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Obituaries - Star Beacon August 1, 2004
James E. Pal, Sr.
PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP — James E. Pal, Sr., age 81, of Plymouth Township, died
Thursday, July 29, 2004, at his home.
Born July 16, 1923 in Ashtabula, OH, he was the son of Julius and Bertha (Muscho)
Pal. On November 15, 1952, he married the former Irene Rich.
Before his retirement, he worked for the former P.Y. & A. Dock Company and
Ashtabula Bow Socket.
He loved Nascar Races, Raceway 7, working outdoors, spending time with his
family, watching his grand and great-grandchildren grow-up, and his faithful
companion, his dog, Holly.
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Cindy (Gary) Dunbar of Plymouth; sons,
Jimmy (Dinah) of Plymouth, Joey (Rhonda) of Plymouth, Tony of Conneaut, Greg
(Michelle) of Ashtabula, and Steve (Joanna) of Florida; 12 grandchildren; nine
great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Joseph Pal of Ashtabula, and Alex Pal of
Plymouth.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Julius and John Pal.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 2, 2004, at the
GUERRIERO FUNERAL HOME, 1550 West 19th Street in Ashtabula, with the Reverend
Glenn Warner officiating. Burial will take place in Edgewood Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home from 9 a.m. until time of Service on
Monday.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 2, 2004
 Anthony
P. Markijohn
CONNEAUT — Anthony Paul Markijohn, age 71, of Chadman Street, Conneaut, OH, died
Saturday morning, July 31, 2004, at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby, OH,
following a lengthy illness.
Mr. Markijohn was born in Conneaut on December 22, 1932, a son of the late Tony
and Helena (Leonart) Markijohn. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean
Conflict.
Upon returning to Conneaut, he was first employed by the former Nickel Plate
Railroad, Reactive Metals, and for many years was employed as a maintenance
mechanic and machinist by Millenium Plant 1 in Ashtabula.
Mr. Markijohn was a member of Lakeview United Methodist Church, and his hobbies
included restoring antique and classic cars; following NASCAR; assisting family
and friends with home projects; and biking with his neighbors.
Survivors include his wife, Albertine (Watson) Markijohn, whom he married 49
years ago; and three daughters, Janice (Jed) Speer of Massilon, OH, Bonnie
(Charles) Ruth of Willoughby, OH, and Joyce (David) Weaver of North Canton, OH.
Also surviving are his grandchildren, Jared, Juliana, and Jadrien Speer, and
Abigail and Katherine Ruth; and two brothers, Stephen and James Markijohn, both
of Conneaut.
His parents preceded him in death.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2004, at the
Lakeview United Methodist Church with family members, Reverend Joseph Cooke and
Reverend Robert Olthoff, officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory
Gardens with Military Honors.
Calling Hours will be on Tuesday evening, August 3, 2004, from 7 to 9 p.m. at
the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Memorial Fund of Lakeview United
Methodist Church. Envelopes are available at the Church or Funeral Home
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 4, 2004
Christopher E. Kimbrew
CONNEAUT — Christopher E. Kimbrew, age 17, of Conneaut, OH, died Monday, August
2, 2004.
He was born May 30, 1987 in Conneaut, OH, a son of Richard E. and Rebecca
(Sanford) Kimbrew.
Christopher was a student at Conneaut High School and enjoyed riding his bike,
skeet shooting, shooting bow and arrow, bowling, collecting trains, collecting
Richard Petty memorabilia, and fishing.
He also enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, but most of all, he
loved caring for and watching over his little brother, Cody.
Survivors include his parents of Conneaut; his brother, Dakota “Cody” Kimbrew at
home; his maternal grandmother, Jerrine Sanford of Conneaut; his paternal
grandparents, Arling and Juanita Kimbrew of Jefferson; his paternal
great-grandmother, Betty Bramley of Painesville; his best friend, Shane Houston;
and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Raymond Sanford; his
paternal great-grandfather, Eugene Bramley; and his maternal great-grandparents.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2004, at the
MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Friday from 1 to 3 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family or to the Conneaut Station #4
Dive Team. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 5, 2004
John Fetters
ASHTABULA — John Fetters, age 81, of Diane Drive, died Tuesday, August 3, 2004,
at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home.
Born August 24, 1922 in Portsmouth, OH, he was the son of the late Herbert and
Edna (Schultz) Fetters. Mr. Fetters was a resident of Ashtabula for 54 years,
and formerly resided in Lucasville, OH.
He worked for Union Carbide for 34 years, retiring in 1987. He also worked for
30 years, part time, at Bob Hill’s Plymouth-Chrysler Dealership in North
Kingsville, OH.
John enjoyed reading, gardening, and spending time with his family. He was a
member of the Edgewood Nazarene Church.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Viola Rose (Kent), whom he married June 18,
1949 in Portsmouth, OH; a son, Christopher John and Christina of Harpersfield;
four daughters, Michele Lyne and Ronald Hanobik of Chardon, Deborah Lee and John
Konegni of North Kingsville, Ruth Ann Seton of Ravenna, and Connie Sue and
Dwight Smith of Lucasville; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one
great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother; and two sisters.
Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2004, at the BURTON
FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 1329 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH, with Reverend Kevin Ellis,
of Edgewood Nazarene Church in Ashtabula, and Reverend Phil Howard, a cousin
from Lucasville, officiating. Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memory
Gardens, North Kingsville, OH.
Calling Hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2004, at the Funeral
Home and one hour prior to Service on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Edgewood Nazarene Church.
Arrangements were handled by the BURTON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 1329
Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH.
William
Chunke
KINGSVILLE — William Chunke, age 80, of Cemetery Road, Kingsville, OH, died
Tuesday, August 3, 2004, at his home.
Born February 20, 1924 in Johnstown, PA, he was a son of the late Michael and
Ann Chunke. A Veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during World War II.
He was retired from LTV Steel in 1989.
Mr. Chunke was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ashtabula; a member of
the Knights of Columbus; and enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, gardening, and
spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Mary (Ashley) Chunke of Kingsville; son, Michael of
Ashtabula; and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and several brothers and sisters.
No Calling Hours will be observed at the request of the family.
A Funeral Service will be held 12 p.m., noon, on Friday, August 6, 2004, in the
mausoleum at the Greenlawn Memory Gardens Chapel, North Kingsville, OH,
with the Reverend Kenneth Roberts, of the Pentecostal Church of God on Cooke
Road, officiating.
Arrangements were handled by the BURTON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 1329
Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH.
Florence Donnelly
EL RENO, OK — Florence Donnelly, age 95, of El Reno, OK, passed away Monday,
August 2, 2004.
She was born December 21, 1908 in Conneaut, OH, a daughter of William and Mary
(Webster) Metcalf. She had been living in El Reno since 1990, moving from
Riverside, CA.
She enjoyed sewing and crocheting, and was a Wimarine.
Survivors include two daughters, Christine Moore and Jody Moore, both of El
Reno; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis R. Donnelly.
Private family services are to be held.
Information was provided by the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208
Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH.
MABEL V. LaMONT
TOLEDO — Mabel V. LaMont, age 71, of Reservoir Road, Upper Sandusky, OH, died
Tuesday afternoon, August 3, 2004, in St. Vincents Mercy Hospital, Toledo, OH.
On May 28, 1952, she married Sidney LaMont in Kelloggsville, OH. She was also a
former employee of Premix Inc., North Kingsville, OH. A Graveside Service will
be held 2:30 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2004, at Greenlawn Memory Gardens
Cemetery, North Kingsville, OH, with her brother and sister, Reverend Jerry
and Reverend Alice, officiating. Friends may call at BRINGMAN-CLARK & CO.
FUNERAL HOME, 226 East Wyandot Avenue, Upper Sandusky, from 6 to 8 p.m. today,
Thursday, August 5, 2004. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of
Wyandot Co., c/o Bringman-Clark & Co. Funeral Home, P.O. Box 246, Upper
Sandusky, OH 43351.Obituaries - Star Beacon August 6, 2004
Kathy M. Ross
CONNEAUT — Kathy A. Ross, age 47, of Conneaut, died Wednesday, August 4, 2004,
at her residence after a lengthy illness.
Kathy was born June 20, 1957, in Conneaut, the daughter of Michael P. and
Josephine (Carlo) Guarino. She attended St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated
from Conneaut High School in 1976.
She was formerly employed at the Conneaut Dairy Queen and was employed as a
clerk with the Super Kmart at the Ashtabula Mall.
Kathy was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Conneaut, where she was a CCD
teacher.
She enjoyed cooking, baking, flowers, and was an animal lover, especially her
dog, Rocky. Both Kathy and husband Kenny enjoyed going to “garage sales” on
Fridays and Saturdays. She also loved spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and an infant sister, Mary Beth
Guarino.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Kenny Ross, whom she married July 22, 1993;
two sons, Dean Bartone and Brian Bartone, both of Conneaut; a stepdaughter,
Heather Ross of Geneva; a stepson, Damon Ross of Mentor; two brothers, Michael
J. (Connie) Guarino, and Wayne R. Guarino, all of Conneaut; nieces and nephews,
Mike Guarino, Michelle Guarino and Tony Guarino; and great-nieces and
great-nephews, Carlie and Mike Guarino and Anthony Burkhartte.
A Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 7,
2004, at St. Mary’s Church, 480 State Street, Conneaut, with Father Raymond
Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.
Calling Hours will be held on Friday, August 6, 2004, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to
9 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.
Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family. Envelopes will
be available at the funeral home.
James
E. Buchanan
CONCORD, N.C. — James E. (Jim) Buchanan, 69, formerly of North Kingsville, died
Wednesday evening, August 4, 2004, at his home in Concord, N.C.
A North Kingsville resident for twenty-five years, Mr. Buchanan moved to North
Carolina nearly two years ago.
