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MACE, Garnet
GALLIPOLIS, OHIO: Garnet Marvin Mace, 69, died June 2, 1988 at Holzer Medical Center. He was born March 13, 1909 in Radcliff to the late William and Esther Mace. He retired from Gallipolis Developmental Center, and was a member of the National Rifle Association. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Mace; and a sister, Birdeth Chesser of McArthur. Arrangements were handled by Willis Funeral Home. Note: Interment may have been at Vinton Memorial Park.

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MANAGHAN, Mary Lou
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mary Lou Bates Managhan, 78, died September 25, 2009. She was born November 3, 1930 to William and Lydia Bates. She enjoyed the company of her toy poodles, and liked bowling at Southwyck Lanes. Survivors include a daughter, Karen (John) Hagele of Toledo; a son, Jeffrey (Mary) Managhan of Lambertville, MI; 5 granddaughters; 4 great-grandchildren, and her toy poodle, Misty. Services were held at Epiphany Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Edward Managhan; and her parents. Entombment was at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park by Dowling Funeral Home.

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MANEELY, Charles
HEATH, OHIO: Charles Eugene "Chuck" Maneely, 75, died January 12, 2008 at Select Specialty Hospital in Zanesville. He was born November 24, 1932 in Jacksontown, OH. He was a retired machinist at Arvin Meritor (formerly Rockwell International) with 45 years of service. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Marjorie "Margie" Wheeler Maneely; a son, Charles "Chuck" (Maurine) Maneely II; a half-brother, Richard Orr; two half-sisters, Carolyn Bennett and Dottie Bolen; an aunt, Annie Barrett; and a granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bertha Swartz Maneely; and a grandfather, Robert Swartz. Interment was at Newark Memorial Gardens by Brucker-Kishler Funeral Home.

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MARINCIL, Viktorija
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Viktorija Marincil, 78, died January 25, 2010. She was born January 1, 1932. She was the mother of Joseph and Ivo; and the sister of Bozo Katalinic and Marija Biondic, both of Croatia. She had 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Josip. Services were held at St. Paul Croatian Church. Interment was at All Souls Cemetery under the direction of Golub Funeral Home.

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MARKOVITCH, Mildred
AUSTINTOWN, OHIO: Mildred E. "Millie" Markovitch, 85, died February 7, 2011. She was born August 20, 1925 in Youngstown to the late Joseph and Anna Savel. She formerly worked in the cosmetics department at Strouss' Department Store. She attended St. Matthias Church, and was a Eucharistic Minister. She served with the Infant Jesus of Prague Guild and the Sacred Heart and Rosary Society. She was also a member of the Golden Echoes Senior Citizens. She enjoyed sewing, designing Barbie dresses, and feeding squirrels and birds. She is survived by a son, David A. (Ellen) Markovitch of Austintown; a daughter, Lynne (Mickey) Drabison of Youngstown; and 3 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Nicholas A. Markovitch; her parents; and a brother, Andrew Savel. Services were held at St. Matthias Church. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery by Kinnick Funeral Home.

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MARSH, Dorothy
DELTA, OHIO: Dorothy A. Marsh, 90, died July 10, 2010. She was born January 12, 1920 to John and Amanda Tuggle Thomas. She attended the Delta Church of Christ, and enjoyed knitting, crocheting and crafts. She was a former member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by four sons, Dallas (Carol) Marsh of Sylvania, Larry (Carol) Marsh of Onsted, Robert (Karen) Marsh of Fountain, and Daryl (Pat) Marsh of Ooltewah, TN; 18 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and her cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Marsh; her parents; six sisters; and six brothers. Services were held at Delta Church of Christ. Interment was at Swanton Cemetery under the direction of Barnes Funeral Chapel.

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MARSOLO, Carmine
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Carmine J. Marsolo, 64, died November 25, 1983 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center. He is survived by a daughter, Mary Lou Cuva of Cuyahoga Falls. He was preceded in death by a brother, Orlando. Arrangements were handled by Rossi Brothers Funeral Home.

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MARTIN, Josephine
DAYTON, OHIO: Josephine Martin, 69, died May 21, 1990. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Thomas. She is survived by her husband, Amos Martin, Sr.; a daughter, Ella Martin; three sons, Frederick, Cartary, and Amos Martin, Jr.; a sister, Irene Gilliam; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Luke Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by House of Wheat Funeral Home. Note: There is a person with this name and death date interred at the Dayton National Cemetery.

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MARVIN, Thomas P., Sr.
BELLEVUE, OHIO: Thomas Paul Marvin Sr., 66, died May 18, 2004 at his residence. He was born October 11, 1937 in Columbus, OH to Cleland and Gertrude Blanchard Marvin. He worked as a tool and die maker for JEB Modern Machine, Ltd in Republic, and was a longtime resident of Plymouth. Survivors include three sons, Thomas Paul Marvin, Jr. of Attica, Michael Baldridge of Mansfield, and Timothy A. Marvin of Marion; two daughters, Donna Pence of Mansfield, and Tonya Ickes of Attica; 11 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a grandson, Isaac Thomas Marvin. Interment was at Greenlawn Cemetery in Plymouth under the direction of Secor Funeral Home.

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MASCHMEIER, Mildred
MOUNT HEALTHY, OHIO: Mildred Maschmeier, 93, died August 29, 2002 at Mercy Franciscan Hospital in Mount Airy. She was born August 14, 1909 in Cincinnati. She was the mother of William "Bill" and Marcia A. Maschmeier. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Maschmeier; and a brother, Albert Reidel. Interment was at Spring Grove Cemetery under the direction of Chas. A. Miller Sons Funeral Home.

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MASON, Ruth
EAST LIVERPOOL, OHIO: Ruth Mason, 80, died July 9, 2009. She was born October 6, 1928 to the late Robert Delmar Mason and Susie Thomas Mason. She was formerly employed with Homer Laughlin China Company, Hall China Company, and Westinghouse in Pittsburgh. She enjoyed bowling and golf, and attended LaCroft Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by five sisters, Esther Williams of Bolivar, Elene Hoffmanns of Merritt Island, FL, and Mary Deyarmon, June Ward, and Theda Mason, all of East Liverpool; and a brother, Pete Mason of East Liverpool. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, William, Willard, Robert, and Richard Mason; and a sister, Dorothy Holtzman. Services were held at Dawson Funeral Home. Interment was at Spring Grove Cemetery.

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MATHIS, Luther
CHILLICOTHE, OHIO: Luther Mathis, 57, died March 26, 2000. He was born April 2, 1942 in Chillicothe to Sylvester and Blanche Fry Mathis. He owned Elliott-Mathis Flowers for 28 years, and was a coach for the Rams flag football team. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Griffith Mathis; three sons and daughters-in-law, Christopher G. and Christina Mathis, Kevin P. Mathis, and Kelly R. and Lori Mathis, all of Chillicothe; his parents of Clearwater, FL; a brother and sister-in-law, Garland Vester and Anne Mathis of Clearwater, FL; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Dorcas and Andy Amos of Lancaster, OH, Sue and Jack Ellis of Athens, OH, Stacey and William Will of Kokomo, IN, Dawn Katie and Will Perry of Clearwater, FL, and Ynema and Jerry Parker and Bette and Herbert Friedman, all of Chillicothe; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Irene and Lester Griffith of Chillicothe; 4 grandchildren; his nieces and nephews, his great-nieces and great-nephews; and his friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dewey. Services were held at Calvary Baptist Church. Interment was at Grandview Cemetery by Haller Funeral Home.

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MATTHEWS, Florence
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Florence Olson Matthews, 97, died December 26, 2006 in Columbus. She was born August 2, 1909 in Philadelphia to Gustav and Helen Peterson Olson. She was a former resident of Hudson, FL. Survivors include a son, Richard (Patricia) Matthews of Worthington; 2 grandsons; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles W. Matthews; her parents; and two sisters. Services were held at Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home in Worthington. Interment was at Forsyth Memorial Park in Winston-Salem, NC.

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MAVIS, Shirley
ALVORDTON, OHIO: Shirley L. Mavis, 73, died November 7, 2008 at the Defiance Area Inpatient Care Center. She was born May 26, 1935 in Alvordton to Franklin R. and Ruth B. Dilyard Armbruster. She had worked at Bryan Custom Plastics and the Ohio Art Company, and was a member of United Church of God of Fort Wayne, IN. She is survived by her husband, William Mavis; two sons, Terry (Cathy) Mavis of Archbold, and Larry (Jo Ellen) Mavis of Alvordton; a sister-in-law, Marcella Armbruster of Bryan; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers. Interment was at Floral Grove Cemetery in Pioneer under the direction of Eagle Funeral Home.

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MAYNARD, Dorothy
GROVE CITY, OHIO: Dorothy J. Maynard, 73, died March 3, 2007. She was born in Pike County, OH. She retired from General Motors after 27 years of service, and attended the Church of God. She enjoyed canning and sewing. Survivors include a son, Douglas A. Adams of Buckeye Lake; a daughter, Rebecca (Greg) Cooney of Kettering; a sister, Mary Rine of Lake City, FL; 4 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Ray Maynard; a son, Wendell M. Adams; and a grandson, Wendell M. "Mikey" Adams II. Services were held at Bethel Christian Church. Interment was at Bethel Christian Church Cemetery with arrangements by Cotner Funeral Home.

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MAYWHOOR, Cora
LIMA, OHIO: Cora B. Maywhoor, 87, died February 10, 1978 at Columbia Nursing Home. She was a former resident of Toledo, OH. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. Services were held at the Siferd Main Street Chapel.

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MAX, Wilhelmina
DEFIANCE, OHIO: Wilhelmina M. Max, 97, died December 27, 1981 at Defiance Hospital. She was born October 9, 1884 to John Troeger and Wilhelmina Sauer. She was the oldest member of St. Stephen's Church, where she was involved with the Ladies' Aid Society. She is survived by a daughter, Ruth Max; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter Max; a son, Roger; four brothers, Frank, Andrew, Ernest and Elias Troeger; and three sisters, Eliza Fritz, Julia Troeger, and Anna Troeger. Services were held at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church. Arrangements were handled by Mast and Mock Funeral Home.

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MAXIAN, Joseph
BELLAIRE, OHIO: Joseph Maxian, 88, died November 23, 2010 at Belmont Community Hospital. He was born December 22, 1921 in Bellaire to Paul and Mary Gaydusek Maxian. He retired from International Harvester, and was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the former St. Michael Catholic Church. He is survived by a son, Joseph M. Maxian (Debbie) of Moundsville, WV; a brother, Paul Maxian (Rose) of Shadyside; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irma Vereb Maxian; his parents; three sisters, Mary Biers, Rose Cecil, and Anne Landers; and a brother, John Maxian. Burial was at Holly Memorial Gardens in Pleasant Grove under the direction of Bauknecht Altmeyer Funeral Home.

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McCASSY, Malcolm
SHAKER HEIGHTS, OHIO: Malcolm J. McCassy died July 12, 1959 at his residence. He was a furniture salesman, and had formerly lived in Toledo. He is survived by his wife, Loretta McCassy; and a sister, Anna Hankins of Detroit. Services were held at Gesu Church. Arrangements were handled by Brown Forward Mortuary.

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McCOMAS, Florence
ATHALIA, OHIO: Florence McComas, 89, died April 7, 1999 at Sunset Nursing Home. She is survives by her nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman McComas. Burial was at Miller Cemetery with arrangements by Hall Funeral Home.

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McGARRY, Mabel
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mabel McGarry, 58, died August 1, 1942 at her residence. She was a member of Good Shepherd Church and its Altar Society, and the Ladies' Catholic Benevolent Association. Survivors include her husband, George; three sons, Charles, Edmund and John; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Etue; two brothers, Home Etue and Herman Etue; a sister, Bernice Jacobs; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at Good Shepherd Church. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery by Nally and Tohle Mortuary.

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McKILLIP, Charles
TIFFIN, OHIO: Charles L. McKillip, 88, died December 5, 1980 at Mercy Hospital. He was a retired professor at Tiffin University. He taught real estate and insurance courses for 27 years. He had owned the Chambersburg, PA Business School and managed the Altoona, PA School of Commerce. He began teaching in Lyda, OH in 1915. He was a former principal at Willard High School, and taught at Columbian High School. He was a charter member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity at Miami University, and founder of the Sigma Omega Sigma chapter at Tiffin University. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife, M. Evelyn McKillip; and a stepson, Edwin Ricker. Arrangements were handled by Turner-Engle Mortuary.

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McMILLEN, Velma
CALCUTTA, OHIO: Velma Jane Grimes McMillen, 89, died November 27, 2004. She was born March 3, 1915 to the late Thomas J. and Mary A. Carner Grimes. She was a clerk at Thorofare Market, and attended Boyce United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, David L. Armstrong of Calcutta; 4 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis H. McMillen; a brother, Calvin Grimes; and her parents. Services will be held at the Calcutta Chapel of Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Home. Burial was at Spring Hill Cemetery.

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McNALLY, Delores
ARCHBOLD, OHIO: Delores McNally, 75, died December 31, 1998 at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold. Survivors include her sons, Lawrence and Dennis (Mary) Bailey and Edward and Michael McNally; a sister, Laura (Albert) Hunt; 8 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandhildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John McNally, Sr.; and her parents, Raymond and Vera Lemle. Interment was at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park under the direction of Bersticker-Scott Funeral Home.

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McNOUN, Belle
WINCHESTER, OHIO: Belle McNoun, 73, died January 4, 1933. She was the daughter of Samuel and Sallie Ann Eyler McNoun. She was a longtime teacher in Brown County. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and past regent of the Daughters of America. She was a Presbyterian. She was unmarried, and was preceded in death by all of her siblings. Burial was at the Winchester Cemetery with arrangements handled by Bradford Funeral Home.

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McQUESTION, Leo
TOLEDO, OHIO: Leo C. McQuestion died July 25, 1944. He was a casualty of World War II, and died of combat wounds received in Saint-Lo, France. He enlisted in the Army in September of 1943. Before going to France, he served in England with an anti-tank division, and had also been stationed at Camp Van Dorn in Mississippi and Fort Benjamin Harrison in Indiana. He had attended Whitmer High School and was a former setup man at the Dura Co. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William G. MacQuestion; two sisters, Helen Garber and Dorothy Dombrosky; four brothers, Arthur, Chester, Darl and Paul; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Brown. Burial with military honors was at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Abele Funeral Home.

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MEDVEC, Genevieve
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OHIO: Genevieve A. Medvec, 58, died April 19, 1999. She was born August 7, 1940 in Pennsylvania. She was a retired manager at Bell Telephone with 33 years of service, and was an usher at Playhouse Square theaters for 12 years. She served as treasurer of the Mills Creek Condominium Association, and was a member of St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church. She is survived by three sisters, Imogene Vinoski of Pennsylvania, Dolores Medvec of Westlake, and Judy Kozar of Westlake. Services were held at St. Julie Billiart Church. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery under the direction of David Bogner Family Funeral Home .

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MEINHART, Philip
POMEROY, OHIO: Philip W. Meinhart, 72, died December 25, 1973 at Holzer Medical Center. He was born April 7, 1901 to Jacob and Mary Scholl Meinhart. He was active with Masonic Lodege #363 in Middleport, Royal Arch Masons, and Ohio Valley Commandery #24, Knights Templar. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Church in Pomeroy. Survivors include his his wife, Genevieve Smith Meinhart; a sister, Edith Hines of Pomeroy; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Helen Greathouse; and a brother, Max. Interment with Masonic rites was at Beech Grove Cemetery under the direction of Ewing Funeral Home.

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MELLE, Warren
PARMA, OHIO: Warren W. Melle, 72, died November 2, 2008. He was born August 14, 1936. He was the husband of Arlene Young Melle; and the father of Lance W. Melle, Karen M. Bryant, and Susan J. Sardina. He had 3 grandchildren, and is also survived by a pet, Bridgette. Interment was at West Park Cemetery in Cleveland. under the direction of Busch Funeral Home.

