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LIBERTY -Thomas R. Andrews, 86, died Tuesday Aug.17, 2010, at his daughter's home in Vienna.

Tom was born Dec. 14,1923, in Girard, the son of Asa Thomas and Martha P. Morrison Andrews.

He had worked for 37 years as a foreman in the boiler shop for U.S. Steel McDonald Works, retiring in 1978.

He was a member of the Church Hill United Methodist Church, the Mahoning Valley Round Table Wood Carvers, a lifetime member of William Farr Masonic Lodge 672 F&AM, the Grange, the Blind Veterans Association and Commercial B Bowling League at Kay Lanes. He also played softball in the Downtowners League and umpired in Girard and Liberty Township Little Leagues for many years.

At age 16, he joined FDR's CCC Program in Price, Utah, building dams and irrigation systems. He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theatre.

Survivors include his son, Thomas L. Andrews of Indian Harbour Beach, Fla.; daughter, Dorothy F. Andrews (Mike Mauser) of Vienna; a grandson, Nicholas (Christine) Scutillo; and two great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Megan.

He was preceded in death were his wife, Dorothy M. Beach Andrews, whom he married July 19, 1943, and who died Jan. 28, 2008; a daughter, Patricia Sue Andrews, who died in 1946; two brothers, John F. and Lonnie Andrews; and two sisters, Ruthe Andrews and Alice Mae Perrotta.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Blackstone Funeral Home, followed by burial with military honors at Churchill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with a Masonic service held at 6:45 p.m.

The family requests any material contributions be made to Hospice of the Valley.

WARREN - Glenna Rose Brady, 91, Warren, died peacefully Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital.

She was born Dec. 27, 1918, in Alliance, the daughter of Floyd and Marie Snyder Jackson, and lived in Trumbull County most of her life.

A 1936 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School, Mrs. Brady's interest and talent in music led her to the Dana School of Music, where she studied pipe organ. Later, she accompanied the Kent Concert Choir and was active in KSU musical theater and TNT theater.

A member of Central Christian Church, she directed the church's handbell choir and children's choir. She also was active with Warren Music Club, Church Women United, the Fifty-Plus Club, was past-president of the Trumbull County Genealogical Society, and a member of Morning Light Chapter 80, Order of the Eastern Star. Most recently, she and her husband, Les, really missed monthly Eighty-Plus luncheons.

Surviving are her husband of 71 years, Harry Lester ''Les'' Brady, whom she married June 17, 1939; four children, Susan Brady (David) Faulkner of Carbondale, Colo., Tamara Brady (Alec) Pendleton of Shaker Heights, Glenn Lester (Fayth) Brady of Huffman, Texas and Philip P. (Rhonda) Brady of Orange, Texas; nine grandchildren, Leslie Neal, Cameron Green, Jamie Kopacz, Samantha Pendleton, Allie Bigelow and Sean, Jeremy, Joshua, and Rachel Brady; 14 great-grandchildren, Junell, T.J., Abby, Molly, Ashley, Zach, Isabelle, Lia, Bronwyn, Zachary, Owen, Heavenly, Logan and Cheyenne; a sister, Dolores Dorene (Jackson) Myers of Warren; and a brother, Darl Percy (Gloria) Jackson of Warren.

Her parents preceded her in death.

Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at McFarland & Son Funeral Home, with her pastor, Dr. Darrell C. Filler, officiating. Interment will follow at Crown Hill Burial Park.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Arrangements are entrusted to McFarland & Son Funeral Services Co., 271 N. Park Ave., Warren, Ohio 44481.

Please visit www.mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

Cards may be sent to:

Harry L. Brady  121 Valley Circle N.E. Warren, OH  44484-1084

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10am in Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Campbell for Michael G. “Pugsly” Kapsulis, 49, formerly of Campbell, who passed away Thursday.
Michael was born Aug. 19, 1960 in Campbell the son of Georg M. and Mary Stamos Kapsulis.
He was a 1978 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and a graduate of The New Castle School of Trades as a Certified Welder where he was also employed as an instructor. He was currently the owner of MGK Inspections & Consulting and has worked for various bridge painting companies.
He was a member of Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Campbell and St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Tarpon Springs, Fla.
Mike was a member of Silver Trowel Masonic Lodge #776 of Warren; he loved to ride his custom built Harley and enjoyed cooking and spending time with his family and friends.
Pugsly leaves to cherish his memory his parents, his wife the former Cindy Giangregorio whom he married Aug. 5, 2001; his children, Joshua Kohnen of Uniontown, Pa. and Athena Christina of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; step-children, Justin, Travis, Ashley and Christina of Tarpon Springs, Fla; a sister Nicki G. Kapsulis; a brother Perry G. Kapsulis, both of Campbell; a niece Rena (Mike) Koutsounadis of Warren and a nephew George Mazoros of Campbell.
The Kapsulis family has entrusted their loved one to the care of the Wasko Funeral Home and will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-8pm at the funeral home where there will be a 4:45pm Masonic Service and an 8:00pm Trisagion Service with Father Steve Denas and on Wednesday morning from 9:30-10am in Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church.

WARREN - Sterling Orrin Perrine, 88, longtime resident of Warren, died peacefully Aug. 8, 2010, surrounded by family.

He was born Nov. 11, 1921, in Stoneboro, Pa., the son of Donald C. and Jessie (Rough) Perrine.

On March 7, 1942, he married Betty Jean Murray, formerly of Anderson, Ind., to whom he was happily married for 60 years.

He worked as a mechanical engineer, draftsman, chief design engineer and retired as a production manager after 44 years from Wean Engineering.

A 1940 graduate of Warren G. Harding, Sterling was a veteran of World War II and served as a master sergeant in the U.S. Army. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Carroll F. Clapp Lodge 655 F&AM, BMW MOA group, and a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church of Warren.

Sterling was most proud of his accomplishments throughout his lifetime, one of which was traveling America and seeing the entire country on his motorcycle. He also enjoyed wood carving, traveling, the ocean, deep sea fishing, spending time with his family and friends, gardening, feeding the birds and reading books.

Surviving are his children, Larry and partner Maxine Tunis of Superior, Ariz., and Brenda (John) Perrine-Ritzler, with whom he made his home in Niles.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Betty; and two brothers, Ralph and Donald.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the McFarland & Son Funeral Home and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, with services following at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Rusty Cowden officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna.

The family would like to thank Celtic Hospice for their kind and compassionate services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Celtic Healthcare of N.E. Ohio, Hospice Unit, 3530 Belmont Ave., state Route 7, Youngstown, Ohio 44505, or Warren Family Mission, 361 Elm Road N.E., Warren, Ohio 44483.

Arrangements are entrusted to McFarland & Son Funeral Services Co., 271 N. Park Ave., Warren, Ohio 44481. Visit www.mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

CHAMPION - Arthur Allen Yauger, 73, of Champion, died Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at Windsor House of Champion.

He was born Dec. 14, 1936, in Allentown, Pa., a son of the late Harold Yauger and the late Marie Donges Yauger.

Arthur was a veteran of the United States Navy and had worked as a pipefitter for 30 years, retiring from Packard Electric.

He was a member of the Cortland Masonic Lodge 529, Ali Baba Grotto and the Shriners.

Arthur was an avid Cleveland Browns, Indians and Cavaliers fan, but mostly, he enjoyed spending his time outdoors. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed spending time in his yard working.

His wife, Dorothy Lee Yauger, preceded him in death June 24, 2005.

He is survived by a son, Rick E. (Belinda) Yauger of Champion; daughter, Shelley L. Nicholas of Cortland; three brothers, Jim, Bill and Harry Yauger; two sisters, Cheryl Rocco and Diane Bumstead; and five grandchildren, Nicole, Devin, Kristen and Rick Yauger, and Carina Nicholas.

Arthur was preceded in death by a son, Arthur Jr.; two brothers, Harold and Don Yauger; and three sisters, Lois Berger, Judy Hipkins and Doris Vesnick.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Shafer-Winans Funeral Chapel in Cortland, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday.

Services will be at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Monday.

Interment will be 9 a.m. Tuesday at Hillside Cemetery in Cortland, where the Trumbull County American Legion Honor Guard will conduct services.

In lieu of flowers, material contributions can be made to the COPD Foundation.

WINDHAM - Robert H. Hevner Jr., 87, of passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010, in Akron.

He was born Aug. 19, 1922, the son of Robert and Genivive Anderson Hevner in Mill Hall, Pa.

Robert was a World War II veteran serving in the 190th Field Artillery.

He worked as a foreman at General Refractory for 43 years and was a Windham zoning inspector for 12 years.

Robert was a member of Windham United Methodist Church., Scottish Rite, York Rite, 32nd degree Mason of Garrettsville Lodge 246, V.F.W., American Legion and Lions Club. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, bowling, watching sports in his recliner, community service, playing baseball and umpiring in his younger years, and cherished spending time with his beloved family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Ruth (Girton); daughters Carole (Henry) Jones of Niles, and Kathy (Jeff) Zaryki of Cuyahoga Falls; sister Jean (Bud) Barnes; brother Glenn Hevner; grandchildren, Angie, Stephanie, Matt, Rob and Ben; three stepgrandchildren, Michelle, Brad and Corey; eight great-grandchildren and five stepgreat-grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Sr. and Genivive; son Larry Michael; sisters, Dorothy and Gwendolyn; and his brother Leslie.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 8382 Center St. Garrettsville, OH 44231.

Funeral services will be held at Windham United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, with visitation one hour prior at church. Burial with full military honors will follow at Windham Township Cemetery.

Online condolences can be sent to www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.

SUN CITY WEST, Ariz. - Ronald B. Rager, 83, of Sun City West, Ariz., passed away July 23, 2010.

He was born April 4, 1927, in Mecca, Ohio, the son of William Russell Rager and Ursel Green Rager Werden.

Ronald served in the Navy from 1945 till the end of World War II in August 1946.

He was a 1945 graduate of Howland High.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Beverly Wilson Rager; their sons, Ronald L. Rager of Fort Morgan, Colo., and Rex A. (Kathy) Rager Sr. of Vienna, Ohio; two grandsons, Jeffrey L. Rager of Howland, Ohio, and Rex A. (Mollie) Rager Jr. of Cortland, Ohio; two stepsisters, Barbara (Dan) Smith of Dublin, Ohio, and Kathleen (Bart) Hagemeyer of Zanesville, Ohio; and a sister-in-law, Betty Rager of San Jose, Calif.

He was predeceased by a daughter, Nancy Rager Jones of Newton Falls, Ohio; a grandson, Justin D. Jones of Newton Falls, Ohio; a brother, Terrence R. Rager of San Jose, Calif.; and his parents.

Ronald enjoyed all sports and was an avid golfer. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Youngstown, Ohio, and Jerusalem Lodge 19 F.&A.M. of Hartford, Ohio.

He will be sadly missed by all who loved him.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations can be sent to Hospice of Arizona, 19702 N. Routzahn Way, Sun City West, Ariz. 85375.

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Lauren "Bill" Williams   Western Phoenix #42  posted 7/26/10

Lauren R. “ Bill “ Williams, 89 years of age, passed away Monday July 19, 2010 at University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. Bill was born on February 27, 1921 in Braceville, Ohio the son of the late Archie and Jessie (Lane) Williams. Formerly of Braceville, he was a resident of Troy Township since 1946. A member of Local No. 18, he had been employed as a heavy equipment operator for National Engineering & Contracting in Strongsville. Bill served his country in World War II in the U.S. Navy. He was a longtime member of American Legion Post No. 193. Bill was a member of Western Phoenix Lodge No. 42 F. &A.M. in Parkman, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland and Crescent Chapter O.E.S. in Garrettsville. On October 19, 1946, he married Wanda (Russell) Williams who survives at their residence. Also surviving is his son Keith Williams of Troy Twp., his brother David Williams of Arizona, 2 grandchildren Matthew and Amity Williams and 1 great-granddaughter Julia and devoted family friend Mary Lou Garver. A Masonic Funeral Service will be Friday July 23, 2010 at 6:00 P.M. at the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua, where calling hours will follow from 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M... Full military honors will be accorded at 7:30 P.M. by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard Team and members of American Legion Post No. 193. Bill will be laid to rest with a private family burial at Braceville Cemetery.

 

Isom Murray, age 82 of Brimfield, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at Akron City Hospital.
He was born August 31, 1927, in Noble, Illinois, a son of the late Raymond and Lela Marie (Omsby) Murray. Isom retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber in Akron and was a veteran of the US Army Air Force, serving in WWII. He was a 32nd Degree Member of Rockon Lodge #316 in Kent. Mr. Murray loved fishing, especially fishing for walleye on Lake Erie and also enjoyed hunting.
He is survived by his children: Gordon Murray, Audra Lewis, and David Murray all of Brimfield, Kimberly (Craig) Randolph of NC; grandson: Jason Lewis; sisters: Cleo Braziel of MS, Ida Mitchell of IL, and step-sister: Ada May Riley of IL.
Isom was preceded in death by his beloved wife Dolores Jane (Beougher) Murray, his brother Herman Murray, and his granddaughter Denise Lewis.
Friends will be received Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna. A Masonic Service will begin at 12:00 PM on Saturday, with funeral service to follow. Interment with military honors will be at Restland Cemetery in Brimfield.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
(Wood-Kortright-Borkoski 330-296-6436)

WB Harold Potter is recuperating at home from a bout of pneumonia.  Cards may be sent to WB Potter at this address:

4874 Bean Road, Rome OH  44085

Joseph D. Webster Jr., age 89, formerly of Wright St., Kingsville, died Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at UH-Conneaut Medical Center.

Mr. Webster was born Feb. 12, 1921, in Conneaut, Ohio to Joseph D. Webster Sr. and Elsie (nee: Russell) Webster. Joseph resided most of his life in Kingsville and served in the U.S. Army during WW II.

Joseph was retired after 40 years of service as an electrician with the Pittsburgh and Conneaut Dock Company. He was a member of the Kingsville Presbyterian Church, Orion F & AM Lodge #353 and the Kingsville American Legion.

Joseph enjoyed woodworking, fishing and being outdoors.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Marjorie (nee: Cochran) Webster; daughter, Cheryl (Douglas) Bostaph of West Middlesex; sons, Gary (Mary) Webster of Saybrook and Bruce (Sue) Webster of Painesville; 18 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mabel Whitford, Leona Burdick and Marilyn Webster; and brothers, Leon and Kenneth Webster.

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, June 26th, at THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main St., Conneaut, with the Rev. Bonnie Habbersett, of Kingsville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens where Military Rites will be performed by the Kingsville American Legion Neal Post #743.

Calling Hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 25th, at the Funeral Home, with Masonic Services at 7:30 p.m.

June 21, 2010
Roger L. Shaffer
August 17, 1945 - June 20, 2010
Services: June 25, 2010 01:30 PM

Roger L. Shaffer, 64, of Conneaut, OH, died Sunday morning, June 20, 2010, at the Louis Stokes V.A. Medical Center in Cleveland, OH. He was born August 17, 1945, in Somerset, PA, and was the son of Andrew and Hazel (Enos) Shaffer.

A Conneaut resident for many years, Mr. Shaffer was employed as a car inspector at the Bessemer and Lake Erie Railroad, retiring in 2005. He served with the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam conflict.

He was a member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Ashtabula, was past Worthy Patron of Rose Chapter #22 Order of Eastern Star, was Past Master of Evergreen Lodge #222 F & AM, and was a member of A.A. for over 24 years. He enjoyed camping, watching his nephew Jimmy rebuild street rods and especially, being with his grandkids.

Survivors include his wife Jayne (Dickson) Shaffer whom he married December 6, 1969; his son Jay D. Shaffer of Conneaut, OH; five daughters, Sonya E. (Chris) Cobb of Jefferson, OH, Renee E. (Rodger) Sweeney of Byesville, OH, Jenica E. Shaffer of Conneaut, Shianne E. Shaffer of Conneaut, and Raya E. Shaffer of Byesville, OH; two brothers, Ronald and Barry Shaffer; three sisters, Ellen DeWitt, Ruth Swartz, and JoAnne Danielli; 12 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; and 3 step-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother James Shaffer; and two sisters, Audrey Glessner and Linda Dunn.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 P.M., Friday, June 25, in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH, with military honors.

Friends may call at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, on Thursday from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 PM. Evergreen Lodge will conduct memorial services at 6:30 PM.

For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to World Service for A.A. or to Evergreen Lodge #222 F&AM. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Condolences at www.marcyfuneralhome.com

Annibale Salvatore Perticone father of Sebastiono J. Perticone  Junior Warden Western Reserve Lodge #507  posted 6/17/10

The father of Sebastiono J. Perticone, the Junior Warden of Western Reserve Lodge #507, ( Annibale Salvatore Perticone ) passed away at his home in Long Island N. Y. On 6-17-2010, cards may be sent to Joe at 784 Bristol -Champion Tl. Rd. Bristolville Ohio 44402. 

Brother William McMahon, Junior Deacon Silver Trowel Lodge, is at home after a 14-day stay in the Cleveland Clinic.  He is battling cancer.  Please keep Brother McMahon in your thoughts and prayers.  Cards may be sent to:

William McMahon

308    Durst Drive

Warren, OH  44483

Brother Gilbert Simons, Tyler of Newton Falls Lodge  is recuperating at home after surgery.  Please remember him in your thoughts and prayer.

Cards may be sent to:

10430 Gilbert road

Newton Falls, OH  44444-9206

HOWLAND -Alfred L. Chaney, 81, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 27, 2010, at The Ridge at Shawnee in Lima.

Alfred was born in Warren on March 21, 1929, the son of Frank A. and Matty (Brown) Chaney. He had lived in Newton Falls for 72 years before moving to Howland 9 years ago.