He was born on Aug. 7, 1934, in Jamestown, New York, a son of the late Arthur T.
and Virginia Jane (Beal) Buchanan.
Mr. Buchanan served with the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and was also a
police officer in Jamestown before moving to this area, where he was a retired
employee of Millennium in Ashtabula.
Mr. Buchanan was a member of the Salisbury, N.C., Elks Club and also the Mason
Lodge and Eastern Star. He enjoyed flying radio-controlled model airplanes and
especially being a member of the Conneaut Boat Club with his sailboat “NAUTI-NESSY.”
Survivors include his wife, Carol (Butters) Buchanan, whom he married on Oct.
15, 1960; two daughters, Ginny Caulder of Omaha, Nebraska, and Victoria Orgel of
Concord; three grandchildren; a sister, Jane Forbes of New Martinsville, West
Virginia; and a brother, Doug Crowe of Olympia, Washington.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2004, at the LYERLY
FUNERAL HOME, Salisbury, North Carolina. Memorial contributions may be given to
Hospice of Charlotte, 1420 East 7th, Charlotte, N.C. 28204.
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John Fetters
ASHTABULA — John Fetters, age 81, died Tuesday, August 3, 2004, at the Ashtabula
County Nursing Home.
Born August 24, 1922, in Portsmouth, OH, he was the son of the late Herbert and
Edna (Schultz) Fetters. Mr. Fetters was a resident of Ashtabula for 54 years,
and formerly resided in Lucasville, OH.
He worked for Union Carbide for 34 years, retiring in 1987. He also worked for
30 years, part time, at Bob Hill’s Plymouth-Chrysler Dealership in North
Kingsville, OH.
John enjoyed reading, gardening, and spending time with his family. He was a
member of the Edgewood Nazarene Church.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Viola Rose (Kent), whom he married June 18,
1949, in Portsmouth, OH; a son, Christopher John (Christina) of Harpersfield;
four daughters, Michele Lyne (Ronald) Hanobik of Chardon, Deborah Lee (John)
Konegni of North Kingsville, Ruth Ann (the late Robert) Seton of Ravenna, and
Connie Sue (Dwight) Smith of Maryland; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren;
one great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and two sisters.
Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2004, at the BURTON
FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 1329 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH, with Reverend Kevin Ellis,
of Edgewood Nazarene Church in Ashtabula, and Reverend Phil Howard, a nephew
from Lucasville, officiating. Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memory
Gardens, North Kingsville, OH.
Calling Hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today, August 6, 2004, at the Funeral
Home and one hour prior to Service on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Edgewood Nazarene Church.
Arrangements were handled by the BURTON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 1329
Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 10, 2004
Gene E. Walford
ASHTABULA — Gene E. Walford, 61, of North Kingsville, died Sunday, August 8,
2004 at Ashtabula County Medical Center following a lengthy illness.
He was born March 16, 1943 in Conneaut, a son of Frank and Hilda (Mace) Walford.
A 1961 graduate of the former Rowe High School, he was employed as maintenance
foreman at the Ashtabula County Courthouse. He was a member of the Kelloggsville
Church of the Nazarene, and enjoyed fishing, coin collecting, and spoiling his
grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Linda (Hope) Walford, whom he married in 1967; two
sons, Frank L. (Jerri) Walford of Cranberry, Pennsylvania, and Robert G. of
Conneaut; his sister, June (Paul) Ryder of Dayton, Tennessee; and four
grandchildren, Miya, Mariah, Brenda and Jaqi.
His parents preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, August 12, 2004 at the
Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, 4841 State Route 84, Monroe
Township, with the Reverend Jerry Webb officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of Kelloggsville Church
of the Nazarene. Envelopes will be available at the church and at the MARCY
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 408 Liberty Street in Conneaut, which has
charge of arrangements.
(Sharon Wick's Note: There is a Walford and may be more by now, in the
Kelloggsville Cemetery, Monroe Township. ALSO some Walfords in the Furnace
Road (East Conneaut) Cemetery)
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 11, 2004
HAZEL A. O’CONNOR
CONNEAUT — HAZEL A. O’CONNOR, 93 of Harbor Street, Conneaut, died July 17, 2004
at the Villa at the Lake.
A memorial graveside service will be held Saturday, August 14, 2004 at 11:00
A.M. in Glenwood Cemetery. The Rev. Stephen Wassie, pastor of St. Andrews
Catholic Church in Sheffield Twp. will be officiating.
The Thompson-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 13, 2004
SUSIE A. PETROVSKI
CONNEAUT — Susie A. Petrovski, age 73, of Conneaut, OH, died Thursday, August
12, 2004, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are
pending and will be announced by the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor
Street, Conneaut, OH.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 14, 2004
Ovella M. Vencill
MONROE TWP. — Ovella M. (Brummitt) Vencill, age 74, of Reger Road, died
Friday, August 13, 2004, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center – Hospice Unit.
She was born March 5, 1930 in Wise County, VA, the daughter of Charlie and Clara
(Payne) Brummitt and had been an Ashtabula resident for over 50 years.
