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Feb. 1, 1922 - May 26, 2013

Betty Lou “Betsy” Smith, age 91, of Southern Pines, passed away May 26, at First Health Moore Regional Hospital.
She was born Feb. 1, 1922 in Grand Rapids, MI., to Charles and Gerry Hohn.
Betsy is survived by her husband of 69 years, Boyd J. Smith; son, Patrick (Audrey) Smith of PA; daughters, Julie (Bill) Evans of Dallas, and Jill  (Joe) Gibson, of Concord; brother, Charles G. (Anne) Hohn of MI; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren;
Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines handled arrangements. Interment will be private.

Dec. 19, 1916 - May 29, 2013

Dorothy E. Bennett, age 96, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 29.
She was born December 19, 1916, in Conneaut and was the daughter of the late Jay and Zella (Rhoades) Hogle.
Dorothy retired as a cook from Monroe Elementary School; and in her younger days was active as a Sunday School teacher and 4-H leader. She enjoyed her grandchildren and many hobbies including sewing, crocheting, cooking, gardening, and reading.
Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Bennett, of Conneaut; her son Lester (Betty Jean) Bennett of New Concord; two grandson, Michael (Kristen) Bennett of Cambridge and Brian (Teresa) Bennett of New Concord; five great grandchildren, Katelyn, Matthew, and Julie Bennett of Cambridge and Derek and Nathaniel Bennett of New Concord; as well as many nieces, nephews, and more distant relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Earl; five brothers, Lloyd, Clifford, Walter, Carl, and Paul Hogle; and sisters, Marjory Anderson and Elizabeth Aiken.
Funeral services were held on Monday, June 3, at the Marcy Funeral Home, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, with Rev. Dr. Roger P. Hogle of South Ridge Baptist Church officiating. Burial is in Kelloggsville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 18th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Sign the guestbook at www.marcyfuneralhome.com.

May 24, 1947 – May 25, 2013

Sharon K. Beebe, age 66, of Painesville Twp, formerly of Mentor, passed away May 25 at Lake Med in Painesville Twp. 
She was born May 24, 1947 in Mentor.
Sharon along with her sister, Karen Vidmar, have been making crocheted flags and pillows for the families of fallen soldiers for the past 12 years.
Survivors include her twin sister, Karen (Bernie) Beebe Vidmar; sisters, Joyce Newell and Pamela Meeks; and aunt, Mills Myers.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Florence (Calvert) Beebe; brother, Paul Beebe; sisters, Patricia Oesterle and Janet Erdman; and brother-in-law, Larry Erdman.
Brunner Funeral Home of Mentor handled arrangements.

July 26, 1934 – May 21, 2013

David H. Baier, age 78, of Bratenahl passed away May 21 at Liberty Assisted Living in Munson Twp.
Born July 26, 1934 in Cleveland he had lived in Gates Mills before moving to Bratenahl in 2005.
Mr. Baier was the owner of Arthur H. Baier Co. for more than 55 years prior to his retirement. 
Survivors are his wife, Kay Baier of Bratenahl; children, David A. (Nancy) Baier of Centerburg, Julie (Michael) Havener of Holmesville, and Katherine (Jayme) Knutson of Mentor; 18 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and many other family members.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Julia Baier; and his sister, Gretchen.
Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home handled arrangements. Private family interment will take place at Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland.
In lieu of flowers, Contributions may be made in Mr. Baier’s memory to Grace Church of Mentor, 6883 Reynolds Rd., Mentor, OH 44060.

