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Jessie R. Shumaker

July 6, 1921 - May 17, 2013

Jessie R. Shumaker of Kent, OH passed away on May 17, 2013. Jessie was born on July 6, 1921 in Mount Airy, NC to Anna Allred and Fred Bunker, grandson of Siamese twins Chang and Eng Bunker. In 1927 Jessie's family moved to Mogadore, OH where she graduated from Mogadore High School in 1940. Jessie graduated with honors from Kent State University in 1944 with a major in Home Economics, and then...
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Robert Earl "Ben" Bettinger

May 10, 1939 - May 14, 2013

Robert "Ben" Earl Bettinger, 74, of Aurora, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Akron General Hospital. He was born May 10, 1939 in Tremont, PA to Robert and Helen (Bettinger) Robson. He served in the U S Navy from 1957 until 1985, retiring as an Air Traffic Control Chief. He later worked as a tower chief at the Cuyahoga County Airport. He is survived by his wife, Teresa D. (Beach)...
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Bessie Squibb

December 11, 1918 - May 13, 2013

Bessie E Squibb passed away May 13, 2013 at the age of 94. She was born in the Cambridge, Ohio area on December 11, 1918 to Ellsworth and Dale Oliver Chalfant. In 1936 she married William B. Squibb and they had two children, Gale and Tom. The Squibb family moved to Kent, Ohio where both Bill and Bessie continued to reside for the remainder of their lives. Bessie was employed by W. T. Grant...
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Lillian E. Wall

December 18, 1918 - May 8, 2013

Lillian E. Wall, 94, of Aurora, died Wednesday, May 8th, 2013. She was born December 18, 1918 in Cleveland, to Edward and Leafy A. (White) Kalina. Lillian began her working career at Midland Steamship Co. in Cleveland and retired in 1986 as an executive secretary for Stouffers in Solon. Her interests were varied and passionate for dance, music, entertaining, golf, and fashion. Lillian...
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Gail (O'Hara) Watson

December 11, 1963 - May 7, 2013

Gay "Gail" Eugena Watson, 49, of Ravenna passed away, after a valiant fight against cancer, Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Hospice Care Center in Copley. She was born December 11, 1963 in St. Louis, MO to Lorn V. and Barbara M (Nix) O'Hara. She was avidly involved in sky diving, hot air ballooning, photography and motor cycling. She is survived by her brothers; Gary (Darla) O'Hara of Bonne...
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Steven Richard Diehl

May 6, 2013 - May 6, 2013

Steven Richard Diehl, of Kent, died Monday, May 6, 2013 at Akron Children's Hospital. He was born May 6, 2013 in Akron, to Charles and Trudy Diehl. He is survived by his parents, Charles and Trudy Diehl of Kent; grandmother, Joan Diehl of Little Rock, AR; grandfather, Richard Diehl of Mountain Home, AR; grandparents, Steve and Ethel Leighty of Penrose, CO. Funeral services will be...
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Robert "Mickey" McMann

June 9, 1936 - May 6, 2013

Robert "Mickey" McMann, 76, of Kent, OH, died Monday, May 6, 2013 at Akron General Medical Center in Stow. He was born June 9, 1936 in Somerset, PA to Clarence Francis and Mary Louise (Zerfoss) McMann. Mickey was a member of the Ravenna Moose Lodge, the Canadian Club and the Harley Owner's Group. He was an avid supporter of Kent State University Athletics. He enjoyed travelling, especially...
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Margaret C. Wise

August 11, 1923 - May 5, 2013

Margaret C. Wise, 89, of Kent, died Sunday, May 5, 2013 at her home. She was born August 11, 1923 in Kent, to Sam and Rose M. (Iarussi) Miller. Margaret retired from Twin Lakes Country Club as manager. She was an excellent homemaker, seamstress, avid bowler, artist and loved to dance. Margaret was a blessing to her family, many friends and grandchildren. She is survived by her sons,...
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Kenneth Lee Layman

March 1, 1916 - April 30, 2013

Kenneth Lee Layman, 97, of Kent, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. He was born March 1, 1916 in Kokomo, IN to Roy L. and Maude E. (James) Layman. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Stow and the Stow VFW. Ken was a loving, caring, giving husband, father, grandfather...
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Stella Theresa Giovangnoli

January 27, 2013 - April 29, 2013

Stella Theresa Giovangnoli, 100, of Kent, died Monday, April 29, 2013 at Heather Knoll. She was born January 27, 1913 in Cleveland, to Frank and Bessie (Wronska) Pudloski. Stella was employed as a cook at Davey Junior High School. She was a member of St. Patrick Church, Catholic Daughters of America, Infant Jesus of Prague Guild, the Christopher Columbus Auxiliary, and the Young at Heart...
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Marjorie (Dodson) Myers

October 3, 1928 - April 27, 2013

Marjorie J. Myers, 84, of Kent, Passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at her home. She was born October 3, 1928 in Akron to Cloyd Edward and Edna Mae (Smith) Dodson. She is survived by her son, Clive "Jim" White of Kent; daughter, Diana Mullins of Kent; grandson, Timothy W. Mullins of Kent; great grandchildren, Courtney Mullins and Lydia Williams; brother, Donald L. Dodson of Kent;...
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Melva June Young

June 7, 1932 - April 22, 2013

Melva June Young, 80, of Kent, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. She was born June 7, 1932 in Byesville, to Thomas and Audree M. Seibert. June was a member of the Kent Church of the Brethren. She was a former employee at NEOUCOM in Rootstown. June volunteered at the Kent Homeless shelter for Kent Social Services and the Portage County Salvation Army. She...
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Dan Donaghy

