Obituaries - Star Beacon March 1, 2006

WARREN R. BRUNELL



KINGSVILLE -- Warren R. "Bob" Brunell, age 63, of Kingsville, Ohio, died Monday, February 27, 2006, in Ashtabula County Medical Center.

He was born Sunday, July 19, 1942, in Conneaut, Ohio, the son of the late William Brunell and the late Margaret (Stitt) Brunell. He graduated from Kingsville High School and was a Veteran serving in the United States Air Force.

He worked at Ashtabula Rubber Company, and for many years he worked with his father-in-law at Doan Upholstery

He was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church, Ashtabula, and he attended Kingsville Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Senior Golf League at Village Green Golf Course. He enjoyed bowling, pool, golf, hunting and fishing, archery, remodeling, going to car shows and working on his 1966 GTO with his son, Karl, and spending time with his family and his grandchildren..

Surviving are his wife, Carol (Daywalt) Brunell whom he married March 14, 1967; a son, Karl (Shawn) Brunell of Parma, Ohio; daughters, Katie Brunell of Bluffton, South Carolina, and Kara (Matt) Grill of Aurora, Ohio; three grandchildren, Eve, Paul, and Isabel Brunell, all of Parma, Ohio; brother, Theodore Brunell of Salem, Oregon; and two sisters, Marilyn Mitchell of Kingsville, Ohio, and Georgene Barchanowicz of Ashtabula.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Barbara Brunell in infancy and Elaine Frazee; and one brother, William Brunell.

Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2006, at the Ashtabula home of FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, INC., 526 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2006, at the Ashtabula Home of FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, INC., with Reverend Bonnie Habbersett, of the Kingsville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Lulu Falls Cemetery, Kingsville, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Northeast Regional Cancer Society and the Kingsville Presbyterian Church.

Guest book and obituary online at www.fleming-billman.com

LOIS A. WEST
CONNEAUT -- Lois A. West, 78, of Mill St., Conneaut, died early Tuesday morning at her home following a lengthy illness.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Conneaut.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 2, 2006

LOIS A. WEST
CONNEAUT -- Lois A. West, age 78, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Tuesday morning, February 28, 2006, at her home following a lengthy illness.

She was born December 17, 1927, in Erie, Pennsylvania, and was the daughter of Vassar and Gertrude A. (Anthony) Sutherland.

A Conneaut resident for nearly 60 years, she had worked at one time as a waitress at various Conneaut restaurants including the former Cleveland Hotel and Jones Diner.

She attended the Federated Church in East Springfield, Pennsylvania, and was a member of the Cancer Society and the Mothers Club. She enjoyed being with her family, doing needlepoint, and cooking for her family for special occasions.

Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Charles L. West; four daughters, Barbara West of China, Rebecca Spence of Wichita, Kansas, Laurie McGee of Massillon, Ohio, and Bonnie Richards of Lake Wales, Florida; a son, Charles H. "Chip" West of Conneaut; and two grandchildren, Jeffrey and Scott Richards.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Phyllis Lods.

Date and time for a Memorial Service will be announced at a later date by the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio.

OSCAR O. PUNKAR
CONNEAUT -- Oscar O. Punkar, age 96, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Tuesday morning, February 21, 2006, at The Villa At The Lake.

He was born August 8, 1909, in Fairport Harbor, Ohio, and was the son of Thomas O. and Maria H. (Varoo) Punkar.

A 1929 graduate of Conneaut High School, he was a hulett operator at the Pittsburgh & Conneaut Dock Company, retiring in 1972 after 40 years of service.

Mr. Punkar was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and a member of several Masonic organizations including: Evergreen Lodge #222, Conneaut Chapter #76 (PHP), Conneaut Council #40, Cache Commandry #27 (PC), and York Rite.

Survivors include his daughter, Mary Lou (Ronald) Rolland of Naperville, Illinois; a step-daughter, Kathryn Raevuori-Wilson (Steve) of Deerfield, New Hampshire; two step-sons, Andrew (Anni) Raevuori of Valencia, California, and John (Kerry) Raevuori of Atlanta, Georgia; his daughter-in-law, Bonnie Punkar of Vestal, New York; four grandchildren, Brian Punkar, Christine Martin, Jodi Rolland, and Mark Rolland; two great-grandchildren, Peyton Rolland, and Alison Martin; and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Mildred L. Punkar; his second wife, Martha K. Punkar; his son, Robert Punkar; four brothers, Emil "Eddy", Conrad, George, and John Punkar; and his sister, Lillian Punkar.

A Memorial Gathering for friends and family will be held from 3 to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 4, 2006, at The Villa At The Lake, 48 Parrish Road, Conneaut, Ohio. Burial was February 23, 2006, in East Conneaut Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve or to the Memorial Fund of The Villa At The Lake. Envelopes will be available at the Villa or at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio, which has charge of arrangements.

JANE M. RHOADS
CONNEAUT -- Jane M. Rhoads, age 75, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Tuesday evening, February 28, 2006, in the Hospice Unit of Ashtabula County Medical Center following a seven-year illness.

She was born February 28, 1931, in Conneaut, Ohio, and was the daughter of Milton and Leonarda (Fox) Ring.