Prior to her retirement, she worked for Rockwell Plastics for over 29 years and
briefly worked for Molded Fiberglass.
A member of the United Auto Workers Union and the Pentecostal Church of God, she
enjoyed gardening, family gatherings, hummingbirds, animals, her yard, and her
children.
Survivors include her husband, Ralph, whom she married on November 25, 1947;
children, Allen (Ronnie) Vencill of Dorset, Gary (Lisa), Jesse (Diana), and
Randall (Sheila) Vencill, all of Ashtabula, Timothy (fiancé Karla) Vencill of
Sheffield Township, Carey Kevin (Jeannene) Vencill of Ashtabula, and Karen
(Chris) Bowman of Monroe Township; 24 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren;
three sisters, Virginia (Ron) Carter of South Carolina, Ella Mae (Cyrus) Shipman
of Painesville, and Della (Merle) Kessler of Geneva; and one brother, Harry
(Janet) Brummitt of Geneva and Florida.
She was preceded in death by five brothers, Earl, Virgil, Burlie, Jerry, and
Burnis; one sister, Delilah Jean Brummitt; and her parents.
A Service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 17, 2004, at the Pentecostal
Church of God, 2201 Cook Road, Ashtabula. Reverend Kenneth Roberts, Pastor, will
officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville.
Calling Hours will be on Monday, August 16, 2004, at the Church from 6 to 9 p.m.
Contributions may be made to the family.
DUCRO FUNERAL SERVICES AND CREMATORY, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula is in charge of
arrangements. Available at www.ducro.com
SUSIE A. PETROVSKI
CONNEAUT — Susie A. Petrovski, age 73, of Conneaut, OH, died
Thursday, August 12, 2004, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center. Funeral
arrangements are pending and will be announced by the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL
HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut, OH
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 15, 2004
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 16, 2004
Jack R. Wheeler
ORLANDO, FL — Jack Reed Wheeler, age 83, of Orlando, FL, and a former
Conneaut resident, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2004.
He was born on January 4, 1921, in Conneaut, OH, to Walter and Naomi
Wheeler and has resided in Florida since 1949.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of Broadway
United Methodist Church in Orlando.
Mr. Wheeler is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis; his sons, James Walter
(Debby) Wheeler and Edward Reed (Cheryl) Wheeler; daughter, Ardella (Derrick)
Foster; sister, Frances Hurtman; seven grandchildren; and three
great-grandchildren.
Services will be held today, Monday, August 16, 2004, at 10 a.m. at the Chapel
of Woodlawn Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, FL 34734 (407
293-1361), with the Reverend Jack Jackson as clergy.
Visitation will be one hour prior to Service time.
Services by WOODLAWN MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL HOME
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 17, 2004
Joseph L. Topper
ASHTABULA — Joseph L. Topper, 76 of Jefferson Rd., Ashtabula went to be with the
Lord on Sunday, August 15, 2004 at his home. He was born January 4, 1928 in
Ashtabula the son of Leonard and Margaret (Dunn) Topper and has been a lifetime
area resident.
He was a 1945 graduate of Ashtabula High School. He was a veteran of the Army
serving in Germany. He was employed as a Heavy Equipment Operator with Local #18
of Ohio Operating Engineers prior to his retirement.
He is a member of the First Grace Gospel Church of Ashtabula where he was
involved with church activities. He also did tutoring with adult literacy. He
enjoyed reading, computers and spending time with his grandchildren.
Surviving him are his wife Annie (Oliver) Topper; a son, Alan (Julie) Topper of
Ashtabula; a daughter, Sandra (Dan) Frasure of Ashtabula; nine grandchildren,
Wynona Alvord, Joshua Frasure, Brandon Frasure, Shawna Frasure, Amber Topper,
Ashley Topper, Craig Topper, Christian Topper and Jordyn Topper; a great
grandson, Brandon Lee Beal and two sisters, Marian Battles of Ashtabula and Lee
Marr of Ashland, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Megan Topper.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at the Ross-Billman
Funeral Home, 526 W. Prospect Rd., Ashtabula with Pastor David Adams of the
First Grace Gospel Church of Ashtabula officiating.
Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens in North Kingsville with a
veteran services conducted by Geneva VFW Post 6848.
Calling hours will be Tuesday, August 17, today from 7 to 9 P.M. at the funeral
home.
Memorial contributions can be made to The First Grace Gospel Church
Joanne Germ
GENEVA — Joanne (Smith) Germ, age 72, of Geneva, OH, died August 15, 2004, at
UHHS Memorial Hospital of Geneva.
She was born August 29, 1931 in Conneaut, and a 1949 graduate and active
Alumna of Andrews School in Willoughby.
She was a member of the Geneva United Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending
time and taking care of her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling.
Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Raymond Germ of Geneva; her daughter,
Debra (Robert) Ungers of Madison; son, William (Karen) Germ of Wooster; and five
grandchildren, Tamara (Steve) Dyer of Macedonia, Karisa Ungers, Monica Ungers,
and Daniel Ungers, all of Madison, and Aubrey Germ of Wooster; sister, Carole
Williams of El Paso, TX; and brother, Robert Smith of Dentin, TX.
