Obituaries - Star Beacon December 1, 2003

 Jesse Reed
CONNEAUT — Jesse Reed, 79, formerly of East 44th Street died Saturday, November 29, 2003 at Harrington Care Home.
He was born February 18, 1924 in Iaeger, West Virginia, the son of Albert and Octavia (Blevins) Reed and had been an Ashtabula resident over 50 years.
Mr. Reed worked for the City of Ashtabula Department of Public Works for 33 years, retiring in 1979.
A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during World War II earning the following ribbons: American Theater, Asiatic-Pacific w/1 Bronze Star, Philippine Liberation, and Good Conduct. He also received the World War II Victory Medal.
He enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking, camping and spending time with his family and grandchildren.
His survivors include four sons, Don, Carl, and Jimmie, all of Ashtabula, and Billy of Kingsville; three daughters, Mary Terry of Kingsville, Octavia Frishkorn of Conneaut, and Darlene Rose of Marietta, Georgia; 17 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mattie Laurabelle Reed on February 7, 2003; one great-grandson, Clayton Garrett Demshar; one sister, Lillie Powell; three brothers, Lewis, Jim, and Shelvin Reed; and his parents.
A service will be held 11AM Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2003 at Ducro Funeral Home, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula, Ashtabula. Rev. Michael Legg, Pastor of First Church of the Nazarene, will officiate. Burial will be in Ridgeview Cemetery, Austinburg Road, Ashtabula Township where full military honors will be held.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 P.M. and 7 to 9 PM Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003 at the funeral home.
Available at www.ducro.com

 Lawrence E. Larry Johnson
CONNEAUT — Lawrence E. "Larry" Johnson, 72, of S. Parrish Rd., Conneaut, OH, died Saturday morning, November 29, at Inn-Conneaut Health Center of complications following a cerebral hemorrhage 11 years ago.
He was born May 25, 1931, in Cleveland, OH, a son of Carl Evert and Leona (Sippola) Johnson.
He was a U S. Army veteran serving in Germany in the '50's. He was employed as a machinist by the former "Nickel Plate Railroad and also Maxwell Industries. He was an avid fisherman and was known for his fishing boat He enjoyed watching John Wayne movies, and was a former member of the American Legion and the Eagles Club.
Survivors include his wife Lois (Woodworth) Johnson; four daughters, Kim (George) Snyder of Conneaut, OH, Betsy (Bob) Moline of Ashtabula, OH, Kathy (Tim) Hawk of Conneaut, OH, and Tammy Johnson of Hanford, CA; two sons, John (Diane) Johnson and Ted Johnson all of Conneaut, OH; 10 grandchildren; one great grandson, and a half brother, Wayne Kamppi, Jr. of Conneaut, OH.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a son Jeff in childhood, and his stepfather Wayne Kamppi, Sr.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, December 3, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, with Duane Loomis officiating. Burial with military honors will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, Ohio.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Conneaut Rescue Squad. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 2, 2003

 Miro R. Turk, Sr.
HOLLYWOOD, FL — Miro R. Turk, Sr., 75, of Miramar, FL, died Saturday, November 29, 2003 in Memorial Regional Hospital, Hollywood, FL.
He was born in Conneaut on November 20, 1928, son of the late Frank and Frances (Slegovec) Turk.
Mr. Turk was employed by the former Nickle Plate and N&W Railroads in the maintenance department for 47 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean war. He was a member of the St. Frances Cabrini Church.
Mr. Turk enjoyed woodworking and mechanical repairs.
He is survived by a daughter Denise Marie Costello of Pompano Beach, FL; his son, Miro R. Turk, Jr. of Southwest Ranches, FL; and two sisters, Flora DeNunzio of Conneaut, and Mary Kuzna of Croatia.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife Delores.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville. Reverend Raymond Thomas, Pastor of the St. Frances Cabrini Church, will be officiating.
Arrangements will be handled by the THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut.
 

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 3, 2003

 Boyd F. Woodworth
ASHTABULA — Boyd F. Woodworth, 87, of Madison, OH, died Sunday, November 30, 2003, in the Ashtabula County Medical Center.
He was born on December 6, 1915 in Conneaut, OH, the son of the late Fred and Zada (Andrews) Woodworth and had been an area resident most of his life.
Mr. Woodworth worked for the RMI Sodium Plant, which he retired from in 1974. He had served in the U.S. Navy and sailed for the Great Lakes Steamship Company for 16 years.
He is survived by a nephew, Fred Thompson.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Lempi (Toikkanen).
Funeral Service will be held 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2003, at the THOMPSON - SMITH FUNERAL HOME, with the Reverend Clyde McGee, pastor of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment will be at the Kelloggsville Cemetery.
 

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 5, 2003

Dorothy R. Horwood Hewit
ASHTABULA — Dorothy R. Horwood Hewit, 92, of East Main Road, Conneaut, OH, died Wednesday evening, December 3, 2003, at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home in Kingsville, OH.
She was born on November 3, 1911 in Summerland, British Columbia, a daughter of Fred G. and Hettie M. (Cowell) Barnard.
A Conneaut resident since 1926, she was previously employed at the Conneaut Rubber & Plastics and also at the W. T. Grant Company.
Mrs. Hewit was a member of First Baptist Church, was active in the Barbara Deer Circle, and the church memorial committee. She was an active volunteer at the Conneaut Railroad Museum, and also belonged to the Happy Oldsters at Amboy United Methodist Church.
She supported her sons and family in their athletic activities, and served as room mother and president of the Amboy P.T.A. and the Conneaut P.T.A. She enjoyed collecting anything related to cardinals, playing pinochle, crocheting, knitting, baking, and candy making, especially fudge.
Survivors include four sons, Donald A. G. (Patricia) Horwood of Conneaut, Robert K. (Anita) of Plymouth, MI, James D. (Jean) of Tidioute, PA, and Jeffrey P. (Kathy) of Conneaut; her half-sister, Joyce Funk of Conneaut; her step-sister, Velma Eagley of Conneaut; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Horwood in 1959; her second husband, H. Lyle Hewit; two daughters-in-law, Ruth Horwood, and Mary Louise Horwood; a brother, David “Sam” Barnard; two sisters, Beatrice Hazen, and Alfrieda Stevenson; and a grandson, James D. Horwood Jr.
Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, with the Reverend Walter Coy, pastor of United Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will be in East Conneaut Cemetery.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday evening, December 5, 2003, and on Saturday, December 6, 2003, beginning at 10 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Conneaut Railroad Museum or to the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