A 1949 graduate of Rowe High School, she also attended Kent State University, and was employed in the shipping department of General Electric for 25 years, retiring in 1990.

She was a member and past matron of Rose Chapter #22 Order of Eastern Star, and had served as mother advisor of Rainbow for Girls.

She enjoyed both flower and vegetable gardening, and taking care of her family and home.

Survivors include her husband, Cleo J. "Bud" Rhoads Jr., whom she married September 1, 1950; two daughters, Sue Rostan of West Palm Beach, Florida, and Peggy (Jim) Ames of Clarence, New York; her son, Cleo J. "Jack" Rhoads III and wife, Lori, of Virginia Beach, Virginia; four sisters, June Thompson of Boardman, Ohio, Mary Bunnell of Conneaut, Bess Koval of Cortland, New York, and Rachel Speer of Pierpont; four brothers, Loren Ring of Monroe Township, Richard Ring of Kingsville, Paul Ring of Alabama, and Milton Ring of Conneaut; a granddaughter, Cathy Rostan; and four grandsons, Benjamin, Tyler, Philip, and Jackson Rhoads.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

A Memorial Service will be held in May with date and time to be announced by the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes are available at the Funeral Home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 3, 2006

MARION E. HARLEY
CONNEAUT - Marion Elizabeth Harley, 85, died Wednesday, March 1, 2006, at The Villa at the Lake in Conneaut, where she has been a resident since 2000.

Her husband, Donald Charles Harley, died April 12, 2003. They were married June 21, 1940, in Austinburg.

Marion was born January 25, 1921, at the home of her parents, Jay and Bertha (Carkhuff) Brail, on their farm in Austin-burg. She graduated from Grand River High School in Austinburg. She and her husband lived in Ashtabula from 1940 to 2000, when they moved to Conneaut. She was employed as a cafeteria cashier in the Ashtabula Area City Schools for many years. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Ashtabula (formerly Prospect Presbyterian), where she was active as an elder, deacon, and a member of the choir and Women's Association. She chaired the Christian Education Committee and spent many hours sewing, embroidering, and making ceramics and crafts for the church's Crafts Fair. She also participated in organizing and preparing funeral dinners for parishioners.

Marion's life centered around her large family, who spent holidays and Sundays together at the Brail family farm in Austinburg. She and her husband attended sports events in which her children and grandchildren took part, and stayed actively involved in their lives. She was close to her sisters and sisters-in-law, and enjoyed making quilts, sewing, and celebrating each other's birthdays. She enjoyed sewing for her family and gardening.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Bruce A. Harley; her parents; her sister Leona Park; and brothers George, Stanley, and Ralph Brail.

She is survived by her sisters Vera Brand and Roberta Fortier; brothers Lawrence, Reed, and Donald Brail; a son, Wayne M. Harley of Nicholson, PA.; daughter Brenda J. Korb of North Kingsville; seven grandchildren, Jeffrey D., Bradley J., and Gregory S. Korb, Craig D. and Michael Harley, Jennifer L. McReynolds and Angela K. Thompson; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held 1 hour prior to the funeral service. The funeral service will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Prospect Avenue, Ashtabula, on Saturday, March 4, 2006, at 11 a.m. followed by the burial at Ridgeview Cemetery in Ashtabula Township. The Rev. Arvid Whitmore, pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church, will officiate. CHILDS AND WILLIAMS FAMILY FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.

The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004, or Trinity Presbyterian Church. Envelopes will be available at the church.

RUTH M. MCMANUS
CONNEAUT -- Ruth M. McManus, age 88, of Conneaut, died Wednesday evening, March 1, 2006, at the Inn-Conneaut Health Center, where she had re-sided for a few years.

Ruth was born July 24, 1917, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Harry and Ruth (Doubles) Bynane. She was a Conneaut High Class of 1936 graduate and used to work at the ticket booth in the Ohio State Theatre, which is where she meet her husband, George, who also worked at the theater, as well as Mariann's Candy and the former Conneaut Drug Store.

Ruth was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, the Catholic Daughters of America and the Trainman's Union. She enjoyed puzzles, reading and watching television, especially westerns. She loved to travel to Canada, to the Canadian Locks, and also to spend time with her grandchildren and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George McManus (1996); In-laws George and Dorothy McManus; a daughter-in-law, Stephanie McManus (2005); a brother and sister-in-law, John and Gert McManus; brother-in-law Gail McManus; two brothers, Edward and William Bynane; and two sisters, Kitty Morrow and Eileen Robinson.

Ruth is survived by three sons, James and Michele McManus of Cleveland, John McManus of Conneaut, and George and Beth McManus of Ashtabula; a daughter, Patricia and Eric Dawes of Conneaut; a sister; Rita Bynane of Cleveland; grandchildren James, Michael, Steve and DeeAnna, Christy and Linsey McManus, and Ryan and Mathew Dawes; great-grandchildren Mirrette McManus, Blaine Steven McManus and Trent James McManus, all of New London, Ohio.

A Mass of the Christian burial will be held Saturday, March 4, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Raymond Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.

