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A A J. The Plain Memories in today's THE PLAIN MISS A DAY: PM 6 PM) or E-mail; obituaries LOCKHART WILLIAM H. HART, SR. Age 78, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011. Devoted husband of Lillie R.

(deceased), dear father of Everett Dew. ey, William and Jerry step father of Willie Dozier, Jr. and Barbara Dozier both of St. Louis, MO, loving brother of Bessie Brown, Anna Marie Lockhart, Dorothy Blair, Charles Lockhart and Fannie Gordon, grandfather of 9, greatgrandfather of 10 and many and nieces, nephews, other precious relatives friends. Family will receive friends Tuesday, December 20th, pm at the E.F.

BOYD SON FUNERAL HOME, 15357 Euclid Ave. Wake Wednesday, December 21st, 11am at Starlight Baptist Church, 14516 Euclid Ave. followed by Homegoing service at 11:30 am. www.efboyd.com. MARTENS ISABELLE C.

MARTENS, 84, of Olmsted passed away Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.. Wife of the late Theodore; aunt of Irene Geye; sister of the late: Mary Kives, Victoria Kandik, Andrew Kandik, Lola Kerekes, Velma Foeller, Michael Kandik and Alfred Kandik; as well as over 100 other nieces and nephews. VISITATION WILL BE HELD 2-6 P.M. SUNDAY, DEC.

18, 2011 at the Chapel in Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia North Olmsted, OH 44070. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 250 Kraft Berea, OH. DOSTAL FUNERAL SERVICES www.dostalfuneralservices.com MARTINA AUDREY A.

MARTINA (nee Karn), age 76, beloved wife of Arthur. Dearest mother of Nancy Watson (Kevin), Laura Stephen (Mitchell) and David. Dear grandmother of Bridget and Colleen Watson and Mason Martina. Sister of Nancy Robertson and Leah Gravill (deceased). Friends may call at the RICZO FUNERAL HOME, 7462 STATE PARMA (JUST SO.

OF PLEASANT VALLEY RD.) where services will be held Monday December 19, 2011 at 10:30 AM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony of Padua Church at 11:00 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. VISITATION SUNDAY 3-7 PM. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions to Sisters of the Humility of Mary, Villa Maria Community Center, Villa Maria, PA 16155.

See DOMAN Notice. Thoughts and charitable donations for obituaries listed by name or scan the QR code on the right. PM Saturday: 12 Noon 6 PM Sunday: 1 KOSTEL DOROTHY A. KOSTEL, age 85. Loving daughter of John and Agnes Kostelniczak (both deceased); beloved sister of Leonard, Marie (deceased), Daniel (deceased), and Margaret Vari (deceased); loving aunt and great -aunt to many.

Dorothy was a gentle soul, and will be greatly missed at Jennings Center for Older Adults, in Garfield where she delivered the mail and recited the rosary on a daily basis. She was president of Resident Council and enjoyed being involved in the bake sales, raffles, and ceramics. She was a friend to all. Friends may call at RYBICKI SON, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 4640 TURNEY where services will be held Tuesday, December 20, at 9:30 AM, and at SS. Peter Paul Church, Turney at 10:00 AM.

Interment Calvary Cemetery. VISITING HOURS: MONDAY 2-4 and 6-8 PM. www.RybickiFuneralHome.com (216) 641-6321 YBICKI SON FUNERAL HOMES KOVACH RACHAEL ELIZABETH KOVACH age 23. Passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 10, 2011. Born in Lakewood, OH and a graduate of The Ohio State University with a B.S.

in Biology, and of Magnificat High School. Loving daughter of Michael and Sandra, and sister of Gregory. Grand-daughter of Frank (deceased) and Helen Drake, and of Julius J. and Irma T. Kovach (both deceased).

Niece of Robert and Catherine Vanik and cousin of Laurie Robinson (Andrew) and Kristen. She will always be remembered by her free spirit and beautiful smile. A Memorial Mass will be held MONDAY, DECEMBER 19 at St. LUKE CHURCH (1212 Bunts Lakewood, OH 44107) at 4:00 PM. Please join the family for a reception at McBride Hall at St.

