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Anthony J. Mazanek,
Jul 7, 2010
Anthony J. Mazanek, Jr., 88, of Kent, died suddenly Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at his residence. He was born February 15, 1922 in Kent, to Anthony J. and Victoria Mazanek Sr. He was a veteran of the Navy serving during World War II. He was employed by Gougler Machine where he worked as a machinist. Anthony played varsity football at...
Okey M. Gibson
Jul 6, 2010
Okey M. Gibson, 80, of Kent, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Hennis Care Center Dover, OH. He was born January 30, 1930 in Joker, WV to Lora and Ada (Kerby) Gibson. Sargeant Okey served in the U. S. Army in Korea, where he received the Korean Service Medal with three bronze stars, Combat Infantryman's Badge, and United Nations Service...
Robert Edward Ondrejko
Jul 5, 2010
Robert Edward Ondrejko, 45, of Mantua, died suddenly Monday, July 5, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born June 12, 1965 in Ft. Walton Beach, FL to Carol (Sanner) Rankin. He was a veteran of the Air Force serving during the Panama Conflict . Robert worked as a Sous Chef at the Las Vegas Hilton and most recently showed...
Donald D. Upson
Jul 4, 2010
Donald D "Sonny" Upson, 85, of Suffield, died Sunday, July 4, 2010 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. He was born October 15, 1924 in Suffield Twp, to Daniel D. and Anna (Fairbanks) Upson. Don was a U. S. Navy Veteran. He was a chief dispatcher at General Tire. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church,...
Martha Fitzpatrick
Jun 28, 2010
Martha G. Fitzpatrick passed away peacefully at her home on June 28 surrounded by her family. The daughter of Glenn and Allene Galloway, she was born in East Liverpool, Ohio, February 12, 1922 and graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1939 and Kent State University in 1945 with a degree in Education. She then taught in the East Palestine...
George A. Pownall
Jun 27, 2010
George Pownell - It is said that life goes in circles and George's was no different. Born in Canton, OH on April 27, 1930 his childhood years were spent in Cleveland (west side), St Louis, MO (where he developed his life long love of the Cardinals), and Joliet, IL. (Home of Statesville Prison). He played basketball for Farragut Junior High,...
Kelly Jo Kruswicki
Jun 23, 2010
Kelly Jo Kruswicki, 47, of Kent, died Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at her residence. She was born May 25, 1963 in Cleveland, OH to Victor and Nadine (Pollov) Morrison. Kelly enjoyed spending her time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Kruswicki, whom she married on July 25, 2003; sons, Joel Morrison-Reilly and Bradley Kruswicki...
Michael A. Thompson
Jun 22, 2010
Michael A. Thompson, 55, of Kent, died unexpectedly while on vacation with his family in Myrtle Beach, SC. Mike was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Mike was employed by Carpet Remnants in Streetsboro. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed family, friends and playing golf. He is survived by his loving wife and daughters, Lisa, Rachel and...
Thomas E. Davis
Jun 20, 2010
Thomas E. Davis, 62, of Ravenna, died Sunday, June 20, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. He was born April 1, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was a retired Marine Long Range Recon Sergeant, also a Deputy Sheriff for Portage County, a Labor Department Investigator, and a Field Crisis Interventionist for Town Hall II. He was a "F" League...
Maryellen Prochnow
Jun 18, 2010
Mary Ellen (Marynelle) Prochnow, 82 years old, died on June 18, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Lillian Kain and by her son Tom. She leaves her husband George; children, Gail (Jerry) Kirkland, Jonathon (Kathy) Prochnow, Heidi (Eric) Hummel, Cassandra (Tim) Mitchin, Barbara (Paul) Wright, and Jennifer (Tim) Turtle; 14 grandchildren and one great grand-daughter....
