoughby. Mr. Atkins died Friday, March 13, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born Jan. 24, 1931 in Chelyan, West Virginia, the son of Cledith and Pearl Ellis Atkins. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Atkins worked as a machinist for General Electric for 29 years, and was a 52-year resident of Kirtland. He is survived by Freda, his wife of 57 years; son Darrel (Jennie) Atkins of Orwell, daughter Juanita “Ginny” (Jeff) Herrington of Chardon; grandchildren Aubrey, Naomi, Toby, Jesse and Jacob; great-grandchildren Liliana and Jayden; brothers David (Inette), James (Fran), J.W., Pete and Johnny (Debbie); sisters JoAnn (Shirley) Staten, Kitty (Jack) Green and Jackie (Daniel) Smith; and by a brother-in-law, Dennie Bass. Mr. Atkins was preceded in death by his son Richard Allen Atkins and sisters Belle Bass and Gerri Atkins. Following the memorial services, time will be set aside for those who wish to visit with the family. Committal of the urn will be at 2:00 p.m. at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St, Cleveland, OH 44119, or the food bank of The Hope Church. Davis-Babcock Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.



NAME: Marilyn P. Robellard
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Marilyn P. (Perry) Robellard, 85, of Parma Heights, a homemaker, will be 11 AM Tuesday, March 17, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Robellard passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Seasons of Life Hospice in Parma. Born November 14, 1923 in East Cleveland, she lived in Euclid and Willowick for many years, and then in Mount Dora, Florida for 27 years before returning to Northeast Ohio last year. She was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Nottingham Chapter. Survivors are her husband of 59 years, Robert; children, James (Judith Chinski) Robellard of Antioch, Illinois, Beth (Ron) Wagner of Parma and Keith (Diane) Robellard of Bedford Hills, New York; grandchildren, Michael (Jackie) Robellard, Michelle Robellard, Joy Wagner and Richard Kelly; great grandchildren, Brenna, Quinn and Ryley and her sisters-in-law, Kathy Robellard of Lyndhurst and Irene Perry of Mount Dora, Florida. Her parents, Oscar and Florence (McCloud) Perry, brother, Floyd Perry and brother-in-law, William Robellard are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 Monday, March 16, at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Seasons of Life Hospice, 9511 West Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, 44130.



NAME: Theodore W. Schueren, Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Theodore “Ted” W. Schueren, Jr., 65, of Kirtland, will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Schueren died Tuesday, March 10 at his home. He was born March 3, 1944 in Cleveland, the son of Theodore W. and Phyllis Francis Schueren. He attended Kirtland High School. Mr. Schueren had a passion for antique autos, and was a member of several clubs including the Antique Auto Club of America, the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, and the Antique Engine Club. Mr. Schueren owned a 1929 Chevrolet and a 1964 Chevy Impala among others. He also enjoyed working on antique mini-bikes. toy wagons and tractors. He was a Lieutenant in the Kirtland Volunteer Fire Department for 10 years. Mr. Schueren was a mechanic by trade and worked for several auto dealerships in the area, including Krihwan Pontiac. He also owned Ted’s Kirtland Gulf station. He is survived by his wife Judy; sons Buddy (Shelley) of Kirtland and David (Jennifer) of Perry; his grandchildren whom he loved the most: Carolyn, John, Mandy, Jake, Joey, and Emily; a sister Linda (Jim) Nugent of Painesville; his nephew Cody Conley, and his cat, Trigger. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until service time. Private inurnment will be in the Kirtland South Cemetery



NAME: Robert G. Murray
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Robert Gordon Murray, 85, of Painesville, died Monday, March 09, 2009 in Painesville. He was born March 19, 1923 in Cleveland, the son of Robert A. and Mary Jane Hanna Murray. Mr. Murray was World War II veteran of the US Army, serving in the China-Burma-Indonesia Theater with the 14th Air Force. He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University and worked as a plant manager. He was a member of First Church Congregational in Painesville, and a 16-year resident of that city. He is survived by his wife, Betty; sons Bruce (Sharon) Murray of Concord and Keith Murray of Painesville; grandsons Doug Murray of Lancaster, Penn., Dr. Kelly Murphy of Miami, Fla., and Christopher Murray of Miami Springs, Fla. He was preceded by his parents, a son, Cole Murray, and a brother Melvin Murray. There will be no calling hours and funeral services are private. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations may be made to First Church Congregational, 22 Liberty Street, Painesville 44077.



NAME: Margaret T. Winiski
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Margaret E. (Henry) Winiski, 94, of Mentor, will be 11 AM Weds., Mar. 11, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Winiski passed away Fri., Mar. 6, 2009 at Manor Care Health Services in Willoughby. Born Jan. 2, 1915 in Blairsville, Penn., she lived in Mayfield Heights for 55 years, and then in Eastlake for one year before moving to Mentor six years ago. She was a longtime member of Mayfield United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Winiski retired from the Cleveland Museum of Art where she worked in public relations. She also worked in the greenhouses at Daisy Hill Nursery in Chagrin Falls. Survivors are her sons, Allen (Paula) Winiski of Roswell, Georgia and Richard (Marija) Winiski of Willowick; grandchildren, Melissa, Michael (Susannah) and Matthew (Cynthia); great grandchildren, Kallie, Chad, Emma, Jordan, Lina and Erik and her sister, Helen Main of Madison. Her husband, Walter, passed away April 23, 1980. Her parents, Elmer and Lucille Henry and sisters, Evelyn Samsa and Jean Henry are also deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Glenn Woodworth will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Crown Hill Cemetery in Twinsburg.



NAME: Anne L. Mehl
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Anne Louise Mehl, 89, of Willoughby, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 4, 2009 at First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Road, Willoughby. Mrs. Mehl died March 6, 2009 at her home. She was born June 21, 1919 in Cleveland, the daughter of Allen Horton and Rhoda Farnsworth Stewart. She graduated from Heidelberg College in Tiffin and the Western Reserve Cleveland Library School. She enjoyed painting in oils and watercolors. Mrs. Mehl was a student of Spanish, and was noted for her cooking and as a cat lover. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby since 1975, and was a devoted churchwoman. Mrs. Mehl is survived by E. Kenneth Mehl, her husband of 64 years; son Russell (Priscilla) Mehl, of Lovettsville, Virginia; grandchildren Stefan and Jessica; several nieces and nephews; and by her brother-in-law, the Rev. Harold Eberhard of Willoughby. She was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother. Private burial was in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial contributions can be made to Home Care of Lake County, 270 Main Street, #250, Painesville, OH 44077.



NAME: Linnea M. Huggins
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Linnea M. (Clark) Huggins, 97, will be 7 PM Saturday, Mar. 7, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Huggins passed away peacefully on March 4, 2009 at Manor Care Health Services in Willoughby. She was the wife of the late Adrian H. Huggins; mother of Vivian E. (Edward) Haney; grandmother of Edward (Marjorie) Haney, Vicki (Melvin) House and Vivian (Michael) Sarkis; great grandmother of Nicole, Danielle, Arielle, Lauren, Anthony and Jarrod and great-great grandmother of Jaylen. Friends may call from 4-7 PM Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Hugh P. Gowman will officiate at the service. Private burial will be in West Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to a charity or church of your choice.



NAME: Robert L. Terrell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Robert Lewis Terrell, 78, of Wickliffe, died March 2, 2009 under the care of Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc. He was born March 30, 1930 in Lakewood. Bob served in the US Navy Reserves and in the US Army from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean Conflict as a Platoon Sergeant. He was a long time member of Euclid Lutheran Church where he served in a variety of capacities. Bob’s career in railroading spanned 43 years, which began with the former New York Central Railroad, later known as Penn Central Railroad and finally as Conrail at the Collinwood Yards in Cleveland. He was an active member and officer within the Conrail Supervisor’s Club and numerous railroad affiliated groups. There was never a task he wouldn’t tackle, fix, or create. Survivors are his wife of 55 years, Lee (Lolita); son, Randy (Kathy); grandchildren, Erin Terrell (Michael Ashby, Jr.) and Ryan Terrell of Mentor; and daughter, Sandie (Bruce) Reimer of Wickliffe. His mother, Ruth Mastics and father, Clyde Terrell, are deceased. There will be no visitation. Interment will be in Wisconsin. The family suggests memorial contributions to Euclid Lutheran Church, 431 East 260th St., Euclid, 44132.



NAME: Gladys P. Gurko
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Gladys P. Gurko, 91, will be at noon Saturday, Feb. 29, at Acacia Park Cemetery, 1880 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Heights. Mrs. Gurko died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 in Euclid. She was born May 24, 1917 in Cleveland, the daughter of Winfield Scott and Hazel Mae Hendershot Camp. She worked as a store manager for the Top Value Store in Painesville. She was a resident of Euclid for over 50 years and a member of the Euclid Get-Together Group. Mrs. Gurko is survived by her nieces Ruth (John) Mitchell of Wooster and Gladys Adkins of New Mexico; nephew Richard Camp of Euclid; and many great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Michael in 1988; her brother Winfield Camp and her half-brother George Camp, and a niece Faye Mosley. There will be no calling hours. Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby is entrusted with arrangements.



NAME: Mary Anne Hazen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Mary Anne Hazen, 87, will be on Monday, March 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. in Willoughby Cemetery on Sharpe Street. Mrs. Hazen died on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009 in Largo, Florida, where she had moved to be with her daughter. She was born Sept. 6, 1921 in Spangler, Penn., the daughter of Samuel and Susanna J. Ogurcak Shrenkel, but lived most of her life in Willoughby. She met and married her husband, Edwin (Red) Hazen during World War II when she was in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps and he was in the Army. She was active in the American Legion Auxiliary. Mrs. Hazen will be remembered by family and neighbors, whose lives she touched, with words and actions of encouragement. She loved knitting, baking, and growing roses. She is survived by her daughter Susan (Fred) Hawes, son Richard (Terri) Hazen, and son-in-law Bill Taylor. Mary was the beloved grandmother of Bill (Leanne) Taylor, Roger (fiancée Pam) Taylor, Grant Hazen, Douglas Hazen, Julia (David) Schick and Laura Ann Hazen, and cherished great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Red, her husband of 54 years in 1998, her parents, and her daughter June Ann Taylor in 1992. Friends may call on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 9-11 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby. Memorial donations may be made to the Lake Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd, Bldg. E, Mentor, 44060 or Disabled American Veterans, P O Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.



NAME: Geraldine Wracar
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Geraldine (Secko) Wracar, 77, of Euclid, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Wracar passed away Tues., Feb. 24, 2009 at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. Born April 11, 1931 in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, she lived in Monroeville, Penn. before moving to Euclid in 1995. She is survived by her daughters, Karen (Tim) Ruff of Madison, Mileen Keating of Kanab, Utah and Melinda Cushman of Beaver Creek, Ohio; grandchildren, Jessica (Paul) Dorsey, Melinda (Brian) Arko, Lauren Cushman and Kyle Cushman and great grandchildren, Stephanie and David Dorsey. Her husband of 49 years, Milos Wracar, passed away October 28, 2000. Her parents, Mike and Anna (Mislan) Secko and sister, Janet Saxon are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Center for Dialysis Care, 25301 Euclid Ave., Euclid, 44117.



NAME: James J. Horan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for James Joseph Horan, 80, of Willoughby, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby. Mr. Horan died Sunday, Feb. 22 at Lake West Hospital with his family by his side. He was born June 14, 1928 in Youngstown, the son of James Joseph and Catherine Charlotte Carr Horan. He graduated in 1946 from Ursuline High School in Youngstown. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946-48 in Trieste, Italy. Upon his return, Jim attended Fenn College of Engineering in Cleveland, and worked in manufacturing until his retirement. Mr. Horan enjoyed woodworking, and also liked to do oil paintings, making both landscapes and seascapes. He loved traveling. His family remembers the trips to upstate New York and Cape Cod with fondness. After his retirement, Mr. Horan and his wife Dorothy visited Europe, enjoying London and Paris. He is survived by his sons John (Rhonda) of Aurora and James M. (Teresa) of Waite Hill; daughters Maggi (Tom) Gibson of San Juan Capistrano, Calif., Jean (Bruce) Pavlov of Marquette, Mich., Mary Kay (Ed) Vargo of Willoughby, and Martha (Tad) Swan of Wakeman. He also leaves 13 grandchildren, a brother John P. (Sarah) of Cincinnati, and two sisters, Marianne Lindsey of Youngstown and Kathleen DeNiro of Cincinnati. Mr. Horan was preceded in death by Dorothy, his wife of 55 years; an infant daughter, his parents and a sister, Jeanne Bosela. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and an hour prior to the services on Friday. Inurnment will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens at a later date.



NAME: Allen R. Crysler
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Allen Ross Crysler, 80, of Mentor passed into eternal rest on March 12, 2009 after a short illness. Born February 14, 1929 in Rochester, New York to Ross Edgar and Elsie (Van Allen) Crysler, Allen lived most of his life in Mentor surrounded by family and life-long friends. He graduated from Mentor High School and attended the Cooper Art Institute and was a member of the Masons. For over 60 years, Allen applied his artistic skills to the homebuilding business as a Master Carpenter. Allen greatly enjoyed the opportunities and challenges of building and remodeling homes and a few small commercial buildings featuring special finish woodwork features, which he would personally construct. His favorite activities included boating and waterskiing and he was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. Allen leaves a loving family including his sisters Jeanne Crysler and Glenna Kadet both of Mentor, his brother William and his wife Judy of Painesville. Allen was predeceased by his brother Jack. Allen also leaves his ex-wife Nancy {Hershberger} Bunnell, their children Linda Crysler Harrold and her husband David of Connecticut, Mark Crysler of Florida and Rick Crysler of Florida, three grandchildren Melissa (Harrold) Farmer and husband Christopher of Peabody Ma, Erik Harrold and his wife Michelle of Tolland Ct and Ashley Rhoden of Missouri and two great-grandchildren Penelope Harrold and Christian Rhoden. Allen was a second father/grandfather to his niece Christie (Kadet) Purpura and her husband Carl and their children Cayla and Nicholas. And nephew David Crysler and three nieces Pam Crysler of Willoughby, Jody Poremba and husband Steven of Mentor and Amy Crysler and husband Marc Baniszewski of Cleveland. Allen also leaves a special friend Shirley Hollander of Mentor. Calling hours will be March 16,2009 from 3pm to 6pm at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby Ohio. A private memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Lake County, 1289 Mentor Avenue, Painesville, OH 44077 or a charity of the donor’s choice.



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NAME: Mayme V. (nee: Piper) (Johnson Zallar
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: A Christian burial service for Mayme V. (nee: Piper) (Johnson) (Wertman) Zallar, 86, of Eastlake, will be 10:30 AM Thurs., Feb. 26, at Eastlake Baptist Church, 35401 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake. Mrs. Zallar went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Lake East Hospital in Painesville. Born May 13, 1922 in Morgan Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania, she lived in Eastlake for more than 50 years before moving to Mentor-Way Care Center last year. She was an active member of Eastlake Baptist Church for more than 31 years and was also a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500 Ladies Auxiliary in Willoughby, She enjoyed many things, but what she loved most was spending time with her family, friends and church family. Mrs. Zallar was a retired nurse from the former Richmond Heights General Hospital. She is survived by her children, Betty (John) Ataman of Streetsboro, Thelma Leszyeski of Cleveland, Marie Schwandt of Surprise, Arizona, Barbara (James Miller) Jones of Carmichaels, Pennsylvania, Carol (Jerry) Dietz of Baltimore, Maryland, Emma Walker of Eastlake and Charles (Karen) Wertman, III of Eastlake; 30 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren; four sisters and one brother. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles Wertman, Jr. and Ed Zallar. Her son, James Johnson, grandchildren Paul Pauly, Donald Walker and Sandy Schoenback; parents James and Estella Piper, two sisters and three brothers are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Mark A. Hord, pastor of Eastlake Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Eastlake Baptist Church, 35401 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake, OH 44095.



NAME: Lilan S. Grimm
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Lilan G. (Shaffer) Grimm, 76, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Saturday, Feb. 21, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Grimm passed away Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born July 6, 1932 in St. George, West Virginia she has lived in Willoughby since 1958. She was a member of Rowlesburg United Methodist Church in West Virginia and enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. She was an avid bingo player and Cleveland Browns fan. Survivors are her children, Donna (Bernard) Pazicni and Gregory (Denise) Grimm, both of Willoughby; grandchildren, Mark (Jennifer) Pazicni, Melissa (Jason) Davis, Nicholas Grimm and Holly Grimm; great grandchildren, Miles Davis, Alex Pazicni and Zoe Pazicni and sisters, Bonita Elkins of Painesville Township and Rita Freeman of Willoughby. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband of 56 years, George, passed away September 17, 2008. Her parents, Elza and Sarah Shaffer, sister, Wanda Greene and brothers, Clyde, Buck, Robert and Charles Shaffer are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Lorna J. Westlake of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the American Lung Association, 6100 Rockside Woods Blvd., Suite 260, Independence, OH 44131-2340.



NAME: Almeda E. Barnard
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Almeda E. Barnard, 86, of Mentor, will be 4 PM Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 at East Heisley Church of God, 5544 East Heisley Rd., Mentor. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 PM prior to the service at the Church. Pastor Hank D. Williams will officiate at the service. Mrs. Barnard passed away Monday, February 16, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born June 14, 1922 in Bethel, Maryland, she has lived in Lake County for the past 55 years. She was a homemaker and avid reader. She is survived by her daughters, Ruth Spriggs of Mentor and Debra (Phillip) Putka of Eastlake; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren and her brother, Phillip Howell of Maryland. Her husband, Garland L. Barnard passed away June 2, 1980. Her parents, John and Hattie Howell and sisters, Margaret and Mabel are also deceased. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Helena F. Trask
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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NAME: Franklin T. Hopton
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NAME: John F. Scott
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for John F. Scott, 89, of Euclid, will be 10:30 AM Friday at Grace Church of Mentor, 6883 Reynolds Rd., Mentor. Mr. Scott passed away February 15, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family, after a long battle with cancer. Born November 23, 1919 in Saskatchewan, Canada, he has lived in Euclid for the past 58 years. He was a member of Grace Church of Mentor, the Carpenters Union in Cleveland and served in the United States Army during World War II. He enjoyed working with his hands, remodeling homes and fixing cars for friends and family. Mr. Scott was a self-employed builder and contractor. Survivors are his sons, Robert O. (Jerilyn) Scott of Lakeland, FL, William G. (Pamela) Scott of Phoenix, AZ and James F. Scott of Euclid; grandchildren, Bonnie (Jose) Lopez, Benjamin (Alonna) Scott, Jonathan (Amanda) Scott, Elizabeth Scott, Kimberly Scott, Nathaniel Scott, Seth Scott, Jesse Scott, Carissa (Mitch) Davidson, Marla Mayo and Jessica (Keith) Connor; ten great grandchildren, brother, David J. “Jim” Scott of Strongsville and his twin sister, Maureen Lipke of Cleveland. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His wife, Jean Elizabeth Scott passed away February 11, 2008. His son, John D. Scott and daughter, Rebecca J. Scott, parents, David and Mary Scott and brother, Roland Scott are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday at Grace Church of Mentor. Pastor Robert I. Potter and the Pastoral Staff of Grace Church of Mentor will officiate at the service. Final resting place with military honors will be in Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Grace Church of Mentor, 6883 Reynolds Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Louanne Lattanzio
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Louanne Lee “Lucy” Lattanzio, 49, of Mentor, will be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Lucy died at her home in Mentor on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009. She was born May 8, 1959 in Euclid, the daughter of Louis P. and Joanne Volans Hurst. She had worked for a time as a nurse’s aide for a psychiatric hospital, and loved antiques and collecting jewelry. She was devoted to her son and his children. Lucy is survived by her son, Joseph Foti; grandchildren Jacob, Haley, Joey, Sergio and Laci; brothers Kip Volans, Lewis Hurst and Lauren Hurst; sisters Liddy Greene, Laura Clouser and Lisa Hurst; father; and step-father Richard Quiggle. Her mother is deceased. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday. The Rev. Robert Gaston will officiate. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.



NAME: Margaret B. Martoncik
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret “Marge” Barbara Martoncik, 81, of Mentor, will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mrs. Martoncik died on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 in Willoughby. She was born April 24, 1921 in Braznell, Penn., the daughter of Andrew and Theresa Moronk Fabrick. She worked as a packer for Lambson & Sessions in Cleveland for over 20 years. Mrs. Martoncik was a member of St. John Vianney Parish, and loved to crochet and take care of her rose garden. Her warm smile and her love for her family will be remembered by all. She is survived by Ed, her husband of 49 years; daughter-in-law Carol Ann Toth, of Mentor; grandsons Michael (Linda), Craig and Derik Toth, all of Mentor; great-grandchildren Jason, Katie, Andrew, Sasha and Matthew; four great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Sue (John “Red”) Klima, of Brownsville, Penn. She was preceded in death by her parents; son Robert Dennis Toth; sisters Mary Messina, Theresa Kula, Betty Klima, Helen Oravic, Hermina Parkerson and Agnes Chenger; and brothers Andrew, Joe and Louis Fabrick. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby on Monday from 5-8 p.m., and at the church one hour prior to the Mass. Burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.



NAME: Will C. Hathaway
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Will C. Hathaway, Jr., 92, of Willoughby, will be at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009 at the Lyons Chapel, Nason Center of Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Road, Willoughby. Mr. Hathaway died at the Fairmount Health Center in Willoughby on Thursday, Feb. 12. He was born Sep. 1, 1916 in Washington, Penn., the son of Will C. and Sylvia Doak Hathaway. He was married to Dorothy O’Banion in 1943, and they would have celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary next month. Mr. Hathaway was a veteran of the U S Army, and served in World War II. He worked for 19 years at Warner & Swasey Company as an engineer, retiring in 1978. Mr. Hathaway was an avid Cleveland Indians fan, and a 54-year member of the Charles T. Raymer-Covenant Lodge #683, Free and Accepted Masons. He and his wife attended the Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church for over 30 years, and were residents of Willoughby for 20 years. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; son Donald (Sharon) Hathaway of Concord; daughter Susan Paxson of Willoughby; grandsons Ryan (Brooke) Hathaway and Eric and Darren Paxson; great-granddaughter Isabella Paxson; sisters Patricia Ray and Martha Fleming of Mentor; and a brother, the Rev. Robert Hathaway of Rochester, New York. He was preceded in death by brothers James and Tom and by sisters Ruth and Vivian Hathaway and Liehlia Hanson. There will be no calling hours, and private burial will take place at Crown Hill Cemetery in Twinsburg. Memorial donations may be made to Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Dolores C. "Dee" Jerik
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Private family services will be held for Dolores C. “Dee” Jerik, 63, of Kent. Mrs. Jerik passed away February 11, 2009 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born April 26, 1945 in Columbus, she was a longtime Northeast Ohio resident. Dee was an accomplished watercolor artist who created beautiful paintings. She taught art classes and attended many art shows where she showcased and sold her work. She especially loved the outdoors and all the beauty of nature. Most importantly, mom gave her life and all her love to raising her kids; she always put them first and did without for herself so that they could flourish. She had unparalled pride and love in her daughter, son and two grandchildren, who were her whole world. She will live on forever in the life of joy and laughter she created in her children and her artwork. We love you Meem. Dee was the loving and nurturing mother of Jody (Lee) and Jubal (Sue); grandmother of Danny (Kelly) and Gabby and sister of Tym, Melanie and Pat. She also leaves her father, Harold and nieces and nephews, Natalie, Leah, Molly, Michael, Matt, Amanda and Josh. Her mother, Goldia, sister, Pam and nephew Jeff are deceased. There will be no calling hours.



NAME: Charlotte E. Snyder
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Graveside services for Charlotte Davidson Foster Snyder, 99, will be on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kirtland North Cemetery next to the Kirtland Temple. Mrs. Snyder died in Willoughby on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009. Mrs. Snyder was born June 10, 1909 in Kirtland, the daughter of Lawrence and Elizabeth Russell Davidson. She attended the original Andrews Institute for Girls in Willoughby in 1925, where she learned her seamstress skills. She is survived by her daughters Jeanne (George) Kile and Ann (Fred) Smith; grandchildren David Kile of Columbus, Kathy Ponn of Kirtland, Patti Kidder of Mentor, Steven Kile of Kirtland, Vicki Flynt of Omaha, Neb., and Karen Disinger of Eastlake; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Snyder was preceded in death by her son Richard Foster and brothers Edward, William and Russell Davidson, and sisters Mildred Berg. Dorothy Whitcomb and Edna Welk. Memorial donations may be made to the Kirtland Public Library, 9267 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, 44094. There will be no calling hours. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home of Willoughby.



NAME: Lois M. Gehri
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Lois Marie (Clough) Gehri, 82, of Bedford Heights, will be 11 AM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Gehri died Feb. 4, 2009 at South Pointe Hospital in Warrensville Heights. Born Oct. 28, 1926 in Willoughby, she lived in Bedford Heights for the past 45 years. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ – Kirtland Restoration Branch and a member of the New England Historical Society. She was an avid reader and enjoyed music, cooking, gardening and researching her family history. Survivors are her husband of 60 years, Gene; children, Cheryl (Jeffrey) Long of Alexandria, Virginia, Mark (Connie) Gehri of Parma Heights, Timothy Gehri of Streetsboro and Bridget Gehri of Bedford Heights; grandchildren, Tammy, Marie, Mark, Matthew, Michael, Robert and Rebecca; great-grandchildren, Kenzie, June, Madeline, Grace, Aryonna and Keegan; and brothers, Raymond (Wilma) Clough of Blue Springs, Missouri and Allan (Lillian) Clough of Kirtland. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her parents, Raymond and Adeleine Clough and sister, Patricia Levine, are deceased. Friends may call 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Her brothers, Allan and Raymond Clough and her grandson, Matthew Long will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be will be in Chester Township Cemetery.



NAME: Joseph L. Pizzie
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Joseph Louis Pizzie, 95, of Willoughby Hills, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009 in Willoughby. Mr. Pizzie was born October 24, 1913 in Pocatello, Idaho to Antonio and Paulina Narducci Pizzie. He married Stella Josephine Malinowski in 1936, and their marriage has endured for 72 years. Mr. Pizzie has a long career in Lake County, both in civic and business affairs. He had three stores specializing in orthopædic shoes and shoe repair. He started on North State Street in Painesville, and then moved to a shop in Madison. He moved his business to Willoughby in 1948, and for 42 years, P-Z Shoe Repair operated on Glen Avenue. The business finally closed in 1990. In civic matters, Mr. Pizzie served tirelessly on many fronts. He was on the Eastlake City Council in 1953-54, and spearheaded the effort to build a public library in Eastlake. He was thrilled to see that project come to fruition. He was on the Lake County Fair Board, and served as vice president. The Willoughby Chamber of Commerce elected him president in 1960 and he sat for 12 years on the board of directors. Mr. Pizzie served on the Lake County Grand Jury and was its foreman in 1961. He was a founder and Honorary Life Member of the Willoughby Historical Society. In 1989, he and his wife Stella received the Pioneer award from the Frontiers Day association. Mr. Pizzie was also active in several fraternal organizations. He was a 46- year member of Willoughby Lodge #302, Free and Accepted Masons, High Twelve #224, Order of the Eastern Star #202 (where he served as chaplain in 1968), and a 32° Mason in the Valley of Cleveland Scottish Rite. He was also a Life Member and Past Exalted Ruler of Willoughby Elks Lodge #18. Other organizations included the American Legion Post 214, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4358, Willoughby Rotary Club (where he was president in 1962-63), and the Willoughby Senior Center, where he loved to spend time and became proficient in billiards. Mr. Pizzie served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He trained in Fort Lee, Virginia, and served in the China-Burma-India theater. For his work in China he was awarded the Yun Hui medal from the Chinese National Government in recognition of his service in providing shoes for Chinese civilians. The last 60 days of the war were spent in an infirmary in Calcutta, India, and he returned home via Seattle. Mr. Pizzie is survived by his loving wife, Stella, who has been his sole caregiver and attendant for the last four years during his illness. He is also survived by his nieces: Teresa Mirando of Conneaut, Rita Russell of Columbus, Sunny Silveroli of Florida, Gloria Seese of North Kingsville, and Pauline Battista and Barbara Pizzie, both of Painesville; nephews Bill Pizzie of Mentor and Donald Pizzie of Wyoming; brothers-in-law Chuck and Joseph Malinowski and sister-in-law Ann Marie Knapp. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Anthony, Michael and Carl, and a sister, Mary Dodd. Private family memorial services will take place at a later date.



NAME: John F. Creadon
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for John F. Creadon, 75, of Odessa, Florida, will be 10 AM Friday, Feb. 6, at Saint Gabriel Catholic Church, 9935 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township. Mr. Creadon passed away Saturday, January 31, 2009 in Clearwater, Florida. Born May 3, 1933 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Mentor resident before moving to Odessa, Florida. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving with the Fox Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marine Regiment, First Marine Division, engaged in battle at the Chosin Reservoir and later in central Korea, including the second Korean Winter. He later served in the United States Army as a paratrooper and was well decorated for his wartime service. After serving his country, Mr. Creadon worked for the Proctor and Gamble Corporation as a salesman and had also owned and operated the Town and Country Driving School for several years. Survivors are his wife of 49 years, Mary (Dobes); sons, John M., Michael (Teri), Brian (Amanda) and Daniel (Jennifer); daughter, Nancy; ten grandchildren and one great grandson. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Frederick F. Pausche of Saint Gabriel Church will officiate at the Mass. He will be laid to rest with military honors at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Louis J. Pietrantozzi
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Louis J. Pietrantozzi, 84, of Willoughby, will be 3:30 PM Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Pietrantozzi passed away Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009 at Wickliffe Country Place in Wickliffe. Born November 16, 1924 in Glencoe, Ohio he had lived in Willoughby since 1971. He was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses Willoughby Congregation and had served in the United States Navy during World War II. Mr. Pietrantozzi was employed by the United States Postal Service in Cleveland as a clerk for 30 years retiring in 1987. Survivors are his wife of 52 years, Hazel A. Pietrantozzi of Willoughby; sons, Paul (Pamela) Peters of Willoughby, George (Deborah) Pietrantozzi of Mentor, Joel (Irene) Pietrantozzi of Twinsburg and Gerald (Donna) Pietrantozzi of Painesville; grandchildren, Paula, Pamela, Christopher, Jocelyn, Kaitlyn, Marina, Logan, Cassandra and Anthony and his brother, Vince (Elsie) Piet of Eastlake. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families and his godson, Douglas Brown. His parents, Angelo and Elizabeth Pietrantozzi and siblings, Freddie, Armin, Emma, Angelo and Dickie are also deceased. Friends may call from 2:30 – 3:30 PM Saturday, (Feb. 14) at the funeral home. Elder Wayne Eckert of the Jehovah’s Witnesses Painesville Congregation will conduct the service. Private burial was in Knollwood Cemetery. The family requests that flowers be omitted.



NAME: Alice R. Pitchler
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Alice Ruth Pitchler, 86, of Eastlake, died in Cleveland on January 29, 2009, of injuries sustained during the explosion that destroyed her home. Mrs. Pitchler was born in London, England on Feb. 22, 1922 to Walter and Dorothy Bacon Barr. She met her husband Frank during World War II when he was stationed in London, where she was a nurse. They married the day before he was shipped off to Normandy to serve in the D-Day invasion. Their marriage has endured for almost 65 years. Mrs. Pitchler enjoyed playing golf, and liked to knit and sew. She was a great gardener, and took pride in her flower and vegetable gardens. She and Frank spent many hours on their boat, and the family remembers the annual Independence Day parties at the family home. Her main concern was with her family, and she loved to spend time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Pitchler is survived by her daughters Cecelia (Jim) Musgrave of Munson Township and Mary (Dean) Brady of Lyndhurst; sons John (Lois) Pitchler of Concord and Frank (Joan) Pitchler of Perry Township; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Cecelia Lumpkin of England; and three brothers: John Barr of Australia, Leslie Barr of Scotland and Reggie Barr of England. There will be a private family memorial service at a later time, with inurnment at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. The family suggests memorial donations to a charity of choice.



NAME: Walter W. Coles
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Walter William Coles, 70, of Euclid, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Coles died at his home on Friday, Jan. 23. He was born in Cleveland on May 10, 1938 to Harry and Dorothy Evers Coles. Mr. Coles served in the National Guard for two years. He was a member of Plumbers Local 55 for over 40 years, working as a shopman. He was also a skilled woodworker, and made many cabinets, tables, a staircase and a mantel. He loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his son and best friend Tim, of Euclid; sister Dolores Voelker of Willoughby; brothers Ted (Sheila) Coles of Chesterland, Gordon Coles of Las Vegas, Nev. and Robert Voelker of Mentor; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Loretta; and son Daniel. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4:30-8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael A. Marino will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Bedford Heights.



NAME: Raymond E. Durst
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: FUNERAL SERVICES FOR RAYMOND EDWARD DURST, 87, A LONGTIME RESIDENT OF KIRTLAND AND MENTOR, WILL BE AT THE DAVIS BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 CLARK AVE, WILLOUGHBY, ON MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2009, AT 11:00 AM. MR. DURST PASSED AWAY THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2009, AT THE HEARTLAND OF MENTOR FOLLOWING A SHORT ILLNESS. HE WAS BORN AUGUST 10, 1921, IN BEAUMONT, OH, TO HOMER AND MARY DURST. RAY WAS ONE OF TEN CHILDREN, FIVE BOYS AND FIVE GIRLS. HIS PARENTS AND SIBLINGS ARE ALL DECEASED. HIS BROTHERS AND SISTERS WERE ARTHUR, CHRISTENE MATHEWS, JARRETT OHL, DOROTHY SWEENEY, CLARENCE, CHARLES, RUTH SPALLER, BETTY BRAMLEY, AND ROBERT. RAY WAS ALWAYS PROUD OF HIS LARGE FAMILY. MR. DURST WAS A 1941 GRADUATE OF KIRTLAND HIGH SCHOOL AND A U.S. ARMY AIR CORPS VETERAN OF WWII, SERVING IN THE BURMA-INDIA AREAS. HE WAS AN AVID SPORTS FAN, HAVING PLAYED FOR KIRTLAND HIGH, ESPECIALLY ACTIVE IN BASKETBALL AND BASEBALL. THROUGHOUT HIS 61 YEAR MARRIAGE TO ANITA (MAILER) DURST, SATURDAY NIGHTS WERE RESERVED FOR BALLROOM DANCING AT PAINESVILLE TOWNSHIP PARK WITH MANY FRIENDS. MR. DURST WAS THE OWNER OF RAY DURST PLUMBING, SERVING THE LAKE AND GEAUGA COUNTY AREAS FOR MORE THAN FORTY YEARS. HE TOOK PRIDE IN HAVING BUILT THEIR OWN HOME OVER 60 YEARS AGO WITH THE VALUED HELP OF FAMILY MEMBERS AND GOOD FRIENDS. SURVIVORS ARE HIS WIFE ANITA, WHOM HE MARRIED ON JUNE 7, 1947, DAUGHTERS CHRISTINE C. (TIM) WALSH, OF EAST STROUDSBURG, PA, AND SUSAN RAE DURST, OF MENTOR. RAY WAS KNOWN AS THE OWNER OF A NUMBER OF GERMAN SHEPHERDS THROUGH THE YEARS. HIS CURRENT DOG, SHADOW, WAS APPROPEATELY NAMED, AS HE ALWAYS KEPT RAY IN HIS SIGHT. RAY IS ALSO SURVIVED BY SISTERS-IN-LAWS JUANITA DURST, OF COLORADO, CLAIRE SONEWALD AND ALICE DURST, BOTH OF KIRTLAND, AND A NUMBER OF NEICES AND NEPHEWS. FRIENDS MAY CALL SUNDAY, FROM 2-4 AND 6-8 PM AT THE FUNERAL HOME, WHERE THE REV. ROBERT D. SCHULER, OF TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH IN WILLOUGHBY WILL OFFICIATE THE SERVICE MONDAY AT 11:00 AM. A PRIVATE FAMILY BURIAL WILL BE HELD AT KIRTLAND’S SOUTH CEMETERY. THE FAMILY SUGGESTS CONTRIBUTIONS BE MADE TO THE KIRTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY, 9267 CHILLICOTHE RD., KIRTLAND, 44094, OR TRINITY LUTHERAN FOUNDATION, 37728 EUCLID AVE., WILLOUGHBY, 44094.



NAME: Byron T. Mowbray
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Byron Turner Mowbray, 82, of Mentor, will be 7 PM Wednesday, Jan. 28, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Mowbray passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born January 25, 1926 in Chillicothe, he was a longtime Lake County resident living in Willoughby before moving to Mentor 17 years ago. He was a World War II US Navy veteran, serving in the Pacific Theatre. He attended Mentor United Methodist Church and sang in the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus for more than 25 years. Mr. Mowbray was a supervisor of accounts payable at the former Republic Steel in Cleveland. Survivors are his wife of 58 years, Carol (Armstrong) Mowbray; children, Sarah Mowbray (Doug) Toman of Medina, Samuel (Evelyn) Mowbray of Chardon and John Mowbray of Willoughby; grandchildren, Paul and Kayla and brother, Harlan Mowbray of Sunnyvale, California. He also leaves his cousin, Darrell (Carole) Cottrill of Chillicothe. His parents, William and Arline (Turner) Mowbray; brothers, Robert and Eugene Mowbray, sister, Marjorie Scott and aunt, Inez Burkett are deceased. Friends may call from 5-7 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Dorothy Penny-Larter of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Jennie Cedervall
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Jennie Cedervall (nee Anekite), 95, of Willoughby, will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Cedervall died Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Lake West Hospital. She had lived in Cass Lake, Minn., Detroit, Mich, Cleveland, and Mentor during her life. She has lived in Willoughby since 1955. She was born May 10, 1913 near Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the daughter of George and Victoria Galtzan Anekite. She graduated from North High School and attended Commerce College, both in Detroit, Michigan. She worked for her parents’ business, the Mt. Eliot Coal Company in Detroit. She married Frank R. Cedervall April 1, 1933, and they were married for 63 years until his death in 1996. For many years she was involved with her husband in their company, the Willoughby Plastering Service. She attended the East Shore Unitarian Universalist Church in Kirtland. She was a life member of the following organizations: Willoughby Historical Society, Willoughby Hills Historical Society, Lake County Historical Society, Heart of Willoughby, Inc., and the Clean City Assoc. of Willoughby. She also belonged to the Browning Senior Center, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, the Burroughs Nature Club and the Indian Museum. She, her parents, and her husband were long-time members of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). She and her family were also involved with the Mooreland Restoration project as volunteers. For a number of years after retiring, she and her husband would spend winters in St. Petersburg, Florida. After her husband passed away, she volunteered daily as a senior classroom volunteer at Edison Elementary School into her mid-80s, helping her daughter’s kindergarten classroom. Survivors are her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Donald Lewis of Willoughby. She also has a number of nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, her parents and brother Eli Anekite are deceased. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Rev. Arthur G. Severance of East Shore Unitarian Universalist Church will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Willoughby Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations to the East Shore UU Church, 10448 Chillicothe Rd, Kirtland 44094 or to the Willoughby Area Welcome Center, Inc., 3872 Erie St, Willoughby 44094.



NAME: Wanda J. Lewis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Wanda Jean Lewis, 81, formerly of Mentor, will be on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Lewis died at Geauga Regional Hospital on Monday, January 19. She was born Oct. 1, 1927 in Jefferson, Penn., the daughter of Hershal and Helen Titis Willis. She was married to Henry Lewis for 30 years before his death in 1976. Mrs. Lewis was a homemaker who loved her family very much. She enjoyed watching the cooking channels and Food Network on television. Mrs. Lewis is survived by her daughter Sue (Tom) Malachin of Chardon; sons Ronald (Frances) of Willoughby and Larry of Pennsylvania; grandchildren: Larry, Tammy, Chris, Tina and Tracy; great-grandchildren Danielle, Dustin, Joshua and Jordon; great-great-grandchildren Tyler and Mackenzie, with another one expected soon. She is also survived by her sister Mary (James) Slone of Georgia, and brothers Wilmer (Bereda) Willis of Orwell and Willard of Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Ralph and sisters Doris Willis and Maxine Jones. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4-7 p.m. Burial will be in the Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Denny G. Frangos
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Denny George Frangos, 55, of Willoughby Hills will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Frangos died at his home on Sunday, January 18, 2009. He was born Feb. 9, 1953 in Cleveland, the son of Denny and Catherine Zanakis Frangos. He earned two black belts in karate and was also an instructor in that art. He had an extensive firearms collection and enjoyed many hours on the shooting range. His family remembers his selfless care of his parents, and his kind and generous spirit. Mr. Frangos is survived by his parents of Willoughby Hills; brother Dale (Diane) Frangos of Mentor; nephew Matthew Frangos and niece Christin Lampman; his great-niece Paige; many cousins; and by his beloved dog Hayley. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at noon Saturday. The Rev. Dr. Richard Effinger, a cousin, will present the eulogy at the service.