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MENDEZ, Fundador
DESHLER, OHIO: Fundador "Flacko" Mendez, 74, died January 19, 2008. He was born February 1, 1933 in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, and was the son of Rosario Mendez. He was a farm laborer. He was a resident of Oak Grove Healthcare Center for 17 years. He is survived by his caregivers and fellow residents at Oak Grove Healthcare Center. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery with arrangements by Rodenberger Funeral Home.

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MERICKEL, George
MAUMEE, OHIO: George M. Merickel, 77, died August 13, 1991 in Sacramento, CA. He was born June 3, 1914 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was a realtor with Lindsay Realty Co., and had also been a buyer at Tiedtke's Department Store, a manager at J.C. Penney's, and a sales representative with the Newell B. Newton Company. He was a World War II veteran. He was a member of the Tiedtke's Oldtimers Club and the Toledo Area Theatre Organ Society. Survivors include two nephews, William W. Aull of Sacramento, CA, and Alan P. Merickel of Tallahassee, FL; a niece, Patricia Delbecq of Brevard, NC; and his friends. Services were held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Toledo. Services were also held in Sacramento, CA.

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MEYERS, Alice
WINTERSVILLE, OHIO: Alice Meyers died August 2, 1964 at the Ohio Valley Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Minto. She was a native of Mingo Junction, OH, and a former resident of Massillion. She was survived by a sister, Mrs. Eva Whitten of Steubenville; and two brothers, Raymond C. Minto of Wintersville, and John Minto of Mingo. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Meyers; and a brother, Clarence Minto. Interment was at the Massillion Cemetery under the direction of Cole Brothers Funeral Home.

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MICHELHAUGH, Carolyn
REYNOLDSBURG, OHIO: Carolyn Michelhaugh, 63, died January 30, 2000. Survivors include her husband, Richard B. Michelhaugh; a son, Richard D. Michelhaugh; a daughter, Christina Herriott; and 5 grandsons. Services were held at Evangel Temple Assemblies of God. Arrangements were handled by Cotner Funeral Home. Note: Date of birth may be October 20, 1936, and one source lists a person with this name interred at Headley Cemetery in Franklin County, OH.

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MILILLI, Enrico
AKRON, OHIO: Enrico Mililli, 48, died February 25, 1938 at the Marine Hospital in Cleveland. He was born June 7, 1889 in Italy to Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Mililli. Burial was in Akron.

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MILLER, Earlene
BROOKVILLE, OHIO: Earlene F. Miller, 54, died December 23, 2004. She was born December 24, 1949 in Richmond, IN to H. Earl and Marguerite Hart Gilbert. She was a claims supervisor at Metropolitan Life Insurance in Dayton with 28 years of service. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and had been a Mother Advisor for the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. She also served as an officer for the VFW Auxiliary and the Jackson High School Alumni. She is survived by her husband, Ron Miller; a daughter, Angela N. Noble of Bossier City, LA; a sister, Donna (Gilbert) Garcia of New Paris; 2 grandsons; and a niece. Interment was at Springlawn Cemetery under the direction of Barnes Funeral Home.

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MILLER, Larry
GALLIPOLIS, OHIO: Larry Foster Miller, 68, died July 11, 2008 at his home. He was born April 13, 1940 in Gallipolis to Foster Lee and Ruth Marie Ruddlesden Miller. He retired from the City of Gallipolis, and enjoyed fishing. Survivors include four children, Brad, Diane, Katrina and John; two sisters, Judy Owens of Avon, IN, and Brenda Whitaker of Florida; a brother, Roger Miller of Columbus; and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Allen, Ivan and David Miller; and a sister, Doris Copley. Interment was at Reynolds Cemetery under the direction of Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home.

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MILTHALER, Winnie
CENTERVILLE, OHIO: Winnie Milthaler, 68, died May 6, 2001. She was born December 1, 1933. She is survived by her husband, Robert "Bob" Milthaler, Sr.; a daughter, Janie Milthaler and Ed Weber; a son, Robert Milthaler, Jr.; 3 grandchildren; a great-grandson; a great-granddaughter on the way; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Jane Nadosky; and a brother, Ray Nadosky. Interment was at Woodland Cemetery under the direction of Routsong Funeral Home.

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MINER, Elizabeth
MARIETTA, OHIO: Elizabeth Miner, 83, died February 13, 2007. She was born November 19, 1923 in Doylestown to John H. Miner and Edna Weinsheimer Miner. She was a former secretary, and also worked at Sun Rubber Company. She was a Women's Army Corps veteran of World War II. She is survived by a sister, Ruth Palcic of Barberton; and a niece, Susan Reynolds of Caldwell. She was preceded in death by her parents. Interment of cremains was at Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Doylestown by Hadley Funeral Home.

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MINNEY, Vada
SCIOTOVILLE, OHIO: Vada McGraw Minney, 65, died August 18, 1982 at Greenbrier Convalescent Center. She was a retired housekeeper for the Chillicothe Sanatorium, and was a native of Lewis County, KY. Survivors include her husband, Ben Minney; two sisters, Elsie Hurley of Jeffersonville, and Hazel Jarrells of Coal Grove; and a brother, Clifford McGraw of Yellowbud. Interment was at Mount Zion Cemetery in South Shore, KY under the direction of Brant Funeral Home.

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MINNICH, Lois
EATON, OHIO: Lois Minnich, 90, of Eaton, died August 2, 2004. She was a former resident of Potsdam, OH, and was a member of Potsdam Church of the Brethren. She is survived by a sister, Ruth Fudge of Eaton. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Eva Strader Minnich. Burial was at Mote Cemetery under the direction of Hale-Sarver Funeral Home.

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MIRACLE, Jack
ROOKSTOWN, OHIO: Jack L. Miracle, 81, died January 4, 1982. He was born November 4, 1900 in Kentucky. He was a longtime resident of the Cleveland and Rookstown areas. Survivors include seven daughters, Mrs. Ava Bunch, Gail (William) Decker, June (Joseph) Martukovich, Mary (Ted) Turk, Jackie (Bruce) Mosansky, Jesse (Don) Kontor, and Mrs. Mae Wilson; three sons, Gene, Ted and Wayne; a sister, Mrs. Ellen Clawson; and over 100 combined grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Interment was at the IOOF Cemetery in St. Marys by Wood Funeral Home.

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MITSEFF, Kathryn
CANTON, OHIO: Kathryn Elizabeth Mitseff, 61, died October 9, 1983. Survivors include her husband, Mike Mitseff; and two brothers, Thomas L. McDonald of North Canton, and Roger L. McDonald of Canton. Services were held at Welch-Sekeres Funeral Home. Interment was at St. John's Cemetery.

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MOCHER, Albert
WADSWORTH, OHIO: Albert J. Mocher, 90, died December 16, 2008 at Altercare of Wadsworth. He was born June 21, 1918 in Banning, PA to Joseph and Anna Brugos Mocher. He retired from the Ohio Edison Company with 35 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a former resident of Akron, and had lived in Wadsworth for 27 years. He attended Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Seville, and was a member of the Ohio Edison Retirees. He enjoyed golf and bowling, and was a baseball player in his youth. He is survived by his wife, Eva Neidert Mocher; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Matilda Havicon, Margaret August, and Magdalena Weidman; and two brothers, William and Alfred Mocher. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Wadsworth under the direction of Gillman Funeral Home.

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MONTGOMERY, James D.
BETHESDA, OHIO: James D. Montgomery, 67, died March 9, 2007. He was born December 26, 1939 to the late Leslie Montgomery, Sr. and V. Blanche Garrett Montgomery. He retired from Northwest Airlines, and was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a Protestant. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Stockham Montgomery; a daughter, Deborah (Mike Creed) Beaver of West Chicago, IL; a son, Robert E. Montgomery of Phoenix, AZ; 3 grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Sedalia Whitfield, Luella MacFadyen, and Eileen MacFadyen; and two brothers, Leslie C. Montgomery, Jr. and Kenneth Montgomery. Arrangements were entrusted to Grisell Funeral Home and Crematory.

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MOORE, Helen
CANTON, OHIO: Helen C. Moore, 79, of Canton, Ohio died January 21, 2003 at her residence. She was born August 27, 1923 in Canton to Charles and Madge Corbett. She retired from Aultman Hospital with 30 years of service. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Dana and Michael Moore; a sister, Mary Horvath; and a granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Charles Corbett. Cremation arrangements were handled by Reed Funeral Home.

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MOORE, Rev. Lillian
CANFIELD, OHIO: Rev. Lillian E. Moore, 78, died February 5, 1983 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center in Youngstown. She was born August 10, 1904 in Youngstown to Frank and Laura Snyder Popowich. She was ordained to the ministry in 1933. She and her husband served at Summit Assembly of God in McDonald, the First Assembly of God in Girard, and the Highway Tabernacle, and were missionaries and Bible translators in Africa. She was a graduate of Central Bible College in Springfield, MO. Survivors include her husband, Paul H. Moore; two brothers, Paul Popowich and Frank Popwitch; and three sisters, Theda M. Walsh, Belva Pershing, and Neva Johnson. Burial was at Green Haven Memorial Gardens by Lane Funeral Home.

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MOORE, Mary
FAIRBORN, OHIO: Mary E. Moore, 40, died December 27, 2004. She was born November 20, 1964 to William and Margaret Anderson. She was a home health care aide, and attended Pleasant Grove Missionary Church. Survivors include her husband, Jeff; a son, James Moore; a daughter, Erin Moore; her mother and stepfather, Margaret and Jerry Greer; a sister, Pamela Anderson; and two brothers, Claude Anderson and William Anderson. She was preceded in death by her father. Burial was at Byron Cemetery under the direction of Belton Funeral Home.

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MOORE, Velma
GEORGETOWN, OHIO: Velma Moore, 82, died June 6, 2004 at the Villa Georgetown Nursing Home. She was born June 10, 1921 to John and Mary Ann Moore Bradley. She was a member of the New Burlington Baptist Church in Mount Healthy. Survivors include her husband, Elva Moore; a daughter, Barbara Holstein of Mason; a son, David Moore of Georgetown; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and nine siblings. Services were held at New Burlington Baptist Church. Interment was at New Burlington Cemetery in Mount Healthy under the direction of Cahall Funeral Home.

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MORING, Laura
SYLVANIA, OHIO: Laura Lee Moring, age 2 months, died February 4, 1959 at the family home. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moring; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Ehrmin and Mrs. Anna E. Reilly, all of Toledo. Interment was at Toledo Memorial Park under the direction of Gardner-Dolbee Mortuary.

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MORRIS, Rosa
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Rosa Lee Morris, 72, passed away October 19, 2009. She was the wife of James Morris; the mother of James, Jr., April and Beatrice Morris; and the sister of Williadean Jones, Sam Jones, Jr., and Ernestine Bryant. She was preceded in death by two children, Linda and Charles. Arrangements were entrusted to Gaines Funeral Home.

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MOLESKI, Catherine
JACKSONVILLE, OHIO: Catherine Moleski, 99, died March 11, 2005 at Rockmill Rehabilitation Center in Lancaster. She was born May 27, 1905 in Jacksonville. She attended Holy Cross Catholic Church in Glouster. Survivors include two sons, Daniel (Norma) Moleski of Lancaster, and Robert (Alise) Moleski of Indiana; a daughter, Marie Famularo of Pennsylvania; 22 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; and 23 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Julius Moleski; a son, Lawerance Moleski; her parents; three sisters; and three brothers. Services were held at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Interment was at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Glouster with arrangements by Cardaras Funeral Home.

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MOMGAUDAS, Walter
TOLEDO, OHIO: Walter Momgaudas, 61, died February 16, 1981 at St. Vincent Hospital. He and his wife ran Jennie's Korner Tavern. Survivors include his wife, Jennie Momgaudas; five daughters, Donna Thomas, Nejola Chamberlin, and Irene, Regina and Rita Zitkuti; two sons, Richard and Walter J.; and a stepdaughter, Zita Momgaudas. Services were held at St. Hedwig Church. Arrangements were handled by Urbanski Mortuary.

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MONACO, Angelo
HUBBARD, OHIO: Angelo Monaco, 77, died August 3, 1979. He was born in Italy on April 7, 1902 to Santo and Marguerite Monaco. He came to the U.S. in 1904, and lived in Steubenville, later moving to Campbell. He retired from the Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. with 45 years of service. He attended St. Lucy's Church in Campbell, and was a member of United Steelworkers Local #1418. Survivors include a son, Sandy; a daughter, Mrs. Gerry Carsone; two sisters, Jane Valerio of Campbell, and Lucy Piccirilli of Sharpsville, PA; and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Dolores Paris Monaco. Arrangements were handled by Rich Funeral Home.

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MOUNTCASTLE, Dr. Harry
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Dr. Harry William Mountcastle, 80, died May 22, 1955. He was a native of Pittsburgh. He had used his stepfather's last name, Springsteen, for over 20 years before using his father's name, Mountcastle. He was a retired professor emeritus of physics at Western Reserve University, and held a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University. He was on the Reserve faculty for 38 years. He was a researcher on many different subjects, including the thermal conductivity of glass and the magnetic rotation of sodium vapor. He was a former general secretary of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Funeral services were private.

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MOYER, Goldie
WATERVILLE, OHIO: Goldie L. Moyer, 91, died June 16, 1983 at the Hillcrest Care Center in Waterville. She had lived in Waterville for a decade, and formerly lived in Delta, OH. She was a Past Worthy Matron in the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include a son, Edward; and a sister, Mrs. Pearl Hoffsis. Interment was at Greenlawn Cemetery in Delta under the direction of Neville Mortuary.

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NAVARRE, Walter
SANDUSKY, OHIO: Walter M. Navarre, 79, died May 10, 1967 at the Veterans' Hospital in Cleveland. He was a native of Oregon. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War I, and a resident of the Ohio Soldiers and Sailors Home. He and had been a longtime Toledo resident. Survivors include a brother, Melvin J. Navarre of Toledo; and a sister, Mrs. May McKeown of Toledo. Services were held at the chapel of the Ohio Soldiers and Sailors Home. Arrangements were handled by Suitor Mortuary.

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NECHOFF, Daniel
TOLEDO, OHIO: Daniel Christ Nechoff, 81, died March 31, 2009. He was born April 22, 1927 to Chris and Vacila Nechoff. He was a production worker at Jeep, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by a brother, John Nechoff. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Peter Nechoff. Interment was at Willow Cemetery under the direction of Hoeflinger-Bolander Funeral Home.

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NEHEZ, Helen
YELLOW SPRINGS, OHIO: Helen L. Nehez, 87, died September 21, 2010. She was born December 23, 1922 in Clairton, PA to Steve and Sophia Sumegi. She attended St. Paul's Catholic Church. She is survived by a daughter, Loretta of Yukiah, CA; a son, Paul of Yellow Springs; and a sister, Irene of Cathedral City, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Stephen Michael Nehez, Sr.; and a son, Stephen Michael Nehez, Jr. Services were held at St. Paul's Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Paul's Church Cemetery under the direction of Jackson Lytle and Lewis Funeral Home.

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NEKICH, Phyllis
AMHERST, OHIO: Phyllis Doris Landers Nekich, 70, died November 1, 2007 at St. John West Shore Hospital in Westlake. She was born February 20, 1937 in Paradise, WV to William and Dorothy Bailey Landers. She was a retired line inspector for Ford Motor Corp. in Lorain. She had been living in Amherst for the past 20 years, and formerly lived in Paradise, WV and Plymouth, WV. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1442, the VFW Women's Auxiliary, and American Legion Post #118. She was also a Meals on Wheels volunteer. She is survived by her husband, Jacob Richard "Jake" Nekich; a son, Richard Russert of Mitiwinga; two stepsons, Chris Nekich of Amherst, and Lance Nekich of Indiana; her stepdaughters, Dawn Pampush of Brunswick, Niki Dorsei of Lorain, Autumn Nekich of Texas, and Karen Hopkins of Colorado; seven siblings; 3 grandchildren; and 7 step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Annette Heath; her parents; and a sister. A memorial service was held at the Amherst VFW Hall. Arrangements were entrusted to Hempel Funeral Home.

