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www.Ohio.com Akron Beacon Journal Wednesday, January 23, 2013 Page B5 www.NorthHillMarbleAndGranite.com Memorials brought to you by $100 Off any in stock memorial Free Design Free Lettering NoaHntnthepecia TO SIGN THE GUEST BOOK FOR THE OBITS BELOW, PLEASE GO TO WWW.OHIO.COMOBITUARIES. SEARCH BY LAST NAME. Bernice Pugh Bemice Pugh was one of ten children born to Isom Wells and Viola Thomas on March 31, 1922 in New Or Velma Craig Richards Velma Craig Richards, 101, went home to be with the Lord, January 16, 2013 at Akron City Hospital. Cecilia Hope Lee Cecilia Hope Lee, born November 6, 2012, passed away peacefully in the arms of her loving parents on January 22, 2013. Cece is From previous column and stepchildren, Diana Phil-lips, Buddy Estes, and Dudley Estes; a grandson, Joe Estes; a grandaughter, Candi Estes; and a brother, Lindsey Smith.

Friends may call Friday, January 25, 2013 from Noon to 1 p.m. at the Dunn-Quigley Funeral Home, 811 Grant St. in Akron, where the funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Robert Webb at 1 p.m. Entombment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visit www to share memories and condolences.

leans, La. Leaving the south, she settled in Ohio where she lived for a time, even From previous column as well as his six grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Walter was preceded in death by his wife, Janet; daughter, Susan; brother, Louis; and sister, Mildred. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received on Saturday, January 26, 2013, from 2 until the 3 p.m.

Memorial Service at Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main Ravenna. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kort-right-borkoski.com. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Gardens of Western Reserve Activity Fund, 45 Chart Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 or Shepherd's Foundation, 5525 Silica Austin-town, OH 44515. Born in Rockmount, she had lived in this community 93 years and was a member of Wesley Temple A.M.E.

Zion deeply loved by her parents, Katie and Christopher Lee; grandparents, James and Linda Hultz and Keen Angeline Marie Vatalaro Angeline Marie Vatalaro (born April 20,1916) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, January 21, 2013. The Family is deeply grateful to the many people who cared for her in her last months. Memorials may be directed to the Saint Patrick's Little Panther Preschool (www. sps.hd3sixty.com), a project spearheaded by granddaughter and namesake Angela Vatalaro Davis. Angelina's family will celebrate her full and vital life with calling hours held at the Hennessy Funeral Home (corner of York and Main) TODAY, January 23 from 4 to 8 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held for her at St. Anthony's Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. Thursday. She will be laid to rest at Holy Cross cemetery following the service. Dunn Qujclly Akron, 330-253-8121 new Unmet Wood-Kortright-Borkoski 330-296-6436 FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIES Tom Considine Pamela R.

Milton Pamela R. Milton passed away Jan 21. Announcements later. (Rhoden Memorial Home, 330-724-1201) 'H'jvimj bosi i i.i:;-.Vi'.Fu!iSf6l Strict VSn fcf IMrjQycnfS. Ton; h-rngsf irvnti :1 usr.nricn-inv.'iri' I' in and Judith Lee; aunt and uncle, Kim and Brian Merriman and their children, Abigail and T.J.; aunt and uncle, Jennifer and Zac Huber.

The family would like to thank the staff of Akron General Medical Center, Akron Children's NICU and Hospice of the Western Reserve for the incredible care provided to Cece and her family. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. FRIDAY at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1250 W. Exchange Street, Akron 44313, where the family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on THURSDAY.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Foundation, 2305 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 220, Centennial, CO 80122. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) www. bilowfunera homes, com 330-867-4141 Mary C. Llewellyn Mary C.

Llewellyn, age 58, resident of Stow, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2013. She was 330-376-3032 Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Harvey one brother, James Craig and one sister, Vera Blackledge, she is survived by sons, Harvey Richards Sidney and Jon Craig; daughter, Cheryl Richards; sister-in-law, Lillie Belle Craig; nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-greatgrandchild; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held Friday, January 25, 2013 at 12 noon at Wesley Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, 104 N.

Prospect with Rev. Dr. Vince Moden officiating. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until time of service.