Funeral Services will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 20, 2004, at the POTTI
FUNERAL HOME, 2726 Hubbard Road, (Route 528, just south of Route 20) Madison,
OH. Burial will be in Western Reserve Cemetery in Chester Township.
Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 19, 2004, at the Funeral
Home.
The family suggests contributions be made to the Salvation Army.
www.pottifuneralhomes.com
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 18, 2004
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 19, 2004
Susie A. Petrovski
CONNEAUT — Susie A. Petrovski, age 73, of Conneaut, OH, died
Thursday, August 12, 2004, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center, following a
brief illness.
Susie was born in Conneaut, April 2, 1931, the daughter of Peter and Mary
(DeVecchi) Gurto. She was a 1947 graduate of Conneaut High School. She
met, and in 1952, married her late husband, Robert, at St. Mary Church in
Conneaut.
Susie worked at Lerner's in Wisconsin, where she resided for several years, and
loved to travel the Great Lakes with her husband, Captain Robert Petrovski.
Mrs. Petrovski was a member of St. Mary and St. Frances Cabrini Churches. She
enjoyed bingo, traveling, crafts, needlepoint, and volunteering at the gift shop
at Brown Memorial Hospital, and spending time with family and friends.
Susie loved to bake and cook for family gatherings, especially the annual "Gurto
Family Reunions".
She is survived by a sister, Florence Lewis of Conneaut; five brothers,
James V. Gurto of Wexford, PA, Christy Gurto of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Anthony
Gurto of Montpelier, OH, Frank Gurto and Pat Gurto, both of Conneaut;
sister-in-law, Lorraine Gurto; and 29 nieces and nephews.
Susie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert in 1987; sisters,
Rosie Speer, Mary Moneypenny, and two infant sisters; and a brother, Joseph
Gurto.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, August 22, 2004, at 4 p.m. at the
RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.
At the request of the deceased, no calling hours will be observed.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, with
envelopes available at the Funeral Home
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 20, 2004
Dana R. Currence
ASHTABULA — Dana Roger Currence, age 76, of Carpenter Road, died Tuesday, August
17, 2004, at his home.
He was born October 14, 1927 in Kedron, WV, the son of Robert and Nellie (Rowan)
Currence and had been an Ashtabula resident most of his life.
Prior to his retirement, he worked for the Ashtabula County Joint Vocational
School for 12 years. He previously worked in the reclamation plant for the New
York Central Railroad, and for True Temper.
He enjoyed hunting, collecting guns and knives, and reading western books.
His survivors include his wife, Barbara (Redmond), whom he married April 19,
1947; five children, Terry of Savannah, GA, Robert of Jefferson, Linda Lee of
Harpersfield, Tommy of Geneva, and Debra Luce of Saybrook; 24 grandchildren; 22
great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Madeline “Pat” Currence of Mississippi,
Evelyn Griffin of Georgia, and Wanda Berry of North Carolina.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Lydia Currence; his stepfather, Bruce
Riffle; and his parents.
A Service will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2004, at Greenlawn Memory
Gardens Mausoleum Chapel, 3140 East Center Street, North Kingsville. Reverend
Dick Cheney will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens.
Calling Hour will be Saturday at the Chapel from 12 to 1 p.m.
ZABACK-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula is in charge of
arrangements. Available at www.ducro.com
Carlos Carr, Sr.
NORTH KINGSVILLE — Carlos “Gene” Carr, Sr., age 73, of Gore Road, died
Wednesday, August 18, 2004, at Ashtabula County Medical Center.
He was born October 28, 1930 in Alvon Springs, WV, the son of Samuel and Margie
(Lambert) Carr.
A Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, he served during the Korean War.
He worked as a supervisor for MC Robinson Co. and later owned and operated
Action Fork Lift, San Jose, CA. He was currently working with his son at All
Brand Fork Lift and Automotive in Ashtabula.
Mr. Carr was a member of the Eagles, American Legion, and the East Ashtabula
Club. He loved reading, golf, swimming, gardening, nature, his family, and his
cat.
Survivors include his wife, Loretta (Canter), whom he married June 17, 1953;
seven children, Carlos Carr, Jr. and Mark Carr, both of Ashtabula, Allan Carr of
North Kingsville, John, Tim, and Adam Carr, all of California, and Debra
Criscoe of Conneaut; 17 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; one brother, David
Carr of Florida; and two sisters, Lucille Mason of Ashtabula and Rhoda Kirk of
Conneaut.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Lacy, Edward, Robert, and Junior; and
his parents.
A Service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 23, 2004, at the DUCRO FUNERAL
HOME, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula. Reverend Kenneth Roberts, Pastor of the
Pentecostal Church of God, will officiate. Burial will be in Kelloggsville
Cemetery, Monroe Township.
