Antonia (Zatorsky) Palmer
Antonia (Zatorsky) Palmer, age 66, passed away Feb. 22, 2011, at her home in Lakeland, Fla.

Survivors include her husband, William Palmer; children, Denise (Jimmy) Cavallaro and Steven (Tina) Witt; stepchildren, Billy, Steve (Beth), and Valerie; grandchildren, Brandon, Carmen, Tucker, Emma, Ethan, Benjamin and Reanna; siblings, Audrey Zalar and William (Ele) Zatorsky; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Ann Pauline Zatorsky.

Private burial will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2011, at Riverside Cemetery in Painesville.

Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life 2 p.m. Sunday, March 13, at V.F.W. Post 7754, 540 New St., Fairport Harbor.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the ASPCA atwww.aspca.org/donate.




John F. Olafson
Mar. 11, 1971 – Jan 24, 2011



John F. Olafson, 39, of Lodi CA, died Monday at Euclid Hospital in Euclid, OH.

John was an avid sports fan. Among his beloved teams were the San Jose Sharks, San Francisco 49erÂ’s and NASCAR.

John is survived by the love of his life, Jen Fischer; his mother, Beverly Guinn of Lodi, CA; brothers, Wayne Larkin of Stockton, CA and Scott Olafson of Bend, OR; sister, Denise Vaughn of Lodi, CA; six nieces, four nephews and seven great nieces and nephews.




Carl Fischer

Carl H. FIscher was born on January 7, 1941 and left this earth on December 22, 2010. He was the son of Martin and Clara (Hocke) Fischer and lived in Columbus for the early part of his life.

He was preceeded in death by his wife Karen A. Fischer (Casselberry) they had been married 32 years. He leaves to mourn his brother-in-law Tim Casselberry (Judy) and his sister-in-law Lorraine Klicman (Chuck) and numerous nieces and nephews.

Carl was a kind and gentle soul and will be greatly missed. A memorial service is planned for the spring at the Rittman National Cemetery. Carl had been a resident of West Bay Health Center in Westlake, Ohio for the past six years.




Melissa Furlong


Melissa McConnell Furlong, age 38, departed this life on February 13, 2011.

Beloved Mother of Miranda, Zackery, and Chloe; Loving Daughter of Alan McConnell; Loving Sister of Edward and Kara McConnell; Aunt of Alexandra, Dayne, Vincent, Milian.

She was preceded in death by her mother Sue Hawkings.

Family will receive friends from 3 to 6p.m. at the Orlando-Donsante Funeral Home, 29550 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, on Saturday, February 19, 2011.Funeral Service starts at 6 p.m. Burial is private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family



Willie R. Thompson



Funeral Service for Willie R. Thompson, 68, of Painesville, will be 12 noon, Saturday at Union Community Church, 10959 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Painesville, Ohio.

Mrs. Thompson passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2011, at her home surrounded with the love of her family.

Born August 7, 1942, in Ethel, Mississippi, she has been a resident of Lake County for 56 years, living in Painesville.

She was a proud member of New Hope Baptist Church. She worked at Broadmoor School for the MRDD for over 37 years. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandkids.

She was the loving mother of Kevin Alston of Dayton, Sonja (Bob) Fishleigh of Willoughby, Terry (Christie) Thompson of Willoughby, Mary “Cindi” Solivan of Concord, and Kristi (Dave) Seibert of Painesville; cherished grandmother of 24; great-grandmother of 10; sister of James E. Alston of Kosciusko, MS, Ruby H. Alston of New Brunswick, New Jersey, Marie Jeffries of Painesville, Ida D. Kimbrough of Kosciusko, MS; Niece of Robert Alston of Painesville and Minnie B. Hayes of Muskegon, MI; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her son, Michael G. Cooper; parents, James and Alcolar (nee Adams) Alston; sisters, Bernice Alston, Catherine Davenport; brother, Clinton Alston.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Johnson Funeral Home, 368 Mentor Ave., Painesville. Burial will be at Riverside cemetery in Painesville. Family will also receive friends 1 hour before the service at the church. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Mary McCrone



Mary Teresa (nee Rendek) McCrone, 62, of Painesville, passed away January 20, 2011.

