Obituaries

Kenneth Jude Kowalski, 58, of Cleveland, passed away September 21, 2021.Ken was born October 26, 1962, to the late Raymond and the late Helen Kowalski. He grew up in Brecksville, Ohio, with his siblings, Kristine (Kowalski) Ziemnik, Ronald, Lauren and Mark Kowalski.He is survived by his former wife, Kathleen, and their children, Jeremiah (Ellie), David (Munkhmanlai), Amanda (Mike) and Kenneth...

Ralph Lawrence Peterson, 81 of South Euclid, Ohio passed away October 12, 2021.He was born March 7, 1941, in Memphis, Tennessee.Ralph was retired from LTV Steel in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was the founder and chief of The Golden Spoon catering company and the founder of Landscape Design company.He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Evans) Peterson; children, Pamela Peterson Goosby,...

Donna Lee O’Brien, 81 of Brunswick entered into her heavenly home on Friday October 15, 2021.She was born in Cambridge, Ohio December 7, 1939 to Edna and Roy Hill. Preceded in death by her husband Robert D. O’Brien; parents Edna and Roy Hill and Leota and Frank Hill; siblings Donald Hill and Martha Jean Kidder. Left to celebrate Donna’s life...

Dennis “Denny” J. Moulin, age 71, peacefully passed away at Altercare of Louisville, on October 14, 2021, following a 2-year battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Denny was born June 22, 1950 in Canton to Walter Sr. and Dorothy “Paumier” Moulin.Denny attended St. Louis School and graduated from East Canton High School in 1969. Denny worked at Clarkins, Kmart, the Canton...

Jerry E. Miller Sr., 65, passed away with family by his side Sept. 27th, 2021 after a short illness.Jerry lived a simple life; he was willing to help anyone and would give you the shirt off his back. He was a collector of anything interesting, an avid fisherman and proud grandpa.Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Ervin and...

Gary A Sims, age 62, of Uhrichsville, Ohio, formally of New Philadelphia, Ohio, passed away in his home on September 29th, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. He was born April 16th, 1959 in Dover, Ohio to the late Jack and Lillian Sims. Gary was employed at the former B&F Tire in New Philadelphia. He enjoyed riding his bike,...

Clarence Pavlovic, age 85 passed away peacefully on the evening of October 12, 2021 at Brooklyn Pointe in Brooklyn, Ohio.He was the the beloved husband of the late Patricia (nee Fiut); dear father of Judy (Bob) Burg; cherished grandfather of Joe (Trish) Pavlovic; great-grandfather of Joey and Natalie Pavlovic.Proud United States Navy Korean War Veteran.Services are private.Contributions may be made...

Jeffrey P. Kimmel was born September 20th, 1966 to Carole and Nathan Kimmel in Cleveland, Ohio. Jeff was a family man above all else. He was a passionate father and his sons’ #1 sports fan. Jeff is remembered as being a great brother, supportive son, and favorite coach to his players. He was always friendly around the neighborhood, creating close...

In MemoriamWilliam Moore1943-2021Advertising Executive, Loving Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather, and FriendWilliam (Bill) Moore, peacefully passed away on September 30, 2021, coincidently within a few days of the year anniversary of the death of his beloved wife, Judith K Moore.Bill was a senior marketing and advertising executive, specializing in new product development and branding strategy. He worked for Fortune 100...

Beth Norman, 60, of Newcomerstown, peacefully passed away on Wednesday October 6th, 2021 at Marymount Hospital, after a long and hard fought battle with cancer.Beth was born on July 18th, 1961 in Coshocton, Ohio. Her parents, Beverly and Walter Brenneman, raised her in Coshocton and Newcomerstown where she eventually graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1979 as a four-year letterman....

Roger “Dean” Wooley, age 71, of Stow, Ohio passed quietly in his sleep on Sunday, October 3rd, 2021. Dean was an avid supporter of many local bands and musicians. He was very passionate about music. Dean retired from Ford Motor Company after 35 years as a Tool and Die Journeyman.Dean was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Freda...

Daniel E. MacDonald, 30, of North Ridgeville, died in his home on Thursday, September 30, 2021. He was born December 27, 1990 at St. John’s in Westlake, the son of Victor and Bonnie (Belke) MacDonald. Daniel graduated from North Ridgeville High School in 2010 where he was an avid member of the football and track teams. Daniel was currently employed...

Janet L. Fencl, 85, a longtime Kent area resident, passed away September 29th, 2021 after a brief illness. She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends.Many students will remember Janet as a teacher. She began her career as an elementary school teacher at Franklin School in Kent and in Columbus, Ohio. She was a remedial reading teacher...

William and Patricia Dawson Sr. first met at a square dance in Newcomerstown in 1957. Unlike the shy William, Patricia wasn’t afraid to ask William to dance, and they wed the following year on May 30th, 1958. They started their life together and bought their first dairy farm in Carrollton, Ohio where they decided to raise their family.William Dawson Sr....

Crystal Gail Dicus left this world too soon.  She tried her best to make it a better place for all creatures.  Crystal loved so many people and was loved by so many, but she lives on brightest in those that loved her most. Her husband, Jacob Dicus along with his family, father and mother, Jerry Dicus and Joy Dicus née...

Dorothy R. Kiefer, born July 17, 1937 passed away peacefully on September 29, 2021.  She was born in Parkersburg West Virginia later moving to Akron where she remained.  Dorothy loved bingo, fishing and most of all poking at a fire.  She is preceded in death by her parents Joe and Lovie Braham; siblings Evelyn Collins, Pat Braham, Kathy Nickleson, Jack,...

Richard M Walcher, age 82, passed away October 2, 2021. Loving husband for 58 years to Marge (nee Jolly), Loving father of Rich, Russ (Julie), and Beth. Grandfather of Kyle (Hailey), Abigail and Madelyn. Brother of Joyce (Charles) Kullik, Thomas and the late Albert (Karen). He was a US Navy veteran, avid bowler, race car enthusiast, golfer and collector of...

Judith Ann Calce, age 73 of Cleveland passed away peacefully September 16, 2021 in Bay Village, Ohio.She is the beloved mother of Nahim Kaim and Gina Calce; dear grandmother of Parris (Ashley) Calce, Blaise Nelson and Ashton Calce; great-grandmother of Briana Calce; longtime companion of Joseph Kaim.A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday October 5, 2021 at 10:00 am...

Larry “Doug” Ellis passed away shortly after telling his last inappropriate joke after a long battle with chronic illness on September 27th, 2021 in Barberton, Ohio at the age of 66.Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Rose; his children, Matt (Deb) of Bangor, ME and Nick (Jessica) of Canal Fulton, OH; his grandchildren Rylan, Olivia, Sam, Nic (Stephanie), Nate,...

Nadean Vera Thumm (Kunis) was received by her Lord and Savior on September 29, 2021. She lived a long and full life. Nadean enjoyed attending Bible Study with her friends. She loved to read. Her favorite thing to do was be with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester. She is survived by her daughter Renee,...