Alfred was a draftsman with Wean Industries for 23 years retiring in 1982. He became a real estate agent for Century 21, where he worked from 1983 to 1999, and owned a Century 21 office in Warren prior to its consolidation.

Alfred married the love of his life, the former Dorothy E. Winger, on Feb. 19, 1954. They were married a wonderful 48 years before her passing on Sept. 2, 2002.

Alfred was a U.S. Army veteran from 1951 to 1952 serving during the Korean War, and continued his service in the Army Reserves until 1956. He was a member of Newton Falls United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Newton Falls Masonic Lodge 462 since 1963, and he was a Newton Falls city councilman for eight years. Alfred loved bowling, golfing and Ohio State football.

Memories of Alfred will be carried on by his two sons, Dr. Michael A. Chaney and his wife, Rae of Pittsburgh, and Dr. Patrick A. Chaney and his wife, Lisa of Lima; and seven grandchildren, Brent, Grant, Blake, Addison, Katilyn, Morgan and Lauren.

Alfred was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dorothy; and two sisters, Mildred Lesniak and Martina Thoney.

The family will receive friends at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., where a Masonic service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Newton Falls United Methodist Church. The Rev. Gordon Ferguson will be officiating the service.

Alfred will be laid to rest next to his wife, Dorothy, at Newton Falls Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, Ohio 44444, 330-872-5440.

CORTLAND - Arlow B. Wilson, 96, formerly of Champion, died peacefully at home Monday, May 24, 2010, surrounded by his loving family.

Arlow was born April 15, 1914, in Columbia City, Ind., the only child of Henry A. and Maude Bowerman Wilson.

When Arlow was 1 year old the family moved to the farm in Champion where Arlow lived most of his life and where he and his wife, Helen, raised their family.

Arlow married Helen Hall Wilson on Oct. 11, 1936, and she preceded him in death on June 28, 2003.

He was a member of Champion Presbyterian Church since 1926, where he served as an elder, trustee, president of the congregation, clerk of the session, Sunday school superintendent, choir member and also served on other various committees.

He was a 66-year member of Cortland Masonic Lodge 529, serving as past master and chaplain, a member of Opal Chapter 181 of Cortland as past patron, and a member of Warren Masonic Chorus. He also served on the Champion School Board for 16 years and was a member of Bristol Grange and Trumbull Farm Bureau Federation. He also was inducted into the Champion Achievement Hall of Fame in 2005.

Arlow was formerly a branch manager and county manager of the Trumbull County Farm Bureau in Cortland until 1965. He was a Nationwide Insurance Agent until his retirement in 1983.

He was a faithful fan of the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland Cavaliers and watched or listened to them through thick and thin. He loved to sing and sang solos for many family and friends weddings.

Arlow is survived by his son, Douglas (Wendy) Wilson of Boardman; and his daughters, Martha Wilson of Springfield, Va., Beverly (William) Wacker of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Holly Wilson and husband, Timothy Hart, of Cortland; his grandchildren, Dawn (Jonathan) Wacker Hicks of Wildwood, Mo., Angela (Brian) Wacker Bryant of Charlotte, N.C., and Ryan D. Wilson of Lake Milton; and six great-grandchildren, Harrison, Hannah, Hailey and Harper Hicks, and William and Abigail Bryant.

Services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Champion Presbyterian Church, where calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday with a Masonic service at 5:30 p.m. and 9 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday.

Burial will be at Champion Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests monetary contributions to Champion Presbyterian Church, 4997 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren, Ohio 44483, or Grace Hospice Care, 7330 Southern Blvd., Youngstown, Ohio 44512.

The Wilson family extends special thanks to Arlow's loving caregivers; Shirley, Sheleane, Melissa, Trisha, Cori, Margaret, Marilyn and Patty and to Mark, Jeff, Pastor Don, and Dory of Grace Hospice Care, and to Cheri of Visiting Physicians.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home Hubbard.

Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home's website at www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences with the family.

Paul A. Jones 1936-2010  Niles McKinley Lodge #794 posted 5/13/10 

MINERAL RIDGE - Paul A. Jones, 73, of Mineral Ridge, died Tuesday morning, May 11, 2010, at his home.

Paul was born June 6, 1936, in Youngstown and was the son of the late George and Irene Price Jones Goist.

Paul had been employed for 21 years in production control at Wean United and most recently had worked for WCI Steel as a foreman in the BOF and maintenance planning department until his retirement in 2007.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Niles.

Paul was a 1954 graduate of Mineral Ridge High School and then joined the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a musician and played in the USAF Glenn Miller 604th Band while stationed at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Ala., and also played in the USAF Far East Command Band while stationed for two years in Tokyo, Japan. He played the bass trombone. The highlight of his service career was being selected to play in the Japan-American Symphony.

Paul was a member of the Niles-McKinley Lodge 794 F&AM, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Youngstown, Niles York Rite Chapter, Council and Commandry, Diamond Club District 2 OES, Opal Chapter 181 OES in Cortland and past patron in 1980 of the Ida McKinley Chapter 229 OES in Niles. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 888.

In his earlier years, he enjoyed fly fishing with the Charles Reagle family in Salmon, Idaho, and hunting at the "Paul Reagle Farm" in Lottsville, Pa. Paul was an avid camper and enjoyed restoring his John Deere antique tractor.

As a lifelong resident, he loved the Mineral Ridge community. Paul served in the Mineral Ridge Volunteer Fire Department as a lieutenant, and was president and trustee of the Fireman's Social Club.

Paul is survived, loved and cherished by his wife of 49 years, the former Marjorie Brown, whom he married Aug. 27, 1960, and his cousin Peggy Timber of Sunny Vale, Calif.

He was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, John E. Goist. He also leaves his beloved pets, Megan, Katie, Penny and Patsy.

Paul was especially close to his friends of 50 years, Matthew and Mary Jane Blair.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Lane Funeral Home-Mineral Ridge Chapel. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. The Masonic Lodge will hold a service at 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Green Haven Cemetery, where military honors will be given for his service to his country by the American Legion Honor Guard.

The family requests that material contributions take the form of donations to the First United Methodist Church, 608 N. Crandon Ave., Niles, Ohio 44446.

Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

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CORTLAND - Robert M. Platt Sr., 85, of Cortland, died Sunday, May 9, 2010, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren.

He was born Nov. 18, 1924, in Warren, the son of Olive R. Montgomery and Harry D. Platt.

A resident of Cortland for the past 45 years, Bob was a 1942 graduate of Leavittsburg High School. After high school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as a radioman on the USS Corry, a destroyer that was sunk on D-Day at Normandy, and later served on the USS Compton in the Pacific Theater.

After his discharge from the Navy, Bob graduated from Youngstown State University with a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctorate degree. In 1954 he was admitted to the Ohio Bar and in 1958, together with the late John F. Gessner, Bob formed the law firm of Gessner & Platt Co., LPA, and continued to practice law for 56 years.

He was a member of the Ohio State and Trumbull County Bar Associations and had been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and served as law director for the City of Cortland for 25 years.

On Sept. 1, 1946, he married Vera Demetruk Krystal at the Second Christian Church of Warren, where he remained a life member.

In addition to the practice of law, which he loved, Bob enjoyed boating, dancing, harness horse racing and flying. He held a private pilot's license. Bob was a member of the United States Power Squadron, the Ohio Harness Racing Association, the Old Erie No. 3 Masonic Lodge of Warren, a co-founder of the Harbor Yacht Club of Ashtabula and a 33-year member of the Cortland American Legion.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Harry D. Platt and Rodger W. Platt.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Vera K. Platt of Cortland; a son, attorney Robert M. Platt Jr. and wife Susan Richards Platt of Cortland; two daughters, Carol L. Frey of Round Rock, Texas, and Kerry S. Elliott and husband Deland Elliott of Cape Coral, Fla.; four grandchildren, Wendy (James) Orsine of Niles, Justin Platt of Cortland, Chelsea (Brian) Atkins of Gainesville, Fla., and Bryan (Kelly) Wilmouth of Villa Platte, La.; seven great-grandchildren; and two special caregivers, Patty Iser and Dottie Humphrey.

A funeral service will be held noon Friday at Baumgardner Funeral Home, 8569 Main St., Kinsman. Entombment will follow at Pineview Memorial Park in Warren. Calling hours will be held 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, with Masonic services at 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Welfare League, 545 Brunstetter Road S.W., Warren, Ohio 44481.

The family would like to extend this thought: ''Time is like a river - you cannot touch the same water twice because the flow that has passed will never pass again.''

Guestbook is available at www.baumgardnerfuneralhomes.com

WARREN - Earl Maxin, 91, entered peacefully into eternal rest at 4:10 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2010, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness.

Earl was born July 24, 1918, in Farrell, Pa., the son of the late Nick and Ann Maxin and had resided in the Warren area for 65 years, moving here from Canton.

He was a graduate of Canton McKinley High School and had been employed as an artist cutter with Packard Electric Corp. for 37 1/2 years. Earl also repaired watches and jewelry at the Maxin Jewelry store for many years and was a member of Resurrection Romanian Orthodox Church and St. Demetrios Hellenic Orthodox Church, both of Warren, and a member of the Old Erie Lodge 3 F & AM, Ali Babba Grotto of Warren. He enjoyed cooking, gardening and fishing in his spare time.

On May 17, 1945, Earl was united into marriage with the former Ann Virca and had enjoyed 65 loving years together. His memories will be remembered and celebrated by his family, wife, Ann; son, Earl N. Maxin and wife, Barbara of Warren; a brother, David Maxin of Louisville, Ohio; grandchildren, Erin Maxin, Shannon Maxin, Brianna Bayus and Craig Sallaz; and great-grandchildren, Khaz Sallaz and Madison Bayus.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Nick Maxin.

Private family services and burial will be observed. There will be no visitation. Burial will be in Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna.

The family requests that material contribution take the form of tributes to Resurrection Romanian Orthodox Church, 1836 North Road N.E., Warren, Ohio 44483, or to St. Demetrios Hellenic Orthodox Church, 429 High St. N.E., Warren, Ohio 44481.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Staton-Borowski Funeral Home, 962 North Road N.E., Warren, 44483, 330-394-6200. Dedicated To Serving Your Loved Ones.

CORTLAND - Lester R. (Bob) Irwin, 81, of Cortland, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 2, 2010, at Lake Vista of Cortland.

Bob was born June 26, 1928, in Warren, the son of Lester M. and Beulah R. Rowley Irwin. Bob had lived in Cortland since 2004, formerly of Newton Falls since 1952.

Bob married the former Helen Louise Clabaugh on Aug. 3, 1952, and they were married for a wonderful 57 years. Bob was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War and earning the Bronze Star. Bob retired in 1989 after 35 years with the Howland School System. During his years with Howland, he served as a teacher, the head librarian, and the assistant principal. He started the first wrestling team in 1955 and started the Howland ski club.

Bob was a life member of the First Congregational Church in Newton Falls where he was a life deacon. He was a member of the Newton Falls Library Board for 25 years, where he was instrumental in getting the new library building. Bob was a member of the Newton Falls Kiwanis, Newton Falls VFW, Newton Falls American Legion Post 236, and Newton Falls Masonic Lodge #462. He also served two terms as a Newton Falls City Councilman and was Mayor of Newton Falls for eight years.

Bob enjoyed snowskiing, waterskiing, boating and camping. His favorite place was the Tetons. He was elected into the Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame, the Howland High School Hall of Fame and the Eastern Ohio Wrestling Hall of Fame. Bob helped his wife, Helen, conduct worship services at Laurie Ann Nursing Home on Sundays since 1989. Bob was a volunteer at Hillside Hospital, but his greatest love was being a doting grandpa.

Memories of Bob will be carried on by his wife, Helen Irwin of Cortland; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Judith Irwin of Columbus; son, Dean Irwin of Reston, Va.; sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Howard Lewis of Spokane, Wash.; brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Alice Irwin of Bella Vista, Ariz.; and four grandchildren, Brittany and Mitchell Irwin-Hirschfeld, Jerica, Lindsay and Audrey Irwin.

Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at James Funeral Home in Newton Falls, where Masonic Services will be held at 3:40 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational Church in Newton Falls, where calling hours will be held one hour prior to service time. Bob will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery.

The family requests that contributions be made to the Newton Falls First Congregational Church, 612 W. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444, or The Hope Center For Cancer, 1745 Niles Cortland Road, Warren, OH 44484.

Arrangements are being entrusted to James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444, 330-872-5440.

Services for Kenneth V. Ball, 65, of Concord Township, will be 11 AM Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. Mr. Ball passed away Friday, April 30, 2010 at his home. Born February 12, 1945 in Cleveland, he was a longtime Eastlake resident before moving to Concord Township 12 years ago. He was a member of Willoughby Lodge 302 Free and Accepted Masons, and attended Willoughby United Methodist Church. He served many years as a part-time volunteer firefighter in Eastlake and was an avid fisherman and enjoyed traveling and motorcycling. He most enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and nine grandchildren. Mr. Ball was the founder of LJ Manufacturing, Inc. in Mentor, which he started in 1988 and is now operated by his son, Michael. Survivors are his wife of 46 years, Darlene J. (Stelter) Ball; children, Connie (John) Kelly of Madison, David (Eleanor) Ball of Las Vegas, Nev., Michael (Jamie) Ball of Lakewood and Kenneth (Alyssa) Ball, also of Las Vegas, Nev.; grandchildren, Nikki, Zachary, Brandon, Ashton, Morgan, Kennedy, Sofia, Olivia and Parker and brothers, Robert Ball of Grove, Okla. and Matthew (Darlene) Ball of Warren, Ohio. His parents, Kenneth and June (Rebel) Ball are deceased. The family will receive friends from 4-9 PM Monday at the funeral home. Brethren of Willoughby Lodge 302 F. & A.M. will conduct Masonic services at 8 PM on Monday. The Rev. Donald R. Perks of Willoughby United Methodist Church will officiate at the service. Final resting place will be in Whitehaven Memorial Park, Mayfield Village.

NILES - Leonard Q. Brewer Sr., 84, passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at St. Joseph Health Center, after a brief illness. Born Sept. 18, 1925, in Knoxville, Tenn., he was a son of the late James Homer and Ida Mae Brewer Brewer

Lennie attended Niles schools and was a veteran of the Merchant Marine and the Army Transportation Corps, serving in the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Upon receiving an honorable discharge from the military, Lennie returned to the Niles area where he began work as an electrical engineer. He was a 60-year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 688, Madison, Ohio. His work took him to many different locations throughout the country. Lennie worked on Unit 1, Three Mile Island, and the Air Force base in Thule, Greenland, the construction of the World Trade Center in the early 1960s, the restoration project of the Statue of Liberty during the mid-1980s and spent four and a half years working on the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center as well as One Police Plaza in New York City - Lennie loved NYC!

He was very active in his community, serving as exalted ruler of the Elks Lodge No. 295, Niles, commander and adjutant of AMVETS Post 106, a 32nd Degree Mason of the Old Erie Lodge No. 3, and was an active member of the Shriners until his death. For over 20 years, Lennie played Santa Claus for several local fire departments to include McDonald and Vienna, as well as for his Masonic and Elks lodges, area skilled nursing facilities, St. Joseph Health Center, other area businesses, and for private parties. In addition to being Santa, Lennie was also a certified Kentucky Colonel. He was an avid reader and movie buff, loved woodworking and tending to his vegetable garden. Most of all, he loved and adored his family and was extremely proud of their accomplishments.

He married Arlene K. Chilton Brewer on April 7, 1946. Together they shared 57 years of marriage before she preceded him in death in December 2003.

Leonard will be dearly missed by his children, Rebecca A. of Brookfield, Conn., and Diane K. of Danbury, Conn., Leonard Q. (Denise) Jr. of Edmond, Okla., Rachele A. (David Westrem) Bosley of Lexington, S.C., and Ralph (Dianne) Nudo of Niles and two grandchildren, Sydney C. and Zachary R. Bosley.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two brothers and two sisters.

Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be held in the Niles City Cemetery, where full military honors will be observed.

The family has suggested that material contributions be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children or to St. Joseph Health Center.

To view this obituary online and send condolences go to roberts clarkchapel.com.

HOWLAND - Iris G. Biery, 75, died at 12:05 a.m. Tuesday, March 9, 2010, at Hospice House in Poland.

She was born Oct. 7, 1934, in Warren, a daughter of the late James Obel Sr. and Margaret G. Christy Holland.

She worked for Carlisle's Department Store.

Iris is survived by her husband, Thomas C. Biery; two daughters, Jacqueline J. "Jackie" Cessna of Canfield and H. Lynette of Okemos, Mich.; one son, Patrick C. Biery of Howland; four granddaughters; four sisters, Delores Showalter of Howland, Lina Reese of Mineral Ridge, Alice Wargo of Ocean Isle, N.C., and Margaret Brink of Uniontown, Ohio, and three brothers, Orbin L. and Ronald L. Holland both of Howland and Chester R. Holland of Philadelphia.

Two brothers preceded her in death.

Arrangements are being handled by Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel in Warren, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, with a memorial service following at 7 p.m.

LIBERTY - Edwin C. Gorsuch, 81, died Sunday, March 7, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Health Center. He was born June 1, 1928, in Youngstown, a son of Reginald and Dorothy Gorsuch. He retired from Packard Electric.

Ed is survived by his wife, Virginia Thomas Gorsuch; three daughters, Kathy Doty of Parma, Patricia Hixon of Cortland and Sally Minnear of West Virginia; two sisters, Wilda Grier and Evelyn Lightbody both of Austintown, and seven grandchildren.