Nov. 13, 1917 - May 31, 2013

Rosemary Armeni, age 95, of Conneaut, died early Friday, May 31 at the Ashtabula County Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
Rosemary was born November 13, 1917 in Conneaut the daughter of James and Mary Copple Rose. Rosemary worked at the former Goldette Garment factory and at the Crown Jeweler¹s Jewelry Store until it closed.
She also was active at St. Frances Cabrini church functions. She worked in the kitchen for church bingo for over 10 years. She loved to cook for her family and the Saturday dinner gatherings. Rosemary enjoyed baking, making Afghans, quilting, crafts, puzzles and crocheting.
Rosemary raised her sisters and brothers following the death of her mother at a very young age. She liked to crochet afghan¹s and give them as gifts.
She was also a great cook and baker. She liked crafts, flowers, sewing, word games, her ³little garden² and taking care of her home. She also enjoyed having her family over every Saturday for a meal and to keep in touch with them all.
She is survived by one son, Peter Armeni, of Conneaut; a sister Betty Sheldon of Lake City, Pa.; and also sister¹s in law, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Dominic (1968), brothers Frank, Albert, Tony, James, Charles and Vincent Rose; and a sister, Martha Pearson.
Calling hours were on Sunday, June 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Raisian Family Funeral Home, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut.
Mass of the Christian Burial was held on Monday, June 3, at 10 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church, with Fr. Philip Miller officiating. Burial followed at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Frances Building Fund, Conneaut Food Pantry or Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Feb. 1, 1920 - May 24, 2013

Caroline (Lena) Antolik, age 93, of Conneaut, passed away on May 24 at the Villa at the Lake in Conneaut.
Lena was born in Derry, Pennsylvania to Joseph Colby and Elizabeth (Petruccelli) Colby on February 1, 1920.
She attended high school in Conneaut. Lena married Joseph Antolik in 1948. They were blessed with 53 years together before Joe’s passing in 2001.
Lena and Joe lived in Girard Pennsylvania where they were very active in the community.  Lena was a member of Ss. Cyril & Methodius Byzantine Catholic Church in Girard, Pennsylvania. She was an active volunteer in church endeavors.  Lena worked as a quality inspector for General Electric for 40 years. She enjoyed golf, bowling and spending time with friends and family.
Lena and her husband Joe loved to travel. They would spend winters golfing and vacationing in Arizona and Myrtle Beach. They visited many of America’s great National Parks and explored the beautiful vistas of the western United States.
Lena is survived by her brother Nicholas Colby Sr., his wife Mary Colleen of Conneaut Ohio and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Antolik, her father Joseph Colby, her mother Elizabeth (Petruccelli) Colby, her sister Josephine Colby and her brother Chris Colby.

Funeral services were held at the THOMPSON-SMITH-NESBITT FUNERAL HOME, 345 MAIN ST., CONNEAUT, on Wednesday, May 29, with Rev. Father Philip Miller of, St. Mary/St. Frances Cabrini Parish, officiating.  Burial followed at St. John’s Cemetery in Girard, Pennsylvania.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made the American Cancer Society. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff of UH Conneaut Medical Center, the staff at the Villa at the Lake and the volunteers at Hospice of the Western Reserve for the compassion and care they gave to Lena.

March 24, 1934 - May 28, 2013

Beatrice L. Andrascik, age 79, of Epworth Drive, Brooksville Florida, passed away Tuesday, May 28.
She was born on March 24, 1934 in Ashtabula the daughter of Alfred and Pauline (Sleeper) Gillespie.
Beatrice was devoted to the churches she belonged to, including St. Paul United Presbyterian Church in Mentor Ohio, the Church of Christ in Painesville and the Brooksville Wesleyan Church in Brooksville Florida.
She was very active working in the church office, serving as an elder, teaching Sunday School, playing the piano, and singing in the choir. She was an accomplished alto soloist. She enjoyed working as an administrative secretary for Ridgecliff Hospital and in the career office of Lakeland Community College. Most of all she loved being a mother and a grandmother.
She is survived by her husband Robert E. Andrascik, three sons, Bradley (LuAnn) Finlayson of Willowick, Kirt (Mary Jean) Finlayson of Jensen Beach Florida, and Todd (Rena) Finlayson of Port St. Lucie Florida. She had three grandchildren by Brad and LuAnn; Brooke, Jimmy and Kate. There are seven other grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She had three step-daughters including Lynn Spencer (Mark) of Brecksville, Janet Sparker (Steve) of Naples Florida, and MaryBeth Hall of Delaware.
Beatrice was preceded in death by her first husband James Finlayson, her parents and her brother Gordon Gillespie.
Funeral services were Monday, June 3 at the Ashtabula Home of Fleming & Billman Funeral Directors, 526 West Prospect Rd, Ashtabula. Reverend Paul Berridge officiated.  Burial took place at Saybrook Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer’s Research at www.alz.org, or HPH Hospice, 12107 Majestic Blvd. Hudson, FL 34667.  Guest book and obituary at fleming-billman.com.