 Patrick Richey
PLANO, TX — Patrick Richey, 42, of Plano, TX, formerly of Ashtabula, died Friday, December 5, 2003, at the Medical Center of Plano, TX.
Born on January 3, 1961 in Ashtabula, Mr. Richey was the son of Joseph P. Richey and Janet (Robinson) Richey Frazee.
He attended Ashtabula Schools and had served in the U.S. Army. He is married to Vickie (Busey) Olsen.
Mr. Richey worked in maintenance for the Red Roof Inns, first in Virginia Beach, VA, and then in Plano, TX, and was in the process of setting up his own maintenance company.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, sports, and collecting baseball cards.
Mr. Richey is survived by his wife; his mother and step-father, Robert Frazee of Kingsville and Port Richey, FL; a son, David (Denise) Richey of Conneaut; a brother, Michael J. Richey of Plano, TX; a step-daughter, Jennie Vincent of Plano, TX; two half-sisters, Patricia Wanzenberg, and JoAnne Kearney, both of IL; three step-sisters, Shelley Lyle, Tina Breland, and Debi Frazee, all of Kingsville; a step-brother, Robert Frazee Jr. of Kingsville; and one grandson, Cambden.
He was preceded by his father who died in November of 1984.
Services will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2003, at the ROSS - BILLMAN FUNERAL HOME, 526 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, with Reverend Stephen Long, of the First Presbyterian Church of Ashtabula, officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens in North Kingsville.
Calling hour will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials to the family.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 7, 2003

Thomas A. Welker
CONNEAUT — Thomas A. Welker, 63, of Main Street, Conneaut, died Friday, November 21, 2003, at Huron Road Hospital in Cleveland following a lengthy illness.
Mr. Welker was born on April 6, 1940 in Cleveland, a son of the late Howard and Edna (Lauterer) Welker and had been a Conneaut resident since 1994.
While in Conneaut he had been employed by Conneaut Leather Company and Days Inn. He owned and operated Welker Trucking in Cleveland.
He has no known relatives but is survived by his adopted family, the Blenmans, here in Conneaut.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2003, in Glenwood Cemetery, Conneaut.
Funeral arrangements are in charge of the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 9, 2003

 George F. Ferl
CONNEAUT — George F. Ferl, age 79, of Conneaut, died at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home early Sunday morning, December 7, 2003, on the “Anniversary of the Pearl Harbor Invasion,” an event in our nation’s history that was very dear to George.
George was born in Conneaut on July 25, 1924, the son of Joseph and Josephine (Gersey) Ferl. He was a 1942 graduate of Conneaut High School, enlisted in the United States Marines and became a machine-gun expert, receiving an honorable discharge. He was then drafted in the United States Army, where he served as a Drill Instructor, and served in Company A, 1st Battalion, Armored Replacement Training Center until he was honorably discharged in 1945.
George then went to work as a commercial fisherman with D.D. Anthony. For a short time, he tended bar at the former Cue House and later went on to work at the P & C Dock Company in the repair gang. He also worked in water construction with the Merichapman Scott Company. George retired from SCM Chemical Plant in 1992, after 24 years of service in the maintenance department.
Mr. Ferl was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Church in Conneaut, a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, the American Legion Cowle Post #151, and the United Steel Workers Local #7334.
He also enjoyed horse racing and was an avid sports fan; he enjoyed the Cleveland Indians and football. He loved to spend time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Anna Fercanna and Agnes Ferl.
Mr. Ferl is survived by his wife, Joyace A. (Kovacs) Ferl, whom he married on April 18, 1963; four sons, Jerry of Ashtabula, George of Kingsville, Michael of San Antonio, TX, and Dennis of Houston, TX; a daughter, Kathy Ferl; two brothers, Joseph of Conneaut, and John of Erie, PA; a sister, Mary Jane Grubke of Conneaut; 10 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
Calling Hours will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2003, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2003, at 2:00 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, with April Osborne, who is a member of the family and a Licensed Minister associated with the Church of God, officiating.
Burial of Mr. Ferl’s ashes will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 11, 2003

Lois R. Detrick
KINGSVILLE TOWNSHIP — Lois R. Detrick, 74, of Creek Road, Kingsville Township, OH, died Tuesday evening, December 9, 2003, at her home.
She was born on February 11, 1929, in Ashtabula, OH, a daughter of William and Florence (Rennick) Applebee.
A 1946 graduate of Kingsville High School, she owned and operated Detrick’s Family Restaurant for many years.
She was a member of Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, where her parents were charter members, and she formerly served as pianist.
Her most enjoyable moments were spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She had a love for music, enjoyed crossword puzzles, and was an avid Indians and Browns fan.
Survivors include her husband, Edward R. Detrick, whom she married on October 11, 1947; three daughters, Dianne Fultz, Doreen (Paul) Callaghan and Debbie (Lance) Drew, all of Conneaut, OH; three sons, Greg (Patti) of Ashtabula, OH, Gene (Gina) of Conneaut, OH, and Gary (Sherry) of North Kingsville, OH; three sisters, Edna (Frances) Kitchen of Linesville, PA, Eleanor Dehner and Marilyn (Joe) Simak, both of Conneaut, OH; two brothers, Donald (Beverly) Applebee of Ashtabula, OH, and Jack (Bonnie) Applebee of Conneaut, OH; 14 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, William Applebee; and three sisters, Ethel Anderson, Doris Furmage, and Beth Sheneman.
Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2003, at the Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, 4841 State Route 84, Monroe Township, OH, with the Reverend Jerry A. Webb officiating. Burial will be in Kelloggsville Cemetery.
Calling Hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2003, at the Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lois Detrick Memorial Fund of Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes will be available at the Church and at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 2008 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, which has charge of arrangements.