Ed was preceded in death by a daughter Pam and a brother.

Ed was a Past Master of Newton Falls Lodge #462, and the Ancient Accept Scottish Rite, Valley of Youngstown.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Lane Funeral Home Austintown Chapel, 5797 Mahoning Ave, where friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from noon until 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Masonic Funeral service will be held Tuesday, at 7:45pm at the funeral home.

BROTHER WALTER R. ABERNETHY  RISING SUN LODGE #22   posted 3/7/2010

 Services for Walter R. Abernethy, age 86, of Painesville (formerly of Ashtabula), will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Memorial Chapel of First Church Congregational, 22 Liberty St., Painesville.

Mr. Abernethy passed away March 5, 2010, at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby.

Born Nov. 1, 1923, in Ashtabula, Walter was a member of First Church Congregational in Painesville, Rising Sun Masonic Lodge in Ashtabula, Lake Erie Consistory, Valley of Cleveland, Al Koran Shrine of Cleveland and Eagle Shrine Club of Lake and Geauga Counties. He had been treasurer of Mentor V.F.W. 9245. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy.

Mr. Abernethy, a watch engineer, retired from the C.E.I. Plant in Eastlake in 1986 after 40 years.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Bjorson); sons, Thomas of Orlando and Richard (Patty) of Euclid; daughter, Barbara (Richard) Police of Perry; grandchildren, Matthew R. and Amy E. Police and Ryan and Mackenzie Abernethy; and sister, Jean Davis Rowan of Jacksonville, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Mackenzie Hamilton; parents, Thomas and Mary; and stepmother, Katrina.

Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Johnson Funeral Home, 368 Mentor Ave., Painesville (opposite Lake Erie College). The Reverends Kay Grice and Thomas Cofer will officiate.

Memorials may be made to First Church Congregational or Shriners Hospitals for Children, Edgerton Road, Broadview Heights.

Jean Marie Moore, 68, of Tallmadge, passed away on February 18, 2010. She was born June 15, 1941 in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles and Violet Thomas.

She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Frank; daughters, Lorin Somerlot and Stephanie (David) Ripley; sisters, Joan (Robert) Dragonette, Janet Thomas, and Nancy Jamir; brother, Charles (Sue) Thomas; grandchildren, Jacob, Hannah and Dylan.

Jean was an Honorary member of Order of Rainbow Assembly No. 121 in Chardon, Ohio. Jean was employed as a receptionist throughout most of her years. She really enjoyed life, always meeting new people and sharing her love for cosmetics. She will be deeply missed.

Memorial Contribution may be made to The Haven of Rest, 175 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44309. Calling hours will be Monday, 10 to 1 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Dr. John Schluep officiating. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com

 Frank’s home address is:

Frank D Moore

586 Wring Dr
Tallmadge, OH 44278

CHAMPION - William E. Atkin, 93, of Champion, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown.

He was born Sept. 29, 1916, in Braceville, the son of James and Viola Drake Atkin, and lived in Trumbull County all his life.

A graduate of Braceville High School, Mr. Atkin also earned an engineering degree. He worked 46 years as superintendent of Ohio Edison, retiring in 1983.

He was a 50-year member of Old Erie Lodge 3, Free and Accepted Masons and a member of Champion Presbyterian Church, the Champion Rotary Club and the Lions Club. He enjoyed woodworking, golf and tennis.

Surviving are two children, David W. (Lori) Atkin of Canton and Diane (Donald) Cordner of Canfield; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Elizabeth Kraft of Austintown.

Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Veramae (Hendricks) Atkin, whom he married July 1, 1939, and who died Aug. 19, 2001; two sisters, Vera Kraft and Marion Davis; and two brothers, James and Samuel Atkin.

Family services are 5 p.m. Friday at McFarland & Son Funeral Home, with the the Rev. Richard Ferris officiating. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will take place 11 a.m. Saturday at Canfield East Cemetery.

Material contributions may be made to Champion Presbyterian Church, 4997 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren, Ohio 44483.

Arrangements are entrusted to McFarland & Son Funeral Services Co., 271 N. Park Ave., Warren, Ohio 44481. Visit www.mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

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Brethren, please remember WB Roger Shaffer in your thoughts and prayers. WB Shaffer is battling cancer, and is expected to enter hospice care soon.

Roger's home address is :

441 Mill Street

Conneaut, OH  44030

CONNEAUT — James A. Burnham, age 87, of Evergreen St., Conneaut, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at Inn-Conneaut Health Center.

Born Oct. 16, 1922, in Geneva, Ohio, the son of Harley and Florence (Rudler) Burnham. He had been a resident of Conneaut since 1947 and had resided in North Kingsville until that time.

James graduated from North Kingsville High School, class of 1941. He was a Veteran of WW II and was one of two Americans to serve with the 1st Polish Airborne. He worked for the former Nickel Plate Railroad and Norfolk and Western Railroad as a switchman for 23 years.

James was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church of Ashtabula and was a member of the former St. Paul's Episcopal Church of Conneaut, where he served on the Vestry. James was a member of the Evergreen Lodge F & AM #222, American Legion Cowle Post #151 and the Conneaut Lions Club.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margaret (Nicholson) Burnham; daughters, Heather M. Burnham and her husband, Thomas Gwilt of Conneaut, Alison J. Burnham of Ashtabula, Susan A. Merriman of S. Euclid, Ohio and Christine J. (Jeffrey) Nolletti of Wooster, Ohio; son, James W. (Yaowalak) Burnham of Winchester, Calif.; grandchildren, Matthew Burnham, Jason Burnham, Hilary Gwilt, Tyler Merriman, Piyada Burnham, William Burnham, Lexi Nolletti and Brooklyn Nolletti; and great-grandchildren, Jalen Burnham, Trace Burnham and Cameron Burnham.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid hydroplane racer. Jim was a member of the Gulf Hall of Fame, 100 MPH Club and won several racing championships.

Funeral Services will be 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 20th, at THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main St., Conneaut, with Fr. David Evans, Rector of St. Peters Episcopal Church, officiating. Military and Masonic Services will also be performed.  Evergreen Masonic Lodge with conduct a Masonic Service at 3:00pm.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of Services, Saturday, at the Funeral Home. Following cremation, burial of ashes will be held at a later date in Glenwood Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Conneaut Lions Club or Hospice of Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

The family wishes to thank Walter Bartlett and Jim Tobias for their help.

Obituary and condolences at www.thompson-smithfuneralhome.com and starbeacon.com.

Funeral services for Howard William Bachmann, 90, of Madison will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.

Mr. Bachmann died in Madison, Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010.

He was born Jan. 17, 1920, in Flushing, N.Y., the son of Henry and Martha Beyenberg Bachmann.

Howard was a graduate of Port Jefferson High School in Port Jefferson, N.Y., where he excelled in track and cross country. He was a World War II veteran, serving from 1940 to 1946, in the U.S. Navy as a First Class Petty Officer. He was attached to the First Marine Division during the invasion of Guadalcanal, and received an honorable discharge.

Howard was a member of Lakeshore Lodge 307, Free and Accepted Masons, and American Legion Jay Wilson Post 112, both in Madison. He was also a longtime member of Chapel United Methodist Church.

Howard always had time for everyone. He was a loving and caring man, and all those who came in contact with him were made better by his presence.

He is survived by his sons, Ronald (Jeannette) and Steven (Linda) Bachmann; daughter, Priscilla Ann (Adrian) Chisholm; grandchildren, Nancy, David, Connor, Ron, Jr., Lisa, Mary and Sonny; and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Josephine in 2005; his parents; and his sister, Cecelia.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. A Masonic tribute will begin at 7:30 p.m. Military honors will be rendered at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.

RWB Dolan is at home recuperating from throat surgery, and is doing well.  He should be out and about the District soon.  Cards may be sent to:

D. Douglas Dolan
12550 Woodside Drive
Chesterland, OH  44026

WARREN - John M. McGill, 89, of Warren, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010, at Briarfield of the Ridge in Mineral Ridge.

John was born June 17, 1920, in Brookfield, a son of Orland Edward and Mary Virginia Marshall McGill.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy during World War II, Carrier Aircraft Service Unit (CASU-22). He installed and tested various aircraft catapult systems on various class ships of the Navy. So, his family says, he has been slinging it for years!

He worked for Johns Manville in Milwaukee after being discharged from the Navy, then for Williamson Co., retiring in 1975, before becoming involved in sports car racing.

John and Marvin Drucker formed Steel Cities International Raceway, which later became Nelson Ledges Road Course. He held the title of general manager from 1962 to 2004. Among the many awards he had, in 1970, along with Grover Griggs, he was awarded for the innovation of the tire wall, which is now used at many race tracks around the world.

Although he could be a bit of a curmudgeon, he had a heart of gold. He would "take in strays," so to speak, earning the nickname Father John's Home for Wayward Boys. John would take anyone who was out of work or needed a place to stay under his wing.

He was a 50-year member of  Unity Masonic Lodge #12 Ravenna and a member of the Loyal Order of Moose.

He is survived by his daughters, Linda (Ken) Heller of Denver and Kerrie (Bryan) Bartzi of Warren; sons, Darryl B. (Joyce) Lane of Warren, Kevin Lane of New York City and Jon Scott (Holly) Lane of Cortland; and four grandchildren, Kacee Heller, Jacob Lane, Steven Lane and Abbey Lane. He also leaves a brother, Roy McGill of Kinsman.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Mavis "Pat" Lauchin, and his second wife, Martha G. Kyle Lane, whom he married in 1975; and his brothers, Joseph, Ed, Frank and Charlie.

There will be services at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home. There will be calling hours from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home, 407 W. Liberty St., Hubbard, Ohio 44425.

Burial will be at Hillside Cemetery in Cortland.

Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home's Web site at www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences with the family.

SEBRING - Richard R. McCleary, 84, formerly of Warren, died Saturday, Jan., 23, 2010, at Crandall Medical Center, Copeland Oaks Retirement Community.

He was born Aug. 4, 1925, in Monongahela, Pa.

He served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Trenton during World War II. He was employed as a pipe fitter at Republic Steel Corp. for 39 years retiring in 1987. He was a licensed plumber in the Warren area.

Mr. McCleary was Past Worshipful Master of Old Eire Lodge 3, F&AM, and Past Worthy Patron of Morning Light Chapter 80, order of the Eastern Star, a York Rite Mason, as well as an avid member of the Western Reserve High School Booster Club and Rainbow Lanes Bowling Leagues

He is survived by his wife, Carol Ann (Carson) McCleary, whom he married July 28, 1946; sons, William E. (Teresa) of Warren and Byron R. (Anne) of Coudersport, Pa.; a daughter, Gayle Cassidy of Niles; grandchildren, Renee, Michael, Brenna, Kristian and Mary; and great-grandchildren, Zachary, Caitlin, Brian, Scott, Jack and Molly.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Wm Henry who was killed in World War II on the USS Ingraham; mother Florence (Webb) McCleary and his son-in- law Kip Cassidy.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Friends may call at the McFarland & Son Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until time of service. Old Erie Lodge will conduct services at 10:45 a.m. and full military honors presentation will follow.

Material contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481, or the Erie Shiners Pediatric Hospital, 1645 W. 8th St. Erie, Pa. 16505, or donate online at shrinershq.org/Hospitals/Erie.

Arrangements are entrusted to the McFarland & Son Funeral Services Co., 271 N. Park Ave., Warren, OH 44481.

Please visit mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

WARREN - William A. Paxson, 94, of Warren, passed away and is now reunited with his beloved wife on Saturday morning, Jan. 23, 2010, in Shepherd of the Valley Nursing Home in Howland, where he was a resident. Born Feb. 17, 1915, in Salem, he was the son of the late William Glen and Anna Racheal Griffith Paxson. William was a graduate of Berlin Center High School.

He worked for Republic Steel as a scarfer for 11 years before beginning a career in security at Packard Electric. Bill retired in 1974 from Packard Electric after 27 years with the company.

A 50-plus-year member of the Lordstown Lutheran Church, Bill was also member of the Allen Masonic Lodge 276 in Columbiana, past master of the Charity Masonic Lodge 530 in Palmyra, and a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason with the Valley of Youngstown.

He enjoyed fishing, camping, boating and music. Bill especially enjoyed traveling to Florida, where he spent winters and also to his cottage in Canada. Most of all, he was a devoted and loving family man.

Together with his son, Bill has written a memoir of his life entitled "The Pleasure of His Company" and has left a legacy for his family to cherish.

He married Clara Marie Shively Paxson on July 25, 1935. Bill and Marie shared 71 happy years of marriage before she preceded him in death in December of 2006.

He will be dearly missed by his children, William D. (Linda) Paxson of Southington, Ted M. (Sarah) Paxson of Lordstown and Mitchell M. (Barbara) Paxson of Warren; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a son, Thomas A. Paxso; brothers, Wilber and Richard Paxson; and two sisters, Viva Neilson and Mildred Buffalow.

Family and friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel with a Masonic service to follow at 7 p.m., and Wednesday morning from 10 until 10:30 a.m. at the Lordstown Lutheran Church. The Rev. Steven Ritter will conduct a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

Burial will take place in the Green Haven Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, material contributions may be made in Bill's memory to the Lordstown Lutheran Church at 5615 Palmyra Road S.W., Warren, Ohio 44481, or to Hospice of the Valley at 5000 E. Market St., Warren, Ohio 44484.

YOUNGSTOWN - Wallace M. Meikle, DDS, 87, passed away Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Health Center. Dr. Meikle was born July 30, 1922, in Latimer, Ohio, a son of Wallace A. and Anna McLean Meikle.  A graduate of Vernon High School, he also graduated from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1945. While at OSU, he became a member of Delta Sigma Delta, a dental fraternity, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society.

Following graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Naval Reserve as a captain until his retirement from the service in 1975.

Dr. Meikle had a family dental practice in downtown Youngstown for 40 years. He served as president of the Corydon Palmer Dental Society from 1964 to 1965. Active in his community, Dr. Meikle was a member of the Austintown Optimist Club, The Ohio State Alumni Association, the Jerusalem Lodge 19 F. and A.M. in Hartford, the Youngstown Maenerchor and Saxon Clubs, the F.R.A. and the Retired Officers Association. He was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He had served on its board of trustees, the P.P.R. Committee, the Mar-Sing Class and Yo-Mar-Co, and he was an usher.

He enjoyed going out to the old family farm, gardening, bowling, playing bridge and following OSU and YSU football.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margaret Cate Mount Meikle; two daughters, Dr. Sue (Mark) Skidmore of Phoenix and Martha (Tom) Torsney of The Woodlands, Texas; a son, Dr. W. Bruce (Jill) Meikle of Apple Valley, Calif.; an American Field Service daughter, Toyoko Sakamaki of Elgin, Ill.; six grandchildren, Jason Willis, Jessica Deugan, Meredith Cook, Colleen Torsney, and Ashley and Kolby Skidmore; one great-grandson, Cole T. Cook; a brother, Dr. Wendell (Arlene) Meikle of Austin, Texas; two nephews, Dr. Jeffrey and Dr. David Meikle, and very dear friends, Randall and Cheryl Emrich.

A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 W. Front St., Youngs-town, at 11 a.m. Saturday. Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions may be made in his name to The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, 660 Ackerman Road, Columbus, OH 43210; the Youngstown State University Foundation, 606 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502; or to Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 W. Front St., Youngstown, OH 44503.

Arrangements are by Galloway-Onstott Funeral Home, Hartford.

LEAVITTSBURG - Joseph M. DePaola, 96, of Leavittsburg, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at Washington Square Nursing Center.  Joseph was born April 5, 1913, in Cleveland, the son of Vincent DePaola and Christina Fiorelli DePaola. A graduate of Bristolville High School, Joseph attended Ohio State University. Joseph was employed for 35 years as a Steelworker for Copperweld Steel, retiring in 1972.

Joseph was a member of the Carol F. Clapp Masonic Lodge #655. In his free time, Joseph enjoyed fishing, all sports, camping and traveling. He also built and remodeled houses for many years.  He married Gladys E. DePaola June 28, 1939. Gladys passed away April 27, 1996.

He leaves to cherish his memory, a son Vincent L. (Pat) DePaola of Louisville, Ky.; a daughter, Marylin (Pete) Runtas of Leavittsburg; 13 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. Preceding Joseph in death include his wife; his parents; a stepson, Stanley Hettinger, whom he raised; a brother, Michael DePaola; and two sisters, Marie and Phyllis DePaola.

Calling hours will be 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday with the funeral service to be at noon at Crown Hill Burial Park Chapel in Vienna.

Entombment will take place at Crown Hill Burial Park.

Services were entrusted to Selby-Simpson Funeral Home.

This obituary may be viewed online at selbysimpsonfuneralhome.com

SAN DIEGO - Jess W. Roberts, 86, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at San Diego Hospice.  He was born March 10, 1923, in Iaeger, W.Va., the son of Rachel A. and Mander Roberts.  Mr. Roberts was a 1941 graduate of Iaeger High School.  He joined the U.S. Navy and served during World War II.

On March 2, 1946, Mr. Roberts married Mary M. Workman. She died on April 3, 1984.  He owned and operated Roberts Realty of Bristolville. Mr. Roberts was the custodian for Maplewood High School for more than 18 years, retiring in 1986.

He attended Greene Nazarene Church and was a member of St. Dunstan Episcopal church of San Diego.  Mr. Roberts was a charter member of the Greene Volunteer Fire Department, where he was their first president.  He formerly was the leader of Boy Scout Troop 75 of Greene and coached Little League for many years. He was member of the Gustavus F&AM Lodge 442, where he was past master, and past worthy patron of the former Kinsman Order of Eastern Star. He was also a member of the Cortland Moose Lodge 1012, the Elks Lodge 1812 of San Diego, Al Bahr Temple of Shriners of San Diego, American Legion Post 282 and VFW Post 3787, both of San Diego.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary; a grandson, Christopher Roberts; an infant sister, Ruby Roberts; a sister, Blanche Roberts; and a brother, Freddie Roberts.