She was born October 29, 1948, in Baja, Hungary.

Mary was proud of her Hungarian heritage where she was a member of The Hungarian Reformed Church. Her faith and dedication was strong. She leaves behind many friends and especially the ones at SamÂ’s Club in Mentor where she has worked as a baker since the opening of the store. She enjoyed the Arts, museums, flowers. Most of all she loved her family. She took great pride spending time with her granddaughter Madelaine.

She was a 1967 graduate of Thomas W. Harvey High and received her bachelor degree from Ursuline College. She was a member of William Penn Association and the Hungarian Genealogy Association.

She was the loving mother of Brian A.(Becky) McCrone, of, Ashtabula; grandmother of Madelaine; proud sister of Louis J.(Nancy) Rendek of Eastlake, John Rendek of Madison; Aunt of Louie, Ed, Aja, Willie, Alex Rendek; Great Aunt of Aedan, Ethan, and Karyn Rendek; Stepfather, Donald Mackey.

She was preceded in death by her parents Louis and Mary Rendek.

Family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, at The Johnson Funeral Home, 368 Mentor Ave., Painesville, Ohio, 44077.

Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January, 26, 2011 at The Hungarian Reformed Church, 601 Plum Street, Fairport Harbor, Ohio, 44077.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Dennis Larabee



Funeral Services for Dennis Patrick Larabee, age 56, lifetime resident of Euclid, will be at 7p.m. Thursday, November 11, 2010, at The Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, Ohio.

Mr. Larabee passed away Nov. 7, 2010.

Born April 21, 1954, in Euclid, Ohio. He loved spending time with his family and his dogs. He was an avid NASCAR fan, especially of, Dale Earnhardt.

He is survived by his loving wife, Therese M. (née Cahill), of Euclid; He was the caring father of Brian Gecewich (Danielle) of South Euclid, Christine Vish (Matthew), of North Ridgeville, Richard Gecewich (Nicol), of Germany, Robert Gecewich (Ashlee), of Tenneessee; Grandfather of Kaylie, Dexter, Mallory, Brynn, and Camden.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 7pm at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral costs.

Arrangements are entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.

Online condolences are at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com.





Betty Jane Montague



Funeral Services for Betty Jane Montague, age 88, of Chester Township will be, 10am Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township 44026. Mrs. Montague passed away peacefully November 5, 2010, with her son Jim by her side.

Born January 12, 1922 in Chester Township, she lived her entire life in Chester and was active in numerous organizations in Geauga County. She was a longtime member of the Republican Party. Member of the Great Geauga County Fair Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, and she was a Charter member of the P.E.O. Organization. Betty’s parents owned one of the first “Harry and Mary’s Confectionary Store” across from Chester school then Betty continued in the business with a railroad salvage store in her basement until the early 60’s. She worked as director of the American Lung Association until elected Clerk of Courts in Geauga County where she was in office for 16 years until her retirement.

She is survived by her sons; James Allen(Barbara) of Chester Township, William Paul(Darlene) of Goliad, Texas; loving grandmother of Katie, Lindsay, Jamie, Jason and Amanda; great grandmother to four.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Paul William Montague, brother Donald Ditto and parents Harry and Mary Ditto. Family will receive friends Tuesday from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family, to be distributed to BettyÂ’s favorite charities in her name. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Phyllis Mae Archbold


Memorial Services for Phyllis Mae Archbold,71, of Kirtland, will be 7pm Sunday at The Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, Ohio, 44094. Mrs. Archbold died Thursday, October 7, 2010, at Lake West Hospital with her family by her side. Born May, 3, 1939 in Wyandotte, MI.

