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Sunday, May 31, 2015 Akron Beacon Journal Ohio.com INFORMING. ENGAGING. ESSENTIAL. Jeannine Mortier Jeannine Mortier, 85, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015 at the Village of St. Edward.

The family will receive friends Sunday 2 to 6 p.m. From previous column Clay); brothers, Riquie D. Mc Cormick and Kaleb M. Clay; sister, Essence M. Clay; grandparents, Moses (Granny Lorraine) and Susan Mc Cormick (Eddie Dukes); a host of aunts, uncles, cousins other relatives and friends.

Home going service will be held on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Akron, Ohio 44306. Family will receive friends from 10 until time of service. Pastor J. Michael Martin, Officiating.

Procession will form at 461 Hillwood Drive, Akron, Ohio 44320 and condolences can be sent to 98 Botnick Plaza, Akron, Ohio 44301. RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME (330) 724-1201 www.rtiodenmeFrior ialhome. com Christine Jean (Lewellen) Helber STUART, FLA. Christine Jean (Lewellen) Helber, 45, lost her brave 20-month battle with cancer on May 24, 2015. Born November 20, 1969 in Columbus, Ohio, the only child of Bernardine (Gallagher) Lewellen of Columbus, Ohio and Thomas Edgar Lewellen of Titusville, Florida.

Chris graduated from Whitehall-Yearling High School, Whitehall, Ohio in 1988 and at various times attended Columbus State Community College and DeVry Institute. She married the love of her life Charles (Chuck) Lee Helber, father of her beloved daughter, Caitlyn Rose Helber, in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 1, 2006. She previously worked at Nationwide Insurance in Columbus, Ohio and Indianapolis, Ind. After relocating to Stuart in 2007, she was employed at Florida Power and Light in Juno Beach where she prospered through various promotions and developed many professional and close personal relationships. Along with a can-do attitude, Chris' caring, bright and witty personality contributed to her success; she was considered by many to be the sunshine in their lives.

When Chris became ill, her co-workers and friends formed a group of tutu-wearing "Helber's Angels'' and participated in annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure events. They also supported her with chemo visits, get-togethers including a wig party, numerous gifts and cards and daily calls and texts. Outside of work, Chris, along with Chuck and Caitlyn, enjoyed boating, getting together with their many friends, and were avid Ohio State fans. Christine is survived by her beloved husband, Charles Lee Helber; her precious 14-year-old daughter, Caitlyn Rose; her two precious stepdaughters, Devon Leigh age 22 and Hannah Marie age 16; mother, Bernardine Lewellen, Columbus Ohio; father, Thomas Edgar Lewellen, Titusville, Florida; mother-in-law, Garnet Marie Helber, Columbus, Ohio; brother-in-law, Daniel Keith (Cheryl) Helber, Columbus, Ohio; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, all beloved but too numerous to mention; and many close friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Jean Natalie Gallagher, Barberton, Ohio; grandfather, James John Gallagher, Barberton, Ohio; father-in-law, Walter Eugene Helber, Whitehall, Ohio; uncle, Dennis James Gallagher, Stow, Ohio; nephew, Thomas Jeffery Helber, Columbus, Ohio; and cousins, William Robert Charnes and Joseph John Domonkas, both of Akron, Ohio. Calling hours will be on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. followed by a short service at Redmon Funeral Home, 3633 Darrow Road, Stow 44224, www. red monfuneralhome.com.

Special thanks to those at Florida Cancer Center, West Palm Beach; Good Samaritan Hospital, Palm Beach; and Treasure Coast Hospice, Stuart. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen organization at www.komen.org or to any other charity of your choice. From previous column Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, OH, Wednesday, June 3 at 12:45 P.M. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial contributions be made to Poe United Methodist Church 6712 Wadsworth Rd, Medina OH 44256 or Waltz United Methodist Church 7465 Egypt Medina OH 44256.

Online condolences may be made at waitefuneralhome.com Robert C. Primm Jr. BARBERTON Robert C. Primm 74, passed away May 28, 2015. Full announcement later, www.sil-va-hostetler.com (SILVA-HOSTETLER, 330-825-8700) "Together Again" Gerald Raymond Reinart Gerald Raymond Reinart, 81, fell asleep peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 25, 2015 to join his lovely bride of 46 years, Vaina Reinart (nee Dimengo).

He was born in Akron on June 1, 1933 to parents, Joseph and Lena Reinart. He graduated from Hower High School in 1951, where he studied aviation, auto mechanics and woodworking. Gerald proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy and U.S. Army veteran.