Luke's immediately following Mass. Memorial contributions may be made to The Rachael Elizabeth Kovach Scholarship Fund, First Federal of Lakewood, 14806 Detroit Lakewood, OH 44107. MEMORIAL LAFFEY THOMAS P. LAFFEY age 71, passed away Dec. 16, 2011.

Beloved husband of Suzanne (nee Major); dearest father of Maureen Kosilesky (Stan), Thomas IlI (Cori), Michael (Claire) and Patrick; devoted grandfather of Erica and Stan Kosilesky Samantha, Thomas IV, Jason, Joseph, Michael and Kevin Laffey; loving son of the late Thomas Sr. and Emma (nee Irwin); cousin and friend of many. Retired from LTV Steel in December 2001. Tom will always be remembered for his big heart and willingness to make everyone around him happy. His singing and stories will be missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation, in Tom's name, to a charity of your choice. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20 at St. Clare Church.

Interment All Souls Cemetery. The family will receive friends at THE DICICCO AND. SONS FUNERAL HOME, 5975 MAYFIELD MAYFIELD HTS. (AT LANDER MONDAY 3-8 P.M. Online tribute and condolences www.diciccoandsonsth.com.

DiCicco and Sons, Funeral Home Dignity, LANGE FATIMA M. LANGE (nee Elabed). Beloved daughter of Nelci and the late Ahmed; dearest sister of Assad and Fred (Holly) Elabed; aunt of five; friend of many. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, Dec. 19 at St.

Raphael Church at Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon, OH. Friends may call at the DANIEL L. BERRY-DONALD MARTENS SONS FUNERAL HOME. 26691 Detroit (one mile west of Co-, lumbia Westlake: 2-6PM SUNDAY.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Poor Clare Nuns, 3501 Rocky River Cleveland 44111. (440) 617-1911 berrymartens.com BERRY MARTENS LASHUK GERALDINE "JERI" LASHUK, 72, 1 passed away Dec. 14, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Peter; loving sister of Marlene Scholz, Rudy Ott and the late Richard Ott; dear friend to many. MALLOY MEMORIAL CREMATORY 216-221-3380 LEFKOWITZ See BLAKE Notice.

LEVAY BERNADINE R. LEVAY, 80. Loving mother of Ann Evans (Harry, deceased) and JoAnn Holsopple (Wayne). Cherished grandmother of Charlene Benci and Michelle Stoner (Donnie); greatgrandmother er of three. Dearest daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (nee Cuba) Levay.

Dear sister of Alfred, Josephine Besida and the late Irene Grywalski. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many dear friends. All services and inurnment Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011 Holy Cross Cemetery at 11 a.m. (PLEASE MEET AT FRONT ENTRANCE TO CEMETERY).

Arrangements entrusted to the A. RIPEPI SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY MIDDLEBURG HTS. (WEST OF 1-71). (R) A. 440-260-8800 Ripepi aripepiandsons.com Sons LEWIS JAMES LEWIS, 81, passed Dec.

10, 2011. Cherished relative and friend. Founder of Lewis Construction Co. SERVICES TUESDAY, DEC. 20, WAKE 10 A.M., Funeral 10:30 a.m.

9: at East Mt. Zion, Baptist Church, 9990 Euclid Ave. WATSON'S FUNERAL HOME, 10913 SUPERIOR 216-721- 0066. www.watsonsfuneralhome.com. B8 obituaries DUBER ROSEMARY P.

DUBER (nee Pfahl) 85. Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Loving mother of Allan (Charlene), Joseph, John (Susanne), Lawrence, Jerry (Janet), Maryrose Duber and Nancy Biddle (Terry). Blessed grandmother of Charles (Danielle), Robert (Vanessa), John, Lisa, Brendan, Allison, Michael, Abigail, Anna and Alena; sister of Catherine Mazanec and aunt of many nieces and nephews. Passed away Friday, December 16, 2011.

Memorials may be forwarded to Cleveland Catholic Charities, 1404 E. Ninth St. 8th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114-1722. Prayer Services at the Funeral Home, Tuesday, December 20, at 9:15 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church, 32929 Lake Avon Lake, at 10 a.m.

Interment Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland. FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 163 AVON BELDEN AVON LAKE, FROM 2 4 AND 6 8 P.M., MONDAY. 440-933-3202 www.buschfuneral.com 53. Busch Funeral and Crematory Services FERRARA ETHEL J. FERRARA (nee Tobias), age 76.

