Teresa Hinkle
Teresa (Terri) Hinkle, 61 of Cortland, OH passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 14, 2024. She was born March 22, 1963 in Warren, Oh to LaMar Davis and Carol (Orban) Bott. She was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School in 1981. Upon graduation she worked at Nymold in Garrettsville and then at Parker Haniffin in Ravenna. She...
Austin Bowman
Austin Peter Bowman, 29, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He was born July 9, 1995, in Cleveland, OH, to Peter and Patricia (nee Crile) Bowman. He was proud to call himself a graduate of James A. Garfield High School. Austin went on to earn a degree in Computer Sciences from Kent State University. He worked for...
Richard Brockett
Richard (Dick) Brockett, of Garrettsville, OH, former basketball coach, teacher, and Democratic Party activist, died at 91. He was raised in Lodi, OH, son of a turkey farmer, and one of seven children of Roger Brockett and Grace (Patch) Brockett. After graduating from Leroy High School, he attended Otterbein College, in Westerville, OH, where he excelled in several sports, including...
Michael Keith Wilkinson
Michael Keith Wilkinson, 62, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was born January 18, 1962, in Youngstown, OH, to the late Bert Harold and Rose Marie (nee Toth) Wilkinson, Sr. He attended James A. Garfield High School and Maplewood Vocational School where Mike earned a degree in small engine repair. Upon graduating with the class of...
John F. Seals
John F. Seals, 88, of Newton Falls, OH, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024. He was born in Greene County, PA, on April 16, 1936, to the late John W. and Dorothy (Fischer) Seals. To his siblings, John was known as “Jack”. His friends called him “Beanie”, and to his grandkids, he was “Pap”. He attended Jefferson-Morgan High school in...
James “Jim” H. Bloom
James “Jim” H. Bloom, 47, of Garrettsville, OH, was sadly taken from those who loved him; he suffered a severe heart attack and tragically experienced major brain damage, which ultimately caused his passing. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with the ones he loved. He would always go out of...
Larry E. Roach
Larry E. Roach, 77, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 28, 2024. He was born March 7, 1947, in Richwood, WV, to the late Lowell “Woody” and Zoma (nee Caldwell) Roach. He was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School, belonging to the class of 1965. Larry was an avid fan...
Charles “Charlie” G. Dillon
Charles “Charlie” G. Dillon, 86, of Nelson Twp., OH, passed away with his loving family at his side on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He was born October 17, 1938, in Warren, OH, to the late Homer and Garnet (nee Grigsby) Dillon. He was raised in Champion, OH, and graduated from Champion High School. Charlie worked for Alden E. Stilson, Consulting...
Nancy Keyser-Miller
Nancy Keyser-Miller, 63, of Garrettsville, went to be with her Lord on October 24, 2024, at 9:18 a.m. She was born on June 6, 1961, in Warren, OH, the daughter of the late John and Genevieve Thellman, and lived a life filled with love and family. She was happiest when around people and her favorite job was driving for the...
Terry W. Wells
Terry W. Wells, 84 of Troy Twp Ohio passed away Saturday evening, October 12th, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Bedford, Ohio on September 17th, 1940, to the late Oliver and Isabelle (Roddie) Wells. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy aboard aircraft carrier USS Forrestal CV-59. Terry worked at many different jobs including Lordstown GM ....
Nancy Marie Krupp
Nancy Marie Krupp, 50, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was born September 30, 1974, in Cleveland, OH, to the late James and Elaine (nee Vasickanin) Krupp. She grew up in Streetsboro and Cleveland, and graduated from Garfield Heights High School, belonging to the class of 1993. Nancy then went...
Melana K. Matson
March 30, 2000 - October 27, 2009 “God’s Autumn Angel” “Children with cancer are like candles in the wind who accept the possibility that they are in danger of being extinguished by a gust of wind from nowhere and yet, they flicker and dance to remain alive, their brilliance challenges the darkness and dazzles those of us who watch their light.” –...
Robert “Bob” Russell
Bob’s body has left the world; however, his love, spirit, determination, and leadership will continue with family, friends, and his beloved town of Garrettsville. Bob was born in Garrettsville, the youngest son of the late Howard and Zora Russell. During his childhood he learned the values of caring for your family, friends, and hard work. That would lead to a...
Carl F. Judge, Sr.
Carl F. Judge, Sr., 88, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Monday, October 7, 2024. He was born September 1, 1936, in Sistersville, WV, to the late Homer and Olive (nee Richeson) Judge. He married Sharon Williams in 1959, and was blessed with over 52 years of marriage before her passing. Carl was a lineman for...
Alfred “Al” Bertram Vancura
Alfred “Al” Bertram Vancura of Garrettsville went to be with the Lord on October 2, 2024. He passed peacefully at Ohman Family Living at Briar in Middlefield, Ohio, after recently celebrating his 90th birthday with friends and family. Alfred was born on August 24, 1934, in Cleveland. He spent his early childhood in the city until his family moved to...