NAME: Alfred F. Schlappal
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Alfred F. Schlappal, 87, of Willoughby, died Sunday morning, January 18, 2009 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Willoughby, with his son at his side. He was born May 21, 1921 in Sharon, Penn., and grew up in East Cleveland, graduating from Collinwood High School in 1939. Al entered the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942. As a sharpshooter and MP, he saw action in both the Tinian and Okinawa campaigns. After the war, Al married Marjorie Primosch, and they moved to Willowick in 1953, where they lived happily ever after. They were married for 62 years before her death August 4, 2008. Al was employed by one company his entire working life—Reliance Electric and Engineering, where he worked as a machinist. Before and after the war, Al played on numerous Triple A hockey and baseball teams, including Lakewood and Euclid Race. He was the constant shortstop on Reliance’s baseball team well into his mid-40s. Survivors are his daughter Cindy (Joe) Felice of Euclid, son Gary (Kathleen) of Maryland; four grandchildren: Joe Felice, Kelly (Rudy) Jordan, Anna and Elizabeth Schlappal; and great-grandchildren Leland, Ashley and James. His parents, Anna and Frank Schlappal, sister Lidia and brother Robert are deceased. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Inurnment will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Sybil N. (Wragby) Howells
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No Calling Hours at the funeral home. Friends may visit with the family from 9-9:45 AM Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at St. Andrew Episcopal Church where services will be held at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Sybil N. (Wragby) Howells, 91, of Mentor, will be 10 AM Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 7989 Little Mountain Road, Kirtland Hills. Mrs. Howells passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 in Mentor. Born Jan. 24, 1917 in Cleveland, she had lived in Mentor for 85 years She was a member of St. Andrew Episcopal Church in Kirtland Hills and enjoyed gardening and bird watching. She is survived by her children, William H. (Karen) Howells of Kirtland and Jane H. (Alex) Lagusch of Columbus; grandchildren, Brad (Jessica) Lagusch, Christina (Brad) Dean, Jeff (Noelle) Lagusch and Dan Howells and great grandchildren, Cara and Zack Dean and Will and Maria Lagusch. Her husband, Alfred G. Howells, passed away in November, 1995. Her parents, William and Ellen (Nowell) Wragby are also deceased. Friends may call at the Church from 9 – 9:45 AM Wednesday. The Rev. Kelly Kirby, Rector of St. Andrew Episcopal Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Rett Syndrome Research Trust, 67 Under Cliff Rd., Trumbull, CT 06611-2550. Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby is assisting the family with arrangements. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Barbara J. (Siter) Hamilton
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Mon., Jan. 19, from 2-4, 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Tues., Jan. 20, at 11 AM at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 7989 Little Mountain Rd., Kirtland Hills, 44060
   
OBITUARY: Services for Barbara J. (Barr) (Siter) Hamilton, 81, of Wickliffe, will be 11 AM Tuesday, Jan. 20, at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 7989 Little Mountain Rd., Kirtland Hills. Mrs. Hamilton passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009. Born June 25, 1927 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, she had lived in Lake County over 50 years. She was a member of St. Andrew Episcopal Church in Kirtland Hills, a member of textile arts through the Cleveland Museum of Art and enjoyed quilting. Mrs. Hamilton was an office secretary for Drs. DeMarco and Irwin in Willoughby, and had also worked for Dr. Koelliker previously. Survivors are her children, Pamela J. (Mark) Novak of Avon Lake, Ralph B. (Marla) Siter of Concord Township, Harry Siter of Vallejo, California and Melissa J. (John) Zelna of Willoughby and grandchildren, Ryan and Brett Novak and John and Julie Zelna. Her husband, Edward Hamilton, parents, Harry and Margaret (Wilkinson) Barr and sister, Peggy Dicks are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday, Jan. 19, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Kelly Kirby, Rector of St. Andrew Episcopal Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060 or St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 7989 Little Mountain Rd., Kirtland Hills, 44060.



NAME: Mary E. Constantine
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009 from 2-6 PM Funeral Service: Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: A celebration of the life of Mary E. (Howell) Constantine, 83, of Lakeline Village, will be 11 AM Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at Lakeshore Christian Church, 28010 Lakeshore Blvd., Euclid (44132). Mrs. Constantine passed away peacefully Thurs., Jan. 15, 2009, at her home surrounded by her family. Born January 24, 1925 in Portsmouth, Ohio she has lived in Lake County for more than 50 years. She was a member of Lakeshore Christian Church in Euclid and a member of the former Lakeshore Woman’s Club. She was an avid gardener, outstanding cook and enjoyed crafts. She will be remembered as a treasured mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughters, Connie (John) McCarthy of Eastlake and Carol Constantine of Lakeline Village and San Diego, California; grandchildren, Susan (Chris) Schommer, Allison (Patrick) Coulson, Jarrod (Lindsey) McCarthy and Sean (Megan) McCarthy; great-grandchildren, Patrick, Nicholas and Sam Schommer, Jack and Ellie Coulson and Addison McCarthy; siblings, Joyce Nelson of Lorain, Gloria (Frank) Zanin of Sun City, Ariz., Bill “Jerry” (Jo) Howell of Kirtland Hills and many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, with whom she shared 58 years, Samuel, passed away in 2002. Her parents, Denver and Elsie Howell, brother and sister-in-law, Eugene and Georgene Howell (Wambaugh) and brother-in-law, Ken Nelson are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-6 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060 or Lakeshore Christian Church Memorial Fund. The family would like to thank Drs. Marc Dinga and Marvin Feldstein for their care of mom. Words cannot express our gratitude to Carol for the loving care and devotion she has showered on our mom these past few years. We will be forever grateful.



NAME: Beverly J, Stewart
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009 from 2-4 PM Funeral Service: Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Beverly June Stewart, 82, of Wickliffe, will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 19, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Stewart died at her home on Wednesday, January 14, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Oct. 15, 1926 in South Euclid, the daughter of Harold Edward and Myrtle Jeannette Stewart Osborn. She married Richard R. Stewart in 1947. Mrs. Stewart was a homemaker, a devoted wife and mother who loved being with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter. She is survived by Richard, her husband of 61 years; two children, Susan and Richard G. (Rosemary), all of Wickliffe; four grandsons: Brian, Michael, Steven and Daniel; and her great-granddaughter Jenna. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Warren and Nelson Osborn; and sister Barbara Giddings. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland 44119.



NAME: Charles C. Lyons, Sr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Fri., Jan. 16, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Sat., Jan. 16, 2009 at 12 Noon
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Charles Chester Lyons, Sr., 76, of Madison Township, will be at noon Saturday, Jan. 17, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Lyons died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 in Painesville. He was born Jan. 21, 1932 in Parkersburg, W. Va, the son of Daniel Sheridan and Margaret Lucinda Miller Lyons. He worked for Conrail Railroad for 32 years, retiring in 1995. Mr. Lyons also served in the U. S. Army during the Korean conflict. He is survived by his wife, Frances; children: Dorothy Malek (Butch) and Mark (fiancé Robin), both of Madison; Charles of Cleveland, Lorie A. (Greg) Hare of Willowick, Tracie (Dustin) Morgan of Thompson, Matthew of Erie, Penn, and Kristin Lyons (Donny) of Willoughby; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and sisters Mary Brundage of Painesville and Martha (Bob) Wyatt of Parkersburg, W. Va. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Albert and William, and a granddaughter, Bobbi Jean Lyons. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Military honors will be given at the funeral, and private burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor 44060.



NAME: Helen M. Troha
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Fri., Jan. 16, 2009 from 4-8 PM Funeral Service: Sat., Jan. 17, 2009 at 9 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services Helen Marie Troha, 92, of Willoughby, will be at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Troha died Tuesday, Jan. 13 in Willoughby. She was born July 13, 1916 in Cleveland, the daughter of George and Mamie Reindel Cooper. She was very active in community affairs. Mrs. Troha was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 2926, and Windermere Chapter 388, Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Troha is survived by her sons Michael (Terry) and Thomas; grandchildren Trina and Spc. David (Chris) Troha, USA; and great-grandchildren Stephanie and Alyssa. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack and her parents. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4-8 p.m. The Rev. James Greer will officiate at the funeral services. Burial will take place in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 36200 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094 or to Breckenridge Life Care Fund, 36500 Euclid Ave, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Jennie R. Welker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs., Jan. 15, 2009 from 4-7 PM Funeral Service: Fri., Jan. 16, 2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Jennie R. Welker, 93, of Eastlake, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Jan. 16 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. She died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009 in Geneva. Mrs. Welker was born Apr. 18, 1915 in Cleveland, the daughter of Anthony and Jennie Maidic Golic. She worked as a seamstress for Dalton Industries in Willoughby. She is survived by her children: Marlene Roseman of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Joanne (Joseph) Parada, Geneva Twp., and Donald (Debbie) Welker of Chardon; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson; a brother Robert (Katie) Golic of Wickliffe and a sister, Dorothy (Henry) Perry of Mentor. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son Carl Welker, and two grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Rev. Dr. Henry Woodruff of Chardon United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Larned Cemetery, Chardon Township.



NAME: Romeo D. Pallante
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Memorial Service: Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 11 AM at Willoughby United Methodist Church; 15 Public Square, Willoughby
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Romeo Daniel Pallante, will take place on Saturday, January 31st, 11:00 am at Willoughby United Methodist Church. A private burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery. Born April 4, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was a long time resident of Geneva and Willoughby, Ohio. He remarried in 2002 and moved to Lakeland, Florida where he passed away January 6, 2009 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. From an early age, he touched the world with his music. As a World War II Marine Corps veteran he performed in the Marine Corps Band and later with Ray Anthony’s Big Band. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Ohio State University in education and his Master of Science degree from Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio in Music and Humanities. Mr. Pallante was an accomplished educator in the areas of instrumental and choral music as well as humanities. He was the Director of the Willoughby South High School choir for 23 years, received a Fellowship from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation, coached students in the Academic Decathlon, and served as President of the Ohio State Golf Association both as a coach and association leader. He served as the Director of the Willoughby United Methodist Church Choir, the Industrial Chorus for Ohio Bell Telephone Company, and the Lakeland Civic Chorus in Mentor, Ohio, for 30 years. While in Florida, he was the assistant director for the Rainbow Connection and Mixed Chorus at Cypress Lakes. In 1990 Romeo began a custom framing business from paintings created by his late wife, Isabel, and was an avid participant in all the arts. Romeo’s love of music, drive for perfection and passionate teachings will continue to flourish for generations. He left a small, but indelible note of beauty in the world as we hear it now, and will be treasured as a man who gave so generously. Mr. Pallante is survived by his wife, Lenore; children, Virginia, Daniel, and Ross, and grandchildren Brian, Graham, Sarah, and Isabel Pallante. Funeral arrangements have been made by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship foundation will continue in his name: Checks Payable to: Romeo Pallante Scholarship Fund Willoughby Eastlake Schools Foundation 37047 Ridge Road Willoughby, Ohio 44094



NAME: Jane F, Jones
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Mon., Jan. 12, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Mon., Jan. 12, 2009 at 8 PM Committal Service: Tues., Jan. 13, 2009 at 11:30 AM at Crown Hill Cemetery in Twinsburg
   
OBITUARY: Services for Jane F. Jones, 84, of Mentor, will be 8 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Committal services and interment will be at 11:30 AM Tuesday in the Chapel at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Rd., (St. Rt. 91), Twinsburg. Mrs. Jones passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009. Born July 16, 1924 in Stafford, Pennsylvania, she lived in Euclid Beach area before moving to Mentor 20 years ago. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Euclid and the Lake County YMCA Central Branch in Painesville where she enjoyed participating in water aerobics. Mrs. Jones retired from the Nela Park Division of General Electric Corporation in East Cleveland after more than 20 years of service. Survivors are her children, Douglas (Gretchen) Jones of Columbus and Gail (Rick) Bobish of Concord Township, formerly of Eastlake and granddaughter, Danielle. Her husband, William E. Jones passed away February 12, 2003. Her parents, Hugh and Eliza (Fearon) Falconer and sister, Doris Miller are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions Project Hope for Homeless, 25 Freedom Road, Painesville, 44077.



NAME: Arlene Hilda Luse
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Private Family Services
   
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NAME: Augustus R. White
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): All Arrangements Are Private
   
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NAME: Charles L. Campbell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tues., Jan. 6, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Weds., Jan. 7, 2009 at 1 PM
   
OBITUARY: A celebration of the life of Charles L. Campbell, 86, of Geneva, will be 1 PM Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Campbell passed away Sunday, January 4, 2009. Born April 19, 1922 in Jobs, Ohio, he had lived in Eastlake more than 40 years before moving to Geneva about two years ago. He was a World War II US Army Air Force veteran and was an avid gardener and fisherman. Mr. Campbell retired from the Addressograph-Multigraph Corporation in Euclid, after 30 years. Survivors are his wife of 61 years, Kathryn J. (Altman) Campbell; children, Kathy (Ernie) Kerezsi of Geneva, Charles C. Campbell of Painesville and Craig S. Campbell of Eastlake; grandchildren, Mike (Angie) Pastva, Kelly (Mark) Cichowski; Kimberly (Pat) Short, Chris (Jeanne) Kerezsi, Tracy (Jeremy) Jeschenig and Walter (Shannon) Campbell and 15 great grandchildren. He also leaves many loving nieces, nephews and friends and their families. His parents, William and Maggie (Lanning) Campbell and siblings, Mary, Ethel, Gertrude, Minnie, Anna-Mae, Margarete, William, Harvey, James, Lawrence, Milton and David are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Elder Kenneth Sowers, Jr. of The Prince of Peace Church will officiate at the celebration. Final resting place will be in North Madison Cemetery, Madison Township.



NAME: Coletta J. Pogany
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs., Jan. 8, 2009 from 5-7 PM Funeral Mass: Fri., Jan. 9, 2009 at St. Noel Catholic Church
   
OBITUARY: Funeral mass for Coletta J. Pogany, 83, of Willoughby Hills, will be celebrated on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009 at St. Noel’s Catholic Church, 35200 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills, at 11:00 a.m. Mrs. Pogany died on Monday, Jan. 5 in Richmond Heights. She was born Sept. 6, 1925 in Cleveland, the daughter of Raymond and Bernice Trewski Fridrich. She worked for over 17 years as a bookkeeper for the American Automobile Associsation. Mrs. Pogany is survived by her husband John; a brother William (Marilyn); and two sisters, Jean and Rita. She was preceded in death by her first husband Robert Kelly in 1997; her parents, and several siblings. Friends may call at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in the Kirtland South Cemetery.



NAME: Edna B. Snider
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs., Jan. 8, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Fri., Jan. 9, at 2 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Edna B. (Wallace) Snider, 102, of Chardon, a homemaker, will be 2 PM Friday, Jan. 9, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Snider passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 at Chardon Healthcare Center. Born January 1, 1907 in Lowman, West Virginia, she lived in Gates Mills, Mentor-on-the-Lake, Kirtland and Mentor before moving to Chardon in 1996. She was a member of the Kirtland Community of Christ, and was an active member of the former Blue Star Mothers Chapter #5 in Willoughby. She was an accomplished poet who received many awards for her poetry. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting and gardening. Survivors are her children, Virginia D. Darnell-Gottke of Chardon, Charles R. “Dick” (Jane) Snider of Newbury Twp., Robert N. (Norma) Snider of Perry and James T. (Karen) Snider of Willoughby Hills; 13 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren and seven great-great-great grandchildren. Her husband, Raymond E. Snider, passed away October 7, 1959. Her son Raymond Glennford Snider and infant children, Donald Earl Snider and Barbara Jean Snider; a granddaughter, a great grandson, her parents, three brothers and six sisters are all deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Thomas Purchase, Associate Pastor of Painesville Nazarene Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in South Kirtland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060-1830.



NAME: Thelma L. Pircio
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs., Jan. 8, 2009 from 4-8 PM Funeral Service: Fri., Jan. 9, 2009 at 10 AM ALL ARRANGEMENTS AT THE CHURCH
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Thelma J. Pircio, 76, of Willoughby, will be on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009 at Kirtland Bethel Bible Church, 10172 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, at 10:00 a.m. Mrs. Pircio died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009 in Willoughby. She was born Sept. 27, 1931 in Lily, Kentucky, the daughter of Charlie P. and Gladys Benge Parsley. She had lived in Willoughby since 1960 and was a member of the Kirtland Bethel Bible Church. Her final sentiment was, “Rejoice with me! I’m home with the Lord!” She is survived by her daughters: Shayne Warsing of Concord and Kimberley of Willoughby; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; son-in-law Dennis Myers of Madison; two brothers: Curtis and Harold Parsley of Louisville, Kentucky and a sister, Christine Medley, also of Louisville. She was preceded in death by her husband Michael in 1982; a daughter, Tracy Myers, in 2007; her parents; and a sister, Leatrice Noble. Friends may call at Kirtland Bethel Bible Church from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday. Pastor Douglas Browning will officiate at the services. Burial will take place in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. Donations in memory of Mrs. Pircio may be made to Kirtland Bethel Bible Church.



NAME: Harold Louis Almack
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tues., Jan. 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Masonic Service: Tues., Jan. 13, 2009 at 8 PM
   
OBITUARY: Masonic funeral services for H. Lou Almack, 83, of Madison, will be at 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 13 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mr. Almack died Thursday, January 8, 2009 in Cleveland. Mr. Almack was born Dec. 9, 1925 in Coshocton, the son of E. A. and Minnie Snack Almack, and was their seventh son. He was a self-employed contractor during most of his working years, and from 1965-1985 was employed by Chelm Management Co. in Cleveland as a maintenance superintendent. Mr. Almack attended West Lafayette Central High School. He enlisted in the U. S. Navy Dec. 1942 and served 31 months as a radio and radar operator on the USS Talamanca in the south Pacific. He was honorably discharged at Great Lakes Naval Base Jan. 19, 1946. He was a past master (1984-85) of Willoughby Lodge #302, Free and Accepted Masons, and was also a member of Willoughby Chapter #231 Royal Arch Masons, a 32° Mason in the Valley of Cleveland Scottish Rite, and a former member of Al Koran Shrine. He had also belonged to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2926 in Cleveland. Mr. Almack is survived by his beautiful and loving wife Carolyn Fultz Almack and three great step-children, Robert Fultz of Mentor, Beverly Feher of Texas and Edward Fultz of Painesville, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Mitchell and Patricia Almack; and a brother Harry. His parents; brothers Glenn, George, James, Ralph and Russell; and a sister Gertrude are deceased. Mr. Almack’s first wife, Edna, died in 1989, Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. until service time. Military honors will be rendered by the U. S. Navy. Private burial will take place at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Howard V. Eggleston
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Jan. 12, 2009 from 5-7 PM Masonic Service: Monday, Jan. 12, 2009 at 7 PM
   
OBITUARY: Masonic services for Howard V. Eggleston, 84, of Mentor, will be 7 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Friends may call from 5-7 PM prior to the service. Mr. Eggleston passed away January 7, 2009 at Lake West Hospital. Born November 1, 1924 in Auburn, Ohio he has lived in Mentor for the past 62 years. He was a US Army Air Force veteran and received several awards and citations for his service. He was also a member of Mentor Lodge 772 F. & A.M., and enjoyed operating his dump truck and tractor on various odd jobs. Mr. Eggleston was a retired truck driver for the former Rimes Trucking Company in Chardon. Survivors are his children, Lois (Gregory) Wedding of Mentor and Roger (Donna) Eggleston of Willoughby; grandchildren, Robert Kunsman, Jr., Hayley Eggleston and Kathy Marshall; and a brother, Harold (Juanita) Eggleston of Princeton, Indiana. His wife of 59 years, Margaret J. Eggleston, passed away in 2007. His parents and siblings are deceased. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the family would be appreciated.



NAME: Peter F. Brooks
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sun. Jan. 11, 2009 from 2-6 PM Funeral Service: Mon. Jan. 12, 2009 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Peter F. “Grandpa” Brooks, 77, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Monday, Jan. 12, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Brooks passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Willoughby. Born June 14, 1931 in Pineville, West Virginia he has lived in Willoughby since 1954. Mr. Brooks was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of the American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post 214 in Willoughby. He was especially proud of his grandsons and enjoyed watching them participating in baseball, basketball and soccer. He coached in the Willoughby Baseball League for 15 years and also served as a commissioner for several years. Pete also coached in Willoughby Youth Football League and Willoughby Girl’s Softball League. Pete was an avid walker, especially with his pet schnauzer, Maxie. An active South High School Booster, he served on the chain gang during football games and enjoyed fishing, camping and reconditioning antique cars. He was also an avid Cleveland Indians, Browns and Cavaliers fan. Pete was awarded the Willoughby Frontier Days Committee Pioneer of the Year award for his dedication to the community and his service to Willoughby youth. Mr. Brooks was employed as an inspector at the former Ohio Rubber Company in Willoughby and then worked for the City of Willoughby, retiring as superintendent of the parks in 1991 after 21 years of service. Survivors are his children, Linda (Jeffrey) Craigo of Madison and Peter T. (Karen) Brooks of Mentor-on-the-Lake; grandsons, Brian (Julie) Craigo of Detroit, Michigan, Kevin Craigo of Columbus and Michael Brooks of Mentor-on-the-Lake; sisters, Ruth (Charles) Gregory of Marietta, Georgia, Ernestene (James) Prentice of Beckley, West Virginia, Joette (James) Greene of Leesburg, Virginia and Peggy (David) Parrish of Fredricksburg, Virginia. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His wife, Jennie passed away March 8, 2001. His parents, Charles and Annie Brooks, sister, Sue Bowers and brothers, Charles Jr. and Gilbert Brooks are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the News-Herald Clothe-A-Child Program, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Charles L. Campbell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tues., Jan. 6, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Weds. Jan. 7, at 1:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: A celebration of the life of Charles L. Campbell, 86, of Geneva, will be 1 PM Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Campbell passed away Sunday, January 4, 2009. Born April 19, 1922 in Jobs, Ohio, he had lived in Eastlake more than 40 years before moving to Geneva about two years ago. He was a World War II US Army Air Force veteran and was an avid gardener and fisherman. Mr. Campbell retired from the Addressograph-Multigraph Corporation in Euclid, after 30 years. Survivors are his wife of 61 years, Kathryn J. (Altman) Campbell; children, Kathy (Ernie) Kerezsi of Geneva, Charles C. Campbell of Painesville and Craig S. Campbell of Eastlake; grandchildren, Mike (Angie) Pastva, Kelly (Mark) Cichowski; Kimberly (Pat) Short, Chris (Jeanne) Kerezsi, Tracy (Jeremy) Jeschenig and Walter (Shannon) Campbell and 15 great grandchildren. He also leaves many loving nieces, nephews and friends and their families. His parents, William and Maggie (Lanning) Campbell and siblings, Mary, Ethel, Gertrude, Minnie, Anna-Mae, Margarete, William, Harvey, James, Lawrence, Milton and David are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Elder Kenneth Sowers, Jr. of The Prince of Peace Church will officiate at the celebration. Final resting place will be in North Madison Cemetery, Madison Township.



NAME: Ann G. (Birmingham) Kuver
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 - 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009 - 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, Ohio
   
OBITUARY: Services for Ann G. (Birmingham) Kuver, 70, of Mentor, will be 11 AM Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Kuver passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at Kemper House in Mentor. Born Jan. 11, 1938 in Jersey City, New Jersey, she has been a resident of Lake County since 1970, living in Willoughby and Mentor. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby and served as president of the Ladies Guild at the Church for several years. She was an avid golfer, playing regularly at Erie Shores Golf Club in Madison and at Blackbrook Golf Club in Mentor where she won three Class A trophies. Mrs. Kuver was a beautician who cared for residents of area nursing homes and assisted living centers. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Robert Kuver; children, Janice (Ron) Bixel of Willoughby and Robert (Maggie) Birmingham, stationed in Chesapeake, Virginia with the United States Navy; grandchildren, Alyssa, Bobby, Tyler and Conrad; and her brother, John Drewes. She also leaves her step-sons, Ron and Bob Kuver and their families. Her first husband, Robert F. Birmingham, passed away in 1981. Her parents, Gustav and Gertrude (Werner) Drewes are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday, January 5, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 8522 East Avenue, Mentor, 44060 or Harbor Light Hospice, 734-C Beta Drive, Mayfield Village, 44143.



NAME: Helen C. Turner
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Funeral Service: Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Services for Helen C. Turner, 97, of Kirtland, a homemaker, will be 2 PM Saturday, Jan. 3, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Turner passed away December 28, 2008 at Golden Living Center Western Reserve in Kirtland Born October 3, 1911 in Cleveland, she lived in Mayfield Heights before moving to Kirtland 37 years ago. She was a member of Kirtland Grange, Lamplighters and Senior Center. She loved her family, and enjoyed sharing stories of her childhood pranks with them. She also loved to sew and feed the wildlife in her yard. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Georgia) Turner of Berea, and Theresa Nagy and Mary Ellen (Ralph T.) Carter, both of Kirtland; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Her husband, Norvin D. Turner passed away in 1992. Her parents, John and Theresa Crost, brother, Philip Crost and sister, Rachel Crost are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Michael currier of the Body of Christ Community will officiate at the service. Private burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Kirtland Kiwanis or the Lake County Blue Coats, c/o Lake County Sheriff’s Department, 104 East Erie St., Painesville, 44077.



NAME: Alis P. Gizigian
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): ALL ARRANGEMENTS TAKE PLACE AT KIRTLAND BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH; 10172 CHILLICOTHE ROAD (ST. RT. 306) IN KIRTLAND
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Alis P. Gizigian, 85, of Mentor will be on Saturday, Jan. 3 at 10:00 a.m. at Kirtland Bethel Bible Church, 10172 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Gizigian died on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008 in Willoughby. She was born Nov. 21, 1923 in Cleveland, the daughter of Samuel and Helen Holigian Bejeckian. Her children felt that she was the greatest mother who ever lived. She enjoyed being with people in a room filled with laughter. She liked to read her Bible and loved to go shopping. She also enjoyed just sitting and watching classic movies. She adored her grandchildren and will be dearly missed by those who loved her. Mrs. Gizigian is survived by her daughters Alyce Gizigian of Mentor, Patricia (Christopher) Hauer and Cynthia Ash of Kirtland; a son, Robert, of Mentor; five grandchildren: Stephanie, Valerie, Bryan and Dylan Ash and Christopher Hauer; a sister, Mary Carden of Hudson; and a brother, Harry Bejeckian of Miami, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas in 1980; her parents; and a brother, John. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 3-7 p.m. Pastor Douglas Browning will officiate at the services. Burial will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Pearl M. Kirby
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Jan. 2, 2009 from 2-4, 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at 10 AM at Willoughby Baptist Church, 37927 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby
   
OBITUARY: Services for Pearl M. (Severt) Kirby, 90, of Mentor, a homemaker, will be 10 AM Saturday, January 3, at Willoughby Baptist Church, 37927 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Kirby went home to be with her Lord Tuesday, December 30, 2008. Born May 1, 1918 in Konnarock, Virginia she lived in North Carolina and then in Mentor for 45 years, moving to Roaming Shores with her daughter for two years and returning to Mentor about 18 months ago. She was a Charter Member of Willoughby Baptist Church and the Historical Engine Society. She won many awards as a member of TOPS and enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting, crafts, gardening and country music. Survivors are her children, Dillard “Dee” (Shirley) Kirby of Lenoir, North Carolina; Roger D. (Mary Ann) Kirby of Mentor and Rebecca (Frank) Fronk of Roaming Shores; grandchildren, Daniel (Derry) Kirby, Mitzi Carlton, Dell Kirby, Robin Kirby, Brian Kirby, Dean (Penny) Kirby, Jason (Geneva) Kirby, Adam (Jennifer) Kirby, Don (Connie) Hunchuck and Amber Fronk; great grandchildren, Jason, Derek, Dakoda, Tyler, Kyle, James, Maria, Madison, Kaitlin and Melody; siblings, Mary Alice Blevins, Avery Severt and Howard Severt. She also leaves her daughter-in-law, Kathleen E. Kirby and many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Oscar M. Kirby passed away June 28, 1995. Her son, Larry D. Kirby, parents, Arthur and Laura (Reedy) Severt, sisters, Clemmie, Edith, Ruby, Ruth and Blanche and brothers, Garland and Clarence are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Larry Wade will officiate at the services. Final resting place will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Willoughby Baptist Church, 37927 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Evelyn L. Boyd
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Visitation: Tues., Dec. 30, 2008 from 6:30-7:30 PM followed by a Memorial Service at 7:30 PM
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Evelyn L. (Anderson) Boyd, 88, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 7:30 PM Tuesday, Dec. 30, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Boyd passed away December 26, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born August 26, 1920 in Cleveland, she had lived in Lake County since 1953. Mrs. Boyd was a homemaker and also assisted in the family business, Boyd Auto Parts in Wickliffe. She is survived by her children, Keith A. Boyd of Wickliffe, Patricia L. (Vince) Wilson of Mentor-on-the-Lake and Greg (Mary) Boyd of Gates Mills and grandsons, Ryan Wilson, Cole Wilson, Kevin Moran and Jack Moran. Her husband, Ralph F. Boyd passed away January 28, 1986. Her parents, Carl and Jennie Anderson and sisters, Signe, Ella, Ruth and Jane. Friends may call from 6:30-7:30 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Fisher House Foundation, a non-profit organization which assists families of hospitalized veterans. The contribution address is 1401 Rockville Pike. Rockville, MD 20852.



NAME: Barbara Ann Seldon
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, Dec. 30 from 4-7 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 10 AM at First Covenant Church, 29400 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills, 44092
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Barbara Ann Seldon, 77, of Willoughby Hills, will be on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Covenant Church, 29400 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Seldon died on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008 in Mission, Texas. She was born Sept. 9, 1931 in Cleveland, the daughter of Frank and Violet L. Powell Worgull. She and her husband Murray spent six months each year in Mission doing church work. Mrs. Seldon made visits to a Mexican orphanage, and made afghans and dolls (along with the doll dresses) to give away to the poor children in the Mexican villages along the Rio Grande. She brought joy to many of the poor and forgotten. Mrs. Seldon is survived by her husband, Murray; daughter Dianna Seldon of Jefferson; sons Michael of Willoughby and Roger of Wickliffe; 5 grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Chimenti of Macedonia. She was preceded in death by her parents and by two sons, Thomas and Eric. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. Pastor William E. Nyerges will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery, Twinsburg. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Seldon’s memory to First Covenant Church, 29400 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills, OH 44092.



NAME: Margaret M. Scott
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Sunday, January 4, 2009 - 2-5 PM at the funeral home Service: Monday, January 5, 2009 at 10:30 AM at St. Bartholomew Epicopal Church, 435 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Village, OH
   
OBITUARY: Services for Margaret M. (Gido) Scott, 77, of Highland Heights, will be 10:30 AM Monday, January 5, at St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church, 435 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Village. Mrs. Scott passed away December 23, 2008 at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. Born June 25, 1931 in Cleveland, she had lived in Highland Heights since 1961. She was an active member of St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church in Mayfield Village and St. Andrew Episcopal Church in Kirtland Hills. She also enjoyed painting and sewing. She is survived by her children, Ronald Scott of Concord Twp., and Barbara Marinelli of Wickliffe; grandchildren, David, Jessica, Stephanie and Kristen. Her husband of 59 years, Arnold E. Scott, passed away January 11, 2008. Her parents, Michael and Teckla (Babinski) Gido and sister, Dorothy Hamila are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-5 PM Sunday, January 4, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Gretchen K. Weller, Rector of St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens, Willoughby.



NAME: Alan E. Carnes
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Dec. 29, from 5-8 PM Memorial Service: Monday, Dec. 29, at 8 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Alan E. Carnes, 38, of Eastlake, a machinist, will be 8 PM Monday, December 29, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Al passed away December 21, 2008. Born August 15, 1970 in Key West, Florida, he was a longtime Euclid resident before moving to Eastlake earlier this year. He was an avid reader and a member of the PTA at Washington Elementary School in Eastlake. He was a loving father and adored his son; Al was the center of his life and he would do anything for him. Survivors are his beloved son, Al Cutter and his mother, Danielle Cutter; loving mother, Linda Carnes of Ashtabula and loving father, David (Barbara) Johnson of Euclid; sisters, Kimberly Carnes (Carl Barile) of Roaming Shores, and Heather (Jim) Shull of Holly Springs, North Carolina; and step-brother, Aaron Braegger of Redondo Beach, California. He also leaves his companion and friend, Christina Forgione and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Jack Anderson of Aspinwall Church of God in Cleveland and the Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions for his son Al’s education would be appreciated and can be made in care of the funeral home.



NAME: Carole M. Dzama
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Tues. Dec. 23 from 10-11 AM only Funeral: Tues. Dec. 23 at 11 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Carole Mary Dzama, 75, of Willoughby, will be on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Dzama died Friday, Dec. 19 at Blossom Hill Care Center in Huntsburg. She was born Aug. 27, 1933 in Cleveland, the daughter of Blake and Mabel Sherman. She was raised in Cleveland and moved to Willoughby in 1975. Mrs. Dzama was employed by the Euclid Board of Education as an elementary school teacher for 28 years, and taught at Wells, Benjamin Franklin and Upson schools. She retired in 1985. Mrs. Dzama was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, the West End YMCA, Hiking Seniority and Burroughs Nature Club of Willoughby. She was a former volunteer for 3 ½ years at Fairmount Health Center. Mrs. Dzama is survived by her son, James Modic, a step-daughter Diane (Phil) Szampias, and a step-granddaughter, Amanda Szampias. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Thomas Sherman, and a sister Jean Sherman. She married twice, first to Harold Modic who died in 1957 and then to George Dzama who died in 1994. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. The Rev. Jeffrey Paschal, pastor of First Presbyterian Church will officiate. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village.



NAME: Carl E. Auhl
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Dec. 21, from 4-6 PM at the funeral home Graveside Service: Monday, Dec. 22, at 10 AM at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Twp,. OH 44026 Memorial Service: Monday, Dec. 22, at 1 PM at Bible Community Church, 8600 Lake Shore Blvd., Mentor, OH 44060
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Carl E. Auhl, 80, will be Monday, Dec. 22, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Bible Community Church, 8600 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor. Mr. Auhl passed into eternity in the company of family members in Spring, Texas on Monday, Dec. 15. He was born Jan. 21, 1928 in Cleveland, the son of Carl and Edna Swickard Auhl. He was a 1948 graduate of Cleveland Heights High School and served in the Ohio National Guard. He worked in various divisions at TRW for 30 years. In 1952 Carl married Janet Delora Zook (deceased 2003) and lived in Mentor for 54 years. Carl is survived by daughters Deborah (Bud) Talbert and Elaine Wolf; grandchildren Jessica Wolf, David (Desiree), Delaura, Sarah, Anna, and Emma Talbert; and great-grandsons Camren and Kyle Hantman. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby on Sunday, Dec 21, from 4-6 p.m. Pastor Bud Talbert will officiate at the services. Graveside services will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township on Monday, Dec. 22 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the MD Anderson Cancer Center (www.mdanderson.org) or Mentor Christian School (www.mentorchristian.com)



NAME: Maria A. Di Penti
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008 from 2-4, 6-8 PM Service: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008 at 8 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Maria A. (nee: Gunn) Di Penti, 87, of Elyria, formerly of Willoughby, will be 8 PM Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Di Penti passed away Thurs., Dec. 11, 2008 at the Wesleyan Village in Elyria. Born September 26, 1921 in Germany, she immigrated to the United States 60 years ago, settling in the Cleveland area. She was a longtime Willoughby resident before moving to Painesville, and to Elyria two years ago. She was an avid photographer and former member of the Western Reserve Photographic Society. In addition, she was a winter resident of Park City, Utah where she learned to snow ski. Mrs. Di Penti was an international secretary at the former Bailey Meter Company in Wickliffe before retiring in 1985 after 30 years of service. She is survived by her children, Michael Gunn of Willoughby and Vicki (Jim) Cranfield of Hammond, New York; two grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She also leaves her longtime companion, Jim McEvoy of Elyria. Her parents and two brothers are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael Currier, of the Body of Christ Community will officiate at the service.



NAME: Dorothy M. Cartwright
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Memorial services for Dorothy M. Cartwright, 79, of Mentor, will be 12 Noon Thursday, December 11, 2008 at Faith Community Church, 5885 Hopkins Road, Mentor. Mrs. Cartwright died Dec. 5, 2008 at Lake East Hospital in Painesville. Born Feb. 10, 1929 in Omaha, Nebraska, the daughter of Maurice and Alice Bystrum Harmon. Mrs. Cartwright lived most of her life in Lake County. She was a long-time member of the former St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Mentor, where she as a secretary and deacon, as well as in other capacities. After the church changed its name to Faith Community Church, her health began to decline and she was not able to attend as often. Mrs. Cartwright’s passion was her large family, whom she loved. They will miss her most. She is survived by her children: Cathy (Timothy) Wineman and Lynda C. Cartwright of Mentor and Jeffrey A. Cartwright and Tammy (Robert) Penko of Madison; grandchildren: Rick (Sandi), Jamie, Randy (Tracy), Mat, Tiffany, David, Stacy (Ron), Tim (Ashley); great-grandchildren: Carly, Nicholas, Aubrey, Gavin, Catarina, Corbin, Anden, David, Gracie, Isabelle and Ian; and sister, Dinah Hathaway of Grand River. She was preceded in death her husband of 55 years, Alvin, in 2003. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until noon. Private burial will follow the service at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby. Memorial donations may be given to the family.



NAME: Thomas J. Rutherford
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, December 12, from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Saturday, December 13 at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Thomas J. Rutherford, 56, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Saturday, December 13, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Rutherford passed away Sunday, December 7, at his home. Born October 20, 1952 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he has lived in Lake County for the past 21 years. Mr. Rutherford retired after 32-years of service at Rockwell Automation in December 2007. He was a co-founder of NOREC, LLC in 2008. Survivors are his wife of 30 years, Marjorie (Leppanen) Rutherford; sons, Steven (Linda Hollis) Rutherford, Ph.D., of Princeton, New Jersey; Daniel (Katie Sullivan) Rutherford, a Specialist in the US Army, stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky; David Rutherford of Willoughby and Ricky Stansbury, also of Willoughby; granddaughter, Mya Rutherford; mother, Louise Rutherford and sister, Karen Rutherford, both of Waltham, Massachusetts and brothers, Patrick (Ellen) Rutherford of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Michael (Kris) Rutherford of North Reading, Massachusetts. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His father, Thomas J. Rutherford, Sr. passed away in 1994. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael Currier of the Body of Christ Community will officiate at the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, OH 44060-1830 or online at hospicewr.org



NAME: Adelia S. Zevnik
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Tues., Dec. 9, from 10-11 AM Service: Tues., Dec. 9, at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Adelia S. (Paris) Zevnik, 89, a homemaker, of Ashtabula, formerly of Euclid, will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, Dec.9, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby. Mrs. Zevnik passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008, at Mentor-Way Nursing Home in Mentor. Born May 1, 1919, in Franklin County, Kansas, she was a longtime Euclid resident, moving to Ashtabula four years ago. Mrs. Zevnik was a member of the Master’s United Methodist Church in Euclid, and enjoyed traveling. Survivors are her daughter, Judith (James) Dobrowolski, of The Villages, Florida; daughter-in-law Louise Zevnik of Jefferson; grandchildren, Jeff (Donna Mosher) Dobrowolski, of Dorr, Michigan; Jack (Kathy Childress) Dobrowolski of Mentor-on-the-Lake; Janet (Wally) Post of Austinburg; and Jason (Kathy) Hufford, of Spartanburg, South Carolina; sister, Ruby (Howard) Irish of Mentor and sisters-in-law Mary Paris, of Conneaut and Herta Paris of Strongsville. She also leaves her nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Zevnik and her son, John R. Zevnik. Her parents, Charles R. and Mary E. (Sumner) Paris and siblings, Irene Brown, Cecil, Clifford and William Paris are also deceased. Friends may call from 10 – 11:00 AM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. C. Michael Gibson of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate the service. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village.



NAME: Marie G. Palliser
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Marie G. (Wagner) Palliser, 96, of Mentor, passed away December 3, 2008 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born June 13, 1912 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Lake County resident, having lived in Willoughby for 34 years before moving to Mentor. She was a former member of Willoughby United Methodist Church and member of Willoughby, Mentor and Lakeside Federation of Woman’s Clubs. She was also a member of the Willoughby Fine Arts Association, the Mentor Miscellany Club and was an avid bridge player. Mrs. Palliser enjoyed telling how, in 1963, she started working at the former Automation Development Corporation in Mentor, one day per week as payroll clerk and retired in 1987 as treasurer of the company. Prior to this time she had worked at the former Kinter’s and Gressel’s Grocery stores and also the former Meil’s Department Store, all in downtown Willoughby. She is survived by her children, William (Susan) Palliser of Mentor, Diane (Tom) Szabo of Concord Township and Donna (Robert) Bachnicki of Perry; grandsons, Cory (Staci) and Daniel Bachnicki and William and Brian Palliser. She took particular pride in her great granddaughter, Deora Marie Bachnicki. She also leaves her siblings, Albert and Henry Wagner and Joan Lenihan, all of Canada. Her husband, William Palliser, passed away in 2000. Private burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family will host an open house in her memory from 2-5 PM Sunday (Dec. 7) at The Annex, located in the Kennedy House, at 38039 West Spaulding Street, in Willoughby, across the street from Davis-Babcock Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119-1930.



NAME: Nancy Elaine Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Nancy Elaine Smith, 66, of Mentor, died on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008 at Lake East Hospital in Painesville. She was born Oct. 26, 1942 in Painesville, the daughter of Fred and Esther Randall Wetzel. Before ill health caused her to retire, Nancy worked for Jack’s Pizza (now Corduroys Pizza) in the Headlands as a cook. She volunteered for many years as an election worker at the polls. She loved to sew and collected Longaberger baskets. Nancy is survived by her husband, Robert; five sons: Bobby of Eastlake, Gary (Amy) and Chris (Kristen) both of Mentor, Jeff (Angie) of Perry, and Seth of Cleveland; a daughter, Tania (Bob) Allen of Madison; a sister, Cathy (George) Michney-Zahler of Madison; and nine grandchildren: Bobby, Amy, Victory, Zachary, Parker, Ryder, Olivia, Kylie and Bailey. There will be no services or calling hours, and cremation was private. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Kenneth R. Cole
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Funeral services for Kenneth Robert Cole, 52, of Eastlake, will be on Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 11:00 a.m. at Erieside Church on the Boulevard, 221 East 320th Street, Willowick. Mr. Cole died at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2008. He was born Aug. 22, 1956 in Cleveland, the son of Cecil Elmo and Eileen Hahn Cole. He worked as a machinist for Parker-Hanissen for 15 years. He served as an umpire for Little League baseball in Eastlake and attended Erieside Church on the Boulevard. He also enjoyed walking and playing golf. Following his son’s example, Mr. Cole was an eye and tissue donor. Mr. Cole is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters Vanessa (Barry) Basinger of Norfolk, Va, and Cecilee; son Nicholas; brothers Mike (Barb) Cole of Hickory, N. Carolina and Keith (Kay) Cole of Painesville; sisters Sherry Hight of N. Ridgeville, Ohio and Coleen Lette of Wickliffe; and a granddaughter Taylor. Mr. Cole was preceded in death by his son Tyler on Oct. 12, 2008; his parents; a brother-in-law, Bill Hight; and a sister-in-law, Billie Jean Cole. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Pastor Larry Pozza will officiate at the services. Burial will follow at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Munson Township.



