Obituaries - Star Beacon April 1, 2008

CONNEAUT —William “Bull” L. Ely, age 71, of Conneaut, died peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at his residence with his family at his side, following a long struggle with diabetes.Bill was born July 7, 1936, in Conneaut, Ohio, the son of Derwin and Edna (Marker) Ely. Bill attended Conneaut High School and went on to serve his country as a Paratrooper in the United States Army with the 325th Tank Company of the 82nd Airborne Division in the Infantry Reg. Following an honorable discharge, he returned to Conneaut to work at the former Nickel Plate Railroad as a fireman. He went on to work for Al Divittorio Construction Company and later for the Peerless Sand Company. He worked at the former Hercules Packing Co. in Conneaut as a Tool and Die maker and also served as Union President for the plant. Bill also worked as a Tool and Die maker for the former Transplastics Company in Conneaut. Bill was a member of the Conneaut Moose Club and a former member of the Knights of Phythius. He loved racing and was an avid go-cart racer and stock car racer years ago at Raceway 7. He was very well known for engine and stock car building. Bill liked to golf and his favorite pastime was making homemade wine. He also enjoyed building homemade birdhouses and talking to the birds and squirrels. Bill loved to fly and most recently he was able to pilot a glider airplane in California while on vacation. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Donna Ambrose; father-in-law, Angelo Zappitelli; brother-in-law, Albert Zappitelli; and a great niece, Terri Ahles. He is survived by his wife, Marie (Bertone) Ely, whom he married Oct. 31, 1959, at St. Frances Cabrini Church; a daughter, Carolyn and Mark Mysza of Garfield Heights; two sons, Greg Ely of Pinnellas Park, Fla., and Brian and Heather Ely of Flat Rock, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Jennifer and Brandon Jones, Jessicca and Danielle Ely, Logan and Michaela Ely and Ashley and Thomas Mysza; two great-grandchildren, Hannah and Xander Jones; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Nick and Dorothy Zappitelli, Phil and Yvonne Splan, all of Florida and Anthony and Mary Zappitelli and Barb Zappitelli, all of Conneaut; nephews, Eddie Trutwin, Nicholas Zappitelli, Joe and Stacy Zappitelli and Mike and Dawn Zappitelli; and nieces, Tracy Rose and Roseann Angerer; and several cousins. Bill also leaves behind his mother-in-law, whom he loved very much, Jennie Zappitelli. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Mill St., Conneaut, with Father Raymond Thomas officiating. Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, N. Kingsville, Ohio, where the American Legion Honor Squad will conduct Military Rites. Calling Hours will be held on Friday, April 4, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Frances Cabrini Capital Campaign Fund, St. Jude's Hospital or the Hospice of the Western Reserve.View/sign guestbook online at www.raisianfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/1/2008 - 4/3/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 2, 2008

CONNEAUT — Minnie E. Specht, age 97, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Tuesday morning, April 1, 2008, at Hamot Medical Center in Erie, Pa. Born December 21, 1910, in Conneaut, Ohio, and was the daughter of John and Julia (Hinz) Biscoff, and was a lifelong Conneaut resident.Mrs. Specht was employed for 26 years, at the former Astatic Corp., retiring in 1976, and she also was an election poll worker. Mrs. Specht was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters of America, and the East Conneaut Fire Department Auxiliary. While her children were in school, she was active in the P.T.A. She enjoyed reading, knitting, and being with people, especially her family. She was also a Cleveland Indians and Cavaliers fan. Survivors include three sons, John W. (Margaret) Specht of Conneaut, Ohio, James R. (Carolyn) Specht of Roanoke, Va., and Joseph G. (Audrey) Specht of Conneaut; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a number of nieces, nephews, and more distant relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John A. Specht in 1967; four sisters, Rosalie Hawley, Verna Dixon, Josephine Scribner, and Margaret in infancy; two infant brothers, Henry and John; a grandson, Charlie Fisher; and a great-grandson, Mathew-Shields Specht. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Noon on Friday, April 4, at St. Mary Church, 480 State St., Conneaut, OHIO, with Rev. Raymond Thomas, officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.Friends may call 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Friday morning, April 4, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio.In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Conneaut Rescue Squad or to the St. Mary Church Capital Campaign. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and at the church.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/2/2008 - 4/4/2008.