Calling hours will be held Friday, March 3, 2006, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Station 3 Rescue Squad, St. Mary Church, or Fr. Baker c/o St. Jude's Hospital. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 4, 2006

MYKOLA NECZEPORENKO
PIERPONT -- Mykola Neczeporenko, age 83, a longtime resident of Pierpont, Ohio, died Thursday, March 2, 2006, at his home after a brief illness.

Mykola was born September 2, 1922, in the Ukraine, the son of Tymofij and Katyryna (Huson) Neczeporenko.

In 1945, Mykola wed Michalina Kotowycz. Five years later, they immigrated to the United States. After a brief time in Maryland, they permanently located to their home in Pierpont, Ohio.

He worked as a second shop operator for 34 years at R.M.I. Sodium, retiring in 1984. Outside of work, he enjoyed working on his farm.

Mykola was an avid reader and loved to fish. He devoted his life to his wife and family. He was a member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Warren, Ohio.

Mykola adored his loving wife of 62 years. Together they raised three wonderful children, Anna (Richard) Nicka of Wharton, PA, Tymofij of Pierpont, Ohio, and Mykola, Jr. (Marilynn) of Kingsville, Ohio. He will forever be loved and cherished by his grandchildren, Tricia Woods, Todd Neczeporenko, Joshua Nicka, Nickol Nicka, Michael Neczeporenko, Jaclyn Neczeporenko, and his four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, step-brother, and daughter-in-law, Linda (Abbuhl) Neczeporenko.

Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2006 at the CHILDS & WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 96 State Route 7, Pierpont, Ohio, with the Reverend Father Robert Karl, pastor of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Warren officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Pierpont, Ohio.

Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Sunday, March 5, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 5, 2006

VIOLA P. COPECK
CONNEAUT -- Viola P. Copeck, age 91, formerly of Conneaut, died Thursday, March 2, 2006 at the Kimes Nursing Home in Athens, Ohio.

Viola was born November 7, 1914 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of John & Theresa (Basinski) Minch. She graduated from high school and later went to work at the former Goldette Clothing factory as a seamstress.

She also was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, a past president of the Polish American Ladies, and a past president of the Ladies Society of the Nickel Plate Engineersmen Association. She belonged to the Catholic Daughters of America, the former Altar Rosary Society.

Viola enjoyed traveling and art. She loved to quilt at the Conneaut Community Center and was an active member of the Artist Guild who enjoyed oil and waterpainting.

Viola was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles J. Copeck in 1994; brothers, Edward Grubke, Joseph Grubke, Theodore Grubke and Danny Grubke; three sisters, Irene Kedzierski, Stella Trayford and Anna Reydak.

Viola is survived by one son, Charles J. and June Copeck of Columbus, Georgia; three daughters, Lenora and Thomas Burns of Athens, Ohio, Charlene and Edward Jones of Cranesville, Pennsylvania, and Dorothea and Roger Nolan of San Mataio, California; three sisters, Rose Williams of Conneaut, Frances Reydak of Sheffield and Mech Brown of East Springfield; grandchildren, Elizabeth Luehrman, Laura and Nancy Burns, Karen Rogel, Jennifer Mahoney, William, David and Joanna Jones, Charles, Richard and Joseph Copeck, and Hollis and James Nolan; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Calling Hours will held Tuesday, March 7, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church with Father Raymond Thomas officiating. Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Station Three Rescue Squad or St. Mary Capital Campaign.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 6, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 7, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 8, 2006

 ERNEST E. EMERY

CONNEAUT -- Ernest "Ernie" E. Emery, age 76, died Monday, March 6, 2006, at his residence in Conneaut.

Ernie was born November 14, 1929, in Ashtabula, the son of George L. and Maryann L. (Heartman) Emery. He graduated from high school and was an avid boxer. He became a Golden Gloves Lightweight-Featherwieght Champion in 1947. Ernie went to work for the former Penn-Central Railroad and then entered the service.  He entered the U.S. Army and served his country with the 308th Combat Unit in the 901st Transport Division.

Following an Honorary Discharge, he returned to Conrail and then the Nickel Plate Railroad, and retired from the Norfolk and Southern as a Locomotive Engineer. He was also a bee keeper at one time.

Ernie was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church; the Knights of Columbus Council #627, having served all of the offices including Past Grand Knight; a 4th Degree Member of the Leo J. Kane Assembly; and was a member of the Blue Army.

He also enjoyed gardening, playing the harmonica, guitar, and all music, model railroad cars, playing cards, hunting, fishing, and antique guns. He especially loved all his grandchildren, following them throughout their lives at all their events.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rosemary Zappitelli Emery, whom he married June 28, 1951; four brothers, George, Earl, Roland, and Gordon Emery; and three sisters, Alice Onion, Beatrice Catlos and Dorothy Emery.

Ernie is survived by four sons, Harry of Lake City, Pennsylvania, Charles and Lorrie, Anthony and Emy, Oakey and Carmella all of Conneaut; daughters, Brenda and Harold Bovee of Kingsville, and Rosemary and William Hill of Conneaut; 13 grandchildren, Chuck, Kevin, Wendy, Eugene, Cassandra, Karla, Joseph, and Ashley Emery, Russell, Vanessa, Melessa, Jonathan, and Aaron Bovee; brother, Roger R. Emery of Kingsville; and sister, Shirley Onion of Jefferson.