February 2, 1937 - April 21, 2013

Dan Donaghy, husband of 53 years to Polly Starr Donaghy and father of Anne Merritt Donaghy and Catherine Curtis Donaghy, died peacefully April 21st, 2013. A graduate of Western Reserve Academy and Princeton University, Mr. Donaghy was the long time president of Campus Supply. He joined the board of Hometown Bank in 1960 and became Chairman in 1975, a position he held at the time of his death....
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Doral David Bise

September 17, 1934 - April 20, 2013

Doral David Bise, 78, of Kent, OH, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013 at his residence in Kent. He was born September 17, 1934 in Everson, WV to Burley and Nellie (Fluharty) Bise. He was a veteran of the Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his sons, Raymond (Joanie) Bise of Knoxville, TN., Michael Bise of Mayfield Hts, OH, Daniel Bise of Akron, OH and Darren Bise of San...
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Devon Deonta "Big Daddy D" Conwell

July 2, 1997 - April 17, 2013

Devon Deonta "Big Daddy D" Conwell, 15, of Kent, passed away on April 17, 2013. Devon was born in July 2, 1997 in Ravenna, to Demetrius and Jennifer (Nutter) Conwell. Devon enjoyed playing football and basketball, and was actively involved in athletics at Theodore Roosevelt High School. Devon was truly loved by all and was known for his kind heart, contagious smile and a great sense of...
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Donna Galiardi Escavage

August 22, 1942 - April 17, 2013

Donna M. Escavage Born August 22, 1942, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Stephen and Monica Galiardi. She was a member of St. Patrick Church in Kent. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and, friend who will be missed by all the lives she touched. Survivors include her daughters, Ann-Marie (Jim) Spicer of Doylestown, Faith (Larry Naymik) Escavage of Akron and Dawn...
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Bruce R. Pratt

June 10, 1921 - April 15, 2013

Bruce R. Pratt, 91, of Ravenna, passed away Monday, April 15, 2013 at Woodlands at Robinson in Ravenna. He was born June 10, 1921 in Ravenna, to Harold and Christine (Haine) Pratt. He was Naval Aviator and Pilot Instructor during World War II. He is survived by his son, John (Sehu) Pratt of Grants Pass, OR; daughters, Cheryl Heineman of Kent, Donna (Mark) Janasek of Pinehurst, NC and Ann...
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Francis Arthur Richard "Frank" McNeil

January 6, 1934 - April 15, 2013

Francis "Frank" Arthur Richard McNeil, 79, of Kent, OH died Monday, April 15, 2013 at his home. He was born January 6, 1934 in Halifax, Nova Scotia to James Ronald and Mary (LaPierre) McNeil. Frank started and ran McNeil Travel Service in 1976, which exists today. He was a member of University Parish Newman Center, Knights of Columbus and Kent Lions Club. Frank enjoyed fishing, golf,...
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Gary A. Gluck

August 17, 1946 - April 14, 2013

Gary A. Gluck, 66, of Kent, died Sunday, April 14, 2013 at his home. He was born August 17, 1946 in Ravenna, to Edward and Theresa (Miller) Gluck. He was a veteran of the Army serving during the Vietnam War. He is survived by brothers, Edward A. "Butch" Gluck Jr. of Tell City, IN and Michael A. Gluck of Kent; sons, Tony (Misty) Nicholson of Brady Lake, Chad Laughlin, Michael Laughlin and...
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Donald C. Kemp

June 15, 1930 - April 13, 2013

Donald C Kemp, 82, of Kent, OH, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Maison Aine Care Center in Stow. He was born June 15, 1930 in Cleveland to George and Hazel (Kerns) Kemp. He was a Postal carrier and driver for the Stow Post Office. He is survived by his sisters, Shirley (Robert) Bachman of Atwater and Carol (Jim) Erwin of Barberton; nephews, Craig (Shirley) Bachman of Cuyahoga Falls...
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Ruth M. Evans

November 21, 1925 - April 11, 2013

Ruth M. Evans, 87, of Cuyahoga Falls and formerly of Ravenna, died Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Falls Village Nursing Home. She was born November 21, 1925 in Atwater. She was a member of the Fish Creek Church of the Nazarene. Her children honor her for raising them as a single parent. She is survived by children, Pat Goughnour of Munroe Falls, Mike (Nikki) Evans of Wellington, and Ted ...
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Robert W. Parmenter

August 31, 1925 - April 9, 2013

Robert W. Parmenter, 87, of Kent, died Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. He was born August 31, 1925 in Kent to Samuel W. and Frances M. (Mitchell) Parmenter. He was a 1943 Theodore Roosevelt High School graduate. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II serving in the South Pacific. He then earned his Bachelor's Degree in Botany from Kent State...
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Margaret Agnes Pemberton

August 20, 1918 - April 9, 2013

Margaret Agnes Pemberton, 94, of Ravenna, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2013. She was born August 20, 1918 in Uniontown, PA to Hugh James and Margaret M. (Skiles) McKittrick. She moved from Pennsylvania in 1949 with her family. That family included her then husband, R. R. Baldwin and beloved daughters, Margaret Rae Jenkins and Patricia Jean Kline. She had resided with her eldest daughter...
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Mary Edna Abbott Diffenbaugh

September 29, 1917 - April 8, 2013

Mary Edna Abbott Diffenbaugh September 29, 1917 April 8, 2013 Edna was born on a farm in Belpre Ohio near the Ohio River. She was raised there by William and Lucy Bell Reese Abbott with 3 brothers, Owen, Wilbur and Earl and 1 sister, Augusta, all now deceased. River water ran in her blood. Few things made her smile more than the first glimpse of the Ohio as the road turned to follow the...
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Richard D. "Rick" Lambert

February 23, 1934 - April 7, 2013

Richard D "Rick" Lambert, 79, of Stow, died Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Maison Aine. He was born February 23, 1934 in Ironton, to Golden Elby and Genevieve (Woods) Lambert. He was a veteran of the Navy serving from 1952-1962. Rick was a manager in the Distribution Center at Coca Cola in Akron, and also worked in the office and as a sales rep for Uniwear in Akron. After retiring from Uniwear,...
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Elmer H. Hakin, Jr.

