Lloyd E. Naragon, 104, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 5, 2014, in Medina. Lloyd was born October 9, 1909 in Loyal Oak, Ohio to the late Reverend E.E. and Edna (Weaver) Naragon. He graduated from high school in Kenton, Ohio, received a B.S. from Heidelberg College, followed by a Master’s Degree in mathematics from Columbia University in New York City.

Lloyd began his career as a teacher in 1931, in Mallet Creek. He received a promotion to principal of York School, followed by an appointment as Superintendent of the newly formed Buckeye School District.

Lloyd will be remembered as a loved and respected teacher and administrator. He retired from this position in 1971, after almost 45 years. Lloyd then began a second career working with Gerspacher Real Estate for over 10 years,

Lloyd was a lifetime member of the Medina Kiwanis Breakfast Club, F & AM Medina Lodge #58 and Medina Methodist Church for over 50 years.

Lloyd was the beloved father of Cynthia Naragon of Chippewa Lake; loving grandfather of Kevin Rich of Chippewa Lake, and Zachary Rich of Alston, Massachusetts; and dear brother of Dr. Elwood (Doris) Naragon of Medina. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Leona (Shumaker) in 1982; and second wife, Elinor (Hayden) in 2003; brother, Harold Naragon; and sisters, Leona Deuring and Pauline Lord.

Lloyd’s family would like to express special thanks to caregiver Lisa Wicks, Medina Meadows, and Dr. Yatish Goyal for their loving care and support of Lloyd.

Services will be held Monday, March 10, 2014, 12:30 P.M., at the Waite & Son Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St., Medina. Chaplain Don Verdell will officiate. Burial will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday, March 9, 2014, from 2 until 6 P.M., at the funeral home.

Donations may be given to Medina County Hospice, in memory of Lloyd, for their loving help and assistance in his final days.

Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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Duane Calvert Stormer, 68, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Born in Wadsworth January 7, 1946, to Kenneth and Martha (Calvert) Stormer, he grew up in River Styx and graduated from Wadsworth High School.

Duane proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, where he received The Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star Attachment, Republic Vietnam Campaign Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge. He was a member of Wadsworth VFW Post #1089. He was a lifelong outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing , camping, sitting on the picnic table and roasting corn with his friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughters, Tina L. Stormer of Medina and Dawn K. (Joe) Stormer-Falkenberg of Valley City; son, Tim D. Scott of Akron; grandchildren, Jaden Stormer-Falkenberg, Kalee Falkenberg, Kara Clark and Logan Stormer; mother, Martha Stormer of River Styx; siblings, John (Sandy) Stormer of Mentor, Marcella Ritzman of Columbia Station; Dennis (Cheryl) Stormer of Barberton and Dean (Nancy) Stormer of Creston; nieces, Carol, Kathy, Karen and Misty; nephews, Derek and Derry Dean; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth; son, Tommy Scott; and nephews Jim and Jeff Stormer.

The family will receive friends Sunday, March 9, 2014, 1 to 4 P.M., at Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Street in Wadsworth, where the funeral service will be held Monday, March 10, 2014, at 12 Noon. Burial will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, with full military honors rendered by Wadsworth VFW Post 1089.

In lieu of flowers, please help a Vietnam era veteran so they will not be the forgotten ones.

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Beatrice V. “Betty” Bachtell, 89, passed away peacefully Monday, March 3, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born January 1, 1925, to Charles and Kathryn Derrick, in Medina. She was a lifelong resident of Medina.

Betty had a passion for helping others by listening and lending a helping hand. She enjoyed her family, with her greatest joy being her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Betty married Dale Bachtell January 23, 1943 and spent their life together in Medina. Together they ran Bachtell Floor Covering for 40 years. Betty spent her later years enjoying crocheting, crossword puzzles, Bingo and Scrabble. Betty is survived by her daughter, Darwenna (David) Jacobs, of Medina; and son, Dale, Jr., (Sandy) of Seville; grandchilden, Jim Bachtell, William Finney, Kathy (Gary) Edinger, Jeff Squire, Brandy (Ben) Murphy, Derrick Bachtell, Drew (Ashley) Bachtell, Eddie Bachtell and Laura Bachtell; and eight great-grandchilren. Also surviving are her step-grandchildren, Tina Jacobs and David E. Jacobs, and Derrick and David Hershberger.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Dale, Sr.; and son, Charles Edward Bachtell.

