McMILLEN, MARTHA MARTHA J. McMILLEN, age 68, passed away on Friday, September, 27, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Robert Sr., Loving mother of Melissa Ortiz (Noel), and Robert Jr.; dear grandmother of Nicholas, Robert McMillen, and Nathael Ortiz. All services will be at The Chapel of Riverside Cemetery, 3607 Pearl Rd., Monday September 30, 2013 from 12 Noon - 1PM with interment to follow. {rscomments on}

LIGHTNER, HAROLD L Harold L. Lightner, age 66, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2013. Beloved husband of Shirley for 43 years. Loving father of Christopher (Amber), dear grandfather of Kitty. Retired from the Foundry at Ford Motor Company. All services private. {rscomments on}

SALYERS-SOKOL, PATRICIA PATRICIA ANN SALYERS-SOKOL (née Boskovitch), 67, of North Ridgeville, passed away September 15, 2013. Wife of Thomas R., loving mother of Candice Maphet (Len), Rick (Heather) and step-son Steven; extra special, extraordinary grandmother “Nana” of Patricia, Claudia, Joshua, Nathan, Caleb, Ryan, Alyssa, Ricky and Benjamin, great-grandmother of Dante, Markus, Kodi, Antoinette and unborn grandson; sister of Mike Boskovitch. She was preceded in death by her beautiful daughter Tawania Willis and her parents Frank and Mary (née Dutko). Born and raised in Filbert, Pennsylvania, Patricia was always said to have a heart of gold. She gave to everyone and never said no to anyone. Her love was unconditional. Her home was always a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy her love for cooking and baking. In her spare time she enjoyed crafting, playing cards, playing tickets and her bingo buddies waited for her bird chirp when B-11 was called. On some days, to pass time, she simply enjoyed being in the car riding around with no particular destination but we always knew shopping was in the plan. If you needed a good laugh or a shoulder to cry on, Patty was always there. She was always comforting ...Read More

PEDONE, CHARLES G. CHARLES G. PEDONE, 83, passed away September 17, 2013. Father of Laura Forgarty (Robert), Kathy and Deborah DePaul (Tom). Mr. Pedone studied architecture at East Technical High School and after graduation he attended Fenn College. Services private. {rscomments on}

LEACH, PAULINE MARTHA RUTH PAULINE MARTHA RUTH LEACH, formerly of Niles, Warren, and Cleveland, passed from this life on Monday, September 9, 2013, at age 97. Loving wife of the late Jack C. Leach and devoted mother of loving sons Eugene and the late Bruce. Private arrangements. Online Contact/permanent memorial at Legacy.com {rscomments on}

DIEHL, FORREST HOWARD Forrest Howard Diehl was born February 06, 1916 to Emery A. Diehl and Verle Siddall Diehl in Berlin Center, Mahoning County, Ohio. Both families trace their ancestors to settlement in the colonies prior to 1700 with settlement in Mahoning and Columbia Counties, Ohio. Education: Alliance High School, Ohio; B.A. Economics at Hiram College; Master of Education at Kent State University; advanced graduate study, Secondary Education at University of Colorado; Psychological studies, Kent State University; Claremount University Graduate College California; Oklahoma State University; and, State University of New York, Potsdam. Professional Organizations: National Education Association; Ohio Education; Euclid Education Association; Northeast Ohio Education Association: Associate Member American Psychological Association; National and Local Council for Social Studies; Served on many local and state Education Committees. Past Religious Service: Elder: Old Stone Church. Chaired Missions Committee; Served on Committees of Prysbytery—Chaired its Nominations Committee; Board of Directors Garden Valley Neighborhood House; Ohio Council of Churches. Elder: Plough URC in Brecon South Wales, United Kingdom; Sunday school teacher at both churches; and present member of Old Stone Church, Cleveland. Community Service: Trustee, President and Treasurer of the Edgecliffe Beach Club in Euclid Ohio; and, Boy Scout Executive. Military Service: Disabled veteran ...Read More

DORAN, CHARLOTTE CHARLOTTE DORAN, 81, passed away September 12, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved mother of Maude Nosky, grandmother of Robby, sister of Gladys Gunderloy (nee White) and the late Ella Peterson, David White and Betty Fallat. Aunt to 13 nephews and nieces and many others not related by blood. Charlotte loved life & being with family, and loved to tell stories of her youth. Her love for animals was abundant. She was never in her life without a pet(s). Charlotte was a good listener and always gave great advice. She was caring, generous & loved to laugh. Charlotte had a nature you could not help loving and a heart that was purer than gold. To those who knew and loved her, her memory will never grow old. As long as life and memory lasts, we will remember you. Family suggests contributions to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Organization. {rscomments on}

ANGUS, JR., GEORGE L. GEORGE L. ANGUS, JR., 83, of Strongsville, passed away August 25, 2013. He was the loving husband of Janet for 60 years; dear father of Michael (Lissa); Kimberly Kelly (Bob Ainley); Kathy Broman; Donna O’Neill (Kathy Neil) and David (Heather); grandfather of Elizabeth, Jessica, Patrick, Ryan, Dillon, Jordan, Alex and Chase; brother of Marvin. His parents and sister, Barbara, preceded him in death. George and Janet married on August 22, 1953. After graduation from the University of Illinois, including a commission in the Navy, he served aboard a destroyer during the Korean War. His work years were spent in the printing industry. Most important to George were his God, his family and his friends. A quote from a life-long friend: “George was always optimistic and willing to assist friends and acquaintances in helping them, regardless of personal price and time. I have never known of anyone who was a greater example of these traits.” His interests were many: bridge, gardening, fishing, family vacations in Wisconsin, travel and reading. During his retirement he loved teaching driver training to students of all ages. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 276 E. Bagley Road ...Read More

STEAD, IRENE IRENE LOUISE STEAD, 89, of Brook Park, passed away peacefully September 11, 2013, following a brief illness. Beloved wife of the late William Stead, Irene is survived by her loving sons Rodney Parks (Nancy) of Wadsworth and Mark Parks (Patty) of Chattanooga, Tennessee; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister Margaret Nosal, several nieces and nephews, and many, many dear friends. Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 am Saturday, September 14, 2013, at Mary, Queen of the Apostles Parish, 6455 Engle Road in Brook Park. FRIENDS RECEIVED AT CHURCH PRIOR TO MASS FROM 9:30-10:00am. Interment will follow at Holy Cross. In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to Hospice of Medina County. {rscomments on}

SMETANKA, EDWARD PAUL EDWARD PAUL SMETANKA, age 92, died peacefully on September 1, 2013. Born to George and Barbara (nee Bunca). Beloved husband of the late Bernice (nee Mueller). Father to Gregory, Karen (Brubaker), Paul and Theresa (Frank). Youngest brother to the late Steven, Mary (Uhely), Juila (Urbanek), George, Ann (Olle), Florence, Cecelia (Berilla), Joseph, Rose (Bednar), Emily (Lenhart). Uncle to many. Grandfather to Jill, Brett, Dawn, Steven, Daniel, Keith and Craig. World War II Veteran of the US Army Air Corps. Served bravely in Europe from 1942 to 1945. Services will remain private at family's request. Internment later at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. {rscomments on}