Beloved wife of Paul; Loving mother of Paula O'Brien (Dan); Dear grand. mother of Daniel Paul and James Anthony O'Brien; sister of Janet Cook -(deceased), Richard Tobias (deceased) and Charlene Metzger (James). Passed away Friday, December 16, 2011. Funeral Mass Monday, December 19 St: Luke Church, Clifton and Bunts Road at Interment private. Friends may call in the McGORRAY.

HANNA FUNERAL HOME OF LAKEWOOD, 14133 DETROIT AVE, SUNDAY 2-6 PM. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial contributions to Salvation Army, 2507 E. 22 St, Cleveland, OH 44115 or Congregation of the Holy Spirit Spiritans, 6230 Brush Run Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. (216) 226-5356 www.mcgorray-hanna.com FLOYD ANDRE M. "DRE" FLOYD, 57, passed away Friday, Dec.

16, 2011. Devoted father of Richard; loving boyfriend of Carla Washko; dear brother of Sandra McGill and Charles Greer; uncle of Erin, Jessica and Brian. Preceded in death by a sister, Janice Dyke. Services will be Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011 at 11 a.m.

in the funeral home. Interment at Woodvale Cemetery. The family will receive friends MONDAY 4-7 P.M. AND TUESDAY 10 A.M. UNTIL THE TIME OF SERVICES AT 11 A.M.

IN TOMON SONS FUNERAL HOME, 7327 PEARL RD. (S. OF BAGLEY), MIDDLEBURG HTS. www.tomonfh.com TOMON FOWLES BETH H. FOWLES, age 98, passed away Nov.

20, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. She led a full, active life and was a career woman before her time. She was a graduate of Boston University and later earned a Masters Degree and a Ph.D. from Western Reserve University. Many years were spent as Chief Physical therapist at Highland View Hospital in Cleveland.

After retirement, she did consulting with a focus on making buildings handicapped accessible. Beth volunteered at Happiness House in Sarasota, FL, where she and her husband, George, spent 20 years after their retirements. Their summers were spent in Highlands, NC. She and George traveled around the world. both were avid golfers.

Beth loved her family and is survived by her two daughters, Carol Squires (Ken) and Barbara Brown; six grandchildren: Scott Brown (Sherri), Alex Brown (Susan), Brad Squires, Brian Squires, Brent Squires (Melissa), and Beth Squires, and six great grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Easter Seals, 233 Wasker Drive, Suite 2400, Chicago, 60606. FRANTZ See DESMONE Notice. FRASER ROSE "COLETTA" FRASER (nee Reilly), beloved wife of the late John dearest mother of Patricia Munson (Jeff); devoted grandmother of Peter Munson (Suzanne) and Paul Munson; and great-grandmother of Riley and Lauren; dear sister of Alice Connelly (Charles, deceased). Mass of Christian Burial 12 noon Monday, Dec.

19 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 6850 Mayfield Gates Mills, OH 44040 where the family will receive friends 11:30 A.M. UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences www.diciccoandsonsfh.com.

DiCicco and Sons Funeral Home (Dignity) GLOVER JOSEPH A. GLOVER, age 78. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Doty); loving father of Joseph, Laura Bowles (deceased) (Billy), Kathy Miklavic (Joe), Richard, Joanie Mitchell (Clyde), Amelia Smith (Chuck), Charles, Lesley Nowak (Dave), Elizabeth Kruzel (Damien), and Patricia Balmonte (Benji); cherished grandfather to Cindy (Gabino), Heather (Bryan), Joey (Georgiana), Billy (Kelly), James, Jeffery, Jackie (Steve), Joey (Becky), Brian, Rachael (Jerry), Richie, Georgette (Darnell), Tommy (Billie), Jesse, Andrew, Amanda (Jonathan), Charlie, Zeth, Devon, Nicholas, Steven, Lyndsey, Alycia, Alexis, Sierra, and Cheyenne; and great-grandfather of Kandice, Justin, Brandon, Vicky, Kaya, Ryan, Madison, Reese, Tyler, Nicolette, Isaiah, T.J., Ryann, and Emma; dear son of Joseph and Amelia (both deceased); beloved brother of Daniel, Charles (Earlenedeceased), William (Michiko), and Eugene (Susan); cherished godfather of Cheryl GloVer; dear friend of Wally Voyten. Loving uncle and great uncle to many. Retired after 35 years as a Lead Maintenance Welder of GM in Parma and was the Vice President and Lane Inspector of GCBA.