Calling Hours will be held Thursday, March 9, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut. The Knights of Columbus will gather for Fraternal Services at 8:30 p.m.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Friday, March 10, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church with Father Raymond Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut, with the American Legion presenting Honors.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary Capital Campaign Fund.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 9, 2006

ELEANOR L. ANDERSON
WILLOUGHBY -- Eleanor L. Anderson, age 79, of Willoughby, Ohio, died Thursday, March 9, 2006, at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby.

Born May 13, 1926, in Ashtabula, she lived in Willoughby for the past 10 years, and formerly re-sided in the Painesville and Ashtabula areas.

She was retired from Fisher Fazio Foods, where she was a cashier for 33 years.

She was a member of Painesville Senior Center, Painesville Grange, and Nazarene Church of Painesville. She graduated from Ashtabula High School in 1944, and dearly loved her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughters, Carol (Paul) Gundersen of Westlake, and Karen (Harry) Anderson-Rees of Chagrin Falls; and grandchildren, Benjamin and Emily.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; sisters, Florence Trumbull, and Alice Granagen; and brother, Hilding Ericson.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2006, at BRUNNER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 8466 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, where the family will receive friends from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Interment will be in Green-lawn Memory Gardens in North Kingsville.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 10, 2006
ELEANOR L. ANDERSON
WILLOUGHBY -- Eleanor L. Anderson, age 79, of Willoughby, Ohio, died Thursday, March 9, 2006, at LakeWest Hospital in Willoughby.

Born May 13, 1926, in Ashtabula, she lived in Willoughby for the past 10 years, and formerly resided in the Painesville and Ashtabula areas.

She was retired from Fisher Fazio Foods, where she was a cashier for 33 years.

She was a member of Painesville Senior Center, Painesville Grange, and Nazarene Church of Painesville. She graduated from Ashtabula High School in 1944 and dearly loved her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughters, Carol (Paul) Gundersen of Westlake, and Karen (Harry) Anderson-Rees of Chagrin Falls; and grandchildren, Benjamin and Emily.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; sisters, Florence Trumbull and Alice Granagen; and brother, Hilding Ericson.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2006, at BRUNNER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 8466 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, where the family will receive friends from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens in North Kingsville.

Online obituary at www.brunners.com.

JOE KRAY
NORTH KINGSVILLE - Joe Kray, age 85, of Maple Street, died Thursday, March 9, 2006, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center.

He was born April 16, 1920, in Cleveland, the son of the late Joseph and Matilda (Stibi) Kray. He had lived in the North Kingsville and Kingsville area for over 50 years and was the retired owner of Kray Feed Company. For the past 20 years, he and his wife had wintered in Florida where he was the "Mr. Fix-it" of the trailer park.

An Air Force Veteran of World War II, he flew over 50 combat missions as a flight engineer. He also served as a top turret gunner in a B17 while stationed in Africa.

He was the past commander of American Legion Neal Post #743, North Kingsville, and the last surviving member of the 40/8 organization. He served as an elder at Kingsville Presbyterian Church, was a former member of the Kingsville Volunteer Fire Department, and served as a North Kingsville police officer.

He loved his family, his glass collection, and his flower garden, appointing himself to chairman of the "North Kingsville Beautification Committee."

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Donna (Burkhart) Kray, whom he married March 2, 1944; children, David (Barbara) Kray of Kingsville, Mary (Larry) Herl of Platea, Pennsylvania, Nancy Kray and Steve (Tina) Kray, both of North Kingsville; 10 grandchildren, Julie (Paul) Cook of Kingsville, David II (Chris) Kray of Kingsville, Matthew Herl of Mississippi, Joe (Sabrina) Herl of Girard, Pamela (Kyle) Glasl of Albion, Valerie (Shawn) Johnson of West Springfield, Rory (Michelle) Marshall of Jefferson, Tammy (John) Andrew of North Kingsville, Timothy (Julie) Cusano of North Kingsville and Steven (Nicole) Kray of North Kingsville; 10 great-grandchildren, Todd Cook, Erin Cook, Ryan Marshall, Ryan Platz, J.T. Andrew, Jarrod Glasl, Parker Herl, Lucas Johnson, Nathan Johnson, and Hunter Cusano; two step-grandchildren, Cooper and Conner Cleveland; two little ones in his heart, to be born in April; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by four sisters, Theresa Brenner, Adele Clark, Hermina "Min" McCloud, and Mary Kray; two brothers, Frank and Steven Kray; and his parents.

Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2006, at Kingsville Presbyterian Church, 3056 West Main Street, Kingsville. Reverend Bonnie Hebbersett, Pastor will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens Cemetery, North Kingsville, where Full Military Honors will be conducted by the Kingsville American Legion, Neal Post #743.

Calling hours will be 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2006, at ZABACK-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula.

Contributions may be made to Kingsville Presbyterian Church.

