February 04, 2012
Robert R. Baldwin
February 24, 1918 - February 03, 2012
Services: February 06, 2012 11:00 AM
 Robert R. “Bob” Baldwin, 93, of Conneaut, died early Friday morning, February 3, 2012 at UH Conneaut Medical Center. He was born February 24, 1918 in Conneaut, and was the son of Tracy and Eleanor (Macbeth) Baldwin.
Bob had been employed with the Nickel Plate Railroad for 22 years. He had started with the railroad as a machinist, working his way to the maintenance supervisor. After many years with the railroad, Bob went to work at RMI for 25 years as a maintenance supervisor, retiring in 1983. He was a member of First United Methodist Church (now New Leaf) and had served as a church trustee for many years. He had been a member of the SPEBSQA Inc. 55, singing barbershop with the Erie Commodores Chorus for many years. Bob’s favorite hobbies included woodcarving, and designing and building things to use.
Survivors include his daughter Judith (David) McClain, of Brillion, WI; two sons, Robert T. (Nikki) Baldwin of Flagstaff, AZ, and Richard A. (Sheila) Baldwin of Tucson, AZ; two grandchildren, Tami (Mike) Pedersen and Daryl Ticknor; and two great-grandchildren, Zachary Pedersen and Lauren Pedersen
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Elizabeth “Betty” Baldwin in 2011; two sisters, Westana Stines and Bertha Stout; and his brother Dr. George Baldwin.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Monday, February 6th, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, with Pastor Jan Walsh, of New Leaf United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow in East Springfield Cemetery, East Springfield, PA.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 PM, Sunday, February 5, 2012, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Music fund of New leaf United Methodist Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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February 01, 2012
Helen Walli
October 24, 1918 - January 31, 2012
Services: February 04, 2012 11:00 AM
 Helen V. Walli, 93, died Tuesday morning, January 31, 2012 at UH Conneaut Medical Center. She was born in Ashtabula, OH, on October 24, 1918, and was the daughter of George and Sigrid (Kaarto) Ronberg
Helen was a hair stylist and had owned her own hair salon for many years. Though out her life, Helen enjoyed dancing, singing, reading, and poetry. She had been a past auxiliary member of the American Legion Cowle Post 151 in Conneaut.
Survivors include her caregiver and close friend, Judy Berridge of Conneaut,OH; her nieces, Rita (Koos) Keizer, of Washington State, Ruth Grebik of Detroit, MI; nephews, Robert (Sharon) Lampi of Indianapolis, IN, Ray Kulma of Fairport Harbor OH, John Kulma of Mentor, OH, and Rev. James (Toni) Kulma of Lakewood, OH; several great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband William Walli; two sisters, Ruth Oldham and Edna Kulma; and her brother Jonah Ronberg.
Graveside service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Edgewood Cemetery, State Rd, Ashtabula with her nephew Rev. James Kulma officiating.
At her request, there will be no calling hours observed.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Animal Protective League. Envelopes will be available at the cemetery and also at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, which has charge of arrangements.
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February 01, 2012
Ann Pratt Grant
September 16, 1913 - January 29, 2012
Services: February 03, 2012 11:00 AM
 Ann (Pratt) Grant, 98, of Conneaut, OH, died at her home Sunday afternoon, January 29, 2012. She was born September 16, 1913, in Buffalo, NY, and was the daughter of William J. and Ida (Dunlap) Pratt.
A Conneaut resident for most of her life, Ann retired March 12, 1981, as Clerk of Courts of the Conneaut Municipal Court. At the time of her retirement, she had the longest tenure, 40 years, as clerk of courts in the state. During that time, she served under Judge Applebee, Judge Lynn Richards, and Judge Jack Stolson.
She was a member of St. Mary/St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church where she volunteered for seven years doing clerical work, and was a member of C.D. of A. She also volunteered at the 50/50 Barn Thrift Shop for many years. She enjoyed genealogy and reading, and loved her family and animals.
Survivors include her immediate care givers, nieces Patricia A. (Mark) Dubinsky of Conneaut, Mary A. LaBounty of North Kingsville, OH, and nephew Andrew P. Grant of Conneaut. Also surviving are her brother-in-law Edgar Carroll of Conneaut; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Richard A. Grant in 1967 and her son Lt. Thomas R. Grant on January 28, 1966 who was the first Ashtabula County resident to be killed in Viet Nam. Also preceding her were three sisters, Elizabeth Carroll, Ardys Coe, and Jane Laughlin, and two brothers, Richard D. Pratt and John Pratt.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, February 3, at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 744 Mill St., Conneaut, OH, with Rev. Philip Miller officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut.