Survivors are her caring husband, Robert Archbold; loving children, Robert W. (Renee) of Willowick, Bryan A. (Heather) of Middlefield, William W. (Lisa) of Eastlake, Elizabeth J. (Charles) Singley of Florida; Grandmother of Kathleen Marie and Cody Robert Archbold; Great Grandmother of Isabella Marie; Sister of Ronald, Lawrence, Dorothy, Janet, and Kenneth. She is preceded in death by her parents Edward and Dorothy Peer; sister, Dolores; brother, Edward.

The family will receive friends from 5pm until the time of the service. Burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com.




Lynda Burke




Lynda Carol Burke (nee Scheer), age 70, resident of South Euclid for 24 years and formerly of Cleveland Heights passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010. Born July 31, 1940, in Flint, MI. Loving mother of Colleen Burke (Kenneth Alexander), John Burke (Traci Neligan), George Burke, Maureen Burke (Pearce Cobarr); sister of John Scheer (Michol); dearest grandmother of 9. Preceeded in death by her longtime companion, Robert “Bob” Morehouse, and her parents, Ellsworth “Bud” and Eleanor Scheer. Her greatest loves were her grandkids, playing tennis and gardening. She was a member of the United States Tennis Association. She leaves behind many friends in Ohio and in Naples, Florida where she wintered. Family will receive friends from 1-3 and 5- 7 p.m. Thursday, September 23, 2010, with a Memorial Service to follow at 7p.m., at The DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home 4600 Mayfield Road, South Euclid, Ohio. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of The Western Reserve at 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, Ohio, 44119. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com.




Brian G. Hurley


Funeral Service for Brian G. Hurley, 36, of Kirtland, will be 7 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2010, at The DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home, 28890 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills.

Mr. Hurley passed away Sunday, September 5, 2010.

Born December 21, 1973 in Euclid, he was a Lake County resident for 36 years living in Kirtland.

He was the beloved son of Terrance J. and Shirley (Johnson) Hurley, of Kirtland. Loving nephew of many aunts and uncles.

The family will receive friends 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. William Pollack will officiate the services. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The AlzheimerÂ’s Association, 23215 Commerce Park, Beachwood, Ohio, 44122 in the Hurley family name.

Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.

Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Daniel Richard Swan



Memorial Services for Daniel Richard Swan, age 17, of Thompson, Ohio, will be 1 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010. The family will receive friends 11am to 1pm prior to the service which will be held at the Harvey High School Auditorium, 200 West Walnut Ave., Painesville, Ohio, 44077. The Pastor Mark Spansel of Leroy Community Church will officiate the services.

Daniel passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at Rainbow Babies & ChildrenÂ’s Hospital, with his family by his side.

He was born September 10, 1992, in Cleveland, Ohio.

He was a devoted son, brother, nephew, and grandson. Daniel celebrated his Irish tradition, loved to imitate an Irish brogue, and dreamed of a trip to Ireland. He had a unique sense of style and taste in music. He enjoyed art at Ledgemont High School and loved his red jeep “Molli”. Daniel was considering a career in nursing and had planned to start school this fall. He was a scuba diver and was working towards his rescue diver certification for the Montville Township fire department. He will truly never be forgotten by anyone who knew him.

Daniel was the loving son of William Joseph and Christina(Magoun) Swan III, of Thompson; caring brother of Joshua A.(Leigh) Swan of Willoughby, William J. Swan IV, of Las Vegas, Zachariah M. Swan of Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, Michael D. Swan serving in the U.S. Navy in Okinawa, Japan, Maggie Jo Swan of Thompson, and Brian M. Young of Thompson; Uncle of Bryar Mackenzie Swan; Grandson of Cy and Nancy Sydenstricker of Wickliffe; He leaves behind many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The family wishes to express thanks and appreciation to the community for the outpouring of help and support through this tragedy.

