TWIGG, CLAYTON THOMAS CLAYTON THOMAS TWIGG, a kind and gentle man, passed away at the age of 69 on June 27, 2012. He leaves behind wonderful memories, a loving wife, Rose (nee Kurkjian), sons Clayton, Michael and David (Kristen), grandsons Jakob and Kristopher, a sister, Genevieve Lenox (James) and brother David (Lealofi), extended family and friends. A memorial service will be held at Westlake United Methodist Church, 27650 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, on Friday, July 6, 2012 at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Greater Cleveland Council, Boy Scouts of America, Westlake United Methodist Church or University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. {rscomments on}

CHAPMAN, GLENN LEE GLENN LEE CHAPMAN, 69, passed away June 24, 2012 in Cleveland, Ohio. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Oran W. and Betty J. (House) and special uncle Kenneth Chapman. He is survived by former spouses, Suellen Bennett and Kris Shoop, his children, Brian (Laura) of Loudonville, Bradley (Sherry) of Killbuck, Brentley (Deb) and Bethany DeVincent (David), both of Brinkhaven; his grandchildren, Bobby, Derrick, Nicholas, Kayla, Bradley Jr., Brandon, Katarina, Mariah, Mason, Jarin, Joshua and 3 great grandchildren. Glenn was an Air Force veteran and retired construction worker who enjoyed geneology, historical vehicles, coin and gun collecting. He was a member of Brinkhaven Church of Christ. Private family service. {rscomments on}

DONELON, EVA EVA DONELON (nee Mosley), 82, passed away June 22, 2012. Beloved wife of the late James and dear mother of the late Dawn Rock. Graveside service Holy Cross Cemetery, 14609 Brookpark Road, Tuesday, July 3 at 10 a.m. {rscomments on}

HAMRICK, SAMUEL R. SAMUEL RAYMOND HAMRICK, 72, passed away June 22, 2012. Loving father of Samuel Jason Hamrick, best of friends to Vicki Chuhay, Diana Grossonbuag, Dee Schooley, Winston, Buster, Jake and Rosie. Services private. {rscomments on}

STIPANOVICH, RONALD RONALD STIPANOVICH, 53, passed away June 15, 2012. Beloved father of Ronald, loving companion of Angela, dear step-father of Jason and Christopher and cherished “Papa” of Mya, Evan and Damien. Private service. {rscomments on}

NORRIS, JOHN JOHN NORRIS began SCUBA diving in 1960 and ever since, has dedicated his 50-year career to instructing thousands of students in Greater Cleveland in the safe exploration of the vast underwater frontier. He has certified divers at dozens of area universities, recreation centers, and private clubs. He has trained and assisted NASA astronaut teams, police and fire departments, and search and rescue teams. Over the decades he introduced the dedicated diving community to physicians specializing in hyperbaric medicine, and further promoted sport, specialty and technical diving through his shop, Aqua Specialists. Throughout his career he greatly enjoyed escorting local divers to the wonders of exploring countless dive locations around the world. On this last dive he will be missed by Joan, Glen and Yoko, Ladonna, Scott and Amy. {rscomments on}

ELLER, ALICE B. ALICE B. ELLER, born May 6, 1922 in Moundsville, WVA died June 12, 2012. She was employed with the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. forty years before retiring in 1983. Alice was a faithful and active member of the West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church where she experienced love and deep friendship lasting throughout her life even to the last hours. A memorial service will be held at WSUUC on Sunday, June 24 at 2:00 pm. {rscomments on}

MILLAR, PATRICIA ANN PATRICIA ANN MILLAR (nee Ottman), born February 12, 1929 peacefully died on June 13, 2012. She was the beloved daughter of Louise (Miller) and Charles Ottman, Sr. Cherished, loved and respected mother of John Jr., M. Susan Henderson (Royce) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Karen Stantial (Douglas) of Atlanta, Georgia, Pam, and Mark (deceased). Grandmother to Justin, Ryan and Tyler Henderson, Sara (Aaron) Archambeau and Kate (Liam) Fanning. Sister of Charles (deceased) (Noreen), Michael (deceased) (Peg) and Thomas (Beverly). Pat grew up in University Heights and graduated from Beaumont School for Girls. She was employed as a secretary before her true calling of a wife and mother. Fully involved in all aspects of her children’s lives, she was especially remembered for her volunteer work at St. Margaret Mary School. After the children were grown, she continued with her selfless volunteering at the Westerly Independent Living Apartments in Lakewood, where she was a resident for over 20 years. Pat volunteered in the library, the Hodge Podge, the convenience store and could always be counted on to assist with their many special events. She was a faithful participant in the evening games and was known for her organization of the ...Read More

McCARTY, MARY RITA MARY RITA MCCARTY, 51, passed away June 6, 2012. Beloved mother of Jillian, cherished daughter of the late James and Ruth, loving sister of Michael (Debbie), Judy McEwen and Maggie Hickok and loving aunt. The family will receive friends Monday, June 11 from 4 – 8 p.m. at Schuster-Straker-O’Connor Funeral Home, 5904 Ridge Road, Parma. {rscomments on}

MOORE, JON A. JON A. MOORE, 76, passed away June 4, 2012. Beloved husband of Grace, loving father of Laura Lee, Linda, Jonathan (Julie), Jeffrey (Carol), Leslie Knotts, Kim Raymond and the late Lee Ann and cherished grandfather of 13 and great-grandfather of 1. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 12 at the Twinsburg Congregational Church on The Square from 6 to 9 p.m. {rscomments on}