Ruth Louise Thompson
Jun 18, 2010
Ruth Louise Thompson, 86, of Kent, has gone to be with Tommy Friday, June 18, 2010 at Kent Healthcare Center. She was born August 31, 1923 in Kent, to Harry A. and Metta A. (Brown) Austin. Ruth worked several years for Ohio Bell and enjoyed sewing, social work and her many pets. She is survived by her son, Robert M....
Carole J. Mcgoldrick
Jun 16, 2010
Carole J. (Raymont) McGoldrick died June 16, 2010 after a long illness. From her early career as a member of the 60's girl group, The Secrets, to her acumen as a businesswoman in the sales and executive recruiting industry, Carole brought a vibrant, engaging personality to all her pursuits. She is survived by her two sons, Dudley and Joseph J....
Kaiden Lloyd Burchett
Jun 15, 2010
Kaiden Lloyd Burchett, of Deerfield, died Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Alliance Community Hospital. He was born June 15, 2010 in Alliance, to Kevin Howard Burchett and Cassandra Marie Jenkins. He is survived by his parents, Kevin Burchett and Cassandra Burchett of Deerfield; seven brothers and sisters; and grandparents, Robert and Debra Foit. He was preceded in death by his...
Gerald V. Testa
Jun 14, 2010
Gerald V. "Jerry" Testa, 71, of Kent, died Monday, June 14, 2010 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born June 30, 1938 in Akron, to James P. and Pauline (Priolo) Testa. He was an operating engineer. Jerry was a member of the Knight of Columbus, Council 1411. He enjoyed bowling and was a great hockey fan. He is...
Victor I. Hart
Jun 14, 2010
Victor Ignasius Hart, age 52, died Sunday, June 13, at his home in Kent. He was born on May 29, 1958, in Ravenna, to Robert and Katherine Hart. Vic graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School, class of 1976, and the University of Akron. Vic's strong work ethic and gregarious nature served him well in a variety of professional pursuits at...
Howard Russell Thompson
Jun 11, 2010
Howard Russell Thompson, II, 83, of Kent, died Friday, June 11, 2010 at his Home in Kent. He was born September 25, 1926 in Canton, to Howard R. and Ina Marie (Musson) Thompson. He was a retired Railroad Conductor from the Erie Railroad. He was a member of American Legion Post #496, Kent Elks Lodge #1377, and Kent VFW. He...
Michael Robert Walter
Jun 10, 2010
Michael Robert Walter (a.k.a. Mike, Mikey, Froggy or Grandpa Froggy), 66, died at his home in Kent, Ohio on June 10. Mike was born to Ruth Mae Hughes Walter and Robert Mathias Walter on March 18, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio. He lived most of his life in Oakwood Village, Ohio. Mike served his country in the United States Air Force,...
Ernestine A. Manges
Jun 9, 2010
Ernestine A. "Tina" Manges, 69, of Diamond, OH, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. She was born October 18, 1940 in Akron, OH to Ernest E and Willodene (Turk) Truex. She is survived by her daughters: Angela Marrow of Dalton, GA, Dawn Jeffries of Ravenna, and Melinda Manges of Palmyra; grandchildren, Brittany Underwood, Jesse Laughlin,...
Wayne T. Peoples
Jun 9, 2010
Wayne T. Peoples, 68, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at the Hospital in Ravenna. Wayne was born October 27, 1941 in Mechanicstown, to John and Lillian (Bailey) Peoples, and was a 1958 graduate of Carrollton High School in Carrollton. He was employed by the Kent Police Department for fifteen years, and worked in the maintenace field. Wayne was...
Julie Marie Cole
Jun 9, 2010
Julie Marie Cole, 41, of Kent, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Akron General Hospital. She was born March 29, 1969 in Akron, to Gregory E and Sandra (Schuelein) Cole. She was a student at National College. She is survived by her daughter: Jordan Beam of Kent; father, Gregory Cole of Akron; mother, Sandra (Schuelein) Cole of Akron; sisters,...