Friends may call at RYBICKI SON, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 4640 TURNEY where services will be held Tuesday, De20, at 10:15 AM, and at Holy Naine Church," Broadway at 11:00 AM. Interment Calvary Cemetery. VISITING HOURS: MONDAY 2-8 PM. www.Rybick/FuneralHome.com (216) 641-6321 YBICKI SON FUNERAL HOMES Share your View and sign guest books, post paper, and for the past year. Go For Obituary Information Call: GORSKI ANGIE I.

(nee Beloved wife Donald B. mother of (Colleen), A Eger Michael and Dawn (Steve). er of Rick Scott Brianne (Lance), Stephanie, Kaleigh, Julia, Jenna and Jackson. grandmother of Gracie. Daughter of James Castagna and Carmella (nee Sister of Gilda Hirsch and William Dear aunt, great -aunt and friend to Funeral Tuesday, 9:15 a.m., at the Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe lowed by Funeral Liturgy at St.

Church, at 10 a.m. Interment Cemetery. VISITATION MONDAY AND 6 8 P.M. GREATHOUSE DUSTY ALAN GREATHOUSE 34, of Fort Collins, died Dec. 13, 2011 in Fort Collins.

Dusty was born on Dec. 10, 1977 in Ravenna, to Dusty Alan Greathouse Sr. and Karin Greathouse Piteo. Survivors Include his Hillary Koontz; mother Karin Greathouse Piteo; stepfather Carmen Piteo; sister Nichole Baatsen; and brother-in-law, Alexander Baatsen; brothers Jerimiah Greathouse, Carmine and Joseph Piteo; and sister, Lori Greathouse. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday at 4 p.m.

at BOHLENDER FUNERAL CHAPEL. VIEWINGS WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY FROM 12 NOON-7 AND TUESDAY 9 A.M.-3 P.M. Memorial contributions can be made to DAG Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive Ft. Collins, CO 80524.

Friends may send condolences and view additional information about Dusty at bohlenderfuneralchapel.com. GUGELER ALBERT L. GUGELER at the age of 77, passed away suddenly on Dec. 13, 2011. Born in Burlington, on March 19, 1934 to Edward and Edna (nee Smith) Gugeler.

He was a strong man, who endured and won the battle, including six months of cancer treatment. He received his BS Ceramic Engineer from lowa State University and was employed from 1955 to 1999 at Ferro Corp. Cleveland. Albert loved operatic music and growing orchids and was past President of Greater Cleveland and West Shore Orchid Societies, former trustee of the American Orchid Society and former Chair of the Great Lakes Judging Center, a world renowned orchid judge and a life member of the National Geographic Society. He will be remembered by his family, sisters Alice Burgess and Ruth Larson; nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Preceding him in death were his parents; brother James; and sister, Mary. VISITATION WILL BE HELD MONDAY, DEC. 19, 2011 FROM 2-4 P.M. AT CARLSON FUNERAL HOME. 3477 MEDINA RD.

(CORNER OF RT. 18 AND RIVER STYX), MEDINA, OH. Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. following visitation. Burial of cremains will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, IA.

Carlson www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com HATCHER ANNE E. HATCHER (nee Motil), age 87. Beloved wife of the late Robert; devoted mother of Joe Gorick (Teresa); loving. grandmother of Adam, Brad and Anna; cherished stepgrandmother of Shelley and Andy; adored great-grandmother of Madison and Gracie; dear daughter of the late Mary and Sam Motil; dearest sister of Catherine Framelli (Jim) and the late Samuel Motil (the late Mary). Friends call at the FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 W.

AURORA RD. (RT. 82), SAGAMORE HILLS FOR VISITATION MONDAY 4-8 P.M. PARASTAS MONDAY 7 P.M. Funeral Tuesday 9:15 a.m.

at the funeral home. Orthodox Burial Services 10 a.m. at St. Andrews Eastern Orthodox Church, 16029 Maple Maple OH 44137. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

www.ferfolia.com HAWTHORNE HAWTHORNE DAVID L. HAWTHORNE, March 10, 1965 September 13, 2011. David was a Minister at St. Luke's United Faith Church. Loving husband to Pastor Cristal Hawthorne of 15 plus years.