 Kathryn Joan Parks
CONNEAUT — Kathryn Joan Parks, 77, formerly of West Main Road, Conneaut, OH, died Wednesday morning, December 10, 2003, at The Villa At The Lake.
She was born on April 24, 1926, in Stockdale, OH, and was the daughter of George B. and Grace E. (Snodgrass) Wilson.
Mrs. Parks graduated from Minford High School in Minford, OH, and moved to Conneaut in 1959, where she was employed as a unit aide at Brown Memorial Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1994.
She attended South Ridge Baptist Church and was a former member of Rose Chapter #22, Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren, and reading.
Survivors include two daughters, Elva (Robert) Busch of Bridgewater, NJ, and Mary Ellen (Gary) Schatz of Beaufort, SC; two sons, Dean W. (Becky) Parks of Holland, OH, and George W. (Debra) Parks of North Kingsville, OH; three sisters, Mary Wilson and Ellen Murphy, both of Minford, OH, and Kay Blackburn of Columbus, OH; a brother, Robert Wilson of Circleville, OH; five grandchildren, Laura Noonan, Kathryn Schatz, Karrie Trautman, Erin Wires, and Brian Parks; and a great-grandchild, Elliot Wires.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Dean P. Parks, in 2001.
Funeral Service will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, with the Reverend Dr. Roger P. Hogle, of South Ridge Baptist Church, and Tim Kraus, of Conneaut Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of the service on Saturday, December 13, 2003, at the Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Regional Cancer Center or to Hospice of Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

 Hiram W. Lynch III
CONNEAUT — Hiram W. Lynch III, 99, formerly of West Main Road, Conneaut, OH, died Wednesday, December 10, 2003, at The Villa At The Lake, Conneaut, OH.
He was born on January 3, 1904, in Wolf Summit, WV, the son of Hiram W. Jr. and Susan V. (Ritter) Lynch.
A Conneaut resident since 1939, Mr. Lynch graduated from Salem High School in WV and attended Michigan State University and Syracuse University.
Following World War I, he was a member of the Michigan National Guard. He was a graduate of Long School of Navigation and was a pilot for Great Lakes Marine with the U.S. Steel Fleet. He later worked as a Switchman for the former Nickle Plate Railroad and retired in 1966 as Yardmaster from the Bessemer and Lake Erie Railroad.
Mr. Lynch was a member of First Baptist Church, the church’s book club, Evergreen Lodge #222 F & AM, 32nd degree Valley of Cleveland, and Al Koran Shrine. He enjoyed traveling, photography, working in his yard, and being with his family.
Survivors include his son, Hiram W. “Bill” (Marilyn) Lynch IV of Kingsville, OH; his sister, Harriet Sadler of New Castle, IN; two grandsons, Hiram W. Lynch V of Indianapolis, IN, and Edmond Ritter Lynch of Rochester, MI; and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Evelyn S. Lynch, in 1993; three sisters, Berda B. Butler, Anna Ilett, and Catherine Teeter; and three brothers, Edmond R., Frank C., and Allen B. Lynch.
Funeral Service will be 8 p.m. on Saturday evening, December 13, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, with Reverend William Hayden, interim pastor at First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be Monday, December 15, 2003, in Bridgeport Cemetery in Bridgeport, WV.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until time of service on Saturday evening, December 13, 2003, at the Funeral Home.

Jean Margaret Huston
CONNEAUT — Jean Margaret Huston, 78, of Daniels Avenue, Conneaut, OH, died Tuesday morning, December 9, 2003, at UHHS Brown Memorial Hospital following a six-month illness.
She was born on November 15, 1925, in Conneaut, OH, a daughter of the late Charles and Edna (McDonald) Yarnell.
A 1943 graduate of Conneaut High School, Mrs. Huston was a lifelong Conneaut resident and was employed as a sales clerk at the Western Auto Store for 30 years. She had also worked at Eighmy Products for a short time.
She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir at one time.
She enjoyed raising flowers, especially roses, watching the Cleveland Indians and being with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband, Donald J. Huston, whom she married on November 24, 1944; her daughter, Susan (Ray) Woodworth of Conneaut; three sons, Roland (Thelma) of Old Town, ME, Donald II “Joe” (Pat) of Indio, CA, and Larry (Faye) of Platea, PA; her sister, Barbara Wheeler of Fredericksburg, VA; 22 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons, Raymond Woodworth II and Keith Johnson; a great-grandson, Cody Woodworth; and her sister, Marjorie Holmes.
Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, with family friend Donald Horwood officiating. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Conneaut, OH.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday evening, December 12, 2003, and on Saturday, December 13, 2003, beginning at 10 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family or to the Building Fund of First Baptist Church. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Conneaut. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
 