The family would like to send their sincere thanks to the staff at Medina Meadows, for the gracious care given to Betty for nine years and also Hospice of Medina County.

Friends are welcome to join the family for a Graveside Service Wednesday, March 19, 2014, at 1:30 P.M., at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Acme Road, Seville.

Memorial contributions may be made, in Betty’s name, to Hospice of Medina County, 5075 Windfall Road, Medina, OH 44256.

Arrangements by Armstrong Funeral Home, Seville.

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Martha A. Carling, 88, of Mineral City, passed away Friday, February 14, 2014, in Rose Lane Health Center. Born in Cleveland, a daughter of the late Edward and Lillian (Pennard) Angel, she had been a resident of the Sandyville area since 1946, previously residing in New Philadelphia. Martha was a 1944 graduate of New Philadelphia High School, a member of Magnolia Baptist Temple, and retired in 1991 from the Ohio Historical Society at Zoar Village, after 19 years service, where she was a guide. It is fitting that Martha passed away on Valentine’s Day because her life was filled with love. She loved her family and her family of friends. She loved birds and flowers and music. Martha loved to play the organ, sing, paint and play games with her friends. She loved to write and was very proud that one of her books was published: “A Jade Goddess Called Bossie.” She loved to make people happy and laugh and sing. Martha will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Carling, on October 27, 2009; her brother, Robert Angel; and her granddaughter, Christine Recknor.

She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Norman Recknor, of Ocala, Florida, and Anna and Wayne Slepecky, of Medina; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Larry and Claudette Carling, of Massillon, and Gary Carling; and eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 8, 2014, at 2 P.M., in Rose Lane Health Center with Reverend Chuck Federkan officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Martha’s family would like to thank the staff, residents and administration at Rose Lane Health Center for their care and affection for Martha over the years. She was happy there and had the opportunity to serve others, which she loved. A special thank you to Anne and Gracie and Martha’s “Bingo Gang” who brought her so much joy.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.

Condolences may be left at www.gordonfuneralhomes.com

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JoAnn M. Loesch, 76, of Medina, passed peacefully unto her heavenly home, Thursday, March 6, 2014. JoAnn was born January 10, 1938, in Cleveland, to the late Joseph and Emily (nee Kurowski) Hritz. She resided in Medina County since 1975.

JoAnn was a homemaker and member of St. Martin of Tours. She had been the caregiver for her beloved husband, Thomas, who passed away in 2012. JoAnn enjoyed gardening, loved her bird watching and was an avid reader. She also was noted for traveling and going on cruises with her daughters.

JoAnn will be greatly missed by her children, Becky Loesch, Thomas J. Loesch and Beth (Cookie) Loesch; grandchildren, Justin Loesch and George T.J. Miller; cherished sister, Gayle (Jim) Niskala; niece, Jodi; and nephew, James; and great aunt of three.

She is preceded in death by a twin daughter, Bonnie; and an infant sister, Jeannie.

A Funeral Service will be at 10 A.M., Saturday, March 8, 2014, at St. Martin of Tours, 1800 Station Road, Valley City. Family and friends are to meet at the chapel. Reverend Thomas Dunphy will officiate. Burial will be at St. Martin Cemetery, in Valley City. Please call from 6 to 8 P.M., Friday, March 7, 2014, at the Bauer Funeral Home, 2089 Columbia Rd., Valley City.

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Earl W. Lariviere, 86, passed away peacefully Friday, March 7, 2014.

Arrangements are being handled by Waite & Son Funeral Home, Medina Chapel.

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Lloyd E. Naragon, 104, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 5, 2014, in Medina. Lloyd was born October 9, 1909 in Loyal Oak, Ohio to the late Reverend E.E. and Edna (Weaver) Naragon. He graduated from high school in Kenton, Ohio, received a B.S. from Heidelberg College, followed by a Master’s Degree in mathematics from Columbia University in New York City.

Lloyd began his career as a teacher in 1931, in Mallet Creek. He received a promotion to principal of York School, followed by an appointment as Superintendent of the newly formed Buckeye School District.

Lloyd will be remembered as a loved and respected teacher and administrator. He retired from this position in 1971, after almost 45 years. Lloyd then began a second career working with Gerspacher Real Estate for over 10 years,

Lloyd was a lifetime member of the Medina Kiwanis Breakfast Club, F & AM Medina Lodge #58 and Medina Methodist Church for over 50 years.

