Rudy Barstow
Rudy M. Barstow, 61, of Wooster, died Dec. 13, 2009, at Akron General Medical Center.
Rudy was born May 6, 1948, in Stark County, to Eileen and the late Paul Barstow. He had been a truck driver for Quality Block Company since 2002 and attended Parkview Church of Christ.
Surviving are his wife, Cynthia Barstow, whom he married in 2001; children, Tracy (J.D.) Liston of North Carolina, Rudy Barstow of Dover, John Barstow of Beloit, Penni (Michael) Tuttle of Fort Wayne, Ind., Michael (Kandy) Hartong of Carrollton, Mindi (Mark) Pearson of Kensington, and Danita Phillips of Magnolia; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Bill (Carol) Barstow of North Canton, Joe (Della) Barstow of Hudson, Fla., and Robert (Sarah) Barstow of Wooster; and sister, Sue (Pete) McMillen of Malvern.
He was preceded in death by two grandchildren.
Memorial services were held Dec. 19, 2009, at Parkview Church of Christ, with Rev. Dean Hammond officiating.
McIntire, Davis & Greene Funeral Home, Wooster, assisted with arrangements.
Contributions may be made to the funeral home to help defray expenses.
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Joan Belknap
Joan Belknap, 76, of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 16, 2009, at her home, following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late William and Stella Benedum, Joan was born March 21, 1933, in Midvale. She graduated from Midvale High School.
Surviving are her husband, Robert C. Belknap, whom she married in 1952; children, Melody (Chris) Steinebach of Indiana, Carla (John) Cannon of Tuscarawas, Mitch (Sharon) Belknap of Roswell, Jerry Belknap of Pennsylvania, Yvonne Beitzel of California, Crystal (Pete) Schandel of Gnadenhutten, Roxanne (Marc) Lautenschleger of Dover, Brian (Paula) Belknap of Wyoming, Brock (Kim) Belknap of Missouri, and Brett (Jamie) Belknap of New Philadelphia; brother, Jerry Benedum of Virginia; sisters-in-law, Judy Poorman of Roswell and Ruthann Belknap of Brightwood; brother- and sister-in-law, Ray and Cathy Belknap of Roswell; 24 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Patty Jean Maxwell.
Services were held Dec. 19, 2009, at the Linn-Hert-Geib chapel, with Rev. Doctor Steven Bailey officiating. Burial was in Evergreen Burial Park, New Philadelphia.
Family requests contributions in her memory be made to Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 201 W. Third St., Dover 44622.
Florence Billiter
Florence I. Billiter, 84, of Strasburg, died Dec. 18, 2009, at her home, following an extended illness.
Born July 12, 1925, in Sharon, Pa., Florence was the daughter of the late George and Florence Kautz. For seven years, she worked at the Strasburg Lawsons Store as a cashier. She also had a paper route for the Times Reporter for many years and worked for the former Cindys Restaurant, Strasburg. She was a member of the Word of Faith Christian Center and the Tuscarawas County Homemakers.
Surviving are her husband, Fred Billiter Sr.; sons; Ralph Billiter of New Philadelphia, Russell Billiter of Hannibal, Fred Billiter Jr. of Caldwell, George (Judy) Billiter of Stone Creek, and Roger (Lynn) Billiter of Strasburg; daughters, Nancy (Wayne) OBrien of Texas, Rita Skeeter (Mark) Meeks-Rothacher of Strasburg, and Elda Hadorn of Dover; 30 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a brother, William Kautz; half-sisters, Georgia Brown and Lucille Cropper Mitchell; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Flos life was held Dec. 28, 2009, at Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory, Dover, with Revs. Andy McClung and Jim Baker officiating. Burial was in Grandview Union Cemetery, Strasburg.
Those wishing to share a fond memory of Flo may sign her online register at www.tolandherzig.com.
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Jack Board
Jack L. Board, 61, of Amherst, formerly of Orrville, died Dec. 14, 2009, at his residence, following an extended illness.
Jack was born August 15, 1948, in Zanesville, to Ellen and the late Richard Board. A 1967 graduate of Orrville High School, he served in the U.S. Navy for 10 years, including service in Vietnam. He worked as a car salesman for Banner Chevrolet, Maibach Ford, and most recently for Premier Pontiac, and previously worked as a sales director for UPS and Bell Telephone. He was a member of Orrville Christian Church and the Orrville Chamber of Commerce through his online business, Ohio Valley Inspirations.