Cremated on Sep- tember 20, 2011, via R. A. PRINCE FUNERAL HOME. Memorial Service held October 12, 2011, at Mt. Zion Church.

Leaves to mourn children: Tika Dillard, Barron Maddox, Zavious Hawthorne, Brandon Goodwin, David L. Hawthorne, Ill and Delores Hawthorne, Il. Grandchildren: Camron Dillard, Zavious Hawthorne, and Christopher Dillard. Mother-in-law, Sadie Ramsey. Father, David J.

Hawthorne, 1. Mother, Delores Hawthorne (preceded him In death). Siblings: Narleane Spears (preceded him in death), Sharon Gott and Tracey Bryant. A great-great-aunt, many aunts and uncles, a host of brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. HAYES MARY CATHERINE HAYES (nee Flynn), Beloved wife of the late William J.

Hayes and caring mother of the late Martha Hayes; loving mother of William (Margaret) Hayes, Mary (William) Kelly, Lucretia (William) Zollars, Patrick (Sherry) Hayes, Laura (Donald) Thomay, Charles (Holly) Hayes; dear grandmother of John (Nikki) Kelly, Theresa (Kevin) Kirkpatrick, Colleen Anna Rita (Hasani) Fields, Corinne (Larry) Johnston, Rachel (Aaron) Flesner, Nicole Zollars, Sean (Noelle) Hayes, Meagan Hayes, Sarah (Jeff) Guciardo, Bridget (Jeff) Knight, Brian Thomay, Michael Thomay, Elizabeth Hayes, Patrick Hayes; proud great-grandmother of Mary Frances Kirkpatrick, Michael Kirkpatrick, Alexis Johnston, Allison Johnston, Amelia Flesner, Hadley Flesner, Alexandra Kelly, Jessica Kelly, Catherine Kelly, Mackenzie Hayes, Payton Hayes, Martha Guciardo; faithful sister of Ann Louise Ladakis, Patricia Kuhman, Clare Miller, Rae Brooks. Passed away, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011. Funeral Mass, St. Luke Church (Clifton Blvd.

and Bunts Rd.) Monday, Dec. 19th at 9:30 am. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call in the FUNERAL HOME OF LAKEWOOD, 14133 DETROIT SUNDAY from 2-6 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to American Heart Assoc.

-Hanna (216) 226-5356 www.mcgorray-hanna.com Dealer Sunday, December 18, 2011 Condolences photos and video, send flowers or make to www.cleveland.com/obits and search 216-999-4860 (Monday-Friday: 9 AM 6 Obituaries HEYMAN DR. EUGENE J. HEYMAN, age 82, died Dec. 17, 2011. Beloved husband of Elaine (nee Gutman); devoted father of Vicki Weltman (Robert), Sherri Heyman Silbiger (David Silbiger) of and Brian Heyman (Michael Sociatis); dear brother of Dr.

Merle, Dr. Wilbert and Sanford Heyman (all deceased); loving grandfather of Carolyn and Natalie Weltman, Chelsea and Gillian Silbiger. Memorial services will be held at BERKOWITZ BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1985 S. TAYLOR CLEVELAND Sunday, Dec. 18 at 3 p.m.

The family will receive friends at the Heyman residence, 27060 Cedar No. 701, Beachwood, SUNDAY FOLLOWING SERVICES UNTIL 9 P.M. AND MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY FROM 2-5 AND 7-9 P.M. ONLY. Contributions to the Seidman Cancer Center (www.uhhospitals.org) or Menorah Park.

BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ (216) 932-7900 www.bkbmc.com (800) 448-2210 HEYMAN WALTER HEYMAN, 84, passed away Dec. 13, 2011. Loving husband of Plumie. Funeral service TUESDAY, DEC. 20, 10:30 A.M.

at Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 4234 Lee Rd. FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS AT 10 A.M. Arranged by H.M. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME HOBAN See BLONSKI Notice. JAMES JACQUELINE JAMES, age 82, passed away on Dec.

14. WAKE TUESDAY AT 11 A.M. with funeral to follow at 11:30 a.m. at CUMMINGS DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, 13201 EUCLID AVE. JARES JOSEPH S.