Lloyd was the beloved father of Cynthia Naragon of Chippewa Lake; loving grandfather of Kevin Rich of Chippewa Lake, and Zachary Rich of Alston, Massachusetts; and dear brother of Dr. Elwood (Doris) Naragon of Medina. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Leona (Shumaker) in 1982; and second wife, Elinor (Hayden) in 2003; brother, Harold Naragon; and sisters, Leona Deuring and Pauline Lord.

Lloyd’s family would like to express special thanks to caregiver Lisa Wicks, Medina Meadows, and Dr. Yatish Goyal for their loving care and support of Lloyd.

Services will be held Monday, March 10, 2014, 12:30 P.M., at the Waite & Son Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St., Medina. Chaplain Don Verdell will officiate. Burial will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday, March 9, 2014, from 2 until 6 P.M., at the funeral home.

Donations may be given to Medina County Hospice, in memory of Lloyd, for their loving help and assistance in his final days.

Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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Early Tuesday morning, March 4, 2014, Lloyd Jay Alber, of Henderson Nevada, made his transition to Heaven. Lloyd was born May 27, 1934 in Granger Township, Medina, into a family of dairy farmers.

Lloyd had a love for nature and for people. At an early age, Lloyd learned the value of hard work as he ran the H.W Alber and Sons farm with his father, Harold and brother, Richard. On the farm, he gained a passion and strong spiritual sense of this world as he experienced firsthand the great creations of God and watched nature unfold before him in the land that he tilled and the animals he raised. He often wondered why God didn’t give the cows a day of rest on Sundays as he toiled on the farm seven days a week, throughout the first half of his life. While in Ohio, Lloyd and his family were active in their rural community church – The Remsen Christian Church and frequently attended the Akron Baptist Temple, where his in-laws worshipped.

As the dairy farm became an economic struggle, the family slowly migrated west. In 1985, Lloyd with his beautiful wife, followed his parents and children to Phoenix, Arizona, where Lloyd and Charlene began new careers in the real estate industry. This is where Lloyd got to enjoy his other passion in life, working with people. He never met a stranger and was quickly admired and loved by all who knew him. He was driven to help people turn the dream of owning a home into a reality. His farm based work ethic and love for people earned him many awards and success in the real estate market.

In 2005, Lloyd and Charlene retired and health conditions became a part Lloyd’s daily life. In 2007, Lloyd and Charlene relocated to Henderson, Nevada to be closer to family and share more in the activities of their grandchildren. They received tremendous joy seeing their grandchildren frequently.

In the fall of 2011, Lloyd and Charlene joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and were sealed for time and eternity on September 29, 2012 in the Las Vegas LDS Temple.

Lloyd left an impression on all who met him, and will always be remembered for his bright smile, jokes, words of encouragement, farm stories, and being positive and loving in all situations. He was never shy about saying hello to a complete stranger and quickly gained new friends. He will be missed by all.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold William Alber and Ethel Lucille Tremaine Alber; brother, Richard Lewis Alber; and in-laws, Malcolm Rice Caraway and Geneva Elizabeth Dailey Caraway.

Lloyd is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years and 11 months, Charlene Ola Caraway Alber; daughters, Karen Alber Sheckard of Silver Lake, Washington, Kimberly Alber of Phoenix, Arizona; son, Kenneth Lloyd Alber and daughter-in-law, Michelle Sorensen Alber of Henderson, Nevada; one very special granddaughter, Lauren Elizabeth Alber; five grandsons, Jonathan Sheckard, Jason Sheckard, Ryan Kenneth Alber, Brandon Michael Alber, and Chaston Lloyd Alber; and two great-grandchildren, McKenzie Sheckard and Landon Sheckard.

Friends may visit at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Chapel, 2497 Cozy Hill Circle, Henderson, Nevada 89052. A Visitation will be held Friday evening, March 7, 2014, from 6 until 8:30 P.M., and Saturday morning, March 8, 2014, from 9 until 10:30 A.M., with a Funeral Service following at 11 A.M. Interment will be at Palm Eastern Mortuary and Cemetery, 7600 S. Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89123.

Donations can be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Muscular Sclerosis Society and the Lou Ruvo Brain Institute at the Cleveland Clinic in Las Vegas. Friends are invited to visit www.palmeastern.com, to share stories of Lloyd’s life.

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Laura F. Petrus, 78, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2014. She was born to Orvel and Merle (nee Stafford) Arthurs on February 4, 1936 in New Boston, Ohio.