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NELSON, Flora
TOLEDO, OHIO: Flora Jane Nelson, 70, died March 7, 1975. She was born in Defiance, OH to Franklin and Alda May Davis Carpenter. She was survived by her husband, Nels Nelson; two sons, Fred of Toledo, and William of Lapeer; a daughter, Mary Jane Jankowski of Toledo; three brothers, a sister; and her grandchildren. Interment was at Ayersville Cemetery under the direction of Worth Clegg Funeral Home.

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NEVLING, Arthur D., Jr.
STREETSBORO, OHIO: Arthur D. Nevling, Jr., 50, died October 31, 2008 in Streetsboro. He was born September 30, 1958 in Philipsburg, PA to the late Arthur D. Nevling, Sr. and Helen Mraz Nevling Romese. He worked at Ford Motor Co. in Walton Hills for 20 years, and was a member of the United Auto Workers of America. Survivors include his wife, Debra Tengler Nevling; his mother, of Ginter; a sister, Joan O'Leary of Janesville; his cousins; and his uncles and aunts. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur D. Nevling, Sr.; his stepfather, James Romese; his maternal grandparents, John and Mary Mraz; his paternal grandparents, Ai and Fredora Nevling; and several aunts and uncles. Interment was at Beulah Cemetery in Ramey, PA under the direction of Kruise Funeral Home.

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NEWCOMER, Wilma
MAUMEE, OHIO: Wilma L. Newcomer, 81, died October 30, 1997. Survivors include a daughter, Carol J. (Blake) Griffey of Maumee; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter. Arrangements were handled by Reeb Funeral Home.

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NEWPOFF, Sam
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Sam Newpoff, 61, died August 29, 1956. He owned Sam's Outlet Store, and was a member of Agudas Achim Congregation and B'nai B'rith. He was survived by his wife, Fannie; two daughters, Mildred Winner and Helen Marx; two sons, Harvey and Benny; three sisters, Mrs. Nathan Kessler, Mrs. Rose Newpoff, and Mrs. Lottie Lapinsky; a brother, Harry; and 8 grandchildren. Interment was at Agudas Achim Cemetery under the direction of Snider Funeral Home.

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NEYLAND, Brenda
TOLEDO, OHIO: Brenda Gene Neyland, age 13 days, died December 24, 1952 at Riverside Hospital. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. McLaurin Neyland. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Sherrill Mortuary.

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NICHOLS, Harvey J.
BELLVILLE, OHIO: Harvey J. Nichols, 89, died September 4, 2004 at MedCentral Health System in Mansfield. He was born February 1, 1915 in Knox County to Homer and Nellie Brokaw Nichols. Survivors include two daughters, Carol Cogar of Bellville, and Esther (Robert) Wilcox; two sisters, Mary Finkey and Wanda Hollar, both of Mansfield; 3 grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Morgan Nichols; a son, Gerald Nichols; a sister, Pearl Laribee Niman; two brothers, Carl and Chester Nichols; and a daughter-in-law, Judy Nichols. Interment was at the Bellville Cemetery under the direction of Snyder Funeral Home.

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NICHOLS, Parley
HARTVILLE, OHIO: Parley L. "Nick" Nichols, 81, was found deceased on April 14, 2010. He was born September 20, 1928 in Harrisville, WV to Everett and Orpha Goodwin Nichols. He owned Nick's Body Shop in Hartville, and was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Mary Ellen Nichols of Hartville, and Tony and Cheri Nichols of Winston-Salem, NC; two brothers, Earl Nichols of West Virginia, and Bill Nichols of California; 5 grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; and his faithful dog, Lady, who was found guarding over him. He was predeceased by his wife, Franca Nichols; and a brother, Wilbur. Interment was at the Hartville Mennonite Church Cemetery under the direction of Arnold Funeral Home.

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NIZNIK, Mary
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Mary Niznik, 64, died November 23, 1988 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center. She was born August 12, 1924 in Youngstown to Samuel and Theodora Taichenenka Serednesky. She was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Survivors include her husband, Charles, Jr.; a daughter, Jacqueline Martin of Youngstown; two sisters, Kathryn Cichon and Ann Fajcak; three brothers, Michael, Charles and Stephen Serednesky; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Richard and Edward. Services were held at Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Arrangements were handled by Kinnick Funeral Home.

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NOBIL, Leita
AKRON, OHIO: Leita K. Nobil, 58, died May 4, 1992. She was a dental hygienist. She was a member of Temple Israel, and served on the women's board at Akron General Medical Center. Family members include her husband, Thomas J.; her children, Tracey Nobil of Silver Springs, MD, David Nobil of Boston, MA, and Lynne Bouton of Wilmington, DE; two sisters, Sharon Klein of Ann Arbor, MI and Judith Stahl of Torrance, CA; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at Gordon Memorial Home. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery in Akron. Note: One record lists her as the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Meyer Klein.

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NOFZIGER, Frank
ARCHBOLD, OHIO: Frank Nofziger, 88, died November 15, 1988 at Fulton County Health Center in Wauseon. He was born April 27, 1900 to Frank and Leah Morningstar Nofziger. He was the manager of Rich's Food Locker for 20 years, and had previously worked at King Brothers Grocery. He was a volunteer firefighter in Archbold for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Delores Ruffer Nofziger; a daughter, Mrs. Rose Bodette of Toledo; two sons, Robert of Archbold, and Lowell of Huntersville, NC; a sister, Mrs. A.C. Fischer of Archbold; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by three brothers, Raymond, Ora and Oliver; and a sister, Mabel Nofziger. Burial was at the Archbold Cemetery by Short Funeral Home.

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NOTTINGHAM, Linda
CENTERVILLE, OHIO: Linda R. Nottingham, 62, died May 2, 2009. She was born February 27, 1947 in Dayton to Denver F. Nottingham and Ruth Farley Nottingham. She retired from the Dayton and Montgomery County Library, and was a member of the Ohio Library Association. She was a graduate of Miami Jacobs College. Survivors include a sister, Janet L. Nottingham of Centerville; and a great-aunt, Marcella Womack of West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents. Interment was at Valley View Memorial Gardens by Tobias Funeral Home.

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OBARSKI, Rose
SYLVANIA, OHIO: Rose Obarski, 83, died June 21, 1987 at the Lake Park Nursing Care Center in Sylvania. She was a charter member of St. Pius X Church. Survivors include a son, Alvin; a daughter, Mrs. Arline Granata; 9 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Pius X. Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roman A. Obarski. Arrangements were handled by Ansberg-West Mortuary.

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O'BOYLE, Sister Mary Benigna
FREMONT, OHIO: Sr. Mary Benigna (Lillian) O'Boyle, R.S.M., 84, died December 30, 1989 at St. Bernardine Home. She was a teacher for 45 years with the Diocese of Toledo. Survivors include a brother, Francis O'Boyle of Fairfield; and her religious community. Services were held at St. Bernardine Chapel.

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OFFUTT, Ollie, Sr.
CANTON, OHIO: Ollie Offutt, Sr., 96, died December 30, 2000 at Altman Hospital. He was the son of the late Miles Emory and Josie Brannon Offutt. He retired from Timken Corporation, and attended Grace Cathedral in Cuyahoga Falls. He had been a Canton resident for 50 years. Survivors include a daughter, Glennis Simmons of Canton; two sons, Bernard Offutt of Sandyville, and Ollie Offutt, Jr. of Parkersburg; a brother, Denver Offutt of Columbus; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Garrett Offutt; his parents; three sisters; and three brothers. Interment was at the Sand Ridge Cemetery in Sand Ridge, WV under the direction of Stump Funeral Home.

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OLEJNICZAK, Jennie
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Jennie K. Olejniczak, 64, died November 26, 1983. She was born December 22, 1918 in LaBelle, PA to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kowalczyk. She had lived in Europe, and returned to Ohio in 1957. She retired from North Side Bowling Alley after 22 years, and was a member of St. Stanislaus Church. She is survived by a daughter, Helen Otto; a sister, Anne Kammann; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanislaw; and a brother, John Kowalczyk. Arrangements were handled by Kubina-Yuhasz Funeral Home.

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ONEACRE, Ruth
SHERRODSVILLE, OHIO: Ruth Oneacre died December 8, 2003 at Union Hospital in Dover. She was born June 21, 1917 in Freeport to the late William A. and Bertha Pugh Wallace. She attended Ohio University in Athens, and was a retired teacher for the Harrison County School System with 25 years of service. Following retirement, she was a substitute teacher, and also did home tutoring. She was a member of the Deersville Church, but later attended Calvary United Methodist Church, and eventually became a charter member of Leesville Faith Community Chapel. Family members include two children, Ronald (Pam) Oneacre of Wooster, and Ronda (Ray) Rummell of Sherrodsville; a sister, Mrs. Jean McGinnis of Cadiz; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Russell Oneacre; her parents; a sister, Anna Mae Hartline; and four brothers, Max, Deane, Boyd, and Edgar Allen Wallace. Services were held at Leesville Faith Community Chapel. Interment was at Sherrodsville Memorial Gardens under the direction of Baxter-Gardner Funeral Home.

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O'ROURKE, Bernard
TOLEDO, OHIO: Bernard O'Rourke, 51, died December 27, 1970. He was a World War II veteran. He was survived by his stepmother, Bessie O'Rourke of Toledo. Services were held at Immaculate Conception Church. Interment was at Cavary Cemetery by Coyle Mortuary.

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ORZECHOWSKI, Adam
TOLEDO, OHIO: Adam Orzechowski, 65, died December 26, 1952 at his residence. He was born in Poland. He worked at Willys-Overland Motors for 30 years, and was a member of St. Stanislaus Church. He had been a Toledo resident for 40 years. Survivors include his wife, Mary Orzechowski; his sons, Daniel, Leonard, Melvin, Eugene and twins Robert and Roland; his daughters, Mrs. Regina Sokoloski, Mrs. Delphine Pozy, Mrs. Martha Schwartz, and Mrs. Sophie Heck; and 15 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Sujkowski Mortuary.

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PAHIDES, Diane
WINTERSVILLE, OHIO: Diane L. Beckett Pahides, 68, died June 6, 2008. She was born June 11, 1939 in Steubenville to William and Ida Zook Beckett. She was a nurse's aide regionally, and also in Ocean City, NJ. She attended the Gospel Hall Assembly of Christians Gathered to the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ in Steubenville. Survivors include her husband, Stamatie (Tom) Pahides; four sisters, Florence Taylor of Toronto, OH, Kay (Daryl) Kinker of Tallmadge, Laura (Jim) Snider of Hopedale, and Gloria (Bob) Keller of Fishers, IN; a brother, Benson (Pat) Beckett of Hopedale; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Lawrence D. Beckett. Burial was at Fort Steuben Burial Estates by Everhart-Bove Funeral Home.

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PAPPAS, Nicklas
BRYAN, OHIO: Nicklas Pappas, 86, died March 22, 1976 at Bryan Cameron Community Hospital. He was a former businessman. Interment with military rites was at Shiffler Cemetery under the direction of Oberlin and Ford Memorial Funeral Home.

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PARILAK, Clarence
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Clarence J. Parilak died April 19, 2008. He was born September 18, 1928. He was the husband of Adadina Nieves Parilak; the father of Cynthia A. Batman (James), Jonathan (Joan), Darlene M. and Sharon Gentile (Jerry); and the brother of Rose Mraz. He had 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Holy Cross Cemetery under the direction of Chambers Funeral Home.

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PARKS, Ada
SCIOTOVILLE, OHIO: Ada Carter Parks, 78, died November 3, 1980 at her home. She was a member of the Ohio Retired Teachers Association, and had attended Sciotoville United Methodist Church for over 60 years. Survivors include a son, Brooks Parks; a brother, Brooks Carter; a sister, Alice Kates; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, C. Beryl Parks. Interment was at Sandy Springs Cemetery under the direction of Don Wolfe Funeral Home.

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PARMELEE, Maude
WADSWORTH, OHIO: Maude M. Parmelee, 83, died October 13, 1968. She was born in Doylestown. Survivors include sons, Donald, Boyd, and Kenneth (Kelly), all of Wadsworth; a daughter, Lillian (Merle) Yelinek; a sister, Lucy Townsend of Wadsworth; 8 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery with arrangements by Hilliard Funeral Home.

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PARSONS, Roy
NELSONVILLE, OHIO: Roy B. Parsons, 87, died March 1, 1980 at the Arcadia Nursing Home in Coolville. He was born in Stewart to Peter and Estella Beebe Parsons. He was a World War I veteran, and a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the DAV, and the VFW. Survivors include his wife, Thelma Green Parsons; a son, Donald D. Parsons; a sister, Sibyl Adams of Columbus; a half-sister, Mrs. Nellie Merrick; three half-brothers, Vern, Everett and Paul; 3 grandsons; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment with military honors was at Butts Cemetery under the direction of White Funeral Home.

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PARSONS, Sandra
BELPRE, OHIO: Sandra Sue Parsons, 61, died September 12, 2010 at her home. She was born October 8, 1948 in Grantsville, WV to Clifford and Ruth Maloney Burrows. She worked as a cosmetologist for over 22 years, and was a member of Porterfield Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Glenver Parsons; a daughter, Cindy E. Hopkins (Todd) of Alpharetta, GA; a brother, Edward Burrows (Debbie) of Bryan; two sisters, Jeannette Wright of Belpre, and Jeannie Winans (David) of Parkersburg, WV; 2 grandchildren; her cousins; her nieces and nephews; her friends, and her cat, Ricky-Rocky. She was predeceased by her first husband, Arley Bud Furr; a son, James D. Wilson; her parents; a brother, Carl Ray Burrows; and a sister, Betty Burrows Hobby. Cremation arrangements were handled by Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home.

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PASTIS, Elpis
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Elpis Kefalos Pastis died June 3, 2006. She was the wife of the late Laertes (Larry); the mother of Helen and Jacqueline; the sister of Amelia Charnas; and the grandmother of Billy, Hope and Larry. Services were held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. Interment was at St. Theodosius Cemetery with arrangements by Zeis-McGreevey Funeral Home.

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PASZCZYKOWSKI, Dominic
TOLEDO, OHIO: Dominic "Danny" Paszczykowski, 83, died January 10, 1993 at St. Luke's Hospital. He retired from Doehler-Jarvis Co. with 43 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the DAV and the American Legion. Survivors include a daughter, DeAnn (Raymond) Pryka; a brother, Leonard Paszczykowski; a sister, Dorothy Nowak; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Sophie Paszczykowski. Services were held at St. Stanislaus Church. Arrangements were handled by Sujkowski and Son Funeral Home.

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PASZTOR, Mike
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mike J. Pasztor, 80, died May 28, 1969 at his residence. He was a native of Hungary. He was a retired master plumber with 40 years of service, and a longtime Toledo resident. Survivors include a son, Stephen, of Toledo; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Pasztor. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery with arrangements by Kinsey Mortuary.

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PATRIAS, Phillip
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO: Phillip William Patrias, 63, died March 12, 2009 at Country Court Nursing Home in Mount Vernon. He was born July 23, 1945 in Wyandotte, MI to Theophial and Lovetta Short Patrias. Survivors include his children, Tina Marie Lockhart of Mount Vernon, Deanna Patrias of River Rouge, MI, Steven (Lisa) Patrias of Malakoff, TX, and Elizabeth Patrias and Rachel Patrias, both of Texas; a brother, Michael Patrias of Michigan; two sisters, Vivian Pawlak of Michigan, and Margo Brook of Kentucky; 5 grandchildren; and a great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements were handled by Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home.