Calling Hours will be held at the Funeral Home on Sunday, August 22, 2004, from
2 to 5 p.m.
Contributions may be made to the family.
Available at www.ducro.com
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 21, 2004
PAMELA SILVA
PALM HARBOR, FL — Pamela Urdal Silva (AKA Pam Woman), age 55, of Palm Harbor, FL
and formerly of Conneaut, died Monday, August 16, 2004, at the home of
her son Rudy Silva. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts from Wilmington College,
her Masters in Applied Linguistics from the National University of Mexico, and
retired from teaching after 18 years. She is probably most widely known as the
artist, Pam Woman, a persona she evolved after a number of life altering
adversities. She is survived by her former husband, a son, and a brother, all of
Florida; and a sister, Janine LaBounty of Painesville
IRENE A. RICHARDSON
KINGSVILLE — Irene Ann Richardson, age 77, of Main Street, died Friday,
August 20, 2004, at INN CONN Nursing Home in Conneaut, OH. Service will
be held Tuesday, August 24, 2004, at 11 a.m. at DUCRO FUNERAL SERVICES, 4524 Elm
Avenue, Ashtabula, and Calling Hours will be Monday, August 23, 2004, from 7 to
9 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Full obituary will be published in Sunday’s paper
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 22, 2004
Mildred E. (Proper) Cole
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO – Former Ashtabula resident Mildred E. Cole, 79, died
Thursday, August 19, 2004 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
She was born February 11, 1925, in Ashtabula, the daughter of George A. and
Bertha E. (Wirth) Proper and lived most of her life in / around Ashtabula County
before moving to Colorado in 1997.
Prior to her retirement she worked most of her life as a Baker and Cook,
recently at The Shopping Bag and Buffet.
Mrs. Cole was one of the first members of the Second Congregational United
Church of Christ and was active in the Salvation Army Volunteer Home League.
Her survivors include: Two sons Elwood A. “Al” Cole of Erie, PA and Retired Army
SFC Edward J. Cole II of Pueblo, CO; three Grandchildren; one step-grandchild;
four great-grandchildren; and one brother Lewis A. Proper of Erie, PA.
Her husband of 36 years, Russell S. Cole; her parents; and one brother, Raymond
A. Proper of Casper, WY, preceded her in death.
A memorial service will be held Friday, August 27, 2004 at 2 PM at the Greenlawn
Memory Mausoleum Chapel. James E. Onion, Assistant to the Pastor of Second
Congregational United Church of Christ will officiate. Enturnment will follow
the service.
Ducro Funeral Service and Crematory, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula is in charge of
the arrangements.
Available at www.ducro.com
Irene Ann Richardson
KINGSVILLE — Irene Ann Richardson, 77, of Main St. died Friday, August 20, 2004
at INN CONN Nursing Home in Conneaut. Born August 17, 1927 in East Liverpool,
Ohio she was the daughter of Elmer and Irma (Barrett) McConnell.
Mrs. Richardson worked for GE making flash cubes for ten years before retiring.
Irene enjoyed baking wedding and birthday cakes for family and friends, cross
stitching, gardening, and was a big Cleveland Indians fan.
Survivors include a son, Steve Richardson of Kingsville whom she made her home
with; ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; & one brother, Gene
McConnell of West Fork, AR.
She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin in 1983; granddaughter Melissa in
1995; brother, Daniel McConnell in 1977; two daughters, Rhonda Johnson in 1988
and Cheryl (Cookie) McCracken in 2001.
Service will be Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at Ducro Funeral
Services, 4524 Elm Ave., Ashtabula, with Rev. David Hines, Pastor of First
Baptist Church in Kingsville will officiate.
Burial will be at a later date at Lulu Falls Cemetery in Kingsville.
Calling hours will be Monday, August 23, 2004 from 7-9:00 P.M. at the funeral
home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family
ARLIE R. McCOY
PENNSYLVANIA — ARLIE R. McCOY, 76 of West Springfield, PA died Saturday morning
at Pleasant Ridge Manor West in Fairview, PA. He was a former Conneaut and
Ashtabula resident.
Time of funeral services on Tuesday and full obituary information will be
announced Monday by the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty
St., Conneaut.
Calling hours for Mr. McCoy will be on Monday from 7 to 9 P.M
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 23, 2004
Keith R. Bennett Sr.
CONNEAUT – Keith R. Bennett, Sr., age 73 of Conneaut, died
Saturday, August 21, 2004 at the Harrington Home in Conneaut.
Mr. Bennett was born July 3, 1931 in Kedron, West Virginia, the son of James C.
and Wanda Bea (Hornbeck) Bennett, Sr. He entered the United States Air Force in
1948 and served until he was honorably discharged in 1952, obtaining the rank of
Sergeant. Keith received the Korean Service Medal with Silver Star and six
bronze stars for his Korean offense and defense. The National Defense
Presidential and Distinguished Unit Citations, Good Conduct, Sharp Shooter,
Sygman Rhee Medal and others during his service in the Korean War. He also
served as an instructor at Fort F.E. Warren, Wyoming air training command. Keith
retired from Linde/Praxair in 1995, after 43 years of service, where he worked
as an instrument technician.