Interment at Northlawn Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 367 Roberts Akron 44306. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME, 330-724-1201 Martin Arthur Rohner Martin Arthur Rohner, 90, passed away January 22, 2013 following a brief illness. Funeral announcements later. (Hopkins Lawver, UNION-TOWN, 330-733-6271) www.hopkinslawver.com Ruth L.

Schneider WADSWORTH Ruth L. Schneider, 91, of Wadsworth, passed away Monday, January 21, 2013. Hy 5c id, "I'c'iiSL'it'CuiTM; riume! Pfft iL'Sd; LWh'WhWi! is 1 scsc fesiinrj'o a pouorsjn WWW.HtlMMELCARES.COM El "Then and Now" Mary Smith Mary Smith passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013. Announcements later. (Sommerville's, 330-836-2725) Elizabeth "Beth" Bernice Stadvec Elizabeth "Beth" Bernice Stadvec, 78, of Akron and Naples, went home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2013 with her loving family at her bedside.

Elizabeth born on April 9, 1954 in Akron to Ed-w a Cavender and Delores Slaughter. Mary worked as a realtor for tually moving to Akron in the early sixties. She departed this earthly life on January 16, 2013. She confessed Christ at an early age and joined a church in New Orleans. Upon moving to Akron, as an adult she joined the People's Baptist Church in July 1979 under the leadership of Rev.

George Goodman. She was a faithful member before her illness. Thanks to Mr. James Morrison, he encouraged her to go to school to become an usher. She did so under Professor Smith's leadership, where she proudly graduated.

She eventually became president of both the junior and senior usher boards at the church, and all her ushers were members of the I.C.U.A. She was the president for five years, and was also a past Chaplain of the Akron I.C.U.A. Bernice, Bea or just "grandma" (she preferred the latter), was a woman who wore many hats in her lifetime. Few people knew of her many talents, including, but not limited to, writing poetry, singing in an all-female gospel group, hairstylist, restaurant owner, just to name a few. She lived a full and colorful life.

During her lifetime she owned her own restaurant in Youngstown, Ohio called She was also the head cook and part-time manager at The Plaza Hotel in Youngstown. As head cook at Hilton West in Fairlawn, her crowning moment was serving breakfast every morning to Dick Clark when he was in town. She last worked for Laurel Lakes Retirement Community in Stow, Ohio. Her work ethic, whether at home or in the workplace, was undisputed. No stranger to long hours of hard work at anything she did, she was a woman of perfection and expected nothing less from those she worked with and for.

In short, she liked things done right and in order. Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers, sisters, and the love of her life who she married in May 1970, A.J. Pugh. She leaves to mourn her passing, loving favorite niece, Rosalyn Mayes (Jeffery) of Columbus, Ohio; her son and grandchildren; niece, Marcella Irby; nephews, Michael and Mizell Irby; best friends, Shirley Woodall and Christine Mobley; and many other friends. A special thank you to Dr.

Chung Matthews and his staff, favorite aide Darlene Rogers and passport manager, Suzanne Malkamaki. Service will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 12 p.m. at People's Baptist Church, 525 V. Odom Akron, OH 44307, Rev. Darrick D.

Willis, Sr. eulogizing. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Friends may visit at the church from 11 a.m.

until time of service. Condolences may be sent to 4062 Savannah Grove Lane, Columbus, OH 43221. Shetorra Moton Shetorra Moton, woman of God, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, true sister, patient aunt, and a powerful mentor. She was an angel and a best friend to anyone that knew her. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 3:03 a.m.

January 16, 2013. Service will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday, January 25, 2013 at 12 p.m. at Stewart Calhoun Funeral Home, 529 W. Thornton Akron, OH 44307, Min.

Richard C. Smith eulogizing and Elder Richard Bradford officiating. Interment at Greenlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until time of service.

Procession will form at 1564 Stadelman Akron, OH 44320 and condolences may be sent to 2334 12th St. SW, Akron, OH 44314. She was a was born September 11, 1934 to the late Harlan and a rj i (Moore) Finzer, in New Phila-d I i a uum june 11, 1921 in Wadsworth to the late P.H. and Margaret vvemsnei- a mer Ruth 1 ICIM CU 1 1 Ul II Wadsworth the past ten years and formerly worked at Children's and Akron General Hospitals. Her passion in life was spending time with her family and her dogs.