Available at www.ducro.com.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 11, 2006

GLADYS REETS
CONNEAUT -- Gladys N. Reets, age 96, of South Amboy Road, Conneaut, Ohio, died Saturday, March 11, 2006, at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home.

She was born July 23, 1909, in East Springfield, Pennsylvania, to the late Charles and Nellie (Salisbury) English. She had resided in the Conneaut area her entire life, and enjoyed wintering in Florida.

She was a member of the West Springfield Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and enjoyed knitting and sewing.

Gladys is survived by her two daughters, Carol Kulik of Albion, and Maxine Knight of Conneaut; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles K. Reets; a son, Charles Reets; sister, Velma Lewis; and six brothers, Albert, George, Hobert, Cliff, Clair, and Merle English.

At her request there will be no calling hours. There will be a private family service on Monday, March 13, 2006, at 1:00 p.m. at THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut, with Donald Bohrer, of the West Springfield Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, presiding. Burial will be at East Conneaut Cemetery.

ROSE T. WILLIAMS
CONNEAUT -- Rose T. Williams, 94, died Saturday, March 11, 2006.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 12, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 13, 2006

BEVERLY L. DUNNINGTON
CONNEAUT -- Beverly L. Dunnington, age 95, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Sunday afternoon, March 12, 2006, at her residence following a short illness.

She was born September 6, 1910, in Conneaut, and was the daughter of the late Bert C. and Besse E. (Baker) Bailey.

A lifelong Conneaut resident, Mrs. Dunnington was employed at the former Astatic Corporation, retiring in 1961.

She was an active member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ; Rose Chapter #22, Order of Eastern Star; and the Child Conservation League. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, needlepoint, playing cards, crossword puzzles, and was an avid reader.

Survivors include two daughters, Marijo (Frank) Puffer of Massillon, Ohio, and Lois V. Dunnington of Lake Wales, Florida; a son, James Dunnington (Sheila) of Farmington, New York; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pearl George Dunnington; a son, Paul B. Dunnington; and a brother, Clyde Bailey.

Funeral Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio, with the Reverend Rudolph G. Babcock, pastor of First Congregational United Church of Christ, officiating, assisted by the Reverend Stephen T. Szilagyi, pastor emeritus. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ardis Rhinehart Kremer Home. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

ROSE T. WILLIAMS
CONNEAUT -- Rose T. Williams, age 94, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Saturday morning, March 11, 2006, at Inn-Conneaut Health Center.

She was born May 27, 1911, in Buffalo, New York, and was the daughter of the late John and Theresa (Basinski) Minch.

Her family moved to Green Road in North Kingsville, Ohio, when Mrs. Williams was 6 or 7 years old. A Conneaut resident since 1928, she had worked at the Conneaut Can Company and the Goldette at one time.

She was a member of Amboy United Methodist Church, where she belonged to the Happy Oldsters, the Loyal Bereans, and the United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the Polish American Ladies, and loved volunteering at the 50/50 Barn of Brown Memorial Hospital.

She enjoyed crafting, traveling, sewing, wallpapering, crocheting, and especially enjoyed caring for neighborhood children, and was known as "Gramma Rose."

Survivors include her daughter, Barbara (Leonard) Simpson of Conneaut; a son, Howard P. (Betty) Williams of Ashtabula, Ohio; two sisters, Frances Reydak of Sheffield Township, Ohio, and Mech (Bill) Brown of East Springfield, Pennsylvania; 12 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Howard M. Williams, in 1971, whom she married April 7, 1928; a daughter, Betty Phillips; sisters, Irene Kedzierski, Stella Trayford, Anna Reydak, and Viola Copeck; and brothers, Edward, Joseph, Theodore, and Dan Grubke.

Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at Amboy United Methodist Church, 554 West Main Road, Conneaut, Ohio, with the Reverend Tami Shoup-Troutman officiating, assisted by Reverend Michael Grant. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.

Friends may call at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio, today, Monday, March 13, 2006, from 7 to 9 p.m.

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

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 14, 2006

 BEATRICE V. COE
CONNEAUT -- Beatrice V. Coe, age 87, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Sunday, March 12, 2006, at Inn-Conneaut Health Center.

She was born July 13, 1918, at Clapp Farm, Corn-planter Township, Venango County, Pennsylvania, and was a daughter of the late Henry and Florence Kay.

Mrs. Coe had been a resident of Jefferson Geriatric Center in Jefferson, Ohio, for the past 10 years. She had worked for Hercules Packing, retiring in 1981 after 20 years of service.

Beatrice was a member of the former Grace Lutheran Church in Conneaut, and enjoyed music, handcrafts, family gatherings, and local travels.

Survivors include two sons, Kenneth Coe Jr. and wife Maureen, and John Coe and wife Barb, both of Conneaut; six grandchildren, Christina Hyder, Teresa Yeast, Tammy Otis, Jason Coe, Debbie Coe, and Tracie Getchell; and twelve great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth W. Coe Sr.; and three sisters, Wilma Hilt, Henrietta English, and Loretta Tench.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2006, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, with the Reverend Andy Warren of the First Assembly of God officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, Ohio.