October 13, 1948 - March 26, 2013

Elmer H. Hakin, Jr, 64, of Atwater passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born October 13, 1948 in Akron to Elmer and Clara (Mathers) Hakin. Elmer was in the Marines and retired from the U S Army. He enjoyed spending time with his three grandchildren and his three children. When not with family, he loved to fish. He is survived by his son, Luke ...
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Gerald E. "Jerry" White, Sr.

July 7, 1936 - March 24, 2013

Gerald E. White July 7, 1936 – March 24, 2013 Jerry White, 76, Husband, Father Our Best Friend, taken home on Palm Sunday in the palm of Gods hand. Anxiously waiting till we're together again are his loving wife of 56 years, Yvonne White; children, Christine (Steve) Schofield, Ed (DeAnna) White, Tammy (Tom) Reid, Patricia (Mike) Savage and Mark (Kathy) White; fifteen grandchildren and...
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Caroline Marie (Melesky) Thompson

October 31, 1929 - March 23, 2013

Caroline Marie Thompson, 83, of Kent passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Regency Hospital in Ravenna, OH. She was born October 31, 1929 in Cuyahoga Falls to Joseph and Emma J. (Greenwalt) Melesky. She is survived by her sons, Howard (Lori) Thompson III of Ravenna, and Patrick (Robin) Thompson of Kent; daughters, Christine Spear of Kent and Theresa (Jeff) Smith of Kent; daughter-in-law...
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Marie Thompson Pfouts

December 2, 1914 - March 22, 2013

Marie Thompson Pfouts, 98, of Kent, died peacefully at KentRidge at Golden Pond, Friday March 22nd with her children and grandchildren by her side. She was born December 2, 1914, in Hamilton, OH to Andrew and Matilda (Eisner) Schaub. Marie and her sisters learned the art of glass blowing from their stepfather, Henry Myers. A talented glass blower, Marie did demonstrations at department...
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William D. Haas

February 23, 1942 - March 21, 2013

William D. "Bill" Haas, 71, of Rootstown, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013 at his residence. He was born February 23, 1942 in Weston, WV to Joseph and Mary (Luzader) Haas. Bill worked at Kent Machine for 25 years and Swagelok for 5 years before retirement. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1962-1965 aboard the USS WASP. He is survived by his wife, Judy (Sisler) Haas, whom he married...
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Gerard F. Kennedy

March 2, 1928 - March 19, 2013

Gerard F. Kennedy, 85, of Kent, died March 19, 2013 peacefully at his home with his wife and daughter by his side. Born in South Ozone Park, Queens, New York City in March of 1928, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Kennedy. He leaves behind Bernadette, his wife of 43 years; Ann M. Kennedy, his daughter, of Arlington, VA; his son, James F. Kennedy with his wife Christine along with...
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Janet "Belle" Ward

November 7, 1926 - March 17, 2013

Janet Belle "Jan" Ward, 86, of Kent, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013 at The Gardens Of Western Reserve in Cuyahoga Falls. She was born November 7, 1926 in Ravenna to William and Ora Belle (Hickman) Devine. Janet was a 1944 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Ravenna. She is survived by her son, Gregory (Linda) Ward of Cuyahoga Falls;...
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Mary E. McCombs

June 19, 1944 - March 15, 2013

Mary E. McCombs, 68, of Brimfield Township passed away Friday, March 15, 2013, at her residence. She was born June 19, 1944 in Kent to George and Helen (LeClaire) Mauck. She is survived by her husband, Michael E. McCombs; sons, Richard (Rachael White) King of Kent and Robert Anderson of Ontario, CA; daughters, Kelley (Gary) Labajetta of Kent and Gina Miller of Akron; grandchildren,...
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John Konstantinos

August 13, 1936 - March 14, 2013

John Konstantinos, 76, of Twin Lakes, died Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Justin T. Rogers Care Center in Copley. He was born August 13, 1936 in Yorkville, OH to Kostas and Mary Josephine (Mula) Konstantinos. John was a nationally recognized athlete, football coach, sports administrator, and commissioner with: the Cleveland-Canton-Philadelphia Bulldogs, Temple, William and Mary, NC State,...
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Esther "Johnson" Gretchko

January 29, 1918 - March 13, 2013

Esther E. Gretchko, 95, of Kent, died Wednesday March 13, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. She was born January 29, 1918 in Cleveland to Peter and Julia (Esik) Johnson. After retiring, she and her husband enjoyed living summers on the Outer Banks of North Carolina where they opened a donut shop. They also enjoyed spending winters in Venice, Florida, while still spending...
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Gary F. Larkin

July 16, 1941 - March 11, 2013

Gary F. Larkin, Ph.D. passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2013. He was born July 16, 1941. He was a graduate of Ohio State University where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree and his Ph.D. in Microbiology. He began his teaching career at Kent State University in 1968 where he loved teaching Microbiology to his many students until his retirement in 1994. He was an Alumni member of the...
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Linda Archer

January 29, 1945 - March 2, 2013

Linda Faye Archer, 68, of Monroe, GA, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Clearview Regional Medical Center in Monroe, GA. She was born January 29, 1945 in Akron to Floyd H. and Jacqueline (Christensen) Archer. She is survived by her sons, Terry Lee Roberts of Monroe, GA and Tracy Shawn Roberts of Duluth, GA; daughter, Jackie (Curtis) Cheeley of Monroe, GA; Eight grandchildren and...
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Ruth Pamer