Anthony J. Mazanek,
Jul 7, 2010
Anthony J. Mazanek, Jr., 88, of Kent, died suddenly Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at his residence. He was born February 15, 1922 in Kent, to Anthony J. and Victoria Mazanek Sr. He was a veteran of the Navy serving during World War II. He was employed by Gougler Machine where he worked as a machinist. Anthony played varsity football at...
Okey M. Gibson
Jul 6, 2010
Okey M. Gibson, 80, of Kent, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Hennis Care Center Dover, OH. He was born January 30, 1930 in Joker, WV to Lora and Ada (Kerby) Gibson. Sargeant Okey served in the U. S. Army in Korea, where he received the Korean Service Medal with three bronze stars, Combat Infantryman's Badge, and United Nations Service...
Robert Edward Ondrejko
Jul 5, 2010
Robert Edward Ondrejko, 45, of Mantua, died suddenly Monday, July 5, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born June 12, 1965 in Ft. Walton Beach, FL to Carol (Sanner) Rankin. He was a veteran of the Air Force serving during the Panama Conflict . Robert worked as a Sous Chef at the Las Vegas Hilton and most recently showed...
Donald D. Upson
Jul 4, 2010
Donald D "Sonny" Upson, 85, of Suffield, died Sunday, July 4, 2010 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. He was born October 15, 1924 in Suffield Twp, to Daniel D. and Anna (Fairbanks) Upson. Don was a U. S. Navy Veteran. He was a chief dispatcher at General Tire. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church,...
Martha Fitzpatrick
Jun 28, 2010
Martha G. Fitzpatrick passed away peacefully at her home on June 28 surrounded by her family. The daughter of Glenn and Allene Galloway, she was born in East Liverpool, Ohio, February 12, 1922 and graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1939 and Kent State University in 1945 with a degree in Education. She then taught in the East Palestine...
George A. Pownall
Jun 27, 2010
George Pownell - It is said that life goes in circles and George's was no different. Born in Canton, OH on April 27, 1930 his childhood years were spent in Cleveland (west side), St Louis, MO (where he developed his life long love of the Cardinals), and Joliet, IL. (Home of Statesville Prison). He played basketball for Farragut Junior High,...
Kelly Jo Kruswicki
Jun 23, 2010
Kelly Jo Kruswicki, 47, of Kent, died Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at her residence. She was born May 25, 1963 in Cleveland, OH to Victor and Nadine (Pollov) Morrison. Kelly enjoyed spending her time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Kruswicki, whom she married on July 25, 2003; sons, Joel Morrison-Reilly and Bradley Kruswicki...
Michael A. Thompson
Jun 22, 2010
Michael A. Thompson, 55, of Kent, died unexpectedly while on vacation with his family in Myrtle Beach, SC. Mike was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Mike was employed by Carpet Remnants in Streetsboro. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed family, friends and playing golf. He is survived by his loving wife and daughters, Lisa, Rachel and...
Thomas E. Davis
Jun 20, 2010
Thomas E. Davis, 62, of Ravenna, died Sunday, June 20, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. He was born April 1, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was a retired Marine Long Range Recon Sergeant, also a Deputy Sheriff for Portage County, a Labor Department Investigator, and a Field Crisis Interventionist for Town Hall II. He was a "F" League...
Maryellen Prochnow
Jun 18, 2010
Mary Ellen (Marynelle) Prochnow, 82 years old, died on June 18, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Lillian Kain and by her son Tom. She leaves her husband George; children, Gail (Jerry) Kirkland, Jonathon (Kathy) Prochnow, Heidi (Eric) Hummel, Cassandra (Tim) Mitchin, Barbara (Paul) Wright, and Jennifer (Tim) Turtle; 14 grandchildren and one great grand-daughter....