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 12, 2003

 Marian L. “Mary Lou” Schatz
CONNEAUT — Marian L. “Mary Lou” Schatz, 75, formerly of Millard Ave., Conneaut, OH, died unexpectedly Thursday morning, December 11, at UHHS Brown Memorial Hospital. She was born May 12, 1928, in Conneaut, OH, a daughter of Carl and Anna (Pratt) Snyder.
A 1946 graduate of Conneaut High School, Mrs. Schatz had previously worked at the former Sugar Bowl Restaurant and at the Astatic. She was a member of Lakeview United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school and also Bible school, belonged to the Ladies Aid, Missionary Society, and worked with the funeral luncheon and altar committees. She enjoyed reading, sewing, cooking, and baking for her family.
Survivors include her daughter, Susan (Tim) Starkey of North Kingsville, OH; three sons, Dan (Diane) Schatz and Eric (Cindy) Schatz, all of Conneaut, OH, and Gary (Mary Ellen) Schatz of Beaufort, SC; two sisters, Marilyn Connor of San Jose, CA, and Marjorie Bacon of Keene, OH; a brother, Carl Snyder of Okeechobee, FL; 15 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, George Schatz.
Funeral Service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. David Miller pastor of Lakeview United Methodist Church, officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.
Burial will be in Kelloggsville Cemetery in Monroe Twp.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Altar Committee of Lakeview United Methodist Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 13, 2003

 John Roger Olds
GREENSBORO, NC — John Roger Olds, 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Thursday, December 11, 2003. He had been under the care of Hospice since October 1, 2003.
Known to friends and family as Roger, he was born on May 13, 1919, to Ben and Sada Olds, who lived on Oldholm Farm in Conneaut, OH. Roger enjoyed farm life and participated in varsity sports and leadership activities at Rowe High School. Later, he enrolled at Ohio State University. He graduated in 1942 from Western Kentucky University with a degree in agriculture.
Roger Olds and Bonita Munger of Jefferson, OH, were married 57 years ago. He began working for International Harvester in Buffalo, NY, shortly thereafter. In 1962, he joined the marketing department of the Ford Tractor Division in upstate New York. In 1983, Roger retired from Ford in Detroit, after rising to the level of Marketing Representation Manager with Ford’s Overseas Tractor Operations. In this position, he traveled to about 40 developing countries. He and Bonnie lived in Ankara, Turkey, for six months. The couple enjoyed 20 years of retirement together, including 16 in Leesburg, FL, and three at Abbottwood in Greensboro, NC.
Roger was preceded in death by his sister, Dora Boling, and brother, Durward Olds, and he is survived by his sister, Jane Fitzpatrick of Lexington, KY, and Keith Olds of Forest Hills, NY. Roger is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie, and four children: Mona Olds of Greensboro, NC, Ben Olds of Valdez, AK, Doug Olds of Cocoa Beach, FL, and Scott Olds of Toledo, OH; and four grandsons.
Roger was a friend to all, a loyal son and brother, and a dedicated father and grandfather. His warm smile, robust humor and wise counsel were hallmarks to all who knew him. During his working years, as well as his retirement years, he served on several church and community boards.
Friends are invited to join the family for an informal Memorial Service celebrating Roger’s life on Sunday, December 28, 2003, at 4 p.m., at the Congregational United Church of Christ on Radiance Drive in Greensboro.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heifer International, P.O. Box 1692, Merrifield, VA 22116-9861, the Greensboro Beautiful Bicentennial Garden, P.O. Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136, or to Hospice of Greensboro at 2500 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405.
FORBIS & DICK FUNERAL HOME, Greensboro, NC, is serving the Olds Family.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 14, 2003

 Rose Marie Garcia
ERIE, PA — Rose Marie Garcia, 85, of West Main Road, Conneaut, died Friday, December 12, 2003 in the Hamot Medical Center in Erie, PA.
Born in Akron on July 7, 1918, the daughter of the late John L. and Estelle (Fossee) Ruth, she had resided in Conneaut for the past 55 years.
She was a graduate of Akron University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics.
During WWII, Mrs. Garcia was employed by the Babcox-Wilcox Company in the priorities department in Barberton. She was also a physical education teacher at St. John’s High School for many years.
She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, enjoyed singing in the church choir, and was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America. She was also a member of the MacDowell Ensemble. Folk dancing was especially enjoyable for Mrs. Garcia, and she helped to form the Dirndel Dancers, and also performed with the Kilpi Dancers. She also traveled Europe with several musical tours. For many years, she taught exercise classes at the Dorothy Malek Annex.
A civic leader, she was a Girl Scout leader, served on the Board of Directors of the Conneaut Community Center, was named “Citizen of the Year” along with her husband, Andy, served as a director of Buckeye Girls State, and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Her family and grandchildren were very important to her, and she was the family historian. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening, flowers, and canning. She volunteered much of her time to the Inn-Conneaut Health Center.
She is survived by her daughter, Virginia Garcia of San Francisco, CA; six sons, Andrew and Philip, both of Conneaut, Thomas of Lake Tahoe, NV, Fred of Concord, CA, James of Canville, CA, and Richard of Shaker Heights; seven grandchildren; and one sister, Mary Virginia Plotkin of Angola, NY.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew; and three brothers, Richard, Jack, and Ben Ruth.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at St. Mary’s Church, 480 State Street, Conneaut, with the Reverend Raymond Thomas, Pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Friends may call at the THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut, on Monday, December 15, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
The family suggests that memorials be made in her name to the St. Mary’s Capital Campaign Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Lottie May Marcy
PIERPONT — Lottie May Marcy, 79, of Turner Rd., Pierpont, Ohio, died Saturday morning December 13, 2003 at her home following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church, 71 St. Rt. 7, Pierpont, Ohio. Rev. Ed Diehl, Pastor of the church will officiate. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
Calling hours will be held Monday, December 15, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall.
Complete obituary will be in Monday’s edition of the Star Beacon.
Childs & Williams Family Funeral Home of Pierpont, Ohio is in charge of arrangements.