Friends may call at the Funeral Home today, March 14, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Contributions may be made to the Conneaut Rescue Squad. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
 

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 15, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 16, 2006

ELINORE CECELIA BOREMAN
LEESBURG FL - Elinore "Ellie" Cecelia Boreman, 70 of Leesburg Florida formerly of Wooster passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006 in Leesburg Regional Medical Center.

She was born July 13, 1935 in Conneaut the daughter of John and Helen Evon Mate. On February 23, 1961 she married Charles N. Boreman who survives..

She was a Homemaker, a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Member of Catholic Daughters for over 20 years, and past president of the Mothers of Twins Club in Wooster.

Also surviving are her children: Cecelia (Joe) Shell of Decature IN, Charles Jr. (Pamela) Boreman of Wooster, and Don (Karen) Boreman of Wooster. 1 brother John (Jean) Mate of Mentor, 3 sisters Marguerite (John) Zappitilo, Gloria (Frances) LaBounty, and Clara Jean Bennett all of Conneaut. 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law Keith Bennett.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association 1815 W. Market St. Suite 1098 Akron, Ohio 44313.

Elinore was a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to all who came in contact with her.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 18, 18, 2006 at St. Mary Catholic Church 527 Beall Ave., Wooster, Ohio 44691 with Father Dan Reed officiating. Burial will follow at Sherwood Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends at the MCINTIRE, DAVIS & GREENE FUNERAL HOME 216 E. Larwill St. Wooster, Ohio from 7-9 p.m. Friday where a Rosary service will be held at 6:30 p.m.

MARLA ANN MCBRIDE
CONNEAUT - Marla Ann McBride, 8, of Conneaut, OH, ended her courageous battle with cancer on Monday, March 13, 2006.  She was born August 5, 1997, in Buffalo, NY, and was the daughter of Robert C. and Annette P. (Pedaci) McBride.

Marla and her family moved to Conneaut five years ago from Lockport, NY.  She attended Amboy United Methodist Church and was in the second grade at Lakeshore Primary School.  She loved life and especially enjoyed swimming, dancing, baseball, soccer, drawing, music, school, and camping and fishing with her father.

She leaves behind many loved ones including her parents; her brother Matthew at home; grandparents, James and Carlene McBride of Conneaut, OH, and Edward and Patricia Pedaci of Mentor, OH; her great grandmother Pauline Evanko of Blairesville, PA; uncles and aunt, Jeffery McBride of Conneaut, OH, and Tricia (Pedaci) and Charles Price of Hudson, OH; and cousins William Price and Sophia Price of Hudson, OH.

Funeral service will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, March 18, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 211 Buffalo St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. Gina Kim pastor of Church of the Savior, Cleveland Heights, OH, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Tami Toothman-Shoup pastor of Amboy United Methodist Church, Conneaut, OH.  Burial will follow in East Conneaut Cemetery.

Friends may call at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, 44030, on Friday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 PM.

Contributions in Marla’s memory may be made to Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital-Child Life Department-Rainbow 2, or to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and at the church.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 17, 2006

 RICHARD J. RANTAMAKI
 CONNEAUT -- Richard J. Rantamaki, age 65, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Wednesday evening, March 15, 2006, at his home following a year’s illness.

Born August 7, 1940, in Conneaut, he was the son of Toivo J. and Irene I. (Rigo) Rantamaki.

A 1959 graduate of Conneaut High School, he was a lifelong Conneaut resident. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was a member of Co. C, 137th Ohio National Guard.

Mr. Rantamaki was employed as Chief Inspector from 1967 to 1971 at the Astatic Corporation, Quality Control Inspector at Premix from 1971 to 1973, and worked in maintenance at the Conneaut News-Herald.

He was a member of Bethel Assembly of God of Girard, Pennsylvania, Alcoholics Anonymous, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Patti (Markijohn) Rantamaki, whom he married July 30, 1985; two daughters, Robin Rantamaki of Youngs-town, Ohio, and Christine Rantamaki of Hubbard, Ohio; two sons, James Rantamaki of Ashtabula, Ohio, and Richard Rantamaki Jr. of DaLuca, Georgia; two stepdaughters, Tammy and Tonya Fisher of Erie, Pennsylvania; a stepson, Timothy Markijohn of Erie; five grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.

No visitation or service will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made either to the family or to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes are available at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, which has charge of arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 18, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 19, 2006

CLARA E. CARMICHAEL
CONNEAUT -- Clara E. Carmichael died Saturday, March 18, 2006.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Conneaut.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 20, 2006

CLARA E. CARMICHAEL
CONNEAUT -- Clara E. Carmichael, age 78, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Saturday afternoon, March 18, 2006, at Ashtabula County Medical Center, Ashtabula, Ohio.

She was born December 27, 1927, in Painesville, Ohio, to Frank and Mary Ann (Schmidt) Doyle.
Mrs. Carmichael was a homemaker, and a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary.

She enjoyed bowling and animals, especially dogs.

Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Thelen of Hertford, North Carolina; two sons, Rick Parker of Conneaut, Ohio, and Michael Parker of Geneva, Ohio; her sister, Edith Kinter of Brooklyn, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Charles William Parker, in 1967; her second husband, Howard B. Carmichael in 2001; her son, Charles Parker in 2005; and eight brothers and sisters, Mary Holbert, Margaret Losey, Charles Doyle, Frederick Doyle, Francis Doyle, Edward Doyle, Alma Ryan, and Conrad Doyle.