JARES, age 55. Dear son Virginia (nee Suvak) and the late Edwin Jares. Beloved brother of James Michael, Karen Rys, John (Ann), Mary Helen (Greg) Oakes of Augusta GA and Suza Thomason. Uncle to 13 and great-uncle to 8. Godson of Mary Jane Shaver.

US Air Force Veteran. Contributions can be made to Lake County Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Bldg. Mentor, 44060 or the International Order of Alhambra, Mahdi Caravan 90 E. 203rd Euclid 44123. Burial in Kingwood Memorial Park at a later date.

Memorial VISITATION 4 7 PM followed by a funeral service at 7 PM THURSDAY, December 22nd, 2011 at the MONREAL AL HOME, 35400 Curtis Blvd Eastlake. FUNERAL HOME 440.951.1220 monreal.com JURCEVIC See VALENTIC Notice. KARECKI OZIA ROSE KARECKI, Hobe Sound, FL, age 93, died Dec. 9, 2011 at Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, FL. She was born in Cleveland, OH and moved to Hobe Sound, FL, 12 years ago from Ohio.

She was a member of the Cambridge Water Color Painting Group. Survivors include her daughter, Diana Licata of Hobe Sound, FL; brother, Leo Repeta of Munroe Falls, OH; one grandchild; and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Karecki, and sons James and David Buo. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by TY FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY TREASURE COAST CHAPEL IN STUART, FLORIDA." KLOEPFER DIANA L.

KLOEPFER (nee Miller) age 61. Beloved wife of Robert. Loving mother of Christian (Stacey), Jonathan (Jennifer), Michelle Fox (Michael), Brandy Maxey (Beau), and Lindsay Pritchard (Brian). Grandmother of 11. Sister of Cheryl Waltz, Bill Miller, and Eileen Dickerson.

Passed away December 13, 2011. Funeral Service Monday, December 19, 2011 at 7:30 PM IN THE CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME, 29150 LORAIN ROAD AT STEARNS, NORTH OLMSTED, WHERE FRIENDS MAY CALL MONDAY 4 PM UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE. PRIVATE INURNMENT. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Cross Roads Hospice, 9775 Rockside Rd. Valley View, Ohio 44125 or the APL Cleveland, Ohio www.chambersfuneral.com KOENIG JEAN M.

KOENIG, (nee Wiggenhorn), beloved wife of Roger, for 26 years. Loving daughter of Robert Sr. and the late Ann Wiggenhorn (nee Chakan), loving sister of Robert Jr. (Alison), James (Sandy), and Jeff (Mary Ellen). Aunt, great-aunt and friend to many.

Passed away Dec. 15, 2011. Funeral Mass Tuesday, Dec. 20, St. Clement Church, at 10 a.m., entombment Holy Cross Cemetery.

Friends received Monday from 4 8 P.M., IN THE NICKELS ANDRADE FUNERAL HOME, 14500 MADISON LAKEWOOD. Guest book available at Nickels Andrade Funeral Home 216-221-7800 KOSSUTH DENISE EDITH KOSSUTH, age 73; dearly loved daughter of Earl and Edith Kossuth (nee Fowles); well loved sister of Cheryl Fletcher (Richard), Amy Jo Kossuth, and Bonnie Woods (Richard); aunt of Gregory, Geoffrey, Kristi, Jamie, Jason, Julie, Desiree, and Andreana; loving great -aunt of sixteen and great-great-aunt of two; loving niece and dear friend of many. Denise was a teacher for over 40 years and a Sister at the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph (Sister Stanislaus). She was an accomplished violinist with the Shaker Symphony Orchestra and the West Shore Symphony Orchestra, and a lifelong Cleveland resident.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society or the Animal Protective League. Mass of Christian Burial Mary Queen of Peace Church, 4423 Pearl Rd. Cleveland, Tuesday, December 20, at 11 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. FRIENDS RECEIVED IN CHURCH, TUESDAY, 10 11 A.M.

