All Obituaries

Helen Elaine Thomas, 84, of Munson Twp, was carried from home by angels, September 12th, 2018. She was born in Franklin, PA on May 24th, 1934 to late Thomas and Helen (King) Anderton. On September 8th, 1953, Helen married Blaine Rudlar Thomas and celebrated 52 wonderful years touring the United States, especially Alaska which was one of the best adventures. Blaine and Helen spent 11 years as “snow birds” in Las Vegas. Helen is survived to mourn her loss by: sons, Douglas Thomas...

Robert “Bob” L. Richardson, 83, of Newbury, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, September 11th, 2018 at UH-Geauga Medical Center. He was born in Cleveland, OH on July 22nd, 1935 to the late Elliott and Mildred (Batchelder) Richardson. He married the love of his life, Lois Martinec when they were only 19 years old. Bob, a US Army Veteran, worked at the Geauga County Water Resources Department until his retirement. He will be missed by: his loving wife of 63 years,...

Betty J. Cook (nee Johnston), 87, of Hiram, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, August 31st, 2018 at Legacy Place in Twinsburg, Ohio. She was born in Akron, Ohio on May 13th, 1931 to the late William E. and Barbara (Miller) Johnston. Betty is once again reunited with her loving husband, Donald A. Cook, who died in 1989. She will be missed by: children, Dan Cook, Jon (Corine) Cook, Eileen (Dan) Molnar, Coleen (Shannon) Riley; 13 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; and many...

Gertie H. Kempf, 55, of Ravenna, passed away Wednesday, August 29th, 2018 at her home. She was born in Middlefield, OH on October 15th, 1962 to late Henry J. and Mary M. (Leslein) Kempf. She shared her time studying the Bible and being a Prayer Warrior. Gertie shared the word with everyone she came in contact with and attended Bethel Baptist Church, where she enjoyed being involved with the Abundant Life Club. She also tried to encourage love and kindness through phone calls and sending...

Marjorie Rita Carroll (nee Harcher), 96, of Burton Twp, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, August 28th, 2018 at Briar Hill Healthcare Residence in Middlefield. She was surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie was born in Cleveland, OH on December 3rd, 1921 to the late John V. and Mary (Daczko) Harcher. She is once again reunited with her loving husband, Alex R. Carroll, who died April 1st, 1978. She will be missed by: daughters, Georgia Klemencic, Rosemarie Steffek; grandchildren,...

Esther Fisher (nee Miller), 87, of Burton Twp, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, August 26th, 2018 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Middlefield, OH on April 12th, 1931 to the late John J. and Emma (Burkholder) Miller. Esther is now reunited with her loving husband of 55 years, Crist E. Fisher, who died November 21st, 2009. Esther was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She will be missed by: her children, Annie (Simon) Miller, Andy (Edna) Fisher, John...

Richard “Dick” Charles Clinger, 75, of Huntsburg, OH passed away peacefully at Briar Hill Healthcare Residence in Middlefield early Saturday morning, August 18th, 2018. He was born in Lakewood, OH on October 13th, 1942 to the late James Joseph and Helen Kathryn (Pryor) Clinger. Dick is once again reunited with his loving wife of 39 years, Jocelyn “Jo” (MacPherson) Clinger, who died February 12th, 2007. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. Dick graduated from...

Daniel N. Troyer, 87, of Middlefield Twp, entered into rest Wednesday morning, August 8th, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 13th, 1931 in Middlefield, the son of the late Noah D. and Mattie (Farmwald) Troyer. Daniel grew up working on the farm and enjoyed playing baseball. On Nov. 21st, 1951 he married Susie Byler, and they’ve been together ever since. He was a farmer and factory worker and retired from Burton Rubber in 1995. Later in life, he enjoyed...

Morris Radzinski, 66, of Auburn Twp, passed away unexpectedly at home, Monday afternoon, August 6th, 2018. He was born in New York City, NY on March 19th, 1952, the son of the late Jacob and Frieda (Bodenstein) Radzinski. Morris later married Karen Praizner on May 23rd, 1975. He was a 1970 graduate of Cleveland Heights High School and attended Tri-C College. Morris worked as a printer for Central Reproductions before retiring in 2015. He enjoyed photography, comic books, gardening, and...

Melvin R. Byler, 70, of Middlefield Twp, passed away suddenly while enjoying the beautiful scenery during a peaceful walk through Swine Creek Reservation, Friday evening, August 3rd, 2018. He was born in Middlefield, OH on May 15th, 1948 to Reuben L. and Clara N. (Detweiler) Byler. Melvin later married Mary Ellen Mullet on March 5th, 1970. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church where he was became an ordained Minister October 7th, 1989. Melvin then became the Bishop of the North Old...