VERNA E. KING
CONNEAUT — Verna E. King, 81, of Lake Rd., Conneaut, OH died Saturday morning, December 13, 2003 at UHHS Brown Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH 44030.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 17, 2003

Carol Ann Duva
NORTH KINGSVILLE — Carol Ann Duva, 48, a resident of North Kingsville, OH, died Tuesday, December 16, 2003, in the Austinburg Rehabilitation Center.
Born on July 22, 1955, in Ashtabula, she was the daughter of Herbert and Jacqueline (Hoshal) Cuffman.
She attended the Joint Vocational School Data Processing Program and graduated from Edgewood High School in 1973.
On October 15, 1976, she married Mario Duva.
Mrs. Duva worked for several years with Society Bank as a supervisor, and for 14 years with Carington Park Nursing Home in the Accounting Department.
A member of the North Kingsville Presbyterian Church, she enjoyed crafts, reading, and spending time with her family.
Survivors include a daughter, Shauna Duva of Ashtabula; her parents, of North Kingsville; a sister, Cathy (Jeff) Ezzone of Conneaut; a brother, Joel (Terri) Cuffman of Ashtabula; and nieces and nephews, Amber Ezzone, Tracy Deluca, Cami Stebbins, Bud Mortensen, Ben Mortensen, and Alex Ezzone.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mario, in 1988.
Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2003, in the GUERRIERO FUNERAL HOME, 1550 West 19th Street, Ashtabula, with burial to take place in Greenlawn Memory Gardens of North Kingsville.
Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2003, at the Funeral Home.
Contributions may be made to the family.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 19, 2003

Helen Margaret Gruber
ASHTABULA — Helen Margaret Gruber, 93, formerly of Monroe Township, OH, died Wednesday evening, December 17, 2003, at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home.
Mrs. Gruber was born on March 8, 1910 in Hungary, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Radvanyi) Kerekes and has been a resident of Ashtabula County for most of her life.
She was a life member of St. Andrews Catholic Church and was a former member of St. Andrews Council of Women.
Mrs. Gruber enjoyed cooking, sewing, and gardening.
Survivors include three daughters, Barbara E. Gruber of Kingsville, OH, Helen A. (Fred) Mallory of Pierpont, OH, and Frances R. (Kenneth) Gainforth of Unionville, MI; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Adam Kerekes of Ashtabula, OH, Gene Wheeler, and Stephen Kerekes, both of CA.
Mrs. Gruber was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Felix, whom she married on November 28, 1931; a son, Anthony; and grandson, Patrick.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2003, at St. Andrews Catholic Church, 3700 State Route 193, Sheffield Township, OH. Father Stephen Wassie and Father Nathan Willis will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut, OH.
Calling Hours will be from 10 a.m. until time of service on Saturday, December 20, 2003, at the Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Church, Memorial Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Church.
CHILDS & WILLIAMS FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 96 State Route 7, Pierpont, OH is in charge of arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 22, 2003

 Martha K. Punkar
CONNEAUT — Martha K. Punkar, 88, of Salem Street, Conneaut, OH, died Saturday morning, December 20, 2003, upon arrival at Brown Memorial Hospital in Conneaut.
A Conneaut resident since 1940, Mrs. Punkar was born on April 3, 1915 in North Springfield, PA, a daughter of the late Salomon and Mari (Riisio) Kesatie.
She was a graduate of Springfield High School and was employed in the office of the Marcy Funeral Home for a number of years. She was also employed by both Sears, and Montgomery Ward, while raising her children, and retired in 1977 from the office of Brown Memorial Hospital.
Mrs. Punkar was an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, having sang in the choir, and also served as church organist for over 30 years.
In her leisure, she enjoyed gardening, cooking, crosswords, and most crafts, including knitting, crocheting, and while wintering in FL, basket weaving.
Survivors include her husband, Oscar O. Punkar whom she married on March 13, 1977 in Conneaut; a daughter, Kathryn (Stephen) Raevuori of Dover, NH; a step-daughter, Mary Lou (Ron) Rolland of Naperville, IL; two sons, Andrew (Anni) Raevuori of Valencia, CA, and John (Kerry) Raevuori of Atlanta, GA. There are four grandchildren; and a number of great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Sylvia Lauttamus of Wauwatosa, WI, and Elsa Dross of Albuquerque, NM; and a brother, Jacob Kesatie of Conneaut.
Mrs. Punkar was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Lempi Kesatie, Impi Ahlberg, and Ellen Sippola; six brothers, John, Martin, Toivo, Soloman, Andrew, and Wiljo Kesatie; and a step-son, Robert Punkar.
Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Conneaut, with the Reverend Clyde McGee officiating. Burial will be in East Conneaut Cemetery.
Calling Hours will be from 12 (noon) until 2 p.m. at the Church on Tuesday, December 23, 2003.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Abiding Memorial Fund of the Church. Envelopes are available at the Church or from the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut.
Arrangements are being handled by MARCY FUNERAL AND CREMATION CENTER of Conneaut.

 Henry C. Jarvi
CONNEAUT — Henry C. Jarvi, 73, of West Main Road, Conneaut, OH, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, December 20, 2003, at his home of a probable coronary.
He was born on December 9, 1930 in Conneaut, OH, a son of Henry E. and Sigrid (Leppella) Jarvi.
A lifelong Conneaut resident, Mr. Jarvi was a self-employed Building Contractor and also worked at Murphy Phoenix in Cleveland, OH, and at Cabot Titanium in Ashtabula, OH as Production Supervisor.
He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict.
Mr. Jarvi was Lutheran by faith and enjoyed traveling, animals, watching football, talking with friends, and being with his family.
Survivors include two daughters, Diane Morris, and Lori (Barry) Todd, all of Conneaut, OH; two sons, Eugene M. (Donna), and Henry Jr. (Chris), all of Conneaut, OH; two brothers, Robert, and Erland Jarvi, both of Conneaut, OH; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Loretta on April 9, 2002; a son, David James Jarvi; a grandson, Daniel Bryan Morris; a brother, Richard Jarvi; and a sister, Eleanor Witt.
Funeral Service will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, with the Reverend Raymond L. Lamb, of the Conneaut Church of God, officiating, assisted by Mr. Jarvi’s son-in-law, Barry Todd. Burial will be in East Conneaut Cemetery with Military Rites.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday evening, today, December 22, 2003.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Erie V.A. Recreational Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