Preceded in death by her father and step-father, George Slaughter. Survived by loving husband of almost 40 years, Charles Llewellyn; daughter, Jessica Llewellyn; mother, De-lores Slaughter; many siblings, relatives and friends. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, January 28, 2013 at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Akron, OH 44305.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mary's honor are requested to Golden Treasures Golden Retriever Rescue, P.O. Box 434, Bath, OH 44210. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.Ne wcomerAkron.com. NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, (330) 784-3334 330-535-1543 www.stewartcalhoun.com "Together Again" Ruby L. Wilson "Mother Wilson" Ruby L.

Wilson, 86, went home to be with the Lord January 19, 2013. She was born in Lake Providence, Louisiana on June 11, 1926 to Emma and Curly Lucas; one of 15 children. Our Mom loved the Lord and shared that love with many as a Sunday School Teacher for over 50 years, and through living a Life that was aligned with the beliefs she taught. She was always ready to offer up a prayer; or a helping hand to those she encountered throughout her Life. She was a wonderful Lady, Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend.

She often spoke of how blessed she was to have raised her family and enjoy her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. God worked through her and has now called her Home to her rest. She was a member of Heaven's Gate Community Church. Mom, thank you for all your Love, Prayers and Support -we know that your intentions were those of pure Faith and Love. We also know that you are in Heaven mission accomplished! Ruby now joins her husband, Walter, in God's care.

Ruby is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Pete) Alati; son, Kenneth (Tonie) Wilson; grandchildren, Sean Alati, Shannon (Charles) Parks, Kenny (Ava) Wilson, DeOndra (Ed) Smith, DeAirre (Gail) Alati, Kimberly (Taylor) Timko; 12 great-grandchildren; siblings, Victoria Drayton, Melverda (Floyd) Davis, Ida Mae Long, Bernice Shearer and Joseph Lucas; and a host of relatives and friends. Calling hours will be held at Stewart Calhoun Funeral Home, 529 W. Thornton Akron, OH 44307, Wednesday, January 23, 2013, from 7 to 9 p.m. Homegoing Service Celebration 11 a.m. Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Faith Temple CLG, 701 Sylvan Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44306, with Pastor Gregory Lee officiating.

Interment will be at Greenlawn Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 3091 Deercrest Path, Stow, OH 44224. City Schools and was an employee of the Seiberling Rubber Co. She was a lifelong member of First Mennonite Church, a graduate of Wadsworth High School and former member of Wadsworth FISH. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene; infant daughter, Claudia Joen; brother, Bill Weinsheimer; and sister, Mary Heyl. Ruth is survived by daughter, Laura Moss of Wadsworth; son, Mark (Linda) Schneider of West Chester; beloved grandchildren, Sarah (Mike Chapman) and Daniel (Jess Woodson) Moss, Jessica and Kenton Schneider; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Wadsworth.

A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at First Mennonite Church, 405 Trease Wadsworth. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Mennonite Church. Special thanks to Hospice of Medina Co. and the staff at The Inn at Coal Ridge for their loving care and support.

Hilliard-Rospert 330-334-1501 www.HilliardRospert.com Paul E. Smith Paul E. Smith, age 80, of Akron, passed away early Monday morning at Summa Western Reserve Hospital. Paul was Mary Ruth Neff Mary Ruth Neff, 89, born August 7, 1923, passed away January 21, 2013. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m.

Thursday at St. Hilary Catholic Church, 2750 W. Market Fairlawn, with Rev. Fr. Frank Basa officiating.

Inurnment at Moore's Chapel Cemetery. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. TODAY at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Akron. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to North Akron Kiwanis Club or St.

Hilary Catholic Church. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) www', bilowfunera homes, com 330-867-4141 mm Ohio. She was a 1952 graduate of Coventry High School, Vice President and General Manager of Shawnee Airways, and subsidiary companies Essco Aircraft, and Aerodynamics, at the Wayne County Airport. She supervised scheduled and non-scheduled Air Charter passenger and freight operations, civilian, Air Force and Army ROTC flight training for the University of Akron and Kent State University. She was a Charter Member of the Community Church of Portage Lakes, President of the Women's Aeronautic Association, Aircraft Owner's and Pilot's Association, Northeast Ohio Pilot's Association, Military Officer's Organization of America with husband Ernest.