Survivors include two daughters, Linda D. (William) Daugherty of Cortland and Jodi L. Roberts of San Diego; three sons, Robert E. Roberts of Toronto, Ohio, James W. (Marilyn) Roberts of Sagamore Hills and Ronnie J. (Shelly) Roberts of Cortland; four sisters, Betty Robertson of Bedford Heights, Gloria (William) Lantzer and Bernice Crowder, both of San Diego, and Barbara (Bob) Roberts of Ocala, Fla.; two brothers, James Roberts of Bedford and George (Shirle) Roberts of Lakeview, N.Y.; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Baumgardner Funeral Home, 8569 Main St., Kinsman, with the Rev. Donna L. Maree officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Greene.

Calling hours will be held 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Masonic services will be held at 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

John S. Kuncz   Tuscan Lodge #342     posted 1/7/10
 

ASHTABULA — John S. Kuncz, age 82, St. Rt. 46 North, Jefferson, died unexpectedly Saturday evening, Jan. 2, 2010, at the Ashtabula Co. Medical Center.  He was born Nov. 2, 1927, in Cleveland, the son of the late Frank and Mary (Franyo) Kuncz Sr. and has lived in Lenox Township and Jefferson all of his life. He was a Veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theater and the American Theater. Mr. Kuncz married Doris L. Speaker on August 22, 1953, in Jefferson. He retired from Reliance Electric in 1990 after 25 years of service. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Tuscan Lodge #342, F. & A. M., 32nd Degree Scottish Rite, Valley of Cleveland, El Kadir Grotto and Reliance Retiree Club. He enjoyed playing baseball, bowling, hunting, fishing, square dancing and was a Cleveland Browns fan.

Survivors include his wife, Doris; a daughter, Diana L. Rice of Jefferson; two grandsons, Joshua D. (Becky) Rice of Plymouth Township and Jacob M. (Heather Harper) Rice of Jefferson; two great-grandchildren, Rachel and John Rice; a brother, Frank (Dee) Kuncz Jr. of Largo, Fla.; three sisters, Rosemary Hansen of Northridge, Calif., Louise Russell of Largo, Fla. and Theresa Mack of Buford, Ga.

Memorial Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, January 9th, at the First Baptist Church, 85 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Jerry Bentley, of the church, officiating.

Calling Hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 8th, at the Jefferson Home of FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson. Tuscan Lodge #342, F. & A. M. will conduct Masonic Services at 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions are requested to the Jefferson Emergency Rescue District, P. O. Box 294, Jefferson, Ohio 44047 or the First Baptist Church at the above address.

Obituary and condolences at fleming-billman.com and starbeacon.com

Richard J. Jones    Newton Falls Lodge #462   posted 1/7/10

NEWTON FALLS - Richard J. "Jonesy" Jones, 77, of Newton Falls, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at his residence. Richard was born May 24, 1932, in Cleveland, the son of James T. and Anne Mracko Jones. He had lived in Newton Falls since 1950, and was formerly of Franklin, Pa. Richard married the former Marilyn J. Yost on May 2, 1990, and they had been married 19 years. Richard retired in 1994 after 44 years as an iron worker at W.B. Gibson in Warren. Richard was a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Korean War, a member of the Newton Falls Masonic Lodge, member and Trustee of the Newton Falls AMVETS, member of the Newton Falls American Legion and a former member of the Army & Navy. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and enjoyed golfing and yardwork. Richard loved his grandchildren and his dog, Kelly. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Jones of Newton Falls; daughter, Melissa and Jeff Cariglio of Newton Falls; sons, James Jones of Bakersfield, Calif., and Richard and Stephanie Jones of New Castle, Pa.; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Alberta Peters. Calling hours will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at James Funeral Home. Masonic services will be held at 8 p.m. with a memorial service following. The Newton Falls veterans organization will be performing full military services following the memorial service. The Rev. Calvin Mason will officiate.

Cremation has already taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, Ohio 44444. 330-872-5440 

 

Donald K. Boyee  William Farr Lodge #672  posted 1/5/10

Donald K. Boyee, 99, of Girard departed this life on Jan. 4, 2010. He was born at home in Henry County, Ohio January 11, 1990. He was the oldest son of Christian and Hettie (Shumaker) Boyee. As a small boy he witnessed the Great Flood of 1913. Don learned to play the harmonica while bringing in the cows on the family farm. He bought his first car, a model A Ford, at age 14 to drive to High School in Defiance. One of his first jobs was hand-drilling holes for an electrician. Don attended colleges in 3 states. He earned his BA in Ed. at Youngstown College in 1935; his Masters in Ed. at the University of Pittsburgh in 1949. Mid-career Don enlisted in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He served in the US, England, France, and Germany from age 32 to 36. He achieved the rank of Captain. He married Eileen Brown June 6, 1948. They raised four children. Don enjoyed all of his teaching experiences, but his greatest love was Maple Ave. School with GHS a close second. His family was raised on stories of baseball, football, and volleyball contests against the other grade schools. As GHS principal, Don established and supervised dances after home football games. This was for fun and to keep the students from being too rowdy in town. He seemed to have an innate sense of students' character and what they needed to be helped in life. Upon retiring from 40 years in education at age 61, Don sold cars for the next ten years. Through the decades well into his 90's, Don remained quite active. He was a skilled woodworker and well known in the neighborhood for giving handmade toys to the children. He also sold at craft fairs. He taught classes for his daughter and granddaughter when he was 89. Don mowed his own lawn to age 95. He enjoyed golfing and playing pool with some buddies to age 98. Don taught and/or was principal in Mineral Ridge from 1931 – 1934, Negley from 1934 – 1936, Maple Ave. from 1936-1942 and 1946 – 1955, GHS from 1955 – 1971. Don was a member of Phi Delta Kappa, William FarrMasonic Lodge #672, Kiwanis Club, Girard Public Library Board, Boy Scout Counselor, Girard First United Methodist Church, taught Sunday School and composed a hymn. During his life Don acquired expertise in many areas. His talents included art, painting, poetry, car mechanics, electrical, woodworking, home improvements, innovations, and upholstery. He had worked on telephone poles, built a house, single-handedly put on a slate roof, worked in the steel mills, and had run the summer school programs. He made furniture, clocks, doll houses, and too many items to mention. He loved: to dance to the sounds of the Big Bands, cars, Lawrence Welk, a good joke, to watch kids have fun, to recite a funny riddle, and continued to entertain all with the harmonica. Don and Eileen tried their best to instill character, values, and integrity in their children. They led by example. Don liked people of all ages and enjoyed doing what made others happy. He often said, "I want to do what you want to do." He is remembered by friends even into his last years as an intelligent, kind, soft-spoken gentlemen with a warm smile. Don is survived by his sister Mildred Austermiller of Ayersville; his children: Donald M. (Darlene) of Woodstock, GA., William F. (Phyllis) of Vandalia, Mary K. of McDonald, Janice E. (Dan) Stevens of Girard; his grand children Katie Boyee, Jennifer and Steven Boyee, Andrew & Erin Stevens, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Eileen, in 2007, and his brother Clifton. Heartfelt gratitude to Alice Stoudt, the caregivers from Home Instead; Maryann Campolito, Lauri Loibl, Patty Stellmar, Barb Ullom; the entire staff at Victoria House, Director Danielle Russo and Ad. Asst. Carol Lucurell. The above were invaluable in making Don's final years so very comfortable; filled with such joy, contentment, and safety. Any monetary donations may be given to "Great Beginnings" at the First United Methodist Church in Girard, where Don's donated toys are still used by the kids, or to the church itself. Services will be held on Friday at 11:00am at Girard First United Methodist Church where visitation will be held on Thursday at Blackstone Funeral Home from 4-7.  William Farr Lodge #672 will hold a Masonic Funeral Service at 7:00pm.  Interment will be at Girard City Cemetery. View this obit at www.blackstonesfh.com

Michael Lee Watson, 63, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Regency Hospital in Ravenna. He was born September 16, 1946 in Parkersburg, WV to James G. and Betty J. (Parsons) Watson. He was a veteran of the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was employed for 30 years with Kent State University - Campus Bus Service, starting as a student driver and retiring as Fleet Maintenance Director. He also served 30 years with the Portage County Sheriffs Office starting as a Special Deputy and finishing as the Jail Administrator. He was a member of the Ravenna Masonic Lodge; the VFW; the National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network and the Blue Knights Motorcycle group. He had been active in the Boy Scouts of America with Troop 555. He is survived by his wife, Debra (Socha), whom he married on February 14, 1978; sons, Chris (Laura) Watson of Simpsonville, SC and Ian (Danielle Sylak) Watson of Ravenna; daughter, Cindy (Joe) Reagan of Strayhorn, MS; grandchildren, Sarah, Steve, Clay, Lisa; father, James (Mabel) Watson of Brooksville, Florida; sister in law, Laurie Decker of Jensen Beach, FL; nephews, Scott (Kara) Decker and Adam (Tina) Decker; nieces, Kristen (Scott) Fromm and Alyssa (Jason) Broff. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty J. Watson; and brother, James Watson Jr.. Memorial services will be held 5:00 PM Monday, December 28th at the Ravenna Masonic Temple. The family will receive friends from 3-5 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ravenna Masonic Temple, 4785 Washington Avenue, Ravenna OH 44266. Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory are handling the arrangements. (RC 12-27-09)

Daniel Hallock 1922-2009     Charity Lodge #530  posted 12/19/09

PALMYRA - Joseph Daniel Hallock, 87, of Palmyra, died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at his residence. He was born June 8, 1922, in Atwater, the son of Earl Sherman and Gladys Marie Kump Hallock. Joseph worked as a post master for the Diamond Post Office. He was a member of the U.S. Army, serving in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. He was a member of the Newton Falls United Methodist Church. Survivors include his daughter, Constance Reed of Diamond; his son, Daniel Hallock of Rootstown; his brother, David Hallock of Newton Falls; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence J. Fetty; son, Benjamin Hallock; and two brothers. Eastern Star Services will be held at noon Saturday, followed by Masonic services and the funeral services, at the James Funeral Home, where friends may call one hour prior to service time.

Burial will be in the Palmyra West Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by James Funeral Home, Newton Falls.

MINERAL RIDGE - Richard Anthony Dando, 77, 1461 Payne St., died 1:42 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at Forum Health Northside Medical Center following a short illness.

He was born Dec. 3, 1932, in Ellwood City, Pa., a son of Antonio and Julia Rocco Dando and came to this area many years ago.

Richard was a graduate of Niles McKinley High School, and attended the Police Academy and the New Castle School of Trades. He was also an honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Navy and Air Force with service time in Korea and Japan. Richard was employed over the years at the Allied Metals Co. and city of Niles Police Department. He also was security guard at the General Motors Lordstown Fabricating Plant, reserve police officer for Weathersfield and was a driver for the Sptizer Motor Co.

He was an active member of Lordstown Christian Church, where he served as chairman of the board, elder and deacon. He was a Weathersfield Township precinct committeeman, member and past grand master of the Niles Masonic Lodge, and was active in the Weathersfield DARE program for drug awareness, with talks in the school system.

Richard is survived by his wife, the former Nancy Davis, whom he married Sept. 27, 1952; and two daughters and a son, Pamela Dando at home, and Rick (Terri) Dando and Tina (John) Breese, both of Mineral Ridge. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Hailey Dando and Mia Breese, and one great-grandson, Jeremy Kibler. He also leaves two brothers and four sisters, Rosemary (Roger) Bartscher of Liberty, Frank (Verna Ann) Dando of Girard, Rita Brown of California, Judy Martin of Niles, Michael (Rosanne) Dando of Newton Falls and Debbie (Joseph) Barber of Niles.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Bernard M. Oakes officiating. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Private burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.

Material contributions may be made to Lordstown Christian Church.

To send condolences, visit holetonyuhasz.com.

VIENNA - Evelyn Mercer Hurlbert, 67, died at her home in Vienna on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009.

She was born May 24, 1942, in Moundsville, W.Va., a daughter of Evelyn Irene Bostic and Burl C. Mercer.

A longtime Kinsman resident, Mrs. Hurlbert was a resident of Vienna for the past eight years.

She was a member of the former Kinsman Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star for more than 40 years, and was the past matron and was holder of the Grand Cross of Color. Mrs. Hurlbert was also active with the former Kinsman Rainbow Girls where she served as Mother Advisor for nine years.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sewing and making crafts.

Mrs. Hurlbert is preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Loretta Eckart; and two brothers, Jack and Burl Mercer.

Survivors include two daughters, DeeDee L. (Joe) White of Deerfield and Amy L. (Gary) Knight of Hartford; two sons, H. Mark (Crychelle) Hurlbert of Liberty, and Allen Hurlbert of Vienna; a sister, Diana (Ernest) Eckart of Hartford; four brothers, Daniel (Kathy) Mercer and Alfred (Marilyn) Mercer, both of Edgerton, Russell Mercer of Lorraine and Charles (Margaret) Mercer of Kinsman; eight grandchildren, Jessica, Chad, Kyle, Shayna, Nathaniel, Isaiah, Crystal and Markie; and three great-grandchildren, Oliver, Garrett and Gavin.

Calling hours will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Baumgardner Funeral Home, 8569 Main St., Kinsman.

Private burial will follow in Hayes Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Gustavus Masonic Lodge, P.O. Box 411, Kinsman, Ohio, 44428. Guestbook available at www.baum-gardnerfuneralhomes.com

WINDHAM - Gerald ''Jerry'' E. Cranston, 84, of Windham, passed away Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at Renaissance North Health Care Center, Warren.

He was born April 6, 1925, in East Liverpool, and served in the Marine Corps.

He was a deputy sheriff and then became a boiler operator at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren.

Jerry was a member of the Garrettsville Masons and Dustman's Deputies. He was a country music fan and enjoyed meeting his buddies for breakfast at T & J's. He cherished spending time with his beloved family and friends.

He is survived by a son, Larry (Janet) Bender of Warren; daughter, Mary Beth (Gary Vogus) Cranston-Owens of Windham; brother, Floyd Cranston of East Liverpool; sisters, Janice (John) Trainer and Gladys (Bill) Stoddard, both of East Liverpool; grandchildren, Craig Bender and Jeff Bender, both of Ravenna, Brad Bender of Poland, Kimberly Gates and Jeff Owens, both of Windham; and great-grandchildren, Katie Bender, Lauren Bender, Lissa Gates, Jaelyn Gates, Tyler Gates, Ethan Gates and Casey Owens.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Florence Haught Cranston; wife, Ruby McCartney; and brothers, Warren and Wayne Cranston.

Calling hours are 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, 44231. Masonic services will be 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Fred Bell officiating. Burial will follow at Columbiana Memorial Park, East Liverpool.

www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com

Graveside services for Danny G. Robinson, 55, of Concord Township, will be on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Mr. Robinson died Thursday, Nov. 19 in Cleveland. He was born June 22, 1954 in Lacky, Kentucky, the son of Melvin and Anita Moore Robinson. He was a member of George A. Holly Lodge #745, Free and Accepted Masons in Painesville, and a 32° Mason in the Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland. Danny was known for his humor and gift of gab. His happy-go-lucky life and his ability to turn any stranger into a friend won him admiration from those who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Dawn; their son, Donovan; his mother; brothers, Kenneth (Charlene) and David; sisters, Theresa Gabor and Marcie Shields; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Friends may call at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave, Willoughby, on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. with a Masonic tribute at 4:30 p.m. There will also be calling hours on Monday from 5-8 p.m.

Carol Krekus is at home recuperating from recent surgery.  She's getting stronger each day and thanks the many who have sent her cards and emails.  Please remember Carol in your thoughts and prayers.   

Cards may be sent to:

Carol Krekus   648 Fairfield Lane   Aurora, OH 44202

Robert W. Kotab        Hartsgrove Lodge #397  posted 11/7/09
Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Star Beacon
ROAMING SHORES — Robert W. Kotab, age 79, of Roaming Shores, Ohio, died on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at his home. Robert was a member of Hartsgrove Lodge #397. He is survived by Mary Kotab, his wife of 60 years; sons, Keith of Ravenna and Bruce (Diane) of Zanesville, Ohio; daughter, Kathy (Chuck) Catanese of Medina; grandchildren, Matthew (Millissa), Brett, Colin, Kelly, Staci (Brian), Kim and Jan; sister, Lorraine Helert; and brother, Wayne Kotab. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Marian (née: Maous).

Memorial Service is Tuesday, Dec. 1st, at 7 p.m. at the BURR FUNERAL HOME, 116 South St. (on Route 44, 500’ south of Route 6/Chardon Square), Chardon, Ohio.

