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Bonnie Kissell, 72, of Wheaton, IL, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving husband and family on Friday, December 22, 2023. She was born September 14, 1951, to the late Henry and Eileen Holden. She was a devoted mother, loving wife, adoring grandmother and great grandmother, and...

Last weekend, Garfield senior Keegan Sell claimed victory in the 190lb weight class at the Brecksville Tournament. Sell’s remarkable performance highlighted the Winter Break achievements of the G-Men wrestlers. On December 23rd, the G-Men wrestling squad demonstrated their prowess, securing the D3 Tournament Title at Waterloo, emerging triumphant among 20...

can, fondly known as Dale, 74, of Garrettsville, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 11, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born September 3, 1949, in Cleveland, and was raised by his loving grandparents, Joseph and Grace Evitts, and mother, Barbara Byrne. He was a...

Communicating is nothing out of the ordinary for Emma Geesling. The Cardinal senior isn’t afraid to connect with her fellow bandmates while on the football field on a Friday night. She is also willing to help instruct her younger teammates on the volleyball court where Geesling played as defensive...

Robert “Bob” Reynolds, 85, passed away following a long illness on November 10th, 2023 at Warren Nursing and Rehabilitation.   Bob was born on January 10th, 1938 in Garrettsville, Ohio, to Ray and Lillian (Lind) Reynolds.  He was a graduate of Warren Western Reserve High School and a 1974 graduate...

Harold E. “Hopie” Hope, 97, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, went home to Heaven on Thursday, December 14, 2023; blessed to have passed peacefully in his sleep while under the comfort care of Miracle City Hospice while at Eden Vista of Stow. Hopie was born June 27, 1926, in Claridon,...

The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield held its yearly Christmas Party at the Veteran’s Legacy Woods Park in Newbury Township on Dec. 13.  The event was attended by 42 members, spouses, friends, adult children, and past Rotary members who were invited to catch up on old friendships. Food, snacks, decorations...

Shirley Mae Morris, 81, of Ravenna, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, after a short illness. During her life and leading to her passing, she had been surrounded by, and comforted and cared for by family members who had been devoted to her.  Born January 31, 1942, in Athens, Ohio...

Paul J. Lucas, 61, of Freedom Twp., passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born March 8, 1962, in Ravenna, to the late Homer and Mary (Felton) Lucas, Sr. He worked at Little Tikes and Step 2 for many years. Paul had a good heart; he loved his...

Darla D. Crites, 60, of Freedom Twp., passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023. She was born December 2, 1963, in Warren, to Donald Davison and Sandra (Judge) Davison-Carroll. She enjoyed working as a bartender for many years, as well as working as a cook. Darla also worked for many years...

On December 2nd, State Farm Agent Shannan Jursa hosted her 10th Annual Pictures with Santa community event.  After three years of the event being semi-private, for such a big milestone Shannan wanted to not only re-open the event to the public but grow the event as well.  The event hosted...

Shirley Mae Morris, 81, of Ravenna, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, after a short illness. During her life and leading to her passing, she had been surrounded by, and comforted and cared for by, family members who had been devoted to her. Born January 31, 1942, in Athens, Ohio to the...

Betty Jean Cigany, 65, of Middlefield, passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023. She was born May 21, 1958, in Cleveland, to the late Samuel H. and Pearl (Adkins) Marcum. She was a phlebotomist that retired from UH Portage Medical Center. Betty was a member of the Streetsboro American Legion...

The Cardinal  School District is thrilled to announce that they have not one, but two young students who have been accepted into the “Ohio Music Education Association Children’s Chorus” located in Columbus, Ohio. The Huskies will be represented by Audrey Aguillo and Ailyn Shantery who will make the trip...

Robert J. Moran, 81, of Nelson Twp., went home to his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. He was born March 11, 1942, in Warren, to the late Fred and Ann Moran.  He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving on the USS Nantahala, and will...

Paul and Jeff O’Reilly, co-owners of O’Reilly Equipment received recognition from County Commissioner Jim Dvorak on behalf of Burton Middlefield Rotary (BMR) this past Tuesday, Nov. 28, “Giving Tuesday!” In 2012, after witnessing a hunting event for special needs kids, Dvorak was inspired to do the something similiar in Geauga...

Catherine R. Farneth Catherine R. Farneth, passed away peacefully at Kensington Care Center on December 1, 2023, at the age of 96, born November 17, 1927.  She was predeceased by her husband, Harold E. Farneth. She is remembered by her children, Rebecca (Jon) Vidak, and Patrick (Patricia) Farneth, three grandchildren, Amanda...

The Knights of Columbus were founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Haven Connecticut in 1812. The Order quickly spread to other Catholic Parishes across the United States.  The St. Ambrose Council 11801 in Garrettsville Ohio is an active member of...

Rebecca J. Riffle (nee Gromley), age 65, of the city of Ravenna, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.  She was born July 6, 1958, in Ravenna, Ohio to Verner and Yvonne (Jane) Gromley. Rebecca graduated from James A Garfield High School and attended Bohecker Business College where she...

It’s the most magical time of the year!  As Christmas seems to fill the hearts of others, decorations are placed and the joys of gift giving abound.  For Home Instead, Christmas is truly magical as they kick off ‘Be a Santa to a Senior.’  This will be the 20th...