Sept. 1, 1946 – May 19, 213

Jerry L. Vest, age 66, of Madison passed away on May 19 at his home.
Born Sept. 1, 1946 in Cleveland he was the son of Ethel (Christian) and Carl Vest.
Jerry was a 1964 Graduate of Willoughby South High School. He attended Lakeland Community College and Moler Barber College. Jerry studied under Vidal Sassoon, Paul Mitchell and Martin Parsons.
He served as president of Union Local #92 and director of UFCW Local #880. Jerry was the owner of Top Shelf Salon and was a four time Ohio State Champion Hair Stylist.
He was proud to have been able to cut hair in 48 states. Jerry loved fishing in his spare time and was very involved with the Northeast Ohio Walleye Association.
Jerry is survived by longtime Companion, Debbie Vargo of  Madison; daughter, Donna (Ron) Vest Hare of Ashtabula; four grandchildren, Jonathan and Jaymee Vest, Joshua and Alexis Hare; sister, Patsy Downing of FL; sister-in-law, Ruth Vest of Mentor.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Virgil Vest; sisters, Vivian Knoll and Frances Nichols.
Contributions may be made in Jerry’s name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110-2602, and Hospice of the Florida Keys, 1319 William St., Key West, FL 33040. Arrangements are being taken care of by The Behm Family Funeral Home, Madison.

May 11, 2013

Leona May “Lee” Taft, age 83, passed away on Saturday, May 11 at her home.
Public services will be scheduled and announced at a later date at the convenience of the family.
If desired, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH 44004.
DUCRO FUNERAL SERVICES AND CREMATORY 4524 ELM AVENUE, ASHTABULA, OHIO is in charge of arrangements.

June 26, 1953 – May 20, 2013

Richard P. Szymanski, age 59, of Geneva, passed away May 20 at University Hospitals Geneva Medical Center.
He was born June 26, 1953 in Painesville, the son of Stanley and Mary Szymanski.
A 1971 graduate of Madison High School, he was proud to help raise awareness for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Survivors include his daughter, Jessica (Jason) Brockway of Ashtabula; sons, Benjamin (Laura) Szymanski of GA, Joel (Lindsey) Szymanski of Sebring, Jordan Szymanski of Akron; seven grandchildren, Orion, Noah, Kennedy, Aurora, Alexander, Matthew, Zachary, Micah; brother, Stanley Szymanski of PA; sisters, Nancy (Ed) Kuhary of NC and Mary Ann (Jim) Pierman of NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bob Szymanski; and sister, Sherry Taub.
Arrangements are being handled by The Behm Family Funeral Homes, Geneva. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Painesville. Contributions may be made to the family.

Dec. 24, 1922 - May 21, 2013

Emily Jane (Beebe) Schroeder, age 90, passed away Tuesday, May 21 at the Ashtabula County Medical Center.
She was born December 24, 1922 in Mount Vernon, NY, the daughter of Frederick and Ruth (Keigwin) Beebe and married the love of her life, Willard Schroeder on April 10, 1948 at Calvary Episcopal Church, Williamsville, NY. Together, they moved to Ashtabula in 1950 to raise a family.
A 1941 graduate of Williamsville High School, she attended Florestone Mather, Cleveland, Ohio for several years.
A member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church since 1950, she sang in the church choir for over 50 years and was involved with the St. Elizabeth Guild and Altar Guild of the church. Always known and respected for valuing education, she was involved in the Great Books Program at Washington Elementary School and served as a 5th and 6th grade teacher’s aide there as well.
Emily was also involved with CONTACT Teleministries, was a member of Redbrook Boat Club, and was a patron of the Ashtabula Arts Center and St. Peter’s Fine Arts Series “Great Music Without Barriers.”
She is survived by five children, Martin (Anita) Schroeder of Hopkinsville, KY and Frederick Schroeder of Sioux Falls, SD, Natalie (Wallace) Good of St. Albans, VT, Ann (Richard) Balog of Ashtabula, and Mary (Michael) Schlievert of Genoa; 12 grandchildren, Matthew (Heather) and Nicholas (Valarie) Schroeder, Elizabeth (Keith) Francis, Cipperly Good, Richard W. (Danielle) Balog, Emily (Nick Gover) Good, Wallace (Kathleen) Good, III, Sarah (Andrew) VanLoocke, Samuel and Jane Schlievert and Rebecca and Jennifer Schroeder; and 11 great-grandchildren, Seth, Gunnar, Zachary, William, Jack, Avery, Deanna, Hannah, Raegan, R.J. (Richard), and Harlow.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard F. Schroeder on August 1, 2005; brother, Charles D. Beebe; and her parents.
A service was held on Saturday, May 25 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 4901 Main Avenue, Ashtabula. Canon David Evans, Rector presided. Inurnment will take place in the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Columbarium.
Contributions may be made to the Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 West 13th Street, Ashtabula, OH 44004 or St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Fine Arts Series.                                                                   
DUCRO FUNERAL SERVICES AND CREMATORY, 4524 Elm Ave., Ashtabula is in charge of arrangements.