NAME: Leah M. Day
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Leah M. (McCready) Day, 80, of Mentor, will be 11 AM Saturday, Nov. 22, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Day passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008 at Golden Living Center Western Reserve in Kirtland. Born April 23, 1928 in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, she had lived in Mentor since 1960. Mrs. Day was employed as a bus driver for Mentor Public Schools for more than 20 years. Survivors are her children, Robert A. (Nancy) Day II of Mentor, Richard A. (Barbara) Day of Ashtabula, Deedee (George) Pearce of Mentor, Pamela (Don) Eversole of Madison, Diane (Dave) Wachsman of South Euclid and Cindy (Don) Hall of Fairport Harbor; grandchildren, Casey (Mario) Rooks, Brion, Justin, Michael, Heather, Annette, Amanda, Ashleigh, Kelly, David, Anna, Mary, Kevin, Heather and Chrissy, and brother, Jesse McCready of Mentor. Her husband, Robert A. Day passed away February 16, 2005. Her parents, Ed and Mary Dell McCready and brothers, George R. and Edward V. McCready are also deceased. Friends may call from 3-5, 7-9 PM today at the funeral home. The Dorothy Valerian, a Spiritual Care Coordinator with Hospice of the Western Reserve will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Alzheimer’s Association, 12200 Fairhill Rd., Cleveland, 44120 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Oliver A. Kiikka
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Oliver A. Kiikka, 80, of Zanesville, will be 1 p.m. Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Kiikka died Nov. 18, 2008 at Autumn Health Care in Zanesville. He was born Nov, 18, 1928 in Monesson, Pa., the son of Otto and Lilja Kiikka. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and worked 33 years as a chemical engineer for Sohio. He was a member of Gideons International and was very active in his church. He loved gardening, animals and travel. He is survived by three sons, Niel (Jan) Kiikka of Zanesville, Reese (Carolyn) Kiikka of Painesville and Dale (Laura) Kiikka of Athens; daughter-in-law, Peggy Kiikka of Willoughby; sister, Nancy (Ron) Konkle of California; sister-in-law, Donna Kiikka; stepchildren, Maria, Chuck and Robert; and grandchildren, Caresse Kiikka and Michel Pistone. In addition to his parents, Oliver was preceded in death by his first wife, Evelyn; his son, Scott; his second wife, Marjorie; and his brother, Lauri Kiikka. Friends may call 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Donald P. Beaumont of Bethel Lutheran Church in Willowick will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery in Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Robert C. "R.C." Stewart
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Robert C. “R.C.” Stewart, 79, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Monday, November 17, at the First Baptist Church of South Euclid, 835 Trebisky Road, South Euclid. Mr. Stewart passed away Wednesday, November 12, at his home in Willoughby. Born May 10, 1929 in Dunn, North Carolina, he lived in Euclid before moving to Willoughby nine years ago. He was a member of First Baptist Church of South Euclid. As a Deacon, he was the Nehemiah of the Church, taking care of whatever needed to be done. He served as an usher, trustee and member of the Building and Grounds Committee. He was the leader of our family and an instant friend to all he met. He also loved boxing and was an avid Ohio State fan. Bob was employed as a forge press operator at Park Drop Forge in Cleveland for more than 40 years before his retirement. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean (Flowers); children, Robert C. (Sharie) Stewart, Jr. of New Concord, Ohio, Debbie (Bill) Gum of Richmond Heights, Ohio, Samuel S. (Anna) Stewart of El Paso, Texas and Trudy (Jeffrey) James of Dunn, North Carolina; grandchildren, Kelly, Amanda, Rhiannon, Robbie, Rory, Heather, Cameron, Dylan, Nickey, Nathan, Jacob, Sierra, Jamie, Melissa, Candace, Nicole, Jeremiah and Zechariah; great grandchildren, Makayla, Dante, Alyssa, Aydenn, Ayanna, Miles, Dylan, Stella and Detryck and sister, Frances (Bob) Frazier of Pinehurst, North Carolina. His son, Nickey Moore, grandson, Dereck; granddaughter, Michelle, parents, Harvey and Naomi Stewart and siblings, Eramae Tart, Marlin, Whalen, Harold and Graylon are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Bruce McLaurin of First Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens in Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc. 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Ellen J. Weinschenk
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Nov. 13 from 4-8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Friday, Nov. 14, at 10 AM at Nottingham Baptist Church
   
OBITUARY: Services for Ellen J. Weinschenk, 87, of Willoughby Hills, will be 10 AM Friday, Nov. 14, at Nottingham Baptist Church, 2921 Bishop Road, Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Weinschenk passed away November 10, 2008 at University Hospitals of Cleveland. Born December 28, 1920 in Erie, Pennsylvania, she had lived in Indianapolis, Indiana and Euclid before moving to Willoughby Hills over 30 years ago. She was a member of Nottingham Baptist Church in Willoughby Hills. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Richardson of Euclid, Cynthia (Thomas) Green of Concord Township and Janet (Richard) Oleksyk of Kirtland; grandchildren, Lesley (David) Weber, Scott (Sheri) Green and Kristin Green; great grandchildren, Megan Weber, Whitney Weber, Madison Green and Benjamin Boskovic. Her husband of 57 years, William H. Weinschenk pre-deceased her in 2000. Her parents, William and Bertha Davies, brother, James E. Davies and son-in-law, Ralph Richardson are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. David Chapman of Nottingham Baptist Church and the Rev. Denny Hoynes of Emmaus Bible Fellowship will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Ladies Missionary Society at Nottingham Baptist Church, 2921 Bishop Road, Willoughby Hills, OH 44094.



NAME: Harold Junior Teter
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Thursday, Nov. 13, at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Harold Junior Teter, 67, of Eastlake, will be on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby. Mr. Teter died at his home on Sunday, Nov. 9. He was born May 11, 1941 in Whitmer, West Virginia, the son of Roy and Iva Marie Thompson Teter. He worked for Mentor-on-the-Lake City as a service department foreman for 36 years. He was also a volunteer fireman and paramedic. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Mr. Teter is survived by his loving wife, Linda; children Patricia (Donald) May, June (James) Lorenzo, Donna Johnson, Kimberly (Vanek) New, and Harold “Tay” Teter; grandchildren: Don and Joseph May, Shannon Landi, Alex and Jessica Salsgiver, Bryan Wicks, Donald and Seth Teter and Samantha Wallingford; great-grandchildren Ethan and Nathan; brothers Donald and Delbert Teter; sisters Norma (Floyd) Mullinax, Ruth (Jerry) Smith, Teresa (Joe) Snyder, and Dortha (Ray) Nelson; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Willard. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. The service will be conducted by Pastor Philip Hilditch of Victory Baptist Church in Mentor, and burial will follow at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Rhea C. Leskiw
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Nov. 10 from 5-6:30 PM Memorial Service: Monday, Nov. 10 at 6:30 PM
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Rhea Claire Leskiw, 71, of Willowick, will be on Monday, Nov. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby. Mrs. Leskiw died Friday, Nov. 7 at Lake West Hospital. She was born Nov. 10, 1936 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Albert and Eleanor Wagner Dalton. As a child she loved to go hunting with her father. She worked in the medical field for many years. She was compassionate and provided comfort to the homebound and dying. She loved writing cards and letters to her friends and family, and was an avid rose gardener. She enjoyed playing Bingo and bowling with her friends. Mrs. Leskiw loved her children and grandchildren more than anything. They always brought a sparkle to her eye. Even though she had many adversities, she always overcame them. She taught her children to be strong, and they will miss her. She is survived by her children Rosanne Leskiw Lenz and her companion Roger Eastabrooks, Bryan Leskiw and Anne (Frank) Hathy; grandchildren Jeffrey (Laura) Lenz, Christopher Leskiw, and Samuel, Joseph and Victoria Hathy; her former husband and friend Norman Leskiw; and a brother David (Diane) Dalton. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Michael Dalton and a daughter Christine Marie Leskiw. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 5:00 p.m. until service time.



NAME: Cordie C. Stacey
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 5-7 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Service for Cordie C. Stacey, 70, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Stacey passed away November 7, 2008 at Manor Care Health Services in Willoughby. Born November 20, 1937 in Hanover, West Virginia, she has lived in the Cleveland and Willoughby communities for the past 50 years. She was a lifelong member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary in Garfield Heights. She was an avid gardener and antique collector and enjoyed playing solitaire on a computer. Mrs. Stacey was employed as a machinist and punch press operator before her retirement. She is survived by her granddaughter, Katie Bias of Wickliffe and sisters, Helen Justice of Iaeger, West Virginia and Elsie Carroll of Welch, West Virginia and many nieces and their families. She also leaves her dear friends, Johnnie and Vada “Blue” Cordell of Painesville, many other friends and her much loved dog, “Bucky.” Her husband, Harold Stacey passed away in 1999 and her son, Frankie Bias passed away in 1998. Her mother, Ildico H. Lester, brothers, Arnold “Posey” Lester, Roy Hatfield, Ed Lester, two infant brothers and brother-in-law, Mack Justice are also deceased. Friends may call from 5-7 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens in Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Suite E, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Rose Shaffer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS. MEMORIAL MASS, MONDAY, NOV. 10 AT 11:30 AM AT ST. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 32114 VINE ST., WILLOWICK, OHIO
   
OBITUARY: Rose Shaffer Memorial services for Rose (Przyborowski) Shaffer, 94, of Willowick, will be 11:30 AM Monday, Nov. 10, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 32114 Vine Street, Willowick. Mrs. Shaffer passed away November 6, 2008, two weeks before her 95th birthday. Born November 20, 1913 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, she has lived in Lake County for the past 51 years. She was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Willowick. Her family will remember her as a devoted mother, grandma, great-grandma and neighborhood friend. As her husband, Lee, often mentioned, shopping was her hobby. Also, she and Lee could be found selling their crafts at craft shows well into their 80’s. She is survived by her children, Lee (Nancy) Shaffer of Mentor, Karen (Carmen) Buttari of Painesville and Sharon Melaragno of Mentor; grandchildren, Dan (Shelly) Buttari, Kelly (Steve) Rudin, Joe (Jessica) Buttari and Randy (Dana) Shaffer; great grandchildren, Dominic, Nicholas, Allison, Tony, Bella and Joey. Her husband of 63 years, Lee Shaffer passed away in 2000 and her son, Mike Shaffer also passed away in 2000. Her parents, seven sisters and five brothers are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. Private burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 32114 Vine St., Willowick, OH 44095. Arrangements are entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Blaine Ream Kelley
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, November 9, from 2-4, 6-8 PM; Masonic and Eastern Star services will be held. Funeral Service: Monday, November 10 at 10 AM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Blaine Ream Kelley, 91, of Mentor, will be on Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Kelley died at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Mr. Kelley was born May 19, 1917 in Connellsville, Penn., the son of George Earl and Elizabeth Blaine Ream Kelley. He was the husband of Elizabeth Peters Kelley for 53 years before her death in 2000. He retired from House of La Rose Beverage Distributors in Cleveland after many years of service as an accountant. He was a US Army veteran, having served in World War II. He was an active member of the Masonic fraternity and its concordant bodies. He served as Past Grand Patron, Ohio Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star in 1991. He was a member of Mentor Lodge #772, F & AM, Willoughby Chapter #202, Order of the Eastern Star, Willoughby High Twelve Club, Al Koran Shrine and the Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland. He was also a member of Bible Community Church in Mentor. He is survived by his daughter Barbara, of Mentor; three grandchildren, Megan, Jenna and BJ; and a brother, Hayes (Jane) Kelley of Cincinnati. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a son, Robert Paul, and a brother George. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, Nov. 9 from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. Masonic and Eastern Star tributes will be offered during these hours. Burial will be in the Mentor Municipal Cemetery with military honors. Memorial donations may be made to Grand Chapter of Ohio ESTARL Fund in memory of Blaine Kelley, PGP, c/o Roberta G. David, 2163 Crab Tree Drive, Beavercreek, OH 45431.



NAME: Thelma M. Eberhard
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Mrs. Thelma M. Eberhard of Gainesville, Georgia passed away October 31, 2008. Survivors include two children, five grandchildren, several great grandchildren and other family members. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Private entombment will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Janet M. Thorne
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, November 5, from 4-8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Thursday, November 6, at 11 AM at Kirtland Community of Christ, 9017 Chillicothe Road (St. Rt. 306) in Kirtland
   
OBITUARY: Janet M. Thorne Services for Janet M. (Blevins) Thorne, 73, of Kirtland, will be 11 AM Thursday at the Kirtland Community of Christ, 9017 Chillicothe Rd., Kirtland. Mrs. Thorne passed away November 1, 2008n at Rae-Ann Nursing Home in Geneva. Born May 8, 1935 in Dunham, Kentucky, she has lived in Kirtland since 1964. She was a member of Kirtland Community of Christ and a lifelong member of American Legion Post 609 in Kirtland. She was an avid book reader and enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Survivors are her children, Michael (Mary Jo) Trent of Mentor, Diane “Dee Dee” (Rex) Barnett of Madison and Ernest (Jennilyn) Thorne of Kirtland; grandchildren, Kyle and Christopher Trent, David and Craig Rorapaugh, Rex Jr., Justin, Hilary and Kennedy Barnett and Anthony and Christopher Piazza; brothers, Ernest “Buddy” (Gayle) Blevins of Luray, Virginia, Rodney “Bobby” Blevins of Jenkins, Kentucky, Gary Blevins of Harpersfield Township, and sister, Lana (Christopher) Pavick and Galloway, Ohio. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Lloyd D. Thorne, Jr. passed away June 30, 2005. Her parents, Ernest and Alta Mae (Haynes) Blevins are also deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Her dearest brother and sister-in-law, Steven and Shirley Davidson will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Harbinger House Hospice, 1119 Bassett Road, Westlake, OH 44145.



NAME: Tyler Robert John (Dodge) Martin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Services for Tyler Robert James Martin, beloved infant son of Susan Dodge and Tony Martin, will be 11:30 AM Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Tyler passed away October 28, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. In addition to his parents, he leaves his grandmother, Alice Dodge and grandparents, James and Barbara Martin; great grandmothers, Hazel Seibert, Myrna Brown and Anna Martin; aunts, Jane (Marc) Bretschneider and Alysha Span; uncles, Thomas (Kim) Funk, Tim (Christine) Martin and Jason (Allison) Martin. He also leaves many cousins and other family members. He was preceded by his great grandfathers, Bill Brown and Richard Martin and his great uncle, Robert Seibert. Friends may call from 10:30 – 11:30 AM Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Fr. Dave G. Woost of Divine Word Catholic Church in Kirtland will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park in Mayfield Village. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the family would be appreciated.



NAME: Erle H. Wildermuth
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Dr. Erle H. Wildermuth, O.D. Age 88, of Willowick passed away Monday, October 27, 2008 at Manorcare Nursing Home in Willoughby. Born January 28, 1920 in Montgomery, Ill, he had been a Lake County resident for the last 56 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, and received the Distinguished Flying Cross while serving as ranking operations officer/pilot for the 84th Glider Squadron of the 437th Troup Carrier Group, during the D-Day Operation Overlord invasion of France and later in the Operation Market Garden invasion of Holland. He was a graduate of Graceland College in Lamoni, Iowa and the Ohio State University School of Optometry. Dr. Wildermuth practiced as a Doctor of Optometry at his offices in Willowick for over 40 years, and was known and loved by generations of patients, friends, family and colleagues. He was also a licensed minister in the Community of Christ Church, serving in myriad local, district and mission level positions over the years. He was the beloved husband of Helen “Tina” (nee Hughes); the loving father of Michael (Cindy) Wildermuth of Willoughby; father-in-law of Sue Wildermuth of Houston, Texas; and grandfather of Kevin, James, Brenda, Cara and Alexa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerome F. and Erma H. Wildermuth, brother, Howard W. Wildermuth and son, Dr. James F. Wildermuth. A service to remember and celebrate his life will be held at 10 a.m., November 15, 2008 at the Kirtland Community of Christ Church at 9017 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, with visitation with the family from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Crystal Humiston
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Oct. 31 from 10 AM until 12 Noon only; Graveside Service: Friday, Oct. 31, at 12:30 PM at Whitehaven Memorial Park
   
OBITUARY: Graveside services for Crystal Delaine (Conway) Humiston, 91, will be 12:30 p.m. Friday at Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Village. Mrs. Humiston died October 23, 2008 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born Sept. 16, 1917 to Ray and Minnie Conway, and was the beloved wife of the late Clayton Humiston. She is survived by three children, William (Joanne), Richard (Judy) and Kim; four grandchildren: Cheryl (Timothy) Walters, Cynthia (John) Leffue, Wendy (Robert) Cluff and Richard C. Humiston; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother Chester Conway and sisters Isla Armfield and Wilma Kennath. Friends may call on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave. in Willoughby.



NAME: Robert L. Prall
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Memorial Visitation: Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2-4 PM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Robert L. Prall, 51, of Mentor died Monday, October 20, 2008. He was born Sept. 3, 1957 in Painesville, the son of Robert L. and Beatrice Ann McMichael Prall. Robert was a self-employed roofer. He loved sports and played on several softball leagues. He was also a Cleveland Browns fan. He was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his companion, Liz Miller; his mother; children Dusty and Grace; stepchildren Melanie (Jeremy) Bumpus and Scott Miller; five grandchildren; and four brothers: Jim (Peg), Darrell, John (Chris) and Dean (Dawn) Prall. He was preceded in death by his father. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby, on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m. for a memorial gathering.



NAME: Mary G. Martincic
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday,Oct. 23, from 4-7 PM Funeral Service: Friday, Oct. 24, at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Mary Grace (Morse) Martincic, 73, of Willowick, will be on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Martincic died at her home Tuesday, October 21, 2008. Mrs. Martincic was born April 21, 1935 in Willoughby, and grew up in Kirtland, graduating from the Kirtland School in 1953. She then graduated from Willoughby-Eastlake School of Practical Nursing in 1971, and enjoyed a 30-year career in nursing, retiring from Breckenridge Village at age 64. She enjoyed time with her grandchildren, gardening, and reading. She is survived by her beloved friend William Helm and his family: Marty, Margaret (Todd) and Tom (Alryssa); her children: Linda Reynolds, John (Brenda) Tomko, Dorothy (Gary) Dysert, Phil (Myia) Tomko, Becky (Glenn) Grant, Jim (Rene) Tomko and Karen Wilson; grandchildren: Kylie and Rebekah Reynolds; Adam and Andrew Tomko; Bill (Kali) Dysert; Dana (James) and Eric Tomko; Jamie Dysert; Shannon, Brittany and Zack Sipan; Danielle, Jessica, Shane and Ethan Tomko; Nicole (Jeremy) Stiver; and Megan and Brian Wilson; great-grandchildren: Breana and Riley; brothers: Ed (Ann) Morse, Tom (Sis) Morse, and Dave Morse; sister, Kathryn (Len) Parish. She is also survived by beloved special nieces Michelle Prather and An’Angelia (Keith) Thompson and special nephew Antwon Prather. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Martincic, her parents Grace and Maynard Morse, brother Maynard Morse, Jr., much loved special sister Robbie Prather, and son-in-law Frank Reynolds. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Rev. Michael Currier will conduct the funeral. Burial will be in the South Kirtland Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Body of Christ Community Church, 38057 Erie Road, Willoughby, OH 44094 or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisely Road, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Linda J. Goglin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Oct. 24 from 3-7 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Saturday, Oct. 25 at 10 AM at Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church
   
OBITUARY: Services for Linda Jane (Sibert) Goglin, 50, of Timberlake, a loving wife and mother, will be 10 AM Saturday at Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church, 34730 Lake Shore Blvd., Timberlake Village. Linda passed away October 21, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born January 23, 1958 in Cleveland, she had lived in Lake County since 1963. She was a member of Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church and was a die-hard Cleveland Browns fan, win or lose. She enjoyed her garden, crafts and coaching softball, where she was affectionately known as “Coach Red.” She also enjoyed riding her scooter, working jigsaw puzzles, and always had a bag of sunflower seeds and an instant bingo ticket within reach. Linda was a homemaker who loved her family and was a friend to many. She is survived by her husband, lover and friend of 25 years, Jeff; children, David A. (Holly) Goglin, Gregory J. Goglin and Samantha J. Goglin and niece, Amanda L. Sibert. She was a proud parent and grandma to Jordan, Nathan and Mia, a daughter of Sara E. Sibert of El Campo, Texas and sister of Mickey Sibert of Jefferson, Thomas Sibert of Painesville and Norma Cox of El Campo, Texas. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her father Mickey Sibert is deceased. The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Barbara Holzhauser of Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in Linda’s name to Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church, 34730 Lake Shore Blvd., Timberlake, OH 44095.



NAME: Shirley M. Minor
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Oct. 19, from 2-5 PM followed by the funeral service (on Sunday)at 5 PM.
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Shirley Mildred Minor, 86, of Kirtland, will be on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Minor died on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at her home. Mrs. Minor was born Sept. 10, 1922 in Cleveland, the daughter of William Carl and Celine Stegner Kause. She was the wife of Donald O. Minor for 58 years before his death in 1998. She loved cooking and baking, and was noted for her German potato salad and pinwheels. She enjoyed listening to polka music, and enjoyed playing Bingo. She was a fan of the Cleveland Cavaliers. She is survived by her son Donald (Martha) Minor of Mentor; three daughters: Donna (Dennis) Blankenburg of Parma, Diane (Bill) Kopp of Willoughby and Jackie Minor of Kirtland; eight grandchildren: Kimberly, Dale, Daniel Dennis, Michael, Rob, Kristen and Michelle; seven great-grandchildren: Morgan, Aidan, Justin, Andrew, Mackenzie, Nicholas and Matthew; two sisters: Janet Hehr of Euclid and Bernice Hartman of Chagrin Falls; an uncle, Chester Kause of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla; and her beloved dogs, Krinkles and Lady. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 p.m. until service time. Following cremation, inurnment will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the family.



NAME: Marjory J. Fuller
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, October 17, 2008 from 5-8 PM at the funeral home; Funeral Service: Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 11 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Services for Marjory J. (Grady) Fuller, 87, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Saturday, Oct. 18, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Fuller died October 14, 2008 at Sunrise Assisted Living of Willoughby. Born March 23, 1921 in Cleveland, she was a lifelong Willoughby resident. She was a member of First Christian Church of Willoughby. She and her late husband were lifelong boaters and members of the Chagrin Lagoons Yacht Club. She had also been a volunteer at Lake West Hospital and was a former member of the Siren Club with the Ladies Auxiliary of the Willoughby Volunteer Fire Department. Mrs. Fuller was co-owner with her husband of Fuller Furniture in Willoughby for 45 years before her retirement. Survivors are her daughter, Virginia K. (Charles) Goebelbecker; sons, James E. (Elizabeth) Fuller and John D. (Pamela) Fuller; grandchildren, Thomas (Lisabeth), David (Hope) and Michael (Estella) Goebelbecker, Christine (Grant) Hedrick, John (Lili) and Jason (Becky) Fuller and Andrea (Haydn) Rowe; and great-grandchildren, Kayla, Sydney, Mara, Anna, William, Haiden, Maximus, Benjamin, Samuel, Rachel and Elizabeth. Her husband, Robert Dean Fuller, died Aug. 31, 1996 and son, Richard L. Fuller, died in June 10, 1989. Her parents, John and Eva Grady and siblings, Ralph Grady, Catherine Thamer and Donald Grady, are also deceased. Friends may call Friday 5-8 PM at the funeral home. The Rev. Richard D. Norton of the First Christian Church of Willoughby will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the First Christian Church of Willoughby, 4249 River St., Willoughby, 44094 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Tyler M. Cole
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Oct. 16 from 5-8 PM at Erieside Church on the Boulevard; 221 East 320th Street, (Corner of East 320th St. and Lake Shore Boulevard), in Willowick Funeral Service: Friday, October 17, 2008 at 11 AM at Erieside Church on the Boulevard
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Tyler M. Cole, 16, of Eastlake will be on Friday, October 17, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Erieside Church on the Boulevard, 221 East 320th Street, Eastlake. Tyler died on Sunday, October 12 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. He was born Aug. 17, 1992 in Mooresville, North Carolina, the son of Kenneth Robert and Karen Sue Woody Cole. He was a student at Willoughby North High School, where he was active in football and wrestling. Last year he was given the John Matucci award for wrestling and was named JV Wrestler of the Year. He also played baseball and went to Little League state championships when he was 13. Tyler attended Erieside Church on the Boulevard. He was an outgoing friend and dedicated son. All of those whom he touched will miss him. Tyler is survived by his parents; a brother, Nicholas Cole; his sisters Vanessa (Barry) Basiger of Norfolk, Virginia, and Cecilee Cole; and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Tyler gave the gift of sight through eye donation. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Following the funeral and family luncheon, private interment will be at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Munson Township. Arrangements have been entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: Mary L. Moir
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Oct. 10, from 12 Noon until 1 PM Funeral Service: Friday, Oct. 10, at 1 PM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: MARY L. MOIR (nee: Panek), 81, of Lyndhurst, cherished mother of Barbara L. Moir and Chris Alan Moir, beloved daughter of the late Frank Panek, and Gertrude and Clarence Drescher; sister of the late Harold and Howard Panek. Mary was proud of her ancestry and family, and cherished all of her lifelong friends and extended family. She loved nature, the outdoors and enjoyed making and painting crafts. Funeral services will be 1 PM Friday, Oct. 10, at DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, where the family will receive friends from 12 Noon until the time of the service. Interment will follow in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Mayfield Village Historical Society, 606 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Village, OH 44143 or the Cleveland MetroParks Emerald Necklace Endowment Fund, 4101 Fulton Pkwy., Cleveland, OH 44144.



NAME: Jo Ann Branson Ruiz-Bueno
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Oct. 10, from 2-4, 6-8 PM and Saturday, Oct. 11, from 9-10 AM. Funeral Service: Saturday, October 11, at 10 AM.
   
OBITUARY: Services for Jo Ann B. (Branson) Ruiz-Bueno, 70, of Beverly Hills, Florida and Willoughby, will be 10 AM Saturday, Oct. 11, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Dr. Ruiz-Bueno passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008 at her home in Florida. Born October 26, 1937 in Clinton, Oklahoma to the late Melvin and Susie (Henry) Branson. Dr. Ruiz-Bueno was a Daughter of the American Revolution, as she was related to Patrick Henry. She grew up in Tucson, Arizona where she met her husband, Juan C. Ruiz-Bueno, M.D., who was a naturalized citizen from Peru, South America. They were married in Tucson in 1956. Together, they moved to Willoughby, Ohio to establish a medical practice in 1961. Her husband was an OB & GYN and she was both the office manager and nurse. She later became a Certified Nurse Midwife and delivered many babies herself. Her husband, Dr. Juan Carlos Ruiz-Bueno passed away in December 30, 2005. She was a graduate of the Cleveland State University (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) and the University of Minnesota (Certified Nurse Midwife, Master of Science in Nursing and Ph.D. in Nursing). Dr. Ruiz-Bueno was the first Ph.D. graduate from the School of Nursing at the University of Minnesota. She was a member of many nursing organizations, including the American College of Nurse Midwives. Dr. Ruiz-Bueno was a professor and director of graduate nursing programs in many universities, including SUNY at Buffalo, Univ. of Indiana, Univ. of Kentucky, Univ. of Southern Fla., and the Univ. of Cincinnati. She retired from teaching at the Univ. of Cincinnati and was honored with the title of Associate Professor of Clinical Nursing, Emerita in 2004. She authored many professional articles on health, nursing and stress, and co-authored several books in the field of nursing including: Fundamentals of Nursing: Human Health and Function, and Clinical Pain Management: Acute Pain. She is survived by her sons, Charles Ruiz-Bueno of Willoughby and Paul (Lori) Ruiz-Bueno of Willowick; grandchildren, Jennifer (Chad) Edwards, John (Jessie) Ruiz-Bueno, James Ruiz-Bueno, Julie Ruiz-Bueno, Jordan Ruiz-Bueno, Amy Ruiz-Bueno, Amber Ruiz-Bueno and Nicole Ruiz-Bueno and brother, Jack (Heidi Dowe) Branson of Citrus Springs, Florida. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday and 9-10 AM Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Larry Bogenrief of Willow Praise Assembly of God will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens, Willoughby. The family encourages contributions to Hospice of Citrus County, Inc., 4005 North Lecanto Highway, Beverly Hills, FL 34465.



NAME: Donna M. Sasser
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Thursday, Oct. 9, at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Donna M. Sasser, 85, of Mentor, will be on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. She died Monday, October 6 at Homestead II nursing home in Painesville. Mrs. Sasser was born Oct. 20, 1922 in Bellefontaine, the daughter of Jay S. and Ethel Nash Sloan. She was a nurse’s aide for 27 years at the Mentor Way Villa, retiring in 2002. She had previously worked for the American Red Cross during the Vietnam era, helping with communications between servicemen and their families, and was also the former matron of the Caylee Lake County Receiving Home, where she cared for many foster and adoptive children with her late husband Leonard, who was the superintendent of the home. Mrs. Sasser was a member of Mentor Christian Church. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles and reading books. She was devoted to her family, who will dearly miss her. She is survived by her daughter, Doria (Dan) Matchick, of Brooklyn, Mich.; granddaughter Lynn(John) Morrow of Painesville; and two great-grandchildren, Stephanie and John Morrow, Jr. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Mentor Home Care Team, 5786 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060. Burial will take place at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chesterland.



NAME: Grace E. Goodwill
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Grace E. Goodwill, 94, died Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2008 at a nursing home in Willoughby. She was born March 28, 1914 in Akron, the daughter of Clarence Lloyd and Almeda Rhoda Barr Post. Mrs. Goodwill is survived by her son Charles (Linda) Goodwill of South Euclid; her three daughters: Marcia (Robert) Noel of Olmstead Township, Nancy (Steven) Romelfanger of Chesterland, and Faith (Douglas) Szygenda of Mantua; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband John in March, 1989. Cremation and family services will be private. Committal will take place at Rose Hill Burial Park in Akron. Arrangements were entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: Ella M. Lessick
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Oct. 5, from 5-8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Mass: Monday, Oct. 6, at 10 AM at St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church, 35781 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake
   
OBITUARY: Funeral Mass for Ella M. Lessick, 78, of Eastlake will be 10 AM Monday, October 6, 2008 at St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church, 35781 Stevens Blvd, Eastlake. Mrs. Lessick died Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at the Fairways Nursing Home in Wickliffe. She was born May 20, 1930, the daughter of Patrick and Mildred Gehron Layhew. She worked as the cafeteria manager at Eastlake Junior High school for more than 20 years. She loved gardening and needlepoint, and especially loved travelling with her husband in their motor home. She was a member of St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church and a resident of Lake County for more than 50 years. She is survived by her son, Dennis (Susan) Lessick, of Willoughby; granddaughter, Jennifer Marie Lessick of Middlefield; mother, Mildred M. Layhew of Natrona Heights, Penn.; and siblings, Patty Ruppel of Oakmont, Penn., Ronald Layhew of Youngstown, Jeanine (Glen) Warren of Natrona Heights and Patrick (Ann Marie) Layhew of Natrona Heights. She was preceded in death by her father and by her husband Charles in 1995. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby on Sunday from 5-8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Crossroads Hospice, 1742 Georgetown Road, Suite J, Hudson, OH 44236.



NAME: Jane E. Blackman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10-11:30 AM Funeral Service: Saturday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Jane E. (McClure) Blackman, the Blueberry Lady, will be 11:30 AM Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Blackman passed away September 30, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born November 28, 1924 in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, she has lived in Mentor for the past 61 years. She was a member of Willoughby United Methodist Church, the Brentwood Garden Club in Mentor and the Willoughby Area Chamber of Commerce. She was also an honorary member of the Lake Shore Live Steamers. A homemaker, she assisted her husband in the operation of his business, Blackman Plumbing and Heating and was formerly a clerk for the late Judge Clair in Willoughby. Survivors are her daughters, Barbara (Richard) Huntoon of Mentor and Becky (Dennis) Kenkel of St. Louis, Missouri; grandsons, Major Andrew (Major Lisa) Huntoon, USAF; Kevin Huntoon and Scott Huntoon; great grandson, Bryce Huntoon; sisters, Betty Hessley of Houston, Texas and Geraldine (David) Whitfield of Hilton Head, South Carolina and brother-in-law, Norman Senkyr of Winchester, Kentucky. Her husband of 29 years, Bruce C. Blackman, passed away November 22, 1976. Her parents, A. Frank and Eva (Moore) McClure and sister, Kathryn Senkyr are also deceased. Friends may call from 10-11:30 AM Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Private burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family encourages contributions to the Willoughby United Methodist Church Organ Fund, 15 Public Square, Willoughby, 44094 or Kemper House Activities Fund, 8200 Mentor Hills Blvd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Marian Bechtol Schmitt
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Saturday, Oct. 11, from 2-6 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Sunday, Oct. 12, at 2 PM at Willoughby United Methodist Church
   
OBITUARY: Services for Marian Bechtol Schmitt, 93, of Mentor, formerly of Willoughby, will be 2PM Sunday, October 12, at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby. Marian passed away Wednesday, October 1, at Fairmount Health Center in Willoughby. Born June 14, 1915 in Lakewood, Ohio she had lived in Willoughby since 1917, before moving to Salida Woods in Mentor four years ago. She was a member of Willoughby United Methodist Church for 80 years, of which she served as the church organist for more than 63 years. She also served as an organist at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby and taught piano and organ at the Andrews School in Willoughby for 25 years. She also gave private lessons in her home until last year. Marian was a graduate of the former Willoughby Union High School and attended the former Flora Stone Mather College at Western Reserve University in Cleveland. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, the Willoughby Women’s Club and the American Guild of Organists. She is survived by her children, Sandy Riggin of Mentor and P. David (Barbara) Schmitt of Zeeland, Michigan; grandchildren, Shelley (Darren) Muchnicki of Mentor, Kristy (Dennis) Murphy of Oakbrook, Illinois, Eric Schmitt and Karlye (Steve) McNeely of Zeeland, Michigan; great grandchildren, Ethan, Aidan, Denny, James, Ella Marian, Grace, Peter and Audrey; brother, Joseph “Dutch” (Phyllis) Bechtol of Vass, North Carolina and sister in law, Ellen Bechtol of Lindenhurst, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph A. and Mabel Bechtol and her brothers, Ernest and Robert Bechtol. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Saturday, Oct. 11, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston and Lorna J. Westlake of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Willoughby United Methodist Church Organ Fund, 15 Public Square, Willoughby, Ohio 44094.



NAME: Joan D'Amico
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 5-8 PM at the funeral home Mass: Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 10 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Catholic Church Meet Directly at the Church
   
OBITUARY: Funeral Mass for Joan D’Amico, 77, of Mentor, will be on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bede the Venerable Catholic Church, 9114 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor. Mrs. D’Amico died Sunday, September 28 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. She was born June 21, 1931 in Winn, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Michael and Catherine Suhar Palcko. She loved playing Bingo and watching sports, and was a fan of the Indians, Browns and Cavaliers. She was also a member of the Isabella Guild of the Knights of Columbus. She was a 50-year resident of Mentor. Mrs. D’Amico is survived by her four sons: Raymond (Susan) of Cecilia, Kentucky, Christopher (Patricia) of Mentor, Richard and Michael of Mentor; four grandchildren: Katherine, Teresa, Joey and Ben; and two sisters, Elaine (Elmer) Minichiello of Mayfield Heights and Mickey (Gary) Federico of Willowick. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Raymond, on Sept. 16, 2007 and a son Nicholas on Feb. 15, 2008, as well as her parents. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m.



NAME: Harold H. Bode
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Sept. 29, from 5-9 PM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home. Funeral Service: Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 10 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1486 East 55th St., Cleveland.
   
OBITUARY: Services for Rev. Harold H. Bode, 72, of Lake County, a retired Lutheran minister, will be 10 AM Tuesday, Sept. 30, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1486 East 55th St., Cleveland. Rev. Bode was taken to Glory on Friday, September 26, 2008. He was born November 8, 1935 in Garfield Heights and lived there until he was eight years old, when his family moved to California. He returned to Lake County in 2000, having also has also lived in Wisconsin, Kansas and New York City. He enjoyed photography, coin collecting, painting watercolors and was a former member of the Kiwanis Club in Kansas while living there. Rev. Bode was ordained into Holy Ministry in March 1963, and has served Churches in Wisconsin, Ohio, Kansas and New York City before retiring due to ill health in 1999 and moving back to Ohio. He has most recently served as Pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Cleveland from 2001 until the Church was sold in 2008. His ministry has touched many lives, and he was touched by many lives, also. Our loss is Heaven’s gain! Praise the Lord! Survivors are his wife of 48 years, Ruth L. (Hutter) Bode; sons, Karl (Rose) Bode of Ojai, California and John (Charlene) Bode of Parsons, Kansas; foster daughter, Rebecca (Randy) Lake of Kettering, Ohio; eight grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren and sister, Bernice (Robert) Sheppard of Las Vegas, Nevada. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His parents, Herman F. and Wanda (Rossnagel) Bode are deceased. Friends may call from 5-9 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Terry Cripe, President, Ohio District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and The Rev. Robert D. Schuler, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens, Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Center for Dialysis Control, 8900 Tyler Blvd., Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Bernard J. Phillips
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Bernard J. Phillips Private family services will be held for Bernard J. Phillips, 94, of Lake County. Mr. Phillips passed away September 24, 2008 at Kemper House in Mentor. Born June 9, 1914 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Lake County resident before retiring to Florida, where he lived in Deland and Deltona for 21 years. He returned to Lake County eight years ago. He was a World War II US Navy veteran and a member of Benevolent Protective Order of Elk, Willoughby-Cleveland Lodge 18. He was a member of the Deltona Country Club where he enjoyed golfing and playing cards and enjoyed gardening and working in his yards. He had also been a minor league baseball player. Mr. Phillips was employed as an adjuster for State Auto Company before his retirement. Survivors are his grandchildren, Phillip (Gail) Gabriel, Kelly Gabriel and David (Stacey) Gabriel all of Wickliffe and great grandchildren, P.J., Adam, Perry, Marissa, Morgan and Ava. His wife of more than 50 years, Beatrice, passed away in 2000, and his daughter, Sharon Gabriel passed away in 1993. His parents and siblings are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. Private burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Harbor Light Hospice, 734-C Alpha Drive, Mayfield Village, OH 44143.



NAME: Ruth E. Nelson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Sept. 22, from 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 11 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Ruth E. Nelson Services for Ruth E. (Ley) Nelson, 72, of Perry, will be 11 AM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Nelson passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born May 22, 1936 in Bucyrus, she was a longtime Lake County resident. She was a graduate of Lake Erie College in Painesville and enjoyed writing, sewing and playing racquetball. She was also an avid Rollercoaster enthusiast. Mrs. Nelson was employed as a systems analyst before her retirement. Survivors are her daughters, Dr. Carla A. (Madden) (Tom) Baster and Lisa V. Nelson; and grandchildren, Wendy, Tina, Andy and Pam. Her husband, Donald E. Nelson passed away July 28, 2000. Her parents, Carl and Naomi (Cosgrove) Ley and brothers, Paul and Allen Ley are also deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM TODAY at the funeral home. The Rev. Greg Bierbaum of Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119-1930 or Caroline’s Kid’s Pet Rescue, PO Box 24068, Mayfield Hts., OH 44124.



NAME: George A. Grimm
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Sept. 19, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Saturday, Sept. 20, at 1 PM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: George A. Grimm Services for George A. Grimm, 81, of Willoughby, will be 1 PM Saturday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Grimm passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2008. Born September 10, 1927 in Manheim, West Virginia, he has lived in Willoughby for the past 50 years. He was a 1945 graduate of Rowlesburg High School in Rowlesburg, West Virginia and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2300 in Willoughby and as an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking and enjoyed tending to his roses and sitting on his front porch, serving as the ‘mayor’ of Third Street and Clark Avenue. Mr. Grimm was employed as a chemist for Alpha Cement and as a laborer at the former Ohio Rubber Company in Willoughby, before joining the United States Postal Service as a clerk. He retired from the Willoughby Post Office in 1993 after 30 years of service there. Survivors are his wife of 56 years, Lilan (Shaffer) Grimm; daughter, Donna (Bernard) Pazicni and son, Greg (Denise) Grimm, both of Willoughby; grandchildren, Mark (Jennifer) Pazicni, Melissa (Jason) Davis, Nicholas Grimm and Holly Grimm; great grandchildren, Miles Davis and Alex Pazicni; siblings, Elsie Johnson and Charles Grimm, both of Kingwood, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles F. and Etta (Braham) Grimm, brothers, Walter and Clarence Grimm and half-siblings, Nina Bishoff, Tom Tayman and Harvey Tayman. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Lorna J. Westlake of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Marjory Ellen Otte
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Marjory Ellen Otte Private family services have been held for Marjory Ellen (Baird) Otte, 84, of Willoughby. Marjory passed away September 13, 2008 at Euclid Hospital. Born January 14, 1924 in Springfield, Ohio, she had lived in Columbus, Ohio and Deland, Florida before moving to Willoughby this past January. She was a graduate of Wittenberg University in 1946 and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta fraternity. She also was a past president and served on the board of Ponce de Leon Lighthouse Association in Florida. She was involved in the restoration of the James Thurber House Foundation in Columbus. Marjory was a teacher in the Southwestern City School District in Franklin County, Ohio before her retirement. Survivors are her children, Ann (Otte) Hunger of Columbus, John L. (Libby) Otte of Kaneohe, Hawaii, James R. (Sheila) Otte of Cincinnati and William B. (Lynda) Otte of Mentor, Ohio; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Her husband, Richard W. “Dick” Otte passed away March 3, 2006. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, Ohio 44060. Arrangements are being made by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Constance M. "Connie" Wright
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, Sept. 14 from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Monday, Sept. 15 at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Constance M. Wright Services for Constance M. “Connie” (Myers) Wright, 75, of Madison, will be 11 AM Monday, Sept. 15, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 454 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Wright passed away September 10, 2008 at home, with her family at her side. Born December 15, 1932 in Painesville, she was a longtime Lake County resident, living in the Madison area for the past six years. She was a former summer resident of Parkman Township at River Pines Resort and wintered several years in Florida. She was an avid Cleveland Indians fan. Survivors are her daughter, Bonnie (Ronnie) Lane of Madison; sons, Timothy (Adrienne) Wright of Eastlake, William “Bud” (Andrea) Wright of Willowick and Keith (Brenda) Wright of Willoughby; 16 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren plus one on the way; sister, Pat (George) Adamik of Chester Township and brother, Bill (Alice) Myers of Arizona. She also leaves her daughter-in-law, Joyce Wright of Wickliffe. Her husband of 52 years, Edwin “Cop” Wright, passed away June 8, 2002 and a son, Thomas Wright passed away November 9, 2007. A son, Robert “Bobby” Wright and her parents, William and Adolean Myers and sister, Shirley Mlachak are also deceased. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Stephen Fisher of Trinity Lutheran Church in Madison will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township. Mrs. Wright’s family wishes to express special thanks to Hospice of the Western Reserve.