 Anna Mako Ware
CONNEAUT — Anna Mako Ware, 88, died Saturday, December 20, 2003, at the Villa at the Lake, Conneaut.
Born in Monroe Township on June 5, 1915, the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Zednick) Mako, she had resided in this area most of her life. She was a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church of Sheffield, where she was a member of their Senior Society.
Mrs. Ware served in the U.S. Army during W.W. II and Korea as a Sergeant First Class. She was a member of the DAV Chapter No. 39, the DAV Auxiliary Chapter No. 66, the V.F.W. Post No. 2836, the Women’s Army Corps Veteran Association, the Gold Star Wives of America, and the Disabled American Veterans.
In her leisure time, she enjoyed fishing, reading, and traveling. She graduated from Conneaut High School with the Class of 1932.
Survivors include a son, Michael J. Ware of CA; a daughter, Lynne F. Magness of Glendale, AZ; a grandson, Michael-Jeremy of CA; eight nieces; and 14 nephews.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Ware; a sister, Rose Yuhas; and three brothers, Joseph Jr., Frank, and Paul Mako.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at St. Andrews Church, Route 193, Sheffield, with the Reverend Stephen Wassie, Pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Kelloggsville Cemetery.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2003, at the THOMPSON - SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut.
It was Mrs. Ware’s request that memorials be made in her name to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
 

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 26, 2003

Stella Leonard

PIERPONT — Stella Leonard, 92, of Schrambling Rd., Pierpont, Ohio, died Tuesday afternoon, December 23, 2003, at the Ashtabula Co. Medical Center, Ashtabula, Ohio. Mrs. Leonard was born February 13, 1912 in Georgetown, ILL., the daughter of Charles & Isabelle (Patrick) Senskey, and has been a life long resident of Pierpont, Ohio.

Mrs. Leonard was a life member of Pierpont Presbyterian Church and also the Senior Citizens Fellowship Club of the church. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and especially baking delicious apple pies, being with family and attending sporting events of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include: three daughters: Mrs. Wayne (Virginia) Toivola of Ashtabula, Ohio; Mrs. Gaylord (Patricia) Millard; and Mrs. Dick (Sandy) Campbell, both of Pierpont, Ohio; one son, Mr. Norman (Shirley) Leonard of Jefferson, Ohio; nine grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Senskey of Jefferson, Ohio and Victor Senskey of Ashtabula, Ohio; two sisters, Isabelle Stein of McKeesport, PA, and Julia Galliazzo of Ashtabula, Ohio.

Mrs. Leonard was preceded in death by her parents, husband Hershel in 1984, son-in-law Wayne Toivola, and three sisters, Lucy Zuris, Grace Childs and Ann Havens.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church, 71 St. Rt. 7, Pierpont, Ohio. Rev. Ed Diehl, pastor of the church will officiate.

Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Pierpont, Ohio.
Calling hours will be held Friday evening, December 26, 2003 from 6-9 p.m. at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Pierpont Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. Envelopes are available at the church.

Childs & Williams Family Funeral Home, 96 St. Rt. 7, Pierpont, Ohio is in charge of arrangements.


 Donald G. Chadwick

CONNEAUT — Donald G. Chadwick, 82, of Fifield Ave., Conneaut, OH, died Wednesday, December 24, 2003, and Ashtabula County Medical Center, Ashtabula, Ohio following a three-year illness. He was born August 31, 1921, in Washington, PA, a son of James R. and Agnes M. (Morgan) Chadwick.

A Conneaut resident for 46 years, he moved here from Oakmont, PA, and was a chemical process operator at R.M.I. for 27 years, retiring in 1985. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during World War II. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Cowle Post #151 of the American Legion. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan and enjoyed most sports.

Survivors include his wife Evelyn (Lattner) Chadwick whom he married May 22, 1942; two daughters, Cheryl Soltis of Conneaut, OH and Barbara (Michael) Yusko of Streetsboro, OH; his son, Donald (Loretta) Chadwick of Houston, TX; his sister Eleanor Verzinskie of Verona, PA; nine grandchildren, Angela Lewis, Brian Soltis, Donald Chadwick, William Chadwick, Michelle Yusko, Christopher Chadwick, Daniel Yusko, Lauren Yusko, and Meghan Chadwick; and three great grandchildren, Jaylen, Tyler, and Cassidy Lewis.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister Gloria Chadwick; three brothers, William, Charles, and Raymond Chadwick; and a grandson James Chadwick.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 27, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 480 State St., Conneaut, OH, with Rev. Raymond Thomas officiating.

Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery with military rites.
Visitation will be from 1:00 until 2:30 p.m., Saturday at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary Building Fund or to the Conneaut Rescue Squad. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 28, 2003

 Ava Rose Loeffel
SAYBROOK TWP. — Ava Rose Loeffel, 49, of North Ridge Road West died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 24, 2003 at her home. She was born February 2, 1954 in Conneaut, the daughter of Eino and Edna (Kelly) Rantamaki and had been a lifelong area resident.
An artistic and creative person, she loved taking care of her grandkids and enjoyed flowers, gardening, antiques, kittens, and the summertime.
Her survivors include her husband, Lester Green; five children, Regina Sheldon of Kingsville, Brian Susevich and his wife Danielle of Kirtland, Michael Susevich of Madison, and Jennifer and Amanda Loeffel, both of Ashtabula; and six grandchildren, Ashley, Randy, Sade’, Mya, Kaleb, and Ethan.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at Ashtabula First Church of the Nazarene, 1820 S. Ridge West, Ashtabula. Rev. Michael Legg, Pastor will officiate.
Calling hours will be Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Contributions may be made to the family.
Available at www.ducro.com
Ducro Funeral Services and Crematory, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula is handling arrangements.