Laura was a loving, wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. She loved spending time with her family, especially the grandkids. Laura also crocheted, collected dolls, she was an expert TV remote operator and loved playing cards with her best friends, Earl and Jerry.

She will be missed by her beloved children, Diana (Gary) Saunders, Michael (Nancy), Robert (Karen), John; seven grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; niece, Gail (whom Laura was like a mother to); and her sister, Wanda.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William; son, Billy; granddaughter, Nicole; and brothers, Don, Raymond and Gene.

Friends may join the family for visitation Monday, March 10, 2014 from 6 to 8 P.M. at Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 1642 Pearl Road, (1/2 mile South of Route 303), Brunswick. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 11 A.M. in the funeral home, followed by interment at Sunset Memorial Park, North Olmsted.

Online memorials at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com

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Duane Calvert Stormer, 68, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Born in Wadsworth January 7, 1946, to Kenneth and Martha (Calvert) Stormer, he grew up in River Styx and graduated from Wadsworth High School.

Duane proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, where he received The Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star Attachment, Republic Vietnam Campaign Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge. He was a member of Wadsworth VFW Post #1089. He was a lifelong outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing , camping, sitting on the picnic table and roasting corn with his friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughters, Tina L. Stormer of Medina and Dawn K. (Joe) Stormer-Falkenberg of Valley City; son, Tim D. Scott of Akron; grandchildren, Jaden Stormer-Falkenberg, Kalee Falkenberg, Kara Clark and Logan Stormer; mother, Martha Stormer of River Styx; siblings, John (Sandy) Stormer of Mentor, Marcella Ritzman of Columbia Station; Dennis (Cheryl) Stormer of Barberton and Dean (Nancy) Stormer of Creston; nieces, Carol, Kathy, Karen and Misty; nephews, Derek and Derry Dean; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth; son, Tommy Scott; and nephews Jim and Jeff Stormer.

The family will receive friends Sunday, March 9, 2014, 1 to 4 P.M., at Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Street in Wadsworth, where the funeral service will be held Monday, March 10, 2014, at 12 Noon. Burial will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, with full military honors rendered by Wadsworth VFW Post 1089.

In lieu of flowers, please help a Vietnam era veteran so they will not be the forgotten ones.

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Marcy J. Utlak, 48, of Hinckley, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 2, 2014, in her home. She was born on January 27, 1966 to Michael and Janet (nee Hurley) Utlak in Cleveland.

Marcy is survived by her mother, Janet; brother, Monte (Kelly) Utlak; and nieces, Samantha, Shannon and Savannah.

She was preceded in death by her father.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements were handled by Waite and Son Funeral Home, Brunswick Chapel.

Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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Beatrice V. “Betty” Bachtell, 89, passed away peacefully Monday, March 3, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born January 1, 1925, to Charles and Kathryn Derrick, in Medina. She was a lifelong resident of Medina.

Betty had a passion for helping others by listening and lending a helping hand. She enjoyed her family, with her greatest joy being her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Betty married Dale Bachtell January 23, 1943 and spent their life together in Medina. Together they ran Bachtell Floor Covering for 40 years. Betty spent her later years enjoying crocheting, crossword puzzles, Bingo and Scrabble. Betty is survived by her daughter, Darwenna (David) Jacobs, of Medina; and son, Dale, Jr., (Sandy) of Seville; grandchilden, Jim Bachtell, William Finney, Kathy (Gary) Edinger, Jeff Squire, Brandy (Ben) Murphy, Derrick Bachtell, Drew (Ashley) Bachtell, Eddie Bachtell and Laura Bachtell; and eight great-grandchilren. Also surviving are her step-grandchildren, Tina Jacobs and David E. Jacobs, and Derrick and David Hershberger.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Dale, Sr.; and son, Charles Edward Bachtell.

The family would like to send their sincere thanks to the staff at Medina Meadows, for the gracious care given to Betty for nine years and also Hospice of Medina County.

Friends are welcome to join the family for a Graveside Service Wednesday, March 19, 2014, at 1:30 P.M., at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Acme Road, Seville.

Memorial contributions may be made, in Betty’s name, to Hospice of Medina County, 5075 Windfall Road, Medina, OH 44256.

Arrangements by Armstrong Funeral Home, Seville.

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Douglas S. Johnson, 55, of Valley City, passed away Friday, March 7, 2014. He was born June 24, 1958 in Marysville, Ohio, and lived in Medina County for the last 50 years.