In lieu of flowers donations to be made in Daniel SwanÂ’s name at any Huntington Bank location to benefit youth ministries dear to the Swan family. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Online condolences at www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Anna Elizabeth Chenin



Anna Elizabeth Chenin, 82, passed away peacefully, August 6, 2010, in Beachwood, Ohio. Beloved mother of Avery (Alice) Chenin of Mayfield Heights; loving grandmother of Nathan and Jackson; dear sister of Frank, Tony, and Ted Fistek. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Chenin, of over 25 years.

She was past president of the Cleveland Culinary Association. Pastry Chef of the year in 1989. She received the lifetime achievement award of American Culinary Federation. She was former Pastry Chef Instructor at Tri-C. She was a member of Our Lady Chapel at Gilmour Academy and proud member of Beta Sigma Phi. She loved arts and crafts, and especially loved spending her time with her grandkids.

Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady Chapel at Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Rd., Gates Mills, Ohio, (enter off S.O.M. Center), Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at 6pm. Family will receive friends from 5-6pm. Rev. John J. Blazek will officiate. Interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. Donations in her name to be made to Stone Gardens at Menorah Park, 27100 Cedar Rd., Beachwood, Ohio, 44122. www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Rudolph Slapansky Jr.



Memorial service for Rudolph Slapansky Jr., 92, of Aurora, will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2010 at Independence Village of Aurora, 505 South Chillicothe Rd., Aurora, Ohio 44202.

Mr. Slapansky passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010. He was the loving husband of Mildred Slapansky; Father of Mary (Kevin) Ryan, of Shaker Heights; Brother of Rose Marie Koeppe, of Arizona; Grandfather of Kate and Brendan Ryan. Rudolph was a U.S. Army veteran, and proud member of the Typesetters' Union , Czechoslovak Society of America, Barbershop Harmony Society, the American Radio Relay League. Born May 6, 1918, in La Grange, Texas, he lived in North Riverside, Illinois, before moving to Aurora, Ohio in 2005. Burial service will be Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at The Woodlawn Cemetery and Chapel, 7750 Cermak Road, Forest Park, Ill. 60130

Funeral arrangements entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Carol Ann (Kurtz) Burris


Memorial Services for Carol Ann (Kurtz) Burris, age 64, of Eastlake, Ohio and formerly of Cleveland of 30 years, will be 8 p.m. Thursday, July 1, 2010, at the Orlando-Donsante Funeral Home, 29550 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, 44092.

Mrs. Burris passed away Friday, June 25, 2010, at Lakewest Hospital, with her family by her side.

She was born September 24, 1945 in Hendricks Field, Florida.

She was a devoted loving mother, grammy, and sister. Carol loved life and was always full of laughter. She loved her "punch bugs" and was always the neighborhood taxi. She will truly never be forgotten by anyone who knew her.

Survivors are her daughters, Stephanie (Michael) Moisio of Lyndhurst and Kristy Burris of Willoughby; grandchildren, Joey, little William, Maggie, and Joshua; sister, Barbara (Tom) Wladyka of Strongsville.

She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Burris who passed away in 2003; parents, Charles and Wanda (Bochenek) Kurtz.

Calling hours will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Internment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.



Elizabeth Anne "Betty" Schleicher




Elizabeth Anne "Betty" Schleicher, age 79, of Kirtland, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Hospice of The Western Reserve in Cleveland, with her family by her side.

She was born May 18, 1931, in Cleveland.

After the passing of her loving husband of 19 years, Eugene J. Schleicher Sr., in 1975, Betty was all about spending time with her family, and especially her grandchildren.

She was the beloved mother of Eugene J. Schleicher Jr. of Willoughby, Elaine (Harry) Cook of Concord Township, and Edward J. (Tammi) Schleicher of Charlotte, N.C.; sister of Marge (Don) Bard of Eastlake, Jim (Jean) McCoy of Eastlake, Tom (Kathy) McCoy of Willoughby, Jack (Geri) McCoy of Eastlake, Geri (Vince) Costello of Perry, Ella (John) Smith of Columbia Station, Ceil Congdon of Willoughby, and Kathy (Jim) Michalski of Madison; loving grandmother of James, Jonathon, Josiah, Jered Schleicher, Laura (Dave) Zehner, Frank (Amy) Cook, Amanda (Chad) Raebuck, Adam Cook, Eden and Jordan Schleicher; great-grandmother of eight; and an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins and second cousins. "Yes, we are a big Irish family!"