NAME: Mary W. (Kenneweg) Shafer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS Memorial Service: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 at 2 PM at The First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby
   
OBITUARY: Mary Kenneweg Shafer Memorial services for Mary Wilson (Kenneweg) Shafer, 100, of Willoughby, will be 2 PM Saturday, Sept. 13, at the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Road, Willoughby. Mrs. Shafer passed away September 6, 2008 at Fairmount Health Center at Breckenridge Village in Willoughby. Born June 16, 1908 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was a longtime resident of New Concord, Ohio and later Cleveland, before moving to Breckenridge Village in 1983. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, and, with her first husband, served as a missionary in Ethiopia and The Sudan from 1934-1937. She was an accomplished pianist, a graduate of Muskingum College in New Concord and did post-graduate studies in music at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago. She and her husband were the recipients of the Distinguished Service Award from Muskingum College in 1984. She persevered through lifelong hearing and later sight limitations to maintain extensive, loving relationships with family and friends. Survivors are her daughter, Jane Kenneweg (Dick) Welch of Manteo, NC and son, William W. (Silvia) Kenneweg of Russell Township; grandchildren, Bruce, Christina, Julianna and Dan and three great grandchildren. She also leaves her step-sons, The Rev. Dr. Byron Shafer of Yonkers, NY and Rev. Kenneth Shafer of Wooster, Ohio. Her first husband, Rev. Christian F. Kenneweg, died in 1989, her second husband, Rev. G. Kenneth Shafer died in 1995. Her parents, W.R. and Lydia Jane (Brownlee) Wilson and siblings, J.B. Wilson, David P. Wilson, Robert M. Wilson, Ross S. Wilson, Martha Daft and LuEllen Paisley are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Dr. Jeffrey P. Paschal of First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby will officiate at the service. Private burial will be in New Concord, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, it was Mary’s wish that contributions be made to the Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Rd., Willoughby, 44094 or the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby, 4785 Shankland Rd., Willoughby, 44094. Arrangements by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Ethel H. Hayes
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Thursday, Sept. 11, at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Ethel H. Hayes, 82, of Mentor-on-the-Lake will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby. She died at Grande Pointe Healthcare Center in Richmond Heights on Friday, Sept. 5. Mrs. Hayes was born June 20, 1926 in Cleveland, the daughter of Clayton and Helen Stank Lindeman. She was a custodial worker for the Lake County courthouse for many years. She was a member of AMVETS and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and a faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church of Willoughby. She will be missed by her loving family. She is survived by a daughter, Helen (Ronald) Martin of Virginia; sisters Lillian Schlueter of Lakewood and Carrie (Jim) Osborne of Euclid; a brother, Clayton (Carol) Lindeman of Twinsburg; three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. Hayes was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert in 1973, and two sons, Robert and John. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. Burial will take place at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights,



NAME: Douglas M. Radebaugh Sr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Sept. 5, from 5-9 PM Funeral Service: Saturday, September 6, at 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Douglas Radebaugh, 78, of Kirtland, will be on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby. He died at Holly Hill nursing home in Newbury on Tuesday, Sept 2. Mr. Radebaugh was born in Willoughby on April 4, 1930 to Edward and Regina Cross Radebaugh. He was married to Lois Barnard for 25 years before her death in 1977. Mr. Radebaugh was an electrician and worked for Local Union 673. He was a veteran of the Korean War and served in both the National Guard and the U.S. Army as a sergeant. He loved riding motorcycles and was a member of the Goldwing Club. He rode his bike to every state in the Union except Hawaii. He was an avid outdoorsman, and spent many happy hours deer hunting, golfing and snowmobiling. He also enjoyed bowling and roller skating, with he and his sweetheart making a lovely couple on the rink. He was full of life and will be dearly missed by his family and those who loved him. He is survived by his son Doug (Laura) Radebaugh, Jr. of Chardon; six daughters: Barb (Nick) Amato of Huntsburg, Pat (Doug) Groves of Euclid, Sharon Chapman of Painesville, Shirley Bower of Grand River, Marlene (Tim) Hummel of Huntsburg, and Becky (Bill) Howell of Kirtland; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, John and Donald, and a sister, Janice Bradshaw. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 5-9 p.m. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 12200 Fairhill Road, Cleveland, OH 44120 or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119. Burial will be in the Waite Hill Cemetery.



NAME: Robert "Hank" Dennis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4-8 PM at the funeral home Service: Friday, Sept. 5, at 2 PM at Knollwood Cemetery in the Mausoleum Chapel
   
OBITUARY: Robert Dennis Services and entombment for Robert “Hank” Dennis, 75, of Wickliffe, will be 2 PM Friday in the Knollwood Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, 1678 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Hts. Mr. Dennis passed away September 1, 2008 at Heartland of Mentor. Born July 5, 1933 in Georges Township, Pennsylvania, he had lived in Wickliffe for 45 years, and was formerly of Collinwood. He was a United States Air Force veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Wickliffe, and enjoyed golfing, fishing, bowling, big-game hunting and watching old television shows on “TV Land.” Mr. Dennis was employed as a machine operator at PMC Industries in Wickliffe. He retired in 1986 after 31 years of service and later worked as a starter, ranger and groundskeeper at St. Denis Golf Course in Chardon for 15 years. Survivors are his wife of 51 years, Ninfa “Jackie” (Garcia) Dennis; children, Bobby Dennis of Timberlake, Debbie (Bob) Sheplavy of Perry and Sharon (Mike) Bellissimo of Willoughby Hills; granddaughter, Alyssa Bellissimo; siblings, Donald (Joyce) Dennis of Gans, Pennsylvania; Pete (Vickie) Dennis, Shirley (Ralph) Beatty and Wilma (Sam) Phillips all of Morgantown, West Virginia. He also leaves his sister-in-law, Patty Dennis of Eastlake and many nieces and nephews and their families. His parents, Harry and Eliza (McFadden) Dennis and brother, Gilbert “Gib” Dennis are deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Andy Turner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church will officiate at the service. The family encourages contributions to Heartland of Mentor, 8200 Mentor Hills Blvd., Mentor, 44060 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Louise M. Funnell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs. Sept. 4, 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Fri. Sept. 5, at 11 AM at VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH, 8911 Lake Shore Blvd., Mentor, OH 44060
   
OBITUARY: Louise M. (Neeld) Funnell Services for Louise M. (Neeld) Funnell, 64, of Wickliffe, will be 11 AM Friday at Victory Baptist Church, 8911 Lake Shore Blvd., Mentor. Mrs. Funnell passed away August 31, 2008. Born May 19, 1944 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Mentor-on-the-Lake resident before moving to Wickliffe two years ago. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Mentor. Mrs. Funnell was a licensed practical nurse who provided private duty nursing. Survivors are her daughters, Rebecca (Patrick) (Funnell) Stibila of Willoughby Hills and Jamie (Funnell) Heppner of Wickliffe; grandson, Jay J. Funnell and sister-in-law, Joy Neeld of Euclid. Her husband, James H. Funnell died September 19, 1998. Her parents, Lawrence D. Sr. and Laverne Neeld and brother, Lawrence D. Neeld, Jr. are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Philip J. Hilditch of Victory Baptist Church will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. The family would like to express special thanks to John Leslie and Alexis Hunger for taking care of mom.



NAME: George W. Tyson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS. MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008 at 1:00 PM at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby
   
OBITUARY: George W. Tyson Memorial services for George W. Tyson, 79, of Willoughby, will be 1 PM Saturday, Sept. 6, at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby. Mr. Tyson passed away August 30, 2008. Born February 23, 1929 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, he had lived in Willoughby since 1955. He was a member of Willoughby United Methodist Church and Pipefitters Local 120 in Cleveland. He enjoyed golfing, traveling and gardening and was an avid bowler, participating in the Wickliffe Senior League since his retirement. Mr. Tyson was a pipefitter for the Schweizer-Dipple Company, retiring in 1991 after 43 years of service. Survivors are his wife of 58 years, Jean (Mutchler) Tyson; children, Craig Tyson of Mentor, Cathy (Dennis) Erich of Euclid and Michael (Cheryl) Tyson of Eastlake; daughter-in-law, Catherine Tyson of Mentor; grandchildren, Renee, Matthew, Sarah, Mark and Greg; great grandchildren, Terrell, Tiana and Tamara; sister, Marian Smith of Millerstown, PA and sister-in-law, Beverly Johnson of Huron, OH. His son, James Tyson passed away in 1998. His parents, Howard and Ruth Tyson are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston and the Rev. Lorna J. Westlake will officiate at the service. Final resting place will in the columbarium at Willoughby United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Willoughby United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 15 Public Square, Willoughby or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Robert W. Miller
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS. Memorial Service: Sunday, September 21, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby.
   
OBITUARY: Robert W. Miller Memorial services for Robert W. Miller, 86, of Willoughby, will be 2 PM Sunday, Sept. 21, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Miller passed away August 30, 2008. Born November 17, 1921 in Cleveland, he had lived in Willoughby for the past 48 years. He was a World War II Army veteran and was a recipient of a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star Medal. He was a member of the Combat Infantryman’s Association and VBOB, the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. He was also a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby and was a longtime volunteer at the Deepwood Center in Mentor where he worked with residents during the Special Olympics, coaching cross-country skiing, volleyball and going on field trips. He was also an active volunteer at the Trinity Cathedral in Cleveland where he enjoyed cooking for the hungry. Mr. Miller was a tester for the former Reliance Electric Company in Euclid. He retired in 1986 after 44 years of service. Survivors are his wife of 58 years, Julia L. (Neumann) Miller; children, Holly (Phil) Campbell of St. Augustine, FL, Todd (Jan) Miller of Virginia Beach, VA and Wendy Miller of Silverthorne, CO; grandchildren, Keri Campbell, Jamie Miller and Kevin Miller and step-sister, Darlene Via of Woodbridge, VA. He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Ida and Jack Michalek. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Deepwood Foundation, 8121 Deepwood Blvd., Mentor, 44060 or Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 37728 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, 44094. Arrangements are being made by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Nancy L. Wright
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 10 AM until 12 Noon Memorial Service: Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 12 Noon
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Nancy L. Wright, 66, of Willowick, will be on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at noon at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby. She died at Wickliffe Country Place on Thursday, Aug. 28. Mrs. Wright was born Oct. 4, 1941 in Cleveland, the daughter of Louis and Jennie Kranz Kosmerl. Her husband, Leonard Wright, died in 1969. She was known for her excellent cooking skills, and her delicious pastries and desserts will be missed. She is survived by a daughter, Christine Forthman and her partner Ray Villanueva of Euclid; three sons: William Scott Wright of Euclid, Joseph Wright and his partner John Szeligo of Shaker Heights, and Todd Wright and his wife Doris of Huntsburg Township; grandchildren: Bryan, Karsyn, Angelica, Todd, Jr., and Joey; brothers Gerald Kosmerl and his wife Pat of Willowick and Kenneth “Duke” Kosmerl and his wife Evelyn of Richmond Heights. Her parents also preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until service time at noon.



NAME: Constance M. Mc Hugh
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Graveside Service: Friday, Aug. 29, at 12:30 PM at Willoughby Memorial Gardens, 38660 Lake Shore Blvd., Willoughby
   
OBITUARY: Constance M. McHugh Graveside services and interment for Constance M. McHugh, 92, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 12:30 PM today at Willoughby Memorial Gardens, 38660 Lake Shore Blvd., Willoughby. Mrs. McHugh passed away August 26, 2008 at Elmcroft of Sagamore Hills. Born November 1, 1915 in New York City, NY she was a longtime Mentor and Mentor-on-the-Lake resident. Mrs. McHugh was employed by the United States Government Printing Office before her retirement. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce C. (Craig) Clasen of Fairlawn and granddaughters, Sheila McInerney and Chantel Van Dyne and great grandson, Collin McInerney. Her son, Terry Van Dyne and husband, John McHugh are deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Crossroads Hospice, 1742 Georgetown Rd., Ste. J; Hudson, OH 44236. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Marjorie J. Riddle
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Memorial Service: Friday, Aug. 29, at 4:00 PM at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Marjorie J. (Sinclair) Riddle, 86, of Mentor, a loving wife, mother and homemaker, will be 4 PM Friday, Aug. 29, at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mrs. Riddle passed away August 24, 2008 at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland. Born August 20, 1922 in Cleveland, she had lived in Mentor since 1960. In 1940 Marjorie graduated from Cleveland Heights High School where she first met her future husband. In 1944 she graduated from Denison University, Granville, Ohio, with a degree in English Literature, a love of Shakespeare, and a minor in mathematics. She was a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. Marjorie was an active member of Mentor United Methodist Church, where she served on the Altar Guild for 40 years and on other committees, most recently working with the Loving Threads group that provides blankets, booties and shawls for premature babies and the shut-ins. She was instrumental in helping to raise funds for the present-day sanctuary, which was built in 1963. She gave to the community and those around her in many ways. For more than ten years she donated blood and was an active participant in the Reach for Recovery program for breast cancer survivors. She was a 30-year member of the Mentor Miscellany Club, most recently presenting a paper this past May on First Lady Lucy Hayes. In the 1970s and 80s, she was an active member of the Willoughby Fine Arts Guild and a member of the American Association of University Women for 25 years. As an accomplished dancer, she was a founding member of the Mentor Dance Club. She was also a dedicated reader and enjoyed bridge. With the encouragement of her husband, she became a knowledgeable sports fan of baseball, football, basketball and golf, which she avidly played for 40 years until age 75. She was a skilled hostess whether it was a formal dinner or a Super Bowl party, and was legendary for her pies, particularly apple, for which some believed she had gained sainthood. Survivors are her son, James C. (Ellen) Riddle of North Royalton, and daughter, Mason Riddle of Saint Paul, Minnesota; granddaughter, Erin (Seth) Gray and great grandchildren, Lily and Cohen Gray of San Antonio, Texas; and sisters, Virginia (Robert) Williamson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Gail Selzman of Wilmington, North Carolina. Her husband of nearly 61 years, James S. Riddle, passed away May 11, 2005. Her parents, Edward C. and Esther (Meyer) Sinclair are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Dorothy Penny-Larter of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Private burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119, or to Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 44060. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.



NAME: Richard D. Woods
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, Sept. 5, from 10 AM until 12 Noon only Military Honors: Friday, Sept. 5 at 12 Noon
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Richard D. “Dick” Woods, 90, of Kirtland, will be at 12 noon Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. He was born Aug. 5, 1918 in The Plains, Ohio, and lived most of his life in Kirtland. He held record for 20 years for running a mile in high school. Turned down full scholarship to college so he could work and help support his family He was a decorated Army Veteran of World War II and served in Japan He was married to his sweetheart, Lois Wright on July 26, 1941, and celebrated their 61st anniversary this summer. He was known for his practical jokes, which will be missed. He is survived by his wife, Lois; daughters: Linda Holly of Tennessee, Kathy Woods of Madison, and Tammy Hodgson of Painesville; son Richard Woods of Houston, Texas; 11 grandchildren,10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Eleanor “Edge” DeVan, and Nancy Schultz. Preceded in death by: 3 brothers, 7 sisters, son-in-law Paul Holly, great-grandson Kyle Vitantonio. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 AM – 12 Noon Contributions may be made to United Cerebral Palsy, 10011 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106 or National Children’s Leukemia Foundation, 7316 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11234.



NAME: Helen R. Bowes
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): ALL SERVICES ARE PRIVATE
   
OBITUARY: Private family services will be held for Helen R. (Beal) Bowes, 79, of Willoughby Hills, a homemaker, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Bowes passed away August 23, 2008. Born March 17, 1929 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Euclid resident before moving to Willoughby Hills 21 years ago. Survivors are her children, Eric Bowes of Kirtland, Donna (Jaroslav) Vaverka of Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania and Keith (Amy) Bowes of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, James, Brian, Christopher, Nicole, Elissa, Laura and Rachel and sister, Lois (Dale) Cannon of Cornwall, Pennsylvania. Her husband of 54 years, John W. Bowes, passed away June 21, 2001. Her parents, William J. and Rhoda (Booth) Beal are also deceased. Private burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Bernice E. Edwards
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 10:30 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Bernice E. (Sherman) Edwards, 76, of Eastlake, will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, Aug. 27, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Edwards passed away Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 with her family at her side. Born July 18, 1932 in Cleveland she was a longtime Lake County resident. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, reading, gardening and watching and feeding the birds. Mrs. Edwards was a bookkeeper for the former White Motor Company in Cleveland before devoting her time to raising her family. Survivors are her children, John F. Edwards, Jr., Dawn E. (Robert) Schutz and Gretchen A. (David) Weigel all of Eastlake; grandchildren, Craig, Joshua and Jenna; siblings, Janet Sherman of Madison, Diane Thompson of Dayton and John Sherman of Xenia. She also leaves many lifelong friends and extended family members. Her husband of 48 years, John F. “Jack” Edwards, passed away February 25, 2006. Her parents, Worthington and Evelyn (Kellogg) Sherman are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Timothy L. Thorman will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township.



NAME: Glenn R. Booker
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Visitation: Saturday, Aug. 23 from 10-11 AM Only Funeral Service: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008 at 11 AM All Arrangements will take place at Hope Church, Assembly of God, 3961 Kirtland Rd., Willoughby.
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Glenn Richard Booker, Sr., 85, of Mentor, will be today, Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Hope Church Assembly of God, 3961 Kirtland Road, Willoughby. Mr. Booker died at his home on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008. He was born Sept. 1, 1922 in Kokomo, Ind., the son of Claude James and Myrtle Archer Booker. He married Dorothy L. Wilde Aug. 21, 1942. Mr. Booker served as a bomber pilot for the US Army during World War II. He worked for Lubrizol Petroleum for 35 years as a bookkeeper and administrative assistant. Mr. Booker enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his family. He was also active in his church, having served as treasurer for many years on a volunteer basis. His death occurred just a day after his 66th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his wife; a son, Glenn (Julie) Booker, Jr., of Mentor; a daughter, Cynthia (John) Oldenburgh of Willoughby; five grandchildren: Crystal, Rachael, Thomas, Tracy and Rebecca; six great-grandchildren: Hailey, Elizabeth, Autumn, Tyler, Michael and Alyssa; a brother, Carl (Eunice) Booker of Griffith, Ind; and a sister, Mary Jane Horne of Ft. Myers, Fla. He was preceded in death by a sister, Fern Morgan, and three brothers, Medford, Murphy and James. Friends may call at the church from 10-11 a.m. Burial will follow the service at Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Hope Church, 3961 Kirtland Road, Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Delores L. Collins
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S):
   
OBITUARY: Private family services have been held. No further information is available.



NAME: Willard A. Conley Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, Aug. 18, from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Monday, Aug. 18, at 8 PM
   
OBITUARY: Willard A. Conley, Jr. Services for Willard A. Conley, Jr., 61, of Mentor, will be 8 PM Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Conley passed away August 15, 2008 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born January 26, 1947 in Mentor, he was a longtime Kirtland Hills resident before returning to Mentor four years ago. He was a United States Army veteran serving during the Vietnam era and an avid golfer. Mr. Conley was the executive director of the Lake County United Way for 16 years, retiring in 2000. Survivors are his wife of 17 years, Gretchen (Wagar) Conley of Mentor; son, Cody (Kim) Conley of Aurora, grandchildren, Hugh, Kaitlin and Halle; sister, Tena (Jay) Blauch of Perry and brother, Michael (Diana) Conley of Phoenix, Arizona. He also leaves his former wife, Linda (Jim) Nugent, four nephews and his best friend, Tony (Jeanne) Hurless of Strongsville. His parents, Willard A. Sr. and Katherine (Booth) Conley are deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the services. The family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Melvin J. Lace
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Sunday, Aug. 17, from 1-5 PM Service: Monday, Aug. 18, at 10 AM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Services for Melvin J. Lace, 83, of Mentor, will be 10 a.m. Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Lace went to be with the Lord Aug. 13, 2008 at Heartland of Mentor. Born Oct. 8, 1924 in Cleveland, he lived in Mentor for the past 49 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Willowick and was a US Army veteran. He loved his animals, puzzles and electronics. He also enjoyed watching wrestling and was a CB radio operator. Mr. Lace was employed by the former Bailey Meter Co. in Wickliffe and retired after 25 years of service. Survivors are his wife of 49 years, Helen V. (Bossarte); brothers, Fred (Frances) Lace of Painesville and Robert (Edie) Lace of Los Angeles, California; niece, Karen (Dave) Weaver of Chardon; nephew, Douglas Lace of Painesville; Great nieces, Amanda, Ashley and Alison Lace and Kylie and Nicole Weaver. He also leaves other nieces and nephews of the Lambert family. His parents, Clarence and Eva (Ball) Lace and sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Russell Lambert are deceased. Friends may call 1-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Donald L. Leitch will officiate at the services. Entombment will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Howard G. Moyer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Visitation: Saturday, Aug. 16, from 12Noon - 2 PM Memorial Service: Saturday, Aug. 16, at 2 PM
   
OBITUARY: HOWARD G. MOYER Memorial services for Howard G. Moyer, 75, of Willoughby Hills, will be on Saturday, August 16 at 1:00 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Moyer was born July 4, 1933 in Cleveland, and died at his home on August 12. He was a US Army veteran of the Korean War, and worked in sales for a hydraulic parts manufacturer. He will be missed by his extended family and many friends. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Memorial donations may be made Rescue Village Animal Shelter, 15463 Chillicothe Road, P O Box 116, Novelty, OH 44072.



NAME: Linda R. Link
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, Aug. 14, from 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Friday, Aug. 15, at 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Linda R. Link Services for Linda R. (Herwick) Link, 60, of Willoughby, a loving wife and mother, will be 10 AM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Link passed away August 9, 2008 at her home. Born May 13, 1948 in Cleveland, she had lived in Willoughby for more than 30 years. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Mentor, and enjoyed crocheting. She made baby blankets for all her grandchildren and friends and participated in walks to support the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Survivors are her husband of 34 years, William W. Link; children, Amie (William) Weaver of Madison, Brian (Nancy) Link of Mentor, Gail (Anthony) Langham of Mentor-on-the-Lake and Mary Link of Willoughby; grandchildren, Nicole, Abbigail, Emma, Brian, Jr., Ethan, Taylor, Cameron and Avery; mother, Ruth Herwick of Middleburg Hts., and siblings, Pamela (Richard) Favazza of Brook Park and twin, Leona (Beryl) Reich of Cleveland. She also leaves several nieces and nephews and their families. Her father, Alfred O. Herwick is deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Patrick J. O’Dea of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens in Willoughby. The family encourages contributions to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7643 Lake Shore Blvd., Mentor, 44060 or Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Willard "Bucky" Shaffer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Sunday, Aug. 10, from 4-7 PM Funeral Service: Sunday, Aug. 10 at 7 PM All arrangements at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Willard E.”Bucky” Shaffer, 69, of Willoughby will be Sunday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby. He was born Oct. 19, 1938 in Rowelsburg, W.V. to Elza L. and Sarah E. Shaffer. Mr. Shaffer worked at Andrews School for 44 years on the maintenance team, retiring in 2000. He was a diehard fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the West Virginia Mountaineers. He enjoyed working on his truck and spending time with his family. He also liked to travel around the country with his son, learning history and seeing historical sites. He was a sweet man who will be missed by those who loved him. He is survived by his daughters Connie (Tom) Halbert of Willoughby and Diane Brajdic of Eastlake; sons Steven Shaffer of Willoughby Hills and Paul Shaffer of Eastlake; three grandchildren: Anthony Hamilton, Brandi Brajdic and Danielle Schlegel; and three sisters: Lilan (George) Grimm and Rita Freeman, both of Willoughby, and Bonita Elkins of Painesville, as well as by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Wanda Greene, and brothers Clyde, Robert and Charles Shaffer. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Donations may be made in his memory to American Lung Association, 6100 Rockside Woods Blvd, Independence, OH 44131-2340.



NAME: Michelle Renee Moore
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours; Monday, Aug. 11 from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 11:30 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Michelle Renee Moore Services for Michelle Renee Moore, 39, of Newbury, will be 11:30 AM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Miss Moore died August 7, 2008 at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center in Claridon Township. Born May 25, 1969 in Richmond Heights, she was a lifelong northeast Ohio resident, and moved to Newbury two years ago. She was a member and past president of the Cleveland Coatings Society and loved photography and sewing. Michelle was a marketing director for Palmer-Holland Chemical Company in North Olmsted for the past four years. Survivors are her mother, Cherilynn (Stevenson) Moore of Willowick; father Harold Moore of Palmetto, Florida and sister, Danielle T. Moore of Willowick and grandmother, Beverly Spicker of Mount Vernon. She also leaves other loving family members and her longtime companion, Bruce Hunter and his extended family. Her maternal grandparents, Russell and Eleanore Stevenson are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Larry A. Pozza of Erieside Church on the Boulevard will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township.



NAME: Marjorie Elizabeth Schappal
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thurs., Aug. 7, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Fri., Aug. 8, at 10:30 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Marjorie Elizabeth Schlappal Services for Marjorie Elizabeth Schlappal, 87, of Willowick, will be 10:30 AM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Schlappal died August 4, 2008 at Manor Care Health Services in Willoughby. Born June 6, 1921 in Cleveland, to Mathias and Marie Primosch, she had lived in Willowick since 1953. She was a 1939 graduate of John Hay High School in Cleveland and a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Willowick. She was an avid artist throughout her life, and focused on landscapes and figures. She and her husband were also longtime volunteers in the emergency room at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Mrs. Schlappal was employed at the Oakwood Country Club as an administrative secretary. Survivors are her husband of 62 years, Alfred; daughter, Cindy (Joe) Felice of Euclid, son, Gary (Kathleen) Schlappal of Maryland; four grandchildren, Joe Felice, Kelly (Rudy) Jordan, Anna and Elizabeth Schlappal; great grandchildren, Leland, Ashley and James; sister, Jean Hallis of Parma. Her parents, Mathias and Marie Primosch and sister, Bernice Zahorchek are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rev. Ted Lucas of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Melford O. Kanaga
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 6-8 PM Only Funeral Service: Thursday, Aug. 7, at 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Services for Melford O. “Baba” Kanaga, 93, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 10 AM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Kanaga died August 3, 2008 at Manor Care Health Services in Mayfield Heights. Born December 23, 1914 in Belleville, Ohio he lived many years in Mentor-on-the-Lake, before moving to Willoughby where he lived nearly 30 years. He returned to Mentor-on-the-Lake about one year ago. He was the last surviving member of the volunteer fire department in Mentor-on-the-Lake, where he was honored for 25 years of service. Mr. Kanaga was a machinist for the former Addressograph-Multigraph Corporation for 36 years, retiring in 1975. Survivors are his son, Glenn (Julia) Kanaga, Sr. of Mentor-on-the-Lake; grandchildren, Glenn (Darcy) Kanaga, II, Gary (Stacy) Kanaga, Kim (Ed) Apel, April (Mike) Sherbeyn, Andrew (Jen) Kanaga, Sarah Kanaga, Kate Kanaga, Samantha Kanaga, Sabrina Kanaga and Jamie Kanaga and 14 great grandchildren. His wife, Mary J. Kanaga died in 1973. His parents, Melvin and Bessie Mae Kanaga and great grandson, Eddie Apel are also deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Pastor Dan Barfell of Parma Heights Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Patrcia L. Zimmer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 2-4, 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, Aug. 6, at 12 Noon at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Services for Patricia L. (Mackey) Zimmer, 56, of Willoughby Hills, will be 12 noon Wednesday, August 6, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Zimmer died August 2, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born August 21, 1951 in Painesville, she was a raised in Willoughby and lived in the Los Angeles, California area for nearly 20 years, returning to Willoughby Hills eight years ago. Mrs. Zimmer was an executive secretary and administrative assistant for a brokerage firm. Survivors are her father, Milton A. Mackey of Willoughby and brothers, Scott (Tina) Mackey of Willowick and Brian (Linda) Mackey of Twinsburg; nieces and nephews, Megan (J.J.) Leet of Stow, Shannon, Jonathan and Emma Mackey all of Twinsburg; Samantha Mackey of Mentor and Andrew Mackey of Willowick. She also leaves her aunt, Doris Heinz of Eastlake. Her mother, Barbara L. Mackey died October 22, 1994. She was also preceded in death by her niece, Erin Mackey. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Bernice E. Sifling
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling: Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 6-9 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, Aug. 6, at 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Bernice Elizabeth Sifling, 85, of Eastlake died at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby on Friday, August 1, 2008. She was born Nov. 21, 1922 in Cleveland, the daughter of David and Minnie Smith Van Dame. She was a member of Willoughby Baptist Church, Windermere Chapter 588 Order of the Eastern Star and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Sifling is survived by her children, James (Cristieann) Sifling of Eastlake and Janice (Gene) Thoms of Cleveland; her brother, David (Nancy) Van Dame of Madison, a sister-in-law, Florence Van Dame of Painesville, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband Raymond Sifling; second husband John Burger; a brother, William; and two sisters: Ruth Van Dame and Edna Hylkema (see her obituary above). Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue in Willoughby on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 6-9 p.m. Funeral services will be on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Bedford Heights.



NAME: Maxine Montz Boyd
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS OBSERVED MEMORIAL SERVICE: TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, AT 11 AM at MENTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
   
OBITUARY: A memorial service to celebrate the life of Maxine Montz Boyd, 84, of Leroy Township, will be 11 AM Tuesday, August 12, at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mrs. Boyd passed away Thursday, July 31, 2008 at her home with her family. She was the second of three daughters born of the late Roy E. and Rose B. (Carrothers) Montz on October 30, 1923 in Gary, Indiana. She was raised in the Gary area, and received the Bausch & Lomb Science Award as a senior in high school, which was an unusual honor for a young lady. Max completed her nurses training at Wesley Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois and graduated with her registered nurse degree and began her career in October, 1945. She worked in an Army hospital in Peoria, Illinois where she met her husband-to-be, Bill. She married William R. Boyd, Jr. on December 12, 1948, three years after they met, and he survives her. They lived their lives together for fifty years in Mentor, serving their community, and raising their children. They raised three children, Winona (husband, Henry) Webber of Willoughby, Beverly (husband, George) Nash of Leroy Township and William “Billy” (Laura Suddell) Boyd, III of Columbia Falls, Montana; eight grandchildren, Rachael, Bethany, Ruth, Grace and Leah Nash and Kyle, Eric and Scott Boyd. She also leaves a nephew, Jay Butler and two nieces who have always lived in the southwestern United States. Her parents, and sisters, Irene and Beverly preceded her in death. Maxine was an active member of Mentor United Methodist Church for over fifty years, where she taught Sunday school, was involved with different United Methodist Women’s circles, and played in the hand bell choir for 21 years. She has always enjoyed music, and played the flute in the Gary Civic Orchestra as a young woman and continued playing for enjoyment throughout her life. Max was able to join a Girl Scout troop at age 15 in Gary, Indiana, which led to a lifelong love of Girl Scouting. As a youth, she was part of a gypsy trip, which exposed to her to hiking, biking and camping which she loved. She directed day camps at several locations, including Andrews Woods, Intergrove Metroparks and eventually Camp Lejnar in Leroy Township. She served as a neighborhood chairman, delegate to National Convention and served on the Board of the Lake Erie Girl Scout Council for many years. her involvement has never wavered, and she has carried many wonderful friendships throughout her 65 years in scouting. In 1976, she was awarded the Girl Scout “Thanks” Badge. Maxine volunteered as a registered nurse for the American Red Cross blood mobiles for 20 years. She gave weekly allergy shots to neighbors and car-pooled neighborhood children to many activities. She worked part time as a nurse at Willo-Hill Christian School from 1975 until 1982. She provided care for several folks in her home, including a foster child, Niff, “Granny” and Bill’s mother, Lillian. Her home was always open to her husband’s and children’s friends, family and neighbors. Many benefited from her industry and caring. Her practice of nursing was apparent throughout her life, evidenced by the multiple people for whom she provided comfort and care, especially during their life’s end. Max enjoyed embroidery and counted cross-stitch and many friends have received gifts of her hand work. Since 1987, Max and Bill have enjoyed new friendships in Big Pine Key, Florida and at the United Methodist Church there, where they have “snow-birded” in the winter for 15 years. In 1999, they moved to their present home in Leroy Township. Max and Bill would have celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary in December of this year. Maxine’s life was one of grateful service to her husband, family, friends, community and God. Her loving character has touched many lives. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Mentor United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, or to Camp Lejnar, in care of Girl Scouts of North East Ohio-North Region Service Center, 19201 Villaview Road, Cleveland, OH 44119-3074. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby. There will be no calling hours observed but all are encouraged to attend the memorial celebration at the Church.



NAME: August J. Kowalski
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, July 25, from 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Saturday, July 26 at 1 PM
   
OBITUARY: August J. “Mickey” Kowalski, 83, died at Euclid Hospital on Weds., July 23. He was born Aug. 30, 1924 in Cleveland to August and Mary Turk Kowalski. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Barbara (Red) Adkins, his brother Frank, and sisters Julie and Babe. He is the loving husband of Mary Jane (nee Baraga), dearest father of Janet (Gregory) Swider and Michael (Karen) Kowalski Christy, and the cherished grandfather of Adam Swider, and Laura and Thomas Christy. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave in Willoughby on Friday from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon.



NAME: Phyllis T. Merchant
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, July 25, 2008 from 4-8 PM Eastern Star Service: Friday, July 25, at 7 PM Funeral Service: Saturday, July 26, at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Phyllis T. (Sofield) Merchant, 87, of Willowick, will be 10 AM Saturday, July 26, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Merchant died July 23, 2008 at Manor Care Health Services in Willoughby. Born Oct. 10, 1920 in South Plainfield, New Jersey, she lived in Cleveland before moving to Willowick in 1965. She was a member of Nottingham Baptist Church in Willoughby Hills and Order of Eastern Star, Windermere Chapter 388 in Lyndhurst. Mrs. Merchant was a bench operator at the former General Motors Fisher Body Division, Coit Road Plant in Cleveland for 22 years before her retirement. Survivors are her grandchildren, Christopher Merchant, Lynn (Peter) Habraken and Anna Merchant; great grandchildren, Brianna and Cora Merchant and James Habraken; sister-in-law, Betty Moyers and devoted cousins, Jim and Joann Fox. She also leaves many cousins, nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Arthur B. Merchant, Sr. died in 1995 and her son, Arthur B. Merchant, Jr., died in 1990. Her parents, Daniel and Rose Sofield; sisters, Marie Sofield and Jean Oberstar and brothers. Jack Sofield and Clyde Moyers are also deceased. Friends may call 4-8 PM today at the funeral home. The Rev. David Chapman of Nottingham Baptist Church will officiate at the services. Windermere Chapter 388 Order of the Eastern Star will conduct services today at 7 PM. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Gerald A. Mausser
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, July 25, from 4-8 PM Masonic Service: Friday, July 25, at 8 PM Funeral Service: Friday, July 25, immediately following the Masonic Service at 8 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Gerald A. Mausser, 68, of Kirtland, will be 8 PM Friday, July 25, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Mausser died July 20, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born March 13, 1940 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Lake County resident. He was a member of Pipefitters Local 120 in Cleveland, Collinwood Lodge 582 Free and Accepted Masons, Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland, and a former member of Wildwood Yacht Club in Cleveland. Mr. Mausser was employed as a pipefitter with Local 120 for 38 years. Survivors are his children, Jeffrey (Donna) Mausser of Willowick and Sandra Mausser of Wickliffe and grandchildren, Lindsey Elizabeth and Joseph Anthony Mausser. He also leaves his former wife, Karen Mausser of Willowick and very special friend, Marylou Boka of Eastlake. His parents, Joseph A. and Helen J. Mausser are deceased. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. Masonic services will be conducted at 8 PM Friday by brethren and friends of Collinwood Lodge 582. The Rev. Greg Bierbaum of Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church will officiate at the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the American Lung Association of Ohio, 6100 Rockside Woods Blvd., Ste. 260, Independence, 44131 or the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland, 3601 South Green Rd., Ste. 100; Beachwood, 44122.



NAME: Robert H. Sievers
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, July 23, from 9-11 AM Service: Wednesday, July 23, at 11 AM at funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Robert H. Sievers, 88, died Monday, July 21, 2008 at his daughter’s home in Mentor. He was born Nov. 19, 1919 in Johnstown, Penn., the son of Karl and Margaret Conroy Sievers. He married Wilma Schaller, who died in 2002. Mr. Sievers worked as a material analyst for the Fisher Body division of General Motors. He retired from GM in 1980. He was a member of Acacia Lodge # 651 F & A M and the Scottish Rite, Valley of Cleveland. He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II, where he served in the 176th Infantry. Mr. Sievers is survived by his daughter, Robin (Ron) Ironhorse, of Mentor; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and the family dogs, “Nami” and “T”. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: Jimmy and Chris; three sisters: Margaret Troutman, Louise Schaefer and Helen Kime; and three brothers: Frank, Karl and Edward Sievers. He will be remembered as a kind and generous man. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, July 23 at 11 a.m. at the Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at 9 a.m. Private interment will take place at Mentor Municipal Cemetery. Memorial donations in Mr. Sievers’ name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 5786 Heisely Road, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Ann C. Rockow
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, July 22, from 9-11 AM Service: Tuesday, July 22, at 11 AM at funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Ann C. Rockow, 91 was reunited with Donald, her beloved husband of 67 years on July 17, 2008. Donald passed away last December. Ann was born March 7, 1917 in Cleveland, the daughter of Arthur and Anna Pabst Kolson. Ann always regretted that she could not complete high school, as she had to care for her ailing mother. She successfully completed her studies and received her GED at the age of 60. Ann was an avid reader and artist, and loved gardening and needlepoint. All who knew Ann will remember her for the marvelous stories she could clearly recall from the past. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Robert, and an infant sister, Constance Rose. She is survived by a brother-in-law, Charles Rockow; a sister-in-law, Nancy Kolson; and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be sent to Hospice House, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby on Tuesday, July 22, from 9-11 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the Willoughby Cemetery.



NAME: Eleanor C. Pile
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Friday, July 18, from 6-9 PM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Inc. Memorial Service: Saturday, July 19, at 12 Noon at The Little Church In The Vale, 610 Chagrin River Road, Gates Mills, OH 44040 Memorial Service: Friday, August 1, at 4:15 PM at The Lyons Chapel at the Nason Center of Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Road, Willoughby, 44094
   
OBITUARY: Eleanor C. Pile, 93, died Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Fairmount Nursing Home in Breckenridge Village. She was born May 1, 1915 in Cleveland, the daughter of James and Ellen “Nellie” Hawkins Crawford. She married Kenneth G. Pile Aug. 15, 1938, and he died Jan. 11, 2000. She was also preceded in death by her parents as well as a sister, Grace Crawford and a brother, James. N. Crawford. She is survived by her loving daughters, Carol Pile and Dottie (Mark) Campbell; two dear grandchildren: Bob (Jill) Campbell and Bill (Paula) Campbell; and five great-grandchildren: Kaylee, Will, Nathan, Isaac and Lauren Campbell; 16 nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home on Friday, July 18 from 6-9 p.m. A memorial service celebrating Eleanor’s life will be held at the Little Church in the Vale, 610 Chagrin River Falls, Gates Mills on Saturday at 12 noon. A special memorial service will be held at Lyons Chapel in Breckenridge Village, 36859 Ridge Road, on Friday, August 1. Private family committal services were held at Knollwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to The Little Church in the Vale or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 19201 Villaview Rd, Cleveland, OH 44119. Services were under the direction of Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Mary Siebert
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No Calling Hours Private Burial
   
OBITUARY: Mary Siebert, 95, formerly of Willoughby, died Monday, July 14, 2008 at a nursing home in New Braunfels, Texas. She was born Nov. 6, 1912 in Donora, Penn., the daughter of Steve and Elizabeth Kovach Babinchak. Her husband, Gordon Siebert preceded her in death in 1989. She was a former member of Willoughby United Methodist Church where she volunteered with mailings; she also enjoyed sewing. She had resided in Cleveland and Eastlake and was a Willoughby resident for 37 years. She went to Texas to be with her only son and his family in Texas in 2006. She is survived by her son Duane (Janice) Siebert of Schertz, Texas; two grandsons, Steven and Jeffrey (Lisa) Siebert, also of Schertz; and a great-grandson, Ryan Adam Siebert. Her parents and siblings all preceded her in death. Private family services were held in Texas. Private committal will be at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township under the direction of Davis-Babcock Funeral Home.



NAME: Margaret C. Frank
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, July 16 from 12 Noon until 2 PM at the funeral home. Services will follow at 2:30 PM Wednesday, July 16, in the Chapel at Knollwood Cemetery, 1678 SOM Center Rd., (St. Rt. 91, one mile south of Mayfield Rd., U.S. Rt. 322) in Mayfield Heights.
   
OBITUARY: Committal services for Margaret C. (Green) Frank, 99, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 2:30 PM Wednesday, July 16, at Knollwood Cemetery, 1678 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Heights. Mrs. Frank died July 13, 2008 at Fairmount Health Center in Willoughby. Born September 28, 1908 in Meigs County, Ohio she lived in Aurora before moving to Breckenridge Village in Willoughby in 1989. Survivors are her step-son, Charles (Marjorie) Frank of Mentor and step-daughter, Martha Felstein; step-grandchildren and their families and 17 nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Nihle B. Frank died July 21, 1995. Her parents, three brothers and two sisters are also deceased. Friends may call from 12 Noon until 2 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to the Breckenridge Village Life Care Fund, 36855 Ridge Rd., Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Paul R. West
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, July 15, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Service: Wednesday, July 16, at 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Paul R. West, 69, of Eastlake, died Friday, July 11, 2008 at University Hospital Case Medical Center in Cleveland. He was born Sept. 25, 1938 in Lee County, Virginia to George Newton and Bertha Ballard West. He was a US Army veteran, and was discharged just before the start of the Vietnam War. Mr. West was a machinist and retired from Worthington. He enjoyed bass fishing and playing poker with his friends. Mr. West is survived by his wife Linda; son John (Shawn) West of Manassas Park, Virginia; daughter Laura (John) Wolf of Willowick; three grandchildren: Kayden West, Sydney Wolf and Ryan Parsons; brothers: Jack (Modell) West of Penrose, N.C.; Jessie (Winnie) West and Junior West, both of Richfield, Idaho; James West of Leroy, Ohio; sisters: Marie (Andy) Cheverchko of Painesville; Mathilda Gibson and Phylis Brinkman, both of Sweetwater, Texas; Fay (Ron) Baichtal of Reno, Nevada; Beatrice (Arthur) Arnold of Fort Wayne, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Jane Lescallett. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the South Kirtland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to organizations that deal with liver research or to a charity of your choice.