Obituaries
Glenn Craver, 81, and Judi Craver, 81, both of Garrettsville, OH, went home to their Lord and Savior within 6 weeks of each other. Glenn, who was born to the late Wayne Elton and Emma Helen Craver on January 12, 1943, passed August 16, 2024. Judi was born on April 17, 1943, was adopted by the late C. Richard...
Harry “Sonny” A. Moore, Sr.
Harry “Sonny” A. Moore, Sr., 89, of Windham, OH, formerly of Streetsboro, OH, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, September 25, 2024. He was born June 5, 1935, in Somerset PA, to the late John and Birdinia (nee Hasenpflug) Moore. He moved to Windham, OH, where he’s lived for the past 46 years. Sonny worked for the Solon School System...
Lucille M. Liu
Lucille M. Liu, 83, of Ravenna, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away peacefully Monday, September 16, 2024. She was born April 21, 1942, in Peking, China, to the late Timothy C. and Bertha G. Liu. She immigrated to NY from China, and made her way to Windham, OH. Lucille was a dedicated machinist at Troy Machine for over 30...
James F. Molnar Sr
James F. Molnar Sr., May 26, 1942 - September 14, 2024, Passed away unexpectedly. Jim was born on May 26, 1942 in Warren, Ohio to his parents Steve and Edith (Dinko) Molnar. Jim was a lifetime resident of Windham, Ohio and a graduate of Windham High School. Jim enlisted in the U.S. Navy after high school and served his country....
Joseph Koharchik
Joseph Koharchik, age 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024, and is now reunited with his beloved wife Sandy in heaven. Born on March 15, 1939, in Windber, PA, Joe was one of eight children of Michael and Mary Koharchik. On February 27, 1965, Joe married the love of his life, Sandy. Together, they built a beautiful life,...
Sarah Alice Davis
Sarah Alice Davis, 75, of Ravenna, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Wednesday, September 11, 2024. She was born June 16, 1949, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Harry and Alice (nee Callahan) Vincent. She was raised in Garrettsville, graduating in 1967 from James A. Garfield High School, then became a registered nurse after...
Samuel A. McGarvey
Samuel “Sam” A. McGarvey, 67, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Saturday, September 14, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born June 8, 1957, in Ravenna, OH, to the late David R. and Hermine L. (nee Bell) McGarvey. He was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School, and was an...
Patricia J. Gagnon
Patricia J. Gagnon, 78, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away with her devoted husband by her side on Monday, August 26, 2024. She was born August 12, 1946, in Akron, OH, to the late Norman and Helen (nee Farris) Dunbar. She will forever be known by her husband and her family as one of the best people in their lives. Pat...
Patsy A. Simsa
Patsy A. Simsa, 84, of Hiram Twp., OH, peacefully passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, one year after her beloved passed. She was born February 19, 1940, in Auburn Twp., OH, to the late Edwin and Elsie (nee Hull) Fontanelle. She worked at Johnson Plastics where she met the love of her life, Ronald Simsa, Sr. On September 2, 1961...
Ewing (Moe) Dewaine Franks
Ewing (Moe) Dewaine Franks, 86 of Garrettsville formerly of Garfield Heights, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Longmeadow Care Center in Ravenna. Moe was born on May 12, 1938 in Uledi, Pennsylvania to his late parents Hobert and Ethel (Campbell) Franks. He worked many years in metal stamping, retiring from Columbia Metal Stamping. Moe was a proud...
Valorie R. McCullough
Valorie R. McCullough, 72, of Aurora, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 5, 2024. She was born November 27, 1951, in Ravenna, OH, to the late William and Norma (nee Warren) McCullough. She was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School. Valorie was the income tax clerk for the...
Daniel Grafton
Daniel Grafton 89 of Freedom Township passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024. Born in Hammondsville, Jefferson County, Ohio, on October 6, 1934 to Daniel E. and Verna E. (Householder) Grafton. Grandson of Frank R. and Mary Edna (Shirley) Grafton; and James F. and Hannah L. (Noling) Householder. After he attended kindergarten in Hammondsville, Ohio, his mother & father brought him...
Carol Sandra Leonard
Carol Sandra Leonard, 81, of Nelson Twp., OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Monday, July 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 5, 1942, to the late Stanley and Florence (nee Pawlowski) Pacek. She was a devoted member of the St. Edward Catholic Church parish. Carol found joy in the connections she made with...
Mark A. Brady
Mark A. Brady, 61, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. He was born January 8, 1963, in Gassaway, WV, to the late Richard G. Brady and Dolores (nee Sampson) Brady-McCumbers. He was a graduate of James A. Garfield High School, belonging to the class of 1981. Mark was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He was...
Irene Martin
Irene “Carol” Martin, 64, of Windham, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 15, 2024. She was born January 25, 1960, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Ernest and Irene (nee Powers) Collins. She married the love of her life, Jack Martin, Sr., then settled in the Garrettsville/Windham area and made a home with her family....