She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene J. Schleicher Sr.; parents, Belle and Harry McCoy; sister, Pat Corrigan; and brother-in-law, Jerry Congdon.

Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12, 2010, at the Immaculate Conception Church, 37932 Euclid Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Jakubs-Danaher Funeral Home, 36000 Lakeshore Blvd., Eastlake, OH 44095. Internment will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.




Michael Robert Guarino



Michael Robert Guarino, age 61, of Willoughby Hills, died Saturday, May 29, 2010 at Hospice of The Western Reserve in Cleveland with his family by his side.

He was born October 4, 1948 in Cleveland.

Michael was the caring father of Michael Anthony Guarino of Willoughby Hills; loving son of Doris J. Guarino of Willoughby Hills and Angelo F. Guarino of Clermont, Florida; brother of Robert J. of Willoughby Hills, William R. of Willoughby Hills, Raymond C. of Willoughby, Marianne(Tom) Lorini of Fairlawn, Bernadette(John) Fazi of Fairview Park, Terri A.(Jim) Poppy of Florida; dear uncle of Adam and Anthony Poppy; Lauren and Alexa Guarino; Alexa Fazi; Sarah, Rachel, Christine Guarino.

Michael was a proud member of The Italian-American Brotherhood Club of Little Italy. He enjoyed many good friends, playing pinochle, boating and movies. He had an excessive love of animals.

Funeral Mass will be at 11a.m. Wednesday at Saint John of The Cross, 140 Richmond Road, Cleveland, 44143.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8p.m. Monday and from 1 to 3p.m. and 6 to 8p.m. Tuesday at the Orlando-Donsante Funeral Home, 29550 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, 44092. Interment will be private.




Biagina "Bessie" McKay


McKAY BIAGINA "BESSIE" McKAY, 90, of Garfield Hts., peacefully passed away on April 26, 2010, with her loving son Arthur by her side. Born Sept. 29, 1919 in Cleveland, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Viola (nee Talore) Spennicchia. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Charles and Sammy and sister Mary. Biagina was the caring mother of Arthur A. McKay of Lakewood, and Regina Thorton of FL; grandmother of two; dear sister of Connie Roberto and Yolanda Zvolensky. The family would like to give special thanks to St. Augustine Manor and their caring staff. THE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS THURSDAY, APRIL 29 FROM 10:30-11:30 A.M. AT THE BLESSING FUNERAL HOME, 8592 DARROW RD., TWINSBURG, OH (1/2 MI. S. OF I-480, RT. 91 EXIT) where funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. immediately following visitation. Internment private. THE CHARLES R. BLESSING FUNERAL HOME. (330-963-4100)

www.blessingfuneralhome.com





Richard "Dick" Fishleigh




Richard "Dick" Fishleigh of Willoughby, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 23, 2010, after a brief and brave fight with cancer.

Born in 1933, in Kirtland, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served overseas during the Korean War. He achieved the rank of First Sergeant and was honorably discharged in 1955.

He was a talented multi-sport athlete at Kirtland High School, a handyman who built a house for his young family in Kirtland and a good friend to many throughout his life.

He was passionate in his support of conservative politics, he loved classic movies, and was a particularly big fan of John Wayne. He always enjoyed a good debate and coming up with interesting trivia or puzzles to share with family and friends.

A member in good standing of the V.F.W. and American Legion, he was a family man who organized the Fishleigh-Dranse reunions for many years.

Dick worked most of his career in the lumber business and continued to work in that industry to the end of his life.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Harry and Annie; and brothers, Walter, William and Harry.

He is survived by his children, Joe (Terry) of Chagrin Falls, Mary Zimmer of Hambden and Robert (Sonja) of Willoughby; seven grandchildren; and his first wife and lifelong friend, Norma Hinkelman.