The family would like to express their gratefulness to Intrepid Home Health Care for their wonderful care and a special Thank You to nurse Mike.
No calling hours will be observed. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League or to the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes will be available at the church or at Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, which has charge of arrangements.
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January 20, 2012
Dorothy M. Tisdale
February 06, 1912 - January 18, 2012
Services: January 23, 2012 11:00 AM
 Dorothy Mae Tisdale, 99, of Ashtabula, OH, died Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at the Austinburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born February 6, 1912, in Geneva, OH, and was the daughter of Clayton and Bessie (Guest) Crandall.
An area resident most of her life, she moved to New Smyrna Beach, FL, in 1962, returning to Ashtabula in 2006. She had been employed at the former Conneaut Can Company, and Reliance Electric, and she and her husband Harley owned and operated Tisdale’s Harley Davidson in Ashtabula. She was formerly a member of the Scarlet Rangers Motorcycle Club, and enjoyed needlework, crocheting, traveling, and playing cards.
Survivors include her son James Tisdale of Ashtabula, OH; four daughters, Lois Powell of Ashtabula, OH, Joy Brindley of Edgewater, FL, Judy (Marland) Hakundy of Ashtabula, OH, and Susan Knighton of Edgewater, FL; 14 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Also surviving are her two sisters Marion Wheeler of Ashtabula, and Betty (Paul) Zumpft of Winter haven, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Harley Tisdale in 1970; a daughter Elizabeth Zanzig; two sisters Lottie Tisdale Phillips and Marvella Allen; and two brothers Howard and Robert Crandall.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 23, 2012, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with Rev. Jeffrey Stoll, pastor of Saybrook United Methodist Church, officiating. Following cremation, burial will take place in East Conneaut Cemetery.
There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.
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January 12, 2012
Ruth Anne Hall
November 11, 1942 - January 12, 2012
Services: January 14, 2012 04:00 PM
 Ruth Anne Hall, 69, of Monroe Township, OH, died early Thursday morning, January 12, 2012, at her home. She was born November 11, 1942, in Niagara Falls, NY, and was the daughter of Arthur and Beverly (Sherman) Bowman.
Prior to moving to Ohio, she lived in Orange County, Florida, where she was employed as a private investigator (one of the few female investigators in Florida) for Mal Colman, Inc. She enjoyed her job for 13 years.
She moved to Ohio in 1994 and enjoyed landscaping, gardening, socializing with friends, and practicing her Christian faith.
Survivors include her husband Jerry Hall whom she married in 1974; two daughters, Kelly (Russ) Seliga of Palm Court, FL, and Michelle (Michael) Williams of Waddy, KY; her son Jay (Carla) Curry of Huntsburg, OH; her mother Beverly Bowman of Wildwood, FL; two sisters Sharon (Larry) Bacon of Wildwood, FL, and Mary (Ralph) Anderalli of Wildwood, FL; her brother John (Ina) Bowman of Tupelo, MS; and seven grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, and two daughters Debbie Silverman and Cheryl Foy.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, January 14, 2012, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. Harry Pischura, pastor of New Life Assembly of God of Geneva, OH, officiating.
Following cremation, burial will take place in Kelloggsville Cemetery.
Calling hour will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 3 until the time of the service at 4:00. Memorial contributions may be made to the Conneaut Food Pantry. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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January 12, 2012
Bernard L. Johnston
April 13, 1935 - January 10, 2012
Services: January 14, 2012 11:00 AM
 Bernard L. “Bernie” Johnston, 76, of Conneaut, OH, died Tuesday morning, January 10, 2012, at University Hospital in Cleveland. He was born April 13, 1935, in Conneaut, the son of James and Nancy I. (Brady) Johnston.
A lifelong Conneaut resident, he served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Fort Mandan from 1952 – 1956. He was employed for a time at the Pittsburgh & Conneaut Dock Company and retired in 1998 from Foseco.