RIPEPI 'FUNERAL HOME 440-888-0800 www.ripepl.com Online DEALER MISS A LOT: GORSKI Castagna) of Loving Richard Bernice (Mark), (Tammy) Clark Grandmoth(Beckie), (Kim), Nicole, Greatthe late Rosa). Rosa. many. Gattozzi folAnslem Riverview 2 4 Obituaries MILLER RITA MILLER, beloved daughter of the late Pinkus and Gittel Miller, both deceased. Dear aunt of Philip (Bunny) Miller, Melvin Miller and Morlee Miller and great aunt to many.

Loving friend of Judy Goodman. Interment service will be held Monday, Dec. 19 at 2pm at Workman's Circle Cemetery, W. 50th and Theota Parma, 44126. NO VISITATION.

Family suggests contributions be made to charity of choice. SHAPIRO FUNERAL SERVICES 440-498-1993 A MUMPER GERTRUDE FRANCES "SIS" BONI MUMPER (nee Rogerson), 83, a life-long resident of Follansbee, WV, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011, at Weirton Medical Center, Weirton, WV. Gertrude was the youngest daughter of the late Grace McCarthy Rogerson and Willard Mont Rogerson and was preceded in death by the following siblings: brothers, George, Willard Jr. Herman, Lee Roy twins John "Jack" and James "Jim" Rogerson, and sister, Mary Rogerson Dunn. Gertrude was the beloved wife of the late Charles R.

"Chuck" Mumper for 32 years, who passed away, July 25, 2011. Gertrude graduated from Follansbee High School in 1946. She worked four decades in the legal profession. Gertrude was a legal secretary for Pinsky, Mahan, Barnes, Watson, Cuomo, Hinerman of Wellsburg, WV, a secretary for the late Judge James G. McClure of Wheeling, WV, and she was also the owner and operator of Mumper Reporting Agency, a court reporting service.

Gertrude is survived by her loving family, one son, William (Phyllis) Boni of Parma, OH, four stepchildren, Janet (Gary) Goddard of Moundsville, WV, Michelle (Randy) Bethl of Wheeling, WV, Susan (C.J.) McCabe of Orange City, FL, Scott (Gina) Mumper of Sacramento, CA, and her youngest brother, Donald "Don" (Nancy) Rogerson of Florissant, MO, twelve grandchildren, Jaclyn, Alexandra, Brian, Brad, Drew, Kara, Travis, Laura, Christina, Nicholas, Mary Alexandra, and Sarah, and eight great-grandchildren, and three generations of nieces and nephews. FRIENDS WILL BE RECEIVED ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2011, FROM 2 4 AND 6 8 P.M., AT THE JAMES FU. NERAL HOME, 1245 MAIN FOLLANSBEE, WV, where funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at 11 a.m., with the Reverend Daniel Harry and Reverend Dr. Larry Grimes, officiating. Internment will follow in St.

Johns Cemetery, Colliers, WV. Memorial Contributions may be made to Beech Bottom Community Christian Church for the stained Glass Windows Fund, P.O. BOX 96, Beech Bottom, WV 26030. MUNSON See FRASER Notice. MURPHY RITA M.

MURPHY (nee Rauscher), age 83; beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Murphy; loving daughter of the late Michael and Delores Rauscher; dearest sister of Delores Malee, Mary Capek, and the late Geraldine Thompson, Betty Vina, Charles, Michael, and Joseph Rauscher; beloved aunt, greataunt, and dear friend of many; member of Holy Family Church for over 50 years. Mass of Christian Burial Holy Family Church (York Monday, December 19, at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD.

(AT SNOW) SUNDAY 2-6 P.M. RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME 440-888-0800 www.ripepi.com MURPHY THOMAS J. MURPHY, age 84. Beloved husband of Donna (nee Kash). Dear father of Dale T.

(Patricia) and Michael J. (Sharon). Loving grandfather of Patrick (Jessica), Katherine, Alison and Kevin. Greatgrandfather of Molly Shae and Brady James. Dear brother of William Murphy and Ruth Artl.

As a child, Tom was an altar server at St. Catherine Church in Currently, he was an active member of St. Columbkille Parish, where he served as an Usher. He was employed at Ohio Bell for over 40 years and was a member of the Ohio Bell Pioneers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St.

Clair Cleveland, OH 44110. Friends received at the HOPKO FUNERAL HOME, 6020 BROADVIEW RD. (S. OF SNOW PARMA, where services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.

and at St. Columbkille Church at 10 a.m. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. VISITING HOURS TUESDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. MURRAY LAURA A.