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Kenneth J. Lundgren
CONNEAUT — Kenneth J. Lundgren, age 74, of Conneaut, Ohio, entered into rest Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Hamot Medical Center in Erie, Pa. Born April 9, 1933, in Graettinger, Iowa, he was the son of N. Edward and Agnes (Pearson) Lundgren, and graduated in 1951, from Conneaut High School. A Veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served during the Korean War. He retired in 1989, from General Electric Base Plant, where he worked in the lamp department. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and American Legion Cowle Post #151. When his children were young, he was involved at C.L.Y.O. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Indians fan, and enjoyed bowling. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Betty M. (Hopkins) Lundgren; his son, David (Susan) Lundgren of Concord, Ohio; his sister, M. Elaine Nelson of Houston, Tex.; his brother, Gary (June) Lundgren of Ashtabula, Ohio; nine grandchildren, David Lundgren, Jr., John Lundgren, Jr., Courtney Lundgren, Kristen Lundgren, Ronald Hope, Christine Hope, Cory Hope, Hope Pignotti, and Cody Pignotti; step-son; Ronald (Lili) Hope of Tampa, Fla.; and a step-daughter Pamela Hope of Woodstock, Ga. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, John K. Lundgren; and two brothers, Robert and Frank Lundgren. Private Graveside Services will be in East Conneaut Cemetery, with full military honors. The Rev. Terry Kern, pastor of East Conneaut Baptist Chapel, will officiate. There will be no calling hours observed. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, where arrangements are being handled. Condolences at www.marcyfuneralservices.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/4/2008 - 4/5/2008.

Karen Sue Dawson
CONNEAUT — Karen Sue Dawson, age 52, of Broad St., Conneaut, Ohio, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the Ashtabula County Medical Center. Born July 21, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was a daughter to the late Edgar and Margaret (Hitchcock) Wilson, and had lived most of her life in Conneaut. She is survived by her husband of 35 years Ronald; daughters, Bonnie (Mike) Maehler of Conneaut, Veronica (Shane) Buckley of Conneaut, and Savannah Pudder of Ashtabula; sons, Ronald (Suzanne) Dawson, II of Conneaut, Paul (Jessica) Dawson of Ashtabula, and Andrew Dawson of Ashtabula; three children she raised, Crystal Wilson, Stephanie Wilson and Richard Steele; 15 grandchildren; four sisters; and five brothers. She was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Joshua. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m., Monday, April 7, 2008, at the Church of God, St. Rte 7, Monroe Twp., Ohio, with Pastor Raymond Lamb officiating. Burial will follow at Gageville Cemetery. Calling hours will be 2 to 4 p.m., ,Sunday, April 6, 2008, at the THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main St., Conneaut, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the Funeral Home.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/3/2008 - 4/5/2008.

Henrietta Sanny Leavery
PALM HARBOR, Fla. — Henrietta (Sanny) Leavery, age 81, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Coral Oaks Assisted Living, Palm Harbor, Fla., surrounded by her family.She is survived by her daughter, Sandra (and Michael) Morelli; her son, Joseph (and Debra) Leavery; grandchildren, Kelly (and Mark) Griffen, Troy (and Shannon) Leavery, and Scott Leavery; great-grandchildren, Mark and Ashley Griffin, Sydnie and Ashlyn Leavery; and one sister, Edith Boyle.She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Leavery; and a brother, Emil Zappitelli. Graveside Services will be 12:30 p.m., Saturday, April 12, 2008, at St. Joseph Cemetery, Route 20, Conneaut, Ohio, with Father Raymond Thomas, officiating. The family requests donations be made to the Hospice of Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, Fla., 33760 or envelopes are available at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut , Ohio, who is handling local arrangements.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/3/2008 - 4/5/2008.