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PAYNTER, Bertha
MOUNT PERRY, OHIO: Bertha J. Paynter, 102, died December 1, 2010. She was born in Conesville on July 21, 1908 to Ellsworth and Mary Elizabeth Steed Keith. She was a former resident of Dresden and Trinway, and was a Baptist. She is survived by her children, Kenneth (Joanne) Paynter of Zanesville, and Shirley Paynter, Mary Maxwell, and William C. (Teresa) Paynter, all of Mount Perry; 26 grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth L. Paynter; two sons, Leonard L. and Robert R. Paynter; three brothers; four sisters; five grandchildren. Burial was at Dresden Cemetery by Vensil-Orr and Chute Funeral Home.

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PELEKANOS, Ruth
WARREN, OHIO: Ruth V. Pelekanos, 80, died August 2, 1979 at Warren General Hospital. She was born April 20, 1899 in State College, PA to Edward and Nancy E. Potter Mosel. She had lived in Campbell, OH for 40 years. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Harold Hoffman of Warren, Mrs. Hugh McMillen of Hubbard, and Mrs. Forrest Janef of Temple City, CA; 8 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Pelekanos. Interment was at Hubbard Union Cemetery by Kelley and Son Funeral Home.

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PELFREY, Mildred
RITTMAN, OHIO: Mildred M. "Midge" Pelfrey, 76, died July 11, 2003 at the Akron City Hospital. She was born January 5, 1927 in Kenova, WV to Richard and Nora Riggs Jackson. She had lived in Rittman since 1949, and retired from Packaging Corporation of America with 26 years of service. She was a member of the Rittman First Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening, flowers and sewing. Survivors include a daughter, Judy (Ernie) Dudash of Mentor; two sons, Dennis (Wendy) Pelfrey of Homerville, and Todd Pelfrey of Rittman; a sister, Cristabelle Thompson of Fort Gay, WV; a brother, Don (Ruth) Jackson of Rittman; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James "Sterling" Pelfrey; and a daughter, Brenda Westfall. Services were held at Rittman First Baptist Church. Interment was at the Rittman Cemetery by Gillman Funeral Home.

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PELTTARI, Elli
ASHTABULA, OHIO: Elli Karkkainen Pelttari, 94, died December 16, 2010. She was born June 25, 1916 in Ashtabula, and resided in Finland during her childhood and early adulthood. She retired from Brown Memorial Hospital. She was an accomplished seamstress, and enjoyed reading, gardening, fashion, rug weaving, and collecting books and memorabilia. She was a member of Conneaut First Assembly of God. Survivors include two sons, E. Kal (Carole Leader) Pelttari of Bergen, NY, and Esko (Mary Simmons) Pelttari of Sebring, FL; a daughter, Pirkko Pelttari McNabb of Columbus, NJ; a sister, Eeva Laukkanen of Joensuu, Finland; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paavo Pelttari; three infant children; two brothers, Vilho and Sakari; and a son-in-law, Talmadge McNabb. Arrangements were handled by Marcy Funeral Home.

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PENA, Maria
GIBSONBURG, OHIO: Funeral services for Maria Pena, 41, were held July 12, 1967 at St. Michael's Church. She was a native of Mexico. Interment was at St. Lawrence Cemetery under the direction of Veh and Son Mortuary.

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PENROD, Rose Marie
NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO: Rose Marie Grasselli Penrod, 76, died February 1, 2003. She was born August 23, 1926 to the late Santi and Ruby Dotts Grasselli. She was a cook at the Tuscarawas County Home for 25 years, and enjoyed flower gardening. Survivors include two daughters, Barbara (George) Hess and Susie (Bernie) Ankrom; two sons, Gene (Elaine) Penrod and Steven (Teresa) Penrod, all of New Philadelphia; three sisters, Grace "Sally" (Lael) Osteen of Dale, TX, Francie (Tim) Peters of New Philadelphia, and Betty (Robert) Cross of Barnhill; three brothers, Santi (Gloria) Grasselli, Jr., John (Sandi) Grasselli, and Ralph (Nancy) Grasselli, all of New Philadelphia; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert D. Penrod; her parents; a son, Robert Eugene Penrod; three brothers, Harold, Joe and Jim Grasselli; two sisters, Clara Grasselli and Marie Basiletti; and an infant sister. Burial was at East Avenue Cemetery by Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home.

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PENSON, Mary
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mary Penson, 62, died December 28, 1937 at her residence. Survivors include a son, Clarence; two daughters, Bertha Jones and Bessie Jones; a brother, Dalton James; two sisters, Luella James and Anna Watson; and 11 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Paul's A.M.E. Zion Church. Interment was in Bremen, GA with arrangements by Easley Mortuary.

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PEOPLES, Annie
TOLEDO, OHIO: Annie Peoples, 78, died July 9, 1958 at her residence. She was born in Meridian, MS. She had been a Toledo area resident for 14 years, and was a member of the Universal Community Church. She was survived by a daughter, Maggie Mosley of Toledo; a grandchild; and 2 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Sherrill Mortuary.

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PERRY, Marland
ZALESKI, OHIO: Marland F. Perry, 69, died June 12, 2010 at his home. He was born August 15, 1940 in Vinton County to Leslie K. and Eva Thompson Perry. He retired from Hocking Valley Concrete Company after 30 years of service, and attended Locust Grove Church. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Jeffries Perry; two sons, Robbie Perry of Zaleski, and Brian (Sandra) Perry of McArthur; a daughter, Rashawna (Bobby) East of McArthur; a sister, Beverly (Lawrence) Wolfe of Creola; a brother, Saul Perry of McArthur; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Debra Marlene Perry; his parents; and a great-grandson, Leland Brian Wallace. Interment was at Bean Hill Cemetery under the direction of Bigony-Jordan Funeral Home.

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PETHKE, Alvin
TOLEDO, OHIO: Alvin F. Pethke, 78, died December 19, 1990 at the Toledo Hospital. He retired from Lane Drug Co. with 36 years of service, and served as vice-president for his last decade there. He was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church and the Royal Order of Jesters, and was a Mason and Shriner. Survivors include two daughters, Carol Mason and Ann Rohweder; 9 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Epwoth United Methodist Church. Arrangements were handled by Emmert Funeral Home.

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PFEIFFER, Angie
TOLEDO, OHIO: Angie Ruth Pfeiffer, 32, died December 19, 1927 at Mercy Hospital. She was survived by her husband, C.W. "Bud" Pfeiffer; her mother, Adeline Adams; two brothers, Park and Riley Adams; and two sisters, Ethel Miller and Cora Moyer. Services were held at Walter Funeral Parlor. Interment was in Franklin, PA.

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PIERCE, MacDonald, Sr.
HUDSON, OHIO: MacDonald H. Pierce, Sr., 62, died January 17, 1960 in Hudson. He was born in Cleveland. He was an advertising sales representative, and had formerly lived in Toledo. Survivors include his wife, Jean Pierce; four sons, Ross, Michael, Hugh and MacDonald Pierce, Jr., all of Hudson; two daughters, Sherrill Motsch of Casper, WY and Mrs. Calvin Tavlerly of Deerfield, IL; and 6 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Johnson Mortuary.

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PIETRZAK, Helen
TOLEDO, OHIO: Helen J. Pietrzak, 63, died June 19, 1987 at St. Vincent Medical Center. Survivors include her sons, Earl and Timothy Hallock, and John, Larry, William and Claude Krempa; two daughters, Kimberley Hallock and Deoborah Krempa; a brother, Claude Wilson; 12 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was predeceased by two husbands, Gaius Hallock and Walter Pietrzak. Services were held at the Toledo Memorial Park Chapel. Arrangements were handled by Reeb Mortuary.

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PIOCH, Arthur
TOLEDO, OHIO: Arthur H. Pioch, 55, died November 12, 1956 at St. Vincent's Hospital. He was born September 25, 1901. He was a partner of John Pioch Building Contracting Co. and the Reliable Machine and Tool Co. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Helen Pioch; a son, Richard; a daughter, Betty; two sisters, Lydia Splittgerber and Alice Cramer; and four brothers, Herbert, Emil, William and Fred. Services were held at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial was at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park by Foth Mortuary.

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PIORKOWSKI, Gertrude
TOLEDO, OHIO: Gertrude H. Breksa Piorkowski, 89, died October 20, 2009 at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio. She was born October 18, 1920 to the late Anna and Anthony Breksa. She and her husband operated Walter's Self Serve grocery store for 18 years. Survivors include her daughter and caregiver, Cheryl (Jack) Emmitt; a daughter in-law, Marlene Piorkowski; a sister in-law, Irene (Bill) Moulton; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Walter Piorkowski; a son, Richard Piorkowski; two sisters, Louise Oberdier and Dorothy Kaminski; and a brother, Sylvester Breska. Services were held at St. Adalbert's Church. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery with arrangements by Sujkowski Funeral Home.

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PITZEN, Vivian
NORTHWOOD, OHIO: Vivian M. Pitzen, 80, died December 11, 2002. She was born in Connellsville, PA on August 1, 1922 to Dewey and Gertrude Krob Rist. She was a retired food service employee with the Northwood School Systems. She was a member of the Eagles and the VFW Ladies' Auxiliary. Survivors include a daughter, Debbie (Dana) Dwyer; two brothers, George (Alyne) Rist and Lewis (Phyllis) Rist; a daughter-in-law, Diane Pitzen; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two husbands, George "Don" Moore and Raymond Pitzen; a son, Terry Pitzen; her parents; and two sisters, Thelma Pavuk and Laverne Zimmerman. Interment was at Restlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Eggleston-Meinert Funeral Home.

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POLISH, Louis J.
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Louis J. Polish, 75, died July 19, 2004. He was born March 11, 1929 in Youngstown to Joseph and Mary Scaglione Polish. He retired from the shipping and receiving department of Youngstown Steel Door with over 36 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth L. Murphy Polish; a daughter, Vicci M. Polish of Boardman; two brothers, John (Eileen) and James (Delores) Polish, both of Youngstown; and three sisters, Helen Letcher of Pennsylvania, and Jean Pochiro and Rose (Bill) Angelo, all of Youngstown. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Ann Savarin. Arrangements were handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home.

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POLLEX, Mary
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mary P. Pollex, 86, died in August of 1969 at Rest Haven Nursing Home. She was born in 1883. She worked as as bookbinder at Toledo Blade Printing and Paper Co. with 35 years of service, and was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Survivors include a brother, Carl Pollex of Toledo. Burial was at Forest Cemetery with arrangements by Foth Mortuary.

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POLLMAN, Lulu
TOLDEO, OHIO: Lulu Pollman, 86, died April 6, 1961 at Lakeview Rest Home. Survivors include a brother, Harry Krause of Pasadena, CA; a grandchild; and 3 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Herman Birkenkamp Mortuary.

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POORMAN, Sister Mary Rosarita
TOLEDO, OHIO: Sr. Mary Rosarita Poorman died December 15, 1979. She was born Mary Lucille Poorman. She was from Fremont, OH, and entered the Sisters of Notre Dame in 1939. She held a bachelor's degree from Mary Manse College, and a master's degree from Catholic University in Washington, DC. She taught at many different schools for nearly 30 years, including St. Louis Elementary School, St. Wendelin High School in Fostoria, St. Joseph High School in Fremont, St. Paul High School in Norwalk and Notre Dame Academy. Survivors include two sisters, Ruth Molyet and Bernadette Steinberger; five brothers, Carl, Edgar, Richard, Norbert and Paul Poorman; and her religious community. Services were held at Sacred Heart Church.

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PRIMEAUX, Harold
TOLEDO, OHIO: Harold M. Primeaux, 65, died December 4, 1980 at St. Charles Hospital. He was a retired zoo keeper for the Toledo Zoo with 30 years of service, and a former scout master. Survivors include his wife, Myrtle Primeaux; two daughters, Patrice Lee and Mary Berg; and two sons, Mark and Paul. Services were held at Good Shepherd Church. Arrangements were handled by Eggleston-Meinert-Welsh Mortuary.

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PRISBYLLA, Jennie
EAST SPRINGFIELD, OHIO: Jennie Prisbylla, 82, died May 6, 2007. She was born November 26, 1924 to the late Paul and Anastasia Kuryn Lenceski. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and working crossword puzzles. She was a Catholic. Survivors include three daughters, Pat, Paula (Truman) Goddard of Whitewood, SD, and Mary Ann (Patrick) Freeman of Amsterdam; a sister, Angie Pugher of Cleveland; 9 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Richard Prisbylla; her parents; two brothers, Chester and Joseph Lenceski; and a sister, Helen Trebuchon Casbohm. Interment was at Fort Steuben Burial Estates by Everhart-Bove Funeral Home.

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PULSIFER, Cecelia
NEW CARLISLE, OHIO: Cecelia L. Pulsifer, 59, died December 11, 2006 at her home. She was born December 22, 1946 in Marion, NC to Jake and Nina Wyatt Hollifield. Survivors include her husband, Kenneth E. Pulsifer; a son, Kenneth Abbott; her mother; a sister, Mary and John Keefer; three brothers, Sam Hollifield, Daniel and Vicky Hollifield, and Fred and Sue Hollifield; 4 grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father; and a sister, Barbara. Arrangements were handled by Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar and Fraley Funeral Home.

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QUARANTO, Joseph
POLAND, OHIO: Joseph A. Quaranto, 80, died May 2, 1984 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born October 12, 1903 in Youngstown to Anthony and Philomena Quaranto. He was the owner of the Quaranto and Son store, and had worked in food sales for around 50 years. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Ruby Mancini Quaranto; a daughter, Patricia Jone of Boardman; a son, Anthony, of Poland; a sister, Mary Malone; two brothers, Michael and Albert, both of Youngstown; and a grandchild. He was preceded in death by a brother, Philip. Services were held at Holy Family Church. Interment was at Poland Riverside Cemetery with arrangements by Fortunato Funeral Home.

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RACHAEL, Ronnie
DESHLER, OHIO: Ronnie Rachael, 58, died March 2, 2008 at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. He was born July 17, 1949 in Hattiesburg, MS to the late Philip and Jo Lottie Pierce Rachael. He was a truck driver for Black Hawk Express in Findlay. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, and was a recipient of the Purple Heart medal. He held an associate's degree from Lincoln College in Lincoln, IL, and was a member of Amvets Post #711 in Bowling Green. Survivors include his wife, Deanna L. White Rachael; two daughters, Shana Mastlier of Deshler, and Jamie Rachael of Algoma, WI; three stepsons, Kevin Mowel of McClure, and Joseph Mowel and James Mowel, both of Deshler; two brothers, Bill (Pam) Rachael of Wayne, and George (Fay) Rachael of Seymour, TN; and 2 grandsons. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Bailey and Grace Forbus, and a brother, Louis Rachael. Interment with military honors was at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Rodenberger Funeral Home.

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RADCLIFFE, Ralph
SYRACUSE, OHIO: Ralph Radcliffe, 81, died March 3, 1980 at Veterans Memorial Hospital. He was the son of George and Sylvia Byers Radcliffe. He was a member of Heath United Methodist Church in Middleport. Survivors include three brothers, Russell of Syracuse, Raymond of Blanchester, and Orville of New Brighton, PA; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Radcliffe; and his parents. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Ewing Funeral Home.