NAME: Larry E. Phillis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, July 13, 2-4, 6-8 PM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home Funeral Service: Monday, July 14, at 11 AM at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 44060
   
OBITUARY: Services for Larry E. Phillis, 70, of Painesville Township, will be 11 AM Monday, July 14, at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mr. Phillis died July 10, 2008 at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. Born October 20, 1937 in Cleveland, he was raised in Rock Creek and lived in Mentor for 50 years, before moving to Painesville Township three years ago. He was a longtime member of Mentor United Methodist Church and the Mentor Lagoons Marina. He served in the US Army for three years, serving in Korea for 16 months. Family was very important to him. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing with his sons and grandson, Troy. They were known for their perch and walleye fish fries for family and friends. He was easily recognized traveling through the neighborhoods on his scooter. He enjoyed boating, fishing, vacationing with his family, and playing cards. Mr. Phillis was President and co-owner of Phil-Matic Screw Products, Inc. in Eastlake, with his son, Richard, who is vice-president of the company. He was employed there 45 years, in the company which was founded by his parents in 1962. Survivors are his high school sweetheart and wife of 51 years, Wendy (Hubbard) Phillis; sons, Larry Todd (Susan) Phillis of Euclid, Richard (Christine) Phillis of Concord Township, Brian (Amy) Phillis of Fairview, Illinois and Greg Phillis of Painesville; grandchildren, Samantha, Troy, Jeremiah, Larry, James and Mia; brother, William (Dorothea) Phillis of Boynton Beach, Florida and sister, Carol (Delbert) Brickell of Willoughby. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Doris (Pugh) Phillis; granddaughter, Sarah Noelle Phillis and nephew, Daniel Phillis. The family will receive friends from 2-4, 6-8 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. C. Michael Gibson, pastor and Mrs. Beverly L. Wrobel, pastor of visitation of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. The family would like to thank all who have been supportive and praying for the family during this difficult time.



NAME: Daniel " J. "Big D" Mathis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, July 7, from 2-4, 6-8 PM Service: Tuesday, July 8, at 10:00 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Daniel J. “Big D” Mathis Services for Daniel J. “Big D” Mathis, 49, of Willoughby, will be 10 AM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Dan died July 2, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born July 11, 1958 in Lakewood, he was a longtime Willoughby resident. Dan was a US Navy veteran and loved to fish. Mr. Mathis was a self employed welder and painter. Survivors are his brother, Terry Mathis of Willoughby, sister, Sharon Mathis of Fairport Harbor, nephew, Terry Mathis, Jr., niece, Kristin Mathis and great nephew, Cayden. His parents, Truman and Geraldine Mathis are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Dr. Dennis Michelson of Faith Baptist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Dorothea "Doris" M. Rewald
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, July 6, from 4-5:30 PM followed by a memorial service at 5:30 PM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Doris Rewald, 79, of Willowick, will be 5:30 PM Sunday, July 6, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The family will receive friends from 4 until 5:30 PM. Mrs. Rewald passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2008. Born March 24, 1929 in Berlin, Germany, Doris and her family immigrated to America in 1956. She was a resident of Lake County for 52 years. She was an avid cook and entertained her friends with her specialties most notably, her cheese cake. Everyone loved Doris’s cheese cake. Doris loved spending time with her family and friends. In her life, she especially enjoyed our family vacations, traveling around much of this country and Canada, and seeing many of the national parks, zoos and gardens. As a proud American, one of her favorite concerts was the annual “America the Beautiful Concert” at the Lake Farm Park. She loved the music, songs and patriotism everyone showed. She was a talented tailor and worked at Richman Brothers Clothiers for many years. In later years, she also enjoyed helping her customers at JoAnn Fabrics with their sewing needs and projects. She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Walter and beloved mother of Heidi (Jim) Egensperger. We miss her very much. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to a charity of your choice or to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Memorial and Honor Program 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, one of her favorite organizations.



NAME: William H. Myles
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, July 6, from 2-4, 6-8 +PM at the funeral home Masonic Service: Sunday, July 6, at 7:30 PM at the funeral home Funeral service: Monday, July 7, at 10 AM at the funeral home Burial: Acacia Park Cemetery, Mayfield Heights
   
OBITUARY: Services for William H. Myles, 88, of Zephyrhills, Florida, will be 10 AM Monday, July 7, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. . Mr. Myles died June 28, 2008 at East Pasco Care Center in Dade City, Florida. Born Dec. 21, 1919 in Cleveland, he lived in Troy Township for 20 years and Willoughby for two years before moving to Zephyrhills 11 years ago. He was a World War II US Army veteran. He was a member of American Legion Square Post 61 and Lyndhurst Lodge 508 F. & A.M. Mr. Myles was a Firefighter for the City of Cleveland for more than 30 years before retiring in 1976. Survivors are his daughter, Dorothy (Bernard) Kramer of New Berlin, Wisconsin; sons, William (Sandra) Myles Jr. of Kirtland and Richard (Patricia) Myles of Bradenton, Florida; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. His wife, Myrtle D. (Lange) Myles, died April 9, 2004. His brother, Robert N. Myles is also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Sunday, July 6, at the funeral home. Masonic services will be conducted at 7:30 PM by Lyndhurst Lodge 508 F. & AM. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of Dade City, 37439 Clinton Ave., Dade City, Florida 33525.



NAME: Peggy R. Mates
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, July 2, from 6-9 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Thursday, July 3, at 10 AM at the funeral home. Burial: Willoughby Memorial Gardens
   
OBITUARY: Peggy R. Mates, 79, died at her home in Eastlake on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. She was born September 14, 1928 to William F and Violet M. McClelland. Mrs. Mates loved to read novels of all kinds and greatly enjoyed birdwatching. She is survived by her husband, Chester; five sons: Randy (Kathy) Mates of Ravenna, Patrick (Elaine) Mates of South Euclid; Timothy (Mary) Mates of Geneva; Christopher (Sandy) Mates of Cleveland Heights; Jayson Mates of Akron; a daughter, Pamela (George) Bruck of Eastlake; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Louise Brent of Youngstown. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby on Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Thursday, July 3 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: Robert J. Davies
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, July 1, from 2-4, 6-8 PM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 2 at 11 AM at First Baptist Church of Willowick; 31433 Vine St., Willowick, OH 44095
   
OBITUARY: Robert J. Davies Services for Robert J. Davies, 55, of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Wednesday, July 2, at First Baptist Church of Willowick, 31433 Vine Street, Willowick. Mr. Davies died June 27, 2008. Born September 30, 1952 in Cleveland, he had prior residences in Wheaton, Illinois, Willoughby and Euclid, for 22 years, before moving back to Willoughby one year ago. He was a very faithful and active member of First Baptist Church of Willowick where he served as a deacon and church treasurer. He enjoyed singing at church and at special events. He was also a member of the Lakeland Community College Civic Band for 14 years, where he played trumpet. Mr. Davies was a registered project architect with Arcadis, in Cleveland. He was a member and president-elect of the American Institute Architects, was LEED certified and served on the Cleveland Green Building Coalition. Mr. Davies loved his family and was loved by them very dearly. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Christine (Gaydos) Davies; his children, James A. (Danielle) Davies of Willowick and Jennifer Davies of Canton; grandchildren, Jonathan and Elisabeth Davies, who knew him as “Papa Kitty”, brother, Dale (Nancy) Davies of Omaha, Nebraska; mother-in-law, Betty (Art) Fisher of Painesville; sister-in-law, Betsy (Tom) Reed of Mentor and many nieces and nephews. He will also be dearly missed by his church family and countless friends. His parents, James E. and Margaret C. (Pollock) Davies are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Tuesday, July 1, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Robert P. Mieden of First Baptist Church of Willowick will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery, Mayfield Heights.



NAME: James T. Smith Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Visitation: Saturday, July 12, from 1:00 - 2:00 PM at the funeral home Memorial Service: Saturday, July 12, at 2:00 PM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: To: News-Herald Death Notice Re: Death notice text: James T. Smith Message: Please publish Sun. 6/29, with photo, and call with read back and charges to 942-6250. Thank you. Memorial services for James T. Smith, 92, of Willoughby Hills, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, July 12th, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The family will greet friends from 1:00 until the time of services. Mr. Smith died Friday, June 27, 2008, at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born September 15, 1915, in Wellsville, Ohio he moved to Cleveland at age 11. He was a longtime Willoughby Hills resident. He was a member of the Willoughby Area Chamber of Commerce, a charter member of the Willoughby Kiwanis Club and was a member and served as President of the Willoughby Rotary Club. He coached the former Willoughby Union High School boys bowling team to first place in 1942 in a 21-team league in the Greater Cleveland area. Mr. Smith served as President of the North East Ohio Association of School Business Officials and was a member of the National Association of School Business Officials of the United States and Canada and received outstanding achievement awards from that organization in 1967, 1968 and 1969. Mr. Smith was a member of the Willoughby United Methodist Church and served as Sunday School Superintendent in 1942 and 1943, co-sponsored the Epworth League Young Peoples Association and was a member of the church choir. He also was a member of the Maple Grove Grange of Willoughby Hills. He received degrees from Kent State University in 1938 and 1955. He was a member of Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity where he served as an officer from 1935 – 1938. He served in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant from 1943 – 1945. He was an educator and first taught business subjects in the Columbiana County Schools in southeast Ohio. He later was a business teacher, clerk-treasurer and business manager of the Board of Education and then assistant superintendent of business in the Willoughby-Eastlake School District. He was with the district from 1941 until his retirement in 1976. During his tenure, Mr. Smith assisted in the planning and building of 22 schools and school additions in the Willoughby-Eastlake City School District. His name, with others, is engraved on the dedication plaques in each of those buildings. Following his retirement, he taught for a brief time at Lakeland Community College. Survivors are his daughter Sheridyn (Oakie) Weaver of Eastlake, and son William J. (Joyce) Smith, of Willoughby Hills, and his two loving grand-daughters, Kelly and Kimberly Smith, both of Willoughby Hills. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth A. (Parsons) Smith in 2006; his parents, James and Minnie Smith; brother Kenneth P. Smith and sister, Pauline Tressler.



NAME: Mary L. Petrowsky (Hawley)
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, June 30, 2-4, 6-8 PM Service: Tuesday, July 1, at 10:30 AM Calling Hours & Service at the funeral home Burial: Willoughby Memorial Gardens
   
OBITUARY: Mary L. (Hawley) Petrosky Services for Mary L. (Hawley) Petrosky, 69, of Eastlake, will be 10:30 AM Tuesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Petrosky died at her home. Born May 23, 1939 in Mentor, she was a lifelong Lake County resident. She was an avid camper. Mrs. Petrosky was a waitress at the Last Chance Restaurant in Willowick for 20 years, and most recently at Flavors On The Vine Restaurant in Eastlake. Survivors are her children, Patty J. (Troie) Strough Mentor, Brian J. (Jackie) Hawley of Willoughby and Natalie A. Pownall of Agawam, Massachusetts; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister, Becky Sullivan of Eastlake and many nieces and nephews and their families. Her parents, David and Madeline Hawley and brothers, Dave and Goward are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens.



NAME: William A. Robinson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS WILL BE HELD. PLEASE MEET AT THE CHAPEL AT WESTERN RESERVE MEMORIAL GARDENS, 11521 CHILLICOTHE ROAD, CHESTER TOWNSHIP AT 10 AM ON SATURDAY, JUNE 28, FOR THE COMMITTAL SERVICE.
   
OBITUARY: Services for William A. “Robby” Robinson, 66, of Matthews, N.C., will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens Chapel, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mr. Robinson died Sunday, June 22, 2008 at his home. He was born Oct. 2, 1941 in Cleveland Heights. Mr. Robinson was a retired national account manager. Throughout Robby’s life, he used his God given musical talent for the Kingdom of Glory. Survivors are his wife, Dottie; son, Scot Robinson of Eastlake; daughter, Wendy Robinson of Eastlake; stepsons, Kenneth Johnson and Perry Johnson, both of Cleveland; and stepmother, Eleanore Robinson of Willoughby. His father, Kenneth C. Robinson, died Dec. 3, 2007. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to American Cancer Society, 6000 Fairview Road, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28210. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home in Willoughby.



NAME: Matthew J. Clark
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, June 29, from 2-6 PM Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, June 30, at 9:30 AM at Saint John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor, behind Lake Catholic High School. PLEASe MEET DIRECTLY AT THE CHURCH, NOT AT THE FUNERAL HOME, ON MONDAY MORNING.
   
OBITUARY: Mass of Christian burial for Matthew J. Clark, 39, of Mentor, will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. (Please meet directly at the church.) Mr. Clark died Monday in Mentor. Born Dec. 7, 1968 in East Cleveland, he lived in Mentor for more than 35 years. He attended St. John Vianney Catholic Church. He enjoyed watching football, playing pool, pitching horseshoes and playing video games. Mr. Clark was an alarm monitor for American Response Center, a security company in Euclid. Surviving is his mother, Elizabeth A. Clark of Mentor. His father, Elmer Clark, died July 1, 1993. Friends may call 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Jared Orndorff of St. John Vianney Catholic Church will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Kathy S. Senica
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, June 29, from 2-6 PM Service: Monday, June 30 at 1:00 PM at the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Kathy S. Senica Services for Kathy S. Senica, 64, of Eastlake, will be 1 PM Monday, June 30, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Senica died June 26, 2008 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born September 13, 1943 in Willoughby, she was a lifelong Lake County resident, living in Eastlake for the past 34 years. Her interests were her family and friends. Her grandchildren brought her great joy and happiness. Mrs. Senica was employed as a supervisor at Tri-Delta Industries and took an early retirement to care for her husband during his illness. She had also volunteered as a poll worker for the Lake County Board of Elections for several years. She was a loving and devoted mother of Rajko (Rick) (fiancée, Tisa) of Eastlake, Michael (fiancée, Nadine Hall) of Mentor and Brenda Smart of Eastlake; grandmother of Katie (fiancé, Jim) and Andy. She also leaves her nephews and nieces, Kenny, Chuck, Monica and Dee Dee, and their families. Her husband of 41 years, Branko G. Senica, died December 18, 2002. Her parents, Bob and Ruth Betz and brother, Kenneth Schroeder are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Tadd A. Butler of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Jo Spaar
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Monday, June 23, from 9-11 AM Memorial service: Monday, June 23, for 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Jo Spaar, 77, of Eastlake, will be 11 AM Monday, June 23, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Miss Spaar died June 19, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born July 20, 1930 and raised in the Barnesville, Pennsylvania area, she was a longtime Eastlake resident before moving to Geneva in 1995 and returning to Eastlake one year ago. She was a member of Toastmasters International and served as a volunteer in the emergency department at Lake West Hospital for 15 years. She also volunteered at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mentor for many years. Miss Spaar was a claims examiner for Progressive Insurance and later worked as an administrative assistant at the Rae-Ann Nursing Home in Geneva. Survivors are her daughter, Lauren (Dan) Baskin of Huntsburg Twp.; grandchildren, John (Julie), William (Gin), Richard and Daniel (Jessica) Kusar and Elizabeth (Raymond) Johnston; great grandchildren, Zachary, Steven, Jeff, Cody, Sarah, Amanda and Breauna Kusar and Brayden and Olyvia Johnston; sisters, Jean (Robert) Rader of Lufkin, TX and Barbara (William) Holeczy of Moundsville, West Virginia and brother, William (Donna) Spaar of Marble Falls, Texas. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. Her parents, John and Genevieve (Wysocki) Spaar are deceased. Friends may call from 9-11 AM Monday morning at the funeral home. Interment will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to a donor’s favorite charity.



NAME: Ralph A. Pietro
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Saturday, June 21 from 4-6 PM Memorial Service: Saturday, June 21 at 6 PM
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services with military honors for Ralph A. Pietro, 57, of Mentor, will be 6 PM Sat., June 21, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Pietro died at his home in Mentor. Born January 29, 1951 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Eastlake resident before moving to Mentor two years ago. He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam era and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1500 in Willoughby. Mr. Pietro was employed as a placement counselor with the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services prior to his retirement. Survivors are his daughter, Renea Pietro of Willoughby and son, Spc. Santo Pietro (fiancée, Jessica Burrington), serving with the 9th Psychological Operations Unit at Fort Bragg, North Carolina; sister, Barbara Stasel of Georgia and brothers, John and Jay Fednets, both of Pennsylvania. He also leaves his former wife, Linda Pietro of Willoughby. His parents, Nicholas and Cecilia Pietro are deceased. Friends may call from 4-6 PM Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael Currier of the Body of Christ Community in Willoughby will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.



NAME: Arthur Lupas
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Wednesday, June 18,from 2-4, and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Service: Meet in parking lot at funeral home on Thursday morning by 8:30 AM for journey to Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio for services at 10:30 AM. There will be no service on Thursday in the funeral home.
   
OBITUARY: Committal services and interment with military honors for Arthur Lupas, 78, of Willowick, will be 10:30 AM Thursday at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Rittman. Mr. Lupas died June 15, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born January 16, 1930 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Cleveland and Euclid resident before moving to Willowick 44 years ago. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean era. He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed traveling abroad and extensively in the United States. Mr. Lupas was self-employed in the trucking industry and later worked in sales in the bedding and furniture industry. Survivors are his sons, Alan (Mary) Lupas of Chardon and Larry (Elizabeth) Lupas of Cumming, Georgia and grandchildren, Kellina, Kristina, Joshua, Mark and Laura. His wife of 54 years, Marge E. Lupas, died December 2, 2006. His parents, Theodore and Veronica Lupas; brothers, Johnny and Gustave Lupas and half siblings, John, Joe and Kate are also deceased. Friends may call from 2-4, 6-8 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.



NAME: Ruth M. Braunlich
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS GRAVESIDE SERVICE ONLY: Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 1:00 PM at St. John Lutheran Cemetery, 4386 Mayfield Road, South Euclid, OH 44121 (behind St. John Lutheran Church) * (one block west of Green Road)
   
OBITUARY: Graveside services and burial for Ruth M. (Klug) Braunlich, 83, of Mentor, a homemaker, will be 1 PM Saturday at St. John Lutheran Cemetery, (located behind St. John Lutheran Church), 4386 Mayfield Rd., South Euclid. Family and friends are asked to meet directly at the cemetery. Mrs. Braunlich died June 12, 2008 at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born November 18, 1924 in Cleveland, she lived in Kirtland for 40 years, before moving to Mentor 20 years ago. She was active in several Lutheran Churches, where she served as a Sunday school teacher and secretary, and was the designer of the Church banners. Survivors are her sons, Jack (Laura) Braunlich and James (Donna) Braunlich of Mentor and daughter Jan Quackenbush of Heath, Ohio; grandchildren, David, Sara, Erin Braunlich and Allyson Quackenbush; sisters-in-law, Yvonne Klug of Richmond Heights and Doris Klug of Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Her husband, Wilbur K. Braunlich died in 1981, and her son, Paul Braunlich died in 1955. Her parents, Henry W. and Bertha (Bauman) Klug, her twin-brother, Raymond W. Klug and brothers, Harold H. Klug and Melvin F. Klug and sister-in-law, Cecelia Klug are also deceased. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Helping Hands of Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, 44094. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby



NAME: Shirley M. Lonsford
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): (Mother of Mark Strang) No Calling Hours. Memorial Service: Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 10 AM at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Shirley Mae Lonsford, 76, of Mentor, will be 10 AM Saturday, June 14, at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mrs. Lonsford died June 7, 2008 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born May 7, 1932 in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, she was a longtime Bakersfield, CA resident before moving to Mentor eight years ago. She attended Mentor United Methodist Church. Survivors are her children, Steve (Teresa) Strang of Newbury Park, California, Lisa (Carl) Hale of Yuma, Arizona and Mark (Debra) Strang of Mentor; grandchildren, Daniel, Matthew and Ryan Strang, Brad Hale, Carissa (Matt) Christensen and Evan Strang; great grandchildren, Tristan Hale and Christopher Christensen; brothers, Rev. Dr. Archie (Chris) Marston of Sonoma, California and Ronald (Donna) Marston of Fresno, California. She also leaves her nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded by her husband, Bill Lonsford and her parents, Otto and Agnes (Katzmark) Marston. There will be no calling hours. The Rev. C. Michael Gibson and the pastoral staff of Mentor United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Unit E, Mentor, 44060. Arrangements by Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby.



NAME: Jerald B. Holzman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hour: Saturday, July 12, from 10-11 AM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home. Memorial Service: Saturday, July 12, at 11 AM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home.
   
OBITUARY: Memorial services for Jerald B. Holzman, 84, formerly of Willoughby, will be 11 AM Saturday, July 12, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Holzman died June 9, 2008 at Gateway Health Care Center in Euclid. Born July 9, 1923 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Willoughby resident. He was a World War II United States Army veteran and a member of Willoughby South High School Booster Club. He enjoyed painting and writing poetry and was an avid sports fan. Mr., Holzman was a mail carrier in Willoughby and Willoughby Hills for more than 30 years, retiring in the mid 1980s. He took great joy in befriending the many pets along his routes. Survivors are his wife of 40 years, Pauline F. (Coney) Holzman; children, Todd W. Holzman of Arlington, Virginia, Judy (Ray) Moriarity of Rock Creek, Donna Levy (Steve Micco) of Eastlake and Raymond (Judy) Kifer, Jr. of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, Daniel and Keith Moriarity Dane and Derek Cook and Lucinda Kifer; eight great grandchildren and sister, Ruperta (Mrs. Andrew, deceased) Sichko of Mentor and many nieces and nephews, including Geoff Boyle and Sherry Dee Walters and their families. His parents, Elmer and La Willda (Sims) Holzman are deceased. Friends may call from 10-11 AM Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Willoughby Public Library, 32 Public Square, Willoughby, 44094.



NAME: Marie E. Lewis
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, June 12, from 5-8 PM at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Funeral Service: Friday, June 13, at 10:00 AM at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby, (next door to Willoughby City Hall).
   
OBITUARY: Services for Marie E. (Mechtensimer) Lewis, 80, of Painesville Township, will be 10 AM Friday at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby. Mrs. Lewis died June 10, 2008 at Hospice House, surrounded by her family. She was born August 7, 1927 in Cleveland Heights. She was a member of Willoughby United Methodist Church, and enjoyed knitting, baking cookies and most of all spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Lewis was employed as a cafeteria aide for the Willoughby-Eastlake School System. Survivors are her husband of 56 years, Carl D. Lewis; children, Shari (Mark) Herda of Mentor, David (Sue) Lewis of Wilmington, NC, Donna (Dale) Holmberg of Hiram, Debbie (Bob) Britt of Elizabethtown, NC and Sandy Lewis (Mike Coutouzis) of North Olmsted; grandchildren, Dawn (Brian) Ryan, Matt (fiancée, Julia Bruening) Herda, Ryan (Shannon) Herda, Chris Herda, Michael, Stephen, Lauren, David J., Katelyn and Will Lewis; Sara, Laura, Nicole, Megan and Daniel Holmberg and Tyler and Noah Britt; great grandchildren, Brandon and Logan Ryan and Shealyn Herda; sister, Maxine Sohn of Lyndhurst and brother, Vernon Mechtensimer of Summerville, SC. She also leaves her nieces and nephews and their families and her “grand cat” Roxie. Her sons, Harry died in 1959 and Kenny died in 1983. Her parents, Harry and Marian (Walker) Mechtensimer; sister, Dorothy Steeson and brother, Earl Mechtensimer are also deceased. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Robert R. Adams
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Tuesday, June 10, from 6-8 PM Funeral Service: Wednesday, June 11, at 10 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Robert R. Adams, 78, of Mentor, will be 10 AM Wednesday, June 11, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Adams died June 5, 2008 at his home. Born April 7, 1930 in Painesville, he had lived in Mentor for the past 44 years. He was a US Navy veteran and enjoyed golfing. He will be loved and missed by all. Mr. Adams was employed as a machinist and inspector for the former Addressograph-Multigraph Corporation and retired from Bud Industries. Survivors are his daughter, Marjorie (Jim) Murphy of Lynchburg, Virginia; sisters, Erma Crick and Evie Pearson, both of Mentor and Betty Patton of McMinnville, Tennessee; brothers-in-law, Gene (Virginia) Ferberdino of Las Vegas, Nevada and Ray (Kristina) Pasqualone of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina; and sister-in-law, Margaret Adams of Cumming, Georgia. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His wife, Ann C. (Pasqualone) Adams died June 12, 1996. His parents, John and Bessie (Crum) Adams and brothers, John, James, Donald and Gerald Adams are also deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate at the service. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Denver Dale Howell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday, June 5, from 7-9 PM and Friday, June 6, from 12 noon until 1 PM Service: Friday, June 6, at 1 PM Sharp!
   
OBITUARY: A Celebration of Life for Denver Dale Howell, 52, of Cleveland, formerly of Kirtland, will be 1 PM Friday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Howell died May 31, 2008 at his home. Born December 9, 1955 in Euclid, he lived in the Euclid/Cleveland area for the past 26 years, and was formerly of Kirtland. He was a 1974 graduate at Kirtland High School and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2259 in Cleveland. His jovial smile and one-liners will be missed. He enjoyed golfing and fishing, and spending time with his children, nieces and nephews. Mr. Howell was a self-employed journeyman carpenter. Survivors are his son, Denver Eugene Howell of Cleveland; step-son, Jason Wiggins and step-daughter, Jennifer Wiggins, both of Euclid; sister, Dawn Howell and brother, Geoff Howell, both of Kirtland; wife, Lona Howell of Euclid and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He also leaves his longtime friend, Connie Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by his father, Denver Eugene Howell; mother, Georgene Mae Howell Wambaugh; brother, Gregory L. Howell; maternal grandparents, Bill and Evelyn Sanefske and paternal grandparents, Denver and Elsie Howell and brother-in-law, Jim Gerlosky. Friends may call from 7-9 PM Thursday and noon until 1 PM Friday at the funeral home. Pastor Jim Davis of Willoughby Hills Evangelical Friends Church in Willoughby Hills will conduct the celebration. Burial will be at Kirtland South Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.



NAME: George W. Ludwig
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): NO CALLING HOURS WILL BE OBSERVED Committal Service: Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Rittman, OH 44270.
   
OBITUARY: GEORGE W. LUDWIG, 92, of Lyndhurst. Son of the late George and Martha (Weyser) Ludwig, brother of the late Marcella Peters and Henry Ludwig. A World War II US Navy veteran, member of the CASU (F) NINE unit, and retired from the former TRW Corporation. A 50-year member of the Masonic Order also involved in Scottish Rite and Al Koran Shrine. Active volunteer at Cleveland Museum of Natural History, recognized for more than 500 hours of service, and a longtime member of Elysium Skating Club, Canterbury Golf Club and Cleveland Ski Club. NO CALLING HOURS. Committal services and interment, Weds., June 4, at 2:00 PM at OHIO WESTERN RESERVE NATIONAL CEMETRY, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Rittman, OH 44270. Arrangements by DAVIS-BABCOCK FUNERAL HOME, Willoughby. www.davisbabcock.com



NAME: Richard K. Elwell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): All Arrangements Will Be Held at MENTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH; 8600 Mentor Avenue Mentor, OH 44060 Visitation: Sunday, June 1, 2-6 PM and Monday, June 2, 10-11 AM Funeral: Monday, June 2, 11 AM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Richard K. Elwell, 88, of Painesville, will be 11 AM Monday, June 2, at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mr. Elwell died May 29, 2008 at Kemper House in Mentor. Born December 3, 1919 and raised in the Toledo area, he graduated from Libbey High School, class of 1937 and attended the University of Pittsburgh. He lived in many different locales, including Akron, Cumberland, MD and Medina. He moved to Painesville in 2005 to be closer to his family. He was a US Army veteran, earning the rank of Major. During World War II he participated in the invasion of Normandy, landing on Utah Beach, and saw action in France and Belgium. He was awarded a Silver Star, three Bronze Stars, the French Croix De Guerre, and two Purple Hearts. His unit was awarded a presidential citation. He was a member of Mentor United Methodist Church and former member of Granger United Methodist Church in Medina County. He was a past commander and chaplain of the Disabled American Veterans Medina Chapter 72 and was involved in the development of the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman. Mr. Elwell started his career with the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in 1939, retiring in 1979, as executive vice president of the Kelly-Springfield Tire Company, a subsidiary of Goodyear. Survivors are his wife of 66 years, Mildred L. (Smith) Elwell; sons, Richard E. (Katie) of Mentor and Jeffrey K. (Janice) of Concord; grandchildren, Carole, Richard D., Jeffrey A., Amy Bambic; great grandchildren, Patsy and Abby. His daughter, Carole Ann, his parents, Robert and Bernice, and his brother, Robert are deceased. Friends may call from 2-6 PM Sunday and 10-11 AM Monday at the Church. Private burial will be in Toledo Memorial Park in Sylvania, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, 44060 or the Kemper House Employees Fund, 8300 Mentor Hills Blvd., Mentor, 44060.



NAME: Carole S. Seaferd
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, June 1, 2008 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Graveside Service: Monday, June 2, 2008 - 11:00 AM - Meet at the Cemetery, not at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Carole S. Seaferd Services for Carole S. (Ashdown) Seaferd, 72, of Kirtland, will be 8 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Graveside services and burial will be at 11 AM Monday at Willoughby Memorial Gardens, 38860 Lake Shore Blvd., Willoughby. Mrs. Seaferd died May 28, 2008 at Golden Living Center – Western Reserve in Kirtland. Born August 19, 1935 in Cleveland, she was a longtime Lake County resident, later moving to Charlotte, North Carolina for ten years. She returned to Lake County 1 ½ years ago. She had many talents, which included jewelry making, stained glass, sewing and china painting. Mrs. Seaferd was a medical secretary at Glen Beigh Hospital in Rock Creek for several years and then worked as a legal secretary for the United States Navy Finance Center in Cleveland. Survivors are her children, Scott Seaferd, Ellen Williams and Holly (Clay) Kuchta and grandchildren, Adam, Alex, Paige and Brooke. Her parents, Ralph and Ellen (Wainwright) Ashdown are deceased. Friends may call from 6-8 PM Sunday at the funeral home.



NAME: Dora Emma Ensinger
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Private Family Services No Calling Hours
   
OBITUARY: Dora Emma Ensinger Private family services will be held for Dora Emma (Taggart) Ensinger, 101, of Sandusky, a retired insurance underwriter. Mrs. Ensinger died May 29, 2008 at Community of Park Vue Health Care Center in Sandusky. Born September 28, 1906 and raised in Bellevue, Ohio, she lived over 30 years in Eastlake before moving to Kissimmee, Florida. She moved to Sandusky in 1982. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sandusky, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post 2926 in Collinwood, and the Dames of Malta Chapter 191. She was also a former member of the Pythian Sisters for 38 years and the Ladies Auxiliary of the United Transportation Union of the Great Lakes, Lodge 709. She also loved to sew, crochet, cook and bake. Mrs. Ensinger was employed as a fire and marine underwriter with the Freer Heene Wasson Insurance Company of Cleveland for 30 years, retiring in 1970. She was also previously employed by the former A&P Tea Company, worked as a telephone operator and worked on a defense shell line during World War II. Survivors are her daughter, Betty I. Peters of Sandusky; grandchildren, Charles (Marsha) Stout, Lawrence Stout, Richard (Sue) Stout and Cynthia Isabelle; six great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and their families. Her husband, Lester C. Ensinger died April 2, 1980. Her great grandson, Loren Stout; parents, George H. and Hortense E. (Wheelock) Taggart; brother, George P. Taggart and sisters, Mae S. Edwards, Helen L. Goerss, Mildred I. Davis, Anna Jackson, Minnie B. Wilt, Grace L. Brown, Elizabeth Taggart and Rachel L. Pleischl and two infant brothers are also deceased. There will be no visitation or calling hours at her request. Private interment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Mayfield Heights, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Community of Park Vue Activity Fund, 3800 Boardwalk Blvd., Sandusky, 44870.



NAME: David J Young
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Thursday 5-8 PM Funeral Service: Friday 10 AM at the funeral home
   
OBITUARY: Services for David J. Young, 78, of Painesville Township, will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 23, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Young died May 19, 2008 at his home. Born July 22, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan, he lived in Painesville Township for the past 50 years. He was a US Army veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. He was an avid tennis player and tennis instructor. Mr. Young was employed as a teacher for Mentor Public Schools spending his entire career at Shore Junior High School. He retired in 1993 after 35 years of service. Survivors are his sons, Mark C. (Jeanne Kimura) Young of Tacoma, WA, Christopher D. (Michelle) Young of Victor, N.Y. and Lee J. (September Moore) Young of Pearl, MS; and grandchildren, Abigail, Gabrielle, Nicholas and Ezekiel. His wife, Margaret J., died March 23, 1994. His grandchildren, Emily and Nathan; parents, Alfred and Albertine; and brothers, Phillip Young and Robert Longhurst, are also deceased. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at the funeral home. Mr. Timothy L. Thorman will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Patricia M. Hatheway
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Calling Hours: Sunday, May 18, 2-4 PM Service: Sunday, May 18, 4:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Services for Patricia M. (Hays) Hatheway, 80, of Akron, will be 4 PM Sunday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mrs. Hatheway died May 15, 2008 at the Merriman in Akron. Born April 27, 1928 in Cleveland, she was a resident of Willoughby for 39 years, moving to Akron in January, 1999. She was a past president of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Northeast Yacht Club in 1957 and assisted her husband as leader of the Junior Yachtsman program at the Northeast Yacht Club. Mrs. Hatheway was an office manager and legal secretary at the law firm of Reminger and Reminger in Cleveland for 35 years, retiring in 1993. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Richard M. Hatheway of Akron and other family members including Philip C. (Mary) Bradley, Douglas (Linda) Bradley, Sheila (Michael) Neely, Jill (Matthew) Schieve, Raymond A. Force, Cathy L. DiCello, Joan Williamson, Barbara M. Force, Debra S. Harris, Roy Force II, Richard K. Force, Karen Crosley, Roger Randall and their families. She is also survived by special friends Kay and Karl Hutchison and Ray Peters. Her parents, Milton J. and Mildred G. (Bradley) Hays, are deceased. Friends may call from 2-4 PM Sunday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael A. Currier of the Body of Christ Community Church in Willoughby will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.



NAME: Samuel J. Lombardo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Samuel J. Lombardo Memorial Mass for Samuel J. Lombardo, 79, of Eastlake, will be 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3, 2008, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. (Family and friends are asked to meet at the church.) Mr. Lombardo died Monday, June 30, 2008, at his residence in Eastlake of a broken heart following the death of his wife. Born March 8, 1929, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for 45 years living in Eastlake. He had previously lived in Cleveland. He was a member of St. John Vianney Church in Mentor and was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Lombardo was a former City of Eastlake councilman and had been manager of Faflik Shoes for many years. He was the loving father of Nick Lombardo of Parma, Debra (Denis) Sauer of Eastlake, Anthony Lombardo of Lakewood and Paula Ramsey of Columbus; and grandfather of Chris, Adrienne, Vanessa, Michael, Christopher and Alyssa. His beloved wife, Jacqueline N. "Jackie" (nee Irons) Lombardo, died in 2008. He was also preceded in death by his grandchild, Kelly. Father Jared Orndorff will officiate the Mass. Donations in his name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Paul J. Jerabek
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Paul E. Jerabek Services for Paul E. Jerabek, 98, of Willoughby will be announced at a later date by the family. Mr. Jerabek died Monday, June 30, 2008, at Fairmount Health Care Center in Willoughby. Born Sept. 7, 1909, in Silver Lake, Minn., he had been a Lake County resident for many years living in Kirtland and Willoughby. He was a member of Burroughs Nature Club, Cleveland Rose Society and American Rose Society. He was also a member of the Euclid Avenue Congregational Church. Paul was one of 10 children born the late John J. and Julia (nee Bren) Jerabek. Mr. Jerabek was retired from Lincoln Electric, where he worked for 37 years. He was the loving father of Julia Carol (Paul) Fukuda of Tokyo, Peter Edmund (Susan) Jerabek of Northfield, Linda Alice (Vinson) Johnson of Salmon, Idaho, and Cynthia (Robert) Jerabek Henderson of Wickliffe; and grandfather and great-grandfather of many. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Alice Patterson Jerabek (nee Torbet); son, Howard William Jerabek; daughter-in-law, Hsi-Chen; and parents John J. and Julia (nee Bren) Jerabek. Memorial gifts in his memory may be made to the Life Care Fund at Breckenridge Village, 36855 Ridge Road, Willoughby, OH 44094. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Thomas M. Wallace
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Thomas M. Wallace Memorial services for Thomas M. Wallace, 94, of Hudson, will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Laurel Lake Retirement Community, 200 Laurel Lake Drive, Hudson. Mr. Wallace passed away June 24, 2008, at Greenwood Assisted Living at Laurel Lake in Hudson. Born Sept. 18, 1913, in Attleboro, Mass., he was a former resident of Lexington, Ky., Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, Pinehurst, N.C., and Longboat Key, Fla., residing in Hudson for the past 17 years. An engineering graduate of Northwestern University, he joined the General Electric Company in 1934, and retired in 1976, as general manager of the Large Lamp Department, Nela Park, in East Cleveland. He was a mason for 50 years as a member of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky. He was an avid golfer, but his passion was tennis, winning many tournaments including the 1994 Senior Doubles Championship at the Cedars Tennis Club in Longboat Key. Survivors are his sons, Thomas M. Jr. (Ellen) Wallace of Mentor and Andrew L. (Marianne) Wallace of Amelia Island, Fla.; grandchildren, Joan, Wayne, Lora, Michael, Kathleen and Thomas III; stepgrandchildren, Kelly, Tom, Patrick and Erin; and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie E.; son, James L.; parents, Thomas and Elizabeth Wallace; and grandchildren, Suzanne, William and Marjorie. Private interment services will be held at Mentor Cemetery in Mentor. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Laurel Lake Foundation, 200 Laurel Lake Drive, Hudson, OH 44236-9961. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home in Mentor.



NAME: David J. Keeling
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: David J. Keeling Services for David J. Keeling, 54, of Willoughby Hills, will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Keeling died June 28, 2008, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born Sept. 22, 1953, in Cleveland, he lived in Willoughby Hills for 30 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was very easygoing and liked to make people happy and was an avid bargain hunter. A dedicated worker, he had worked for PCC Air Foils in Cleveland for 20 years as a furnace operator, and was now working at Midwest Forge Corp. in Cleveland as an extrusion operator for over 14 years. He was the beloved husband of Lois L. Keeling (nee Adams); the loving father of Melissa D. Hampton (Russell J. Foster, fiance) of Cleveland and David J. Keeling Jr. of Kirtland; dear grandfather of Bethany M., Emma K. and Sierra A. Bruder and David J. Keeling III; son of the late William F. and Victoria G. Keeling (nee Paulin); and brother of Patricia A. Martin of Eastlake, Theresa V. Keeling of Forest City, Pa. and Ronald F. Keeling of Willowick. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Phyllis A. Balko
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Phyllis A. (Geier) Balko Graveside services for Phyllis A. (Geier) Balko, 71, of Middlefield, will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Middlefield Cemetery. (Family and friends are to meet at the cemetery.) Mrs. Balko died Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at her residence in Middlefield surrounded by her family at her side. Born May 6, 1937, in Cleveland, she had been a Geauga County resident for 37 years living in Huntsburg before moving to Middlefield. She was active with the Northview Village Community Senior Citizens and a member of Cornerstone Bible Church in Middlefield. Phyllis loved embroidery, card playing, puzzles, and garage sales, but the most important part of her life was being with her family and grandchildren. She was the loving mother of Albert S. (Rebecca) Balko Jr. of Kalamazoo, Mich., Steven A. (Terri) Balko of Middlefield, and Dorothy A. (Mike) Novotny of Middlefield; grandmother of Athens, Anna, Nick, Paul, Steven Jr., Leah, Joey, Christa and Victoria; and sister of Henry (Edith) Geier of Brookpark, Loretta (Jack) Collins of Titusville, Fla., and Mary Ann Datko of Middlefield. She was the beloved wife of the late Albert S. Balko Sr., who passed away in 1996. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Amanda; siblings, Dorothy Reith, Eleanor Karel and Jeanie Zdravecky; and brother-in-law, John Datko. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: William D. Hyder
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday June 23, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: William D. Hyder Funeral services for William D. Hyder, age 77, of Willoughby, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Hyder died Friday, June 20, 2008, at his home in Willoughby after a short battle with cancer. Born March 5, 1931, in Cleveland, he was a Lake County resident for many years, living in Painesville and Willoughby, and was formerly a longtime resident of Garfield Heights. Mr. Hyder attended services and Sunday school at Willoughby United Methodist Church. He enjoyed model trains and cars. He wrote poetry throughout his life. In his younger years, he enjoyed square dancing, bowling and golf. He had a great sense of humor and often said, "If anyone calls, them Barnaby says hello." He will be missed tremendously by all who were blessed to know him. Mr. Hyder was a retired tool and die inspector for Service Stamping Inc. of Willoughby. He was the beloved husband of 57 years to Dorothy M. Hyder (nee Estes); the loving father of J.R. Hyder of Carnegie, Okla., David Hyder of Conneaut Lake, Pa., Glenna (Jay) Wanchisn of Eastlake, Peg (Myrle) Knickerbocker of Greenville, Pa., Kathy (John, deceased) Butcheck of Willowick, Clara (John) Sapp of Mentor Headlands, Donna (Joe) Spina of Ontario, Calif. and Christy (Len) Miller of Willowick; grandfather of 26; great-grandfather of 31, with his first great great-grandchild due in January; and brother of Isabelle (Don) Seamon of Cleveland and the late Susie Oldersdorf, Clara Grote and Warren Hyder. He was the son of the late George and Lillian Hyder (nee Warren). Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Rev. Warren Campbell-Gaston of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate services. Burial in Mentor Cemetery. The family suggests donations in Mr. Hyder's name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119.