 
MONROE Twp. — Donald Loyed Bowers, Sr., age 67, of Monroe Township, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at his home. Born April 19, 1940, in Albion, Pa, he was the son of Donald and Charlotte (Kinney) Bowers.He was in the National Guard and the Army Reserves, and had been employed over the years at Emco-Wheaton, Horton Vault Company, and was a school bus driver, in the Conneaut Area School System, from which he retired in 2002. Most recently, he had worked part-time as a security guard with Pinkerton Security at C.W. Ohio.He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, and spending time with his family and friends. His greatest joy was being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Survivors include his parents, Donald and Charlotte Bowers of Conneaut, Ohio; his wife, Judith M. (Richards) Bowers, whom he married March 19, 1960; two daughters, Becky S. (Jim) Crowl and Adrain M. (Michael) Douglas, all of Conneaut; three sons, Russell L. (Sandy) Bowers, Sr., Donald L. (Becky) Bowers, Jr., and Brian D. (Rose) Bowers, all of Conneaut; two sisters, Laura Johnston and Mary J. Lott, both of Conneaut; his brother Clarence (Shirley) Bowers of Conneaut; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous niece, nephews, and more distant relatives.He was preceded in death by his son, Miles Bowers in 2006; a grandson, Joshua Bowers; his nephew, Billy Johnston; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Ruth Albee, Sr.; and his grandparents, Charles and Mazie Bowers, and Jessie and Carri Kinney.Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 7, 2008, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, with Pastor Steven Crowl, officiating. Burial will be in Kelloggsville Cemetery, Monroe Township, Ohio. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m., at the Funeral Home, on Sunday, April 6.Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences at www.marcyfuneralservices.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/3/2008 - 4/5/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 6, 2008

CONNEAUT — Geraldine R. Lott, age 76, of Conneaut, Oho, died Friday, April 04, 2008, at University Hospital, in Cleveland, Ohio.
     Born February 22, 1932, in Conneaut, she was the daughter of Albert and Flora (George) Wilson.
     She had worked as a custodian at St. Mary and St. Frances Cabrini Churches, and also worked at Quality Cleaners.
     She attended the Conneaut Church of God, and the Aglow women's group. She enjoyed doing plastic crafts, crossword puzzles, and embroidery. She also enjoyed country and western music, traveling and going to bluegrass music festivals.
     Survivors include, two daughters, Penny (James) Sharles of San Diego, Calif., Shirley (Earnest) McCumber of Conneaut, Ohio; 12 sons, Terry (Marlene) Lott of Michigan, Bruce Lott of Jefferson, Ohio, Paul (Charlene) Lott of Jefferson, Ohio, John (Susan) Lott of Pierpont, Ohio, Scott (Rhonda) Lott of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Joseph Lott of Cleveland, Ohio, and Earl (Marcia) Miller, Jack (Judy) Lott, Donald (Beverly) Lott, George Lott, and Michael Lott all of Conneaut, and Charles Lott of Leavittsburg, Ohio; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pauline Nading of Ravenna, Ohio, and Dorothy Smith of Conneaut, Ohio; brother, Leland Wilson of Ashtabula, Ohio; as well as a number of nieces and nephews.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John G. Lott, Sr.; her sister, Winifred Morrow; and three brothers, Gordon, Forest, and Kenneth Wilson.
     Graveside services will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Glenwood Cemetery, Conneaut, Ohio, with the Rev. Raymond Lamb, pastor of Church of God, officiating.
     No calling hours will be observed. The MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, is in charge of arrangements.