October 23, 1917 - February 28, 2013

Ruth Pamer, 95, of Kent, died Thursday, February 28, 2013 at KentRidge At Golden Pond. She was born October 23, 1917 in Brimfield, to Harry and Cora (Miller) Grund. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She is survived by son, Ronald (Dee) Pamer of Brimfield; daughters, Barbara Pamer of Ravenna and Brenda (Robert) Breznai of Akron; grandchildren, Erica (Jason) Anderson, Kevin Breznai, Kristin...
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Jennifer "Jenn" Ashley Kaplan

January 11, 1986 - February 27, 2013

Jennifer Ashley "Jenn" Kaplan, 27, of Kent, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 27, 2013. She was born January 11, 1986 in Nurenberg, Germany, to Anthony B. Kaplan and Kimberly (Moir) Quinn. She was a beautiful young woman with a wonderful smile and great sense of humor. She brought joy and happiness to many and while we are greatly saddened by her passing, we can take...
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William E. Schlag

February 3, 1928 - February 24, 2013

William E. Schlag, 85, of Kent, died Sunday, February 24, 2013 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born February 3, 1928 in Cleveland, to Edmond Edwin and Mildred (Placak) Schlag. William graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Engineering and was an ardent fan of the Buckeyes and the Cleveland Indians. He was a veteran of the Army during World War II. William...
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Viola Anna Jance

June 15, 1920 - February 23, 2013

Viola Anna Jance (D.'altorio) passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Akron City Hospital. Born June 15, 1920 in Kent, Ohio. She was the daughter of James and Anna D'altorio. Viola was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School, class of 1937. She was employed at Twin Coach Co. and Bonnot Co. in Kent, Ohio. Viola was a member of St. Patrick Church. Her husband William; brothers,...
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Cillian Ryan Bennett

February 4, 2011 - February 21, 2013

Cillian Ryan Bennett Age 2 Passed away on Thursday February 21, 2013 at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson Alaska. He was born to former Ohio resident US Army Sargent Adam Ryan Bennett and Brittany Bennett on February 4, 2011. He is survived by father Sgt. Adam Ryan Bennett and mother Brittany Bennett, sister Emril Bennett and Grandmother Debra Stone, grandmother Lisa C. Bennett and...
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Lisa Sue Dutton

March 3, 1953 - February 20, 2013

Lisa Sue Dutton, 59, of Carrollton, died Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Aultman Hospital in Canton. She was born March 3, 1953 in Akron, to Randolph and Eugenia (Garrigus) Dutton. She is survived by sons, Gabe (Alissa) McGranahan of Akron and Beau (Kelly McMillen) McGranahan of Akron; grandchildren, Andrew McGranahan, Emily Headrick, Kaylee Headrick and Dayna Headrick; sisters and brother,...
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Robert "Bob" Veon

July 20, 1931 - February 20, 2013

Robert Henry "Bob" Veon, 81, of Brady Lake, died Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at daughter, Renee's home. He was born July 20, 1931 in Warsaw, Indiana to Bert and Mary (Jacobs) Veon. He was an accomplished bricklayer with work in residential and commercial buildings. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and the "simple life." He is survived by son, Bruce Veon of Ravenna; daughters, Jeannie (Robert...
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Robert E. Hensel

January 10, 1927 - February 19, 2013

Robert E. "Bob" Hensel, of Kent, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. He was born January 10, 1927 in Barnhill, OH to Thurlow and Sylvia (Leggett) Hensel. Robert received his undergraduate degree from Otterbein College where he was a member of Zeta Phi fraternity. He later earned his Masters of Sciences from Kent State University. Bob was a veteran of the...
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Linda Lee Hall

October 1, 1949 - February 19, 2013

Margaret "Linda" Hall, 63, of Kent, passed away on Tuesday, February 19th at the Cleveland Clinic due to complications from liver disease. Linda was born on October 1, 1949, in Meyersdale, PA to Simon "Bill" and Patricia (Imler) Lee. She attended Riggs Lamar Beauty School after high school, working in a local beauty salon before starting her own business, Linda Hall Designs, in downtown Kent....
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Geraldine Hosey Horner

April 27, 1926 - February 18, 2013

Geraldine Horner, 86, died Monday, February 18, 2013 at Stow Glen Retirement Center in Stow. Gerry lived for many years as an active member of Brimfield Township. Gerry was born April 27, 1926 in Akron to Isaac and Myrtle (Blake) Hosey. A member of the National, Ohio, and Portage County Associations of Realtors, the Brimfield Parks Commission, Brimfield Chamber of Commerce, Kent Card Club,...
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Patricia "Meme" (Imler) Lee

August 13, 1928 - February 15, 2013

Patricia "Meme" Lee September 13, 1928-February 15, 2013 Surrounded by her loving family, Patricia "Meme" Lee, 84, was called home to the Lord, Friday February 15 at 5:28 PM to be with her husband, Bill, who died May 28, 2001. She passed at Fisher-Titus Medical Center following a lengthy battle with emphysema and COPD. Patty was born on September 13, 1928 in Meyersdale, Pa. the daughter of...
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Dorothy "Dottie" Simpson

February 13, 2013

Dorothy Simpson, 95, of Boulder Colorado, formerly a long-time resident of Kent, Ohio, died peacefully on February 13, 2013 at the Balfour Skilled Nursing Center in Boulder County. Dorothy's cause of death was influenza and "failure to thrive" as an Alzheimer's patient. Dorothy was born on January 25, 1918 in New York City to Richard J. and Hazel H. Best. She graduated from Bloomfield High...
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June Mueller Baldwin