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RAGG, Charlotte
TOLEDO, OHIO: Charlotte Martin Ragg, 78, died March 17, 2005. She was born in Toledo on June 28, 1926 to the late George and Helen Dunnigan Martin. She retired from the New York Central Railroad after 44 years of service. She and her husband enjoyed traveling. Survivors include two sisters, Margaret Connor and Jean (John) Gercak, both of Toledo; a cousin, Dorothy Carmen; seven nieces and nephews; and fifteen great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Ragg. Services were held at St. Catherine's Catholic Church. Interment was at Toledo Memorial Park with arrangements by Ansberg-West Funeral Directors.

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RASCH, Marvin
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Marvin Edward Rasch, 82, died June 25, 2008. He was born October 23, 1925. He retired from Cleveland Metroparks, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was a longtime member of the Gottscheer Club, and enjoyed music, history and nature. He was the husband of Josephine Smith Rasch; and the father of Linda (Joseph) Veres, Kathleen (Paul) Szuch, Thomas, Michael, Susan, Laura (Mark) Levandusky, Margaret (Anthony) Ciaravino, George (Deanna), and Mary Jo (Michael) Fodor. He was a grandfather, and had 24 great-grandchildren. Services were held at St. Bartholomew Church. Interment was at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery under the direction of Edward W. McGrath Funeral Service.

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RASILE, Nettie
HUBBARD, OHIO: Nettie Pearl Rasile, 89, died February 7, 2001 in Hubbard. She was born June 17, 1911 in Cedars Corners, OH to Milo Junior and Iva Mae Stevenson Burrows. She worked as a bookkeeper for her husband's business, Augie's Radio and TV, for 22 years. She was a former member of Liberty United Presbyterian Church. Survivors include two daughters, Betty E. Webster of Mitchell, IN, and Dorothy Ann Brown of Zephyrhills, FL; four sons, Donald E. Rasile of Boardman, William R. Rasile of Marion, and August P. Rasile and James R. Rasile, both of Hubbard; a sister, Anna Garland of Kinsman; 21 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Augustine P. Rasile; eleven sisters; four brothers; and a grandson. Burial was at Hubbard Union Cemetery under the direction of Kelley-Robb Funeral Home.

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RAY, Charles
AKRON, OHIO: Charles Ray, 71, died October 1, 1987 at the Akron City Hospital. He was a native of Alabama, and had lived in Akron for 46 years. He was a former brick mason, and a member of Mount Sinai United Holy Church. Survivors include his wife, Inez Ray; his daughters, Dorothy (Nathan) Manson, Betty (Robert) Keith, Ella M. Beverly, Margie McKinstry, Helen (Preston) Kelker, Joyce (DeJuan) Kelker, Patricia (John) Pinson, and Carol A. Ray; his sons, Joe (Lynn) Ray, Robert (Letha) Ray, John (Vanessa) Ray, Milburn Cantrell, Willie (Ernestine) Ray, Reggie (Judy) Ray, Charlie (Lawona) Ray, and Eddie Ray; his brothers, Edward and Willie Ray, both of Alabama; 49 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Mount Sinai United Holy Church. Interment was at Glendale Cemetery with arrangements by Stewart and Calhoun Funeral Home.

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REIGRUT, Ann
STRUTHERS, OHIO: Ann J. Reigrut, 84, died December 17, 2008 at Hospice House. She was born April 21, 1924 in Youngstown to John and Julia Bodak Reigrut. She worked in payroll at the comptroller's office at Strouss-Hirshburg Store in Youngstown. She was a member of Infant Jesus of Prague Church, and a former member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Struthers Seniors Group. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Catherine Reigrut of Youngstown; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, John Reigrut and George Reigrut. Services were held at Infant Jesus of Prague Church. Interment was at St. Nicholas Cemetery in Campbell under the direction of Kirila Funeral Home.

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REINKING, Ardith
WAUSEON, OHIO: Ardith Reinking, 82, died March 19, 2006 at Heartland of Wauseon. She was born March 2, 1924 in Fayette, OH to the late Lawrence and Edna Brehm Towne. She worked at the McCord Corporation for over 40 years. She is survived by a son, Jerry Reinking of Wauseon; and a sister, Doris Keefer of Fayette. She was preceded her in death by her husband, Robert H. Reinking; and a brother, Lyle Towne. Arrangements were handled by Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home.

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REITZEL, Norma
PERRYSBURG, OHIO: Norma B. Reitzel, 87, died May 4, 2009. She was born February 12, 1922 in Rossford, OH to Earl H. and Cora D. Snyder Griner. She was retired, and formerly worked at C&F Variety Store for 10 years. She attended Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, and enjoyed playing the lottery, bingo and collecting dolls. Survivors include a son, Daniel E. (June) Reitzel; two daughters, Kathleen A. Reitzel, and Emily B. (Frank) Przeniczny; two sisters, Jeanette A. (George) Leslie, and Geraldine I. Habel; two brothers, Herbert C.(Phyllis) Griner, and Victor J. (Mary Jane) Griner; 2 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and 2 step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis A. Reitzel; her parents; a brother, Robert; and three sisters, Helen, Clara and Rose. Interment was at New Belleville Ridge Cemetery under the direction of Witzler-Shank Funeral Home.

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REX, Dain
PROCTORVILLE, OHIO: Dain D. Rex, 79, died December 13, 1991. He was a retired mechanic, and had worked at Auto Lite. He was a former resident of Toledo. Survivors include a foster daughter, Mary Allen; two sisters, Zelta Norton and Faye Webber; his grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Miller Funeral Home.

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RHOADS, Linda
CHARDON, OHIO: Linda M. Rhoads, 49, died February 3, 2011. She was born October 16, 1961 in Ashtabula to Jim and Lyn Griffin Rhoads. She was a magna cum laude graduate of Hiram College, and worked as a credit manager at FFR-DSI, Inc. in Twinsburg. She enjoyed traveling, and was active with the Cancer Cure-Aiders Team, raising money toward curing cancer and participating in Relay for Life walks. She was a Browns, Cavs and Indians fan, and loved animals, especially her dog, Chelsea. In her youth, she was active with the 4-H Club and rode horses. She is survived by her parents; a brother, Dennis Rhoads of Jefferson; a sister, Becky (Tom) Pallutch of Ashtabula; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Arrangements were handled by Fleming and Billman Funeral Directors.

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RICE, Rosemary
LEWIS CENTER, OHIO: Rosemary Rice, 70, died November 4, 2009. She was born August 9, 1939. She was the retired owner of Central Pump and Supply, Inc. She attended Genoa Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Robert Rice; a daughter, Rhonda Rice; two sons, Richard and Ronald Rice; 2 grandchildren; her step-grandchildren; and a special friend, Anna Smith. She was preceded in death by her biological parents, Clarence and Ada Carl; her adoptive parents, Kenneth and Wilma Miller; a sister, Alice Sowers; and two brothers, Alvin Carl and Tom Ackley. Interment was at Flint Cemetery with arrangements by Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home.

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RIGLING, Elsie
HAMILTON, OHIO: Elsie B. Rigling, 88, died April 29, 2007 at the Fort Hamilton Hospital Hospice Unit. She was born February 5, 1919 in Butler County, OH to Edward and Clara Ruppert Hunkler. She was a volunteer with the Butler County Board of Elections and Mercy Hospital. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Oxford and also attended St. Stephen's Catholic Church and St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hamilton. Survivors include two daughters, Cynthia (James) Walsh of Cincinnati, and Christine Bevins of Hamilton; a son, Gregory (Marcia) Rigling of Hamilton; 10 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph R. Rigling; her parents, seven sisters, Florence Conrad, Emma Zettler, Mary Hunkler, Nora Hunkler, Clara Tharp, Catherine Ashbrook, and Ruth Fox; and five brothers, Lewis, John, Fredrick, Frank, and Joseph Hunkler. Services were held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Stephen's Cemetery by Brown-Dawson Funeral Home.

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RIMAC, Elizabeth
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Elizabeth Rimac, 74, died September 20, 2011. She was born in Podgrade, Croatia on April 8, 1937. She was the wife of Tomislav; the mother of Agnes (Marinko) Vucic, Paul (Krstina), and Jack (Joanne); and the sister of Ana Doyle, Katica Dragicevic, Ljubica Sakic, Slavica Rimac, and the late Maria Drljo, Stipe Tomasevic, and Mate Tomasevic. Additional survivors include 8 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. Services were held at St. Paul Croatian Church. Interment was at All Souls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home.

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RING, William
TOLEDO, OHIO: William V. Ring, 62, died January 15, 1957. He was a machinist at Gulf Refining Co. for 26 years, and was a member of the North Toledo Sportsman's Club. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Joyce Hart; and a grandchild. Burial was at North Oregon Cemetery under the direction of Hoeflinger Mortuary.

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RINGLEIN, Aloys
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP, OHIO: Aloys Ringlein, 81, died June 4, 1950. He was born January 6, 1869 in Norwalk, OH to John and Katherine Warehide Ringlein. He was a farmer. He was survived by his wife, Rose. Interment was at St. Sebastian Catholic Cemetery.

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RISNER, Leona
NORWALK, OHIO: Leona Risner, 83, died August 27, 2009. She was born September 2, 1925 to the late William and Martha Bailey Conley. She was a nurse's aide, and enjoyed crocheting, reading and puzzles. Survivors include a daughter, Lois Cherry of Norwalk; a son, Jeffery Risner of Norwalk; a sister, Elizabeth Crawford of Norwalk; her nieces and nephews; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville Risner; a daughter, Phyllis Ackerman; a son, Floyd Risner; three sisters, Katie Barnett, Margaret Louder, and Mildred Koble; and three brothers, Warren Conley, Jack Conley, and Bill Capelle. Burial was at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven under the direction of Evans Funeral Home.

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ROAR, Aileene
ALLIANCE, OHIO: Aileene Gracie Boggs Roar, 79, died July 30, 2005. She was born July 30, 1926 in Grahn, KY to Wilford and Mary Lee Russell Boggs. She was retired, and had been a home nursing care provider for over 35 years. She attended Alliance Freewill Baptist Church, and was a member of the Women's Auxiliary. Survivors include a daughter, Deborah (Robert) Morrison of Alliance; a son, Lonnie (Diana) Lucas of Alliance; three sisters, Sarah (Charles) Quimby of Alliance, Jewel (Lowell) Holbrook of Sandyhook, KY, and Ethel Binion of Olive Hill, KY; 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Earl Roar; her parents; a sister, Mary (Roar) Bryant; and a brother, Willard Boggs. Services were held at Alliance Freewill Baptist Church. Interment was at Alliance City Cemetery with arrangements by Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home.

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ROBERTSON, Charles W., Jr.
DEFIANCE, OHIO: Charles W. Robertson, Jr., 81, died May 14, 1996 at the Defiance Hospital. He was born September 17, 1914 in North Baltimore, OH to Charles W. Robertson, Sr. and Nellie M. Jones Robertson. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving from 1940 to 1964, and later served in the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1973. Survivors include four sisters, Mary (Galen) Faber of Swanton, Alice (James) Jorgensen of Bowling Green, Mrs. Jane Bak of Asheville, NC, and Velma Terrill of Escondido, CA; and two brothers, Clyde and John Robertson of Swanton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn J. Robertson; his parents; a sister, Mabel Robertson; and a brother, Robert Robertson. Entombment was at Riverview Memory Gardens Mausoleum under the direction of Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home.

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ROCKWELL, Florence
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO: Florence Rockwell, 96, died December 8, 2010 at the Ohio Eastern Star Home in Mount Vernon. She was born December 17, 1913 in Franklin County, OH to James and Bertha Williamson Campbell. She worked at Shellmar Products Corporation, and also at Leonard's Market. She attended the First Baptist Church. She was a member of the Humane Society and the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by a sister, Ruth Bope of Newark; five nieces; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Rockwell; her parents; a sister, Jane Myers; and two brothers-in-law, Edward Myers and John Bope. Interment was at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home.

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RODESCH, Thelma
WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Thelma B. Rodesch, 90, died September 29, 1997. She had formerly worked at St. John's Hospital and the D.L. Clark Candy Company. She was the sister of William Freiberger of Washington. She was preceded in death by two husbands, William Chappel and Henry Rodesch. Interment was at Forest Lawn Gardens under the direction of William G. Neal Funeral Home.

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ROMBACH, Sister Mary Michael
TOLEDO, OHIO: Sr. Mary Michael Rombach, V.H.M., 84, died February 22, 1997 at the Sacred Heart Home for the Aged. She was born Margaret Mary Rombach. She had worked as a photographic typesetter prior to entering religious life. She entered the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary in 1957, and professed vows in 1960. Survivors include her nieces; her great-nieces; and her religious community. She was predeceased by four sisters and five brothers. Services were held at the Monastery of the Visitation.

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ROZEWICZ, Goldie
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO: Goldie I. Rozewicz, 78, died July 17, 2009 at Country Court Nursing Home in Mount Vernon. She was born April 26, 1931 in Mount Vernon to George and Byrdetta Dodd Smith. She was a nurse at the Mount Vernon Developmental Center and the Ohio Eastern Star Home. She also held a license in massage therapy, and worked as a massage therapist at the Mount Vernon YMCA. Survivors include seven children, Rebecca (George) Shaw of Grafton, Linda Rozewicz-Schiffel of Fredericktown, Charlie (Anna) Rozewicz of Mount Vernon, John Rozewicz of Racine, OH, Margaret (Daniel Shaw) Rozewicz of Pataskala, Della Rozewicz of Kenosha, WI, and Roscoe Rozewicz of Green Cove Springs, FL; a brother, Donald (Nell) Smith of Fredericktown; 6 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Felix Rozewicz; a son, Felix Anthony Rozewicz; her parents; a sister, Pauline Smith; and a son-in-law, Charles Schiffel. Burial was at Mound View Cemetery in Mount Vernon under the direction of Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home.

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RUBY, Helen
COLUMBIANA, OHIO: Helen M. Ruby, 88, died July 8, 1995 at Parkside Health Care Center. She was born January 17, 1907 to Anthony and Mary R. Kantor. She was a member of St. Columba Church. She was a former resident of North Lima and Youngstown. Survivors include two sons, Martin C. and William M., both of Columbiana; two brothers, John Cantor of Liberty and Paul Cantor of Youngstown; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John G.; three sisters; and eight brothers. Services were held at St. Columba Church. Arrangements were handled by Seederly-Mong and Beck Funeral Home.

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RUSSELL, Corabelle
POMEROY, OHIO: Corabelle Russell, 76, died May 24, 1975 at Holzer Medical Center. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Survivors include a son, Dr. James Russell of San Diego, CA; a brother, William Stark; a sister, Elmora (Raymond) Boice; 5 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mila Disbro Stark; and a brother, Ed. Services were held at Ewing Chapel. Interment was at Beech Grove Cemetery.

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RUTHIG, Frances
SUNBURY, OHIO: Frances L. Ruthig, 87, died April 26, 2008 at St. Ann's Hospital in Westerville. She was born August 6, 1920 in Sunbury to the late Vere and Lottie Whetsel Williamson. She was an office manager for Dr. Livingston for 22 years, and was also an office manager at Nestle's. She attended Sunbury United Methodist Church, and was active with the Sunbury Community Library. She enjoyed reading, gardening, and crafts. She is survived by two sons, Tom (Michelle) Ruthig of Sunbury, and Steven (Susan) Ruthig of Anderson, IN; 2 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Douglas S. Ruthig; a sister; and a brother. Interment was at Sunbury Memorial Park under the direction of DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home.

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RYCHENER, Emma
PETTISVILLE, OHIO: Emma Rychener, 94, died February 13, 1980 at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold. She was born January 12, 1886 near Archbold to Jonathan and Elizabeth Nofziger Lantz. She was a longtime Pettisville resident, and was a member of the Evangelical Mennonite Church in Archbold. Survivors include two sons, Lawrence Rychener of Ridgeville Corners, and Lowell Rychener of Santa Ana, CA; a sister, Mrs. Cora Eicher of Fort Wayne, IN; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Rychener. Interment was at the Pettisville Cemetery under the direction of Short Funeral Home.