Charles William "Bill" Franks    Unity Lodge #12  posted 11/7/09

Charles William Bill Franks, age 89 of Ravenna, passed away Friday, November 06, 2009, at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born December 21, 1919, in Muskegon, Michigan, a son of the late Chauncey and Fairy (Royce) Franks. Bill was a licensed funeral director and embalmer in the State of Ohio since 1941. He also worked for the Ravenna Lumber and Coal Company for 19 years and was a letter carrier for the US Post Office for 10 years. Bill was also active in C.H. Franks and Son, a traffic light installation company servicing northeast Ohio. He was a decorated veteran of the US Army during WWII. Bill was a member of the First United Church of Ravenna for over 60 years. He also was an active Freemason, belonging to Unity Lodge #12 F.&A.M. of Ravenna, Tyrian Chapter #91, Royal Arch Masons of Ravenna, Akron Council #80, Royal and Select Masons, Akron Commandery #25, Knight Templar, Tadmor Temple Shrine of Akron, YUSEF Khan Grotto of Akron. He served as Past Patron for Ravenna Chapter #46 OES and was a current member of Palmy Chapter #114. Bill was also an active member of Ravenna Grange #32, the Ohio State Grange, and belonged to the National Grange. Survivors include his wife of 68 years Dorothy Lenore (Luikart) Franks; daughter: Shirley (Michael) Johnson of Edinburg; grandchildren: Judy (Steve) Duty of Sharron, PA, Debbie (Phil) Farmer of Columbia, SC, Susan Kay (Larry) Wyatt of Altadena, CA; great- grandchildren: Charles and Samantha Duty, Kelly and Alan Farmer, and Elizabeth Wyatt. Friends will be received Sunday from 1-3 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna. Masonic and Eastern Star services will begin at 3:00 PM Sunday. Funeral services will be officiated by Pastor Scott Purdum on Monday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio State Grange Camp Fund or the First United Methodist Church of Ravenna. Please share your memories at www.mem.com. (Wood-Kortright-Borkoski 330-296-6436 RC 11-07, 08-2009)

Sue Dobmeier, wife of WB Howard Dobmeier   Evergreen #222  posted 11/6/09

Sue Dobmeier, wife of WB Howard Dobmeier, MEPGHP, dual member of Evergreen Lodge 222, is returning to UPMC in Pittsburgh.  Last year she had a sudden occurrence of cancer in the right arm, which damaged her muscle and bones, causing rods to be inserted to preserve the strength.  She received therapy and all was thought to be well.  Last week it was determined that most of her remaining muscle and tissue has dissolved and the rods were preventing multiple breaks in her arm.  The diagnosis will not be completed until next week.

Cards can be sent to

Sue Dobmeier,

940 Arbuckle Rd

Erie, PA 16509

Private services will be held for Sarah Ellen Crecraft, age 83, of Concord Township, who died Oct. 13, 2009, at her home.

She was born Jan. 3, 1926, in Canandaigua, N.Y. to the late William and Jenny Ann (Bitner) Kennelly and had lived in Meadville, Pa., before moving to Concord Township in 1954.

Mrs. Crecraft worked as a machine operator at Grantham Industries in Fairport Harbor.

Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Lawrence Crecraft; sons, Paul (Jane) of Tennessee, Donald of Painesville, William (Diane) of Concord Township, and Robert of Texas; daughter, Sarah (Randy) Mendel of Mayfield Heights; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Kinley of Pennsylvania.

She was preceded in death by two sisters; and a brother.

Burial will be in Concord Township Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.

Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home in Painesville.

Richard P. Sands, 81 years of age of Windham, Ohio, passed away Monday October 12, 2009 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna, Ohio.  Mr. Sands was born March 16, 1928 in Barberton, Ohio the son of the late Willis F. and Helen (Parker) Sands.  A graduate of Windham High School, Dick was a supportive member of his community that included being one of the early founders of the Windham Hot Stove Baseball Teams, a Windham Village Council member and a member of the Windham United Methodist Church.  Dick was employed by the State of Ohio Department of Transportation, retiring in 1982.  He then worked for O.R.Colan of Charlotte, N.C. for 15 years.  He was a U.S. Army veteran.  An avid sports fan, he enjoyed watching the Indians and Browns, and loved watching his grandsons Richard and James in sports.  Dick was a 57 year member of Ravenna Elks Lodge No. 1076.  Dick was well known for his involvement with Freemasonry, that included being a member of Garrettsville Lodge No. 0246 F. & A.M. for 50 years, Sliver Creek Chapter No. 144 for 50 years, Warren Council No. 58, Warren Commandery No. 039, Eastland Commandery No. 42, Colorado, Trowel-Lers No.137 Allied Masonic Degrees, KYCH-Ohio Priory No. 18, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Canton, A Knight of the Red Branch of Eri, The Order of the Silver Trowel, Cleveland York Rite College No. 13 and was a member of Crescent Chapter No. 7 O.E.S.  On March 19, 1955, Dick married Louise (Spencer) Sands who survives at their residence.  Also surviving are his sons Richard S. (Edita) Sands of Windham and David F. (Teresa) Sands of New York; grandsons Richard N. of Louisville, Kentucky and James A.T. attending OSU-Columbus, Ohio; brothers Willis F. (Doris) Sands of Fairlawn and Tom D. (Maryann) Sands of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; mother-in-law Adeline Spencer of Windham and sister-in-law Norma Sands of Rootstown.  Many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews also survive.  Dick was preceded in death by his brother J.Rodger Sands.  Visitation will be Saturday October 17, 2009 at the Windham United Methodist Church beginning at 12:00 Noon, with Masonic Services to take place at 1:00 P.M. at the church.  A Celebration of Life Service will follow the Masonic Service at the church with Pastor Jim Jensen officiating.  Family and friends are then invited to join at the Brick Chapel for a time of fellowship.  Final resting place for Dick will be at Windham Township Cemetery where a private family burial will be held.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested in his name to either the Windham EMTS or the Windham United Methodist Church.  His obituary may be viewed online at www.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements are by the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua.

HOWLAND - Thomas J. Hofstetter, 81, died at 6:45 am Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital.

He was born Dec. 28, 1927, in Cleveland, a son of Joseph William and Jeannette May Halliday Hofstetter.

Tom served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked for General Motors as an electrician for 25 years, retiring in 1980. After retirement, Tom ran a patient shuttle for Dr. Lazor and served as township park superintendent for Howland Township. He was one of the founding members of the Howland Defense League.

Tom attended Delightful Evangelical Congregational Church in Southington. He was past commander, past adjutant and life member of the American Legion Post 700 in Howland, where he had been active with the honor guard and was currently serving on the executive committee; was past commander of the Trumbull County American Legion Council; served as correspondent of La Societe Trumbull Voiture Local No. 1182 of the 40/8; was a founding member of the Andover VFW Randolph Ramsey Post; was a member of Carroll F. Clapp Lodge No. 655 F&AM and had been a member of the masonic chorus; had been active as an advisor with the Order of DeMolay and was a 32nd degree Mason with the Scottish Rite Valley of Youngstown. Tom was very active in the community with several civic organizations and held several offices within the veterans organizations he belonged to.

His wife of 55 years, Evelyn Mae Arnold Hofstetter, whom he married April 11, 1953, preceded him in death in May 2008. Two brothers, Robert and Charles Hofstetter also preceded him in death.

He is survived by three sons, Thomas J. (Wendy) Hofstetter II of Noblesville, Ind., and Jerald W. "Jerry" (Lorie) and Dennis A. Hofstetter both of Howland; one daughter, Linda Price of Kimball, Neb.; 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled by Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel in Warren, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Carroll F. Clapp Lodge masonic services will be at 4:45 p.m. Thursday. The funeral service will be 12:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with his grandson, A. J. Hofstetter, officiating. Burial will be at Howland Township Cemetery, where military honors will be held.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Trumbull Memorial Hospital for the excellent care their dad received and request memorial contributions to the TMH Foundation, 1350 E. Market St., Warren 44482.

Burnell "Dutch" Griffith  Rockton Lodge #316      posted 10/8/09  

 Burnell “Dutch” Griffith, age 91 of Kent, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2009.
He was born August 11, 1918, in Charlestown, Ohio, a son of the late Charles and Alice (Richards) Griffith. Dutch began working for the B&O Railroad and later retired from CSX Railroad after 41 years as an equipment repairman. He was a member of the Kent United Methodist Church and served in the US Army Air Force during WWII in the Pacific Theater earning a Bronze Star medal. Dutch was an active 60 year member of Freemasonry. He belonged to Rockton Lodge #316 in Kent, Kent Chapter #192, 32nd Degree member of Valley of Canton, Tadmor Temple in Akron, High Twelve Club #410 in Dunedin, FL, Acacia Club in Dunedin, and a dual lodge member of Dunedin Lodge #192. Dutch was a skilled craftsman and enjoyed woodworking. Everyone in the family either has something that he made or refinished. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law: Tom and Kim Griffith of Kent; grandchildren: Kellie, Tyler, and Staci Griffith, and Alice (Paul) Pustotnik; great-grandson: Jacob Griffith; brother: Eugene (Rose Ann) Griffith; sisters: Phoebe Swain, Marcene Sorboro, Joanne Butz; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife Norene Frances Griffith on April 7, 2009, his son Timothy Griffith, his brothers Mayne, Lyle, Tom, Dave, Dan, and Charles E. Griffith, and his sisters Ariel McHenry, Clodagh Brown, and Beatrice Skogland.
Friends will be received Monday October 12, 2009, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, with Masonic services on Monday at 5:45 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Charlestown Cemetery with military honors.

Ewing Lee Peeler, age 67, of Mentor for the past 38 years formerly of Painesville died Oct. 1, 2009, at his residence.
He was born May 3, 1942, in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Peeler worked as an engineering specialist for Ohio Bell, retiring in 1995. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and a member of American Legion Post 352, former students association of Texas A&M, York Rite College No. 13, Eagle Commandery Knights Templar, Scottish Rite and Fowler Council No. 64 Knights and Masons of Ireland. He was a past master of the Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 772 in Mentor and of the Royal Arch Masons.

Mr. Peeler volunteered and worked at the men's halfway house in Painesville, was a member of AA with 25 years of sobriety, a former elder/deacon at Mentor Christian Church and a member of Mensa.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Linda (Lorenz); son, Frank Ewing (Connie) Peeler of Painesville; daughter, Susan (Brian) Bly of Painesville; grandchildren, Tristan and Lucinda Bly; father, Cletus Ewing Peeler of Painesville; sister, Joyce (John) Hassell of New Hampshire; brother, Arthur Peeler of Georgia; and other loving family members.He was preceded in death by his mother, Allene.

Funeral services will be held 11a.m. Monday at Brunner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Masonic Funeral service will be conducted at 4:30pm.  Interment will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.

Online obituary at www.brunners.com

POSTED 10/1/09

JEFFERSON — Charles J. Prine, age 73, of Clay St., Jefferson, died Thursday afternoon, Sept. 24, 2009, at the Jefferson Healthcare Center.Born June 1, 1936, in Ashtabula, Ohio, the son of Harry C. and Mae O. (Smith) Prine and had been a life-long resident of this area. He was a graduate of Edgewood High School and married Alvira M. Wilcox on March 9, 1953, in W. Springfield, Pa.He was a painter for 45 years with Painter's Local #1103 in Painesville, retiring in 1999. Mr. Prine was a member of the First Baptist Church, Relief Lodge #284, F. and A. M., 32nd Degree Mason and lifetime member of Scottish Rite, Valley of Cleveland.He enjoyed driving stock cars, NASCAR racing, car shows, fishing, traveling and spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren.Survivors include his wife, Alvira M. "Willie" Prine; five children, Timothy (Becky) Prine of Elkhart, Ind., James (Marie) Prine of Tucson, Ariz., Jack (Yvonne) Prine of Geneva, Christine (Chris) Pestello of Madison and Charles (Michelle) Prine II of Jefferson; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Leola Clark; and four brothers, Richard and Robert Palmer and Harry and Del Prine.He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Richard and Robert Prine and Paul Palmer; and four sisters, Ruby Cook, Ruth Hietikko, Rita Stone and Ella Jean Palmer.Memorial Services will be held Saturday, Oct. 3rd, at the First Baptist Church, 85 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Jerry Bentley, officiating. Relief Lodge #284 will conduct a Masonic Service at 4 p.m., with the Memorial Service immediately following. A dinner will be offered following the Services at the Church.Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, prior to the Service.Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church.The Jefferson Home of the FLEMING and BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson is handling arrangements.Obituary and condolences at fleming-billman.com and starbeacon.com.

Robert D. Kirkland      Rising Sun Lodge #22        posted 10-1-09
Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Star Beacon

GENEVA — Robert D. Kirkland, age 81, of S. Ridge E., Ashtabula Township and a resident of Geneva Village Retirement Center the past two weeks, died early Sunday morning, Sept. 27, 2009. He was born Jan. 25, 1928, in S. Greensburg, Pa., the son of John and Ada (Sheets) Kirkland and has been a resident of this area most of his life. Mr. Kirkland was a Veteran of the U. S. Navy, serving in both W.W.II and the Korean Conflict. He was married to Frances E. March on March 31, 1950, at the Jefferson Methodist Church Parsonage.

Retiring in 1987, he was a 36 year employee of Reliance Electric.

He was a member of the Jefferson United Methodist Church, Rising Sun Lodge #22, F. & A. M. and El Kadir Grotto.

Mr. Kirkland enjoyed traveling, fishing, gardening and woodworking.

Survivors include his wife, Frances E. Kirkland; two daughters, JoAnn Jackson of Ashtabula and Alicemae (Ron) Marunowski of Cleveland, Tex.; three grandchildren, Sarah Jackson of Alpena, Mich., Greg (Stephanie) Colucci of Dallas, Tex., and Michael (Sandra) Colucci of Hartsgrove Township; two great-grandchildren, Savannah and Philip; and a sister, Henrietta Corbitt of Ashtabula.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a great-grandson, Anthony; and two brothers, Chester and Homer Kirkland.

Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 3rd, at the Jefferson Home of the FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, INC., 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Meredith Coleman, of the Jefferson United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery.

Calling Hours will be Friday, Oct. 2nd, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Rising Sun Lodge #22 will conduct Masonic services Friday at 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Jefferson United Methodist Church, 125 E. Jefferson St., Jefferson, Ohio 44047, Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 or the Regional Cancer Center, 2412 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, Ohio 44004.

Guest register book and obituary on-line at fleming-billman.com and starbeacon.com

CORTLAND - Richard A. Root, 84, died Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at St. Joseph Health Center in Warren. He was born Nov. 18, 1924, in Warren Township, a son of Arden and Currance (Hawkins) Root.  A lifetime Kinsman resident, Mr. Root had lived in Cortland for the past two years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Merchant Marines, having served in World War II. He was employed in the forestry and line division for Ohio Edison for more than 36 years, retiring in 1987. Mr. Root was a longtime member of Kinsman Presbyterian Church; a member of the Gustavus Masonic Lodge 442, the Kinsman Chapter of the Royal Arch Masons 212; the Moose Lodge 276, Greenville, Pa., the Shenango Valley Legion of the Moose 88; the Kinsman American Legion Post 506; and was a former member of the FOE 429 of Meadville, Pa. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, doing crossword puzzles and fixing things.

Mr. Root is survived by his wife of Cortland, Hope (Hanawalt) Root, whom he married May 24, 1944; two daughters, Micki Semroc of Cortland and Tracey (David) Boggio of Lake Milton; four grandchildren, Toby and Bambi Semroc, Jennifer Lakovich, and Jessica Boggio; and two great-grandchildren, Ian and Elsa Semroc. He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Virginia E. Parker.  A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Baumgardner Funeral Home, 8569 Main St., Kinsman. Private burial of cremated remains will take place in Kinsman Cemetery. Calling hours will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Masonic services at 5:45 p.m. and a service of tribute by the Loyal Order of Moose at 8 p.m.

Donald L. Tomlinson Sr. 1933-2009  Cortland Lodge #529   posted 9/5/09

CORTLAND - Donald L. ''Don'' Tomlinson Sr., 75, passed away at 3:45 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at his residence.

Don was born Oct. 31, 1933, in Mecca, a son of John Chester and Evelyn Avonia (McPheron) Tomlinson.

A lifetime area resident, Don was a 1951 graduate of Maplewood High School where he went to study aviation engineering at Tri-State. He was a member of Mecca Community Church, a charter member of the Mecca Volunteer Fire Department, member of the Cortland Moose Lodge 1012, Cortland Masonic Lodge 529, Mecca Grange and the Farm Bureau. He enjoyed hunting, traveling and was an avid investor. Don enjoyed aviation and received his pilot's license.

Don was employed as the manager of Tri-Cash & Carry Lumber, Busy Beaver, Fagen's Inc., and was president of the Ideal Investment Club. He also owned and operated Tomlinson's Trucking Inc. and had his own farm, which he was active with up until his passing.

Don married the former Sadie Dunlap Dec. 15, 1951, by whom he is survived. Together they shared 57 years of marriage.

Also surviving Don are his children, Donald Lee (Teresa) Tomlinson Jr. of Cortland, Sherry McFall of Kellar, Texas, and Kimberly Tomlinson of Mecca; grandchildren, Adrienne Avonia Rawl, Patrick J. McFall and Paige L. Miller; three great-granddaughters and a sister, Carolyn Rowe of Mecca.

Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Shafer-Winans Funeral Chapel in Cortland. The family will be receiving friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to the service. A Masonic service will be held at 5:45 p.m. Interment will be at East Mecca Cemetery.

Material contributions can be made in Don's memory to the Cortland Moose Lodge 1012, 6400 State Route 46, Cortland, Ohio 44410, or to University Hospitals Department of Institutional Development, P.O. Box 74947, Cleveland, Ohio 44101-9927.

BRISTOLVILLE - Charles W. Carter II, 86, passed away at 10:36 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, at St. Joseph Health Center.

He was born Feb. 7, 1923, in Greene Township, a son of the late Charles W. and Martha Armstrong Carter.

A lifetime area resident, Charles attended Greene Schools and went on to join the U.S. Marines and served during World War II.

