All Obituaries

David J. Yoder, 34, of Middlefield Twp, OH, passed away unexpectedly at home Friday night, March 27th, 2020. He was born in Claridon, OH on February 19th, 1986 to Jonas D. and Sally Mae (Detweiler) Yoder. David was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be greatly missed by: his parents, Jonas D. and Sally Mae (Detweiler) Yoder; siblings, Marlene (Timothy) Miller, Sara Jane (Harvey) Detweiler, John Mark Yoder; paternal grandfather, Dan E. Yoder; and many nieces, nephews, cousins,...

Jeannette “Jean” D. Giles, 101, of Parkman, OH passed away peacefully at Blossom Hill Health Care Tuesday morning, March 25th, 2020. She was born in Parkersburg, WV on July 5th, 1918 to the late Glenn and Elsie (Boger) DeGroft. Jean is once again reunited with her husband of 60 years, Richard W. Giles, who died November 12th, 2003. She moved from West Virginia to Geauga County in 1929. Jean graduated from Chardon High School and then Kent State University before marrying Richard...

Jerrie Lee Petrick (nee Sasvata), 73, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday evening, March 21st, 2020. She was born in Cleveland, OH on August 2nd, 1946 to the late Jerry J. and Mary Sasvata. She was a graduate of Berkshire High School and then worked at Mercury Plastics and cleaned houses for many years. Jerrie Lee enjoyed listening to live bands, walking around town and to Walmart, going shopping, and taking care of her pet hamsters.  Jerrie Lee was...

Ben E. Byler, 86, of Parkman, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, March 19th, 2020 at home and surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Middlefield Twp, OH on August 17th, 1933 to the late Eli J. and Lydia J. (Weaver) Byler. Ben later married Mary Ellen Miller on October 25th, 1955. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be greatly missed by: his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Ellen; children, Melvin (Laura) Byler, Kathryn (John) Mullet, Barbara Ann (Lester)...

Robert James Troyer, 34, of Nelson Twp, passed away peacefully from natural causes Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 at St, Joseph Health Center, Warren, OH. He was born in Claridon Twp, OH on April 22nd, 1985 to Paul Ed and Sadie A. (Yoder) Troyer. Robert later married Martha Mae Byler October 6th, 2009. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be greatly missed by: his loving wife of 10 years, Martha Mae; daughters, Emily Troyer, Rose Lynn Troyer, Jenna Eve Troyer; parents;...

Mose L. Yoder, 83, of Mesopotamia, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, March 18th, 2020 at his home and surrounded by his family. He was born in Fredericksburg, OH on March 10th, 1937 to the late Levi L. and Katie (Miller) Yoder. Mose later married Martha Miller on May 7th, 1959. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be missed by: his loving wife of 60 years, Martha; children, Melvin (Marie) Yoder, Levi (Sarah) Yoder, Katie Ann (Perry) Miller, Freeman (Betty) Yoder,...

Charles A. Rates Jr., 62, of Burton (formerly of Brownsville, PA), passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer Thursday morning, March 12th, 2020 at Blossom Hill Health Care Huntsburg, OH. He was born in Republic, PA on April 20th, 1957 to the late Charles A. and Elvera Libertini Rates Sr. Charlie was a dear father, grandfather, brother, and a friend to many. He had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. He lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed motorcycles,...

Katie Ann Miller (nee Yoder), 90, of Middlefield Twp., passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 10th, 2020 at UH-Geauga Medical Center. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends. Katie was born in Middlefield Twp. on December 23rd, 1929 to the late Elmer D. and Katie Ann (Miller) Yoder. She is once again reunited with her loving husband, Joe M.V. Miller, who died December 11th, 2001. Katie was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She will be dearly missed by: her loving...

Jean Marie Casey (aka “Jeanie Beanie the Clown”), 87, of Painesville, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, March 1st, 2020 at Heather Hill Care Communities in Claridon Twp. She was born in Buffalo, NY on February 3rd, 1933 to the late Anthony and Dolores (Schultz) Orlowski. She loved bringing happiness to others by performing as Jeanie Beanie the Clown. Jean received her certification from the Mentor Clown School and was very active for over 20 years, performing at...

Frank J. Danku Jr., 78, of Auburn Twp, OH passed away at UH-Geauga Medical Center Saturday afternoon, February 29th, 2020. He was born in Cleveland, OH on November 30th, 1941 to the late Frank J. and Mary (Rusnak) Danku Sr. Frank later married Lois Seashols on October 28th, 1977. He grew up on the family farm in Auburn Twp and enjoyed being in 4-H. Frank, a U.S. Army Veteran, worked many years as a machinist until retiring from Kennametal. He also served with the Auburn Fire Dept....