NAME: Wayne David Lechelt
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday June 11, 2008 4:00pm - 8:00pm
   
OBITUARY: Wayne D. Lechelt Memorial services for Wayne D. Lechelt, 56, of Mentor, will be 8 p.m. Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), in Mentor. Mr. Lechelt died Saturday, June 7, 2008, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born March 21, 1952, in Cleveland, he had lived in Seven Hills before moving to Lake County 19 years ago, living in Mentor. His family, especially his son and daughter, meant more to him than anything. He enjoyed spending time and playing with his family. He had a great sense of humor, loved reading about the history of just about everything, loved watching good movies, and was a very knowledgeable person about sports, movies and music. He also enjoyed fantasy baseball and time with some special close friends. He was a strong willed, hard working person, that fought a hard battle to the end. Mr. Lechelt worked as a clerk at the Wickliffe Post Office for most of his 30 years with the United States Postal System. He served as president of the American Postal Workers Union for almost 25 years. He was the beloved husband of 22 years to Jackie (nee Skelly) Lechelt; loving father of Robert W. Lechelt and Amber N. Lechelt, both at home in Mentor; and brother of Diann (Richard) Hartman of Hinckley and Kevin (Suzie Nicholas) Lechelt of Brunswick Hills. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate. Burial will be private. The family suggests contributions be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119, or in care of the family.



NAME: Thomas R. Ebert
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday June 11, 2008 4:00pm - 8:00pm
   
OBITUARY: Thomas R. Ebert Funeral services for Thomas R. Ebert, 62, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 7 p.m. Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Ebert died Friday, June 6, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Feb. 24, 1946, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for 41 years, living in Mentor and Kirtland before moving to Mentor-on-the-Lake. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving with the Navy Seabees and completing three tours of duty in Vietnam. He was a member of the Disabled American veterans (D.A.V.), meeting at the Marine Corps League Gunny's Hall in Mentor. He was also a member of the Seabees Veteran's Club. He enjoyed target practice and loved to cook. Mr. Ebert was a housing inspector/general contractor, qualified Radon inspector and house remodeler. He was also a part-time Willoughby Police Special for more than 10 years. He was the brother of Marian Lovell of Port Angeles, Wash., and Barbara (Howard) Rupnow of Mentor; brother-in-law of Esther Ebert of Amherst; uncle and great-uncle of many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews; and friend of Dennis and Sue Corbett, Patti Wachic, Tom and Sandy Nedley, Larry Guk, Ken and Laura Lupica-Seketa and Josephine Lupica. He also leaves his faithful pet and companion, Maggie. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, George and Stephanie (nee Jenkins) Ebert; and siblings, Delores Rossman, Evelyn Patterson, John Ebert and Audrey Wasik. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate. Burial will be private.



NAME: Frank Forde Allen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday May 29, 2008 from 4:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Frank Forde Allen Funeral Mass for Frank Forde Allen, 23, of Willoughby, will be noon Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Allen died Friday, May 23, 2008, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. Born Nov. 1, 1984, in Cleveland, he was a lifetime Lake County resident. Frank was a 2003 graduate of Willoughby South High School and was very active in sports, playing football and track. He was also involved in scouting with both the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. He loved cares and motorcycling, enjoyed motorcycle racing and was especially proud of his 1974 yellow Corvette. He was very involved with electronics and was always building computers. Frank was attending the University of Toledo and preparing to graduate. He was a fifth year student of electrical engineering and working with S.S.O.E. Inc. for two years in a co-op intern program. He was the beloved son of Clifton Harold and Mary Jo (nee Forde) Allen; loving brother of Lauren M. Allen of Willoughby and Clifton H. Allen Jr. of Valley City; maternal grandson of Frank and Josephine (nee Naples) Forde of Avon Lake; uncle of Isabella and Nico Allen; nephew of Anthony (Mary) Forde, D.D.S. of Brecksville, Andrew (Christine) Forde, D.D.S. of Hudson, Francine (Terrence) Burke of Avon Lake, Donald (Karen) Allen of Johnston and Helen Adam of Newton Falls; and cousin of many. He was the paternal grandson of the late Clifton H. and Doris (nee Jones) Allen; and nephew of the late Albert Adam. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Michael Troha will officiate the Mass. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Frank F. Allen Memorial Scholarship Fund at any Charter One Bank branch or in care of the funeral home.



NAME: Patrick (Pasquale) F. Trivisonno
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday May 29, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Patrick F. (Pasquale) Trivisonno Funeral Mass for Patrick F. (Pasquale) Trivisonno, 95, of Mentor, will be 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Rosary Church, 12021, Mayfield Road, Cleveland. Mr. Trivisonno died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Wickliffe Country Place in Wickliffe. Born Jan. 6, 1913, in Cleveland, he had there before moving to Lake County six years ago living in Mentor. He was a member of Plumbers Union Local 55, V.F.W. Marino Piscopo Post 5799, Little Italy Retirees, and Wickliffe Senior Citizen Center. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving with Company B 349th Infantry Regiment, 88th Division. In his leisure time, he enjoyed golf. He was the beloved husband of Virginia (nee Klish) Trivisonno; brother of Dominic Trivison; and uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was the son of the late Dominico and Maria and Dolores Trivisonno; and brother of the late Anthony Trivison, Joseph Trivisonno, Clara Potts, Elie Trivisonno, Rose Musto and Marie Trivison. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Father Philip Racco will officiate the Mass. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland.



NAME: Mary Donna Deoma
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday 05/28/2008 4:00-8:00pm
   
OBITUARY: Mary Donna Deoma Funeral Mass for Mary Donna Deoma (nee DeVeto), age 68, of Mentor, will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor, Fr. Ken Wallace officiating. Mrs. Deoma died May 25, 2008, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born Aug. 4, 1939, in Cleveland, she was a Lake County resident for six years, living in Mentor, and had previously lived in Euclid for 27 years. She was a member of St. John Vianney Church in Mentor. She loved bowling, gardening and working with her flowers, but most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Deoma was the beloved wife of Joseph M. Deoma; loving mother of Cheryl Ann (Jim) Suschak of Mentor, Mary F. Holland of Mentor and Joseph A. (Laura) Deoma of Phoenix, Ariz.; devoted grandmother of Michael and Michelle Suschak and Sarah and Matthew Deoma; daughter of the late Sam and Frances DeVeto (nee Gemelli); and sister of Vinnie (Sam, deceased) Carlo of Cleveland. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Shirley Ann (nee Bush) Weinman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday May 22, 2008 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Shirley Ann (nee Bush) Weinman Funeral services for Shirley Ann (nee Bush) Weinman, 73, of Willoughby, will be 8 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Weinman died Monday, May 19, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Jan. 11, 1935, in Euclid, she had been a Lake County resident for 47 years, living in Mentor for 45 years and Willoughby for two years. Shirley enjoyed crafts, silk flowers and making candy. She was the loving mother of J. Scott (Carrie) Weinman of Madison, Linda J. (Larry D.) Ingle of Waxhaw, N.C., and Heidi L. (David) Collins of Willoughby; grandmother of David R. Ingle, Cody A. Ingle and David J. Collins Jr.; and sister of Joanie Kirsebom of Post Falls, Idaho, Walter Bush of California and Gerald Bush of Oregon. She was the former wife of the late Arthur John Weinman; daughter of the late Maynard and Helen (nee Reith) Bush; and sister of the late Maynard Bush. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home prior to the service. Father Michael Troha will officiate. Burial will be private.



NAME: Joseph A, Felty
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday May21, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joseph A. Felty Mass of Christian Burial for Joseph A. Felty, 73, of Willowick, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 22, 2008, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 406 E. 321 St., Willowick. (Please meet at the church.) Mr. Felty died May 17, 2008, in Cleveland. He was born Oct. 21, 1934, in Detroit, Mich. He was a 1952 graduate of Cathedral Latin High School, a 1957 graduate of John Carroll University, where he received a B.S. degree in social studies, was the head varsity baseball coach at Lake Catholic for six years, and played in the final four state tournament. He was also a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Felty had worked at Lake Catholic High School since it opened as a teacher and head guidance counselor for 30 years, retiring in 2000. He previously taught at St. Joseph High School, Arch Bishop Hoban High School and Cathedral Latin High School. Being a teacher and guidance counselor for nearly 50 years, he was able to touch thousands of lives. He will be dearly missed by many, especially his family. Survivors are his wife of 47 years, Nancy L. (nee Gabriel); children, John M. (Denise) Felty of Twinsburg, Robert A. Felty of Cleveland Heights, Lisa M. (Vincent) Syroney of Medina, and Joseph E. (Jennifer) Felty of Wickliffe; grandchildren, Justin Vincent and Lauren Loretta Felty and Tyler Vincent Syroney; brother, George E. (Eleanore) Felty of Parma; sister, Henrietta L. Monreal of Euclid; and many, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Serena Hazzard; and brothers-in-law, James F. Monreal and Dr. Lawrence Hazzard Jr., M.D. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions to the Taussig Cancer Center, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106.



NAME: Dolores J. Savoca
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday 05/16/2008 3:00pm - 8:00pm
   
OBITUARY: Dolores J. (nee Nagg) Savoca Funeral services for Dolores J. (nee Nagg) Savoca, 76, of Mentor, will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, 2008, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mrs. Savoca died May 8, 2008, at Mentor Way Care Center. Born Aug. 6, 1931, in East Bethlehem, Pa., she had lived in Cleveland before moving to Mentor in 1960. She had been a resident of Mentor for the past 48 years. She was a member of St. John Vianney Women's Auxiliary and was a Mentor Senior Center volunteer. Mrs. Savoca had worked as an inspector/foreman at Bethandale Corp. (Worthington Industries), for 26 years. She had also worked at Ohio Rubber. Survivors are her children, Thomas J. Savoca of Kentucky, Rosalind Savoca, Timothy Savoca and Deborah Grisdale (Guy) of Toledo; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She also leaves former daughter-in-law, Maureen Sweeney. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Savoca; parents, Frank and Elizabeth (Weary) Nagg; sisters, Irene Danyi, Elsie Cardenas, Vilma Kovach and Maltilda Mazutis; and brothers, Alex Nagg and Frank Nagg Jr. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., Mentor. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: James R. Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday May 15, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: James R. Smith Funeral services for James R. Smith, 58, of Mentor, will be 11 a.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mr. Smith died Monday, May 12, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born May 22, 1949, in Brownsville, Pa., he had been a Lake County resident for more than 30 years living in Mentor. Jim was an avid Browns, Indians, and Cavaliers fan. He enjoyed canoeing and fishing. Mr. Smith was an engineer at Service Stampings Inc., in Willoughby. He was the fiance of Judy Walters Smith; beloved son of Mary (Bill) Elovich of Mentor; father of Timothy J. (fiancee, Christina Chabotte) Walters of Mentor; grandfather of Daisy Howard; brother of Martin J. Smith Jr. of Painesville and Mary Ann Greskovich of Bainbridge; Godfather of Martin J.; and uncle of many. He is also survived by best friends, Pat and Debbie Doptis of Eastlake. He was the beloved son of the late Martin J. Smith Jr. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Anise G. Loren
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday May 12, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Anise G. Loren Funeral Mass for Anise G. Loren (nee Groghan), 87, will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 23802 Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid. Mrs. Loren died Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Hospice House of the Western Reserve in Cleveland. Born July 14, 1920, in Cleveland, she lived there until moving to Euclid in 1993. She was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, the Irish American Club-East Side Inc. in Euclid, and a life member of the Euclid VFW Post 1056 Ladies Auxiliary. She was also a member of the National Guard Ladies Auxiliary Groups, ENGUS Auxiliary and ONGEA Auxiliary. Mrs. Loren was the beloved wife for 63 years to the late Lawrence R. Loren, (Nov. 13, 2005); loving mother of Richard F. (Sandra) Loren of Twinsburg, Lawrence P. (Heidi) Loren of Cleveland, Patricia A. (Edward) Boyd of Willoughby, Nancy I. Loren of Euclid, Mary Jo (Jon) Gurry of Euclid and Thomas A. (Joan) Loren of Cleveland; grandmother of Tracy, Pamela, Jennifer (Shane) Hoover, Megan, Adam DeLeon SJ, Margaret, Brigid and Alana Gurry and Phillip, Brian and Rebecca; and great-grandmother of Tyler Hill and Grayson and Carter Hoover. She was the daughter of the late Patrick and Irene Groghan (nee Grable) and sister of the following deceased, Florence, Paul, Patrick, Norah Osten, Nancy Snedden, Phyllis, Samuel and Mary Johnson. An infant granddaughter, Deidre Gurry, is also deceased. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119, or The Padriac Pearse Center of the Irish American Club-East Side Inc., 22770 Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid, 44123.



NAME: Jean Sterling
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday May 11, 2008 from 2:00 until 6:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Funeral Mass for Jean (Dolenc) Sterling, 82, of Willoughby Hills, will be 10 a.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Sterling died Thursday, May 8, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. She was born March 28, 1926, in Cleveland, and was a Lake County resident for more than 35 years, living in Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Sterling was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby, Maplegrove Grange, Willoughby Browning Center, and Loyal Order of Catholic Foresters. She was an avid reader and gardener. She loved being with her grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of William A. Sterling for 62 years; loving mother of Richard R. (Barbara Lynne) Sterling of Angola, Ind., Ronald L.J. (Cheryl) Sterling of Kirtland Hills, Barbara A. (Nick Shuster) Shore of Palm Harbor, Fla. and Patricia M. (Tom) Schuette of Perry; grandmother of Brenda Marie (Randy) Stoppenhagen, Ryan Andrew, Raymond Alan, Stephanie Rose, Jennifer Shore, Caroline Schuette, John Schuette and Meredith Jean Schuette; great-grandmother of Piper Lake Sterling; and sister of Emily Bullock of Greenwell Springs, La. She was the daughter of the late John and Jennie (nee Novak) Dolenc. Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Nancy Louise Neidermeyer
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No visitation will be observed
   
OBITUARY: Nancy Louise Neidermeyer Memorial services for Nancy Louise Neidermeyer (nee Cunningham), age 83, of Wickliffe, will be 1 p.m. Monday at the Highland Sixth Presbyterian Church, 5632 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights, Pastor Roger Korsten officiating. Mrs. Neidermeyer died Saturday, May 3, 2008, at The Fairways Assisted Living Center in Wickliffe following a six-year illness. She was born June 1, 1924, in Fredericksburg, Ohio. She was a member of Highland Sixth Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Neidermeyer's career included working in the Audiovisual Department and Graphic Design for the Euclid Board of Education and for the Beachwood Board of Education. She worked as an interior designer for several establishments in the Cleveland and Fort Lauderdale areas for many years and also did freelance interior design in the years before her illness. She was very active in her field and volunteered as Design Consultant in the restoration of the historic home - The Henn Mansion. She was the loving mother of Jay (Denise) Neidermeyer of Willoughby Hills and Tim (Lynn) Neidermeyer of South Russell; grandmother of Matthew Neidermeyer of Cleveland, Kim Neidermeyer of Cleveland and Jay (Joanna) Neidermeyer of Cincinnati; daughter of the late Irvin and Arabelle Cunningham, formerly of Wooster; and sister of James W. (Evelyn) Cunningham of Orville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nancy's memory may be made to Highland Sixth Presbyterian Church, 5632 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights, 44143, or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119. Arrangements entrusted to the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes, Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Joseph J. Amato
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): May 5, 2008 from 5:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joseph J. Amato Funeral Services for Joseph J. Amato, age 79, of Painesville, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., Mentor (Rte. 615, north of Rte. 2). Mr. Amato died April 29, 2008, at his residence. Born Feb. 22, 1929, in Cleveland, he lived in Mentor for 18 years before moving to Painesville nine years ago. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Mr. Amato was employed by the Frankelite Company for 25 years. He was the loving father of Charles (Rhonda) Amato of Georgia, Donald Murphy, Brian Krueger and Carrie (Christopher) Hoberg; grandfather of Elizabeth and Alex Amato, Charles "CJ", Randi, Matthew and Kori Krueger and Brandon and Nicholas Hoberg; brother of Angeline (George) Amato-Cadwallader and Madonna (George) Kingsmill; and the beloved uncle of Robert (deceased), Patricia and Mark King, Frank, Michael, Chuck, Tony and Gina Valentino; and great-uncle of Shandell, Christopher and Jessy. He was loving husband of the late Donna (nee Snow) and Ann (nee Ballard). His parents, Tony "Muzzie" and Frances (nee Loparo) Amato and sisters, Josephine (John) King and Isabelle Cast, are also deceased. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery.



NAME: Mary E. Bohn
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday May 3, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM and Sunday May 4, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mary E. (nee Nagy) Bohn Funeral Mass for Mary E. (nee Nagy) Bohn, 101, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Bohn died Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Mount Saint Joseph Nursing Facility in Euclid. Born July 4, 1906, in Brownsville, Pa., she had been a Lake County resident for 22 years living in Willoughby. She has previously lived in Mayfield Heights. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby and a former member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Gates Mills. Mrs. Mary Bohn was a very family orientated woman, loved being with her children and grandchildren, was an avid reader and loved baking, sewing and crocheting. She was the loving mother of LaVerne E. Zehe of Willoughby, Richard A. (Marcetta) Bohn of Painesville Township, Agnes M. (Oldrich) Hanvald of Windsor Township and Kenneth R. (Roberta) Bohn of Springboro; grandmother of 21; great-grandmother of 32; great-great-grandmother of eight; sister of John Nagy of Spencer; and aunt of many nieces and nephews She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond Peter Bohn, who passed away in 1986; loving mother of the late Richard Joseph Bohn; mother-in-law of the late Albert Zehe; and sister of the late Joseph Nagy, Julia Eglin and Betty Spotanski. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Michael Troha will officiate the Mass. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions be made to Mount Saint Joseph, 21800 Chardon Road, Euclid, OH 44117, or Muscular Dystrophy, 7530 Lucerne Drive, Suite 210, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130.



NAME: Marguerite A. Berge
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday April 27, 2008 from 3:30 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Marguerite A. Berge Marguerite A. Berge, 80, of Willoughby and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., died April 23, 2008. She was born July 19, 1927, in Cleveland. She graduated from Willoughby Union High in 1945 and Vassar College in 1949. Mrs. Berge was active in Willoughby and Lake County for many years. She is a former President of the American Association of University Women and her local Parent Teacher Association, as well as a long-standing member of Pine Ridge Country Club in Wickliffe. "Marge" also enjoyed her many friends in and around Willoughby and Fort Lauderdale. She was highly involved with the West End YMCA Garden Club, Lake County Historical Society and the Fine Arts Association. Amongst her most prized accomplishments were the two hole-in-ones she recorded during her golfing years at Pine Ridge and in Florida. She also was an avid reader and loved to cook. Mrs. Berge enjoyed playing bridge and dancing the polka as a member of the Later-Than-You-Think Dance Club. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Carl V. Berge of Willoughby and Ft. Lauderdale. She is also survived by her brother, Conrad "Bud" Gilkison of Avon; daughter, Susan L. Hanna of Concord Township; and son, Scott C. (Cathy) Hanna of Willoughby Hills and Willoughby. Her grandsons, Andrew C. and Marcus W. Hanna also survive her. Family and friends may call from 3:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert D. Schuler of Trinity Lutheran Church in Willoughby will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to The Lake County Historical Society, 8610 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060, or the Willoughby West End YMCA Garden Club, 37100 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Justin John Murphy
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday April27, 2008 from 3:00 until 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Justin John Murphy Funeral Mass for Justin John Murphy, 68, of Sarasota, Fla., will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Gabriel Church, 9935 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township. Mr. Murphy died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Fla. Born May 6, 1939, in Cleveland, he had been a lifetime resident of Lake County living in Cleveland. Justin Murphy was a civil engineer, working for many years with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) before his retirement. In his leisure time, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was the loving father of Christopher C. (Amy) Murphy of Cleveland, Patricia A. (Greg) Soltis of Concord Township, Joanne (John) Smithburger of Sarasota, Fla., and John Murphy of Akron; grandfather of Heidi, Danny, Donna, Laura, Samantha, Matthew and Andrew; brother of Pauline (Dave) Henderson of Sagamore Hills, Fran (John) Zadel of Ormond Beach, Fla., Clement "Buzz" (Jean) Murphy of Walton Hills, Elie Murphy of Solon, Ann (Pete) Shahan of Bradenton, Fla., and Patricia (Jerome) Tyler of Slidell, La.; and brother-in-law of Jacqueline Murphy of Richmond Heights and Shirley Murphy of Solon. He was preceded in death by his former wife, Joanne (nee Sykora) Murphy; siblings, Vincent Murphy, Edward Murphy and Gerald Murphy; and sister-in-law, Emma Lou Murphy. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Cleveland. The family suggests contributions in his name be made to the American Lung Association, 6100 Rockside Woods Blvd., Suite 260, Independence, OH 44131.



NAME: Myrtle Ann Buckles
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday April 25, 2008 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Myrtle Ann Buckles Funeral services for Myrtle Ann Buckles, 51, of Wickliffe, will be 1 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Miss Buckles died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Kindred Hospital in Cleveland. Born July 20, 1956, in Cleveland, she had been a Lake County resident for the past 20 years, living in Mentor before moving to Wickliffe. She was the loving sister of Margaret O. (George) Craggs of Mentor, Frema L. (Michael) Fine of Elizabethton, Tenn., and Ward Buckles II of Euclid; aunt of 12 nieces and nephews; great-aunt of 13 nieces and nephews; sister-in-law of Gary Gunnoe of Mentor; and dear friend of Bill and Maureen Fike in Mentor. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ward and Inez (Taylor-Moore) Buckles; and loving sister of the late Sharon D. Gunnoe. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home prior to the service. Pastor Ted Tate of Painesville Church of the Brethren will officiate. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family suggests contributions in her name be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Shannon K. Cassell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday April 21, 2008
   
OBITUARY: Shannon K. Cassell Funeral services for Shannon K. Cassell (nee Curtis), 65, of Mentor, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Rt. 615, north of Rt. 2), Mentor. Mrs. Cassell died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Aug. 22, 1942, in Lenoir, N.C., she was a Lake County resident for the majority of her life, living in Willowick and Mentor. In her leisure time, she enjoyed fishing and working in her yard with her flowers and gardening. Mrs. Cassell worked as a machinist at Clevite/Gould and T.R.W. She was retired. She was the beloved wife of William J. Cassell; loving mother of Glenn Jester of West Virginia; daughter of the late Alfred L. and Hazel Curtis (nee Treadway); and sister of Wayne Curtis (deceased) and Alan K. (Gail) Curtis of Willowick. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and she was very fond of her dogs, "Benji" and "Rusty". Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert Gaston will officiate services. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in her name be made to The Animal Protective League, 1729 Willey Ave., Cleveland, 44113.



NAME: Katherine M. Sutkow
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby.
   
OBITUARY: Katherine M. Sutkow Katherine Mary Sutkow died peacefully on April 18, 2008, at her home in Breckenridge Village. She was 87 years old. Born March 20, 1921, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the third daughter of Katherine and Michael Sutkowy. She graduated from John Adams High School in 1939, then becoming one of the first women in the Cleveland Police Department Women's Bureau to attend the Police Academy. She finished first in her Academy class in 1949. She served on uniform and plain clothes duty and spent the last half of her career with the Cleveland Police working in the office of the Chief of Police. She received recognition for her service and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. Ms. Sutkow retired from the Cleveland Police Department in 1978 and immediately joined the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Dept. She retired once again in 1997, completing more than 48 years in law enforcement. Katherine was an avid golfer and held a number of offices in her golf league. She also participated in a number of bowling leagues. She traveled throughout the United States, Central America, Europe and the Middle East. She is survived by her sister, Helen Lonchar of Willoughby; her nephew, William M. (Sandra) Lonchar of Atlanta, Ga.; her nieces, Beverly Guella Toomey of Frankfort, Mich., Noreen Guella Saywell of Mentor and Michelle Guella (Michael) Tobin of Leroy. She also leaves 11 great and great-great nieces and nephews and numerous friends and business associates. Her parents and sister, Frances Guella predeceased her, as have her two brothers-in-law, Fred J. Guella and William F. Lonchar. Family and friends are invited to gather for Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests donations in her name to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44106. Arrangements are entrusted to the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes, Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Marion C. Ryan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday April 21, 2008 Noon until 1:00 pm
   
OBITUARY: Marion C. Ryan Funeral service for Marion C. Ryan (nee Stillisano), 88, a lifelong Willoughby resident, will be 1 p.m. Monday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Ryan died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at her home in Willoughby. She was born Jan. 22, 1920, in Willoughby. Mom loved her tomato garden, flowers, crocheting and watching the kids play. She loved being with her nephew, Frank "Bugs" and his wife, Dolores. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Joseph Ryan, who died in 1993; loving mother of Michael Joseph (Shirley) Ryan Jr. of Painesville Township and Patricia M. (Alan) Janowicz of Willoughby; cherished grandmother of Brian Allen (Dawn) Ryan, Mark Allen (Danielle) Ryan and Melinda (Joseph) Klak; great-grandmother of Brandon A. Ryan, Logan Michael Ryan, Christian Knight and Kylie Knight; daughter of the late Frank and Mary Stillisano (nee Cuda); sister of Angelo (Dotty) Stillisano of Willoughby, Tommy (Vera) Stillisano of Redland, Calif., Carmen Stillisano, Frank Stillisano II, Rocky Stillisano, Pat Stillisano, Carrie Douglas and Francie Williams; and sister-in-law of Theresa Brennan of Tampa, Fla., James (Shirley) Ryan of Wooster, Ohio and the late Jack Ryan. The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery.



NAME: Carol E. Ferman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday, April 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
   
OBITUARY: Carol E. Ferman, age 62, of Mason, Ohio, formerly of Willoughby, died at home 1:40 p.m., April 17, 2008. She was born October 2, 1945, in Dayton, to Laverne and George Smith. Carol is survived by her mother, Laverne, 92, who is in a nursing facility in Enon, Ohio, her husband John and two daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah and Aaron Godwin with grandson Noah of Kirtland and Deanna and Christian Hamm of North Olmsted. She has two brothers, George Smith and Bob Smith of Aurora, Ohio. Carol graduated from Shawnee High School of Springfield, 1963 and received her Bachelor and Masters degree in Guidance and Counseling from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, in 1968. She was a librarian at Norwood High School and later a guidance counselor at Hopkins Elementary School in Mentor. Carol was a licensed social worker for the Catholic Services Bureau in Painesville. In the early 1980's she was the first Director and organizer for the Lake County Crisis Hot Line. She developed and managed this volunteer program providing resources for training and 24/7 coverage of this critical community service. Carol and her husband John were married for 41 years and were very active in the Greater Cleveland Marriage Encounter Program. They assisted encountered couples by helping them form monthly ME "circle" groups. After moving to Mason, Ohio, they became members of St. Susanna Parish but still remained active in the Willoughby area to be with their children. Her most recent favorite pastime has been doting on her 15 month old grandson, Noah. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, at 12 noon on Monday, April 21. Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Piqua, Ohio at 2 p.m. on April 22. Calling hours will be Sunday, April 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the McMahon-Coyne Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, Ohio. Contributions may be made in care of the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org



NAME: Michael F. Reilly
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday April11, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Michael F. Reilly Funeral Mass for Michael F. Reilly, 65, a longtime resident of Euclid, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Felicitas Church, 140 Richmond Road, Euclid. Mr. Reilly died April 7, 2008, at his residence in Euclid. He was born July 1, 1942, in Cleveland. He was a member of St. Felicitas Church in Euclid. He enjoyed playing Bocce at St. Felicitas and served as President of the International Bocce Association and Grand Master of the Ohio State Pinochle Association. He was also a former CYO coach and was a referee for the Ohio High School Volleyball Association. Mr. Reilly was a very active member of the Irish American Club East Side Inc., in charge of the pinochle league at the club and served as a judge for the many Chili Cook Offs at the club. He was a graduate of St. Aloysius Grade School in Cleveland, a 1960 graduate of St. Ignatius High School and a graduate of Kent State University. He was the beloved husband of 33 years to Patricia A. (nee Nemeth) Reilly; loving father of Michael J. (Jennifer) Reilly of Euclid and John P. Reilly of Euclid; grandfather of Genevieve Grace and Caileigh Quinn; and cherished brother of Maureen M. Maguire of Wickliffe, James (Elaine) Reilly of Mentor and Thomas (Sheila) Reilly of Eastlake. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He was the loving son of the late Michael and Mary (nee Kerrigan) Reilly; and cherished brother-in-law of the late Philip Maguire. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be private.



NAME: Robert A. Priester
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday April 10, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Robert A. Priester Funeral Mass for Robert A. Priester, 84, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Priester died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Kemper House in Mentor. Born Aug. 10, 1923, in McKeesport, Pa., he had been a Lake County resident for the past 48 years living in Willoughby. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby, Holy Name Society of the church, a church usher, and member of the 50 Plus Club of the church. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and member of American Legion Palmer-Roberts Post 214 in Willoughby. In his leisure time, he enjoyed gardening. He was the beloved husband of 47 years to Mary L. (nee Surgala) Priester; loving father of Robert E. Priester of Painesville and James M. (Lorianne) Priester of Mentor; grandfather of Catherine E. and Jennifer M.; great-grandfather of Braden; and brother of Eleanor Wardrop of Fairlawn, N.J., Gloria (Paul) Unger of Pinellas Park, Fla., and Arthur (Leoda) Priester of Seminole, Fla. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (nee Kapczynski) Priester; brother of the late Leona Priester and Gertrude Priester; and brother-in-law of the late Edward Wardrop. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Father Francis Curran Endowment Fund, C/O Immaculate Conception Church.



NAME: Margaret Jane Showalter
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday April 9, 2008 from 1:00 until 3:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Margaret Jane (nee Abeel) Showalter Funeral services Margaret Jane (nee Abeel) Showalter, 84, of Cleveland, will be 10 a.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Showalter died Sunday, April 6, 2008, Huron Road Hospital in East Cleveland. Born Sept. 22, 1923, in Canandaigua, N.Y., she had been a Cuyahoga County resident for the past 73 years, living in Cleveland. She was a member of the Loyal Order of Foresters and the Toasty Toes (U.S.O.). She was a world traveler, an avid bowler, liked to play cards and was very proud to be able to cherish the memory that she was baptized in the Jordan River. Mrs. Showalter was inspector working for T.R.W. She was the loving mother of John Charles (Marilyn) Showalter of Cleveland, and James Robert Showalter of Fairfax, Va.; mother-in-law of Paul Griffin of Willoughby and Linus Hearty of Chapeau, Quebec, Canada; grandmother of 15; great-grandmother of 13; great-great-grandmother of three; and sister-in-law of Geraldine Abeel of Turlock, Calif. She also leaves many nieces and nephews who were all treated as if they were her own children. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Robert Showalter; loving mother of the late June Ellen Griffin and Judy Ann Hearty; and sister of the late John Abeel. Friends may call from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate the service. Burial will be in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. The family suggests contributions in her name be made to the Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Clarence Bud Lucas
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday March 28 4pm - 8pm
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Clarence "Bud" Lucas, 88, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Clarence "Bud" Lucas Funeral services for Clarence "Bud" Lucas, 88, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mr. Lucas died March 25, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Oct. 16, 1919, in Cleveland, he had lived there before moving to Mentor-on-the-Lake 18 years ago. He was a former usher at St. Jerome Church, Past Commander of V.F.W. Post 2926 and was a highly decorated World War II U.S. Army veteran. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed bowling. Mr. Lucas worked at Republic Steel for more 35 years and for The Gospel Workers Society until his retirement. Survivors are his wife, Jean (nee Pintarich); son, Thomas of Florida; daughter, Diane of Cleveland Heights; granddaughter, Jessica; great-grandson, Derek of Florida; and niece, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, James; daughter, Jeanne; and sisters, Elsie and Wilma. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Jack D. "Donny" Eller
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday March 30 2pm - 6pm
   
OBITUARY: Graveside services for Jack D. "Donny" Eller Jr., 51, of Painesville Township, will be 2 p.m. Monday at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Jack D. "Donny" Eller Jr. Graveside services for Jack D. "Donny" Eller Jr., 51, of Painesville Township, will be 2 p.m. Monday at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mr. Eller died Friday, March 28, 2008, in Leroy Township. Born Jan. 1, 1957, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 25 years. He was on the Advisory Board of Laketran. He was also active in the Consumer Advocacy Group in the Willoughby Workshop. He loved camping, was a huge wrestling fan, enjoyed all music, especially country music, collected crisp bills of money, but most of all loved his family. Who ever Jack came in contact with, "He touched their heart." He was the beloved son of Jack D. and Rita (nee Madam) Eller of Willowick; loving brother of David M. (Denise) Eller of Cleveland and Deborah R. Gulko of Painesville Township; cherished uncle of Dayna R. Gulko, Bethany R. Gulko, Ashley L. Gulko and Deanna M. Eller; and many many friends. Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in his name to The Highbrook Lodge, University Circle, 1909 E. 101 St., Cleveland, OH 44106, or Deepwood Industries, Willoughby Workshop, 2100 Joseph Lloyd Parkway, Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Nancy Lee (nee Williams) Wallace
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Service 12:30 pm Saturday March 22
   
OBITUARY: Celebration of Life services for Nancy Lee (nee Williams) Wallace, 75, of Ardmore, Okla., will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Nancy Lee (nee Williams) Wallace Celebration of Life services for Nancy Lee (nee Williams) Wallace, 75, of Ardmore, Okla., will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mrs. Wallace died Thursday, March 6, 2008, at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Ardmore, Okla. Born Jan. 13, 1933, in Anthony, Kan., she was a former resident of Lake County living in Mentor-on-the-Lake. She had lived in Ardmore for the past two and a half years. While in Ohio, she and her husband enjoyed spending time on Lake Erie in their boat. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was dearly loved by many friends and family and will be missed. She also had her two dogs that were her life and she dearly loved Chili and Bitsy. She was the loving mother of Starry Ricke of Ardmore, Okla, Richard (Janette) Wallace Jr., of Ashtabula, James Wallace of Youngstown and Kenneth (Michelle) Wallace of Eastlake; grandmother of Christina (George) Gillie, Jessica Wallace, Brian Wallace, James (Jamie) Wells, Michelle Brown and Shiloh Burris; great-grandmother of Ciara Seager, Morgan Gillie, Jake Cline, Jeffrey Cline, Austin Cline, Ashley Brown, Joe Brown, Jordon Brown, Destanie Cline, Brianna Martin, Trae Martin, Nathyn Burris, Brandy Redmon and Casey Redmon; and sister of Benita (George) Martin of Clovis, N. M. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years, Richard Wallace; son, Robert Ricke; two great-grandchildren, Steven Wells and Christina Wells; and parents, Benjamin A. and Della Ione Coonrod Williams. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be private.



NAME: Toth Marie (Schneider) Toth
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday March 24
   
OBITUARY: Mass of Christian Burial for Rose Marie (Schneider) Toth, age 88, of Sheffield Township, formerly of Maple Heights, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor, with burial to follow at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield. Rose Marie (Schneider) Toth Mass of Christian Burial for Rose Marie (Schneider) Toth, age 88, of Sheffield Township, formerly of Maple Heights, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor, with burial to follow at Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield. A memorial Mass will be held at noon Saturday, April 5, 2008, at St. Andrew Church, 3700 State Route 193, Kingsville. Mrs. Toth died Monday, March 17, 2008. Mrs. Toth was the former secretary record for the IBEW Local 38 Retirees Club and a member of the Maple Heights Democratic Club. Survivors are her husband, Ernest; daughter, Peggy A. Bockhoff of Mentor; sons, Ronald (wife, Barbara) of Maple Heights and Michael (wife, Judy) of Sheffield Township; former daughter-in-law, Jenny Toth; grandchildren, Brian, Allan, Corey, Jason, Jeremy, Josh, Gina and Tom; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Bob Bockhoff; and sister, Helen Page. Friends will be received Monday, March 24, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., Mentor, where a prayer service will be held Tuesday at 10:15 p.m. The family request memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.



NAME: Ronald James Dodaro
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday March 24
   
OBITUARY: Funeral services for Ronald James Dodaro, age 66, of Mentor, will 1 p.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Ronald James Dodaro Funeral services for Ronald James Dodaro, age 66, of Mentor, will 1 p.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mr. Dodaro died Friday, March 21, 2008, at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born Jan. 7, 1942, in Cleveland. Ron enjoyed cooking, playing cards and camping. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family. He retired from Cleveland Public Power as a chief operator. He was the beloved husband of Ellen Jean Dodaro (nee Preto); loving father of Richard (Tarlyn) Dodaro of Perry, Ronald (Kim) Dodaro of Mentor and Shellie (Jim) Puglia of Eastlake; grandfather of Samantha Puglia of Eastlake; son of the late Carl and Adeline Dodaro (nee Brooks); and brother of Robert (Joanne) Dodaro of Medina, Carl (Wendy) Dodaro of Willoughby, Albert (Patti) Dodaro of Eastlake, Edward (Jean) Dodaro of Mentor, Ruthi (Jim) Maddi of Cincinnati and Denise (Tom) Greenaway of Willoughby. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Fr. Ken Wallace of St. John Vianney Church will officiate services. Burial will be private. The family suggests contributions in his name to the Dodaro family or to the United Leukodystrophy Foundation Inc., 2304 Highland Dr., Sycamore, Ill. 60178-9970.



NAME: Theresa M. (Dimberio) Hupertz
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday March 18, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM and Wednesday March 19, 2008 from 10:00 AM until Noon
   
OBITUARY: Theresa M. (Dimberio) Hupertz Services for Theresa M. (Dimberio) Hupertz, 87, of Willoughby Hills, will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Noel Church, 35200 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. Mrs. Hupertz died March 16, 2008, at her residence. Born Oct. 16, 1920, in Cleveland, she was a former resident of Euclid for 36 years before moving to Willoughby Hills eight years ago. She was a member of St. Felicitas Church. Mrs. Hupertz was an assembly technician for 15 years at Picker X-Ray. Survivors are her son, Lawrence R. (Vera) Hupertz of Willoughby Hills; grandchildren, Alexandra and Monica Hupertz; sister, Angela Matteo. She was an aunt and great-aunt of many. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence A. Hupertz; parents, Dominico and Caroline (Iafalice) Dimberio; brothers, Joseph, Phillip, Nick Dimberio; and sisters, Rose DeCamillo, Elizabeth Carter, Carmella DeGirolamo. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119, or to Alzheimers Association, Cleveland Chapter, P.O. Box 74924, Cleveland, OH 44194-4924.



NAME: Mary Margaret (Morgan) Ludway
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday March 19, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mary Margaret (Morgan) Ludway Funeral Liturgy outside of Mass for Mary Margaret (Morgan) Ludway, 88, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Ludway died Monday, March 17, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby of complications of Parkinson's. Born March 5, 1920, in Willoughby, had was a lifetime resident of Lake County living in Willoughby. Even though she was the only daughter of James F. Morgan, founder of James F. Morgan & Sons Realty, when asked about his family, he would say he had six sons and each one has a sister. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby, where she was a member and Past President of the Ladies Court of Mary, and a member of Legion of Mary, The Avillas and The Concept, the parish newspaper. She was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Isabella Guild and the Ancient Order of Hibernians, where she was a Past President. Mrs. Ludway attended Immaculate Conception School, was an honorary alumni of Andrews School for Girls majoring in clothing and a 1938-1939 graduate of Willoughby Union High. In her leisure time, she enjoyed reading biographies, playing cards, ballroom dancing and spending time with family and friends. Mrs. Ludway was a former Bell Telephone operator and worked at several retail stores before retiring from Sears catalog telephone sales. She was the beloved wife of John F. Ludway (just one month shy of 64 years); loving mother of James F. Ludway of North Miami, Fla., John D. (Rosemary) Ludway of Cleveland Heights, Linda L. DeBoer of Madison and Mary Lou (James) Pearson of Eastlake; grandmother of nine; great-grandmother of eight; sister of Joseph C. (Bernadette) Morgan of Willoughby and Franklin D. (Maureen) Morgan of Albany; and sister-in-law of Eileen Morgan of Willoughby and Joan Morgan of Akron. She was the daughter of the late James F. and Lena (nee Heaverly) Morgan; great-grandmother of the late Clayton Quinn; sister of the late Frederick F. Morgan, William H. Morgan, James P. Morgan and Charles E. Morgan; and sister-in-law of the late Dorothy Morgan. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery. She will be buried a good stone's throw from the house where she grew up to adulthood, the last house on West Spaulding next to Willoughby Cemetery.



NAME: William Hinton
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday March 15, 2008 from 1:00 until 4:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: William Hinton Funeral services for William Hinton, 87, of Richmond Heights, will be 2 p.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Hinton died Monday, March 10, 2008, at Richmond Heights General Hospital in Richmond Heights. Born Oct. 10, 1920, in Mississippi, he had lived in East Cleveland before moving to Richmond Heights 12 years ago. He was the loving father of Tico Jean (Anthony) Miley of Clyde Park, Mont., William Hinton Jr., Wallace Hinton and Samuel Hinton; grandfather of Sonja, Otis, Eric, Gabriel, Raphael, Rhonda, Ebony, Carmen, Laquise and Stephanie; and great-grandfather of Tyree, Ricky, Brittney, Deante, Ryan, Marcus, Otis III, Erica Marie Tico, Tatiana, Marquisha, Charnisha, Lianna, T'Airra, Brian, Tyree K., Kayla, Frank Jr., Alaysia, Isaiah, Destiny, Jessica and Michael. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean Doris (nee Smith) Hinton in 1998. Friends may call from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Entombment will be in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Heights.