Mr. Johnson was a residential plumber for 30 years. He enjoyed many hobbies including bird hunting, golfing, snowmobiling and enjoyed the outdoors.

Mr. Johnson leaves behind his son, Kyle Johnson (Katey); sister, Kim Johnson; brother, Brook Johnson (Janeen); niece, Kelly Sopiecha (Rich); great nephew, Joey; and great niece, Lily.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Stacy and Carol (nee Engle) Johnson.

A memorial service will be held for family and friends at First Christian Church, 3611 Center Road, Brunswick, Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 1 P.M.

Arrangements by Bollinger Funeral Goods and Services of Brunswick, (330) 273-6001.

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Thomas J. Szuhy, 73, of Brunswick, passed away peacefully Friday, March 7, 2014. He was born September 7, 1940 to the late John and Clara (nee Jursco) Szuhy in Cleveland.

Thomas worked as a butcher for 44 years, for Fisher-Fazio’s and Giant Eagle, including years as a supervisor and in management.

He was a charter member of the Brunswick Fraternal Order of Eagles Council #3505 and Knights of Columbus Brunswick Council #4847, serving as Grand Knight in 1976. He loved to go primitive camping where he was known as “Gray Knife”, hunting, fishing and bowling.

Thomas was the beloved husband of Donna for 50 years; loving father of Michael (Heather) Szuhy of Medina and Kathleen (Robert) Gdovin of Elyria; dear grandfather of Jacob and Nicholas; and brother of Donna L. Szuhy of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Joan Fleming.

A private celebration of Thomas’ life will be held at the funeral home and the family will have a special memorial for “Gray Knife” at Great Trails in Malvern, Ohio in August.

Waite and Son Funeral Home, Brunswick Chapel, handled arrangements.

Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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Margaret H. Klinect, 81, of Valley City, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2014. Bauer Funeral Home, of Valley City, is handling arrangements. A complete obituary will be in the Tuesday Medina County Gazette.

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Gerry was born in Wadsworth, where she spent the vast majority of her life. She graduated from Wadsworth High School in 1939, where she met (and later married) her high school sweetheart, Charles (Chuck) Harris. The couple were married in Biloxi, Mississippi, where he was in training for his military service in World War II. After spending several months in Biloxi Gerry came home to live with her parents until Chuck was discharged at the end of the war.

After Chuck returned home they moved to Akron for a brief time where Chuck operated a business, but ultimately they returned to Wadsworth where they built the house that they lived in for more than 55 years.

Gerry worked for many of the businesses that are part of Wadsworth’s history – the Ohio Match Company, the E-Jay Lumber Yards, Wadsworth Millwork and Wadsworth Sash & Door. She also owned and operated Administration Tax Services, a public accounting and tax preparation business, for many years.

Gerry was well known in Wadsworth, where she was an early and active member of the Wadsworth Footlighters. She was also active in civic affairs and ran for City Auditor and for City Treasurer and was Treasurer of the committee that erected the gazebo on Wadsworth Square. Gerry was active in the VFW and in Eastern Stars, serving in all of the offices including Worthy Matron. She was also treasurer for the United Methodist Church for more than 25 years. She enjoyed working among the volunteers who cooked for the Masons and Lions Club’s weekly lunches. While her three sons were young Gerry served as a Den Leader for the Cub Scouts.

After Chuck’s passing in January 2005, Gerry remained living in the family home in Wadsworth with her beloved dog Jack, the last of many dogs that she had over the years, until she moved to Arden Courts in Bath four years ago. At Arden Courts she was always considered to be the life of the party and was the staff’s favorite resident.

Gerry passed away peacefully, she is survived by her three sons and one daughter-in-law, Gary Harris, Larry Harris and David and Cherie Harris; six grandchildren, Vega (Keller), Nik, Dianthe, Megan, George and Shawn; four great grandchildren and two nieces, Vickie (Bruce) Pietrangelo and Valerie (Greg) Dannemiller.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 12, 2014 from 5 to 8 P.M. at Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Street, Wadsworth, where Eastern Star Services will be conducted at 7:30 P.M. and funeral service will be held Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 2 P.M. Gerry will be buried in Woodlawn Cemetery next to Chuck, the true love of her life.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wadsworth United Methodist Church, 195 Broad St., Wadsworth, OH 44281 or Humane Society of Greater Akron, 7996 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087.

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Ralph E. Stanley, 77, of Burbank, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2014.