He enjoyed taking his 1968 Chrysler to cruise-ins, collecting die-cast cars, and traveling with his wife on their Gold Wing motorcycle. He loved being with the grandkids.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years Eva Lou (Hammond) whom he married December 30, 1966; two sons, Barry (Rendi) Johnston and Dale (Rachel) Johnston all of Conneaut; seven grandchildren, Jeffrey, Robert (Jessie), Nathan (Connie), Joshua, Amber, Brady, and Shelby Johnston; great grandchildren Tanner, A.J., and Gabriella due in February; his sister Marlene (Rev. Duane) Loomis of Conneaut; three brothers, Dewey (Cheryl) Johnston of Conneaut, David (Marge) Johnston of San Antonio, TX, and William “Bill” (Ginger) Johnston of West Springfield, PA; and nieces, nephews, and more distant relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son Anthony “Skip” Johnston.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 14, 2011, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. Les Bolen, pastor of Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, officiating. American Legion Cowle Post #151 will conduct military honors at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH.
Calling hours are on Friday at the funeral home from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 PM, and on Saturday morning from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at 11:00.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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January 10, 2012
Patricia A. Feathers
July 29, 1952 - January 08, 2012
Services: January 13, 2012 06:00 PM
 Patricia A. “Patty” Feathers, 59, of Conneaut, OH, died Sunday morning, January 8, 2012, at UH Conneaut Medical Center. She was born July 29, 1952, in Conneaut, the daughter of Elwin E. “Jim” and Edythe R. “Betty” (Weaver) Hazeltine.
A lifelong area resident, she was a 1971 graduate of Northwestern High School in Albion, PA. She was a state certified nurse’s assistant and was employed at Pleasant Ridge Manor West in Fairview, PA for 35 years. She was an avid animal lover, enjoying her cats and riding horses. She was also a big-time Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Survivors include her long–time companion Anthony Mostello; her son James R. Feathers of Conneaut; two grandchildren Casidy Maldonado and Gavin Hanft; three sisters Debra Theiss of Scottsdale, AZ, Pamela (Mark) Brady of Indianapolis, IN, and Sharon (Steve) Mitrovich of Conneaut; and two brothers Wallace E. Hazeltine and Gerald Hazeltine both of Conneaut.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother Dennis F. Hazeltine.
A Memorial Gathering will be held at 6:00 P.M., Friday, January 13, 2012, at the Marcy Family Center, 180 Harbor St. (Rt. 20), in Conneaut.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at the Family Center and at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, which has charge of arrangements.
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January 06, 2012
Connie S. Hopkins
January 04, 1949 - January 05, 2012
Services: January 08, 2012 04:00 PM
 Connie S. Hopkins, 63, of West Springfield, PA, died Thursday evening, January 5, 2012, at UP Hamot Medical Center in Erie, PA. She was born January 4, 1949, in Zanesville, OH, and was the daughter of the late Walter and Ruth (Ray) LePage.
She was a resident of West Springfield for the past 12 years after living with her family in Pucallpa, Peru, where she had been working with the Wycliffe Bible Translators.
Connie was employed as a Child Care Worker at the Erie First Assembly of God. She was a member of the Federated Church of East Springfield where she volunteered for the MOPS program. She was past president of the Conneaut, OH Garden Club, and was a member of the Life Skills Fellowship Group of Erie. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, volunteering, and doting on children.
Survivors include her husband Thomas W. Hopkins whom she married September 23, 1978; her son Seth E.T. and wife Shelley Hopkins of Lexington, KY her daughter Marcella “Marcie” Hopkins of Erie, PA;; three grandchildren, Jared, Caleb, and Rachel Hopkins; her brother Gene A. and wife Lois LePage of Rockport, IN; and more distant relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents who were farmers in Cumberland, OH, and a nephew Eugene T. LePage.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Federated Church in East Springfield, PA, at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, January 8, 2012, with Pastor Ed Huntley officiating.
Calling hours will be at the Church on Sunday from 2 PM until the time of the service at 4:00.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Mission Fund of the Federated Church. Envelopes will be available at the Federated Church Family Center and at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, which has charge of arrangements.
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January 04, 2012
Tammy Ann Henderson
September 24, 1966 - January 02, 2012
Services: January 07, 2012 11:00 AM
 Tammy Ann Henderson, 45, of West Springfield, PA, died Monday, January 2, 2012, at her winter home in Florida. She was born in Conneaut, OH, on September 24, 1966, a daughter of Robin Cowher Peterson and Jim Montgomery.