Keith was a member of St. Mary Church in Conneaut, active in U.A.W. Local
1834 and Democratic politics. He was elected to Precinct Committeeman, Vice
President of the Democratic Club and teen Democratic Advisor and also the Korean
War Veterans Association.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing, being with family and friends, making leaded
glass lamps, working in his garden and yard, his Air Force reunions and
traveling. He loved country music and listening to his son's singing and playing
guitar. Keith was also a dedicated blood donor for many years.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents; a sister Patty, in infancy;
brothers, James C. Bennett, Jr. and Floyd T. Bennett; step-mother, Vivian
Bennett; his Aunt Blanche and Uncle Ralph Bennett, with whom he resided in his
youth after the death of his mother in 1937, at which time he moved to
Conneaut.
He is survived by his wife, Clara Jean (Mate) Bennett, whom he married June 27,
1953 at St. Mary's Church in Conneaut; his son, Keith R. and Diane
Bennett, Jr, of Mentor, OH; grandchildren, Christopher Keith, Erin Marie and
Joseph D. Bennett, all of Mentor; a brother Fred T. and Linda Bennett of
Conneaut; and numerous nieces and nephews and god children.
Mass of the Christian burial will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 10:00
a.m. at St. Mary Church, Conneaut, with Father John Summers, pastor
emeritus, officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2004 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6
to 8 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Western Reserve or Masses, with
envelopes available at the funeral home
Arlie R. McCoy
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Pa — Former Conneaut and Ashtabula resident, Arlie R. McCoy of
West Springfield, Pa., died early Saturday, August 21, 2004 at Pleasant Ridge
Manor West in Fairview, Pa., following a short illness.
Mr. McCoy was born on Nov. 30, 1927 in Morgantown, West Virginia, a son of the
late Arlie F. and Rhoda (Eddy) McCoy.
He was a veteran of World War II with the US Navy and had been employed at
Plycraft in Conneaut for more than thirty years. Mr. McCoy enjoyed woodworking,
collecting stamps and was an amateur locksmith.
Survivors include two daughters, Cathy (Chris) Miller of West Springfield and
Rose (Paul) Prescott of Conneaut; two sons, Arlie L. of Erie and David (Debi) of
Conneaut; six grandchildren, Stephanie and Jason Turner, Christopher Horton,
Brian McCoy and Michael and Joetta Miller.
Four great grandchildren survive as do two brothers, Happy of Aikinson, N.C.,
and Lewis of Glasgoe, Kentucky.
Mr. McCoy was preceded in death by his wife Betty, whom he married in December
of 1956, and his parents.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at THE MARCY
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio with the Rev.
Fred Poeppel, pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Albion officiating.
Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville with military
honors provided by Cowle Post #151 of the American Legion, Conneaut.
Calling hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, August 23 at the funeral home
with memorial contributions given to the American Cancer Society.
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LAURI JOHANNES TOIVOLA
ASHTABULA – Lauri Johannes Toivola, 76, of Thayer Avenue died Tuesday, August
24, 2004 at his home.
He was born March 24, 1928 in Ashtabula, the son of Eino H. and Hilda (Tanttari)
Toivola and had been a lifelong Ashtabula resident.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and, after 39 years of service, retired from
Reliance Electric in 1986.
Mr. Toivola was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and enjoyed reading,
traveling, sailing, and photography and was a longtime blood donor. In his
younger years, he was a private pilot and belonged to the Lucky 7 Flying Club.
His survivors include his wife of 54 years, Marilyn (Ritari), whom he married
April 15, 1950; three children, Eric (Marge) Toivola of Ashtabula, and Mark and
Lori Toivola, both of Columbus; four grandchildren, Tawnya Housel, Theresa
Clutter, and Leah and Sarah Toivola; two great-grandchildren, Antonio and Erica;
and two sisters, Sylvia Barchok of Ashtabula and Aune Love of Kingsville.
He was preceded in death by one son, David Toivola; two brothers, Eino and
Wayne; two sisters, Helmi Miller and Helena Uvena; and his parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2004 at
Bethany Lutheran Church, 933 Michigan Avenue, Ashtabula. Rev. Thomas Ford, Jr.,
Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North
Kingsville.
Calling hours will be at the church from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Bethany
Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
ASKEW-BRINK-DUCRO HARBOR FUNERAL HOME, 1709 West 11th Street, Ashtabula is in
charge of arrangements.