Ralph served in the United States Army. He married Vera (nee Siedel) on November 15, 1980. Ralph was proud to serve as Sgt. with the Medina County Sheriff Post for 47 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Road (corner of River Styx and Rt.18), Medina.

Online memorials at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com

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Thomas J. Szuhy, 73, of Brunswick, passed away peacefully Friday, March 7, 2014. He was born September 7, 1940 to the late John and Clara (nee Jursco) Szuhy in Cleveland.

Thomas worked as a butcher for 44 years, for Fisher-Fazio’s and Giant Eagle, including years as a supervisor and in management.

He was a charter member of the Brunswick Fraternal Order of Eagles Council #3505 and Knights of Columbus Brunswick Council #4847, serving as Grand Knight in 1976. He loved to go primitive camping where he was known as “Gray Knife”, hunting, fishing and bowling.

Thomas was the beloved husband of Donna for 50 years; loving father of Michael (Heather) Szuhy of Medina and Kathleen (Robert) Gdovin of Elyria; dear grandfather of Jacob and Nicholas; and brother of Donna L. Szuhy of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Joan Fleming.

A private celebration of Thomas’ life will be held at the funeral home and the family will have a special memorial for “Gray Knife” at Great Trails in Malvern, Ohio in August.

Waite and Son Funeral Home, Brunswick Chapel, handled arrangements.

Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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David Byers, 67, of Lodi, died unexpectedly Friday, March 7, 2014. He was born July 4, 1946 to Raymond and Lena (Buchanan) Byers.

He graduated from Cloverleaf High School in 1964 and soon thereafter joined the U.S. Air Force in service to his country. He spent a year in Vietnam and was honorably discharged in 1970. He settled in Lodi upon his discharge. He worked for Westfield Insurance for 25 years, Spencer Machine and lastly at Sharon Printing in Sharon Center, retiring in March, 2009. David was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Wadsworth.

Surviving is his wife of 41 years, Catherine (nee Schmidt) Byers; son, Gerald (Karen); grandchildren, Isaac and Elizabeth; brother, Richard Byers and sister-in-law, Lynn; nieces and nephews, several great-nieces and nephews; several great-great nieces and nephews with another “great-great” due any moment.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Daniel (Lynn); and sister-in-law, Barbara.

The family will receive friends Thursday, March 13, 2014 from 4 to 8 P.M. at Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Street, Wadsworth. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 14, 2014 at 11 A.M. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 146 High St., Wadsworth, with Rev. Daniel J. Cammarn officiating. Inurnment will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Medina County SPCA, 235 S. Medina St., Medina, OH 44256 or Grace Lutheran Church Building Repair and Renovation Fund, P.O. 406, Wadsworth, OH 44282-0406.

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Margaret H. Klinect, 81, of Valley City passed unto her heavenly home Sunday, March 9, 2014. Marge was born August 29, 1932, in Medina, to the late Henry and Rosina (nee Muntz) Orth. She was a lifelong resident of Medina County. Marge was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Valley City, where she had been a member of the Zion Women Circle and the Altar Guild.

Marge worked as a secretary for the former Tubbs Insurance in Medina and was also a bookkeeper for the former Klinect TV in Grafton. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by all those who lives she touched.

She was the beloved mother of Dennis (Patty) Marvin, David (Jean) Marvin, Cheryl (Jim) Hedrick, Larry (Nyra) Klinect, Ron (Peggy) Klinect and Cheryl (Bob) Shipley; cherished grandmother of Heidi (Ryan) Sweeney, Abby (Seth) Auman, Samantha (Steven) Gunkelman, Kyle Marvin, Elliott Hedrick, Ethan (Aya) Hedrick and Evan Hedrick, Randy (Katie) Klinect, April (Brett) Furber, Stephanie and Krystal Klinect, Jason (Jennifer) Shipley, Kara and Katelyn Shipley; special great-grandmother of Reagan, Brody, Riley, Noah, Sara Jean, Jackie, Kai, Cam, Madison and Hannah; and dear sister of Wilbur Orth

She was preceded in death by her husband,William Klinect, 2006; and sister, Delores Denson.

Funeral Service will be held at 11 A.M., Friday, March 14, 2014, at Zion Lutheran Church, 2323 Abbeyville Road, Valley City, with Reverend Abby G.M. Auman officiating. Burial will be at Zion Lutheran Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, March 13, 2014, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M., at the Bauer Funeral Home, 2089 Columbia Road, Valley City.

Memorials suggested, is desired, to Hospice of Medina County or to Zion Lutheran Church.

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