Tammy was an incredibly strong and loving daughter, sister, and mother. She’s truly one of a kind, unique, and to her grandparents, she was the best granddaughter anyone could ask for. She loved to paint, swim, and sew. Most of all she loved the country.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her companion William Sensabaugh and his children Josh Sensabaugh and Anna Sensabaugh both of West Springfield, PA; step-father Barry Cowher; daughters Tabitha Henderson of West Springfield and Brandy Henderson of Lake City, PA; her siblings Kim Thompson of Louisville, KY, Carlie Chamberlin of Springboro, PA, and Bummer Fiala of West Springfield, PA; and her grandparents Jean and Edward Peterson of Monroe Township, OH; as well as several other family members and close friends.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother Loraine Sabo; her aunts Shirley Peterson and Star Krueger, and Star’s son Eddie Krueger.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2012, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with Pastor Abe Edwards formerly of New Life Community Church in Fairview, PA, officiating. Burial will be in East Springfield Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Friends may call at the funeral home Friday evening from 6 to 8 PM. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Marcy Funeral Home, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH 44030. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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January 03, 2012
Esther W. Agey
April 16, 1917 - December 28, 2011
Services: January 04, 2012 11:30 AM
 Esther W. Agey, 94, of New Castle, IN, formerly of Conneaut, OH, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born April 16, 1917, in Elizabeth Township, PA, a daughter of the late Alfred and Blanche (Mansfield) Borowsky.
She was a 1935 graduate of Conneaut High School in Conneaut, OH. Esther was a member of Temple Baptist Church in New Castle. She enjoyed cross stitching, word search puzzles, wrestling, and reading her bible.
Survivors include three children: Esther Waydelis of New Castle, John Agey of Avondale, AZ, and Robert “Bob” Agey of New Castle; six grandchildren: Mark Nunisto of Kingsville, OH, Matthew Niinisto of West Chester, OH, Stephanie Agey of Avondale, AZ, Ashleigh Agey of Phoenix, AZ, Morgan Agey of Avondale, AZ, and Kelly Sweet of North Kingsville, OH; eight great grandchildren; four sisters: Ruth Bailey Gaines of Gainesville, FL, Alma Boser of Bath, NY, Twila McBride Morrison of North Kingsville, OH, and Lorraine Rath of League City, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John S. Agey, and a brother Alfred W. Borowsky.
Graveside service will be at 11:30 A.M., Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH, with the Rev. Jonathan Singer, pastor of First Baptist Church officiating.
Friends may call at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, on Wednesday morning from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M.
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January 03, 2012
Manola Emma Maria Moross
August 22, 1927 - January 01, 2012
Services: January 05, 2012 11:00 AM
 Manola Emma Maria Moross, 84, of Conneaut, OH, died Sunday afternoon, January 1, 2012, at UH Geauga Medical Center in Chardon, OH. She was born August 22, 1927 in Montecatini, Italy, and was the daughter of the late Quirino Angelo and Cesarini (Anichini) Benedetti.
She came to the United States on Nov. 24, 1947, and worked for a time at Rockwell Int’l. in Ashtabula. She was a member of St. Mary Church, the Cara Mia Club, T.O.P.S. Club, and the Moose Club. Her church and her family were very important to her and she enjoyed shopping and traveling.
Survivors include a daughter Denise (Christian) Van Hise of Bradenton, FL; four sons Richard (Gloria) Fair of Lebanon, OH, Gerald (Pat) Fair of Scranton, PA, Jeffrey (Lois) Fair of Albemarle, NC, and Timothy (B.J.) Fair of Lancaster, OH; 10 grandchildren, Amy Pond, Jonathan Fair, Rebekah Fair, Jason Fair, Melissa Barnes, Michelle Fair, Jay Fair, Justin Fair, Hannah Van Hise, and Matthew Van Hise; and three great grandchildren, Logan Pond, Braylon Pond, and Emma Koch.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Robert Moross; and her brother Alfredo Benedetti.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, January 5, 2012, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. Philip Miller, pastor of St. Mary/St., Frances Cabrini Churches, officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Conneaut, OH. Following the graveside service, a time of fellowship will be held at the Marcy Family Center, 180 Harbor St., Conneaut.
Calling hours will be on Thursday morning at the funeral home from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service at 11:00 A.M.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary/St. Frances Cabrini Church or to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
A memorial mass will be offered at St. Frances Cabrini Church at 8:00 AM, Tuesday, January 17, 2011.