Surviving are his wife, Judy Board; sons, Robert (Lisa) Board of Dover and Jeffrey (Kerri) Board of Knoxville, Tenn.; daughter, Michelle McKenna of Franklin, Tenn.; stepsons, Gary (Becky) Myers of Smithville, Keith (Pam) Myers of Marshallville, Dr. Douglas (Kim) Damron of Cincinnati, and David Damron of Lorain; stepdaughter, Lori (Doug) Eggeman of North Lawrence; twin brother, Jim (Marilyn) Board of Dallas, Texas; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Richard E. Board Jr.
Services were held Dec. 18, 2009, at Auble Funeral Home, Orrville, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Damron officiating. Burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery, Orrville.
Online registry and expressions of condolence may be made at www.aublefuneralhome.com.
Charolette Bohse
Charolette H. Bohse, 66, of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 13, 2009, at her home, following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Arthur and Daisy Harker, Charolette was born Jan. 9, 1943, in Wana, W.Va. For a number of years, she held affiliations with Urhden, Sugarcreek, Associated Grocers, and Express Packaging.
Surviving are her husband, Frederick H. Bohse, whom she married in 1971; son, David (Michelle) Bohse of Columbus; daughter, Liz (Frank) Getz of Louisville; and two grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Statler; and brother, Glenn Harker.
Memorial services were held Dec. 16, 2009, at First Presbyterian Church, New Philadelphia, with Pastors Doug Patton and Dick Greenwood officiating. In keeping with her wishes, cremation care will be conducted through Geibs Tuscarawas Valley Crematory.
Those unable to attend may send personal condolences by signing her online register at www.geibcares.com.
Family requests contributions in her memory be made to Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 201 W. Third St., Dover 44622.
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Lester Cerana
Lester Cerana, 82, of Gnadenhutten, died Dec. 15, 2009, after a short illness.
Born Feb. 21, 1927, in Midvale, Lester was a son of the late Pio and Amelia Cerana. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps at the close of WWII, and had been co-owner of the Y Tavern with his father for a number of years. He retired from Superior Clay in the early 1980s and had previously worked for several area clay companies and coal mines. He was a life member of the VFW, having been primarily active in the former Midvale post, and was a founding member of the Hey Jacks Sportsmans Club.
Surviving are his wife, Faye E. Cerana, whom he married in 1956; son, Lester A. Cerana of Gnadenhutten; a granddaughter; a stepgrandson; brothers, John (Augusta) Cerana of Vineland, N.J., and Robert (Ardeth) Cerana of Uhrichsville; sisters, Margaret Lena Cox of Cadiz and Sara (Ben) Metzger of Illinois; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by sisters, Lenora Lenzo and Clara Paina; and brothers, Leo D., Pio Pete Jr., and Louis P. Cerana.
Services were held Dec. 18, 2009, at R.K. Lindsey Funeral Home, Dennison, with Rev. Harry Milligan officiating. Interment was in West Union Cemetery near Gilmore.
Those wishing to honor his memory by a charitable contribution may do so to the American Heart Association.
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Shelley Craine
Shelley K. Craine, 49, of Ravenna, formerly of Dover, died Dec. 13, 2009, from injuries received in an auto accident.
Born March 27, 1960, in Akron, Shelley was the daughter of Earl and Betty Littlefield. A 1978 graduate of Dover High School, she was a member of Ravenna Church of the Nazarene. She was a graduate of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University, where she received degrees in both psychology and social studies, and taught at Christian schools in Mobile, Alabama, and Toledo. She was employed by Akron Legal Services, was previously a bookkeeper for her father at Dover-Phila Electric, Dover, and had previously worked for Pin Quest, Streetsboro.
Surviving are her husband, Clifford L. Craine; brother, Scott (Joan) Littlefield of Souderton, Pa.; her father- and mother-in-law, Clifford and Joann Craine of Bedford; brother-in-law, Kenneth Craine; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Maria Craine.
A celebration of Shelleys life was held Dec. 19, 2009, at Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory, Dover, with Dr. Vernon Morse and Dr. William Haggis officiating. Interment was in Dover Burial Park.
Those wishing to share a fond memory of Shelley may sign her online register at www.tolandherzig.com.
Contributions may be made in her name to the Mt. Vernon Nazarene University Music Department, 800 Martinburg Rd., Mt. Vernon 43050.
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Freddie Fisher
Freddie E. Fisher, 75, of Dover, died Dec. 17, 2009, at Hennis Care Centre, following a long illness.