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SAEKS, Jodi Ann
DAYTON, OHIO: Jodi Ann Saeks, 51, died February 4, 2011 at her residence. She attended Indiana University and Wright State University. She held a bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts, and an MSW in Social Welfare. She was a member of Beth Abraham Synagogue, Hadassah, and Young Judaea, and was a supporter of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. She is survived by her mother; a brother, Jeffrey of Maui, HI; a sister, Ellyn of Boca Raton, FL; her aunts and uncles; her cousins; and her pets. She was preceded in death by her father, Harlan Saeks. Interment was at Beth Abraham Cemetery under the direction of Marker and Heller Funeral Home.

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SAFOS, Anna
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Anna Amaxis Safos died April 26, 2011. She was born January 1, 1921. She was the mother of John of Pittsburgh, PA, Garyfalia (Steve), Helen Papadorotheou (George), Antonia Perris and Vasiliki Mavrodonis (John) of Greece. She had 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vasilios J.; and all of her siblings. Services were held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. Interment was at St. Theodosius Cemetery under the direction of Zeis McGreevey Funeral Home.

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SAIDAK, Martha
TOLEDO, OHIO: Martha Saidak, 78, died July 13, 1983 at St. Luke's Hospital. She was a retired assembler at Kaiser Jeep with 20 years of service. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Irene Sherman. Services were held at St. Richard's Church. Arrangements were handled by Urbanski Mortuary.

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SANDOR, Louis
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Louis A. Sandor died August 5, 1984. He was born March 4, 1918 in Youngstown to Ivan and Brigitta Kalman Sandor. Survivors include his wife, Mary Koval Sandor; a sister, Margaret Sandor; and two brothers, Zoltan and Joseph. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ernest. Services were held at Our Lady of Hungary Church. Interment was at Four Mile Run Cemetery under the direction of Szabo and Sons Funeral Home.

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SAN MIGUEL, Macedonio
CURTICE, OHIO: Macedonio "Mac" San Miguel, 68, died November 5, 1994. He retired from Nordmann Roofing with 21 years of service, and was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a deacon at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Bono, OH, and was a former resident of Alice, TX. Survivors include his wife, Guadalupe; his children, Rosalinda Sifuentes, Diana Ortega, Ruben, Rudy, David, and Roy; his mother, Juanita San Miguel; two sisters, Celia Galvan and Sara Gonzales; two brothers, Alejo San Miguel and Lupe San Miguel; 18 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; his nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Interment was at Restlawn Cemetery by Hoeflinger Funeral Home.

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SANTCHI, Marguerite
PERRYSBURG, OHIO: Marguerite E. "Peg" Santchi, 90, died November 2, 1999 in Waterville. She was born November 21, 1908 in Hammondsburg, OH to Calvin and Jessie May Chapman Ackerman. Survivors include a son, Douglas L. Santchi, Jr. of Perrysburg, 13 grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Douglas L. Santchi, Sr.; and two daughters, Nancy J. Hamilton and Joanne Moore. Arrangements were handled by Witzler-Shank Funeral Home.

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SANTIAGO, Paul
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Paul Maldonado Santiago, 33, died November 5, 1959. He was born in Catano, Puerto Rico on August 30, 1927 to Rafael and Marie Maldonado. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was survived by a brother, John, of Brooklyn, NY. Services were held in Brooklyn. Interment was at the Long Island National Cemetery.

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SAVASTENOK, Olga
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Olga Savastenok, 57, died January 2, 1984 at Lutheran Medical Center in Cleveland. She was born December 28, 1926 in Youngstown, OH to Kelly and Mary Galla Savastenok. She had been a longtime Youngstown resident, and was a graduate of the Youngstown Hospital Association School of Nursing. She was a registered nurse at University Hospital and Cleveland Clinic, and was a Red Cross volunteer. She was of the Catholic faith. Survivors include a brother, Edward Savasten of Silver Spring, MD; and two sisters, Ann Williams and Nellie Hrinko. She was preceded in death by a brother, Harry Savasten. Services were held at St. Dominic's Church. Arrangements were handled by Anstrom-Gustafson-Velker Funeral Home.

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SCHARDT, Sister Mary Rosaria
FREMONT, OHIO: Sr. M. Rosaria Schardt, 75, died July 28, 1983 at Our Lady of the Pines Retreat. She was a native of Toledo, OH. She was born Margaret Mary Schardt. She entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1928, and professed vows in 1931. She was a former X-ray and laboratory supervisor at five Sisters of Mercy Hospitals. She had also served at the Sisters of Mercy House of Prayer in Cincinnati for five years. She is survived by a brother, John Schardt of Toledo; and her religious community. Services were held at the St. Bernardine Chapel.

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SCHEMMEL, George
PUSHETA, OHIO: George Schemmel died August 25, 1862. He was born in Germany on October 6, 1817. Burial was at Kaeck Cemetery.

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SCHIAVONE, Salvatore
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Salvatore F. Schiavone, 56, died February 27, 1979. He was born September 23, 1922 in Youngstown to Antonio and Rose Cefalde Schiavone. He was the former operator of the Glenwood Sparkle Market. He was a graduate of the Toledo Butcher School, and ran his first grocery store in Brier Hill in the 1940s. He later partnered with Vincent Furrie and opened the Glenwood Sparkle Market. He attended St. Anthony Church. He was a member of the Unione Montagutese, and was a board member and treasurer of the Youngstown Area Grocers' Association. Survivors include his wife, Minnie Ambrose Schiavone; a son, Anthony, of Vienna; his mother, of Vienna; a sister, Marie Christy of Hollywood, FL; a brother, Guy, of Warren; and 2 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Schiavone Funeral Home.

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SCHOEPF, Ferdinand
TOLEDO, OHIO: Ferdinand "Fritz" Schoepf, 63, died October 17, 1979 at St. Charles Hospital. He was a retired manager at the Gulf Oil Refinery with 38 years of service and an Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Virginia Schoepf; a son, Larry; four sisters, Helen Powalowski, Mary Berning, Veronica Derr, and Victoria Cuthbertson; and a brother, Joseph. Arrangements were handled by Hoeflinger Mortuary.

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SCHOMMER, Rosa
DAYTON, OHIO: Rosa Schommer, 71, died February 12, 1942. She was born in Ohio on November 22, 1870 to William Mackey and Caroline Heiser. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Schommer. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery by Westbrock Funeral Home.

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SCHRODER, Walter
GRAYTOWN, OHIO: Walter W. Schroder, 77, died December 26, 1990 at his residence. He had worked for the Ohio Department of Transportation, and was a retired farmer. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn Schroder; two daughters, Darlene Truman and Diane Weidner; and 10 grandchildren. Services were held at St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Interment was at Elliston Cemetery by Crosser Funeral Home.

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SCHUETT, Ethel
TOLEDO, OHIO: Ethel O. Farris Schuett, 75, died January 5, 1993. Survivors include two sons, Thomas and Robert Dyer; two daughters, Mildred Dyer and Barbara A. Falls; two brothers, Jack and Jim Farris; two sisters, Catherine Remes and Louise Hartley; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter. Interment was at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery by Eggleston-Meinert Funeral Home.

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SCISTOSKI, Felix
TOLEDO, OHIO: Felix Scistoski, 78, died November 20, 1975 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was a retired production supervisor at the Tillotson division of Borg-Warner Corporation. He was a World War I veteran. He is survived by his wife, Flossie Scistoski. Arrangements were handled by Ansbert-West Mortuary.

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SCOTT, Leon D.
POINT PLEASANT, OHIO: Leon Donald Scott, 75, died January 30, 2008. He was born June 30, 1932 to the late Mary E. and Leon S. Scott. He was a former sheet metal worker, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a Jehovah's Witness. Services were held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Point Pleasant. Arrangements were entrusted to Willis Funeral Home.

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SCUDIER, Lucille
NILES, OHIO: Lucille J. Scudier, 83, died May 22, 2000 at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital. She was born January 30, 1917 in Warren to Louis and Mary Myers Pollock. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Niles, and the Niles Moose Lodge. She enjoyed singing and playing bingo. She is survived by a son, William, of Niles; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A. Scudier; a sister, Betty David; and two brothers, Ted and Jim Pollock. Interment was at Green Haven Memorial Gardens.

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SEAVOLT, Arthur R.
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO: Arthur Robert "Art" Seavolt, 83, died August 28, 2008 at his residence. He was born December 25, 1924 in Knox County to Zenno "Peg" Seavolt and Dorothy Buck Seavolt. He worked at Cooper Bessemer for 40 years, and was U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, serving on the USS Redfish. He was a member of Amity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Helen Derr Seavolt; two sons, Stephen (Carol) Seavolt of Mount Vernon, and Stanley Seavolt of Yuma, AZ; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements were handled by Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home.

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SEFERIADIS, Mitchell
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Mitchell Seferiadis, 76, died February 29, 2008. He was born June 30, 1931 in Youngstown to Kosmas and Rebecca Simeonidis Seferiadis. He owned M&T Towing, and also woked for General Fireproofing and Riley Bros. Towing Company. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Family members include two sisters, Beth Haidaris of Warren, and Bessie Gianopoulis of Staten Island, NY; a brother, Ted (Mable) Seferiadis of Youngstown; two nephews; and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Helen Seferiadis; and a brother-in-law, Thomas Haidaris. Services were held at St. John Greek Orthodox Church. Arrangements were handled by Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home.

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SEIDMAN, Evelyn
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Evelyn Seidman, 86, died May 22, 2011. She was born May 26, 1924. She is survived by a son, Jeffrey Seidman; a daughter-in-law, Sherry Seidman; a sister, Annette (Marshall) Harris; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-granddaughters; her cousins; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard; a son, Kenneth; and two brothers, Frank Lustig and Herbert Lustig. Interment was at the Temple Israel section of Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Epstein Memorial Chapel.

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SEIGENTHALER, Mary
OREGON, OHIO: Mary R. Seigenthaler, 100, died May 10, 1987 at the Lutheran Old Folks' Home in Oregon. She was a former attendant at the Luther Home of Mercy in Willison, and was a former resident of Lindsey, OH. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. Interment was at Mud Creek Cemetery in Sandusky County under the direction of Crosser Mortuary.

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SEILER, Albert
ARCHBOLD, OHIO: Albert M. Seiler, 82, died August 29, 1972 at Detwiler Memorial Hospital in Wauseon. He was a member of the Evangelical Mennonite Church. He is survived by six daughters, Helen (Edwin) Burkholder, Isabel (Roy) Graber, Mildred (Melvin) Schnitkey, Gertrude (Otis) Hitt, Ethel (Herbert) Francis, and Pauline (Calvin) Stannard; three sons, David, Lowell and Donald; three sisters, Mrs. Wilma Pomeranz, Mrs. Rosella Pomeranz, and Mrs. Severnia Hammon; a brother, Joe Seiler; 37 grandchildren; and 44 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Evangelical Mennonite Church. Burial was at Floral Grove Cemetery near West Unity under the direction of Short Funeral Home.

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SEISS, Gertrude
EDGERTON, OHIO: Gertrude M. Seiss, 101, died October 31, 1992 at Parkview Nursing Center in Edgerton. She was a former bookkeeper for the M.I. Wilcox Company. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Elsa Moffett; and her nephews, John Harpst, and David and James Barkenquast. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Seiss. Interment was at Forest Cemetery under the direction of Bersticker-Scott Funeral Home.

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SEITTER, Alvin
DELAWARE, OHIO: Alvin Lee Seitter, 53, died September 1, 2010 at Grady Memorial Hospital. He was born March 27, 1957 in Delaware, OH to Jack and Shirley Waddell Seitter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Survivors include a daughter, Marjorie Seitter of Delaware; a son, Leroy Seitter of Delaware; his parents, of Delaware; two brothers, William (Rebecca) and Martin (Tammy) Seitter, all of Delaware; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Irene Lawrence; and a brother, Charles Seitter. Services were held at Christian Life Church. Arrangements were handled by Rodman Neeper Funeral Home.

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SELAH, John
PICKERINGTON, OHIO: John R. Selah, 75, died January 26, 2003. He was a retired research and development representative with the claims department of Hanover Insurance Co. He attended Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Margarete; children, Kathy (Chet) Cudzilo of Chagrin Falls, John and Richard (Heather), all of Rutland, MA, and Kay (Lou) Mavko of Dublin; 13 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a nephew. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Cook; and a grandson. Arrangements were handled by Schoedinger East Chapel.

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SELL, Creele
BRADFORD, OHIO: Creele Estel Arthur Sell, 91, died November 15, 1997. He was born October 28, 1906 in Preston County, WV to Arthur and Ressie Liller Sell. He was a farmer and carpenter. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Susie Lavy Sell. He had eight children, including Lee Sell, Glen Sell, Calvin Sell, Ruby Wagner, Martha Emrick, Charles Sell, Edith Howell, and two foster children, Ed Hodge and Geraldine Hodge. He was preceded in death by a son, Lester; and two brothers, Simon and Theodore. Services were held at the Old Brethren Church. Interment was at Oakland Cemetery.

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SERVISS, Billie
TOLEDO, OHIO: Billie Serviss, 67, died May 2, 1990 at St. Charles Hospital. Survivors include her children, Douglas L., Terrance E., Gary L. and Vicki L. Serviss; a sister, Judy Schiavone; two brothers, Jack and Robert Collins, a daughter-in-law, Donna L. Serviss; 8 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene W. Serviss. Interment was at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Clegg-Abele Funeral Home.

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SEYLER, Amelia
MARIETTA, OHIO: Amelia Seyler, 81, died November 22, 1932. She was born December 2, 1850 in Marietta to Jacob and Elizabeth Henneman. She had several children, including Harry, Frank, Lisette, Marion and Helen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adam Seyler. Burial was at Oak Grove Cemetery.

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SEYLER, Sophie
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Sophie Krimmer Seyler, 80, died May 23, 1955 at her residence. She was born February 8, 1875 in Hubbard to Gottlieb and Marie Liddle Krimmer. She was a member of Pilgrim Collegiate Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include a daughter, Ruth Siefert of Youngstown; and 14 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob Seyler. Arrangements were handled by Shriver-Allison South Side Funeral Home.

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SHADE, Frances
NEWCOMERSTOWN, OHIO: Frances M. Shade, 89, died May 25, 2006 in Newcomerstown. She was born April 17, 1917 in Peninsula, OH. She was a member of St. Benedict Church. Services were held at St. Benedict Church in Cambridge. Burial was at Mount Calvary Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home.

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SHADE, Joan
MOUNT GILEAD, OHIO: Joan M. Shade, 74, died August 7, 2007 at the Woodside Village Care Center. She was born June 9, 1933 in Bucyrus, OH to Harry and Francis Miller Sanders. She was a former resident of Galion, and moved to Mount Gilead in 1955. Survivors include a daughter, Jane (Eric) Rectenwald of Cardington; a daughter-in-law, Nancy (Joe) Cozad of Crestline; two half-sisters, Deb Allen of Mansfield, and Vicky Grida; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John C. Shade; a son, John E. Shade, Sr.; and a brother, William Sanders. Interment was at Bryn Zion Cemetery by Snyder Funeral Home.

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SHANK, Nolan
FINDLAY, OHIO: Nolan D. Shank, 66, died June 14, 1993. He was born August 22, 1926 in Mount Cory, OH. He was a retired postal clerk and a U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of the Postal Workers' Union and attended the West Bigelow Church of God. Survivors include his wife, Annabel Lee Shank; two daughters, Debra D. Gorman and Toby A. Weeks, both of Findlay; a son, Terry L. Shank of North Baltimore; a sister, Hope Wyant of Zephyrhills, FL; two brothers, Doyle Shank and Earl Shank, both of Findlay; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Edith G. Smith; and a brother, Glen Shank. Arrangements were handled by Coldren-Crates Funeral Home.