MADISON — Mary Jane Spiesman, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at the home of her friend, in Parrish, Fla.Born in Ashtabula, Ohio, she lived in Madison (Unionville), Ohio, for over 40 years, prior to moving to Florida.Mary Jane was a cosmetologist for over 20 years, at one time owning Beaut-E-Lane Salon, in Geneva and Perry, prior to retiring. She also worked many years, assisting the elderly in their homes, providing for their needs, subsequent to retiring as a cosmetologist.She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, in Madison, Ohio, for over 40 years. She enjoyed many years of ballroom dancing, dining out, and entertaining friends and family, with her talents for baking, and cooking. She also enjoyed her many visits to baby-sit her grandchildren. An avid swimmer at the Madison YMCA for many years, she earned many award patches for swimming hundreds of miles.Survivors include her children, David Spiesman of Colorado, Debra (Lloyd) Hartline of Bradenton, Fla., Mary Anna Miller, of Littleton, Colo., and Benjamin (Patrece) Spiesman of Leroy Twp.; grandchildren, Daniel, Brandon, Victoria, Lloyd, Brianna, Danielle, Gabriel, Jacob, and Jarrod; sister, Greta Cinciarelli; brothers, Joseph, Eugene, and Bobby Sandella; and dear friend, William Wiltrack.She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, David L. Spiesman; and her brother, Anthony Sandella.Arrangements are being handled by COVELL FUNERAL HOME, 4232 26th. St.-West, Bradenton, Fla. A Mass and Service are tentatively scheduled for July, in Madison and Perry, Ohio.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/4/2008 - 4/6/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 7, 2008

CONNEAUT — Carolyn L. “Sue” Rockwell, age 68, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Hamot Medical Center, Erie, Pa., following a long illness. Sue was born March 2, 1940, in Hartford, Conn., the daughter of Andrew D. and Priscilla (Hills) Woodbury. Her family moved in 1940 to St. Petersburg, Fla., where she attended Boca Ciega High School. She went on to business college and later worked for the stock market in Hartford, Conn. In 1960, Sue came to the Conneaut area and worked for the former Astatic Co. in the production, salvage, and repair department; and in the office with Nationwide Insurance Company, until she became disabled. Sue was a member of St. Mary Church in Conneaut. She enjoyed playing golf, knitting and the Cleveland Indians and Browns. She especially enjoyed raising her family, being a good wife was very important to her. Preceded in death by her parents, Sue is survived by her husband, James M. Rockwell, whom she married July 28, 1977 at St. Mary Church; three sons, Scott M. Grice of Correy, Pa., Jim and Dabney Rockwell III of Windsor, Va., and Trevor and Kim Rockwell of Conneaut; four daughters, Julie Grice of Lakeland, Fla., Suzanne and John Middleton of Tampa, Fla., Marci and Russell Werlinich of Dayton, Md., and Staci Marie and Ryan Walsh of Thorton, Pa.; a brother, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew A. Woodbury of Milton, Fla.; step-brother, Peter Woodbury of Grand Junction, Colo.; a step-sister, Virginia Noot of Houston, Tex.; and 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at St. Mary Church, State St., Conneaut, with Father Raymond Thomas as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut. Calling Hours will be held today, Tuesday, April 8, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the RAISIAN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 581 Harbor St., Conneaut, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Sue's family. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.View/sign obituary and guestbook at www.raisianfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/7/2008 - 4/9/2008.