July 22, 1929 - February 10, 2013

June Mueller Baldwin, age 83 of Kent died February 10, 2013 at home. She was born on July 22, 1929 in Brockville Ontario Canada to her mother Marjorie Church and was raised by Kurt and Stella Mueller of Cleveland, Ohio. June and her sister Ruth grew up together and they were always very close. She was educated in the Cleveland Schools and graduated from Flora Stone Mather College of Western...
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Jennie A. Collier

May 30, 1921 - February 9, 2013

Jennie A. Collier, 91, of Kent, died Saturday, February 9, 2013 at her home. She was born May 30, 1921 in Niagara Falls, NY to Augustine and Giovanni (Nelbone) DiNoto. Jennie was a member of St. Patrick Church. She was a volunteer at Portage County MRDD, enjoyed knitting, reading and Flea Markets. Jennie loved spending time with her family and going to lunch with David. She is survived by...
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Wallace E. "Wally" Boykin

February 15, 1926 - February 3, 2013

Wallace E. "Wally" Boykin, Sr. Wallace E. "Wally" Boykin, Sr. 86, died after a long illness on February 3,2013. He leaves to cherish his memory, his three sons Wallace "Rusty" Jr., Gregory (wife Brenda), Timothy, and his daughter, Debbie Roberts (husband Sy). He also leaves his six grandchildren, Cameron, Sean, Christopher (wife Chloe), Jasmine, and Allison, and Desmen and a host of...
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Edith M. Miller

October 5, 1915 - February 3, 2013

Edith M. Miller, 97, of Kent, died Sunday, February 3, 2013 at Woodlands At Robinson. She was born October 5, 1915 in Kent, to Marion and Lindi (Debarnardi) Montoni. Edith was a member of St. Patrick Church in Kent. She is survived by sons, Robert (Karen) Miller of Streetsboro and William (Mary Griggs) Miller of Kent; grandchildren, Richard (Jane) Miller of North Carolina, William (Dawn)...
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Marian (Leach) Hughes

November 10, 1936 - February 1, 2013

Marian L Hughes, 76, of Kent, passed away peacefully into the waiting arms of her husband, at Robinson Memorial Hospital, on Friday, February 1, 2013, surrounded by family and friends. Marian was born in Mingo Junction, Ohio and through the years lived in several places until settling in Kent, in 1967, where she and her husband Norman raised 3 children. Marian worked for 41 years as an...
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Norman P. Russell

May 22, 1919 - January 28, 2013

Norman Pierce Russell, 93, of Kent, died Monday, January 28, 2013 at his home. He was born May 22, 1919 in Kent, to George Lafe and Harriet I. (Tarr) Russell. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army during the World War II. Norman was a draftsman at Highway Products and previously at Twin Coach. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Kent. Norman was also a member of the...
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Eleanor Lange Kramer

August 8, 1929 - January 28, 2013

Eleanor M Kramer, 83, of Kent, OH, died Monday, January 28, 2013 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. She was born August 8, 1929 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Anthony and Marie (Shaver) Lange. She is survived by her sisters, Carolyn J. Ludick of Akron, and Maxine Sagawalt of Ravenna, Grandchildren, She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Kramer. Private Family Service. ...
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Leo A. Seefeldt

July 6, 1921 - January 26, 2013

Leo A. Seefeldt, 91, of Kent, died Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Falls Village Retirement. He was born July 6, 1921 in Willow Lake, SD to Herman Adolf and Hannah (Wright) Seefeldt. He was a veteran of the Army serving in WW II. Leo was a member of the Incarnation Lutheran Church in Green Bay, WI, the American Legion and was Past President of Rotary in Shawano, WI. He enjoyed attending the...
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Christine H. Ayers

May 26, 1929 - January 25, 2013

Christine H. Ayers Christine Ayers, 83, of Ravenna, died Friday, January 25, 2013 at her residence. She was born May 26, 1929 in Clayton, WV to Clarence and Elizabeth Thompson. She was a home maker. She is survived sons; Hobart " Buddy" (Maura) Ayers of Kent. and Benny Ray Ayers of Ravenna, daughters: Patricia Ayers of Surfside Beach, SC, Elizabeth Baney of Ravenna, Shirley (Clyde)...
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JoAnn Morris Brown

January 23, 2013

JoAnn Morris Brown, 75, of Aurora, Colorado passed away January 23, 2013. Born in Kent, Ohio, the oldest daughter of Jayne Gougler Morris and Webb Morris, she graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri with a degree in Fine Arts, and later married Ted L. Brown in 1957. An avid painter, reader and gardener, she raised her family of four daughters in Hudson and later in Aurora,...
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Fred W. Anderson

October 27, 1920 - January 22, 2013

Fred W. Anderson, 92, of Kent, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at his home. He was born October 27, 1920 in Kent, to Charles W. and Agnes C. (Haynes) Anderson. He was a technical sergeant in the U S Army during World War II. Fred worked for 16 years at the former Ravenna Hardware and retired after 20 years as plant operator at the Akron Water Plant in Franklin Township. He...
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Arthur "Art" Schempp

July 14, 1937 - January 19, 2013

Arthur W. "Art" Schempp, 75, of Stow, died Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Windsong Care Center, Copley. He was born July 14, 1937 in Cleveland to Elmer and Blanche (Warren) Schempp. He is survived by his sons, David (Nicolette) Schempp of Chagrin Falls, Aaron T. Schempp of Norfolk, VA, and Eric (Kim) Ledington of Victorville, CA; daughter, Sheri Metz of Longmont, CO; step-daughter, Donna...
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Joyce Seese