Kenneth James Ray
ASHTABULA — Kenneth James Ray, 58, a resident of Ashtabula died December 25, 2003 at University Hospital of Cleveland. Born January 15, 1945 in Conneaut he was the son of Louis and Mary (Muchiarone) Ray.
Mr. Ray and his brothers owned and operated Ray Roofing Company and he earlier worked for and managed Pittsburgh Paint Company. He was a member of Mother of Sorrows Church and Roofers Local 44, and was a former member of the East Ashtabula Club, Sons of Italy, Wolves Club and Elks. He enjoyed motorcycling, was an avid golfer, and for several years he was a drummer for Brothers and Friends Band.
Survivors include a son Kenny (Cathy) Ray of Ashtabula, a daughter Debi (John) Stranman of Ashtabula, grandchildren Kenny Ray Jr., Johnny Stranman and Toni Stranman, brothers Robert (Carol) Ray of Ashtabula and Gary (Ginny) Ray of Geneva, and a sister LuAnn Izzi of Ashtabula.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2003 in Mother of Sorrows Church with burial to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Guerriero Funeral Home, 1550 W. 19th St. in Ashtabula on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m.
SHARON WICK'S NOTE:  Not sure if St. Joseph's Cemetery is in Ashtabula or Conneaut, Ohio

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 30, 2003

J. Leslie Hadley
NORTH KINGSVILLE — J. Leslie Hadley, 87, of East Center Street, North Kingsville, OH, died Sunday, December 28, 2003, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland.
He was born on August 14, 1916, in West Branch, Iowa, the son of John H. and Bessie (Bassett) Hadley. He married Pauline Bower on July 14, 1939.
Mr. Hadley was employed for 25 years with Sanborn Motors in Ashtabula, as a counter man, until his retirement. He is also a former North Kingsville Village Councilman and was a very active member of the North Kingsville Presbyterian Church.
He enjoyed reading and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Surviving him are his wife; three sons, Robert W. (Kathleen) Hadley of Fairfield Bay, AR, Frank (Diane) Hadley of Ashtabula, and Douglas J. (Priscilla) Hadley of Grand Rapids, MI; two daughters, Joyce (Bruce) Carpenter of Kingsville, and Roberta M. (Chris) Svenson of Denmark Township; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Herbert Hadley of FL, and Dwight Hadley of Farmdale, OH; and a sister, Elva Hopkins of Cortland, OH.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters in infancy; and a brother, Wayne.
Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at the ROSS - BILLMAN FUNERAL HOME, 526 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, with his son, Reverend Douglas Hadley officiating.
Calling Hours will be from 11 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at the Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions can be made to the North Kingsville Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

William A. Thornton Sr.
PIERPONT — William A. Thornton, Sr., 70, of Stateline Road, Pierpont, died Saturday, December 27, 2003, in the St. Joseph Health Center, Andover, OH.

Born in Everett, WV on June 22, 1933, the son of the late Thomas and Rosebud (McCormick), he had resided here for the past 54 years. Prior to that he made his home in Zanesville, OH.

Mr. Thornton was employed by Morrison Molded Fiber Glass in Ashtabula as a Technical Engineer and retired in 1995 after 45 years of service.

He was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in West Springfield, where he served as an Elder since 1972. For the past two years he had taught Bible Studies at the Lake Erie Correctional Institute.

In his leisure time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, and repairing small equipment.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara, to whom he had been married for the past 54 years; two daughters, Tamara DiSanti of Erie, PA, and Teresa Plott of Beaver Center, PA; a son, William A. Jr. of Albion, PA; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ruth Houston of Huntington Beach, CA, and Pauline Bauer of West Palm Beach, FL; and two brothers, Paul of Carlsbad, CA, and David of Geneva, OH.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Albert, Thomas, James, and Gordon; and two sisters, Bessie, and Gertrude.

Friends may call at the THOMPSON–SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut, OH, on Thursday, January 1, 2004, from 2 to 6 p.m.

A Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2004, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, West Springfield, PA.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, West Springfield, PA.
 

 Beverly Leona Rockwell
CONNEAUT — Beverly Leona Rockwell, 76, of Bessemer Avenue, Conneaut, OH, died Sunday afternoon, December 28, 2003, at UHHS-Brown Memorial Hospital following a brief illness.

She was born on March 3, 1927, in Conneaut, OH, a daughter of Arthur Charles and Elizabeth (Mackey) Adams.

A 1945 graduate of Conneaut High School, Beverly was not only a drum majorette, but also was active in the music department, where she sang in the choirs, and played French horn in the band and orchestra. She has sung since she was nine years old. In her lifetime, she sang with church choirs, the MacDowell Ensemble, the Covered Bridge Chorus of Sweet Adelines, and the double quartet "Songs R Us".

She had been employed at the former Astatic Corporation, the Lakeville Water Office and the Conneaut City Water Office, retiring in 1976.

Other organizations she belonged to were the Dean Avenue School PTA and Rowe High School PTA. She was a charter member of Rainbow for Girls and the Child Guidance League. She also was a member of Rose Chapter #22 Order of Eastern Star, was a Red Cross Volunteer, a former Gray Lady at Brown Memorial Hospital, and was a member of the P.A.C.E. class. At the Conneaut First United Methodist Church, Beverly belonged to the Trustees Committee, was a member of the Altar Guild, the Wesleyan Choir and, for a short time, directed the Junior High Youth Choir.