May 18, 2013

Joyce L. (McGranahan) Prosser, age 74, loving wife of 55 years to the late Richard Prosser, devoted mother of Sarah (Russell) Frain of Austinburg Twp. and Richard (Regina) Prosser, Jr. of Geneva, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 18 at her residence in Geneva.
She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of Jack and Julia (Gutia) McGranahan.
She was a long time business owner in Jefferson and Geneva, taking a personal interest in all of her customers and worked hand-in-hand with her husband for over 40 years.
She was a loving mother that supported the interests and goals of her children, taking pride in their accomplishments.  In her younger years she was a horse enthusiast and competed in horse shows. She loved to cook new recipes and enjoyed gardening and canning.
Besides her children Sarah and Richard, she is survived by six grandchildren, Matthew Massena, Jr., Russell (Ericka) Frain, Jr., Rebecca Seibert, Garrett Frain, Erica Idov and Sarah Rosner, five great-grandchildren, Aaron Frain, Emelia Seibert, Darien Shultz, Alex Idov and Natalie Frain and a niece, Rita Trent.
Besides her parents and loving husband, Richard, she was preceded in death by an infant son, David and a sister, Rita Trent.
No services or calling hours will be held. Fleming & Billman Funeral Directors, with locations in Ashtabula, Geneva & Jefferson are handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 182039, Dept. 013, Columbus, OH  43218-2039. Guest book and obituary at fleming-billman.com.

May 5, 1981 - May 19, 2013

Michael Dean Patton, age 32, died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 19 at his residence.
The son of Clinton Dean and Karen (Sturgill) Patton he was born on May 5, 1981 in Ashtabula, and had remained a lifelong area resident. Mike was a graduate of Harbor High School class of 1999.
On September 27, 2003 he married Jessica Winchell and together they would have celebrated 10 years of marriage this year.
Mike enjoyed lifting weights and basketball, but boxing was his true passion; he knew the amount of practice and hard work that it took to be competitive in the world of boxing. Mike was a gentle, giving person; he loved his family and friends with a great amount of joy and enthusiasm. If you needed help he was the first to come and help and the last one to leave. Mike will be remembered for his larger than life heart, his love of his children and wife, the special love he had for his grandma, Hollie Patton.
Mike is survived by his wife, Jessica, his daughter, Bryonna; son, Brandon, all of Ashtabula; his stepbrothers and sisters, Christopher, Jessica Rose, Jamie, Shannon, Michael, and Joe; his mother, Karen Sturgill-Wahl; and his beloved grandma, Hollie B. Patton.
Mike was preceded in death by his son, Michael Wray Patton on October 28, 2002; and his father, Clinton Dean Patton, March 4, 2010; and his grandfather, Frank Patton, July 28, 1994.
Funeral Services were on Thursday May 23 at the Pentecostal Church of God, 2201 Cook Road, Ashtabula, with his pastor, Rev. Kenneth Roberts officiating. Burial is in Saybrook Cemetery next to his son and father.
If desired, contributions in Mike’s name may be made to the Pentecostal Church of God, 2201 Cook Road Ashtabula, OH 44004.
DUCRO FUNERAL SERVICE AND CREMATORY, 4524 Elm Avenue, Ashtabula, Ohio is in charge of arrangements.