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January 01, 2012
Margaret Ann Leehan
October 05, 1933 - December 30, 2011
Services: January 04, 2012 02:00 PM
 Margaret A. Leehan, age 78 of Ashtabula, Ohio passed into the loving arms of our Lord on Friday December 30, 2011 at The Coshocton County Memorial Hospital. Margaret was born October 5, 1933 in Kingsville, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late George E. Broughton and Ethel M. (Bush) Broughton.
She married Leonard L. Brzeczek in 1949; she was widowed on November 19, 1953. She married James E. Leehan on December 10, 1960; she was widowed on October 5, 2009.
Margaret attended school at Kingsville school. Mrs. Leehan retired from Bailey’s (Trans Plastics) of Conneaut, Ohio. She also worked at Molded Fiber Glass, managed the North Kingsville Lawson’s Store, sold real estate and was a receptionist at Ashtabula County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Margaret was a member of the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. She loved spending time with her family and friends, cooking, baking and crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her children: George L. & Carolyn Brzeczek of Helena, Ohio; Carl E. & Carolyn Brzeczek of Friendswood, Texas; David L. & Donna Brzeczek of Wendell, North Carolina; and two daughters; Carolyn S. & James Bresciani of Coshocton, Ohio; Sheila R. and Kenneth DiBell of Ashtabula, Ohio. Surviving grandchildren are; Cheryl & Paul Ward of Woodville, Ohio; Lori & John Harlach of Gibsonburg, Ohio; George “Mike” & Brandy Brzeczek of Woodville, Ohio; David Brzeczek of Wendell, North Carolina; Carleen & Phillip Cuevas, of Delta Junction, Alaska; Jordan Bresciani of Shindand, Afghanistan; Jacob & Jeremy Bresciani of Coshocton, Ohio: Shelby & Tiffani Hockenberry of Ashtabula, Ohio and eight great grandchildren. In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her brother Carl E. Broughton and grandchild Joseph C. Bresciani.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with Rev. Philip Miller of St. Mary/St. Frances Cabrini Churches officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH, at the convenience of the family.
Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 PM, Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
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December 31, 2011
Esther W. Agey
April 16, 1917 - December 28, 2011
Services: January 04, 2012 11:30 AM
 Esther W. Agey, 94, of New Castle, IN, formerly of Conneaut, OH, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born April 16, 1917, in Elizabeth Township, PA, a daughter of the late Alfred and Blanche (Mansfield) Borowsky.
She was a 1935 graduate of Conneaut High School in Conneaut, OH. Esther was a member of Temple Baptist Church in New Castle. She enjoyed cross stitching, word search puzzles, wrestling, and reading her bible.
Survivors include three children: Esther Waydelis of New Castle, John Agey of Avondale, AZ, and Robert “Bob” Agey of New Castle; six grandchildren: Mark Nunisto of Kingsville, OH, Matthew Niinisto of West Chester, OH, Stephanie Agey of Avondale, AZ, Ashleigh Agey of Phoenix, AZ, Morgan Agey of Avondale, AZ, and Kelly Sweet of North Kingsville, OH; eight great grandchildren; four sisters: Ruth Bailey Gaines of Gainesville, FL, Alma Boser of Bath, NY, Twila McBride Morrison of North Kingsville, OH, and Lorraine Rath of League City, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John S. Agey, and a brother Alfred W. Borowsky.
Graveside service will be at 11:30 A.M., Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH, with the Rev. Jonathan Singer, pastor of First Baptist Church officiating.
Friends may call at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, on Wednesday morning from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M.
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December 27, 2011
Ralph T. Eller
November 21, 1918 - December 20, 2011
Services:
 Ralph T. Eller, 93, of Conneaut, OH, died Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at University Hospital (UH) Medical Center, Conneaut. He was born November 21, 1918, in Ashtabula, OH, and was the son of Ralph G. (George) Eller and Elizabeth (Ylitalo) Eller.
A 1936 graduate and president of the senior class of Ashtabula High School (AHS), he attended Ohio State University (OSU). He was Master Counselor of DeMolay and member of the Rising Sun Lodge # 22. He was a charter member of the Toastmasters International Club of Ashtabula and a life member of the Disabled American Veterans of Ohio and the American Legion Post # 111 of Conway, SC. Mr. Eller earned honors overseas as a U.S. Army Sergeant during World War II in the Transportation Corps. After the war, he became a locomotive fireman, was promoted to a locomotive engineer in May 1948 and, in February 1978, retired from the Penn Central Railroad, now Conrail.