Born Jan. 10, 1934, in Sugarcreek, Freddie was a son of the late Clayton E. and Ruth Fisher. He graduated from Dover High School in 1952 and was employed by the city of Dover, Atwood Lake Resort, Oak Shadows Golf Club, and Union Country Club, from which he retired in 2002. He was a former member of the Singing Wheels Motorcycle Club, as well as the Dover Eagles and Moose lodges.
Surviving are his wife, Harriet Fisher, whom he married in 1984; daughters, Patti (Rick) Grove of Clifton, Ariz., Ida (Dan) Pope of Dundee, and Lori (Jim) LeBlanc of Dover; sons, Greg Fisher of Barnhill, and Mike (Patty) Fisher and Tim (Shelly) Fisher, both of Dover; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Sandra (Jack) Shores of Dover; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara; and a granddaughter.
Services were held Dec. 22, 2009, at Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial was in Union Hill Cemetery, Sugarcreek.
To sign his online register and share a fond memory of Freddie, visit www.tolandherzig.com.
Family suggests contributions in his memory be made to the Sisters of Charity Foundation of Canton, 400 Market Ave. N, Ste. 300, Canton 44702.
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Inez A. Hren, 89, of Uhrichsville, died Dec. 14, 2009, at Twin City Hospital, Dennison.
Born August 5, 1920, in Dennison, Inez was the daughter of the late David and Julia Nazionale. She was a lifelong parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church, Dennison, and was a 1940 graduate of Immaculate Conception School. In recent years, she had been a volunteer server with the Breakfast for Children Program at Immaculate Conception Elementary. She had also worked for a number of area businesses, including Romes Grocery Store, Dennison, Nazionales Gulf Service Station, Uhrichsville, Tinys Inn, Dennison, and Uhrichsville Eagles Aerie #2264 until her retirement in 1988. She was also a volunteer with AARP Charter 4780 in the Twin City area.
Surviving are sons, Joseph A. Hren of Uhrichsville and Robert W. (Lisa) Hren of Port Washington; daughter, Loretta M. (Paul) Walker of New Philadelphia; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Joseph D. Nazionale of Dennison; and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Ann Nazionale; brothers, Mario, William, and Leo Nazionale; a granddaughter; and a nephew whom she had raised, Michael Nazionale.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis J. Frank Hren Jr., whom she married in 1950.
Services were held Dec. 19, 2009, at Immaculate Conception Church, Dennison, with Father Anthony Lonzo officiating. Interment was in St. Marys Cemetery near Dennison.
Those wishing to honor her memory by a charitable contribution may do so to Immaculate Conception Churchs Memorial Book Fund.
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Harold Hughes
Harold Junior Hughes, 61, of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 17, 2009, at his home, following a battle with cancer.
Born Sept. 5, 1948, in Dennison, Harold was a son of the late Harold Hughes Sr. and Eula Lowery. He graduated from Dover High School in 1968 and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Vietnam. He retired from Union Camp in 2004, where he was employed for nearly 30 years.
Surviving are his wife, Sherry Hughes; children, Denise Hendricks of Massillon and Steven Sherrell of Uhrichsville; sisters, Flora (Clarence) Houston of Detroit, Mich., and Betty Mills of Midvale; brother, Henry Duane Hughes of New Philadelphia; sister-in-law, Mollie Hughes of Dover; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents and two nephews.
Memorial services were held Dec. 21, 2009, at First Baptist Church, Dover, with Rev. Christopher Lowery officiating.
To sign his online register and share a fond memory of Harold, visit www.tolandherzig.com.
Family suggests contributions in his memory be made to Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 201 W. Third St., Dover 44622.
Gloria Kouth
Gloria Louise Kouth, 74, of Crossville, Tenn., passed away following a long battle with cancer.
Gloria was born in Dennison to the late Charles Kelly and Goldie Mae Wright. She was a registered nurse, graduating from Aultman School of Nursing, Canton, in 1956. She spent her career in private duty, mental health at ACDC, and geriatrics in Ohio and Michigan. Upon retirement in 1998, she moved to Tennessee, where she worked with Hospice and volunteered at the Rural Health Clinic in Pleasant Hill. She was also a longtime volunteer at Good Samaritans and the House of Hope, Crossville. She was a longtime member of the Wooster Gnat Boxer Square Dance Club and attended United Methodist Church, Crossville.