He was a member of Bristolville United Methodist Church, the Western Reserve Masonic Lodge 507, and the Goldwing Club. He enjoyed gardening, dancing, playing horseshoes, having won a championship with his son, Cary. He had a love for music, having played the organ and violin and was a singing member of a barber shop quartet. He owned and operated Carter Coal Co. from 1949 to 1969. He retired from Copperweld Steel Co. in 1984, where he had worked for 25 years in the 35-in mill. He also played slow-pitch softball.

Charles is survived by his wife, the former Carol Slemenda, whom he married Sept. 25, 1991. Together they shared 17 years of marriage. Charles' first wife, the former Vera C. Craddock, preceded Charles in death April 19, 1990. They married Oct. 19, 1944. Together they shared 43 years of marriage.

Charles is also survived by his children, Cary (Lee) Carter of Champion, Charles W. (Joy) Carter III of Kinsman, Barbara Denman of Bazetta, Robert (Gale) Carter of Warren; stepchildren, Sharon (Robert) Carlson of Johnston and Brian Kidwell of Vienna; a sister, Juanita Muir of Farmdale; 15 grandchildren; 17 great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, William ''Bill'' Carter; and several half-brothers and half-sisters.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Shafer-Winans Funeral Chapel, Cortland, where the family will be receiving friends 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday. The Western Reserve Masonic Lodge will be holding its service at 4:45 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be at Meadowbrook Memorial Park, Champion, where military honors will be observed.

Material contributions may be made to Bristolville United Methodist Church.

Family and friends may view this obituary online and send condolences to www.shafer-winanschapel.com

WARREN - Margaret M. Lytle, 75, of Warren, died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at Lake Vista Retirement Community in Cortland.

She was born Jan. 6, 1934, in Elliottsville, Pa., the daughter of Scott W. and Agnes Bittner Hoover.

Margaret had worked at Hopkins Pharmacy in Cortland for 12 years.

She is survived by two sons, Eric Lytle of Farmdale and Bryan Lytle of Austin, Texas; one daughter, Shannon Sylvester of Warren; two brothers, Ray Hoover of Bristolville and Robert Hoover of Listenburg, Pa.; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant Lytle Jr.; one son; four brothers; and two sisters.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.

Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Bazetta Township.

BRISTOLVILLE - James L. Headley, 93, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Windsor House in Champion, where he resided for a short time.

He was born Jan. 25, 1916, in Beaver County, Pa., a son of James and Grace (Reader) Headley. He was a resident of Bristolville for more than 60 years.

James was the oldest living member of Bristolville Church of the Brethren, a member of the Western Reserve Lodge 507 of West Farmington, Eastern Star of Farmington, was on the Sager Cemetery Association and was a 32nd-degree Mason. He enjoyed singing and playing his organ, which he did for many years at lodge meetings. His memory will be cherished by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving are his sons, Donald L. (Judi) Headley of Brandon, Fla., and Gary J. (Cindy) Headley of Cortland; a daughter, Carolyn (Jim) Schwartz of North Bloomfield; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother William Headley of Deland, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marie Headley, whom he married Sept. 23, 1939, and who passed away on Jan. 19, 2002; a sister, Lois Hughes, and two grandsons.

Services will be held at Church of the Brethren in Bristolville at 11 a.m. Thursday, where the Rev. Fred Keener will officiate. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home. Interment will be in Sager Memorial Cemetery.

Western Reserve Lodge 507 will hold a service at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

The family requests that material contributions be made to the Bristolville Church of the Brethren, 6400 Thompson Clark Road, Bristolville, Ohio 44402.

RWB Rich is now home recuperating from surgery after three weeks in the Cleveland Clinic.  He spent on day in Shepherd of the Valley, and felt well enough to go home.  RWB Rich and his family thank you for your prayers, calls and cards. 

Brother Frank Ragley    Temple Lodge#28   posted 8/6/09

I have just been informed that Brother Frank Ragley, a 65+year member of Temple Lodge #28, died yesterday, August 5th.  His obituary will not appear until tomorrow, Friday August 7th. His family has requested Masonic Services, which has been set for 8:30 PM, on Friday the 7th, at Potti Funeral Home in Fairport Harbor. Due to the short notification, I am requesting all who read this to make a concerted effort in attempting to pass the word to those members of our fraternity, that you know, so we can give our last respects. Please consider this a Masters Call. Any brother that has been loyal to our Fraternity for 65+ years deserves no less. 

 Yours in Fellowship: Frank C. Sundquist WM, Temple Lodge #28

Below is an update from RWB David Leifer 

Hi Ron, 

 Just thought I'd send you a little memo update on Dave:

I visited Dave Rich today at CCF, and he is looking fairly well. He said that his pain is getting less, but he still requires the IV pain med drip. His room is no longer freezing cold and he is no longer quarantined. He has been moved to a to "A Room with a View", it certainly is better than the previous view of a brick wall. Spoke with Dave for a while, but he tires easily, his sprits are good considering all that he had done. They are still waiting on the results of the tests.

I reassured him that we were all pulling for him, and that he is in all of our prayers.

Dave

WB Stanford Stroup is currently in Community Commons, 1340 Mahoning Ave NW, Warren, OH 44483, where he is undergoing rehabilitation.

Please remember WB Stroup in your thoughts and prayers. 

Please send your cards to:
Stanford Stroup
1880 Mahoning Ave NW
Warren, OH 44483 

Brother Richard Lowther     Rockton Lodge #316      posted 7/31/09

Brethren,

Below is the today’s Record-Courier article about the passing of Bro. Richard Lowther.  Final arrangements (including Masonic services) are pending, and I will e-mail you when we have full details. 

Sincerely,

Michael Lee, Secretary

Rockton Lodge #316

 Recordpub.com

Rootstown beating victim dies: Richard Lowther paralyzed after robbery, attack; 4 suspects may face new charges

Mike Sever

about 12 hours ago 

By Mike Sever

Record-Courier staff writer

A Rootstown man who was paralyzed after an attack and robbery at his home earlier this month died at 6:20 a.m. Thursday at Akron City Hospital .

Richard A. Lowther, 68, was attacked July 2 at his Tallmadge Road home by people looking for money. He was severely beaten and left paralyzed from the chest down, with limited use of his arms.

In recent days Lowther was reported to be rallying. He had been off sedation for about a week after pneumonia-related complications followed surgery to repair his broken and dislocated neck. He was on a breathing machine at the critical care unit of the hospital earlier this week.

An autopsy was performed Thursday morning at the Summit County Medical Examiner’s office. The cause of death is pending further examination.

Four people have been charged in connection with the attack and robbery. They are: Jodi L. Fetty, 27, of Diamond; Darrell L. Dukes, 22, of 3075 S.R. 59, Ravenna; Jonathan H. Dukes, 23, of 3865 Blake Ave., Ravenna; and Cortez M. Oliver, 20, of Fairlawn.

All four remain in jail on $1 million bonds.

A grand jury indicted the four suspects on one count each of felonious assault, a second-degree felony; aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony; and aggravated burglary, also a first-degree felony.

The first-degree felony charges carry a potential sentence of three to 10 years in jail. The felony assault charge carries a potential sentence of two to eight years in prison.

The four may now face more serious charges.

Portage County Sheriff David Doak said he was going to meet with the Portage County prosecutor “to discuss where we’re going to go with it from  here.”

Asked if more severe charges could result, Doak said “If I have anything to say about it, there will be.”

Portage County Prosecutor Victor Vigluicci said it is up to the Portage County grand jury to determine what those charges might be. 

“We will be asking the grand jury to reconsider the charges,” Vigluicci said Thursday morning.

According to the sheriff’s office investigation, Fetty approached Lowther’s home at about 2:30 a.m. July 2. She told Lowther she was having car trouble and asked to use the phone.

Oliver and Jonathan Dukes then assaulted Lowther before stealing a collection of commemorative state quarters and fleeing in a vehicle driven by Darrell Dukes, according to the sheriff’s office.

A neighbor spotted Lowther lying on the ground in his front yard after the suspects had fled.

Deputies arrested Fetty when she tried to turn in 740 of the quarters — a total $185 — later that day at the Ravenna Giant Eagle. Fetty’s arrest led authorities to the three men allegedly involved.

A fund has been set up to help pay for Lowther’s medical treatments. Donations can be made at any area KeyBank branch to the “Richard Lowther Medical Fund,” or donations can be mailed to the Richard Lowther Medical Fund, PO Box 150 , Rootstown , OH , 44272 .

Lowther was active in several area social clubs. He was a member of Parents Without Partners, the Ravenna Moose Lodge, the Kent Masonic Lodge, the Kent Canadian Club, the Kent Coin Club and the United Methodist Church of Kent.

WB Stan Stroup is in University Hospital Cleveland recuperating after surgery.  Please remember WB Stroup in your thoughts and prayers. 

 Cards may be sent to:

 Stanford Stroup

1880 Mahoning Ave NW

Warren, OH  44483

VIENNA - Leon ''Lee'' Melville Thompson, 80, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009, in the intensive care unit at St. Joseph Health Center.

Lee was born May 27, 1929, in Niles, a son of the late Harold and Emily Balciar Thompson, and was a graduate of Niles McKinley High School class of 1947.

Lee was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War aboard the USS Albany in 17 different countries.

After being discharged from the Navy, Lee attended Youngstown College.

Lee was an Eagle Scout, Master Mason at the Copper Penny Lodge 778 of Vienna, where he served as treasurer, past president of Vienna Kiwanis Club and was a journeyman electrician.

Lee was employed at Van Huffle Tube for 21 years as a storekeeper, an electrician and Midwest sales manager for the power strut division.

Lee originated Yankee Electric Supply (YESCO) that prospered for six years before sadly being taken over by stockholders in the mid-1980s. He and his wife, Fran, then started and operated Contractors Supply in Vienna for three years.

Lee enjoyed golf, fishing, hunting and working on their acreage in Vienna, where he built their home over 50 years ago along with several barns, a cabin, two pavilions and a green house. He also enjoyed finding junk for his artistic wife to paint on. If you have been to any of our local parades and saw Uncle Sam riding a horsecycle, that was Leon.

In February, Lee made maple syrup from sap gathered on their property. He also enjoyed feeding the fish at the lake on the edge of their land. Lee scuba dived and sailed canoes and grew a big garden. He lived a full life and claimed he had the best family and the best friends a man could ever ask for.

Lee is survived by his wife of 52 years, the former Frances ''Fran'' Venosky Thompson, whom he married June 22, 1957; a son, Mitchel (Pam) Thompson of Vienna; a daughter, Tiffin (Rick) Thomas Best of Howland Township; brothers, Hal (Jackie) Thompson of Arcadia, Fla., and Ron (Mary Lou) Thompson of Southington; and four grandchildren, Courtney Collins, Alex Thomas, Leesha Thompson and Richele Best.

Calling hours will take place 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Roberts Clark Funeral Chapel, 180 Garfield Drive N.E., Warren, where the Copper Penny Lodge 778 will hold a service at 7 p.m. A funeral service will take place 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Crown Hill Burial Park, Vienna, with full military honors.

The family suggests that memorial contributions take the form of donations to the Scholarship Fund of Copper Penny Lodge 778, c/o Copper Penny Lodge 778, 4275 Warren Sharon Road, Vienna, Ohio 44473.

Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

(special notice)

WB Kenneth Smith is now home recuperating from bypass surgery.  He is in great spirits and has had several visitors since his return home.  If you desire to send him a card, his address is , 3383 Olian Ave NW Warren, OH 44485.

David E. Dolan Sr., age 70, of Andover, died Thursday, June 11, 2009, as a result of an automobile accident.

He was born April 30, 1939, in Warren, Ohio, the son of James M. and Mildred M. (Bunker) Dolan.

A lifetime area resident, Mr. Dolan was 1956 Williamsfield High School graduate and he attended Youngstown State University.

He owned and operated a painting business for many years and was former owner of Scooter's Restaurant in Andover, where he was renowned for his wings and prime rib.

Mr. Dolan was a member of the Triandria Masonic Lodge, Rock Creek and the Al Koran Temple. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, hunting, fishing, and refurbishing houses.

Mr. Dolan is survived by his wife, Martha L. (Burleson) Dolan, of Andover, whom he married Nov. 7, 1956; daughters, Luanne (Scott) Peairs of Painesville and Jody (Rob) Aldrich of Jacksonville, Fla.; son, David E. (Jackie) Dolan Jr. of Perry; brothers, James Dolan of Painesville and Cleo Dolan of Aurora; sister, Marge Parsons of Worthington, Ohio; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Suzie Day in 1981; brothers, Theron, Richard, and Ronnie Dolan; and sisters, Nona Heath and Ruth Baker.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at the Baumgardner Funeral Home, 134 Prospect St., Andover, Ohio. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Masonic rites being held at 4 p.m.

NILES - Vernon Walter Souders, 72, a longtime Niles resident, died at 3:55 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital following a one-year illness.

He was born Jan. 16, 1937, in Needmore, Pa., a son of Walter W. and Beulah K. O'Rourke Souders.

Vernon was very active in his church and community.

He was retired in 2002 from the field maintenance department at the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, where he was employed for 25 years. He previously was employed for 22 years as a body man for Shively Ford Sales and Service of Niles.

He was a member of the Niles First Christian Church, and served as a deacon, elder and trustee, and treasurer of the Koinonia Sunday school class for many years. He was one of the original members of the Christmas Wreath Committee and had served as chairman for the past 25 years.

His Masonic activities include a 43-year membership in the Niles McKinley Masonic Lodge 794, serving Tyler for 20 years, Valley of Youngstown Scottish Rite, a 32nd degree Mason in 1976, awarded the Meritorious Service Award in 2004, and served on the stage crew for 31 years.

He was a member of the Retired Masons of Trumbull and Portage Counties, High Twelve Group, Opal Chapter Order of Eastern Star, Trumbull Travelers Masonic Camping Group, Keystone Cops, Niles Historical Society and society tour guide.

Vernon was a 1956 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and in his younger years was a 15-year adviser of the Niles 4-H Miscellaneous Club, chairman of the Trumbull 4-H advisory committee, former member of the Niles Park Board, and active in the Crosstrailers Western Square Dance Group.

Vernon is survived by his wife, the former Carol Hawkins, whom he married Oct. 6, 1962; a son, Ward (Susie) Souders of Cuyahoga Falls; and a daughter, Jo-May (Mark) Yoder of Johnston; four grandchildren, Solomon and Liza Yoder, and Rachel and Ryan Souders; one sister, Shirley (Rick) Ziegler of Hazelwood, Mo.; and stepmother and stepbrother in the area.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Niles First Christian Church, with visitation from 1 p.m. at the church. The Rev. Cynthia Klingemier will officiate.

Burial will be in Kerr Cemetery. Friends may call at the Holeton-Yuhasz funeral home on Tuesday from 4 until the 7:30 p.m. Masonic Services.

Memorial contributions may be made at the funeral home to the First Christian Church or the Niles McKinley Masonic Lodge.

Family and friends may visit www.holetonyuhasz.com to send condolences.

Brother Edward Vestal Jr.   Jerusalem #19     posted 6/11/09

HUBBARD - Edward W. Vestal Jr., 79, died on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, from complications from pneumonia at Forum Health Northside Medical Center in Youngstown.

Mr. Vestal was born July 11, 1929, in Hubbard, the son of Edward and Dorothy (McKinnley) Vestal. He worked at Sherwin Williams for over 30 years and the U.S. Can Co. for six years. Upon his retirement, he worked part-time for friends Ray and Gary at R&G Quality Auto Parts for several years.

He was a member of Corner House Christian Church, a member of the Jerusalem Lodge No. 19, Order of Eastern Star No. 518, and an honorary member of the William Farr Lodge No. 672 in Girard. Mr. Vestal also was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and had served during the Korean War.

In his leisure time he had enjoyed camping and boating with his grandchildren. He especially enjoyed taking them to amusement parks and going fishing up until the time of his illness.

Mr. Vestal leaves behind his loving and devoted wife, Ruth E. Balley, whom he married April 15, 1950. Together they shared over 59 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his daughters, Donna (Bob) English of Poquoson, Va., Mary Ann (Rich J.) Nord of Hubbard and June (Dwayne) Bodzenta of Austintown; seven grandchildren, David and Mathew English of Poquoson, Christina, Adam and Ashley Nord of Hubbard, and Brian and Christopher Bodzenta of Austintown; his brother, Robert Vestal of Hubbard; and his sister, Olive Walters of Warren. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward W. and Dorothy Vestal, and two sisters, Ruth and Doris.

Calling hours will be held 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Lane Funeral Homes Madasz Chapel, Brookfield, where a Masonic Service will begin at 7:45 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Corner House Christian Church Cemetery in Hubbard.

The family suggests that contributions may be made to Jerusalem Lodge No. 19 or the Masonic Lodge at Corner House Christian Church.

Family and friends can send condolences to www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

WARREN - Ted M. Pippenger, 82, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2009.

He was born June 16, 1926, in Warren, the son of the late Todd R. Pippenger and the late Violet Mortimer.

He was a June 1944 graduate of Warren G. Harding and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. After his honorable discharge he entered into his plumbing apprenticeship with his father, later becoming owner of his father's plumbing firm.

Ted retired in 1991 as owner of the Todd R. Pippenger & Sons Plumbing Co. He was a lifelong member of Christ Episcopal Church, where he served on the vestry and was a long-time usher. He was a 50-year member of Old Erie Lodge 3 F & AM, and the Scottish Rite Masonic Orders.

He was a member of the Trumbull County Historical Society; Trumbull Town Hall; The Plumbing, Cooling and Heating Contractors Association; and enjoyed bowling and billiards.