He was a devoted brother, husband, father, and grandfather. Gerald retired from Babcock Wilcox in management of the Labor Relations Department, a career that spanned for 47 years. He was a master machinist, woodworker, and an avid train collector; enjoying fishing, camping and spending time with his family. Our dad was always willing to help his family and friends when ever there was a need. Gerald leaves his children, Laura (Mike) Hoover, Michele (Jeff) Fisher, Gerald (Paula) Reinart, and Christopher (Elizabeth) Reinart; ten grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; sisters, Lois Vincent, Ledith (Jim) Crabtree, Debbie (Walt) Ruggles; and his faithful Jack Russell "Skip." We will miss you dearly Dad, Grandpa, Papa Choo-Choo.

Our loss is heaven's gain. We would like to thank the caring staff of Hospice and Special Caregivers Eva, Cathy, and Delores. His favorite charity was The Wounded Warriors and in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to The Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517. Graveside military honors will be performed by Firestone Post 3383 at 10 a.m.

on Saturday, June 6, 2015 in memory of Gerald at Holy Cross Cemetery. Cemetery directions and the Reinart Family condolence book are available at the funeral home's website. Bacher-Portage Lakes 330-644-0024 BacherFuneralHome.com Carl Edward (ED) Schlauch Carl Edward (ED) Schlauch, 71, died on May 27, 2015 after a brief recurrence of cancer. He was the only child of Alberta and Arden Schlauch and was born in Akron, Ohio. He was a life long resident of Akron.

He graduated from Buchtel High School in 1962 and worked with his father in the family business, Stadium Body Shop (a large truck repairalignment firm), until it was sold in 1980. He then owned a small diner for a time, then was an independent contractor for several courier services in the area. He will be remembered for his fondness of debate actually argument and his gruff persona, while all along he was warm and fuzzy inside. From previous column be buried in Bay Pines Veteran Cemetery in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Please visit www.hummelcares.com to share memories or condolences. I' FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIES Howard W. Johnson Howard W. Johnson, 81, passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2015. Preceded in death by wife, Karen.

Survived by daughters, Debbie (Linda), Cindy, Susan (Mary); grandchildren, Timm (Heather), Amanda, April, Ashlee, James; dog and companion, Prince; children, Russell and Teh; and many great-grandchildren. Cremation will take place. Memorial donations may be made to Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Barberton, OH 44203 330-745-3311 C. Norman Kempel C. Norman Kempel, 98, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away at his home on May 27, 2015.

Born in Akron on July 8, 1916 to Clarence C. and Em- a (Rohner) Kempel, he attended St. Mar-t a Grade School and Stow Elementary Schools graduating from Stow High School. He also attended John Carroll, Kent State and the University of Akron. In April of 1941 he married Ethel Albright in Atlanta.

Norm and Ethel have been Cuyahoga Falls residents since 1947. They were charter members of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish where Norm served on the first Lay Council. He was devoted to the music ministry and was active as a song leader in the choirs at IHM and at St. John's in Pasadena, Florida. He worked ten years at Goodyear as a cashier in the Aerospace Division and in Special Projects for Goodyear International.

In 1951 Norm returned to Rohner Distributors of Akron, the family paper business, and was active for 30 years in local management and at the national level with the National Paper Trade Assoc. and National Purchasing Management Assoc. Following the acquisition of the Rohner Co. by International Paper he retired to establish a plastic stamping business known as Badgeman Akron and later as Recognition Express from which he retired in 1983. Norm was an active member in Optimist Clubs in Cuyahoga Falls and St.

Petersburg, Florida since 1961. He served two terms as Lt. Governor in Optimist International and five years in various appointed offices for the Ohio District Optimists. His survivors include his wife, Ethel (Albright) of 74 years; daughters, Karen Lee Newshutz-Stilwill of Cleveland, Christine Rees of England, and Kathy Burkle of Boston; grandchildren, Laurie Newshutz of Cleveland, David Newshutz of Cuyahoga Falls, Michael Haines of Melbourne Australia, Christopher Haines of England, Elizabeth Adams of England, Katie Burkle of Washington, D.C., and Sarah Kranz of Boston; and many greatgrandchildren; sisters, Mary Lou (John) McHugh and Ruth (Philip) Booth, both of Springfield, Va. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard and David.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, June 3rd at 12 Noon at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, (1905 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls) where friends may call from 11 until Mass time. Interment at Oak-wood Cemetery will follow. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Optimist International (4494 Lindell St. Louis, MO 63108). Go to www.dunn-quigley.com to view Norm's Book of Memories where you may view and leave condolences.