Dec. 11, 1919 – May 4, 2013

Helen Martha McDonough, age 93, of Clarksville, TN passed away at her home May 4.
Helen was born Dec. 11, 1919 in Grand River. 
She was preceded in death by her parents,  Louis and Mary (Tirpak) Gurbach; her husband, Raymond; brothers, Albert Gurbach, Louis Gurbach; and sister, Mary Horvath. Helen is survived by her children, Pat (Gary) Pearce of GA, Mike (Candy) McDonough of TN, Dennis (Sally) McDonough of WA, Kathy McDonough of TN; 13 grandchildren; and five great grandchildren; brother, Elmer Gurbach of Painesville.
Arrangements are in the care of Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral Home.

June 16, 1925 - May 21, 2013

Mary Ellen Smith, age 87, died at U.H. Geneva Medical Center on Tuesday, May 21.
The daughter of Charles A. and Mable B. (Hoover) Wrightnour, she was born on on June 16, 1925 in Williamsfield and had remained a lifelong area resident.
She married William Lee Smith on December 17, 1945 and together they celebrated 53 years of marriage until his death on April 27, 1998.
Mary Ellen worked in Cleveland at Graphite Bronze before her marriage. After her children were in school, she worked for Sanborn Wire and Namco Controls until the company relocated. She loved camping, gardening, going to garage sales, and spending time with her family. A faithful and active member of the Church of the Nazarene of Jefferson for over forty year, she enjoyed sharing her love of the Lord with others.
Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Janette Leigh Smith of Jefferson; and grandchildren, Joana Leigh Smith and Charles William Smith of Boise, Idaho, and Aaron James Smith of Cabot, Pennsylvania.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and sons, Larry Lee in 1993 and Ronald L. in 2001; her husband, William; and her sister, Hazel N. Smith.
Graveside services were held on Tuesday, May 28 at Oakdale Cemetery, Jefferson with Pastor Shirley Deemer officiated.
If desired, contributions in Mary Ellen’s name may be made to The Jefferson Church of the Nazarene.
ZABACK-WILLIAMS-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME, 500 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio is in charge of arrangements.

Sept. 15, 1945 - May 21, 2013

Virginia L. Malkie, age 67, of West 8th St. Ashtabula died Tuesday, May 21 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland.
She was born September 15, 1945 in Jefferson, the daughter of Edward and Eleanor (Stasny) Lawrence and has been a lifetime area resident.
She was a graduate of Rowe High School and was a Hair Stylist for different salons in the area until her retirement due to ill health.
She and her husband enjoyed golfing and traveling.
Surviving her is her husband, Carl Malkie; her children, David Bagnall, Sheri Wilson, Woodrow Bagnall, Douglas Bagnall, Deborah Taylor, Kristen Adkins, Carl Hresan and Tim Hresan; 20 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, Ann Nye, Linda Loehr, Ruth Fink, Mary Bagnall and a brother, Ed Lawrence.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral service was held on Thursday, May 23 at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 615 West Prospect Rd. Ashtabula with Rev. Michael Meranda officiating. Burial will take place later at Oakdale Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the church. Guest book and obituary at fleming-billman.com.

Nov. 4, 1931 – May 19, 2013

Loretta M. (Nagy) Lepish, age 81, a 55 year resident of Mentor, passed away May 19, at Hospice House in Cleveland.
She was born Nov. 4, 1931, in Cleveland.
Survivors include her children, Gary E. Lepish of Middleburg Heights and Lisa L. (Gregory) Stalker of  Perry; granddaughters,  Nicole Petric and Kathryn Stalker; sister, Ann Gyuricza of Euclid.
She was preceded her in death by her husband, Edward Lepish; siblings, Elizabeth Hurchanik,  Ethel Janic, Vera Moses, Julius and Frank Nagy.
Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home handled arrangements. Interment will be in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, Chester Township.
Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110-2602 or American Diabetes Association, 4500 Rockside Rd., Suite 440 Independence, OH 44131.