Surviving are her husband, Dick Kouth; daughters, Kimberly (Roger) Yoder of Mt. Eaton and Noreen (Mike Marsh) Kouth of Massillon; sons, Randy (Camie) Goettge of Virginia and Bryan (Birgit) Kouth of Crossville, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Marie Moreland of Dennison, Shirley (Jim) Couch, Darlene (Glenn) Christiansen, and Kaye Schlick, all of Crossville, Tenn.; brothers, Melvin (Ruth) of Bolivar, Ronald (Linda) of Tuscarawas, and John (Terry) of California; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by sisters, Bernice Evelyn and Norma Jean; and brothers, Robert Gerald, Charles Emerson, and Jerry Dean.
Memorial services were held Dec. 22, 2009, at Fairlawn Mennonite Church, Apple Creek, with her husbands brother, Rev. Jack Kouth and his wife, Mary Sue, officiating.
Family requests memorials be made to Hospice or Fairlawn Mennonite Church, Apple Creek.
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Kelly Lattner
Kelly Arthur Lattner, 78, of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 14, 2009, at his home.
A son of the late Joseph and Melba Lattner, Kelly was born Jan. 20, 1931, in Salt Lake City, Utah. In 1950, he enlisted with the U.S. Air Force, and received an honorable discharge in 1954. He was a longtime heavy equipment operator and retired from Ohio Operating Engineers. He was a member of the Dover VFW and served as a past governor of the former New Philadelphia Moose Lodge.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Lattner of the home; daughter, Rhonda (Robert) McCaslin of Dover; son, Douglas (Cindy) Lattner of Montrose, Pa.; stepson, Donald (Carol) Wardell of Newcomerstown; seven grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Ronald (Joan) Lattner of Banks, Ore., and Harvey (Edith) Lattner of El Paso, Texas; and his mother-in-law, Marcella Clark of Strasburg.
He was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Sandra Wardell; and his father-in-law, Clifford Clark.
Services were held Dec. 17, 2009, at the Linn-Hert-Geib chapel, with Pastor Larry Fletcher officiating. Burial was in Evergreen Burial Park, New Philadelphia.
Those wishing to do so may send personal condolences and view an online memorial at www.geibcares.com.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 525 N. Broad St., Canfield 44406; American Diabetes Association, 1815 W. Market St., Suite 108, Akron 44313; or the National Kidney Foundation, 30 E. 33rd St., New York City, NY 10016.
Ruth Ann Miller
Ruth Ann Miller, 64, of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 18, 2009.
Born June 11, 1945, in Dover, Ruth Ann was the daughter of Alma and the late Henry P. Miller. She graduated from Strasburg High School.
Surviving are brothers, Terry Miller of Beach City and Glenn Miller of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Private family memorial services will be held. To sign her online register and share a fond memory of Ruth Ann, visit www.tolandherzig.com.
Contributions in her memory may be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 261, Dover 44622.
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Kathleen OGrady
Kathleen OGrady, 78, of Dover, died Dec. 15, 2009, at Union Hospital, following a long illness.
Born Dec. 25, 1930, in Boston, Mass., Kathleen was a daughter of the late John and Anna Powers. She made her home in South Boston for many years before moving to Satsuma, Fla., in the mid-1980s. She relocated to Dover in 2006. She was a longtime member of Gate of Heaven Church, Boston, and was presently a member of St. Joseph Church, Dover.
Surviving are daughters, Joan (William) Smith of Oviedo, Fla., and Julie (Grant) Dean of Somerdale; sons, John F. (Debra) OGrady of Duxbury, Mass., and Donald OGrady of Dover; 11 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; sisters, Barbara Duggan and Joan Powers; brothers, Jack, Joe, James, and Donald Powers; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Mass was held Dec. 18, 2009, at St. Joseph Church, with Fr. Matthew N. Hoover officiating. Burial was in St. Joseph Calvary Cemetery.
To sign her online register and share a fond memory of Kathleen, visit www.tolandherzig.com.
Family suggests contributions in her memory be made to Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 201 W. Third St., Dover 44622.
William Parris
William Phelan Parris, 91, of Wooster, died Dec. 14, 2009, at Wooster Community Hospital.
William was born April 8, 1918, in Tennessee, to the late James and Ethel Parris. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, and had worked for Republic Steel. He was a member of the New Philadelphia American Legion, and moved to Wooster in 2006 from New Philadelphia.
Surviving are his wife, Marjorie Lois Parris; sons, Fred (Patsy) Parris of Killbuck and James (Susan) Parris of Wooster; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Thurman Parris; and sisters, Jean Toth and Betty Limbaugh.