330-253-8121 Dunn Qujclly Orar lV4 Linda Sue Marinko STOW Linda Sue Marinko, 69, was taken to be with the Lord on May 28, 2015 in Stow, Ohio. Linda was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family. Her loving kindness and devotion will be missed by those of us left behind. Linda was born in East Liverpool, Ohio to John Kayle and Ka-therine Reark on November 27, 1945. She is survived by her husband, Mark; son, Mike Walsh; daughter-in-law, Deborah Walsh; grandchildren, Michael and Brian Walsh; brother, John Reark; sister-in-law, Barbara Reark; aunt and uncle, Bonnie and John Shott; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2141 5th Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221, on Friday, June 5 at 2 p.m. There will be a reception at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Lutheran World Relief, or your favorite charity. TPedmon V- Funeral HO mi STOW, 330-688-6631 Lillie (Stone) Maxwell Lillie (Stone) Maxwell passed away on May 28, 2015 in Dayton, Ohio following a brief illness, where she lived with her husband of 54 years Bennie L. Maxwell.

She was born on December 8, 1934 in Decatur, A I a a a MrL to James and Willie a Stone. In addi- tion to her parents; she was preceded in her death by her brothers, Stone, Willie Stone, London Stone, Arthur Stone, Leon Stone and Hodges Stone. Lillie will greatly be missed by her sisters, Cora (Stone) Hendricks, Ida (P Q) English and Christine Stone; and nieces, nephews, and a host of other families and friends. Service will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at Stewart and Calhoun Funeral Home, 529 W. Thornton Akron, OH.

44307. Service begins at 11 a.m., Dr. Diana Swoope eulogizing Friends may visit at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment, Mt.

Peace Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to 1165 Winhurst Akrnn OH 44313 Stewart fie Calhoun Gregory M. McAbee Gregory M. McAbee, 50, of North Canton went home to be with the Lord on May 27, 2015, following an extended illness. He was born on December 28, 1964, to Evelyn and the late Robert McAbee.

Greg was a member of First Christian Church, North Canton. Along with his mother, he is survived by Julie McAbee, his wife of 27 years; their daughter, Megan (Lawrence) McElrath; sisters, Debbie (Tom) McDowell, Pam (Tim) Teague, and Donna (Frank) Palcko all of Akron; brothers, Steve McAbee of Cincinnati, and Bob (Sherri) McAbee of Green; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members; and the many children whose lives he touched as a Christian school administrator. Condolences and special memories may be shared online at www.heritagecrematio n.com. Heritage Cremation Society, 330-875-5770 Keisean McCormick Keisean Mc Cormick, ten, went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2015 after a brief illness. He was born on December 15, 2004 in Akron, Ohio to his parent Susan Mc-Cormick and Phillip Turner.

He was a very bright young man who loved his brothers and sister. His smile would light up a room. He leaves to forever cherish his loving memory moth-er, Susan Mc Cormick (Kirk Continued next column at the Anthony Fu-n a I Home Anthony- Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main Akron. Funeral services will begin Monday at 10:15 a.m.

at the funeral home and continue at 11 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 476 Mull Ave, Akron, OH 44320. Interment Northlawn Memorial Park. Donations may be made to the Village of St.

Edward. (Anthony, Akron, 330-724-1281, anthonyfh.com) Armani Mount Armani Mount passed away on May 27, 2015. Funeral announcements later. Sommerville Funeral Serv-ices, 330-836-2725. Robert W.

Opphile Robert W. Opphile, age 84, passed away May 26, 2015 after a brave and hard fought battle with lung cancer. The family would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to all of the nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Unit at SummaCity Hospital for their loving and compassionate care during his final days. Cremation has taken place. Family and friends may join the family to celebrate Robert's life on Monday, June 1, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m.

at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.Newc omerAkron.com.

NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334 Doris Elizabeth Patterson Doris Elizabeth Patterson, age 87, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Doris was born September 26, 1927 in Akron, OH to the late Michael and Marie (Albert) Boyd. She graduated from Gar field High School in Akron, OH in 1945, attended Akron University and was a member of Beta Sigma Phi a Business Sorority. She was a Program Director for Mended Hearts, a nationwide support network for heart patients and their caregivers, and wrote articles for the Akron Beacon Journal advocating for social and governmental issues. She stood up for God's truth.