MURRAY devoted wife of the late Dickson, Beloved mother of Ralph and the late Dickson, Verta and Jeffery. Dear sister of six, with a host of family and friends. Passed Dec. 14, 2011. Funeral service Tuesday, Dec.

20, 11 a.m., LUCAS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 9010 GARFIELD WHERE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS AT 10:30 A.M. LUCAS 440.735.3030 www.lucasfuneralhome.com MURRAY RUTH M. MURRAY, age 85, of Lakewood, and formerly of Cleveland, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. She was born to William and Kathryn Davy on May 17, 1926.

Ruth was married to Thomas J. Murray Jr. on' Jan. 17, 1948. She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas and son, Thomas Ill.

Surviving is, her sister, Dorothy of and her children, Kathryn (Jon) Herdman and Timothy (Susan) Murray. Also surviving are her five grandchildren, Thomas IV, Jonathan, Hilary, Tiffany and Adam; and two greatgrandchildren. Condolences may be made to the family online at the funeral home's website. A private family memorial service will be arranged by McGORRAY-HANNA FUNERAL HOME. McGorray-Hanna (216) 226-5356 www.incgorray-hanna.com 1.

2 LO I ur MATIC See VALENTIC Notice. McDEVITT McDEVITT WILLIAM NGUYEN McDEVITT. Dear William Nguyen McDevitt passed away December 16, 2011. He was born January 1, 2008, a beloved grandson of Thanh and Loc Nguyen, and AI and the late Madonna McDevitt. Son of Stephen and Thao McDevitt.

Brother of Nathan, Owen, and Samantha. Nephew of Matt and Sandra McDevitt, Mike McDevitt, Tim and Mandy McDevitt, Mary and Tim Schuler, John McDevitt, Phuong and Khinh Vo, Tho Nguyen, Van Nguyen, and Hieu Nguyen, and cousin to many. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital for Neuroblastoma Cancer research, A wake will be held for William on Sunday, December 18, 2011 from 4-6PM at the HilliardRospert Funeral Home 174 N. Lyman St.

Wadsworth, OH. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 260 Broad St. Wadsworth, OH (meet at church). A Buddhist prayer service will be held at 12PM Monday at HILLIARD-ROSPERT FUNERAL HOME. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery to follow.

What William's life lacked in length was made up for by the love and happiness he gave and received. MEHLING TERESE M. MEHLING, beloved wife of the late Robert D. Mehling. Dear mother of Alyssa Smith (Jerod) and Aaron Mehling.

Fond daughter of Nancy Nye (Sean) and the late James Esson. Sister of James Esson (Janet), Cheryl Costa, Rachele Nunez (John) and Jon Esson. Fiancee of Hal Engelter. Funeral Mass to be, held Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m.

at Our Lady of Angels, 3644 Rocky River Cleveland. Memorials may be made to the Mehling Family Trust, Chase Bank, 29656 Detroit Westlake 44145. www.jenkinsfuneralchapel.com FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. MELEN GENE MELEN, age 58, has donated his body to medical science. His mother Emilia and brother Myron thank everyone at the Harry R.

Horvitz Center for Palliative Medicine. Please contribute to the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, P.O. 931517, Cleveland, OH, 44193-1655. Services pending in 2012. -COSIC MULLALLY MENDISE MARY C.

MENDISE (nee Del Re), age 87. Beloved wife of the late Sam T. Loving mother of Nicholas. E. (wife Lydia) and the late Sam.

Devoted grandmother of Dr. Lisa N. Mendise-Rogers (husband James) and Nicholas A. Cherished daughter of the late Nicola and Isabella (nee Fiorilli) Del Re. Dearest sister of the late Lucille (husband Edward, deceased), Vincent Del Re (wife Mamie, deceased), Joseph Del Re (wife Louise) and Anthony Del Re (wife Anna Marie), Dear aunt and great -aunt of many.

Mass of Christian Burial Monday, Dec. 19, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Burial following at Lake View Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Mary at THE DeJOHN-FLYNNMYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD.

(JUST EAST OF GREEN SUNDAY 1-5 P.M. Online obituary, guestbook and order flowers at www.DeJohnCares.com. FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY 1 1' -T 11 1 -5. 1.

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