Memorial services will be 7 p.m. Thursday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby, where the family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday prior to the service.

Donations can be made in Dick Fishleigh's name to Hospice of the Western Reserve.

Arrangements are entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.





Joseph Franklin Minoski


Memorial services for Joseph F. Minoski, 82, of Willowick, will be 4p.m. Sunday at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 East 321st St. Willowick.

Mr. Minoski passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009, at Hospice House in Cleveland with his family by his side.

Born March 6, 1927, in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, he had been a Lake County resident for the past 55 years living in Willowick. He had previously lived in Yukon, PA.

He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during WWII. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 678 Willowick. He loved spending time with his daughters and especially his
grandkids.
Mr. Minoski retired from National Acme, and worked in the maintenance department at Eastlake North High School.

He is the loving father of Linda J. Beil(Tim Tesar) of Willowick, Susan J.(Kevin) Smith of Charlotte, N.C., Gail A.(Mark) Vivaronda of Springhill, Tenn., Janet M.(Joe) Whalen of Perrysburg; cherished grandfather of 12; brother of John, James, Michael, Donald, William, Lucille, and Donna; longtime friend and former husband of Phyllis J. Moore of Willowick.

He was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Edith Minoski; and brother Edward.

Friends may call from 3 to 4 Sunday at the church prior to the service. Fr. Ron Wearsch will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119, or in care of the family.

Funeral arrangements entrusted by The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service. www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com.




Robert H. Nowak Jr.




Robert H. Nowak Jr.., 67, passed away Dec. 31, 2009, at University Hospital in Cleveland, with his family by his side.

Born Dec. 29, 1942, in Mantua, he had been a Lake County resident, living in Mentor for the past 15 years, and had previously lived in Willoughby.

Robert was a U.S. Army veteran, member of the N.C.C.C. Corvette Club, and volunteered with unmatched dedication to the Ridge Pointe Child Care Family in Mentor. He was known for his incredible ability to always be there when you needed him. His hobbies included various construction and remodeling jobs for friends and family.

Rob proudly served the people of Parker Hannifin for 30 years and will always be affectionately remembered as "The Pope."

He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Julia Mae (Shifflett) Nowak of Mentor. He was the loving father of Robert C. Nowak of Willoughby, Tonja L. Schleicher of Mentor and Tracy R. (Robert Beverstock) Shifflett of Willoughby; caring grandfather of James, Jonathon, Josiah and Jered Schleicher, and Nathaniel Shifflett; brother of Richard R. Nowak of Mentor and Kathleen S. (William) Raymond of Brunswick; and uncle of Richard Nowak, Michael (Farha) Nowak, William Raymond and Kimberly (Steve) Yakowec.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary Catherine (Christopher) Nowak.

Calling hours will be from noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, with funeral services at 8 p.m. at the Davis Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ridge Pointe Child Care Center, 9650 Old Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, OH 44060 for a memorial in Robert Nowak's honor.

Arrangements are entrusted to The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.

For online condolences, please visit http://www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com





John "Randy" Randolph Lashley III




John "Randy" Randolph Lashley III, age 78, of Waynesboro, Pa., passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009.

He was born Oct. 14, 1931, in Waynesboro, Pa.

Mr. Lashley worked for Landis Tool Company and Teledyne Inc.

He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in the Korean War. He was also a member of the local Elks 731, Eagles, and American Legion Post 15. He was a member of the Ohio Commodores and a graduate of Massanutten Military Academy and The University of Pittsburgh. He played semi-pro football for The Waynesboro Tigers. He had a passion for the game of golf and enjoyed playing cards with his poker club.