September 13, 1916 - January 16, 2013

Joyce Seese, 96, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at her residence. She was born September 13, 1916 in Ashtabula, to Neal and Wave (Bricher) Fassett. She was a member of the United Methodist Church. Joyce was an avid reader, loved crocheting, sewing and spending time with her family. She is survived by son, Jon (Ludovica) Weaver of Lake Butler, FL; daughter, Judith (Robert)...
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Richard Charles Coy

November 1, 1962 - January 11, 2013

Richard Charles Coy, 50, of Diamond, died Friday, January 11, 2013 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born November 1, 1962 in Ravenna, to Robert and Eleanore (Clark) Coy. Rick was a beloved and loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a hard working man, and a generous friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and being outdoors. He enjoyed life with his...
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Velma G. Karas

January 15, 1921 - January 10, 2013

Velma G. Karas, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, died Thursday, January 10, 2013 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. She was born January 15, 1921 in Kent. She is survived by son, Peter (Julie) Karas of Peninsula; daughter, Sandi Kline of Cuyahoga Falls; three grandchildren; and brother, Ivan Boyle of Mesquite, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Karas in 2001. ...
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James Arthur Dennis

November 26, 1928 - January 10, 2013

James Arthur Dennis, 84, of Twin Lakes, died Thursday, January 10, 2013. He was born November 26, 1928 in Marietta to Joseph Arthur and Grace M. (Treap) Dennis. He was a veteran of the Army and served during the Korean war. He worked as a Journeyman carpenter for Local 639 in Akron for 43 years and retired after holding the position of Union President. The family would like to thank Harbor...
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Olga "Bannister" Craig

February 8, 1926 - January 9, 2013

Olga Colleen Craig, 86, of Kent, died Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Akron General Hospital. She was born February 8, 1926 in Tamworth, England, to Malcom and Jesse (Dunleavy) Bannister. She is survived by her two sons, Bill (Cara) Craig of Tucson, AZ, David (Ingrid) Craig of SC: daughter, Virginia Martin of Akron: grandchildren, Les Martin of Akron, Shanna Duvall of NC, Meagan Craig of...
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Elizabeth Geldhof

May 29, 1920 - January 9, 2013

Lifelong Kent resident Elizabeth Geldhof died peacefully Wednesday morning, January 9, with her children close by. Smiling almost to the very end, she brought love and happiness to her extended family and her countless friends. Elizabeth Kate White was born May 29, 1920, the third of four children of Stephen and Mary Longcoy White. She grew up in the family home on Prospect Street. Liz...
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Rosalie Ruth Goretti

September 23, 1930 - January 8, 2013

Rosalie Ruth Goretti, 82, of Kent, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. She was born September 23, 1930 in Kent to Clinton Patrick and Mercedes (Shanley) Fitzpatrick. She had been active in the early days of KentFest and other assorted volunteer work. She spent her major time raising her children and enjoying her grandchildren. She is survived by son,...
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Thomas Earley

October 16, 1942 - January 8, 2013

Thomas P. "Tom" Earley, 70, of Tallmadge, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at his residence. He was born October 16, 1942 in Bridgeville, PA, to Paul and Mary (Yellig) Earley. He was a veteran of the Army during the Vietnam war. He is survived by his son James "Jimmy" (Jessica) Earley of Kent; daughter, Bonnie (Michael) Wood) Earley of Kent, grandchildren, Natalie Earley, Maria Earley,...
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Deborah Ann Missimi

August 30, 1946 - January 8, 2013

Debby Missimi enjoyed serving people, whether it was at her parents' restaurant in Kent where she grew up, or as head of Kent Social Services and the Center of Hope in Ravenna, where she worked for a decade before taking ill. The hot meal and pantry programs were more than food for the body, they were food for the soul, she once said. "We believe very much that we're not here only to provide...
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Glenn I. Coldwell

October 31, 1939 - January 8, 2013

Glenn I. Coldwell, 73, of Brimfield, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at his home. He was born October 31, 1939 in Tennessee, to Leonard and Pauline (LeVan) Coldwell. Glenn worked at A&P from 1956-1979 and retired from Giant Eagle as Produce Manager in 1998. He was a car buff and loved to attend car shows. Glenn was an avid to reader. He is survived by his wife, Donna C. (Wymer), whom he...
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Margaret Hunsicker

January 26, 1917 - January 8, 2013

Margaret Hunsicker, 95, of Kent, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Chapel Hill Community in Canal Fulton. She was born January 25, 1917 in Kent, to George and Mary (Linger) Horner. Margaret was a Free Methodist and enjoyed gardening. She is survived by her children, Larry Hunsicker of Gastonia, NC, Sylvia Facemire of Canal Fulton, Gerald Hunsicker of Ocala. FL, Richard Hunsicker of Kent and...
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Ralph Leonard Jordan

August 22, 1948 - January 6, 2013

Ralph Leonard Jordan, 64, of Kent died Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013 at his home. Born Aug. 22, 1948 in Akron, he was the son of Leonard and Roberta Jordan. He was reared in Stow, where he attended Stow High School. He was a veteran of U.S. Army, including two tours of duty in Vietnam from 1966 to 1968, and having attained the rank of Sergeant. Prior to being disabled, Mr. Jordan worked for nearly...
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Loretta J. (DiFilippo) Woods

January 6, 2013

Some people come into our lives and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never the same. . . Other people leave Tyrannosaurus Rex-sized footprints. Loretta (Mam Mam) Julia Woods was one of those people. She changed our lives with her smile, her laugh, and the overflowing love she so generously shared with everyone she met. Loretta was born in Steubenville, Ohio on September 15, 1930. ...
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Genevieve Martha Irwin