Beverly was also keenly interested in tracing her family's roots. In her quest to unearth genealogical information, she became a member of the Ashtabula County Genealogical Society and the East London Genealogical Society.

She was an avid reader, and it was not uncommon for her to read two or three books each month. She also developed an interest in painting in oil, watercolors and acrylics. Members of her family are honored to display many of her works in their homes.

Her family was always first and foremost in her life, as her husband and three sons will attest. She was an enthusiastic supporter of their many and varied activities.

Survivors include her husband, Charles D. Rockwell, whom she married on January 16, 1946; three sons, Charles A. (Joan Kalmers) of Wexford, PA, Thomas A. (Connie Nimelli) of Cleveland, OH, and Richard A. Rockwell of Texas City, TX; her brother, George E. Adams of Conneaut, OH; her grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Chaplin, Jeffrey C. (Salima) Rockwell, "T.J." Thomas J. (Vanessa) Rockwell, Andrew A. (Elizabeth) Rockwell, Kristen Rockwell, and Kari (Cory) McIntire; and great-grandchildren, Faith Ashlyn and Lillian Elizabeth Rockwell, and Emma May Chaplin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Lillian Adams Aho.

Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at First United Methodist Church, 283 Buffalo Street, Conneaut, OH, with the Reverend Chuck Graham officiating. Private burial will be in East Conneaut Cemetery.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday evening (today), December 30, 2003, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of First United Methodist Church. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home and at the Church.

Obituaries - Star Beacon December 31, 2003

Audrey M. Dodge
CONNEAUT — Audrey M. Dodge, 71, of West Main Road, Conneaut, OH, died Monday afternoon, December 29, 2003, at UHHS Brown Memorial Hospital.
She was born on June 8, 1932, in Olean, NY, to William C. and Ruperta (Smith) Dodge. A Conneaut resident since 1951, she was employed from 1953 until 1994 as a Bookkeeper at the Conneaut Telephone Company.
She attended Amboy United Methodist Church, and enjoyed music, reading, gardening, traveling, and being with her family.
A loving sister and aunt, survivors include three sisters, Phyllis A. Dempsey of Kinnelon, NJ, Joyce L. Dodge of Conneaut, and Denise L. Oviatt of Cleveland Heights, OH; her brother, Robert E. Dodge of Cleveland, OH; and eight nieces and nephews, Mark Oviatt, Howard, Michael, David, Jeremy and Dennis Dodge, Heather and Holly Dempsey; and a number of great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral Service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2004, at the Amboy United Methodist Church, 554 West Main Road, Conneaut, OH, with Reverend Gina Kim officiating. Burial will be in East Conneaut Cemetery.
Friends may call at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, OH, from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2004.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lymphoma Society. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home and at the Church.

 Twila Belle Petro
ENGLEWOOD, FL — Twila Belle Petro, 83, of Englewood, FL, died Wednesday, December 24, 2003, in Sterling House of Englewood.
Born on October 26, 1920 in Wesleyville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Ella (Joiner) Hackett. Mrs. Petro was a long-time resident of Conneaut before moving to Englewood in 1969.
She was the owner of LaBelle Beauty Shop and worked at the Astatic Corporation for many years. She served as a Grey Lady at Brown Memorial Hospital and was active in the Order of Eastern Star and Pythian Sisters.
Mrs. Petro is survived by one sister, Barbara Chislett of Depew, NY; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Penny McMillan of Tennessee, who was her caregiver.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Zolton in 1997, to whom she had been married for 60 years; a son, Phillip in 1999; a brother, Duane Hackett; and a sister, Marjorie Bacon.
A Memorial Service will be held in mid-January at the Christ Lutheran Church in Englewood, where she was a member for many years.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, or Hospice of Southwest Florida, 1144 Veronica Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33952. Envelopes are available at the THOMPSON - SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut.

 Richard L. Murphy
CONNEAUT — Richard L. Murphy, age 63, of Conneaut, died Monday, December 29, 2003, at Ashtabula County Medical Center.
Mr. Murphy was born on May 14, 1940 in Conneaut, the son of Hubert and Lidia (VanGorder) Murphy. He attended school in Conneaut and later went on to enlist in the United States Navy, until he was honorably discharged.
He worked for several years at Union Carbide and later was employed for many years with the Conneaut School System as Custodian at Rowe Junior High School until he faced retirement with a disability.
Mr. Murphy was a member of the National Rifle Association and loved to hunt and fish. He was an avid gun and knife collector.
He liked watching Jeopardy and enjoyed airplanes and also learned to fly. He loved his job at Rowe as Custodian and also the school students he encountered. Richard enjoyed making family and friends laugh and loved to spend time with his grandchildren.
Mr. Murphy was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Harold Murphy.
He is survived by his wife, Fayda Tackett Murphy, whom he married July 2, 1966; a son, Patrick L. Murphy; three daughters, Mary and Marc Tisdale of Ashtabula, Brinda Murphy of Cambridge, OH, and Jeanie and John Sabo of Conneaut; eight grandchildren, Heaven LeAnne Sabo, Haleigh Nicole Sabo, Kayla Marie Sabo, Marc Tisdale, Desere' Cline, Sara Cline, Jennifer Cline and Samatha Craik; a sister, Kathryn Cline of Conneaut; a niece, Michelle Cline of Crossville, TN; and a nephew, Jimmy Ray Tackett of Conneaut.
Calling Hours will be held Friday, January 2, 2004, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.
Prayer Service will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2004, at the Funeral Home with Reverend Kenneth Roberts, of the Pentecostal Church of God, officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made to the family, with envelopes available at the Funeral Home.

JOSEPH R. ANTHONY
CONNEAUT — Joseph R. Anthony, age 92, of Conneaut, died early Tuesday morning, December 30, 2003, in Homestead, Florida, where he has been visiting his son. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.

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