CONNEAUT — Barbara A. Stroeter, age 76, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at UH Conneaut Medical Center. Born June 1, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of George and Atta J. (Miller) DeFrieze. Mrs. Stroeter lived most of her life in northeast Ohio and also spent some time in Naples, Fla., where she was employed at Comcast Communications. She enjoyed spending time at the beach, swimming, gardening, watching the Cleveland Indians and Cavaliers, and bird watching. She had a zest for life and radiated love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She instilled her joy for life, in everyone she met.Survivors include her daughters, Sandra L. Holcomb of Conneaut, and Mary Jo Stroeter of LaMesa, Calif.; her son, Richard A. (Rebecca) Stroeter of Naples, Fla.; eight grandchildren, Kelly Holcomb, Richie Holcomb, Kris (Tiffany) Holcomb, Stacy Holcomb, Clark P. Stroeter, Courtney R. Stroeter, Justin E. Stroeter, and Cody J. Stroeter; and four great-grandchildren, Taylor Wells, Maria Anderson, Chloe Holcomb, and Nyla Holcomb. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard E. Stroeter in 1994; her son, James H. Stroeter in 2006; her sister, Mary Jane Adams; and her brother, George DeFrieze. A celebration of her life will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at the MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, with the Rev. Jonathan Singer, pastor of First Baptist Church, officiating. Friends are invited to call at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 8, from 9:30 a.m., until the time of the service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
Condolences at www.marcyfuneralservices.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/5/2008 - 4/7/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 8, 2008

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CONNEAUT — June Irene Hodgins, former Conneaut, Ohio resident, peacefully passed away on December 1, 2007, at her home in Aliso Viejo, Calif., where she had resided for over five years.She was born February 1, 1922, to Leonard and Ethel Lilly.In Conneaut, June was an active member of First United Methodist Church, and worked from 1961 to 1974, for Dr. J. A. Ricaurte. Following their retirement, she and her husband of 61 years, Lev, moved to Lake Havasu, Ariz., and Dana Point, Calif., to be closer to their children and grandchildren. While in Lake Havasu, she volunteered at the Lake Havasu Regional Hospital. June is survived by her daughter, Judi Saczalski and son-in-law Ken of Newport Beach, Calif.; her son, Bill Hodgins and daughter-in-law Mary Lou of Farmington, N.M.; her sister, Mildred Polk; five grandchildren, Lauri, Todd, Tracy, Tammy and Billy; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren, all residing in Arizona and Washington State; and a number of nieces, nephews, and more distant relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Lev, in 2001; her brother, Charles; and her sister, Frances. June will be greatly missed, but always remembered, as a loving wife, mother, grandchildren, great-grandma, and great-great-grandma. Graveside services will be 12 noon, Saturday, April 12, 2008, in Center Cemetery, Conneaut, Ohio, with the Rev. Peg Welch, officiating. THE MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio, has charge of arrangements.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/9/2008 - 4/11/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 10, 2008

CONNEAUT — Raymond P. Soltis, age 83, of Furnace Road, died peacefully Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at The Villa at the Lake. Born August 31, 1924, in Monroe Center, Ohio, he was the son to Andrew and Anna (Fobean) Soltis, and was called was a lifelong resident of the area.He was retired as a Foreman with Norton Company, and the former Conneaut Rubber and Plastic. Raymond was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and for years enjoyed spending time with his family at weekly Soltis family gatherings. He also loved Chinese food, yard work, the outdoors, playing cards, children and traveling after retirement.Mr. Soltis is survived by brothers, Robert (Shirley) Soltis, of Erie and John (Jane) Soltis of Ashtabula; nieces and nephews, Shannon (Joe) Spitler of Mineral Ridge, Ohio, Linda (Dave) Wilkins of Mineral Ridge, Ohio, Ron (Barb) Hawley of Atlanta, Ga., Duane Soltis of Conneaut, Jack Soltis of N. Kingsville, Rich Soltis of N. Kingsville, Joyce Karal of Colorado, Gary Hawley of Mentor, Ohio, Kathleen (Ron) Jendral of Pittsburg, Pa., Sheri (Ron) Walbridge of Conneaut, Terry (Diann) Soltis of N. Lima, Ohio, MaryAnn (Joseph) LoBue of Mars, Pa., James Sedor of Kent, Ohio, Ann (Richard) Morgan of Sunbury, Ohio, Thomas (Dell) Soltis of Farmdale, Ohio, Richard (Barbara) Soltis of Geneva, Ohio, Susan Soltis of Cleveland Hts., Ohio, Cathy Klecan of Olmsted Twp., Ohio, Patrick Soltis of Shaker Hts., Ohio, Daniel Soltis of Belle Mead, N. J., Scott (Mary) Soltis of Erie, Pa., Deborah Konieczki of Erie, Pa., Janice (Jack) Eanni of Willowick, Ohio, and Carol (Edward) Davis of Medina, Ohio; and several great and great-great-nieces and nephews; as well as numerous in-laws, friends, and caring neighbors. He is preceded in death by his wife Betty J.; brothers, Paul, Adam, Joseph, Ed, Larry, Bernie, Tom, Albert, and twin brother Rudy; sisters, Helen Soltis, Mary Soltis and Delores Sedor. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2008, at the THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main St., Conneaut with Rev. Fr. Raymond Thomas of St. Catholic Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens. Calling hours will be 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, April 11, at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/10/2008 - 4/12/2008.