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SHAUM, Alice
WOOSTER, OHIO: Alice C. Shaum, 96, died August 31, 2005 at West View Manor. She was born July 30, 1909 in Vincennes, IN to Charles J. and Mary Akers Conn. She was a former office worker, and also worked in a defense factory during World War II. She enjoyed traveling to Europe, and had also lived in Mexico. Survivors include a sister, Frances Cicconetti of Wooster; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Raymond Conn. Interment was at the Wooster Cemetery under the direction of Custer-Glenn Funeral Home.

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SHEELY, Ellen
SHELBY, OHIO: Ellen Sheely, 77, died May 18, 1919. She was survived by two daughters, Mrs. William W. Hawk and Mrs. William McKinney; and a son, O. Sheely of Bucklin, KS. Services were held at the Shelby Lutheran Church. Note: Her name may be Mary Ellen, and she may be buried at Shelby-Oakland Cemetery.

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SHEPPARD, Caroline
SPRINGFIELD, OHIO: Caroline Sheppard, 88, died March 12, 1922 at her residence. She was a native of Circleville. She was survived by a son, Mack Sheppard of Los Angeles; and a daughter, Annie Sheppard of Springfield. Services were held at her home. Interment was in Sedalia under the direction of undertaker R.C. Gardner.

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SHERWOOD, James
HOLLAND, OHIO: James I. Sherwood, 88, died January 7, 1956 at the Wilkinson Rest Home. He was born in Centerville, OH. He had worked as a foreman at Hettrick Belt Works. He was a former resident of Grand Rapids, and had been living in Holland for 12 years. Survivors include a son, James, of Holland. Interment was at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Pierstorff Funeral Home.

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SHICK, William
McARTHUR TOWNSHIP, OHIO: William Schick died December 31, 1894. He was born December 7, 1806. He was survived by six of his ten children. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Catharine Shawver Schick. Burial was at Bellefontaine Cemetery.

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SHIVLEY, Wavel
WAPAKONETA, OHIO: Wavel E. Shivley, 87, died January 16, 2007. He was born January 16, 1920 to Harry and Frieda Oehlhof Shivley. He is survived by his wife, Anna E. Huckemeyer Shivley. Odd Fellows rites were observed at the funeral home. Burial with military rites was at Kossuth Cemetery with arrangements by Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home.

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SHUKAITIS, Ethel
CHERRY VALLEY TOWNSHIP, OHIO: Ethel Therese Shukaitis, 84, died January 4, 2007 in Cherry Valley. She was born June 23, 1922 in Cleveland, OH to Andrew and Mary Simko Nevelos. She was a founding member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Andover and its Altar and Rosary Society. She was a former Cleveland resident. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, cooking and gardening. She is survived by two daughters, Donna M. (Kevin) Nugent of Cherry Valley, and Paula A. Willsey of Mentor; two sons, George Ted (Susan) Shukaitis of Chagrin Falls, and Richard A. (Eileen) Shukaitis of Brooklin; a sister-in-law, Mary Shukaitis; 8 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, George J. Shukaitis; a sister, Mary Shaw; and a granddaughter. Services were held at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. Interment was at the Cherry Valley Cemetery by Baumgardner Funeral Home.

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SHULAK, Harry
TOLEDO, OHIO: Harry Shulak, 79, died April 28, 1992 at St. Vincent Medical Center. He was born August 16, 1913. He was the retired owner of University Lanes Bowling Center. He was a member of Temple B'nai Israel and the Jewish Community Center, and was a former member of the Glengary Country Club. Survivors include his wife, Becky P. Shulak; two sons, Jerry Shulak and David Shulak, both of Scottsdale, AZ; a daughter, Sandra Schwartz of Kendall, FL; and 6 grandchildren. Interment was at Beth Shalom Cemetery under the direction of Wick Funeral Home.

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SHUMAN, Harry
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Harry Shuman, 84, died April 7, 1964 in Cleveland. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Sanford Betker, Mrs. Sam Rosen and Mrs. Frieda Levine, all of Columbus; a sister, Mrs. Rose Young of Columbus; 8 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Snider Memorial Chapel in Columbus. Interment was at New Beth Jacob Cemetery.

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SIINER, Anton
STRUTHERS, OHIO: Anton Siiner, 72, died May 3, 1984. He was born in Estonia on July 17, 1911. He relocated to Germany in 1944, to the U.S. in 1949, and to Struthers in 1952. Before coming to America, he was a public accountant. He retired from the seamless division of Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. with 25 years of service, and was a member of the United Steelworkers Union. He attended Christ Lutheran Church. He was a veteran of the Estonian Army. Survivors include his wife, Helmi Renter Siiner; a daughter, Mrs. Kulli Scheetz of Indianapolis, IN; a son, Dr. Rein of Akron; two sisters; four brothers; and 4 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Davidson-Becker Funeral Home.

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SILVERBLATT, Minnie
OTTAWA HILLS, OHIO: Minnie Silverblatt, 76, died December 5, 1973 at Edgewood Nursing Home. Survivors include her husband, Dan; two daughters, Nancy Green and Shirley Sluizer; and two sisters, Pearl Greenwald and Sylvia Fisher. Services were held at Zimmerman-Wick Mortuary.

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SIMKINS, Mildred
MARYVILLE, OHIO: Mildred Kathleen Simkins, 83, died March 7, 2007 at Heartland of Marysville. She was born August 10, 1923 in Broadway to Richard Clayton and Mary Merle Jarvis Simkins. She was a graduate of Marion Business College, and was a member of the Old Union Church of Christ. Survivors include ten first cousins, Elsie Skidmore of West Mansfield, Esther (Robbie) Robinson of Marysville, Clara Genther of Cincinnati, Richard (Louretta) Belville of Dublin, Myron (Sony) Simkins of Westerville, Mary Lou (Ike) Sabins of Urbana, Evelyn McNeal of Mount Vernon, Leonard (Lucille) Belville of Delaware, Paul (Peggy) Anderson of Coshocton, and Bernice (Thelma) Bushong of Florida. Interment was at Oakdale Cemetery with arrangements by Mannasmith Funeral Home.

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SINGER, Phyllis
PROCTORVILLE, OHIO: Phyllis Singer, 87, died October 19, 2008 at her home. She was born October 23, 1920 to Manta and Augusta Collins. Survivors include three sons, Billy Singer of Chesapeake, and Jeff Singer and Leslie Singer, both of Proctorville; five daughters, Sandy Danford of Willow Wood, Valerie Shockley of Chesapeake, and Peggy Nance, Donna Leffingwell, and Barbara Fuller, all of Proctorville; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Marvin and Michael; her parents; two brothers; and five sisters. Burial was at Miller Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hall Funeral Home.

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SISLEY, Robert A.
BREWSTER, OHIO: Robert Austin Sisley died September 17, 1976 in Brewster. He was born in 1903. He was a resident of the Brewster Park Convalescence Center, and had previously lived in the Belle Vernon, PA area. He is survived by his wife, Pauline Rigby Sisley; a daughter, Margaret (Joseph) Bullock of Paris, OH; a sister, Martha Harbert of Sewickly, PA; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held in Canton, OH. Interment was at the Belle Vernon Cemetery.

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SKIBISKI, Adam
KENT, OHIO: Adam Charles Skibiski, 81, died August 7, 2008. He was born August 21, 1926 in Stow to Anthony and Josephine Filar Skibiski. He worked for the maintenance department of the Village of Hudson, and was an Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include a brother-in-law, Lester Krebs of Tallmadge; his nieces and nephews; his step-grandchildren; and his step great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Gladys M. Skibiski; two sisters, Josephine Krebs and Helen Skibiski; and his brothers, Henry, Albert, Lawrence, Edward, and George. Services were held at St. Patrick's Church. Interment was at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent with arrangements by Bissler and Sons Funeral Home.

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SKINNER, Rose
OAK HARBOR, OHIO: Rose Skinner, 84, died March 8, 2009 at Riverview Healthcare Campus in Oak Harbor. She was born December 27, 1924 in Carroll Township, OH to Reuben and Beatrice Cover St. Clair. She was a longtime employee of Standard Products in Port Clinton, and had also worked at Lay's Fish Co. and the Erie Army Depot. She attended St. John Lutheran Church in Port Clinton, AARP, the Moose Lodge, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and telling jokes. Survivors include a daughter, Marsha (Robert) Adkins of Oak Harbor; a foster daughter, Kimberely Moffitt of Oak Harbor; 2 grandchildren; a foster granddaughter; 4 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; her friends; and her dog, Baby. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert M. Skinner; a son, Reuben Dick; her parents; and several siblings. Interment was at Rusha Cemetery under the direction of Robinson-Walker Funeral Home.

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SKRABSKI, Clara
STEUBENVILLE, OHIO: Clara S. Skrabski, 86, died June 17, 2006 at Alafia Village in Brandon, FL. She was born October 3, 1919 in Washington, PA to the late Stanislav and Eva Mierczynski Babiarz. She was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, the Episcopal Church Women, the King's Daughters, and the Y.W.C.A. She is survived by a daughter, Kathleen E. (Kenneth) Mihalik of Ponchatoula, LA; a son, Thomas L. (Marcie) Skrabski of Brandon; a grandson; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She enjoyed church activities and gardening. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley J. Skrabski. Services were held at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Interment was at Fort Steuben Burial Estates under the direction of Shorac Funeral Home.

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SLOMINSKI, Rev. Bede
TOLEDO, OHIO: Father Bede J. Slominski, 54, died June 16, 1983. He was a native of Detroit. He had served as a priest in the Toledo Diocese since 1957. He held a bachelor's degree in divinity from Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary in Michigan, and a MA degree in divinity from St. Mary's College in Orchard Lake, MI. He had also attended the University of Detroit, Sacred Heart Seminary in Detroit, and Assumption College in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1957. He had been a pastor at St. Hyacinth's Church since 1972, and had also served at St. Adalbert's Parish, St. Anthony's Parish, St. Teresa's Parish and St. Mary's Church in Vermilion, OH. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a chaplain for the Catholic Daughters of Isabella and the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Catholic War Veterans. He was survived by a brother, Rev. Fabian Slominski of Warren, MI. Services were held at St. Hyacinth's Church. Arrangements were handled by Sujkowski Funeral Home.

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SLY, Walter
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Walter Leroy Sly died October 15, 1969 at South Side Hospital. He was born October 7, 1953 in Youngstown to Albert and Walletta Cheatham Sly. He was a sophomore at South High School, where he was a member of the band. He attended New Bethel Baptist Church. Survivors include his parents; three brothers, Frederick, Willie and Larry; two sisters, LaWanna and Althea; two half-sisters, Sherry Sullivan and Marsha L. Gibson; two half-brothers, Matthew Sullivan and Michael Sullivan; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Sly and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cheatham. Services were held at New Bethel Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by Linton Funeral Home.

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SLYE, Ethel
PORTSMOUTH, OHIO: Ethel L. Slye, 75, died December 11, 1984 at Mercy Hospital. She was a native of Scioto County. She retired from a shoe company in Vanceburg, KY, and was a member of the First Christian Church. Survivors include a nephew, Thomas Slye of McDermott; a niece, Regina Hiles of McDermott; and her friends. Interment was at Scioto Burial Park by Windel-Howland and Brant Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Goldie
NEW LEBANON, OHIO: Goldie Smith, 83, died August 1, 2004. She retired from General Motors, and was a former member of the Miamisburg Moose Club. She is survived by a daughter, Pattie of New Lebanon; and a niece and nephew, both of Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters; and two brothers. Interment was at Preble Memory Gardens under the direction of Newcomer-Farley Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Helen
NAVARRE, OHIO: Helen Smith, 96, died October 13, 2010 at Country Lawn Center in Navarre. She was born January 24, 1914 in Alliance to Joseph and Anna Fabian. She had worked in the dietary department at Alliance Community Hospital, and attended Beechwood United Methodist Church. She was a longtime Alliance area resident. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Brownfield of Canton; a daughter-in-law, Carlotta Smith of Alliance; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold L. Smith; a son, Robert L. Smith; her parents; a sister; two brothers; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Highland Memorial Park under the direction of Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Iva
SCOTTOWN, OHIO: Iva May Smith, 93, died June 14, 2003 at Holzer Senior Care Center. She was born May 10, 1910 in Lawrence County, OH to Cornelus and Vesta Jones Shockley. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, including her caregiver, Jeanetta Hannon. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a sister, Olive Smith; and three brothers, Manuel, Aulta, and Oliver Shockley. Interment was at Rome Cemetery under the direction of Hall Funeral Home.

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SMITH, James W.
LEBANON, OHIO: James Walter Smith, 52, died March 27, 1935. He was born March 9, 1883. He worked for the Oregonia Bridge Company. He was survived by his wife, Rebecca Williams Smith; a daughter, Waunita; and a granddaughter. Burial was at the Lebanon Cemetery under the direction of Owswald Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Jean
PIQUA, OHIO: Jean D. Smith, 68, died December 9, 2006 at the Hospice of Dayton. She was born October 23, 1938 in Amory, MS. She was a member of Cornerstone Life Church. Survivors include her husband, Rosevelt "Smitty" Smith; a son, Tom "Chucky" Smith of Piqua; three daughters, Dian Godsey of Hilliard, and Barbara Vaughan and Louise (Skip) Jackson, all of Piqua; three sisters, Aline Harper of Englewood, Emma (Ulysses) Williams of Dayton, and Josephine (Denby) Usher of Marcum, IL; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Luedella Armstrong Harper. Interment was at Forest Hill Cemetery under the direction of Jamieson and Yannucci Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Joseph E.
WESTERVILLE, OHIO: Joseph Edward Smith, 86, died March 13, 2010. He was the son of Joseph and Marie Smith. He was a printer for over 50 years, and retired from Dwight Yaeger Topography in Columbus. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II, and formerly lived in Dayton. Survivors include his wife, Joyce; a son, David Smith; three daughters, Nancy (Terry) Rowley, Laura (Daniel) Perron, and Bonnie Kavanah; a stepdaughter, Vicki Smith; 9 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Interment was at Blendon Central Cemetery under the direction of Moreland Funeral Home.

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SMITHERS, Elsie
TOLEDO, OHIO: Elsie H. Smithers, 79, died February 17, 2002. Survivors include her children, Simeon (Inger) Leet of Stockholm, Sweden, David (Darlene) Leet and Patsy (Lloyd) Smith, all of Lexington, KY, and Clifford Smithers of Toledo; a sister, Mildred (Othas) Ledington of Hamilton; 7 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip. Burial was at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park by J. Jeffrey Fretti Funeral Home.

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SMOTHERS, Phyllis
SWANTON, OHIO: Phyllis A. Smothers, 69, died March 29, 2004. She was born December 19, 1934 in Seneca County to Frank and Ethel Holmes Thomas. She was a waitress, and attended Berkey Congregational Christian Church. She loved animals. Survivors include a daughter, Sherri (Greg) Bettinger of Swanton; a son, James (Shelly) Smothers of Toledo; a half-sister, Francis Fraley of Ellington, FL; and 2 granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Smothers; her parents; and a half-sister, Betty Young. Interment was at Knollcrest Gardens under the direction of Harold-Floriana Funeral Home.

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SNAVLEY, Doyle
CLOVERDALE, OHIO: Doyle Snavley, 71, died in February of 1985. He was a retired welder. Survivors include his wife, Doris; two sons, Bruce and Bernard; three daughters, Judy Clementz, Janice Schroeder and Joyce Snavley; and two brothers, Elmer and Kenneth. Arrangements were handled by Taylor Mortuary. Note: His date of birth may be November 19, 1913.