January 17, 1916 - January 4, 2013

Genevieve Martha Irwin, 96, of Aurora, died Friday, January 4, 2013 at Heather Hill Care Community in Chardon. She was born January 17, 1916 in Cleveland to Wyman Glen and Alida Mae (Harper) Irwin. Genevieve worked for Rose Institute in Cleveland and Lake City Products Inc. in Solon. She was a member of The Church in Aurora. She is survived by cousins, Barbara Robertson, Ruth Gate, and...
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Elizabeth F. Carmany

February 27, 1925 - January 2, 2013

Elizabeth Carmany, 87, of Kent, died Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. She was born February 27, 1925 in Kent to Charles and Mary (Poci) Mandalari. Elizabeth had worked at Davey Tree. She was a member of St. Patrick Church. Elizabeth was a member of the Gertrude Sandford Doll Club and the National Association of Watch and Clock collectors. She was a kind...
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Elizabeth Jane Fitzgerald

October 15, 1940 - January 2, 2013

Elizabeth Jane Fitzgerald, 72, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, died Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Altercare of Brimfield in Brimfield. Preceded in death by her husband, James Fitzgerald in 2001; her mother, Elizabeth Harman; and granddaughter, Kacy Fitzgerald. She was born October 15, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA to Fred and Elizabeth (Harman) Loegel. She is survived by her sons, James (Tina) of...
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Ronald M. Wartko

May 4, 1933 - December 29, 2012

Ronald M. Wartko, 79, of Suffield, died Saturday, December 29, 2012. He was born May 4, 1933 in Akron, to Peter E. and Bertha (Bennett) Wartko. Ronald was a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Randolph, Knights of Columbus, and the Ohio Operating Engineers. He is survived by his wife, Terri Deeken, whom he married on April 1, 1995; sons, Rick (Karen) of...
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Richard Joseph Rezek

October 25, 1946 - December 28, 2012

Richard Joseph Rezek, age 66 of Kent, Ohio. Beloved son of the late Frank J. Rezek and the late Virginia Mary Bentzen. Loving brother of Paul Rezek (Kathy), Joanne Abbott (Roy), Rebecca Bentzen, Nina Bentzen (R. Kirk Elliott). Beloved Uncle. Private service. A memorial to be arranged at a later date. Friends who wish may make contributions in memory of Rick to the charity of their choice.
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Chester B. Sayre

September 7, 1925 - December 27, 2012

Chester B. Sayre, 87, of Brimfield, died Thursday, December 27, 2012 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born September 7, 1925 in Akron, to Elmer F. and Chloe M. (Donohew) Sayre. Chester was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the Rockton Lodge #316 F &AM, a Teamster and a Kentucky Colonel. He is survived by his son, Charles "Clyde" Sayre of Brimfield; daughter, Dawn Renae Sayre of...
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Llewellyn "Lew" Hintz

August 10, 1929 - December 20, 2012

Llewellyn R. "Lew" Hintz, 83, of Ravenna, formerly of Kent, died Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born August 10, 1929 in Marshfield, WI to Paul and Alvina (Wegner) Hintz. He was a U S Navy veteran, serving during the Korean conflict. Lew was a Milwaukee School of Engineering graduate. He worked for Goodyear Aerospace for thirty-three years, retiring in 1995....
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Donald Samuel Miller

July 19, 1935 - December 20, 2012

Donald Samuel Miller, 77, of Kent, died Thursday, December 20, 2012 at his home. He was born July 19, 1935 in Somerset, PA to Clarence and Edna (Lydick) Miller. Donald was a 1954 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and was a veteran of the Army. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Laborers Local 894 in Akron and the NRA. Don loved to hunt and fish. The family would like to...
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Joseph Rotondo

October 8, 1933 - December 14, 2012

Joseph A. Rotondo, 79, of Kent, died Friday, December 14, 2012 at Kent Healthcare Center. He was born October 8, 1933 in Kent, to Charles and Mickey (Mollica) Rotondo. Joe was a member of St. Patrick Church and the Knights of Columbus. He loved to fish and being outdoors. He is survived by sons, Mike (Kim) Rotondo of Cape Coral, FL and David J. Rotondo of Kent; and numerous nephews and...
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Betty M. Collins

March 18, 1933 - December 13, 2012

Betty M. Collins, 79, of Ravenna, died Thursday, December 13, 2012 at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 18, 1933 in Grand Junction, CO to Frederick and Myrna (McDow) Lauck. Betty was a veteran of the Army serving during the Korean War. MOTHER DEAR IN MEMORIES BOOK THERE'S ONE SO SWEET WHICH MADE MY CHILDISH LIFE COMPLETE. NOTHING DRIED AWAY EACH TEAR, LIKE...
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Richard N. Reaser

August 13, 1939 - December 12, 2012

Richard N. "Rich" Reaser, 73, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. He was born August 13, 1939 in Ronceverte, WV to Earl Preston Reaser and Ina (Boyd) Reaser. Richard was a truck driver for Aurora Casket Company. He was a member of Big Brothers of Portage County, the Kent Garden Club, Beckwith Garden Club, Portage County Cancer...
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Cathy Wiland Ben Yair

December 5, 2012

Cathy Wiland Ben Yair, wife of Moshe Ben Yair was born in Chicago to Jerry and Louise Wiland (Deceased in 1962). She was reared in Kent by her father, mother and stepmother, Joyce Wiland (deceased in 2004). She graduated from University School and attended Kent State University. She relocated to New York City soon after college where she was employed by TWA. She met her husband, Moshe Ben...
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Betty Jane Foor

April 25, 1934 - December 5, 2012

Betty Jane Foor, 78, of Brimfield, died peacefully surrounded by her family Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. She was born April 25, 1934 in Akron to Clarence and Mabel Adams. She was a 1952 graduate of Greensburg High School. Betty had worked as a secretary at several area businesses and finally retiring after 20 years with K-Mart. She was a member of...
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Edward A. "Ed" Waller