Survivors are his dearest daughters, Ann (Tony) Sender of Las Vegas, Nev., Laura (Ed) Perz of Willoughby, Barbara (Ben) Robinson of Willoughby, and Jan (Kevin) O'Donnell of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren, Karlee, Mackenzie, and Benjamin Robinson, and Andrew Perz; sister, Elizabeth (William) Cook of Waynesboro, Pa.; many nieces and nephews; and former wife, Barbara Potter (Jack) Walsh.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and John Lashley.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home, 28890 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. Graveside services in his hometown of Waynesboro, Pa., will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Student Loan Fund at the Waynesboro Elks Club 731, 66 W. Main St., Waynesboro, PA 17268.

Arrangements are entrusted to Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.





Robert A. Morehouse




Funeral Mass for Robert A. Morehouse, age 88, of Novelty for 56 years and formerly of Cleveland Heights, will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Anselm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township.

Mr. Morehouse passed away peacefully at his home Oct. 17, 2009.

He was born March 26, 1921, in Erie, Pa.

Mr. Morehouse was a member of Plumbers Local 55. He worked for Cleveland Plumbing and Heating, retiring from University Hospitals in 1983.

He was a tail gunner in the U.S. Air Force serving in World War II and was also a standout in baseball for the Air Force. He played in the St. Francis of Assisi and Forest Hills softball leagues. He was an avid golfer and loved teaching everyone how to golf. He looked forward to his winter Florida trips to Emerald Woods in Naples, where he leaves behind many friends.

He was the proud father of Nancy A. Coyne of Willoughby, Barbara A. (James) Montague of Chester Township, Butch (Shelley) of Chagrin Falls, Doug of Novelty, and Judith A. (John) Pellegrini of Willoughby; loving grandfather of Meghan (Kevin) Klicman, Kevin (Meg) Coyne, Erin (Matt) Duffy, Seamus (Melissa) Coyne, McPatrick Coyne, Katie (Sean) Malone, Lindsay (Toby) Soots, Jamie Montague, Brittany (Justin) Stark, Rob, Taylor and MacKenzie Morehouse, John (Alexis) Pellegrini, Danny and Brian Pellegrini; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty J. (Dick) Miller of Raleigh, N.C., uncle of many nieces and nephews; and loving friend of Lynda C. Burke of South Euclid.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Sullivan, who passed away in 1988; and parents, Roy and Elsie Morehouse.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home, 28890 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.




Aaron Phillip "Phil" West




Memorial services for Aaron Phillip "Phil" West, 41, of Orwell, will be 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at The Victory Lane Assembly of God, 5977 Andrews Road, Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH 44060. Pastor David Bill will officiate.

Mr. West died Aug. 18, 2009, at his residence in Orwell.

He was born Sept. 20, 1967, in Lake County, and was a longtime resident of Willoughby.

Mr. West enjoyed NASCAR racing, camping, fishing and boating. He also raced at Painesville Speedway. He graduated from Cardinal High School in Middlefield and was a member of Local Electrical Union 673.

He is survived by his sons, Aaron of Painesville, Brandon of Madison and, Vincent of Grand River; father, Gerald West of Maine; loving cousin, Merle Murphy of Willoughby; aunt, Rebecca (William) Schnittger of Chardon; uncles, Merle (Sally) Murphy Sr. of Orwell, William (Cindy) Murphy of Dorset, Patrick (Diane) Murphy of Rome, Max (Janet) Murphy of Mentor and Tim Murphy of Chester Township; several cousins; and special longtime friend, Angie Mangelo.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Anne West.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to service Saturday.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family or to Doc's Deepwood Run, Attn: Chris Reschke, 6471 South Grove Dr., Mentor, OH 44060. Burial will be private.

Arrangements are being handled by The Kevin M. Coyne Funeral Service.

http://www.kevincoynefuneralservice.com




Paul William Montague




Paul served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a founding member of Chester Business Men's Association, later to be the Chester Chamber of Commerce. He was a longtime member of the Republican Party — precinct committeeman and party official. He was a member of the Chesterland Baptist Church. For more than 40 years he was a member of the Great Geauga County Fair Board, and for 35 of those years he was parking director. Paul was a member of the Chesterland Historical Society, Geauga County Historical Society and founder and charter member of V.F.W. Chardon Post. He was a life member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association, NRA, and Disabled American Veterans. Paul's love of the outdoors stayed with him throughout his life as he enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapshooting. He was an ideal husband. He loved traveling in his RV, and especially enjoyed spending time in Texas with his best friend, Gene Kenne. He spent his later retirement winters down south in Mission, Texas.