Ruth Louise Thompson
Jun 18, 2010
Ruth Louise Thompson, 86, of Kent, has gone to be with Tommy Friday, June 18, 2010 at Kent Healthcare Center. She was born August 31, 1923 in Kent, to Harry A. and Metta A. (Brown) Austin. Ruth worked several years for Ohio Bell and enjoyed sewing, social work and her many pets. She is survived by her son, Robert M....
Carole J. Mcgoldrick
Jun 16, 2010
Carole J. (Raymont) McGoldrick died June 16, 2010 after a long illness. From her early career as a member of the 60's girl group, The Secrets, to her acumen as a businesswoman in the sales and executive recruiting industry, Carole brought a vibrant, engaging personality to all her pursuits. She is survived by her two sons, Dudley and Joseph J....
Kaiden Lloyd Burchett
Jun 15, 2010
Kaiden Lloyd Burchett, of Deerfield, died Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Alliance Community Hospital. He was born June 15, 2010 in Alliance, to Kevin Howard Burchett and Cassandra Marie Jenkins. He is survived by his parents, Kevin Burchett and Cassandra Burchett of Deerfield; seven brothers and sisters; and grandparents, Robert and Debra Foit. He was preceded in death by his...
Gerald V. Testa
Jun 14, 2010
Gerald V. "Jerry" Testa, 71, of Kent, died Monday, June 14, 2010 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. He was born June 30, 1938 in Akron, to James P. and Pauline (Priolo) Testa. He was an operating engineer. Jerry was a member of the Knight of Columbus, Council 1411. He enjoyed bowling and was a great hockey fan. He is...
Victor I. Hart
Jun 14, 2010
Victor Ignasius Hart, age 52, died Sunday, June 13, at his home in Kent. He was born on May 29, 1958, in Ravenna, to Robert and Katherine Hart. Vic graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School, class of 1976, and the University of Akron. Vic's strong work ethic and gregarious nature served him well in a variety of professional pursuits at...
Howard Russell Thompson
Jun 11, 2010
Howard Russell Thompson, II, 83, of Kent, died Friday, June 11, 2010 at his Home in Kent. He was born September 25, 1926 in Canton, to Howard R. and Ina Marie (Musson) Thompson. He was a retired Railroad Conductor from the Erie Railroad. He was a member of American Legion Post #496, Kent Elks Lodge #1377, and Kent VFW. He...
Michael Robert Walter
Jun 10, 2010
Michael Robert Walter (a.k.a. Mike, Mikey, Froggy or Grandpa Froggy), 66, died at his home in Kent, Ohio on June 10. Mike was born to Ruth Mae Hughes Walter and Robert Mathias Walter on March 18, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio. He lived most of his life in Oakwood Village, Ohio. Mike served his country in the United States Air Force,...
Ernestine A. Manges
Jun 9, 2010
Ernestine A. "Tina" Manges, 69, of Diamond, OH, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Akron City Hospital Medical Center. She was born October 18, 1940 in Akron, OH to Ernest E and Willodene (Turk) Truex. She is survived by her daughters: Angela Marrow of Dalton, GA, Dawn Jeffries of Ravenna, and Melinda Manges of Palmyra; grandchildren, Brittany Underwood, Jesse Laughlin,...
Wayne T. Peoples
Jun 9, 2010
Wayne T. Peoples, 68, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at the Hospital in Ravenna. Wayne was born October 27, 1941 in Mechanicstown, to John and Lillian (Bailey) Peoples, and was a 1958 graduate of Carrollton High School in Carrollton. He was employed by the Kent Police Department for fifteen years, and worked in the maintenace field. Wayne was...
Julie Marie Cole
Jun 9, 2010
Julie Marie Cole, 41, of Kent, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Akron General Hospital. She was born March 29, 1969 in Akron, to Gregory E and Sandra (Schuelein) Cole. She was a student at National College. She is survived by her daughter: Jordan Beam of Kent; father, Gregory Cole of Akron; mother, Sandra (Schuelein) Cole of Akron; sisters,...
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