NAME: Elizabeth M. (Bauer) Zontini
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday March 13, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Elizabeth M. (nee Bauer) Zontini Funeral Mass for Elizabeth M. (nee Bauer) Zontini, 90, of Mentor, will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mrs. Zontini died Sunday, March 9, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born May 27, 1917, in Cleveland, she had lived in Euclid for 58 years before moving to Lake County four years ago. She was a former member of St. Paul's Church in Euclid, where she was a member of the Ladies Alter and Rosary Society of the church. She was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Isabella Guild. She enjoyed sports, bowling, loved golf, and especially loved her family gatherings. She was very active with the Villa Angela and St. Joseph High Schools Booster Clubs. She was the loving mother of Betty Lou (Pat) Cost of Mentor, Patty (Chuck) Boros of Strongsville, L. Roger (Betsy) Zontini of Madison and Mike (Candy) Zontini of Eastlake; grandmother of Mike (Jackie) Cost, Tim (Erin) Cost, David Cost, Theresa (Mike) Fornick, Jimmy Cost, Cyndi (Gregg) Rechner, Lisa (Sean) Wolanan, Chuck (April) Boros, Steve (Jennifer) Boros, Christy Zontini, Dina Zontini, Dawn Zontini, Tony (Jennifer) Zontini, Katie Zontini, Kirstie Zontini, and Chloe Zontini; great-grandmother of 21; and great-great-grandmother of one. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis R. Zontini, who passed away in 1986; and sister of the late Georgianna Cass. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Father Tom Johns will officiate the Mass. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Harold William Cottrell
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No calling will be obsereved
   
OBITUARY: Harold William Cottrell Graveside services for Harold William Cottrell will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 21, 2008, at Whitehaven Memorial Chapel, 615 SOM Center Road, Mayfield. Harold passed out of this life March 8, 2008, at the age of 86, with his family near his side. The son of Wilford and Iva Mae Cottrell of Montezuma, Ind., Harold joined the Civil Conservation Corp to help support the family. He then moved to Cleveland and was employed at Murray Ohio Manufacturing, before joining the U.S. Army during World War II, where he served with I Company, 319th Infantry, 80th Division, 3rd Army. He served his country in combat as a Squad Leader and as Platoon Sergeant from D-Day through the Battle of the Bulge. He received two purple Hearts and The Bronze Star for valor. Harold was proud to have received a Pin of Recognition from Hospice Veterans Partnership of Ohio, sponsored by VFW Ohio Charities in Support of Veterans for service to our country. He was very proud of his service to his country and was a member of the VFW, American Legion and a life member of Disabled American Veterans. After the war, he returned to work at Murray Ohio until they shut down operations in Ohio. He also worked for the City of Mentor, from which he retired. He started with the service department at the City of Mentor and worked in the engineering department until his retirement. He was instrumental in getting the city employees wage increases. Mr. Cottrell played singe "A" baseball as a first baseman and loved watching the Cleveland Indians and Atlanta Braves baseball teams. He also loved to watch the Cleveland Browns and was a lifelong fan of both sports. Harold is survived by his wife, Fredonna (Rose, Stroop) Cottrell of 48 years; daughters, Rose M. (John) Ruff and Joyce Wallace; son Thomas (Nancy) Stroop; brother, Jack (Rosetta) Cottrell; daughter-in-law, Mary Jo Cottrell; and grandchildren, John Jr. (Christina) Cottrell, William (Kimberly) Zone, Stephanie Paciulli, and Sarah and Greg Stroop. He is additionally survived by six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Kathryn (Merritt) Cottrell; sons, John H. and Chris Allen Cottrell; parents, Wilford and Iva Mae Cottrell; brothers, Jesse and Bob; sister, Maxine; and grandson, Herman. Harold proclaimed his faith in Jesus Christ and was ministered to by Pastor Steve Sawczak of Chester Christian Center A/G. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor.



NAME: John F. Stiffler
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No Visitation will be observed
   
OBITUARY: John F. Stiffler Private family services were held for John F. Stiffler, 89, of Euclid. Mr. Stiffler died Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at Golden Living Center of Western Reserve in Kirtland. Born Aug. 2, 1918, in Coalport, Pa., he had been a Lake County resident for more than 50 years, living in Eastlake and Willoughby prior to Euclid. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. In his leisure time, he enjoyed golf (having a hole-in-one), gardening, camping, loved animals, and working with his hands. He built his own home in Eastlake. He had a great sense of humor and was known as "one of the funniest people you would ever meet." He was the best Dad in the world, being gentle, loving and caring. He loved his daughters so much. Mr. Stiffler was a retired U.S. Postal carrier from the Willoughby Post Office, where he worked for more than 20 years, retiring in 1984. He was the loving father of Patricia M. (Kenneth) Moore of Blytheville, Ark., Jacqueline J. (Dennis) Atkin of Portland, Ore., and Barbara J. (Stephen) Solema of Euclid; grandfather of 12; stepgrandfather of one; great-grandfather of 16; and stepgreat-grandfather of four. He is also survived by his good friend, Richard Bell. He was the beloved husband of the late Helen G. (nee Poludnikiewicz) Stiffler. He was preceded in death by two infant siblings. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor. Donations in his name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Cleveland Area Chapter, P.O. Box 74924, Cleveland, OH 44194-4924.



NAME: Eileen F. Virant
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No Visitation will be observed
   
OBITUARY: Eileen F. (nee Martin) Virant Private family services were held for Eileen F. (nee Martin) Virant, 77, of Willowick. Mrs. Virant passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born Sept. 1, 1930, in Cleveland, she had been a lifetime resident of Lake County living in Willoughby before moving to Willowick. She was the beloved wife of Ernest John Virant; loving mother of Thomas J. (Joanne) Virant of Streetsboro, Dennis J. (Kathy) Virant of Mentor, Dale R. Virant of Willowick, and David A. (Kathy) Virant of Willowick; grandmother of Brian, Kimberly, Ashley, Kaitlin and David Jr.; and sister of Bob Martin of Huber Heights. She was the dear daughter of the late Carl A. and Helin (nee Ross) Martin; and sister of the late Carl Martin. Arrangements are being handled by McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Joseph A. Whelan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday March 4, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joseph A. Whelan A Funeral Mass for Joseph A. Whelan, age 79, of Huron, a long time Lake County resident, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 E. 321st St., Willowick. Mr. Whelan died Saturday, March 1, 2008, at his residence in Huron. Born Oct. 3, 1928, in East Cleveland, he lived in Lake County for most of his life, living in Willowick and Painesville, prior to moving to Huron a short time ago. He was a World War II U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, serving with the 101st Airborne; and was a member of Willoughby V.F.W. Post 1500 and American Legion Post 678 of Willowick. Mr. Whelan loved sports and was an avid golfer. He became a teaching golf professional after retiring from the Cleveland Plain Dealer where he was a district manager. He gave golf lessons at Lost Nation Golf Course and Bobick's Pro Shop, both in Willoughby. He also worked at Lake Erie College in Painesville where he helped out at the Equestrian Center, taking students back and forth from the school to the center. "He was a kind, gentle and patient man." He was the loving husband of Jane E. Whelan (nee Taylor-Molder) and the late Jean Whelan (nee McAuliffe); loving father of Joseph (Janet) Whelan and Jack Whelan, both of Perrysburg, Mary Kay (Vic) Matteucci of Mentor, Kelly Whelan of Wickliffe, Brock (Cindy) Rimmelin of Perrysburg and the late James Whelan; grandfather of 11; brother of Mary (John) Vidmar of Highland Heights, Geraldine Kanter of Beachwood and the late Jacqueline Whelan. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and was fondly thought of and highly respected by his wife, Jane's entire family. His parents, John and Marie Whelan (nee Griffiths) and brother-in-law, Marv Kanter, are deceased. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. The family suggests contributions to the Stein Hospice Service, 1200 Sycamore Lane, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870.



NAME: Joan Eileen (Murphy) Cavanaugh
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday March 3, 2008 from 6:00 until 9:00 PM Tuesday March 4, 2008 from 1:00 until 3:00 and 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joan Eileen (Murphy) Cavanaugh Funeral Mass for Joan Eileen (Murphy) Cavanaugh, 71, of Aurora, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 342 S. Chillicothe Road, Aurora. Mrs. Cavanaugh died Feb. 29, 2008, at the Cleveland Clinic. Born Nov. 6, 1936, in Cleveland, she lived in Aurora for 36 years and had previously lived in South Euclid. She was a 1955 graduate of Sacred Heart Academy in East Cleveland and a 1961 graduate of the University of Dayton. She was also granted a lifetime membership to the Ladies Acient Order of Hibernians that was presented by the National Board of the Ladies Acient Order of Hibernians, which is the highest honor a Lady Hibernian can receive, was a past state president of the Ladies Order of Hibernians, served as treasurer of the Greater Cleveland Feis Society and as administrative manager of The Murphy Irish Arts Center. She was a member of the Irish American Club - East Side, Inc., the West Side Irish American Club, a delegate to the United Irish Society, a member and past president of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, a member of Holy Family School Grandparents Club in Stow and a Cleveland Cultural Garden Federation delegate. Mrs. Cavanaugh was honored as Irish Mother of the Year in 2006 and as Hibernian of the Year in 1989. She was the beloved wife of James Dermot Cavanaugh; loving mother of Maureen Ann Cavanaugh of Hudson and James Thomas (Kelly Ann) Cavanaugh of Silver Lake; cherished grandmother of Sean Michael and Kevin Padraic; and dear sister of Sheila Murphy (Robert) Crawford of Mayfield Heights and sister-in-law of Mary Jane Murphy of Parma and Clark Bamrick of New Jersey. Her brother, Oliver Edward Murphy and sister, Maureen Ann Bamrick, are deceased. Friends may call 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Steinbauer Kindrich McHugh Funeral Home Inc., 33375 Bainbridge Road, Solon. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Ohio Division Inc., North Region, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44106



NAME: Edward C. Eckel
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday February 28, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Edward C. Eckel Funeral services for Edward C. Eckel, 69, of Aurora, will be 10 a.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Eckel died Feb. 23, 2008. His 42 year career in education included Principal of Oak Hills High School, Executive Director of Admissions at the College of Mount S. Joseph in Cincinnati, and many honorary awards. He was the beloved husband of Shauna Sullivan Eckel; devoted brother of Robert (Margaret) Eckel M.D.; and esteemed uncle of 10 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Harold and Ruth Eckel. Family and friends will gather to remember Ed from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. It is the family's wish that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Cleveland Clinic, P.O. Box 931517, Cleveland, OH 44193-1655.



NAME: Ludwig J. Oden
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday February 28, 2008 from 5:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Ludwig J. Oden Funeral services for Ludwig J. Oden, 92, of Willowick, will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Willowick. Mr. Oden died Feb. 25, 2008, at Euclid Hospital. Born Dec. 3, 1915, in Cleveland, he had lived there before moving to Willowick 60 years ago. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He loved spending time with his family. His hobbies included golf, sports, dancing, gardening and furniture refinishing. Mr. Oden worked as a machinist for Conrail for 40 years. Prior to that, he worked as a cement refinisher at Cleveland Cement and Seven Hills Cement. Survivors are his dear children, Lori (Frank) Pietravoia of Euclid and Darcy (John) Erickson of Concord Township; grandchildren, Nicolas (Meghan) and Elyse Pietravoia, and Sarah and Joe Erickson; and siblings, Carrie Bechemer of California and Andrew Oden of Cleveland. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Justine (Raspberger); and siblings, Josephine DeRubertus, Sue Vitantonio, Freda Hatton and Gloria Burrows. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Jeanne E. McGurer (Pell)
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday February 25, 2008 from Noon until 1:30 PM
   
OBITUARY: Jeanne E. (Pell) McGurer Funeral services for Jeanne E. (Pell) McGurer, 89, of Willoughby Hills, will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. McGurer died Feb. 20, 2008, at Fairmount Health Center. She was born March 17, 1918, in Cleveland. She was a founding member of Willoughby Hills United Church, a member of the Lake County Yacht Club, a hospital volunteer at LakeWest Hospital, Girl Scout leader, a 4-H leader, and avid golfer and a Cleveland Indians Baseball fan. Mrs. McGurer worked in Higbee's security and as a construction company bookkeeper. Survivors are her children, Dennis S. (Linda) of Illinois, Lance E. of Willoughby, Patricia E. (William) Kavalecz of Willoughby Hills and Christine L. (Jim Proto) Ditto of Willoughby; grandchildren, Andrew (Mindy) McGurer of Connecticut, Ellen (Michael) Grimes of Michigan, Peter (Natalie) Kavalecz of Mentor, Ryan (Courtney) McGurer of Bay Village, Bryan (Michele) Kavalecz of Monroe Falls, Janelle (Peter) Schiecke of New York, and Heather Bright of Willoughby; great-grandchildren, Michael, Mark and Hope Grimes, Alyssa and Cameron McGurer, Tyler and Spencer Kavalecz and Taylor Bright; and brothers, Charles (Ann) Pell and Kenneth Pell. Her husband, Roy A. McGurer; brother, Earl Pell; and parents, Kelso and Dorothy E. (nee Walkey), are deceased. Friends may call from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home prior to the service. The Rev. Robert Gaston will officiate the service. Burial will be in Gates Mills North Cemetery. The family suggests contributions be made to Fairmount Health Center at Breckenridge Village, 36855 Ridge Road, Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Jean K. Hanson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday February 24, 2008 from 1:00 until 3:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Jean K. Hanson Funeral services for Jean K. Hanson, 81, of Kirtland, will be 11 a.m. Monday at Divine Word Catholic Church, 8100 Eagle Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Hanson died Feb. 20, 2008, at Golden Living Center Western Reserve. Born Oct. 7, 1926, in Cleveland, she had lived in Euclid before moving to Kirtland 72 years ago. She was an active member and co-founder of Divine Word Church. Mrs. Hanson worked as a bookkeeper at A&G Plumbing for 10 years. Survivors are her children, Lawrence Hanson of Cleveland, Michael (Wendy) Hanson of Lyndhurst and Judi (Kurt) Johnson of Highland Heights; grandchildren, Matthew Kahley and Zachery Johnson; great-grandchild, Matthew Charles Kahley; and sister, Peggy (Ralph) Parsons. Her husband, Charles H. Hanson; and sister, Ann Marie Hanson, are deceased. Friends may call from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., Mentor. The Rev. Dave Woost will officiate the service. Burial will be in South Kirtland Cemetery.



NAME: John Patrick "Pat" Collins
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday February 23, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM and Sunday February 24, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: John Patrick "Pat' Collins Funeral Mass for John Patrick "Pat" Collins, 71, of Willoughby, will be noon Monday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Collins died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born July 13, 1936, in Cleveland, he was a lifetime resident of Lake County, living in Willowick, Eastlake and Kirtland before moving to Willoughby. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby, where he was a member of the Holy Name Society. He was also a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus Willoughby Council 2886. In his leisure time, he enjoyed being with his children and grandchildren. He was the loving father of Thomas P. (Gia) Collins of Willoughby, David J. (Heidi) Collins of Willoughby, Linda M. Collins of Willoughby and Robert T. Collins of Wickliffe; grandfather of Stephanie, Sarah, Tierney, David and Josephine; brother of Mary Katherine Posipanka of Willowick and Leo R. Collins of Mentor; and uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was the beloved husband of the late Josephine M. (Dekowski) Collins, who passed away in 1992; beloved son of the late Robert T. and Mary (Finnerty) Collins; and brother of the late Clifford J. Collins. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Michael Troha will officiate. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in his name to the Immaculate Conception Parish Endowment Fund, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094.



NAME: Louis E. O'Neill
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday February 21, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Lewis Edwin O'Neill Funeral Mass for Lewis Edwin O'Neill, 45, of Willowick, will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 E. 321 St., Willowick. Mr. O'Neill died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at his residence in Willowick. Born Aug. 17, 1962, in East Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 45 years living in Eastlake before moving to Willowick. He was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Church in Willowick and liked working on cars and helping other people. He also enjoyed collecting golf balls and going camping. Louie worked at Conn Selmer for 21 years. He was the beloved husband of Judy (Engert) O'Neill; loving father of Jason O'Neill, Benjamin O'Neill, Sarah O'Neill and Lewis O'Neill, all at home in Willowick; cherished son of Lucille A. (Mack) O'Neill of Willowick; son-in-law of Bob and Sally Engert of Willowick; brother of Gary (Laurie) O'Neill, John (Rochelle) O'Neill, Kevin O'Neill, Mary (Bob) Ramey, Charlie (Lavon) O'Neill, Brian O'Neill and Paul (Rhonda) O'Neill; brother-in-law of Nancy Baucco, Carol Inghram, Joni Engert and Bob (Patty) Engert; many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly; and best friend, Tony Iannetta of Painesville. He was preceded in death by his father, John O'Neill; and brother, Allen O'Neill. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made in his name in care of the family.



NAME: Andrew Buccilli
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Andrew Buccilli Andrew Buccilli, 78, of Eastlake, died Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at the Cleveland Clinic. Born Feb. 11, 1930, in Cleveland, he lived in Eastlake for 52 1/2 years. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Army. He loved wood working and was a gifted carpenter. In his leisure time, he enjoyed crosswords and jigsaw puzzles. Mr. Buccilli worked at Cleveland Aluminum Castings for 34 years. Starting as a machinist, he became foreman and was superintendent of the machine shop for the last 20 years, retiring on Dec. 23, 1995. He was the beloved husband of 52 1/2 years to Alice A. Buccilli (nee Krebs); loving father of Linda (Richard) Kasunick of Madison and Susan (Mark) Klein of Bedford; grandfather of Joseph McLaughlin and Michael McLaughlin; and brother of Michael (Adria) Buccilli of Eastlake and Joseph Buccilli Jr. of Cleveland. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, great-niece and great-nephews. His parents, Joseph and Mary A. Buccilli (nee Chiccone) and sister, Lucy Buccilli, are deceased. Family and friends to meet Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., for Funeral Mass of the Resurrection, at St. Justin Martyr Church, 35741 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake. Interment will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. Arrangements entrusted to the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby.



NAME: Barbara M. Wilson
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday February 18, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Barbara M. (Rolan) Wilson Funeral services for Barbara M. (Rolan) Wilson, 66, of Mentor, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mrs. Wilson died Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008, at LakeEast Hospital in Painesville. Born Sept. 11, 1941, in Cleveland, she had been a lifetime Lake County resident living in Eastlake before moving to Mentor. She was a resident of LakeMed Nursing Facility in Painesville for more than 10 years. She was a member of the Red Hatters and in her leisure time, she loved playing bingo. She was the loving mother of Christine L. London of Mentor and William R. (Patricia) Wilson Jr., of Savannah, Ga.; grandmother of Amanda, Matthew, Grace, Kenneth (Jennifer), William and Heather; sister of Lucy I. (David) Ceculski of Perry; sister-in-law of William Flick of Eastlake; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William R., in 1982; parents, Charles T. and Ruth E. (Mays) Rolan; and sister, Patricia A. Flick. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate the service. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Eva M. Stotsky
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Eva M. (Karrick) Stotsky Funeral services for Eva M. (Karrick) Stotsky, 84, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Monday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Stotsky died Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008, at Golden Living Center at Western Reserve in Kirtland. Born Nov. 19, 1923, in Litchfield, Ill., she had been a Lake County resident for 30 years. Mrs. Stotsky was a supervisor at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby before her retirement. She was the beloved wife of Francis L. Stotsky; loving mother of Evelyn Hannon of Decatur, Ill., Frederick (Donna) Campogni of Taylorsville, Ill., David (Kathy) Campogni of Olmsted Falls, Cecilia Craig of Lexington, Ky., Edward Campogni of Willoughby and Mary Lou (Charles) McNamee of Eaton Township; grandmother of 25; great-grandmother of many; and great-great-grandmother; stepmother of Dolores (Art) Rodes of Atlanta, Ga., Susan (Mike) Jackson of Athens, Tenn., Edward Stotsky of Eastlake and Michael (Jenny) Stotsky of Mentor; and stepgrandmother of six. She was preceded in death by her son, Adolpho Campogni; daughter, Delva Bernard; parents, Herman and Ruth (Striplin) Karrick: and sisters, Mary Craig and Helen Allen. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Father John Richards will officiate. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery in Cleveland.



NAME: Charles F. Clark
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday February 16, 2008 from 1:00 until 4:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Charles F. Clark Celebration of Life services for Charles F. Clark, 57, of Mentor, will be 3:30 p.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mr. Clark died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Sept. 8, 1950, in Euclid, he had lived the majority of his lifetime in Lake County. Mr. Clark was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and playing cards. He was the former husband of Sheryl A. (Paxton) Clark; loving father of Kimberly D. (David) Sterlekar of Reminderville and Charles G. (Christine) Clark of Mentor; grandfather of Andrew H. Clark; best friend of Gary R. Paxton of Mentor; brother of Sandra (Ronnie) Adler of Mentor and David (Marleah) Clark of Pierpont; and a niece and nephews. His parents, Jack and Ruth (Bolger) Clark; and brother, Albert Clark, are deceased. Friends may call from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Jane Williams will officiate. Burial will be private.



NAME: Sharon L. Brown
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday February 15, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Sharon L. (Mason) Brown Memorial services for Sharon L. (Mason) Brown, 64, of Mentor-on-the-Lake, will be 11 a.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), in Mentor. Mrs. Brown died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born Oct. 14, 1943, in East Cleveland, she had been a Lake County resident for 38 years, living in Mentor and Mentor-on-the-Lake. She was a member of the Mentor Plains United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the North East Ohio League of Woman Voters and enjoy quilting. Mrs. Brown was a retired school teacher, retiring in 2005. She taught for the Painesville City Schools (K-8 grades) and the Mentor City Schools as a substitute teacher. She was the loving mother of Craig C. (Deborah) Brown of Wickliffe and Lisa G. (Michael) Paxton of Uniontown; grandmother of Brandon Murray, Ashlee, Skylar and Robbie Brown and Stase and Alexsandra Paxton; great-grandmother of Kayla Grace Kirk; sister of Sally Panza of North Ridgeville; and aunt of Nicholas (Sarah) Panza of North Ridgeville. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas O. Brown, who died in 2006; and the daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn (Boyer) Mason. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Tadd Butler of Mentor Plains United Methodist Church will officiate the service. Burial will be private. The family suggests donations in her name be made to Mentor Plains United Methodist Church, 7271 Lake Shore Blvd., Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Michael John Dougherty
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday February 15, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Michael John Dougherty Funeral Mass for Michael John Dougherty, 71, of Madison, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mr. Dougherty died Feb. 11, 2008, at Madison Health Care Center in Madison. Born Aug. 27, 1936, in Cleveland, he had lived in Chardon and Euclid before moving to Madison. He was a member of Plumbers Local 55, Knights of Columbus and Ohio National Guard. He was the brother of Edward R. Dougherty of Mentor, Frank E. Dougherty of Florida, Patricia A. Stahler of Middlefield and Helen M. Horkan of Willowick; brother-in-law of Elizabeth (nee Harchar) Dougherty, Virginia (nee Karr) Dougherty, Shirley (nee Purcell) Dougherty, and Carolyn (nee Bastasic) Dougherty; and uncle of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was the beloved son of the late Frank E. and Helen (nee Kearns) Dougherty; brother of the late Daniel F. Dougherty, Paul V. Dougherty, Joseph E. Dougherty and Mary E. Nelson; and brother-in-law of the late Mary (nee Gleason) Dougherty, Floyd Nelson and Michael Horkan. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Father Ken Wallace will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Painesville.



NAME: Shirley L. Kless
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday February 15, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Shirley L. (Campbell) Kless Funeral services for Shirley L. (Campbell) Kless, 75, of Eastlake, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Kless died Monday, Feb. 11, 2008, at Manor Care Nursing Facility in Willoughby. Born Dec. 15, 1932, in East Cleveland, she had been a Lake County resident for the past 45 years. Mrs. Kless worked as a waitress for many years at Lake Erie Design and ARDAC before retiring. She enjoyed cooking and baking and was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved spending time with her family. To all of her grandchildren she was "Boo-Boo." She was the beloved wife of Robert F. Kless; loving mother of Donald (Terry) Pressly and Tony (Diane) Pressly; and grandmother of Jack (Linda) Kless, Diane (Charles) Wolff and Robert (Barbara) Kless; aunt of Dolly Ristity. She had many loved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, John; siblings, Marie, Jeanie, Eileen and Jack; parents, Karl and Victoria (Cameron) Campbell; best friend, Toni Fraley; and many in-laws and friends. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Whitehaven Cemetery in Mayfield.



NAME: Shirley M. (nee Collins) Sebrasky
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday February 13, 2008 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Shirley M. (nee Collins) Sebrasky Funeral Mass for Shirley M. (nee Collins) Sebrasky, 75, of Novelty, will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Holy Angels Church, 18205 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge. (Please meet at the church.) Mrs. Sebrasky died Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, at her residence in Novelty. Born May 15, 1932, in Cleveland, she had lived in Wickliffe before moving to Novelty 10 years ago. She was a member of Holy Angels Church and a former member of St. William's Church in Euclid, where she was active with the Renewal Team and was a Eucharistic Minister. She was also a former Girl Scout leader and was still active volunteering with the Girl Scouts in Novelty. Shirley was a den mother for nine years and District Coordinator for Pow-Wows. She volunteered at Westwood Elementary School in Novelty. Shirley was an avid photographer and had several photos published. She was a Past President of the PTA for Warden Elementary School in Wickliffe. She also taught fifth and seventh grade PSR classes for St. Joseph's in Collinwood and Mt. Carmel in Wickliffe. She served as President of the Mt. Carmel Players for a year and was stage manager for 12 consecutive years. Shirley was active in starting the homeless shelters in Lake County and helped cook for the homeless at St. John's Cathedral in Cleveland, even cooking on Thanksgiving at the shelter for the poor. Mrs. Sebrasky worked as an executive secretary being named, "Secretary of the Year," at Diamond Shamrock and Picker International. She is the devoted mother of John C. (Cindy) Sebrasky of Charlotte, N.C., James A. (Judy) Sebrasky of Willowick, Jody L. (Tim) Chaffin of Panama City, Fla., and Josel (nee Sebrasky-Finkenthal) Collins of Novelty; grandmother of Brian J. Sebrasky of Novelty, Matthew (Jenna) Sebrasky of Columbus, Joshua Sebrasky of Philadelphia, Pa., Sarah Sebrasky of Willowick, and Lauren Finkenthal of Novelty; sister of Carol (Chuck) Jacoby of Willowick; aunt of Bob (Kim) Kline, Russ Kline and John Kline; niece to more than 20 aunts and uncles; cousin to too many to count; and friend to many. She was the beloved wife of the late husband of 42 years, Joseph A. Sebrasky; and daughter of the late Arthur and Eleanor (nee Stefanko) Collins. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. In lieu of flowers, sympathy may be expressed by donations made in memoriam to Care Corp. Hospice, 831 South St., Chardon, OH 44024, or to Breast Cancer Research.



NAME: Liam A. Garry
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): February 8, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and from 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Liam A. Garry Funeral Mass for Liam A. Garry, beloved infant son of Daniel J. and Georgianna D. Garry of Willoughby, will be 12 noon Saturday at Divine Word Church, 8100 Eagle Road, Kirtland. Liam died Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Aug. 6, 2007, in Fairview Park. In addition to his parents, Liam was the loving brother of Mary Kate and Seamus Thomas; maternal grandson of William E. and Marguerite Rose (Fiderio) Diemert; and beloved nephew of Michaela A. (Bruce) Yabroff, Timothy D. (Diane) Garry, Maureen Garry, Patricia J. Garry, William J. (Lynda) Diemert, Timothy W. Diemert, Roseanne M. (Paul) Kadas, Kathleen L. (Sam) Patrizi and David W. (Melissa) Diemert. He is also survived by many cousins. His paternal grandparents, Thomas E. and Marion R. (Hinsperger) Garry, are deceased. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Fr. David G. Woost will officiate services. Entombment will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in Liam's name to Trisomy 18 Foundation; Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th, Cleveland, 44119; or Caring Bridge, 1995 Rahn Cliff Court, Suite 200, Egan, Minn., 55122



NAME: Joseph J. Lombardo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday February 12, 2008 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joseph J. Lombardo Funeral Mass for Joseph J. Lombardo, 88, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Noel Church, 35200 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. Mr. Lombardo died Feb. 9, 2008, at Beachwood Pointe Assisted Living in Beachwood. Born Feb. 20, 1919, in Mt. Morris, N.Y., he was a Lake County resident for 50 years, living in Willowick and Willoughby and had previously lived in Cleveland. He was a World War II U.S. Army Air Corps veteran and a life member of American Legion Post 678 in Willowick. He was a member of the Cleveland Realtors Association and sold residential real estate for 20 years. He was a member of Eastlake North High School Boosters and was a Little League coach for Willowick Baseball where he coached many championship teams. In his leisure time, he loved race horses, his family and was a proficient home wine maker. Mr. Lombardo was a machinist, working for Eaton Axle and T.R.W., retiring in 1980. He was the beloved husband of Angela M. Lombardo (nee Puinno); loving father of William J. (Danielle) Lombardo of Devon, Pa., Joyce M. (Richard) Papa of Sapulpa, Okla., John J. Lombardo of Cleveland, Marlene (Jack) Cornachio of Willoughby, Nicholas M. (Beth) Lombardo of Strongsville and Joseph P. (Amy) Lombardo of Willoughby; cherished grandfather of Marisa (Michael) Kliegl, Michael (Audra) Cornachio, Max Lombardo, Gabriella Lombardo, Zachary Lombardo, William Lombardo and Sheila, Ritchie and Angel Papa; and great-grandfather of many, including Carson, born this week. Friends may call 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Fr. George Smiga will officiate services. Interment will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in Mr. Lombardo's name may be made to St. Noel Church, 35200 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills, 44094.



NAME: Gary R. Valenza
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday February 7, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Gary R. Valenza Funeral Mass for Gary R. Valenza, age 59, of Willowick, will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 460 E. 321st St., Willowick. Mr. Valenza died Feb. 1, 2008, at Altercare of Mentor. Born Dec. 21, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pa., he lived in Euclid prior to moving to Willowick 27 years ago. He was a baseball card collector and loved history. He coached girls volleyball at Lakeland Community College and at St. Mary Magdalene. Mr. Valenza was a Doctor of Audiology at St. Vincent Charity Hospital for 18 years and had previously been employed by Euclid Clinic. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Valenza (nee Matjasic) of Willowick; sons, Christopher, Nathaniel and Timothy Valenza; and brothers, Keith (Sally) Valenza of Florida and Michael Valenza of California. His parents, G. Frank and Norma Valenza (nee Reed), are deceased. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 163549, Columbus, Ohio, 43216-3549.



NAME: Benedict M. Kirsh
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday February 6, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Benedict M. Kirsh Funeral Mass for Benedict M. Kirsh, age 65, of Kirtland Hills, will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mr. Kirsh died Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born April 15, 1942, in Cleveland he was a Lake County resident for 35 years, living in Mentor. He was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Mentor. He enjoyed bowling and constantly enjoyed sports, especially baseball, with his grandsons, and being with his niece at various horse shows. Mr. Kirsh was employed by Midwest Forge in Cleveland for 38 years, working in quality control and safety. He was the beloved husband of Doris M. Kirsh (nee Mickelbart); loving father of Alan B. (Amy) Kirsh of Munson Township and Kenneth L. (Kristy) Kirsh of Lexington, Ky.; dear grandfather of Jacob, Benjamin and Nolan; brother-in-law of Gale M. (Edward) Browning of Mentor; and uncle of Sophia M. Browning of Mentor. He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Kathleen M. Kirsh and his parents, Benedict L. and Marian Kirsh (nee Jablonski). Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Fr. Thomas Elsassar will officiate services. Burial will be private.



NAME: Betty A. Molnar
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No calling hours will be observed
   
OBITUARY: Betty A. Molnar Memorial services for Betty A. Molnar, 80, of Concord, will be 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. Mrs. Molnar died Jan. 30, 2008, at her residence. Born Jan. 3, 1928, in Berea, she lived in Dearborn, Mich. and Columbia Station, Ohio, prior to moving to Concord in 1994. Mrs. Molnar loved spending time with her family and enjoyed traveling and reading. She belonged to many book groups. Survivors are her children, Sandra Molnar of Chardon, Martha Molnar of Michigan, Linda (John) Bardoni of South Carolina and Patricia (Robert) Caruso of Chardon; grandchildren, Michelle Lindemyer, Martha Hood, Monica Green, Michael Isiminger, Jeffrey Bardoni, Todd Bardoni, Nicholas Molnar, Victoria Molnar and Jacquelyn Caruso; and great-grandchildren, Colin Green, Kyle Lindemyer. and Jacob Green. Memorial contributions may be made to Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon, 44024. Arrangements by McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes, Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: David Francis Wolnik
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday February 4, 2008 from 1:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: David Francis Wolnik Funeral Mass for David Francis Wolnik, 72, of Wickliffe, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church, 15519 Holmes Ave., Cleveland. Mr. Wolnik died Jan. 31, 2008, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born Feb. 11, 1935, in Cleveland, he lived in Parma prior to moving to Wickliffe 28 years ago. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1957 through 1963. He enjoyed golf, bowling, painting and drawing. Dave retired from BP as a chemical lab technician after 35 years of service. He then worked for Lubrizol, retiring after ten years. Polka music was Dave's passion. His career as a drummer spanned over 50 years and included over 80 bands. He appeared on numerous recordings and performed with Cleveland polka legends such as Bobby Timko, Joey Miskulin (Mis-Tre Band) and Joe Fedorchak. From the late 1980's through the 1990's, he performed with America's Polka King, Frankie Yankovic who in 1985, along with Dave on the drums, recorded the first Grammy winning polka record. The very next year, Dave performed with Frankie Yankovic on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show. In 2001, he was awarded the Sideman of the Year Award by the Polka Hall of Fame. Survivors are his wife, Karen Ann Molnar (nee Keba); children, Amy, Brian (Marisa), Andrea, Dan (Jane) and Joel (Pam); grandchildren, Samantha Ann, Maggie Rose, Stephen, Darryl and Brianna; and father, Jacob Wolnik. His mother, Esther Wolnik (nee Miller), is deceased. Friends may call 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Fr. John Kumse will officiate services. Burial will be in Chester Township Cemetery.



NAME: Sylvia F. Zimmerman
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): No Calling Hours will be observed
   
OBITUARY: Sylvia F. Zimmerman Memorial services for Sylvia F. Zimmerman, 82, of Concord Township, a homemaker, will be 3 p.m. Saturday at Chardon Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 110 Woodiebrook Dr., Chardon. Mrs. Zimmerman died Jan. 28, 2008, at her residence. Born Sept. 27, 1925, in Pittsburgh, Pa., she lived in Eastlake for 40 years before moving to Concord Township a year and a half ago. Mrs. Zimmerman was minister of the Jehovah's Witnesses for 42 years with the Eastlake Congregation. She "loved with everything she had." She pioneered for eight years. She worked for Dr. Mark Balin for 30 years. Survivors are her son, Jan Zimmerman of Eastlake; sister, Jennie Wyatt of Willowick; sisters-in-law, Mary Zimmerman of Euclid and Evelyn Medved of Eastlake; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Zimmerman; parents, Peter and Jennie (Morel) Medved; and brothers, Edward and Frank "Pete" Medved. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes of Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: James E. O'Brien
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday January 30, 2008 from 2:00 untill 4:00 and 6:00 untill 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: JAMES E. O'BRIEN, 80. A Korean War Veteran. Died Jan. 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Eileen (nee O'Malley). Loving father James (Rose), Colleen Eckert, Terrence (Karen), Thomas (Erin), Eileen (Scott) Foreman, Kevin (Lynn). Cherished grand-father of 15, great-grandfather of three. Son of the late William and Sarah (nee Patton). Brother of William (Virginia, deceased), Joan (Tom) Millett, Coletta (Bob) Riley, Margaret (Emil) Hufgard and the following deceased: Agnes Mullen, Kathleen Maloney and Edward. Brother-in-law of June (Bill) Mason, Tom (Nancy) O'Malley and Gerald O'Malley. Family will receive friends WEDNESDAY 2-4 AND 6-9 P.M. AT THE McMAHON-COYNE-VITANTONIO FUNERAL HOME, 6330 CENTER ST., MENTOR, (RT. 615 N. OF RT. 2). Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 11 a.m. St. John Vianney Church. Interment All Souls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185 St., Cleveland 44119 or Make-A-Wish, 1422 Euclid Ave., Suite 239, Cleveland 44115



NAME: Paul Louis Galido
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday January 29, 2008 from 4:00 untill 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Paul Louis Galido Services for Paul Louis Galido, age 83, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Galido died Jan, 26, 2008, at Chardon Healthcare Center. Born Oct. 25, 1924, in Indiana, Pa., he lived in Ohio for 60 years. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed working in his garden and around the house and was a creative thinker and a good problem solver. What he most enjoyed was spending time with his family and his cat, Blackie. He loved animals and they loved him. Mr. Galido was employed as a tool and die maker at Picker X-Ray before retiring in 1990. Survivors are his daughter, Linda (Nick) Lanese; son, Alan Galido; grandchildren, Nick and Natalie; sister, Caroline Raconovic; sisters-in-law, Alice Bell and Helen Riddle; brothers-in-law, George Kochman and Bill Slavkovsky; and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his wife, Golda "Jean"; parents, George and Mary Galido; brothers, George and Frank Galido; and sisters, Mary Miller, Rose Pavlock, Dorothy Slavkovsky, Jenny Kochman, Emily Truhan and Helen Papal. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery



NAME: Paul Louis Galido
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday January 29 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Paul Louis Galido Services for Paul Louis Galido, age 83, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Galido died Jan, 26, 2008, at Chardon Healthcare Center. Born Oct. 25, 1924, in Indiana, Pa., he lived in Ohio for 60 years. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed working in his garden and around the house and was a creative thinker and a good problem solver. What he most enjoyed was spending time with his family and his cat, Blackie. He loved animals and they loved him. Mr. Galido was employed as a tool and die maker at Picker X-Ray before retiring in 1990. Survivors are his daughter, Linda (Nick) Lanese; son, Alan Galido; grandchildren, Nick and Natalie; sister, Caroline Raconovic; sisters-in-law, Alice Bell and Helen Riddle; brothers-in-law, George Kochman and Bill Slavkovsky; and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his wife, Golda "Jean"; parents, George and Mary Galido; brothers, George and Frank Galido; and sisters, Mary Miller, Rose Pavlock, Dorothy Slavkovsky, Jenny Kochman, Emily Truhan and Helen Papal. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery.



NAME: Evelyn G. (Gouldner) Kosanovich
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday January 21 10:00 AM until 12:30 PM
   
OBITUARY: Evelyn G. (Gouldner) Kosanovich Funeral services for Evelyn G. (Gouldner) Kosanovich, 87, of Wickliffe, will be 12:30 p.m. Monday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Kosanovich died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at Wickliffe Country Place. Born Nov. 20, 1920, in Cleveland, she had lived in Euclid before moving to Lake County 15 years ago, living in Willoughby and Wickliffe. In her leisure time, she enjoyed golf. She was the loving mother of Connie L. Helminak of Highland Heights; cherished grandmother of Dee Anne M. (Kevin) Bolt of Chester Township, Connie A. (Mike) Powall of Highland Heights, Kimberly A. (Mike) Nicoletti of Mentor, Katie A. (Rick) Sutton of Mentor, Kristen M. (Rob) Bates of Kirtland, Darla A. (Joe) Francesconi of California, and Tara A. (Greg) Huss of Highland Heights; and 19 great-grandchildren. Her beloved husband, William "Billy" Kosanovich; son, William "Butchie" Kosanovich; grandson, Christopher Bolt Kosanovich; and siblings, Kenneth Gouldner, Penny Rogers, Frances Lewis and Helen Klauga, are deceased. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate the service. Burial will be in Whitehaven Cemetery in Mayfield.



NAME: Julia Burke
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday January 21 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM Tuesday January 22 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Julia Burke Funeral Mass for Julia Burke (nee Kerrigan), age 91, of Mentor, will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mrs. Burke died Jan. 18, 2008, at her home in Mentor. Born Dec. 20, 1916, in Shanvalleyard, Tourmakeady, Ireland, she came to America from Ireland in 1949, and had lived in Cleveland Heights for 34 years before moving to Mentor 16 years ago. She was a member of St. John Vianney Church in Mentor and a former member of Christ the King Church in East Cleveland and St. Agatha Church in Cleveland. She was a member of the Irish American Club-East Side Inc. in Euclid, the West Side Irish American Club in Olmsted Falls and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. Mrs. Burke was honored by the United Irish Societies as 1993 Mother of the Year and in 2005 was honored by St. John Vianney Church Celtic Ball Committee for her Irish family support of catholic education. She enjoyed playing cards, especially "25" and Pinochle, knitting and making Irish soda bread. She was loving mother of Michael J. Burke of Lyndhurst, Rev. Sean P. Burke M.M. of Hong Kong, Joseph T. Burke of San Francisco, Calif., James E. (Linda) Burke of Willowick, Thomas F. (Kathy) Burke of Painesville Township, Sr. Maureen A. Burke, S.N.D. of South Euclid, Judy A. (Ed) Bartel of Mentor, Kevin P. (Kathryn) Burke of Wilmette, Ill. and mother-in-law of Kathy Burke of South Euclid; devoted grandmother of Michael (Stacey), Tom (Katy), Brian (Aimee), Julianne, Kevin, Sean, Brendan, Patrick, Kevin, Michael, Matthew and Mary; and great-grandmother of Lauren, Ian, Patrick, Julia, David and Claire. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph P. Burke on Nov. 13, 1991; and brothers and sisters, Patrick Kerrigan, Nora Miller, Bridget "Bea" Coyne, Mary Reilly, Thomas Kerrigan, Nellie Ronan, Mick, Willie and James Kerrigan. The family will receive friends at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Fr. Sean P. Burke, Mrs. Burke's son, will serve as main celebrant of the Mass. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Louise (Magalotti) Cirino
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday January 17, 2008 from 4:00 untill 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Louise (Magalotti) Cirino Funeral Mass for Louise (Magalotti) Cirino, 84, of Mentor will be 11 a.m. Friday, at Holy Redeemer Church, 15712 Kipling Ave., Cleveland. Mrs. Cirino died Jan. 14, 2008, at her residence in Mentor. Born Jan. 12, 1924, in German, Pa., she had lived in Cleveland before moving to Mentor 25 years ago. She loved and enjoyed reading and was a history buff. She enjoyed traveling with her grandkids, cooking for family and entertaining with friends. Louise lived with her daughter, Nicki, for 10 years and spent her final months in the very special and loving care of Nicki and Bob. Louise owned and operated many businesses with her husband, Nick, also know as "Bad Eye." She retired from the Cleveland Public Schools and enjoyed her recent few years employed at Lake Hospital System as a patient care companion. Survivors are her daughters, Nicoletta "Nicki" (Bob) Schiebli of Mentor and Concetta (Richard) Discenzo of Mentor; grandchildren, Christopher (Jenny) Siciliano, Nicolas Discenzo and Richard (Nicole) Discenzo; siblings, Shirley (Eddie) Vaccariello of Eastlake, Al (Cookie) Magalotti of Florida, Joe (Jenny) Magalotti of Pittsburgh, Pa., Richard (Carol) Magalotti of Smock, Pa., and Tom (Ada) Magalotti of Florida; and many nieces and nephews. Her husband of 35 years, Nick Cirino, died in 1983; and brother, Ernie Magalotti, died in 1944. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.