Aug. 18, 1920 - May 20, 2013

Eleanor V. Kalinowski, age 92, of Salem, passed away, Monday, May 20 at Ashtabula County Medical Center.
Eleanor was born August 18, 1920 in Conneaut to Clyde F. and Florence C. (nee Blood) Laughlin. She graduated from Jefferson High School class of 1938 and married Joseph L. VanSlyke on January 28, 1940, and whom passed on February 8, 1957. Eleanor married her second husband Peter Kalinowski on December 19, 1958, and he passed away on October 13, 1989. She was long time resident of Conneaut and Sheffield.
Mrs. Kalinowski retired in 1989 from the United States Postal Service, as Post Master in Kingsville, after 23 years of service. She was a member of the Kingsville Orion Eastern Star Chapter #12, Sheffield Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, Richfield Grange, Sheffield Ladies Birthday Club, Ashtabula VFW Post #943 Auxiliary, and served as a leader for the Sheffield 4-H. She was also a member of the Sheffield Methodist Church.
Mrs. Kalinowski is survived by her daughters, Mary E. (Jim) Miller, of Salem, Karen Gruzosky, of Minneapolis, MN, Candace (Jim) Gately, of Strongsville, and Louneta (Norman) Hewitt of Jefferson; 14 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert (Barb) Laughlin and William (Betty) Laughlin; and her “adopted” daughter, Martha (Lynn) Wetherholt.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Joseph L. VanSlyke and Peter Kalinowski; daughter, Elaine Peer;  sister, Wilma Weagraff; brothers, John, Clyde, Reid and David Laughlin.
A Celebration of life was held Saturday, May 25 at the Kingsville Orion Masonic Lodge #353, Corners of Rt. 193 and Creek Road, where a Eastern Star Service was observed. The family received friends at the Kingsville Orion Masonic Lodge on Saturday. Private inurnment at Gageville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Eleanor may be given to the Eastern Star- Orion Chapter #12, 2015 West Prospect Rd., Ashtabula, OH 44004 or the Gageville United Methodist Church, PO BOX 439,  Kingsville, OH 44048.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the THOMPSON-SMITH-NESBITT FUNERAL HOME, 345 MAIN ST., CONNEAUT.
Online guest book and condolences available at www.thompsonsmithnesbitt.com.

July 13, 1923 - May 18, 2013

Martha L. Huttenstine, age 89, of Monroe Township, died Saturday, May 18, at Lake Pointe Rehab and Nursing Center, Conneaut.
She was born July 13, 1923 in Connellsville, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of Charles and Sophia (Stenger) Taylor.
A Pennsylvania resident for most of her life, she moved to Boardman, in 1968 where she resided until moving to Monroe Township in 2000 to be near her daughter.
She truly was a “Martha” who enjoyed being with family and friends and feeding her guests. She also was a “Mary” and spent her mornings putting Jesus first with her daily devotions and prayers. She was an active member of the Boardman Church of the Nazarene and transferred her membership to Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed going out to eat and vacationing.
Survivors include her daughter Laura (Kurt) Butler of Monroe Township; four grandchildren, Amanda, Sean, Lance, and Garrik; her niece Charlotte Brenner and nephew Walter Woods, both of Youngstown whom she raised; her niece and nephews’ children and their families of Ohio; and more extended family in Michigan.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Howard Huttenstine; three sisters, Florence, Musetta, and Reata; a brother Charles; and her nephew George Woods whom she raised.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 23, at the Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, 4841 St. Rt. 84, Monroe Township, with Pastor Les Bolen officiating. Burial is in Kelloggsville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family or to the Church. Envelopes will be available at the church and at the Marcy Funeral Home, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, which has charge of arrangements.
Sign the guestbook at www.marcyfuneralhome.com.

May 14, 1953 – May 11, 2013

Gary J. Hosler, age 59, of Mentor, passed away May 11 at Home.
He was born May 14, 1953 in Cleveland. 
Survivors include his cousin, Leonard (Marilyn) Levaskevich of Ravenna; aunt, Donna Levaskevich of Twinsburg; aunts, Arlene and Eileen Hosler, Mary Anne Wiltrout and several other aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Eleanore (Levaskevich) Hosler; uncles, William, Ronald and Carl Hosler and Ronald Levaskevich; and dog, Becky.
Inurnment will be in Mentor Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd. Mentor, OH 44060. Arrangements Entrusted to Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home.