Obituaries - Star Beacon April 11, 2008

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CONNEAUT — Lillian M. Vespe, our beloved mother, age 88, of Conneaut, Ohio, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008, at the Villa at the Lake, where she had resided for the last several years. Born March 2, 1920, in Ashtabula, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Lillian (Mozga) Tobias. Lillian spent her entire adult life as a devoted wife and mother. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, also belonging to Catholic Daughters of America, the Altar Guild Society, and worked for many years at CLYO Bingo. She loved her children and grandchildren, and enjoyed the many birthday and Christmas celebrations. She especially enjoyed making pizza for her grandchildren. She was a wonderful cook and gardener and spent many years tending to her beautiful flowers. She enjoyed playing bingo, and watching the Cleveland Indians and golf on TV with her husband. She is survived by two sons, Joseph (Rebecca) Vespe of Conneaut and Jim (Kathy) of Conneaut and Phoenix, Ariz.; two daughters, Sandy (Tom) Stewart of Rootstown, Ohio, and Peggy Vespe of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; sisters, Helen Morales, Virginia Kajikawa of Illinois, and Emma Ouellette of Mich.; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph in 1999; brothers, Frank, Robert, and Larry Tobias; sisters, Dorothy Morales, Betty Santos, Irene Reyes, and Marge Alvarado. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Monday, April 14, 2008 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with Father Raymond Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens. Private family viewing will take place. THOMPSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 345 Main St., Conneaut is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the St. Mary’s Capital Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/12/2008 - 4/14/2008.

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CONNEAUT — Paul R. Taylor Sr., age 72, of Conneaut, Ohio, died Saturday morning, April 12, 2008.He was born Sept. 4, 1935, in Westernport, Md., and was the son of William H. and Bessie E. (Custer) Taylor. A Conneaut resident most of his life, he had served in the U.S. Coast Guard and Merchant Marines, and was employed at Emco-Wheaton and at Eighmy Products. Mr. Taylor enjoyed fishing and spending time with friends and family, and was a collector of coins, NASCAR memorabilia, baseball cards and vintage die cast cars. Survivors include four daughters, Cynthia E. Griffith of Greenfield, Ind., Robin L. Neubauer, Doreen M. Taylor and Holly K. Ekholm, all of Conneaut; two sons, Paul R. Taylor Jr. of Conneaut and Stephen J. Taylor of Asheboro, N.C.; three sisters, Mary E. Jenkins of Conneaut, Edith M. Kerns of Westernport, Md., and Ruth J. Woods of Oakland, Md.; a brother, James "Buddy" Taylor of Bloomington, Md.; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a grandchild on the way; and two great-grandchildren on the way. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, William "David" Taylor. Family and close friends are welcome to attend a gathering 2 p.m., Thursday, April 17, 2008, at the MARCY FAMILY CENTER, 180 Harbor St., Conneaut. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, in care of the MARCY FUNERAL HOME, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio.Condolences at www.marcyfuneralservices.com.
Published in The Star Beacon from 4/14/2008 - 4/15/2008.

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