NAME: Mary T. Smith
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday January 17, 2008 from 4:00 untill 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mary T. Smith, 61, of Lake County, died Jan. 13, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. She born Feb. 11, 1946, in Olean, N.Y., and had been a Lake County resident for the past six years, living in Mentor and Painesville Township. She was a lover of history and an avid reader. Mrs. Smith was teacher for the Rochester City School District for the 23 years. Survivors are her husband, Kelvyn Smith of Mentor; son, Shawn Smith of Lakewood; daughter, Christine (Charles) Clark of Mentor-on-the-Lake; grandson, Andrew Clark; and brother, Ralph E. Marra of Olean, N.Y. Her parents, Dominic and Mary (Pisiano) Marra; and brother, Anthony Marra, are deceased. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be private



NAME: Diane L. Zahursky
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday January 13, 2008 from 1:00 untill 4:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Diane L. (Salsgiver) Zahursky, 61, of Mentor, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at The Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland. She was born May 13, 1946, in Cambria County, Pa. She loved and enjoyed being with her grandkids. She also loved playing softball. She was the beloved wife of Thomas T. Zahursky; loving mother of Douglas T. Zahursky of Mentor, Susan L. (Bill) Cummings of Madison and Christine A. (Philip) Erich of Madison; grandmother of Zane, Hunter and Gavin; and sister of Jim, Gene, Dan, Ted, Cheryl and Carolann. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Geraldine (Wilson) Salsgiver; and siblings, Jerry and Dorothy. Friends may call from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be private



NAME: Jeanne L. Huston
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday January 14, 2008 from 3:00 untill 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Jeanne L. Huston Funeral Services for Jeanne L. Huston (nee Francisco), 77, of Eastlake, will be 7 p.m. Monday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Huston died Jan. 11, 2008, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born July 27, 1930, in Cuyahoga Falls, she was a Lake County resident for 44 years, living in Eastlake. She was a member of the Red Hatters and an active member of the Browning Senior Center in Willoughby and the JFK Senior Center in Eastlake. A 21-year member of the Browning Senior Center, she was active with shirt painting, exercise group function, Thursday lunches with her friends and the "Enlightening of Life" Topic Class. At the JFK Senior Center, she was an active volunteer making hospice pillows for Hospice of the Western Reserve. Her hobbies were collecting lighthouses and she had a fascination for covered bridges, enjoying going to see them and drawing pictures of them. She loved and enjoyed being with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Huston had worked for Parker-Hannifin Corp. in Cleveland and Wickliffe for 13 years, working in the Hose Products Division. She was the loving mother of Robert McClain, Kimberly Underwood of Texas, Maureen Wenz of Willowick and Kory (Brenda) Huston of Painesville Township; and dear grandmother of Tracey, Kelley, Kenneth, Teddy, Kayla, Troy, Brittney, Brianna, Brooke and Brian. Her sisters, Mary Jane, Harriet and Helen, are deceased. The family will receive friends 3 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be private.



NAME: James T. Lesiak
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday January 13, 2008 from 2:00 untill 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: James T. Lesiak Funeral Mass for James T. Lesiak, 70, of Concord Township, will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mr. Lesiak died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2008, at his residence. Born March 18, 1937, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for 32 years living in Mentor for 17 years and Concord Township for 15 years. He was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran. He was a member of Martha Washington Chapter 38 AMLA. In his leisure time, he enjoyed golf and working out. Mr. Lesiak worked at Quail Hollow Golf Course on the driving range for 15 years and was a sales representative for BEX Inc. before his retirement. He invented the "Mr. Gimmy." He was also a teacher in the Navigator Program with the Mentor Schools from January to June of 2006. He was the beloved husband of Carol M. (Stwan) Lesiak; brother of Steven (Sheryl) Lesiak of Summerfield, Fla.; brother-in-law of Joanne Fordyce of Mentor; uncle of Steven Lesiak of Virginia, and Matthew and Amanda Fordyce of Mentor; and great-uncle of Andrew Fordyce. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steven and Angela (Dobre) Lesiak. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Thomas Johns will officiate the service. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: James J. Buchanan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): January 13, 2008 From 4:00 until 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: James Joseph Buchanan Graveside services for James Joseph Buchanan, 71, of Fairport Harbor, will be 10 am. Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman. (Please meet at the cemetery.) Mr. Buchanan died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, at the Brecksville Veteran's Hospital in Brecksville. Born Feb. 24, 1936, in Cleveland, he had lived there before moving to Lake County 17 years ago. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving from 1955 to 1958. He was a member of the American Legion and U.A.W. Local 91 (United Auto Workers). Mr. Buchanan was an employee of Ohio Crank Shaft. He was the loving father of Diane L. Palermo of Euclid, Debbie A. (Bob) Daniels of Madison, Dolores "Dorry" Nolan (Bob Cline) of Madison, Donna L. Buchanan of Avon Lake, Richard J. (Connie) Buchanan of Madison and Donnie Buchanan of Madison; grandfather of nine; great-grandfather of one; brother of Kenneth (Diane) Buchanan of Lakeland, Fla.; and brother-in-law of Chuck Zedonis of Madison. He was preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Buchanan; parents, George and Dorothea (Becker) Buchanan and siblings, Richard Buchanan and Joyce Zedonis. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby.



NAME: Thomas W. Daugherty
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday January 11, 2008 from 2:00 to 4:00 and from 7:00 till 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Thomas W. Daugherty Funeral services for Thomas W. Daugherty, 79, of Eastlake, will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Daugherty died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Greenbrier Health Care Center. Born Nov. 8, 1928, in Willoughby, he had been a lifetime Lake County resident. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, country music, animals and traveling. He rode motorcycles, worked with flowers, had a vineyard and grew grapes. But, most of all he loved being with his children and grandchildren. Mr. Daugherty was a retired employee of The Victor Browning Company of Willoughby, where he worked as a machinist and crane operator. He was the beloved husband of Martha M. (Brinager) Daugherty; loving father of James Lee (Margaret) Daugherty of Montville, Richard A. (Sharon) Daugherty Sr., of Concord Township, Karen Louise (Daniel) Alexander of Geneva, Susan Lynn Western of Parma, Patricia A. Daugherty of Mentor, Barbara J. Ash of Mayfield Heights, Christine G. Daugherty of Willoughby and Thomas W. (Leanne) Daugherty Jr. of Concord Township; grandfather of 24; and great-grandfather of 21, with two more on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents. Clarence and Katherine (Tate) Daugherty; and brother, Clarence Daugherty. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery. The family suggests contributions be made in his name to St. Jude's Hospital.



NAME: Veronica "Tina" R. (Pinchak) Averbach
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday January 10, 2008 from 2:00 untill 4:00 and 6:00 untill 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Veronica R. "Tina" (Pinchak) Averbach Funeral Mass for Veronica R. "Tina" (Pinchak) Averbach of Willoughby, will be 9:45 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Veronica Rose Averbach loving and devoted mother, dear sister and aunt, completed her journey to heaven Jan. 6, 2008. Tina, as she was affectionately known to her family and friends, was generous beyond measure. To her family, acquaintances and strangers, she gave of herself lovingly and totally. An avid gardener, Tina's beautiful flowers and creative landscaping added joy and elegance to the world. She will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. For over 20 years, Tina was a Eucharistic minister and faithfully visited and ministered to the elderly at Manor Care Nursing Home in Willoughby. She was a passionate teacher and devoted herself to her students in the Cleveland Public Schools. Tina was the loving mother of Ann Michelle Averbach; and dearest sister of Alfred (Mary) Pinchak M.D. of Shaker Heights, Leona E. Whitaker of Willoughby, John M. (Jessica) Pinchak of North Olmsted and George (Veronica) Pinchak of Chardon. Her many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and countless others were blessed by her heartfelt gifts, kindness and wise advice. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Barbara (Petko) Pinchak; and brother, Hubert D. Pinchak. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In addition to flowers, the family suggests donations in Tina's name be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Charles C. Gustavus C. Gustavus
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday January 12, 2008 from 5:00 untill 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Charles C. Gustavus Memorial services for Charles C. Gustavus, 66, of Madison, will be 7 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mr. Gustavus died Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at his residence in Madison. Born March 9, 1941, in Cleveland, he had lived in Lake County for more than 40 years. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving from 1958 to 1962. He was the beloved husband of Eileen F. (Kimball) Gustavus; loving father of Steven W., Richard C., Charles C. Jr., Bryan K. and Allan A.; and brother of Bill. He was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert A. Gaston will officiate the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119, or the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots.



NAME: Patrick A. "Pat" Marotta
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday January 12, 2008 from 2:00 untill 4:00 and 6:00 untill 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Patrick A. "Pat" Marotta Patrick A. "Pat" Marotta, 86, of Wedgewood Estates in Mansfield, died Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, after a brief illness. He was born April 22, 1921, in Fairport Harbor, to the late Guistino and Albina (Ostoma) Marotta. In 1940, he graduated from Painesville Harvey High School. Pat served during World War II in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater from July 1943 to December 1945, as a radar operator. In 1949, he married Angeline "Angie" Castello of Mentor, who survives. Upon his marriage, he began a 40 year career as a grower and co-owner of the family business, Castello's Florist and Greenhouse in Mentor. Pat was a lifetime member of the American Legion, lifetime member of Veteran's of Foreign Wars, and Knights of Columbus 4801 of Mentor, where he was a 4th Degree and Past Grand Knight and member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Mentor. After his retirement in 1989, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and exercising with the Heisley Heart Group. He and his wife, Angie enjoyed traveling to Italy, the Panama Canal, Hawaii, Alaska and to Army reunions throughout the U.S.A. A Mentorite for over 50 years, he and his wife moved to Mansfield in 2006. He was able to continue woodworking with his new neighbors and he loved his new home and Wedgewood Community, having been fortunate to have lived in both Mentor and Mansfield. Pat is survived by his wife of 58 years, Angeline (Castello) Marotta; son, Justin (Lynn) Marotta of Bellville; daughters, Lucia (Rod) Morton of Wadsworth and Tish MacDonald of Sarasota, Fla.; grandchildren, J. Eric (Natalie) Marotta of Columbus, John Marotta of Chandler, Ariz., Jeffrey (Angela) Marotta of Loudonville, Rodney Morton of Mentor, Joseph Morton of Tacoma, Wash., Nicole Morton of Cleveland Heights, and Ian MacDonald of Denver, Colo.; two great-grandchildren with a third expected in February; two sisters, Janet Padula of Painesville and Phyllis Roberts Balent of LeHigh Acres, Fla.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special part of his life, his little companion poodle, "Meggie," who was his ears and joy. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Dora Tempesta, Viola Pachete and Besse Eggert. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. A funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 8540 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Pat's memory to Hospice MedCentral Health System, 335 Glessner Ave., Mansfield, OH 44903, or St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8540 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Roger S. Niebes
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday
   
OBITUARY: Roger S. Niebes Funeral services for Roger S. Niebes, 69, of Painesville, will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at Advent Lutheran Church, 7985 Munson Road, Mentor. (Please meet at the church.) Mr. Niebes died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, at Hospice House of the Western Reserve in Cleveland. Born Nov. 23, 1938, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 41 years. He was a member of Advent Lutheran Church in Mentor and Lake County Bar Association. He enjoyed coaching baseball in the Mentor South Baseball Association. Mr. Niebes was a World War II history buff, good photographer and spent many hours building model airplanes. He graduated from Cleveland East High School, attended Case Western Reserve University and Kent State University receiving degrees in chemistry. He also graduated from John Marshall College of Law. Mr. Niebes was a practicing lawyer for more than 15 years. He formerly served as an acting judge with the Mentor Municipal Court. He also was the owner of patents developed for the battery industry. He was the beloved husband of Carole J. (Hill) Niebes; loving father of Nancy J. (Scott) Bowden of Painesville and Mitch S. Niebes of Wickliffe; and grandfather of Brandon and Carrie Bowden. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sterling and Mabel (Kosik) Niebes. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. The Rev. Dr. Joseph G. Kovitch will officiate the service. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery. The family suggests contributions be made in his name to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Northeast Ohio, 8 North State St., Painesville, OH 44077, or Advent Lutheran Church, 7985 Munson Road, Mentor, OH 44060.



NAME: Elizabeth Nina Roemisch
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): There will be no visiting hours
   
OBITUARY: Elizabeth Nina Roemisch Elizabeth Nina Roemisch died Jan. 7, 2008, at University Hospitals in Cleveland, as a result of head injuries she received from a fall Dec. 23, 2007. She was a strong 98 years old. Mrs. Roemisch was fond of saying that she lived 55 minutes of every hour. She was passionate about her life and wanted to live to be 100, and battled through extensive burns, arthritis, cancer and a stroke to fulfill her goal. She was a lifelong resident of Willoughby Hills until the past five years, when she moved to Painesville. Her enthusiasm for life was demonstrated in her commitment to her business ventures. Long before society labeled entrepreneurial women as "feminists," Mrs. Roemisch had her own small businesses. At 19, she formed her own interior design firm and specialized in residential remodeling to ease the burdens of house keeping. She married M. Alfred Roemisch Dec. 24, 1933. She helped him build his law practice into a success. From secretary to bookkeeper to legal assistant to hostess, she was at his side. During her association with his business clients, Mrs. Roemisch learned about investment strategies and the stock market. Through study and practical experience, she became a private investor and successfully managed a multi-million portfolio. In fact, her accident occurred while she was doing end of the year planning. Because of her commitment to the entrepreneurial spirit, she joined her husband in 1978, to create the Roemisch Foundation. It is a fully funded private family foundation that gives and administers educational scholarships to students at Cleveland State University, Lakeland Community College and Lake Erie College in Painesville, who demonstrate a commitment to small business enterprise. She freely encouraged young women to consult with her about their business dreams. In 1988, she joined her daughter, Elaine R. Crane, the former Willoughby Municipal Court Judge, in the purchase, preservation and reopening of the historic Riders Inn in Painesville. Using her design talents and business acumen, she helped her daughter and later her granddaughter bring the business back to life for the community. She was involved in every detail of the restoration and daily operations. Her devotion to her faith never wavered. As a 50 year member of St. Christopher's Church in Gates Mills, she served on the Altar Guild, founded the Junior Altar Guild and helped out at the Bargain Box and Church outreach. She was an active member of the Willoughby Chapter of Eastern Star 202. Mrs. Roemisch and her husband were devoted baseball and football fans. In his honor, she sponsored the Lake County Knights and treasured their Division and State Titles. As an avid golfer, she and her husband were members of the Pine Ridge Country Club. She enjoyed the arts and was a member of the Gates Mills Players and a donor to the Cleveland Literacy Program. A lifelong Republican, she never missed an election and served as a precinct committee woman for Willoughby Hills and as an election day volunteer. Up to the end, she was very interested in the '08 Presidential campaigns. Mrs. Roemisch was born Oct. 28, 1909, to Elizabeth Hillier Francis and Robert Francis in Cleveland. She and her husband lived in Garfield Heights after their marriage and moved to Willoughby in 1938. She was the only girl in a family of five children. Her brothers were, Earl, Russell, Tom and Harry. Her daughter, Elaine Roemisch Crane survives, but she lost five other children at birth. She was proud of her granddaughter, Elizabeth Courtney Crane-Sherman; and her adopted grandchildren, Christine, Christopher, Dawn, Priscilla, Janice, Kimberly and Donna. She also loved her son-in-law, Francis "Ted" Sherman; and longtime family friend and business partner, Judge Gary W. Herman. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Roemisch Scholarship Foundation and mailed in care of, Robert Myers, Attorney-at-Law, 36601 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills, OH 44094. There will be no visiting hours, but the family invites their friends to a memorial service at St. Christopher's Church, Old Mill Road, Gates Mills at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, officiated by Pastor Conrad Selnick, which will be immediately followed by an Eastern Star service conducted by Willoughby Chapter 202. Then, her friends are invited to a celebration of her life and accomplishments at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at Riders Inn, 792 Mentor Ave., Painesville, OH 44077. Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: William F. Liuzzo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday December 28, 2007 from 1:00 until 3:00 and 6:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: William F. Liuzzo Funeral Mass for William F. Liuzzo, 77, of Willowick, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 E. 321 St., Willowick. Mr. Liuzzo died Monday, Dec. 24, 2007, at his residence in Willowick with his family at his side. Born Oct. 24, 1930, in Cleveland, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 48 years. He was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Church in Willowick, where he was past president of the Holy Name Society of the church. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and member of American Legion Post 678 in Willowick. He loved sports and was involved with coaching at St. Mary Magdalene and the Willowick City programs of football, baseball and basketball. He also enjoyed woodworking. Mr. Liuzzo was a former employee of Carlings Brewing Company in Cleveland for 18 years. He retired from the Diocese of Cleveland, where he was superintendent of building and grounds. He had also worked for many years at Villa Angela Academy and St. Joseph High Schools. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy R. (Lah) Liuzzo; loving father of Cindy L. (Dave) Koons of Mentor, Bill A. (Tara) Liuzzo of Concord Township, Paul G. (Vicki) Liuzzo of Kirtland, Kenneth R. (Heather) Liuzzo of Wickliffe, and Jeanne M. (David) Jeup of Huntington Woods, Mich.; father-in-law of Richard Apicella of Willoughby Hills; grandfather of Tony (Erica) Nicole (Greg), Tiffany (Chris), Jeff, Kristen, Ricky, Michelle, Nelson, Kelsey, Erika, Rachel, Vincent, Brendan, Dominic, Donovan, Neal, Evan, Katie, Nathan and Ella; great-grandfather of Taylor, Samantha, Jacob and Ashley; brother of Beatrice Galinski of Lawrence, Kan.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Elaine M. Apicella; and siblings, Herb Liuzzo, August "Bud" Liuzzo, Elizabeth Gailey, Coletta Boncha, Marguerite Radachy and Mary Reis. Friends may call from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in his name be made to the Elaine Apicella Scholarship Fund, c/o Cleveland State University



NAME: Janet A. (Bolas) Marva
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday December 28, 2007 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Janet A. (Bolas) Marva Funeral Mass for Janet A. (Bolas) Marva, 69, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Marva died Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2007, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born June 16, 1938, in Lamberton, Pa., she had lived in Cleveland before moving to Lake County 45 years ago. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby and a former member of St. Jerome's Church in Cleveland. She loved her granddaughters and playing games with them. Mrs. Marva formerly worked for General Electric (Nela Park) and at H & R Block. She was the loving mother of Jeffrey A. Marva of Columbus and Joan A. (Arthur) Smith of Wickliffe; grandmother of Adriana L. Smith and Candyce M. Smith; sister of Katherine Zelenak of Parma, Patricia (George) Salopek of Willoughby and Rose Mary Zdura of Glen Burnie, Pa.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John A. Marva in 2006; loving son, John A. Marva Jr.; parents, George Andrew and Katherine (Kurtik) Bolas; and siblings, Joseph, George, William and Andrew Bolas, Anna Marie Nau, Irene Skovran, Dolores Stary, Margaret Saro and Gertrude Valonis. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Robert Marva, her nephew, will officiate. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Louis J. "Louie the Bear" DeStefan
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday December 28, 2007 from 9:00 until 11:30 AM
   
OBITUARY: Advertisement Louis J. DeStefan "Louie the Bear" Funeral Mass for Louis Joseph DeStefan "Louie the Bear," 92, of Willoughby, will be noon Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. DeStefan died Sunday, Dec. 23, 2007, at Van Gorder Manor in Willoughby. Born Oct. 4, 1915, in DuBois, Pa., he had been a resident of Willoughby for more than 40 years. He attended DuBois High School in Pennsylvania and was the quarterback of the football team. After graduation from DuBois High School in 1935, Louis enlisted in the U.S. Army (paratroopers) stationed in India, receiving an honorable discharge after nearly four years of service. Louis was retired from Local 17 Ironworkers, where he was an active member for more than 50 years. Louis was known as a giving person and was loved by many. He was the loving grandfather of Kelly Jo (Ray W.) Fassett of Avon; great-grandfather of Brett Joseph Fassett of Avon; brother of JoAnne Goodford of Bridgeville, Pa.; Godfather of Marabel Mucci of Clearfield, Pa.; and uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, LaVerne (Ishmauel) DeStefan; loving daughter, Sherry Ishmauel; parents, John DeStefan and Caroline (nee Gigilotti) DeStefan; stepfather, Carmen Onofrio; and siblings, Frank, Michael and Anthony DeStefan, Mary Gordon and Josephine Dougherty. Friends may call from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.



NAME: Alan "Buddy" Deardorff
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday December 20, 2007 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 untill 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Alan "Buddy" Deardorff Funeral services for Alan "Buddy" Deardorff, 60, of Willoughby, will be 11 a.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Deardorff died Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, at the Cleveland Veterans Hospital in Cleveland. Born Dec. 6, 1947, in Cleveland, he was a lifelong resident of Willoughby. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Col. Justice Chambers Marine Corps League. He enjoyed softball, shooting pool, and loved yard work and gardening. Mr. Deardorff was the former owner/operator of Shoreline Beverage Delicatessen in Eastlake. He was the brother of Jean Hamm of Cathedral City, Calif.; loving friend of Linda M. Manson of Eastlake; special friend to many; and beloved owner of his dog, Max. He was preceded in death by his cherished parents, Samuel and Alice M. (Gray) Deardorff; sister, Alice M. Comstock; and brother-in-law, David Hamm and Bruce Comstock. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Pastor Paul Schmiege of King of Kings Lutheran Church in Willoughby will officiate the service. Burial will be in Willoughby Memorial Gardens in Willoughby.



NAME: Halle "Hal" L. Ricciardo
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Tuesday December 18, 2007 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Halle L. "Hal" Ricciardo Funeral Mass for Halle L. "Hal" Ricciardo, 78, of Painesville Township, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mr. Ricciardo died Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, at Hospice House in Cleveland. Born Feb. 5, 1929, in Cleveland, he was a 50-year Lake County resident, living in Mentor and Painesville Township. He was a member of St. Mary Church in Mentor and a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving with the 82nd Airborne, and was a member of John Towle Chapter of the 82nd Airborne. He was a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers and a golden member of Phi Kappa Alpha. In his leisure time, he loved writing, was a huge sports fan and in his early years had enjoyed golf, but his main hobby was his grandchildren. Mr. Ricciardo was a sales engineer with Sloan Valve of Chicago for many years. He was the beloved husband of Norma (Bishop) Ricciardo; loving father of Ronald J. Ricciardo of Concord, Theresa M. (James) Silva of Reading, Pa., Halle L. Ricciardo Jr. of Willoughby and Randall L. (Pamela) Ricciardo of Mentor; devoted grandfather of Bryan, Justin and Marisa; and brother of Frank Ricciardo of Smyrna, Ga. He was the son of the late Frank and Ann (Nedlick) Ricciardo and brother-in-law of the late Sandra Ricciardo. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be private. The family suggests donations in his name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119, or St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor.



NAME: Lawrence G. Erwin
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday December 19, 2007 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mr. Erwin died Dec. 16, 2007, at LakeEast Hospital in Painesville. Born Feb. 18, 1946, in Cleveland, he lived in Mentor and Willowick for 27 years and previously resided in Geneva. He was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph High School in Cleveland, and was an active alumni who held a lifelong loyalty to the school. He played varsity football in 1961, 1962, 1963 and 1964 and sang the national anthem before the schools' home games. He was a bowling coach at Scores in Painesville. "He loved helping the children and they loved him." His hobbies included latch hooking rugs, genealogy and working on his family trees. He spent much of his quality time with his grandchildren. He also was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Mentor. Mr. Erwin worked as an appraiser in Lake County. Survivors include children, Kathy I. (Douglas) Tarbet of Las Vegas, Nev., Corrie M. Reed of Willoughby, and Matthew M. (Bren) Erwin of Chester Township; and grandchildren, Rachel, Kristapher, Riley and Rory. He was preceded in death by his parents, William A. and Helen M. (Nolan) Erwin; and brother, Dennis W. Erwin. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Route 615, north of Route 2) in Mentor. The Rev. Thomas Elsasser will officiate. Contributions in his name may be made in care of the family.



NAME: Wilmer E. Nycum
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): December 14, 2007 from 2:00 until 4:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Wilmer E. Nycum Wilmer E. Nycum, 80, of Bedford, Pa., died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at Nason Hospital in Roaring Spring, Pa. He was born Feb. 26, 1927, in Sproul, Pa., son of the late Luther and Mary Lena (Miller) Nycum. On June 30, 1949, in Sproul, he married Shirley Kathryn Hoffman and she preceded him in death May 15, 1995. He is survived by one daughter, Donna R. Nycum of Cleveland; three grandchildren, Kristofer Rollins, Jenifer (Jason) Felice and Melissa (fiance, Joshua Lindsey) Rollins; two great-grandchildren, Joshua and Juliana Felice; four brothers, Dale Nycum of California, Vernon Nycum of Altoona, Pa., Melvin (Flora) Nycum of Johnstown, Pa., and Alan (Donna) Nycum of East Freedom, Pa.; and friend and companion, Arla Johnston of Bedford, Pa. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Kay Rollins, July 2, 2006; sister, Dorothy Fickes; and brothers, Kenneth and Donald Nycum. Mr. Nycum was a member of Trinity Reformed Church in Osterburg, where he sang in the choir. He was an active member of the Willoughby Hills Fire Company for 30 years as a Captain and an EMT. He was also a member of the Bedford Elks Lodge 1707. He enjoyed traveling, sports and was an avid golfer. Mr. Nycum retired in 1992, from Lubrizol Corporation in Wickliffe. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home, 214 South Juliana St., Bedford, PA 15522. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor, where visitation will also be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Online guestbook at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.



NAME: Joseph G. Balash
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday December 15, 2007 from 5:00 until 8:00 PM and Sunday December 16, 2007 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Joseph G. Balash Funeral Mass for Joseph G. Balash, 67, of Willoughby, will be noon Monday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Balash died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at the Cleveland Veteran's Hospital. Born July 2, 1940, in Euclid, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 46 years living in Eastlake before moving to Willoughby. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving as a radio man from 1958 to 1961 aboard the U.S.S. Sperry. He loved playing softball for many years, including playing on the Lake County Hospital, Willoughby Eagles 2300 and the Over 50 Eagles softball teams. He was an avid bowler, fisherman and hunter who loved hunting, fishing and cracking jokes. He was also a member of Willoughby Eagles Aerie 2300, where he was also a longtime bartender. Mr. Balash was a meat cutter for Pick-N-Pay, Finast and Topps, retiring in 2000. He was the beloved husband of 43 years to Marianne (Pursch) Balash; loving father of Joseph A. Balash of Willoughby, Michael G. (Tabby) Balash of Olie, Pa., Julie A. (Jamie) Bauer of Eastlake; grandfather of Joey, Shelby and Brandon Balash, Michael, Hannah and Matthew Balash, Brianna and James Bauer; and son-in-law of Jean (Drozin) Pursch of Eastlake. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Beca Ann Balash; parents, Joseph J. Balash and Helen Kintzler; and father-in-law, Anthony Pursch. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



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LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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NAME: Lowell Gene Humphreys, Jr.
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Thursday December 13, 2007 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Lowell Gene Humphreys Jr. Funeral Mass for Lowell Gene Humphreys Jr., 53, of Chester Township, will be 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mr. Humphreys died Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born April 8, 1954, in Charleston, W.Va., he had lived in Cleveland before moving to Chester Township 12 years ago. He loved trucks, motorcycles and especially being with his kids. Mr. Humphreys worked with his father for many years at Gene's Marathon and Sunoco. He had also worked at United Steel many years ago. He was the beloved husband of Debbie Karen Humphreys of Painesville; loving father of Lowell Gene Humphreys III, Melissa Jenny (Bryan) Sanders, David Michael Mikolic, Austin Paul Breeden, Chasity Michelle Breeden, Brittany Reene Breeden, and Ella Danielle Breeden; son of Shirley Ann (Myers) Humphreys of West Virginia; grandfather of Dayanara, Gabrielle, Skyler, Laken, Zyon, Colby and Titan; brother of Jack Humphreys and Sheila Humphreys; uncle of Lisa, Jack and Tiffany; and great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Lowell Gene Humphreys Sr. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. Donations in his name may be made in care of the family.



NAME: Helen A. Musilek
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday, December 12, 2007 From 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Helen A. (Papinchak) Musilek Funeral Mass for Helen A. (Papinchak) Musilek, 76, of Perry, will be 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Musilek died Dec. 9, 2007, at LakeEast Hospital in Painesville. Born March 22, 1931, in Windber, Pa., she had been a Lake County resident for the past 44 years, living in Willoughby before moving to Perry four years ago. She had previously lived in Cleveland. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby. She loved playing bingo and taking trips. She loved her grandchildren and especially loved spending time with them. She was the beloved wife of Joseph R. Musilek; loving mother of Renee Beech of Concord Township., and Robert S. (Christine M.) Musilek of Perry; grandmother of Danielle B. Leblang, Tommy Musilek and Elizabeth Musilek; daughter of Victoria S. (Tratz) Papinchak of Windber, Pa.; and sister of Ann (Steve) Guzo of Pittsburgh, Pa., Dorothy Billy of Pittsburgh, Pa., Joanne (William) Szabo of Windber, Pa., and Steve (Roxanne) Papinchak of Windber, Pa. She was preceded in death by her sons, Daniel M. Musilek and Joseph E. Musilek; father, Steve Papinchak; sister, Mary Hubal; and brothers-in-law, Richard Billy and Mike Hubal. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Jerry D. Allen
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Saturday, December 8, 2007 from 4:00 till 7:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Jerry D. Allen Services for Jerry D. Allen, 57, of Montville, will be 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Route 615), Mentor (north of Route 2). Mr. Allen died Dec. 5, 2007, due to an automobile crash. Born Dec. 13, 1949, in Madison, West Va., he lived in Mentor before moving to Montville seven years ago. Mr. Allen was self-employed as a general contractor. Survivors are his wife, Emma (nee, Bryant); daughter, Dena (Todd) Sale; son, Jerry Jr. (Lisa); grandchildren, Austin and Dylan Sale and Devin Allen; and mother, Mabel White. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Brother Boyd Thomas will officiate at services.



NAME: Thomas L. Pikula
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday December 3, 2007 From 4:00 till 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: PIKULA-Thomas L. Of Cleveland, OH, age 61, November 28, 2007, loving father of Dawn M. Pikula of Willowick, OH; son of the late Sigmund and Carrie Pikula (nee Ziolo); brother of Dolores Kowalczewski of Buffalo, NY, Robert (Barbara) Pikula of Eastlake, OH and Marcia Flak of Buffalo, NY; uncle of Gean, Kevin, Renee, Justin and Julie, Jennifer and Michael, Jr.; former husband of Susan Pikula of Willowick, OH. Mr. Pikula was a member of the American Lithuanian Citizens Club and a member of the Polish Legion of American Veterans. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was employed as a Machinist at Wallace Industries, Inc. and Dependable Tool. Family will receive friends at the McMAHON-COYNE-VITANTONIO FUNERAL HOME, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, OH on Monday from 4-8 PM. Funeral Service, Monday evening 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Services, Tuesday at 2:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery, 2900 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY. Family will receive friends one hour prior to service (1:00-2:00 PM) Tuesday at cemetery.



NAME: Nunzio J. Cirino
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday December 5, 2007 From 6:00 till 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Nunzio J. Cirino Prayer services for Nunzio J. Cirino, 90, of Cleveland, will be 8 p.m. Wednesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Mr. Cirino died Friday, Nov. 30, 2007, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born March, 25, 1917, in Akron, he had been a resident of Lake County for 18 years and was living with his niece and her family in Mentor-on-the-Lake. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Cirino worked at Eaton Axle for many years before his retirement. He was the loving brother of Victor Cirino of Willowick; cherished uncle of Connie (Rick) Discenzo of Mentor-on-the-Lake; great-uncle of Nick and Ricky Discenzo; and uncle of many other nieces and nephews. His parents, John and Theresa (DeVito) Cirino; and brothers, Nick "Bad Eye" Cirino and Dominic Cirino, are deceased. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. Burial will be private.



NAME: Mary J. Krauss
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday December 05, 2007 From 2:00 till 4:00 and 7:00 till 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mary J. (Prelc) Krauss Funeral Mass for Mary J. (Prelc) Krauss, 81, of Kirtland, will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Divine Word Church, 8100 Eagle Road, Kirtland. Mrs. Krauss died Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby. Born March 6, 1926, in Cleveland, she had lived in Euclid before moving to Kirtland 47 years ago. She was a founding member of Divine Word Church in Kirtland, where she was active in the Woman's Guild, Hi Fives, as a former member of the choir and as secretary of the St. Vincent DePaul Society of the church. She was a former member of St. William's Church in Euclid, Euclid Vets Auxiliary and S.N.P.J. In her leisure time, she loved knitting and enjoyed listening to her polkas. She was the beloved wife of Fred J. Krauss Jr.; loving mother of Frank M. (Sue) Krauss of Jackson Township, Michael M. (Karen) Krauss of Concord Township, and Fred J. Krauss III of Kirtland; mother-in-law of David S. Herpy of Willoughby; grandmother of Amber, Ashley, Christy, Matt, Lindsay, Brian, David, Michael and Elizabeth; great-grandmother of Mason Christopher; and sister of Josephine (Bill) Klein of Euclid. Her daughter, Maria G. Herpy; and parents, Matt and Antonia (Chelhar) Prelc, are deceased. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Father Dave Woost will officiate the Mass. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.



NAME: Harriet Sanford Bowden
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: Harriet Sanford Bowden Memorial services for Harriet Sanford Bowden, 93, of Mentor, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2007, at Painesville United Methodist Church, 71 North Park Place, Painesville. Mrs. Bowden died Nov. 28, 2007, at Hartley Manor Assisted Living in Concord Township. Born Nov. 13, 1914, in Painesville, she was a lifetime Lake County resident. She was a 1932 graduate of Painesville Harvey High School and a longtime member of Painesville United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Y's Menettes Club; a former member of the Tri County Voyagers Women's Committee; and was a member of the Fine Arts Association and of RSVP (volunteer for Red Cross Blood Mobile). Mrs. Bowden was formerly employed at Wayside Gardens Company in Mentor and the Blakely Insurance Agency in Painesville. She was the beloved mother of Richard C. Bowden Jr. of Painesville and Christopher E. (Winona) Bowden of Madison; grandmother of Charles E. (Teri) Bowden of John Day, Ore. and Christine (Peter) Cahn of Hinesburg, Vt.; great-grandmother of Charli Ann Bowden, Cody Bowden and Kyle Cahn; and sister of Phyllis (James) Halliburton of Nokomis, Fla. and Hazel (Ken) Deffren of Cincinnati. Her parents, Luther and Grace Sanford (nee Benedict) and brother, Philip Sanford, are deceased. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Painesville. Arrangements are being handled by McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes, Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: John E. Medved
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
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OBITUARY: John E. Medved Funeral services for John E. Medved, 45, of Wickliffe, will be 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3, 2007, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 29840 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe. (Family and friends please meet at the church.) Mr. Medved died Nov. 29, 2007, at his residence. Born May 24, 1962, in Cleveland, he had been a lifetime Lake County resident. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Wickliffe and a graduate of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School. He was also a 1980 graduate of St. Joseph High School. Mr. Medved was a certified diesel mechanic and completed his training at Ohio Diesel in Cleveland. He was employed at the Cuyahoga County Board of Mental Retardation. He was the beloved son of Mary Ann (Rafter) and Albert R. Medved Sr. of Wickliffe; brother of Albert R. (Ruth) Medved Jr., of Willowick, Thomas F. (Mary Ann) Medved of Columbia Station and Paul J. Medved of Twinsburg; grandson of Anna Rafter of Fairview Park; and uncle of Loretta, Megan, MacKenzie, Thomas M., Joseph and Mitchell. There will be no visitation. Father John Retar will officiate the service. Burial will be private. Arrangements are being handled by McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.



NAME: Ashley R. Hall
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Monday December 3, 2007 From 2:00 till 4:00 and 6:00 till 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Ashley R. Hall Ashley R. Hall, age 15 months, beloved infant daughter of Jeffrey D. Jr. and Cody D. Hall (nee McKinzie), of Concord, died Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007, at home in Concord. Ashley was born Aug. 30, 2006, in Bremerton, Wash. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her loving sister, Taylor N. McKinzie and brother, Jordan D. McKinzie; paternal grandmother, Gail A. Snyder of Madison; maternal grandparents, Sandra I. McKinzie of Libby, Mont. and Kenneth D. McKinzie of Oroville, Calif.; paternal great-grandmother, Lois Hall of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and maternal great-grandparents, Bob and Betty Cody of Troy, Mont. and Ruth Boudreaut of Rock Springs, Wyo. Her paternal grandfather, Jeffrey D. Hall Sr., is deceased. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor.



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NAME: Michael J DiDomenico
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday December 2, 2007 From 2:00 till 4:00 and 6:00 till 8:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Michael J. DiDomenico Funeral Mass for Michael J. DiDomenico, 78, of Euclid, will be 10 a.m. Monday, at St. Robert's Church, 23802 Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid. Mr. DiDomenico died Nov. 26, 2007, at his son's residence in Tucson, Ariz. Born Oct. 19, 1929, in Cleveland, he had lived there before moving to Euclid more than 50 years ago. He was a member of the Irish American Club-East Side Inc., in Euclid and St. Robert's Church in Euclid for more than 50 years. Mr. DiDomenico was the owner of OMAR Heating and Cooling and a member of the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society. He was the loving father of James M. DiDomenico of Tucson, Ariz., Nancy M. (Don) Christman of Largo, Fla., and Michael J. (Carol) DiDomenico of Euclid; grandfather of Sara DiDomenico, Brian and Kevin Christman and Julie, Karen, Lauren and Michelle DiDomenico; and brother of Josephine Sciara. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Grace M. (Tobin); son, Daniel; sibling, Ignazia DiDomenico; and parents, Michael and Rose (Settecase) DiDomenico. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions in his name be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Margaret F. Myers
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Sunday December 2, 2007 From 2:00 till 4:00 and 6:00 till 9:00 PM
   
OBITUARY: Margaret F. (Faux) Myers Funeral Mass for Margaret F. (Faux) Myers, 95, of Willoughby, will be 10 a.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Church, 37940 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Mrs. Myers died Nov. 30, 2007, at Fairmount Health Care Center in Willoughby. Born May 13, 1912, in Cleveland, she had been a Lake County resident for the past 68 years, living in Willoughby Township and Willoughby Hills before moving to Willoughby. She was a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby, where she was also a member of the Ladies Court of Mary and Legion of Mary. She was a member of the Willoughby Hills Spark. She was the loving mother of Nancy M. (Richard) Sennett of Milford, Conn., Robert W. (Judith) Myers of Cumberland, and Lois A. (Edward) Flick of Mentor; grandmother of 12; great-grandmother of 25; and great-great-grandmother of two. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Marvin in 1963; daughter-in-law, Sandra K. Myers in 1989; and grandson, James A. Flick, in 2002. Her parents, Alexander and Cora (Burke) Faux; and siblings, Thomas and Robert Faux, Eleanor Ballash and Albert Shaffer Jr., are also deceased. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Father Michael Troha will officiate the service. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family suggests contributions be made in her name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.



NAME: Helen V. Zone (Redikowski)
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Friday March 30, 2007 4-8 PM Saturday March 31, 2007 9:30 AM St. John Vianney Burial All Souls Cemetery
   
OBITUARY: Helen V. (Redikowski) Zone Mass of Christian Burial for Helen V. (Redikowski) Zone, 95, of Willoughby, will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. Mrs. Zone died March 27, 2007, at Salida Woods Assisted Living Facility in Mentor. Born May 15, 1911, in Shamokin, Pa., she had been a Lake County resident for 62 years living in Willoughby. She was a founding member of St. John Vianney Church in Mentor, where she was an eloquent reader, a longtime lector and member of St. John Vianney Seniors. She was a founding member of Regina Angelorum Study Club, member of the Willoughby Knights of Columbus Isabella Guild, where she was a past officer and a former member of Immaculate Conception Church in Willoughby and the Ladies Court of Mary of the church. After retirement, she loved to read, and also enjoyed bowling and golf. Mrs. Zone retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1982. Survivors are her loving children, Paul S. Zone of Willoughby, David A. (Nancy) Zone of Willoughby and Christine L. (Stephen) McClure of Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren, Brian, Katherine, Aaron, William and Stephanie; niece, Judy (Martin) Erne; and nephews, Michael Lisowski and William (Angie) Zolna. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stanley Zone; and siblings, Mary Rynaska, Anne Lisowski and Ben Keller. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St., (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor. Father Thomas W. Johns will officiate the service. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The family wishes to express deep appreciation to the dedicated caregivers of Salida Woods Assisted Living Home and Western Reserve Hospice for the love and care they so generously gave to Helen. ©The News-Herald 2007



NAME: Phyllis M. Dodge
LOCATION: 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094  Driving Directions
VIEWING(S): Wednesday March 28, 2007 4:30 - 8:30 PM
   
OBITUARY: Mrs. Dodge peacfully passed away in her sleep on March 24, 2007. She was born June 13, 1936, in Cleveland, and had been a Lake County resident for 43 years in Willoughby, and prior to that Euclid. She was a member of the Eastlake and Willowick Senior Citizen Centers, a former member of the Willoughby Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, big supporter of Judge Larry Allen, and an avid bowler. Mrs. Dodge was a retired comptroller from Cloyes Gear Company. Survivors are her daughter, Theresa M. (Frank Sr.) Noga of Eastlake; grandchildren, Frank X. "Frankie Jr." Noga, and Justin M. Noga; siblings, William Koller of Cleveland, and Catherine Persic of Mentor-on-the-Lake, and she was