Available at www.ducro.com
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 27, 2004
EDWARD A. KICEY
WEST SPRINGFIELD, PA — Edward A. Kicey, age 53, of Nye Road, West
Springfield, PA, died Tuesday, August 24, 2004, at St. Vincent Health Center,
Erie, PA. Friends may call on Friday, August 27, 2004, from 5 to 7 p.m.,
including a Vigil Service, at the DANIEL R. EDDER FUNERAL HOME, 309 Main Street
East, Girard, PA. A Prayer Service will be held there on Saturday, August 28,
2004, at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the
Evangelist Catholic Church, 101 Olin Avenue, Girard, OH, at 10 a.m. with
Reverend William O’Brien officiating. Burial will be in the East Springfield
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
JOANNE INGRAMM
KINGSVILLE – JOANNE INGRAM, 68, of St. Rt. 193, Kingsville died Thursday,
August 26, 2004 at Ashtabula County Medical Center Hospice Unit. Arrangements
are incomplete and will be announced by ZABACK-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West
Prospect, Ashtabula.
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 28, 2004
JOANNE M. INGRAMM
KINGSVILLE — Joanne Mae Ingramm, age 68, of Lake Street (SR 193), died
Thursday, August 26, 2004, at the Hospice Unit of Ashtabula County Medical
Center.
She was born December 31, 1935 in Ashtabula, OH, the daughter of James and Helen
Marie (Kuscsik) Clark and had been a lifelong area resident.
A rural mail carrier for the Kingsville Post Office, she retired after 22
years of service. She was also active in the Kingsville Volunteer Fire
Department and coordinated the Kingsville Library Lawn Sale for 24 years.
A member of the Open Door Community Church, she loved to cook, crochet, and shop
QVC and had an extensive porcelain doll collection.
Her survivors include her husband, William Ingramm, whom she married September
3, 1955; two sons, Dale (Viola) Ingramm of Ashtabula, and David (Karen) Ingramm
of Orlando, FL; seven grandchildren, William, Stefanie, Ashley, David, Bryan,
Danae, and Michelle; one brother, James J. Clark of Madison; and one sister,
Norita Brenneman of Essex Junction, VT; and her daughter-in-law, Sharon Haas of
Conneaut.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A Service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 30, 2004, at the Open Door
Community Church, Cemetery Road, Kingsville. Pastor Greg Evans will
officiate. Burial will be in Lulu Falls Cemetery.
Calling Hours will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2004, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the
ZABACK-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula.
Contributions may be made to the Open Door Community Church.
Available at www.ducro.com
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 29, 2004
HOWARD P. WELDON
EAST SPRINGFIELD, PA — Howard P. Weldon, 81, of East Springsfield, died
Saturday, August 28, 2004 at his home. Friends are invited to call at the JEAN
EVANS THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME, 11883 Main Street in East Springfield, on
Monday, August 30, 2004 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., and are invited to attend
Life Celebration Services there on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. with
Pastor Robert Klingler of the West Springfield United Methodist Church
officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Cemetery in East Springfield.
Memorials may be made to either the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department, P.O.
Box 76, East Springfield, Pennsylvania 16411, or to the West Springfield United
Methodist Church, 13790 Chestnut Street, West Springfield, Pennsylvania 16443
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 30, 2004
DANIEL B. MIXER
KINGSVILLE — Daniel Byron Mixer, age 64, of State Road, passed away
unexpectedly Friday, August 27, 2004, at his home.
He was born March 31, 1940 in Ashtabula, OH, the son of Harold and Esther
(McCann) Mixer and had been a lifelong county resident.
A graduate of Ashtabula High School, he married Kay (Beaver) on August 16, 1959,
at Bethany Lutheran Church.
He retired in 2002 from Millennium Inorganic Chemicals, after 16 years of
service, as an instrument electrician.
A Veteran of the U.S. Army, he served from 1963 to 1965 with a tour in Korea.
Mr. Mixer enjoyed hunting, fishing, country and bluegrass music, and the
outdoors. He was an avid reader of American military history. A very patriotic
person, he belonged to the V.F.W. Post #943 and the East Ashtabula Club.
His survivors include his wife, Kay; two children, James (Kimberly) Mixer of
Bloomington, IL, and Danette Mixer of Conneaut; three grandchildren,
Brandon, Kailey, and Ashlyne; two brothers, David Mixer, and Harold Mixer, Jr.,
both of Ashtabula; and four sisters, Alice Gegan, Wanona Smith, and Esther
Broad, all of Ashtabula, and Maribelle Shields of Conneaut.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kimberly Ann Mixer; two sisters,
Beverly Stillman, and Lucille Mixer; one brother, Samuel Mixer in infancy; and
his parents.
A Service will be held 12 p.m., noon, Wednesday, September 1, 2004, at the
ZABACK-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula. Reverend Thomas
Ford, Pastor of Bethany Lutheran Church, will officiate. Burial will be in
Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville.
Calling Hours will be held Tuesday, August 31, 2004,, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the
Funeral Home.
Available at www.ducro.com
DANIEL A. DUDLEY
ASHTABULA — Daniel Angelo Dudley, the infant son of Grace A. Dudley of
Ashtabula, died Saturday, August 28, 2004, at the Cleveland Clinic. Daniel was
born on Friday. A Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the
family in Glenwood Cemetery, Conneaut, OH. The MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION
CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, is in charge of arrangements
Obituaries - Star Beacon August 31, 2004
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