She also was a member of Prestwick Country Club, Turkeyfoot Island Club as well as the Akron Women's City Club. She was even Mayor of Akron for a day. Elizabeth was a devoted mother and wife. Her beauty and charm was always evident, but her soul, character and thoughtfulness were her gift to many. She was always there with hugs and laughter.

She loved playing euchre and she made friends wherever she went and will be equally missed by her friends in Akron as well as in Naples. Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 52 years, Ernest Stadvec; daughter, Marjorie; sons, George, Dan (Norma), Steve and Michael (Franca); grandchildren, Aimee, Adam, Jordan, Morgan, Alyssa, Emily, Arabella and Lucas; great-grandson, Nathan; sister, Kay (Bob) Olenick; and brother, Harlan Finzer, Jr. The family wishes to thank Pastor John Thielenhaus for his comforting words and the staff at the Summa Palliative Care Center for their excellent and compassionate care. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Schermesser Funeral Home, 600 E.

Turkey-foot Lake Akron, OH 44319 (SR 619), with Pastor John Thielenhaus officiating. There will be no visitation prior. Interment will take place at the Union Hill Cemetery in Sugarcreek, Ohio. Memorial contributions can be made in Elizabeth's name to the American Cancer Society, 525 North Broad Street, Canfield, Ohio 44406. To leave a special message online for the family, visit our website at www.schermesserfh (SCHERMESSER -GREEN, 330-899-9107) 330-535-1543 www.stewartcalhoun.com Evelyn M.

Ressler Evelyn M. Ressler, 101, passed away on January 20, 201 3 at Cop ley Health Center. She was born in Jea-nette, Pa. on November 29, 1911, but lived in the Akron area most of her hnrn Mav irigfea3 330-535-1543 www.stewartcalhoun.com "Together Again" Walter R. Marik Walter R.

Marik, age 88, formerly of Palmyra, passed away Friday, January 18, 2013. Walter lived at the Gardens of Western Reserve for the past 18 months where he received outstanding love and care. He was born November 15, 1924, in Bellaire, Ohio, a son of the late Louis and Lillian (Koranek) Marik. Walter was a proud veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps.

He was active in many civic organizations, including the Order of Eastern Star Palmy Chapter, Deerfield American Legion, and a 60 year member of the Charity Masonic Lodge in Deerfield. Walter was a hardworking person. He was always busy with the family farm in Palmyra and retired from the General Motors Lordstown plant after 20 years of service. In 1987, Walter and his wife, Janet, moved to Lehigh Acres, Florida. While there, Walter became a member of the First Christian Church and was active in the UAWs retiree program.

Walter also utilized his handyman skills around his condo association. Surviving family members include his children, Becky (Mike) Sterling, Deborah Marik, and Bob (Linda) Marik, Continued next column Michael P. Nonno Jr. BARBERTON Michael P. Nonno 64, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at his residence.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 204-6th St. NW, Barberton. Entombment at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Calling hours TODAY from 5 to 8 p.m. at the SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton, where prayers will be said Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Akron, 7996 Darrow Twinsburg, OH 44087. 16, 1932 in Spencer, West Virginia to the late Lindsey F.

and Roxie E. (Nida) Smith. He was a member of Victo life. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews. There will be no calling hours.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on Thursday at 11 a.m., followed by interment at Glendale Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Copley Health Care, 155 Heritage Woods Dr, Cop Cremation Memorial Ideal for your garden or cemetery plot. FiOOOFF Anv in stock memorial ry Chapel and retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Technical Sergeant with 20 years of service. In 1972, he concluded his military career at the Air Force Flight Test Center.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma J. Smith, and his son, Mark Avery Smith. Paul is survived by his daughters, Karey Williams, Kelly Bianco, and Jolyn Cline Continued next column ley, 44321. SILVVHOSTETLER 09 FUNERAL HOME KAAmXXX) 6, KAVV 448 North Howard Akron 330-253-2179 www.silva-hostetler.com FUNERAL HOMES FAIRLAWN, 330-836-3100 330-825-8700.