March 27, 1938 - December 3, 2012

Edward A. Waller, 74, of Kent, passed peacefully Monday, December 3, 2012 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center, with the support of his wife and surrounded by his family and friends. He was born March 27, 1938 in Tuscarawas County, to Glenn and Mary (Hart) Waller. He was a veteran of the Army. Ed was the owner of All Pro Sportscenter in Kent from 1970-1999, reopening the store in 2010. He...
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Joseph "Joe" Nanassy

August 17, 1942 - December 3, 2012

Joseph A. "Joe" Nanassy, 70, of Kent, passed away Monday, December 3, 2012 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born August 17, 1942 in Cleveland, OH, to Joseph and Margaret (Zitner) Nanassy. Joseph was a 1960 graduate of Crestwood High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and served from 1962 until 1970. Joe enjoyed classic car shows, building model cars, crossword...
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Mary "Drummond" Briganti

May 9, 1925 - December 2, 2012

Mary R. Briganti, 87, of Ravenna, formerly of Youngstown, died on Sunday, December 2, 2012 surrounded by her loving family at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. She was born on May 9, 1925 in Washington, PA to Charles and Emma J. (Beddow) Drummond. Upon the age of 18 she was a Rosie the Riveter for WWII in Longview, Washington. She loved sewing pillowcases for her beloved family...
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Annie Gibson Irving

November 28, 2012

Annie Gibson Irving passed away at her home in Long Beach, CA on November 28, at the age of 97. She was born in Lanarkshire, Scotland and came to the United States as a young school girl. Annie was the last surviving founding member of Maplecrest Golf Course. The other founding members were her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Irving, and two brothers, Jim and Robert. Miss Irving graduated...
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Josephine M. Battista

June 9, 1926 - November 18, 2012

Josephine M. Battista, 86, of Kent, passed away Sunday, November 18, 2012 at KentRidge at Golden Pond in Kent. She was born June 9, 1926 in Ravenna, OH to Joseph and Leta (Naturale) Chionchio. Josephine graduated from Ravenna High School in 1943. During and after high school, Josephine worked in her father's dry cleaning and tailor business in Ravenna. She continued her dry cleaning and...
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William A. Howell

June 19, 1924 - November 16, 2012

William A. Howell, 88, of Kent, died Friday, November 16, 2012 at KentRidge at Golden Pond. He was born June 19, 1924 in Harrison County, to Roy C. and Doris M. (Bethel) Howell. He was a veteran of the Army during World War II. William retired from Goodrich Aerospace in 1984 and from Sealmaster Corporation in 1994. He was a member of Rockton Lodge 316 F&AM and the First United Methodist...
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Mark D. Barber

November 19, 1963 - November 11, 2012

Mark D. Barber, 48, of Ravenna, died Sunday, November 11, 2012 at his home. He was born November 19, 1963 in Ravenna to Frank and Betty I. (Sigman) Barber. He was a member of First Freedom Baptist Church; and the TriCounty Building Trades, both the Akron Local and the International. Mark was a devoted husband, father and Number 1 Papa. He enjoyed reading the newspaper daily, collecting...
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William Arn

June 25, 1924 - November 9, 2012

William James Arn, 88, passed away at home November 9, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. A resident of Kent, he was born in Massillon to Robert and Mary Arn. A veteran of the United States Navy, WWII, he served in the Pacific theater. An educator, he worked as a high school teacher, school psychologist, administrator and university professor. He was a member and participant in many...
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David L. Nemeth

May 19, 1951 - November 5, 2012

David L. Nemeth, 61, of Ravenna, died Monday, November 5, 2012 at his home. He was born May 19, 1951 in Ravenna, to Paul and Edith (Erdos) Nemeth. David enjoyed music and studying history. He was a caring person and enjoyed spending time with his family and his K-Mart friends, especially Shirley. He is survived by his brothers, Richard J. (Ethel) Nemeth of Kent and Ben P. (Alicia) Nemeth...
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Stephen Kadet, Jr.

October 28, 2012

Stephen A. "Steve" Kadet, Jr, 69 of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was born in Painesville, to Stephen A. and Dorothy (Arsulic) Kadet Sr. He was a member of the Mogadore Moose, American Legion in Stow, and the Turners Club of Tallmadge. Steve retired from General Motors. He was a dedicated Cleveland Browns and Ohio State fan. He loved...
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Dale R. Vacha

May 12, 1964 - October 27, 2012

Dale R. Vacha, 48, of Deerfield, died Saturday, October 27, 2012. He was born May 12, 1964 in Akron to Harry and Karen (Vacha) Huntsman. A patriot, Dale served his country first in the Army and then as a contractor overseas with ManTech International as a master mechanic and site supervisor and completed tours in various locations in Iraq. Dale was a motorcycle enthusiast; he could often be...
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Deborah Ortscheid

July 13, 1962 - October 27, 2012

Deborah Ortscheid, 50, of Kent, died Saturday, October 27, 2012 at her home. She was born July 13, 1962 in Ravenna, to Bernard and Linda (Archer) Roberts. Debbie loved to travel and the outdoors. She enjoyed riding motorcycles and live music. Debbie loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren, her loving family and friends. She is survived by her daughters, Bobbie Jo Ortscheid of...
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Daniel B. Adolph

April 11, 1960 - October 23, 2012

Dan died at home on October 23rd after a stoic and brave one-year stand off with cancer. Though he lost his courageous battle, his strong spirit and sense of humor were ever present throughout this difficult challenge. He was a landscaper who enjoyed his friendships with his co-workers and fellow Nascar fans. Dan held the office of Chief and was recognized after his retirement for his 31 years...
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