At Mrs. Carmichael’s request, there will be no visitation or services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League. Envelopes are available at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio, which has charge of arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 21, 2006

JUDITH O. STRUCHEN
BOCA RATON, FL -- Judith O. Struchen (nee: Whitford), age 71, of Boca Raton, Florida, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2006, at the Boca Raton Community Hospital.

Judith was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, on April 20, 1934, and was formerly of Conneaut, Ohio.

She is survived by four children, Michael (Robin), Brian, Kelly (Kim) Heyer, and Randy (Mary); and seven grandchildren.

BABIONE FUNERAL HOME, 1100 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432, is in charge of arrangements. (561 395-8787)

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 22, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 23, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 24, 2006

SOPHIE L. MATHEWS
CONNEAUT -- A Memorial Life Celebration of Sophie L. Mathews, age 91, formerly of Monroe Center Road, will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at 11 a.m. in the Monroe United Methodist Church, with Reverend Richard Smith, Pastor, officiating. A meal for family and friends will be held at the church following the Service.

Born April 20, 1914, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Teofila (Prog) Szewczuk, and had resided in Monroe Town-ship most of her life.

She was employed by the former Cummins Can Company, and also for Cash Browns Boat Livery in Conneaut.

Sophie was a member of Monroe United Methodist Church and the Monroe U.M. Women’s Society.

In her leisure time, Sophie enjoyed cooking, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her two sons, Edward and his wife, Gail Mathews, of Monroe Township, and Robert and his wife, Judy Mathews, of Burnet, Texas; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister, Jennie Tobiasky of Monroe Township.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Grant Mathews; daughter, Jeanette Mathews; four sisters, twin sister Eva Szewczuk, Mary Bromfield, Verna Pyles, and Dorothy Sebio; and three brothers, William, Andrew, and Paul Szewczuk.

Memorials in Sophie’s name may be made to the Monroe U.M. Women’s Society. Enve-lopes will be available at the church.

Interment will follow in Kelloggsville Cemetery.

THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut, is handling arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 25, 2006

REGINA L. DILIELLO
CONNEAUT -- Regina L. DiLiello, age 59, formerly of Conneaut, Ohio, died Thursday evening, March 23, 2006, at Walden Residential Center in Geneva, Ohio.

Born on December 16, 1946, in Conneaut, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Callie (Stabler) DiLiello.

She was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Roman Catholic Church in Conneaut.

Regina was a resident of Rae-Ann Nursing Home for 28 years, and lived at Walden Residential Nursing Center for the past nine years.

Regina is survived by her two brothers, Richard and Kim DiLiello of Conneaut, and Andrew and Norma DiLiello of Mentor-on-the Lake; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Calling hours will be held from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., noon, Monday, March 27, 2006, at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut. Funeral Services will be held at 12 p.m. at the Funeral Home, with Father Raymond Thomas of St. Mary and St. Frances Cabrini Churches, officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.

DOROTHY A. HALL
PIERPONT -- Dorothy A. Hall, 81, died Thursday, March 23, 2006.
Funeral will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Penn Line Church of Christ, 6968 Route 6, Pierpont.

Calling hours are 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Penn Line Church of Christ memorial fund. Envelopes will be available at the church.

Complete arrangements will be announced by the Childs & Williams Funeral Home, 96 Route 7, Pierpont.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 26, 2006

DOROTHY A. HALL
PIERPONT -- Dorothy Annette (Brayman) Hall, age 81, of Pierpont, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep Thursday, March 23, at Country Club Retirement Center, from complications of a fall two years ago.

Born March 9, 1925, in Pierpont, she was a daughter of the late John and Ruth (Sheldon) Brayman. A lifelong resident of Pierpont, she married Wilbur Hall on September 20, 1941.

Dorothy was known as a very caring and giving person, always helping others. She was a volunteer at ACMC/PAT, Contact, Red Cross, and Hospice. If anyone was in need, she was there for them, offering her time and love.

She was a member of the Penn Line Church of Christ for most of her adult life, serving as a Sunday School teacher for many years.

Dorothy was honored with the Citizen of the Year award for community service by the Mason Relief Lodge 284 of Pierpont. Her dedication to her community and friends was never-ending.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Wilbur; a son, Jim (Linda) Hall of Jefferson; a daughter, Ruth (Ed) Best of Ashtabula; four grandchildren, Derek (Heather) Best of Colorado, Erin (Jeff) Rix of Pennsylvania, Kristi (John) Hackworth of Pennsylvania, and Josh Hall of New York; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Barney Brayman of Ashtabula, and Jack Brayman of California; and one sister, Meribah McMillin of Conneaut.

Calling hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2006, at the Penn Line Church of Christ, Route 6 East, Pierpont.

The Funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at the church, with Pastor Gary Kendall Jr. and Pastor Jon Pratt officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Pierpont.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Penn Line Church of Christ memorial fund, or to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the church.