Growing up she enjoyed horseback riding, roller coasters, singing, dancing, and was very active in the Youth Group at Grace Methodist Church in Akron where she met her husband. Doris, being the pastor's wife, shared many responsibilities at Poe United Methodist Church in Bible Studies, Women's Ministry, choir, and teaching. She wanted people to know Jesus. Doris formerly worked for Goodyear and Firestone as an Executive Secretary and retired from Babcock and Wilcox. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Doris truly exemplified a "Proverbs 31 Woman." She is survived by her husband, James, to whom she was married 63 loving years; daughters: Jamie Wood of Akron, Denise (Les) Henderson of Graham, NC, and Cathleen (James) Dehn of Boston MA; grandchildren: Danielle, Matthew, Christopher, Cassondra, Jesse, Benjamin and Alexander; greatgrandchildren: Samantha, Savannah, Braydon and Mason; and niece, Joannie Ciccolini of Hudson, OH. Doris was preceded in death by her brother, Albert Boyd. Family will receive friends Tuesday, June 2, from 5 to 8 P.M. at the Waite Son Funeral Home, 765 N. Court Medina.

Services will be held Wednesday, June 3, 11 A.M. at the funeral home. Dr. Larry Morrison will officiate. Bur- ial will take place at Ohio Richard D.

Morgan Richard D. Morgan, age 60, of Uniontown, passed away on Friday morning May 29, 2015. He was born in Warren, Ohio on September 18, 1954 to the late William and Joyce Morgan and graduated from Warren Howland High School where he met Cynthia Cobett. They married on May 17, 1975. He attended Youngstown State studying music and graduated from Akron University earning his BS in Mechanical Engineering.

Richard worked for UTC Aerospace Systems as a systems engineer. He was passionate about airplanes and enjoyed his bi-yearly fishing trips. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church where he sang in the choir. He is missed and dearly loved by his wife, Cindy; son, Noah of Las Vegas; siblings, Barb (Bill) Latham of Ashland, Diane Morgan of Negley, Tom (Kate) Morgan of Niles, Gail Nolfi of Warren; mother-in-law, Norma Cobett of North Canton; siblings-in-law, Ed (Judy) Cobett of Tom (Jan) Cobett of Strongsville, Maricel Cobett of his faithful friend, Chocolate Lab Nick; and nieces, nephews and friends, especially his church choir family. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Ed Cobett and brother-in-law, Jim Cobett.

Calling hours are Monday 5 to 8 p.m. at Arnold Funeral Home Hartville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with Fr. John Zapp celebrant.

Memorials may be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Arnold 330-877-9364 www.arnoldfuneral home.com Betty Jane Morrison (Murray) Please celebrate the passing of Betty Jane (Murray) Morrison on May 22, 2015 as she transcends from her earthly home to a heavenly home prepared by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She will be greeted by her father and mother, Vaughn and Ethel (Heilman) Murray; her sister, Emma Jean (Murray) Petry; daughters, Diana Lynn and Linda Morrison and her loving husband, John William (Bill) Morrison. She leaves behind her dearly loved sons, John, Vaughn, and Tim whom she will see again some day. She also leaves behind daughters-in-law, Cathy Morrison, and Ronni Morrison; granddaughters, Alex, Kate, Kendall, Haley, and grandson, Max.

Betty was born June 9, 1924 in Akron, Ohio and lived there until 1984. Betty lived with her husband in Ft. Myers Florida for ten years and alone for 11 years in Linville, North Carolina and then returned to Akron to be with her family. She was a member of the Montezame N.C. Baptist Church and most recently a member of West Hill Baptist Church in Akron, Ohio.

Cremation has already taken place and there will be no services at Betty's request. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Haven of Rest Mission in Akron, Ohio. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at ww.billowfuneralhomes.com (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) STBrilmus www. bi lowfunera homes, com 330-867-4141 X. FUNIEiAL HOMF STOW, 330-688-6631 Donald J.

Hogston Sr. Donald J. Hogston, age 83, passed away on May 27, 2015. He was an Army Veteran serving in the Korean War. Don was employed at PCA in Rittman, Ohio for 35 years.

He was a member of the VFW Post 1089 in Wads- worth. Don enjoyed woodworking, walking and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Aggie; sons, Donald (Kathy), Tony, Michael and Rick; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Per Don's request, he will Continued next column continued next column Continued next column.