He was the ideal husband of his wife of 67 years, Betty Jane; devoted father of William Paul (Darlene) of Goliad, Texas, James Allen (Barbara) of Chester Township; loving grandfather of Jason, Amanda, Katie, Lindsay, and Jamie; great-grandfather of Jack and Quinn; and brother of Peggy Lou Pletcher of Wheeling, W.Va.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Ray, Forest Fielding; and his sister, Goldie Mae Adams.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, May 17, at the Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township 44026. Burial will be at the Chester Township Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions be made to the Chesterland Historical Society, P.O. Box 513, Chester Township, OH 44026, or to the Shriners Children's Hospital, 815 Market St., Galveston, TX 77550.




Alexis Anne Kittelson




Alexis played the clarinet in the Shore Middle School Band. She was always smiling and had friends everywhere. She loved her dog, Mercedes, and enjoyed ripstick and playing with Littlest Pet Shop toys.

She is survived by her parents, Mark R. (Rebecca) Kittelson of Mentor on the Lake; sister, Alyssa Lynn; brothers, Andrew Michael and Sean Patrick Kittelson; grandparents, Laurene Hughes of Willoughby, Margaret Dudas of Mentor and Robert (Lucia) Dudas of Mentor on the Lake; great-grandparents, Josephine Dudas of Wickliffe and Wilma Zehe of Wickliffe; aunts and uncles, Steven (Jackie) Kittelson of Willoughby Hills, Alice (David) Bennett of Mentor, Katherine (Mark) Coleman of Eastlake, Melissa Boling (Steven) of Mentor on the Lake, Maribeth (Jason) Jones of Mentor, Jonathon Dudas of Mentor on the Lake, and Christina Dudas of Mentor on the Lake. She is also survived by many cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparent, Ronald Hughes; and great-grandparents, Alex Dudas and Frank Zehe.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at the funeral home. Burial will be private.

Donations in Alexis' name may be made to Home Savings Bank, 7707 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060, to any Dollar Bank location, or to the family.



Earl Anderson Jr.




Mass of Christian Burial for Earl Anderson Jr., 82, of Willoughby, will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 37932 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby.

Mr. Anderson passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009, at his home.

Born June 16, 1927, in Waid Township, he was a longtime Willoughby resident.

He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Willoughby. He was a 1945 graduate of the former Willoughby Union High School. He was an avid reader who enjoyed working crossword puzzles, playing pool and spending time with his family.

Mr. Anderson was a self-employed barber, operating his own barber shop on Vine Street in Willoughby for more than 50 years, and also operated Anderson Music Store for about 20 years.

He is survived by his children, David (Donna) Anderson of Willoughby, Don (Joanne) Anderson of Willoughby Hills, Janet (Chris) Frey of Euclid, Ken (Dawn) Anderson of Kirtland and Tom Anderson of Gates Mills; grandchildren, Eric, Daniel (Carin), Ann (Chris) Boehnen, Patrick, Lindsay, Meredith, Megan, Alyssa, Emma, Olivia and Sarah Anderson and Maureen (Adam Munson), Lauren (Jeremiah Swetel), Katie, Marie, David and Tim Frey; 10 great grandchildren; and brother, Ted (Louise) Anderson of Willowick. He also leaves his nieces and nephews and their families.

His beloved wife of 54 years, Marjorie A. (Simon) Anderson, passed away Oct. 30, 2002. His parents, Earl Sr. and Hazel (Spencer) Anderson, are also deceased.

Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby. The Rev. Fr. Michael J. Troha of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate at the Mass. The final resting place will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.