CHILDS & WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 96 State Route 7, Pierpont, is in charge of arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 27, 2006

 WILLIAM L. JACKSON
CONNEAUT -- William L. Jackson, age 94, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Sat-ur-day afternoon, March 25, 2006, at The Villa At The Lake, Conneaut, where he and his wife of 65 years, Peg (Daggitt) Jackson, have resided for the past five years.

He was born on November 27, 1911, in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, to William and Elizabeth (Wheater) Jackson, and he served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves during World War II.

Bill worked with the CCC on numerous projects during the Depression, then was employed by the Wilson Lines, sailing the Great Lakes. He retired from the former General Tire and Rubber Company in Ashtabula.

A member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ, he was also a 50-year member of Evergreen Lodge #222 F&AM.

Bill enjoyed camping, walking, crossword puzzles, and tinkering around the house.

He is survived by his wife; son, George (Ronnie) of North Carolina; daughter, Mary (Chet) Adams of Conneaut; grandchildren, Sarah and Dan Jackson of Virginia, Tracy Johnson, Greg (Lisa) Johnson of Guam, and Jason (Alanna) Close of Missouri; and great-grandchildren Madison and Brady Close, and Reagan Johnson.

At Bill’s request, there will be no services. Private graveside services will be held for the family at a later date.

Contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44119, or to The Villa At The Lake Memorial Fund. Envelopes are available at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty Street, Conneaut, which has charge of arrangements.

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 28, 2006

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Obituaries - Star Beacon March 29, 2006

CLARA M. HAKALA
ASHTABULA -- Clara M. Hakala, age 94, of Ashtabula, Ohio, and formerly of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Conneaut, Ohio, died Sunday, March 26, 2006, at the Austinburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Born May 4, 1911, in Conneaut, she was the daughter of the late Carl R. and Alice (Cornell) Blood. A graduate of Conneaut High School, she attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

She had been employed at Carlisle’s Department Store and Farmer Bank in Ashtabula.

Mrs. Hakala was a member of the Second Congregational Church, the Covered Bridge Chapter #591 Order of Eastern Star for over 70 years, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Grottoets of Ashtabula.

Surviving her are three daughters, Sarah (Bob) Halman of Ashtabula, Susan (Bob) Bernard of Hackettstown, New Jersey, and Jean (Paul) Tremblay of Avon, Ohio; five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul E. Hakala, in 1989; and a grandson, Bob Halman Jr. in 2004.

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, April 1, 2006, at the Second Congregational Church, 319 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004, with Reverend Glen Warner officiating. Burial will be in Edgewood Cemetery.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, March 31, 2006, at the Ashtabula Home of the FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 526 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, with an Eastern Star service at 6:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Second Congregational Church at the above address.

Guestbook and obituary at wwwfleming-billman.com

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 30, 2006

Obituaries - Star Beacon March 31, 2006

JUDITH O. STRUCHEN
CONNEAUT -- Judith O. Struchen, age 71, formerly of Monroe Township, Ohio, died Sunday, March 19, 2006, in Boca Raton, Florida.

She was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, April 20, 1934, the daughter of the late Fern and Dorothy (nee Weidler) Whitford.

Judith was a member of the Monroe United Methodist Church and the Monroe Sirens.

She also enjoyed crafting.

Judith is survived by her husband, Clyde; sons, Michael and wife, Robin Struchen, of Monroe Town-ship, Brian Struchen of Hartville, Ohio, and Randy and wife, Mary Struchen, of Gowanda, New York; daughter, Kelly Heyer of West Springfield, Pennsylvania; and seven grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2006, at Monroe United Methodist Church with Reverend Richard Smith officiating. A meal and fellowship will follow the service at the church.

Memorials in Judith’s name may be made to the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department or a local Girl Scout Troop.

The obituary was provided by THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main Street, Conneaut.
 

CLARA M. HAKALA
ASHTABULA -- Clara M. Hakala, age 94, of Ashtabula, Ohio, and formerly of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Conneaut, Ohio, died Sunday, March 26, 2006, at the Austinburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Born May 4, 1911, in Conneaut, she was the daughter of the late Carl R. and Alice (Cornell) Blood. A graduate of Conneaut High School, she attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

She had been employed at Carlisle’s Department Store and Farmer Bank in Ashtabula.

Mrs. Hakala was a member of the Second Congregational Church, the Covered Bridge Chapter #591, Order of Eastern Star, for over 70 years, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Grottoets of Ashtabula.

Surviving her are three daughters, Sarah (Bob) Halman of Ashtabula, Susan (Bob) Bernard of Hackettstown, New Jersey, and Jean (Paul) Tremblay of Avon, Ohio; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul E. Hakala, in 1989; and a grandson, Bob Halman Jr., in 2004.

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 1, 2006, at the Second Congregational Church, 319 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004, with Reverend Glen Warner officiating. Burial will be in Edgewood Cemetery.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Friday, March 31, 2006, at the Ashtabula Home of the FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, INC., 526 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, with an Eastern Star service at 6:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Second Congregational Church at the above address.

Guestbook and obituary at www.fleming-billman.com