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SNODDERLY, Wanda
OXFORD, OHIO: Wanda Adeline Snodderly, 85, died July 6, 2012 at her home. She was born January 19, 1927 in Hamilton, OH to Elijah and Rella Delph Wagers. She had formerly worked as a telephone operator in College Corner, OH. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and enjoyed baking and gardening. Survivors include four daughters, Diana Snodderly of Kettering, Kimberly Butler, Melissa Hornsby (Rocky), and Barbara Beach (John), all of Oxford; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and her friends, including Tom and Mariam Gardner of Cincinnati, and Chris Sizemore of Oxford. She was preceded in death by husband, Henry "Hank" Snodderly; her parents; three sisters; and four brothers. Interment was at College Corner Cemetery by Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home.

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SOCKMAN, Pansy
MARTINS FERRY, OHIO: Pansy Helen Sockman, 65, died July 12, 1962 at the Ohio Valley General Hospital in Wheeling, WV. She was born November 13, 1896 in Triadelphia, WV to Mr. and Mrs. John Birch. Burial was at Riverview Cemetery in Martins Ferry under the direction of Heslop Funeral Home.

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SONDYS, Hugo
TOLEDO, OHIO: Hugo Sondys, 78, died November 23, 1985 at St. Vincent Medical Center. He was a retired shear operator with Sharon Manufacturing Co. Survivors include three sons, Hugo, Francis and Joel; and three sisters, Mrs. Velma Fey, Mrs. Claudia Mortermore, and Mrs. Marie Poling. Services were held at St. Patrick's Church. Arrangements were handled by Ansbert-West Mortuary.

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SOPER, Myrtle
RAVENNA, OHIO: Myrtle M. Soper, 87, died November 21, 1983 at the Jane Francis Nursing Home. She was born March 3, 1896 in Windham to Isaiah and Madeline Reiss Masters. She was a piano teacher and member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Reiter of Youngstown; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank. Arrangements were handled by Wood Funeral Home.

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SOWINSKI, Stella
TOLEDO, OHIO: Stella Sowinski, 68, died January 2, 1990 at the Monclova Care Center. She was the sister of Mrs. Anastasia Adamczak. Services were held at St. Hyacinth Church. Arrangements were handled by Sujkowski Funeral Home.

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SPEAKMAN, Leonard
LONDON, OHIO: Leonard E. Speakman, 78, died January 24, 2002 at his residence. He was born June 19, 1923 in Delaware, OH. He was a horse trainer, and was a member of the Ohio Harness Horsemen's Association. Survivors include his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two wives; a sister; and a brother. Cremation arrangements were handled by Eberle Funeral Home.

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SPENCER, Valorous
XENIA, OHIO: Valorous "Val" Spencer, 83, died January 19, 2005. He was born on November 30, 1921 to the late George Fisher and Hattie Graves Spencer. He was an engineering coordinator at Morris Bean & Company, and was a decorated U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Guilma I. "Jean" Yates Spencer; two sons, Gary Spencer of Norfolk, VA, and James L. Spencer of Xenia; his grandchildren; and his great-grandchildren. Entombment was at Valley View Memorial Gardens by McColaugh Funeral Home.

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SPIES, Lois
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Lois Spies, 72, died June 1, 2009. She was born August 26, 1936. She was the mother of Marcella and the late Terrance. Services were held at St. Augustine Church. Interment was at Holy Cross Cemetery under the direction of Tabone-Komorowski Funeral Home.

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SPROW, Glen
DEFIANCE, OHIO: Glen E. Sprow, 48, died May 30, 1969 at Williams County General Hospital in Montpelier. He was born February 15, 1921 to James and Mary Breininger Sprow. He was a truck driver for Defiance Tractor Sales. Survivors include six brothers, Harold, William, James, John, Robert and Carl; and three sisters, Mrs. Doris Selking, Mrs. Flossie Ames, and Mrs. Mary Stark. Arrangements were handled by Greenisen Funeral Home.

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SQUEO, Betty
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Betty Katherine Squeo, 92, died January 27, 2010 at Lincoln Lodge. She was born February 26, 1917 in Columbus, OH to Earl and Pearl Hirn. She enjoyed cooking and playing bingo. Survivors include her children, William (Linda) Squeo, Barbara (John) O'Day, and Linda Squeo; a sister, Madge Guenther; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; her parents; and a brother, Joe Hirn. Interment was at Grove City Cemetery under the direction of Schoedinger-Norris Chapel.

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STAIGER, Mary
TOLEDO, OHIO: Mary Webster Staiger, 94, died November 10, 1963 at the Frey Convalescent Home. She was a native of Marseilles, OH. She was a graduate of Adrian College, where she was a sorority member. She attended the Monroe Street Methodist Church. She was a member of the Women's Society for Christian Service and the Order of the Eastern Star, and served on the board of pensions of the Ohio Methodist Conference. She was a charter member of the Lakeside Women's Club. Services were held at Monroe Street Methodist Church. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Garner-Guss Mortuary.

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STALTER, Fred
PERRYSBURG, OHIO: Fred B. Stalter, 75, died March 4, 1979 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was a retired foreman with Columbia Gas. Survivors include his wife, Caddie; a daughter, Susan Berry; two brothers, Mernett and James; and three sisters, Lucille Calkins, Bertha Luttrell, and Helen Jones. Masonic rites were held at Witzler-Shank-Heilman Mortuary.

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STANISH, Tom
TOLEDO, OHIO: Tom Stanish, 54, died January 3, 1993 at Medical College Hospital. He worked as a floral designer for over 30 years. He is survived by his companion of 21 years, Wayne Wright; two sisters, Dorothy Torquato of Harrisburg, PA, and Margaret Furda of Baltimore, MD; four brothers, John Stanish of Toledo, Leonard Stanish of Marblehead, and Edward Stanish and Bill Stanish, both of Bradenton, FL; an aunt, Mary Stanish of Toledo; 27 nieces and nephews; 43 great-nieces and great-nephews; and 8 great-grand-nieces and great-grand-nephews. Arrangements were handled by Walter Funeral Home.

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STANLEY, Jemima
PATRIOT, OHIO: Jemima Job Stanley, 83, died May 19, 2006. She was born November 3, 1922 to the late Sidney and Della Parker Transeau. She attended Lecta Church of Christ in Christian Union, and served as a church elder. She is survived by her daughters, Margaret (Albert) Avery of Kitts Hill, Kathy (Wayne) Harrison of Crown City, Linda (Joe) O'Dell of Jackson, OH, Mary (David) Whealdon of Patriot, and Judy (David) Beiler of Lancaster, PA; her Sons, Vonley (Hazel) Stanley, Tom (Carolyn) Stanley, Toney (Debbie) Stanley, and Jack Stanley, all of Patriot, and Ralph Stanley of Lancaster, PA; 33 grandchildren; and 44 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon E. Stanley; her parents; three sisters, Emma Gentle, Grace Smith, and Mary Transeau, and four brothers, Stonewall Jackson Transeau, Rufus Transeau, Elijah Transeau, and her twin brother, Simon Transeau. Services were held at Lecta Church of Christ in Christian Union. Burial was at Palestine Cemetery by Willis Funeral Home.

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STASIULEWICZ, Frances
STEUBENVILLE, OHIO: Frances C. Stasiulewicz, 96, died October 18, 2002 at Carriage Inn. She was born November 17, 1905 in Steubenville to the late Francis and Boleslawa Ziarko Zlotkowski. She was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. She is survived by two daughters, Mary T. (Robert) Dylewski of Clarindon, PA, and Barbara A. (George) Beattie of Myrtle Beach, SC; 7 grandchildren, including her caregivers, Rebecca Fell, Michelle Lyons, and Deborah Fell; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Stasiulewicz; and six brothers, Leo, Boleslaus, Peter, Joseph, George, and Venceslaus Zlotkowski. Services were held at St. Stanislaus Church. Burial was at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Steubenville under the direction of Shorac Funeral Home.

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STEIN, Geraldine
CORTLAND, OHIO: Geraldine A. Stein, 88, died September 15, 2009 at her home. She was born February 9, 1921 in Warren, OH to Glenwood and Helen Blanche Miller Garrison. She was a member of NorthMar Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, and also attended the Howland Community Church. She enjoyed traveling, knitting and painting. She is survived by three daughters, Geraldine (Kent) Fusselman of Cortland, Helen (Victor) Kapcsos of Lancaster, and Shirley (Ronald) Kapcsos of Estero, FL; a son, Charles L. (Carol) Stein of Champion; 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. She was preceded death by her husband of 67 years, Charles G. Stein; her parents; a sister; and a brother. Services were held at the NorthMar Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. Burial was at Howland Township Cemetery under the direction of Carl W. Hall Funeral Home.

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STELMACH, Sister Mary Ignatia
SYLVANIA, OHIO: Sr. Mary Ignatia Stelmach, 83, died February 22, 1976 at the convent infirmary. She was born Agatha Stelmach in Poland. She was a nun with the Sisters of St. Francis, entering the order from Rochester, MN in 1917. She served at various hospitals and convents in Ohio, Michigan and Nebraska, including St. Hyacinth's Hospital in Toledo and Providence Hospital in Sandusky. Services were held at the convent at Our Lady of Peace chapel.

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STEPHENS, Moses
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Moses E. Stephens died October 7, 2008. He was born September 19, 1933 in Fort Gaines, GA to Clarence and Eula Stephens. He was a boxing fan. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Stephens; a son, Anthony (Linda) Stephens; a stepdaughter, Elaine Brewster; two stepsons, Elijah and Eric (Christal) Brewer; five brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; his grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Snow Pearl Stephens; and his parents. Interment was at Eastlawn Cemetery under the direction of Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home.

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STILES, Lois
SOUTH WEBSTER, OHIO: Lois Paige Stiles, 67, died June 15, 2009. She was born September 28, 1941 in South Webster to the late Gilbert C. Stiles and Margery Crabtree Stiles. Survivors include three brothers, Raymond Stiles (Janet) of South Webster, Charles Stiles (Neva) of Amherst, and Carl (Ida) Stiles. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Helen Stiles. Interment was at Scioto Furnace Cemetery under the direction of D.W. Davis Funeral Home.

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STINE, Dean
BERGHOLZ, OHIO: Dean S. Stine, 79, died May 28, 2009 at Trinity Medical Center East in Steubenville. He was born August 13, 1929 in East Springfield to the late Frederick N. and Bessie Angelina Lawson Stine. He was a farmer and a retired coal miner at Jensie Mine. He was a Protestant. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the VFW. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Lou Stine of Bergholz, and Rose M. (Valiant) Maple of Wellsville; two brothers and their spouses, Michael and Tina Carter Stine, and Edward and Antia Twaddle Stine, all of Bergholz; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Florence M. Shepherd Stine; and four siblings, Ruth Stine, Vivian Walulik, William Stine, and John Stine. Burial with military honors was at Circle Green Cemetery under the direction of Everhart-Bove Funeral Home.

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ST. JULIAN, Violet
TOLEDO, OHIO: Violet L. St. Julian, 80, died September 4, 1996 at the Toledo Hospital. She was a retired banquet waitress at the Commodore Perry Hotel with 30 years of service. Survivors include two sons, James and Terry (Janet) St. Julian; a daughter, Sandra (Gary) Johnston; two sisters-in-law, Helen Dusseau and Georgia Mahon; 10 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward St. Julian. Services were held at Christ the King Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by Reeb Funeral Home.

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STORMS, Rev. Joseph W., Jr.
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Rev. Joseph W. Storms, Jr., 45, died May 24, 1974 at his residence. He was born April 15, 1929 to Rev. Joseph Walker Storms, Sr. and Lucille Green Storms. He was a graduate of Wilberforce University and Payne Theological Seminary. He was pastor of Lee Memorial A.M.E. Church in Cleveland. Survivors include his wife, Roberta Long Storms; three children, Dierdre L. Storms, Timothy W. Storms and Joseph W. Storms; his stepmother, Mrs. Willetta Moore; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Lee Memorial A.M.E. Church. Burial was at Lake View Cemetery.

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STRICKLAND, Idus
TOLEDO, OHIO: Idus Strickland, 68, died July 9, 1958 at Mercy Hospital. He was born in Meriwether County, GA. He retired from Interlake Iron Corp. with 30 years of service, and had lived in Toledo for 35 years. He was a member of Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Lolie Strickland; a son, Walter of Toledo; two sisters, Mrs. Lottie Jackson of Boston and Mrs. Lavonia Butler of Troy, NY; and 2 grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Dale Mortuary.

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STRZEMPKA, Eugene
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, OHIO: Eugene J. Strzempka died June 15, 1971 in Louisville, KY. He was the husband of Cecilia O'Brien; the son of Joseph and Florence Niemczyk Strzempka; the father of Joseph, Mary Ann, and Peter; and the brother of Paul of Pittsburgh, and Gerald of Sarasota, FL. Services were held at St. Agatha's Church. Arrangements were handled by Ray O'Connell Funeral Home.

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SUCIC, Mato
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Mato Sucic, 84, died August 28, 2006. He was the brother of Marinko, Luka, and Eva Ljubicic; and the uncle of Ivan Sucic (Kata), and other nieces and nephews in Croatia. Services were held at St. Paul Croatian Church. Interment was at All Souls Cemetery under the direction of Golub Funeral Home.

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SULLINGER, Beverly
TOLEDO, OHIO: Beverly Sullinger, 14, died August 2, 1942 at the Women's and Children's Hospital. She was about to enter the 8th grade at Horace Mann School, and was a member of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sullinger; two sisters, Barbara Jean and Phyllis Joyce; and a twin brother, William.

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SULLIVAN, Doris
NORTH CANTON, OHIO: Doris Vye Sullivan, 89, died February 2, 1990 at the St. Luke Lutheran Home. She was a native and longtime resident of Toledo, OH. She was survived by a nephew, Melvin C. Vye of Akron. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Sullivan. Cremation arrangements were handled by Malloy Memorial Service of Cleveland.

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SURDEL, Julia
TOLEDO, OHIO: Julia Surdel, 46, died July 25, 1938 at her residence. She was survived by her husband, Edward Surdel; and three children, Edward, Henry and Martha, all of Toledo. Services were held at Nativity Church. Burial was at Calvary Cemetery under the direction of S.G. Gasiorowski Mortuary.

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SYCKS, Blanche
COSHOCTON, OHIO: Blanche M. Sycks, 90, died March 26, 2007 at the Coshocton Health and Rehab Center. She was born April 25, 1916 in Coshocton County to the late James H. and Bessie Trotman Davis. She was a member of Central Christian Church. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Whitmeyer of Alexandria, VA; two sons, James H. (Sandra) Sycks of Coshocton, and Jerry A.(Martha) Sycks of West Lafayette; 8 grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 13 step great-grandchildren; a step great-great-granddaughter; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard H. Sycks; two sisters; a brother; a son-in-law; and a grandson. Interment was at South Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Given-Dawson Funeral Home.

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SZALKAY, Alexander
OREGON, OHIO: Alexander J. Szalkay, 77, died February 17, 1993 at his residence. He was a retired welder for the Sun Oil Company, and had also retired from the maintenance department of the Oregon Board of Education. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Rose E. Szalkay; a daughter, Sally A. (Gary) Breier; two sisters, Roseann Flannery and Rose Pitzen; and 2 grandchildren. Interment was at Willow Cemetery under the direction of Eggleston-Meinert Funeral Home.

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SZILAGYI, Helen
NORTH KINGSVILLE, OHIO: Helen Szilagyi, 73, died December 30, 2003 at University Hospital in Cleveland. She was born in Uszka, Hungary on November 13, 1930 to Sandor and Irma Karmacsi Paladi. She formerly lived in Ashtabula. She enjoyed playing bingo and cooking. She is survived by a son, Zoltan Szilagyi of Hollywood, FL; a daughter, Patty (Joe) Perry of North Kingsville; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Zoltan; her parents; a sister; and a brother. Arrangements were handled by Guerriero Funeral Home.

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