Services were held Dec. 16, 2009, at Church of the Cross United Methodist Church, with Rev. Jeff Parris officiating. Interment was in Ridgecrest Memory Gardens, New Philadelphia.
Contributions may be made to Broadway United Methodist Church, 120 Church Ave. SE, New Philadelphia 44663.
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William Stiffler
William Bud Ronald Stiffler, 79, of Dover, formerly of New Philadelphia, died Dec. 16, 2009, at Union Hospital, following a recent illness.
A son of the late William and Emma Stiffler, Bud was born June 20, 1930, in Clearfield, Pa. He graduated from Elders Ridge Academy, Cherry Tree, Pa., and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He held many jobs over the years and was known as the first agent for State Farm Insurance in Tuscarawas County. He was employed as a truck driver at the time of his retirement, and was a member of New Philadelphia Elks Lodge 510 and the National Rifle Association.
Surviving are children, Suzanne (Tom) Moore of New Philadelphia, and Becki (Jeff) Reiser and Doug (Renee) Stiffler, both of Dover; his former wife, Joan Stiffler of Dover; five grandsons; brother, Bob Stiffler of Apple Creek; and sister, Pat Wolfgram of Kansas City, Kans.
He was preceded in death by a granddaughter; a great-grandson; and brothers, Richard and James Stiffler.
In keeping with Buds wishes, cremation will take place through the care of Geibs Tuscarawas Valley Crematory. There will be no public calling hours, and graveside services will be held Dec. 26, 2009, at 10 a.m., in Evergreen Burial Park, New Philadelphia, with Pastor Rod Phillips officiating.
Those wishing to do so may send personal condolences and view an online memorial at www.geibcares.com.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the Tuscarawas County Humane Society, P.O. Box 92, New Philadelphia 44663; or the Friends of the Homeless, P.O. Box 466, New Philadelphia 44663.
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Donald Swinderman
Donald L. Swinderman, 84, of Port Washington, died Dec. 15, 2009, at Union Hospital, following a brief illness.
Born May 26, 1925, in Midvale, Donald was a son of the late Homer William and Frances Mae Swinderman. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and had worked for a number of area businesses including Ross Clay in the Twin City area, Wicks in Port Washington, and Simonds in Newcomerstown, from which he retired in the late 1980s. He was also president of the Steelworkers Union Local for many years and a longtime member of Tuscarawas VFW Post 7943 and Gnadenhutten F&AM Temple.
Surviving are a daughter, Linda (Gerald Jr.) Fansler of Port Washington; stepdaughter, Nancy (Louis) Milyiori of Dover; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; sisters, Joanne (Howard) Freeman, Arlene (Tom) Murphy, and Margie Warner, all of Uhrichsville, Shirley Schreiner of Tuscarawas, and Audrey (Glenn) Mullett of Port Washington; brother, George (June) Swinderman of Gnadenhutten; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Della Mae Swinderman; second wife, Carmel C. Swinderman; daughter, Jeanne Milligan; sister, Dorothy Paulun; and brother, Kenny Swinderman.
Private family services will be held, with interment in Port Washingtons Union Cemetery.
Those wishing to honor his memory by a charitable contribution may do so to a charity of their choice.
Genevieve Watson
Genevieve M. Watson, 84, of Ashland, died Dec. 17, 2009, at Samaritan Regional Health System.
Genevieve was born Feb. 3, 1925, in Antioch, to the late Lawrence and Bertha Jackson. She was a former baker at Archway Cookies and a member of Ashland Church of Christ.
Surviving are a daughter, Mary Ann (Darrell) Arnold of Polk; sons, Anthony (Shirley) Watson of Ashland, Alfred Watson of Mansfield, David Watson of Georgia, Clifford (Sandra) Watson of New London, and Wayne Watson of Baltimore, Md.; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters, Geneva Miller of Canton, Olive Straquadine of Columbus, and Dorcas Campbell of Byesville; and brothers, Richard Jackson of Ashland, Clarence Jackson of Greenwich, Lawrence Jackson of Cambridge, and Walter Jackson of Newcomerstown.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Pete Watson, whom she married in 1944; sister, Rosetta McFerrin; and brother, Charles Jackson.
Services were held Dec. 22, 2009, at Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home, Ashland, with Don Highman officiating. Burial was in Ashland County Memorial Park.
Online expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.dpkfh.com.
Family suggests contributions be made to Ashland Church of Christ, 1185 CR 1356, Ashland 44805.