Surviving are his wife, Judy Murray McCaslin Pippenger, whom he married June 8, 1996; daughter, Pamela Brown of Champion; son, John ''Todd'' (Kathy) Pippenger of Cortland, third generation owner of Todd R. Pippenger and Sons Plumbing Co.; sons, George (Nancy) Broughton of Marietta and Glenn Phillips (Margaret) McCaslin of Prospect, Ky; and daughters, Alice McCaslin of Cayucos, Calif., Melinda (Lt. Col. Dan) Snead of Buffalo, N.Y., and Nora McCaslin of Delaware, Ohio.

He also is survived by a granddaughter, Abby Brown of Cleveland; grandson, Joshua Todd Pippenger of Cortland; grandchildren, Charlotte and Ethan Snead of Buffalo, N.Y., and Ian and Caroline McCaslin of Prospect, Ky.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mildred ''Millie'' Rowlands, whom he married Oct. 6, 1950 and she preceded him in death Aug. 1, 1993; three sisters, Virginia and Gladys Pippenger and Barbara Foley; one brother, Robert; and son-in-law, Greg Brown.

Friends will be received 9:45 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Christ Episcopal Church Narthex, where services will be held in the sanctuary at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Donna L. Maree officiating. Old Erie Lodge will conduct services at 9:30 a.m. at Christ's Chapel. Ted will be honored for his military service by the Trumbull County American Legion Honor Guard immediately following the services. Inurnment will follow at the Christ Episcopal Columbarium.

Contributions may be made to the Christ Episcopal Church Foundation, 2627 Atlantic St. N.E., Warren 44483. 330-372-4998.

Arrangements are entrusted to The McFarland & Son Funeral and Cremation Services, 271 N. Park Ave, Warren.

Please visit www.mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary, Ted's video tribute, and send condolences.

PATRICIA H. ANTILL    posted 5/29/09

MOTHER OF BRO. RICHARD ANTILL NEWTON FALLS LODGE #462

WARREN - Patricia H. Antill, 75, Warren, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at St. Joseph Health Center, after a short battle with lung cancer.

She was born Oct. 19, 1933, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Sylvester Henry and the late Marie Gary Henry.

Patricia was raised in the Catholic faith. She grew up in Youngstown and graduated from Ursuline High School.

She was employed as a press operator at Packard Electric, retiring Nov. 1, 1991, enjoying 18 years of retirement.

Patricia enjoyed watching TV, but most of all, she enjoyed baby-sitting her grandson, Christian Haught, spending time with her granddaughter, Emmalee ''Baby Doll'' Antill and visits from her other grandchildren, Kali and Macey.

Her husband, Jerry Antill, whom she married July 24, 1971, preceded her in death Sept. 18, 2007.

Patricia is survived and deeply missed by her daughter, Joan (Chris) Haught of Leavittsburg; stepson, Randy L. (Barbara) Antill of Braceville and Richard A. (Kathryn) Antill of Newton Falls; stepdaughter, Rhonda (Terry) Strickland of Bazetta; brothers, James Henry of North Carolina and Francis (Lorraine) Henry of Texas; sister, Joan Spencer of Youngstown; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a brother, Sylvester ''Skip'' Henry.

Per Patricia's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Burial will be at Champion Township Cemetery, Champion.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Carl W. Hall Funeral Home

Material contributions are requested to be made to American Cancer Society, in her memory.

Patricia's daughter, Joan, would like to thank the Hospice staff and the St. Joseph Hospital staff for the wonderful care given to her mother at this difficult time.

WB Kenneth Smith  Old Erie #3

WB Kenneth Smith is currently in Trumbull Memorial Hospital awaiting heart surgery next week.  At this time he is in the Coronary Care Unit with limited visiting privileges. Please remember WB Smith in your thoughts and prayers. His home address is, 3383 Olian Ave NW, Warren, OH  44485.

RWB David A. Rich was in attendance at the Valley of Youngstown meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2009.  He is doing well, and in great spirits.  Over the past weeks he has had a stent placed into his kidney, and has had a couple of chemotherapy treatments.  Please remember RWB Rich in your thoughts and prayers.

Kenneth B. Goist, 79 years old of Southington, Ohio, died Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 5:31 PM Trumbull Memorial Hospital of a massive heart attack.

He was born September 2, 1929 in Warren, the son of the late George and Alda Boyd Goist.

He was retired from Van Huffel as a shop worker;  Mr. Goist also retired from Aims Department Store.

Kenny was an honorably discharged US Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.

Mr. Goist was a member of the Delightful Evangelical Congregational Church in Southington; the Howland American Legion Post #700 and the Western Reserve Masonic Lodge #507.

Survivors include his wife, the former Betty Dunn, whom he married on June 20, 1953; two sons, Dale E. (Pam) Goist of Kinsman and Dean A. (Sharon) Goist of Alamogordo, NM; two grandchildren, Justin Goist of Kinsman and Katelyn Goist of Alamogordo, NM. 

Other than his parents, Ken was preceded in death by one brother, Clifford E. Goist and sister, Arleen Moore.

Funeral services will be held at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 12, 2009.

Family and friends may visit from 1-3 and 5-7 PM on Monday, May 11, 2009, where Masonic services will take place on Monday at 4:45 PM.

Interment will be at Southington Reformed Cemetery, where military services will take place.

Family requests that material contributions be made to the Delightful Evangelical Congregational Church, 2473 Barclay Messerly Road NW, Southington, Ohio 44470 or to the Southington Fire Department, P O Box 187, Southington, Ohio 44470.

BROTHER ELWERT A. WHITESIDE    CORTLAND LODGE #529

CORTLAND - Elwert A. Whiteside, 94, of Cortland, passed away at 12:17 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2009, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital.

Elwert was born April 26, 1914, in Hubbard, a son of Crawford and Mary Olive Frow Whiteside.

Elwert served our country in the U.S. Army during World War II, being honorably discharged in 1943.

He graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1949 from Youngstown College.

Elwert worked as the busing supervisor for Lakeview and Howland local school districts. He was a member of Cortland Christian Church.

Elwert enjoyed bowling every Monday at Echo Lanes. He was an extensive traveler, and was a member of the Cortland Masonic Lodge #529, Odd Fellows and American Legion Post 540. He also enjoyed gardening and playing cards.

He married his wife, the former Grace Payne, on May 17, 1942. Grace preceded him in death on Sept. 4, 1984.

Elwert is survived by his two children, John E. (Nancy) Whiteside of Yakima, Wash., and Carol (Anthony) Schiavone of Vienna; grandchildren, Eric, Cathy, Chris, Jackie and Sal; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife and his siblings, Marvin Whiteside and Roberta Snyder.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Cortland Christian Church. The family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Shafer- Winans Funeral Chapel in Cortland. A Masonic service will be held at 5:45 p.m.

Family and friends may view this obituary online and send condolences at www.shaferwinanschapel.com.

Brother Randy Yeager       Garrettsville Lodge #246

I just received information that Brother Randy Yeager is in University Hospital in Cleveland. 
 He is not doing very well at all with possible cancer of the pancreas and liver. 

I have not been able to contact his wife as yet to confirm his actual condition. Just keep him and his family in your prayers.

I will update everyone as i receive more info.
  
Fraternally,
                                                                      
Orville E. West P.M. # 246

HOWLAND - Ferdinand J. Weaver, 85, of Howland died at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 12, 2009, at his residence.

He was born Nov. 18, 1923, in Brooklyn, N.Y., a son of William and Elizabeth Kneff Weaver, and had been a Warren area resident since 1960, coming from Summerville, N.J.

He served in the 1st Infantry Division of the Army during World War II and was wounded in action in Germany on Dec. 17, 1944. He was awarded the American Service Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, the Purple Heart and the World War II Victory Medal.

Ferd was employed for 35 years at Alcan Aluminum in Warren, retiring in 1986.

He was a longtime member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Warren, where he served as an usher and was assistant scout master for Boy Scout Troop 11.

He was a faithful volunteer at the VA clinics in Warren and Youngstown and was a member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 11 and the Military Order of the Purple Heart 606. He enjoyed traveling and doing yard work.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Loretta Viehmann Weaver, whom he married Sept. 21, 1947; a son, Michael (Pam) Weaver of Howland; two daughters, Elizabeth (Sheldon) Bycynski of Forest and Catherine (John) Littleton of Indianapolis; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in the chapel at Christ Episcopal Church, where friends will be received for one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Donna Maree will officiate. Military honors will be immediately following at the church.

Interment will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests material contributions be made to DAV Chapter 11, 2044 Youngstown Road S.E. Warren, Ohio 44484, or the Military Order of the Purple Heart 606, C/O 6422A Shafer Road N.W., Warren, Ohio 44481.

To view this obituary online or send condolences go to www.robertsclarkchapel.com

WB Gary Evans had back surgery on Tuesday, March 31, 2009.  He is now at home recuperating.  Please remember WB Evans in your thoughts and prayers.  Please send your cards to:  Gary Evans  5116 Middle Road, Conneaut OH  44030

Marilyn Poole wife of Brother William Poole Triandria Lodge #780   posted 4/2/09

Victim of Willoughby house fire dies

Thursday, April 2, 2009

By Michael C. Butz
MButz@News-Herald.com

Six days after a house fire covered 40 percent of her body with third-degree burns, Marilyn Poole succumbed to her injuries. Poole, 61, was pronounced dead at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday by officials at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, where she'd been since last Thursday's fire in Willoughby.
"It's devastating," said William Poole, her husband of eight years. "We had a great marriage." She had been in critical condition since arriving at the hospital, and according to her son, Richard Kennedy, was taken off life support Friday.

She also suffered from lung cancer, which recently spread to her lymph nodes and stomach. The cancer, which had reduced her weight to a mere 65 pounds, was first diagnosed as terminal in 2006. "All of us, the entire family, had prepared ourselves for that kind of death," her husband said. "But none of us had prepared ourselves for this."

The family, most of whom live in Virginia, drove to Cleveland last week following the fire, William Poole said.
"Her grandson, Robert, and his girlfriend drove up from Virginia Thursday night, moved into a motel on the west side of Cleveland, near MetroHealth, and stayed by her bedside until she died earlier this morning," he said. "I've never seen that kind of dedication from a 24-year-old boy, but he sure did love his grandma."

The blaze destroyed the Center Street home that the Pooles shared, but not before the 70-year-old pulled his wife out of the burning house.

"I never even thought about it. I wasn't even conscious of what I was doing," he said. "Instinct just took over. Then, after I got settled down enough to realize the seriousness of everything, it was just shock. "I have this visual recollection of it, and that's just horrible," he said. "The visual is still very, very clear." His wife very much enjoyed the company of the couple's dog, Bonnie, a chihuahua-Jack Russell terrier mix, he said. "She loved that dog," he said. "For the last couple of months, when she was in a lot of pain (due to cancer), that dog would sit right next to her."

Though some water-damaged photo albums and melted-shut briefcases were salvaged, the house will have to be demolished, he said.  However, he hopes to rebuild there and thus remain in the neighborhood. "That night (of the fire), I went over to the house and I was greeted by probably 20 neighbors — some of whom I'd never met — who offered to open their doors to me," he said.  "Every day now, I take Bonnie for a walk in the old neighborhood, and every time there's a neighbor who comes out to talk to us."

While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, William Poole said he's thankful for the work of the Willoughby Fire Department. "They've got a good crew there, and Willoughby is lucky to have them," he said.

WARREN - Anagnostis ''Angus'' Grammatas, 66, passed away Friday, March 27, 2009, at University Hospitals of Cleveland.

Born Oct. 25, 1942, in Warren, Angus spent his childhood in Brooklyn, N.Y., with his parents Moskos and Evanthia Sideropolis Grammatas. Angus' renowned cooking skills were learned while helping his parents operate their family restaurant.

Angus was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1964. He returned to Warren with his family, and has made it his happy home for more than 30 years. He was employed at Copperweld Steel, retiring when the plant was closed. Angus also worked at several local eateries over the years.

Angus belonged to St. Demetrios Hellenic Orthodox Church of Warren, was a member of AHEPA Zeus Lodge 88, and was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of Carroll F. Clapp Lodge 655, F. & A.M. of Warren. Angus loved the art of the deal and practiced it daily at the local flea markets. His passion was Greek Rebetika and bouzouki music and could always be found at the Greek festivals. He was an avid fisherman, loved boating, collecting, traveling and loved talking to people. Angus loved life and lived it to the fullest.

He is survived by his long-time companion Kathe Bailey, their ''babycats'' Sinatra, Maggie and Opie; daughter Janet Agueda of Cortland; son Steven Grammatas of Warren; grandchildren Kyle, Tyler and Cortney Grammatas; brothers, Grammatas ''Taya'' of Baltimore, Andrea of Holiday, Fla., and Sophocles ''Soupy'' of Brooklyn; sisters, Maria (Mike) Kotsatos of Akron, Efigenia Spolan and Evdocia (Vincent) Cartafalsa, both of Queens, N.Y., and Anna Papadoupoulos of Holiday, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Steven and Andoni ''Tony'' Grammatas.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at McFarland & Son Funeral Home. Masonic services will be conducted at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. AHEPA memorial rituals will be also be held during the evening. Services will be held at the end of visitation Wednesday evening where prayers, a eulogy and stories of Angus and his life will be shared. Entombment will take place at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman at the convenience of the family. Material contributions may be made to Cats Are People, Too, P.O. Box 1947, Warren 44482.

Arrangements are entrusted to McFarland & Son Funeral Services Co., 271 N. Park Ave. Warren 44481. Visit www.mcfarlandfuneral.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

RWB Donald C. Scherer   Rockton Lodge #316     updated 3/30/09

 Donald C. Scherer, 84, of Kent, died Monday, March 23, 2009 at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. He was born November 30, 1924, in Kent to Christopher and Grace Scherer. He was employed as a math teacher at Shaker Heights High School.

Then after retiring he worked two years at Hiram College. Then he got the job of his dreams at Oak Knolls-West. He was a member of the Kent United Methodist Church; Rockton Lodge #316 Free & Accepted Masons, where he was Master twice; Past Potentate of Tadmor Shrine. Past Patron (four times) of Olive Chapter OES. He was Past District Deputy Grand Master of the 25th District. He was also a Knight of the York Cross of Honor and a Past Grand Tyler of the Grand Lodge of Ohio (2004). He is a life member of the Kent VFW. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn, to whom he was married for nineteen years; sons, William of Mount Pleasant, SC and Rick (Gina) of Springfield , MO ; daughter, Kathy (Thomas) Pickhardt of Mount Pleasant, SC; step daughter, Deborah Dourm of Peakskill , NY ; eight grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren;. Preceded in death by his first wife, Florence ; parents; twin brother, Doug; and brothers, Bob and Jim. Memorial service will be announced in the future. Children of Don Scherer request memorials to be sent to the Shriner's Children's Hospital, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa , FL 33607

A Willoughby house that was engulfed by flames late Thursday morning was considered a total loss by early afternoon. Firefighters from four departments battled the blaze at 4535 Center St. for several hours, Willoughby Fire Chief Alan Zwegat said. “When we arrived, flames were showing from two floors,” he said. “Flames were (also) showing on three sides of the structure.”

  WB Thomas Soltis Sr. underwent quintuple by-pass surgery on Friday, March 27, 2009 at the Cleveland Clinic.  He is making progress in his recovery.  Please remember WB Soltis in your thoughts and prayers.  Cards may be sent to the his home address:  7424 Stoddard-Hayes Road, Farmdale  OH  44417

WB Tom Soltis from Gustavus Lodge #442 is in the Cleveland Clinic awaiting heart by-pass surgery.  They are expecting to do 6 or 7 by-passes on Thursday, March 26 or Friday, March 27 of  this week. His address and phone is: Tom Soltis  Cleveland Clinic J71 Room 9 (216) 636-6844

posted 3/25/09 

Thomas S. Mohn, 78    WILLIAM FARR LODGE #672

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP – Thomas S. Mohn, 78, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2009, at Hospice House.

Mr. Mohn was born June 29, 1930 to the late Charles F. and Mildred Storey Mohn in Girard.

He owned and operated Mohn’s Sohio Service Station in Niles and McDonald for 45 years. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, William Farr Masonic Lodge No. 672 F & AM and the Girard Liberty Kiwanis. He was a former Boy Scout leader and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and gardening.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, the former Shirley K. Wilson, whom he married Oct. 1, 1946; his children, Glenn (Catherine) Mohn of Girard, Eileen (Michael) Stephany of Sierra Vista, Ariz., Charles (Susan) Mohn of New Middletown, Gary Mohn of Girard, Karen (Al) Jersin of Colorado Springs, Colo., Judith Bidgood of Sierra Vista and Debra (Jerry) Wardrop of Coral Springs, Fla.; a sister, Marge Bowman of Cleveland Heights; 16 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Jeannie Cretella and brothers, Chad and Richard Mohn.

Services will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Blackstone Funeral Home, where visitation will be on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m.  William Farr Lodge #672 will hold a Masonic Service at 4:45p.m. at the Blackstone Funeral Home, 672 Churchill Rd, Girard, Ohio.

Internment will be at Churchill Cemetery.

Material contributions can be made to Hospice House or Kiwanis Shoes for Children Fund.

BAZETTA - James E. Richards Sr., 72, died Thursday, March 12, 2009 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Warren.

He was born Feb. 26, 1937, in Mesopotamia, the son of Elmer Chadwick and Ruth Irene Bell Richards. He graduated from Chalker High School in 1955, attended Hiram College for one year, worked four years as an apprentice tool and die maker, served in the Army in Korea and Texas from 1959-60, and married Judith Martin Nov. 23, 1961. He retired in 1999 after 33 years as a tool and die maker at Packard Electric in Warren.

James was a member of West Farmington United Methodist Church, serving as a lay leader for many years, was mayor of West Farmington for 12 years, Zoning Board member and township trustee for eight years, senior service committee of Trumbull County and was a 32nd Degree Mason. He was a member of Western Reserve Masonic Temple 507, Warren Commandery No. 39, Mahoning Chapter No. 10 and Warren Council No. 58. He had received his K.Y.C.H. He was a private pilot and enjoyed many years flying ''Gidget,'' was an avid fisherman, collected trains and model planes, had a CB repair shop and loved spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Judy; four children, Cheryl (Bart) Krontz of Defiance, Jan (Todd) Haycox of Bristolville, Jayme (Cliff) Morgan of Johnston and James E. Jr. (Katie) of Battle Creek, Mich.; sister, Jane (Euclid) Fournier of Canada; stepsister, Sue Marks of Florida; 11 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his beloved dog, Molly.

Preceding him in death were a sister, Jean Richards; stepmother, Mildred Richards and stepbrother, Joseph Nigrin.

Western Reserve Masonic Lodge #507 will hold Masonic Services at 1:45pm at the West Farmington United Methodist Church.

A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Sunday at West Farmington United Methodist Church, 220 College St. Visitation is 2 p.m. Sunday until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the church, P.O. Box 193, West Farmington 44491. Pastor Jim George will officiate. Burial will be at Hillside Cemetery. Arrangements are by Russell Funeral Service, West Farmington.

(special notice)

Charles B. Alter 1948-2009  Copper Penny Lodge #778

BROOKFIELD - Charles Bruce Alter, 60, 6115 Merwin Chase Road N.E., died Monday, March 9, 2009, at his residence after an extended illness.

Mr. Alter was born Aug. 10, 1948, in Sharon, Pa., the son of Charles H. and Betty Baskwell Alter.

He was an alumnus of Brookfield High School class of 1966 and attended Youngstown State University. He was employed at the former Sharon Transformer Division of Westinghouse Electric Corp. before working as a maintenance painter for Delphi Packard Electric Systems, Warren, for 25 years, retiring in 2005.

As a member of St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church in Vienna, he was affectionately known as "The Fish Fryer" during Lenten season. On some weeks, he would fry up to 500 pounds of fish for Lenten meals.

He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 13260 and of Free and Accepted Masons, Copper Penny Lodge #778, both in Vienna; and was a lifetime member of Fraternal Order of Police Rose of Sharon Lodge 3, Sharon. As a member of the Goldwing Riders Association, he enjoyed his Honda Goldwing trike motorcycle and loved taking his grandson Wilson for rides around the yard, He loved to ride his trike to Lake Erie just to watch the sunsets.

He had a passion for going to auctions and getting the "buy of the day" to bring home. His smile and "always-willing-to-help personality" helped many people.

Relay for Life played a very important part in his life. He was always helping to drive the delivery truck, along with his brother Bob to set up signs, displays and anything else to help the Relay. He was awarded the 2008 Spirit Award from the Relay for Life team in Trumbull County.

His wife, the former Colleen Wojtanoski, whom he married Nov. 22, 1969, survives at home in Brookfield.

Also surviving are two sons, Ryan and his fiancee, Stephanie Matthews of Missoula, Mont., and Mark Alter of Girard; a daughter, Lisa Stamford and her husband, Mark of Girard; a grandson, Wilson Bruce Stamford, whom he dearly loved and with whom he enjoyed spending time; his mother of Brookfield; two brothers, Robert Alter and his wife, Suzi, of Naples, Fla., and Thomas Alter and his wife, Stephanie, of Masury; and a sister, Susan Sirianni and her husband, Peter, of West Palm Beach, Fla,.

Other survivors include family members, Marvella Rinas, Carol Babinger and her husband, David, and Leah Babinger, all of California and Hermitage, Pa.; Fred Astey of Pittsburgh; and his goddaughters, Kristen Pavkovich and Jenny Aszalos.

He was preceded in death by his father in 1978.

Services were Friday at St.Vincent DePaul Church in Vienna. The family requests memorial contributions be made to American Cancer Society Relay for Life in care of Sharon Regional Cancer Care Center, 2320 Highland Road, Hermitage, Pa. 16148; or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were by John A. Palisin Funeral Home, Hermitage. Interment was at St. Rose Cemetery, Hermitage.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Jeffrey Gryn and his entire oncology staff and all the doctors, nurses and lab staff members who gave Bruce support through the past five years. A special thank you goes to Hospice of the Valley, Warren, for the wonderful care given Bruce the past few months.

FREEDOM - Joe R. Magos, 92, passed away Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Bonnie's Home in Rootstown.

He was born Oct. 14, 1913, in Akron, the son of the late Toby and Rose Shoen Magos.

He was employed as a diesel mechanic. Joe was a member of Garrettsville Masonic Lodge 246. He also enjoyed gardening.

He is survived by his sons, Bob (Joyce) of McKinney, Texas, and Ron (Mary Lee) of St. Louis; a brother Toby of Watertown, N.Y.; a sister, Magdeline (Lee) Rabitan of Kent; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Zona Masters Magos, whom he married Jan. 12, 1938, and who passed away Aug. 27, 2005; and his daughter, Susan McCullough.

Calling hours are 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville 44231. Masonic services will be 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, with the Rev. Fred Bell officiating.

Burial will follow at Park Cemetery, Garrettsville. www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com

SAMUEL J. MASON  GARRETTSVILLE LODGE #246    POSTED 2/18/09

WINDHAM - Samuel J Mason, 84, of Windham, passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at Robinson Memorial Hospital, Ravenna.

He was born May 24, 1924, in Waynesburg, Pa., to Samuel and Katherine Shoup Mason Sr.

He worked as a machine repairman for many years at Polson Rubber Co. of Garrettsville and later at Ford Motor Co.

Samuel was a World War II veteran, having served in the South Pacific during the war.

He was a member of the Garrettsville Masonic Lodge 246. He enjoyed gardening and his trips to Las Vegas. What Samuel loved most was time with his family, especially his namesake granddaughter, Samantha.

Samuel is survived by his wife, Louise Callahan, whom he married June 4, 1948; his sons, Samuel ''Keith'' Mason of Youngstown and Jeffery Mason of Garrettsville; his sister, Pauline Mason of Green County, Pa.; and his beloved granddaughter, Samantha Mason. He also is survived by his daughter-in-law, Sherry Mason of Newton Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Gary; and his sister, Irene Henderson.

Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, with a Masonic service at 5:30 p.m. at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville. The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Burial with full military honors will follow at Windham Township Cemetery.

WB Ewing Peeler recently had surgery to remove a tumor on the brain.  He is currently in a rehabilitation facility recovering from the surgery.  Please remember WB Peeler in your thoughts and prayers.  Cards may be sent to the following address:

Ewing Peeler

7580 Ohio Street

Mentor, OH  44060-446

Brother Grumbling underwent a quadruple bypass operation yesterday, Friday, February 13, 2009 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital.  He is progressing well and is expected to be released next week.  

Brother Milton, Junior Warden of Carroll F. Clapp Lodge is in Trumbull Memorial Hospital awaiting by pass surgery.  He is tentatively scheduled for by pass surgery on Friday, February 13, 2009. Please remember Bro. Grumbling in your thoughts and prayers.

Cards may be sent to:

Milton Grumbling

PO Box 547

Leavittsburg, OH  44430

WB Adrain McAleer took a fall on the ice, Saturday February 7, 2009.  As a result of the fall, he fractured an ankle, which is currently in a boot until the swelling goes down. WB McAleer's home address is :

384 Secrest

Girard, OH  44420 

Calling hours are 6-8 PM on Monday, January 26, 2009 at Mallory- DeHaven- Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, Oh. 44231, where Masonic Services will be held at 5:30 PM. Funeral Services will be at 11 AM on Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Carl Bailey officiating. Burial with full military and police honors will follow at Windham Twp.

RWB Curtis Miller is well on the road to recovery.  He is allowed to drive again, and is "working" part time.  If you desire to speak with him, his home phone number is 330-652-3625.

Masonic funeral services for H. Lou Almack, 83, of Madison, will be 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.

Mr. Almack died Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, in Cleveland.

He was born Dec. 9, 1925, in Coshocton, the son of E.A. and Minnie Snack Almack, and was their seventh son.

He attended West Lafayette Central High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in December 1942, and served 31 months as a radio and radar operator on the USS Talamanca in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged at Great Lakes Naval Base on Jan. 19, 1946.

He was a past master (1984-85) of Willoughby Lodge 302, Free and Accepted Masons, and was also a member of Willoughby Chapter 231 Royal Arch Masons, a 32nd degree Mason in the Valley of Cleveland Scottish Rite, and a former member of Al Koran Shrine. He had also belonged to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2926 in Cleveland.

Mr. Almack was a self-employed contractor during most of his working years. From 1965 to 1985, he was employed by Chelm Management Co. in Cleveland as a maintenance superintendent.

Survivors are his beautiful and loving wife, Carolyn Fultz Almack; three great stepchildren, Robert Fultz of Mentor, Beverly Feher of Texas and Edward Fultz of Painesville; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Mitchell and Patricia Almack; and brother, Harry.

His parents; brothers, Glenn, George, James, Ralph and Russell; and sister, Gertrude, are deceased. Mr. Almack’s first wife, Edna, died in 1989.

Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. until service time. Military honors will be rendered by the U.S. Navy. Private burial will take place at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township.

Richard L. ‘‘Dick’’ Swanson 1934-2009 Western Reserve #507   posted 1/8/09

Brother Judy is at home recovering from a concussion, suffered in a fall on Saturday, January 3^rd, 2009. Please remember Bob in your thoughts and prayers.

Bob’s address is:

29 Apricot Drive SW

Warren, OH 44485

RWB Curtis Miller has had a pacemaker as well as a stint implanted this week.  He is currently at home and sore. He is at home and sore.  He has to relax for at least 30 days and is on a diet. 

 Send him a card or email if you get a chance. 

 His contact information is:

Curtis Miller

851 Bowman Street

Niles, OH  44446

Email:  cam694pm@sbcglobal.net

Herbert N. Kay III     1948-2008                         William Farr Lodge #672

Charles E. Lyon
Tuesday, December 16, 2008

ASHTABULA — Charles E. Lyon, age 87, of West 19th St., Ashtabula, Ohio, died Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at the Country Club Retirement Campus.

RWB ROGER YOST         November 27, 2008

RWB Yost is now at home recovering from cervical fusion.  The procedure was performed at University Hospital in Cleveland, where he remained overnight to recover. He is doing well, and is able to take phone calls.  Please remember RWB Yost in your thoughts and prayers.

 Roger Yost

975 Perkins-Jones Road

Warren, OH  44483

Phone 330-372-2508

RWB Anderson returned home Friday night, November 21, 2008.  Tom's home phone number is 440-259-2131. 

Herbert S. Page  Mantua Lodge #533

November 19, 2008

Herbert S. Page 88 years of age a resident of the Shalersville area since 1982, passed away Monday November 17, 2008 at the Gardens of Western Reserve after a brief illness. Mr. Page was born on February 25, 1920 in Levy, Arkansas the son of the late Harry and Minnia (Foell) Page. A graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School, he then attended Tiffin Business University, majoring in Business Administration and Accounting. Herb served in the U.S. Army in World War II with the 128th Ordinance Maintennace Company, seeing action in all major engagements in Northern Europe, earning 5 Battle Stars. After World War II, he was employed by Aetna Life and Casualty for 35 years as an Auditor, Department administrator and Officer. Herb moved to the Shalersville area following retirement, where his many enjoyments included traveling with his Airstream as a member of the Akron Unit of the Wally Byam Caravan Club, taking numerous cruises visiting all world continents, and being a very active member of Mantua Masonic Lodge No. 533 F. & A.M. for 54 years, serving more than 20 years as Lodge Treasurer and being involved with both the Scottish Rite and Sphinx Shrine Masonic Bodies. Mr. Page is survived by his sister Lena Crane of Ravenna, Ohio, his nieces Carol Crane of Houston, Texas, Sandra (Edward) Tawney of Ravenna, Ohio and Martha Jenkins of Cleveland, Ohio, his nephew Jeff (Colleen) Crane of Mantua, Ohio and seven great nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Monday November 24, 2008 from 6:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua, where a Masonic service will be Monday at 5:45 P.M. Funeral services will be Monday at the funeral home at 7:00 P.M. with the Rev. Chad Delaney of the Mantua Center Christian Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family of Mr. Page suggest donations in his name to either the Mantua-Shalersville Fire Department or to the Ohio Masonic Benevolent Fund through the Mantua Masonic Lodge. Herb will be laid to rest at Riverside Cemetery in Shalersville Township. www.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com (Green Funeral Home 330-274-3145 RC 11-19-2008)

RWB Tom Anderson is in  Geauga Regional Hospital, recovering from shoulder surgery.  He is doing well, and is expected to return home on Saturday.  If you care to call RWB Anderson, the phone number in his room is  440-285-6610.  

Tom's home address is:  3965 Manchester Road, Perry OH   44081-9601

Mr. Catchpole was born Dec. 13, 1926, in Vienna, the son of Fred W. and Edna M. Crook Catchpole. Richard graduated from Vienna High School in 1945 and afterwards served our country in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Following the war, he married the former Beverly Beaver on May 2, 1947. Together they shared 61 years of marriage. Richard went on to work for WCI Steel for 37 years as a roller, before his retirement in 1990.

He was a member of the Vienna United Methodist Church as well as the Copper Penny Masonic Lodge in Vienna. Throughout his life he enjoyed fishing, horseback riding and spending time at his cabin on Lake Baptiste in Ontario, Canada, with his family and friends.

Richard is survived by his wife, Beverly; three sons, Robert (Julia) Catchpole of Liberty, Ronald (Paulette) Catchpole of Vienna and Larry (Wendy) Catchpole of Talmadge; and a daughter, Debora (Stephen) Leatherman on Miami, Fla.; as well as 11 grandchildren, William, Rebecca, Nicholas, David, Ryan, Brandon, Sandra, Stephen, Sean, Cory and Emily.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Linda Yeager; a brother, Fred W. Catchpole Jr.; and his sister, Beryl Baker.

Calling hours will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Lane Funeral Homes, Madasz Chapel, where a funeral service will be held 6 p.m. Burial will be at Vienna Township Cemetery.

The family suggests contributions can be made to Celtic Hospice or the Vienna United Methodist Church.

Family and friends can send condolences to www.madaszchapel.com.

He was born May 21, 1921, in Frostburg, Pa., the son of the late Jesse B. and Cora Jane Huffman Smith. Smitty moved to Trumbull County in the early 1940s from Punxsutawney, Pa.

Smitty served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and worked at Packard Electric Corp. for 36 years, retiring as a foreman in 1978. He was a member of Tod Avenue United Methodist Church and a 47-year member of Carroll F. Clapp Lodge No. 655 F&AM in Warren, entering the lodge in 1961. Smitty enjoyed cooking, baking, woodworking, antique cars and vegetable and flower gardening. He especially enjoyed raising and cultivating tomatoes.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary Jane Enterline Smith, whom he married June 30, 1943; one daughter, Susan Lynn (Michael) Shader of Cortland; two granddaughters, Megan Elizabeth and Laura Rose Shader; one brother, Wayne Smith of Warren; and one sister, Dorothy Neal of Frostburg, Pa.

Two brothers, Martin and Mervin Smith; and one sister, Mary Depp, preceded him in death.

Arrangements are being handled by Roberts-Clark Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. Masonic services will also take place Friday evening. Calling hours will also be one hour prior to the service at Tod Avenue United Methodist Church, where services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, with the Rev. Anita Rayburn officiating. Burial will be at Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna.

Material contributions may be made to the memorial fund at the church.

Family and friends may send condolences and view the obituary at www.robertsclarkchapel.com.

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WARREN - Douglas R. Bolen, 61, passed away at 4:37 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at St. Joseph Health Center.

Doug was born March 29, 1947, in Wakefield, Mich., the son of the late Clifford R. and Anna L. Anderson Bolen.

Doug graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in 1965, where he was part of the Civil Air Patrol. He went on to serve our country in the Marine Corps, having served two tours of duty in Vietnam. Once out of the U.S. Marine Corps, Doug continued to serve having worked for Warren City Police Department for 30 years, where he retired in 1999 at the rank of sergeant. Doug was one of the first members of the SWAT team for Warren police. After retiring from Warren Police Department, he was employed with the Trumbull County Sheriff's Office as court security for the 11th District Court of Appeals.

Doug was the current commander of the VFW Post 1090 in Warren and a member of Cortland Masonic Lodge 529. He was an avid Steelers, Yankees and NASCAR fan; he enjoyed bocce, hunting and fishing. Doug was very active with charity events especially Toys-for-Tots. He was past president of the Blue Knights Chapter 14. Doug will be remembered for his dedication to law enforcement, military, and serving his country.

He is survived by his wife of 26 years, the former Kathie Daniels Bolen, whom he married Sept. 25, 1981; two children, Gidgette (Todd) Owen of Huntsburg and Doug Bolen of Warren; godchildren, Mary Dickson, Samantha Bell and Joseph Bell; his siblings, Marlene Delich and Gretchen Cottingham, both of Wakefield, Mich., and Bruce (Martha) Bolen of Niles; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Gunner. For all who knew Doug, he will be greatly loved and missed.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Donald Bolen; and two sisters, Shirlee Johnson and Audreen Bolen.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel. Family will be receiving friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, where the F.O.P, Masonic Lodge 529 and VFW Post 1090 will hold services starting at 7 p.m.

The family has asked that material contributions be made in Doug's memory to either the VFW Post 1090 in Warren to help with Toys- for-Tots or to the Animal Welfare League.

Family and friends may view this obituary online and send condolences at www.robertsclarkchapel.com.