After retirement, Mr. Eller embraced a career of active volunteerism, with the First United Methodist Church (UMC) of Conway as Lay Leader and Evangelist; the Kiwanis Club; and the Conway Nursing Home. He taught a Bible class at the Mary Thompson Center for Seniors. Mr. Eller was a Charter Member, UMC Methodist Men in Conway. He was on the Board of Advisors, Salvation Army. He established the Spiritual Aims group of the Conway Kiwanis Club and the first Kiwanis prayer breakfast at that location. In addition, Mr. Eller taught the Laubach Literacy International System of reading to young adults and was a member of the Hut Bible Class. After moving to Conneaut in 1998, the Ellers joined the First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) where he taught the Adult Sunday School class and served on the Diaconate. In addition, his family knew him as an enthusiastic gardener and woodcrafter.
Survivors include his wife Maryalice (Hall) Fuller Eller whom he married October 25, 1969; his sister Frances (Al) Escherich; his children, John T. (Sandra) Eller, Suellen Eller, James R. (Margaret) Eller, and William A. (Helen) Eller; his step-children, Jean Eddy Fuller, Charles T. (Jane) Fuller, William B. (Patricia) Fuller; and James A. (Ann) Fuller; grandchildren Jonna (Todd) Grenier, Laurie (Robert) Coppola, Christine (Brian) Ressler, Timothy Eller, Katrina Eller, and Catherine (Mike) Klokow; step-grandchildren, Dr. Christian (Sky) Fuller, Dr. Anna (Dr. Stephen) Tedeschi, Scott (Jessica) Fuller, Chad (Jill) Fuller, Casey (Mike) Christierensson; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ruth Fortune Eller, two sisters, Ferne Fleming and Louise Doolittle, his stepson David A. (Andrew) Fuller and his grandson Mikal W. (William) Eller.
A memorial service will be held in the Spring of 2012 at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, Main and Buffalo Sts., Conneaut, OH, 44030 with the Pastor Joyce Shellhammer officiating. Memorial gifts for the church’s Youth Fund are welcomed, as Mr. Eller was keenly interested in seeing the next generation grow in faith.
A private graveside service will take place in Ridgeview Cemetery, Ashtabula, OH. The Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH has been entrusted with the services. A guestbook can be signed at www.marcyfuneralhome.com.
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December 21, 2011
Mary Canatsey
June 15, 1919 - December 15, 2011
Services: December 22, 2011 11:00 AM
 Mary Alice Canatsey, 92, of West Farmington, Ohio, died early Thursday morning, December 15, 2011 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital. She was born June 15, 1919 in Conneaut, Ohio, and was the daughter of Harry and Bernice (Chapman) Gleason.
Mrs. Canatsey was a nurse with the United States Army serving during World War II. She was an instructor of nursing at Trumbull Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, a school nurse for Warren Harding High School and also a teacher for Champion and Southington School Systems.
She was Presbyterian by faith and enjoyed camping, pinochle, reading, puzzles, gardening, and bird watching.
Survivors include her daughter, Janet Canatsey, with whom she made her home in West Farmington, Ohio; her son, Roger (Diane) Canatsey also of West Farmington, Ohio; three grandchildren, Rachel, Michelle, and Ryan.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dr. George “Doug” Canatsey in 1993; and two brothers, Harry C. Gleason and George “Bud” Gleason.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio with Rev. Jan Walsh, minister of New Leaf United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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December 19, 2011
Rev. Donald Matthews
October 22, 1924 - December 17, 2011
Services: December 22, 2011 11:00 AM
 Rev. Donald Matthews, 87, of Conneaut, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday afternoon, December 17, 2011. He was born October 22, 1924 in Flint, Michigan, and was the son of Paul Doran and Ruth (Carr) Matthews.
After high school, Rev. Matthews enlisted in the United States Army serving during WWII. He then attended Central Bible College earning his bachelor’s degree in ministry. Rev. Matthews had pastored for more than 60 years; pastoring in Miller, MO, Shelby, MI, Sturgis, MI, Detroit, MI, Port Huron, MI, Conneaut, OH, Niagara Falls, NY, and Warren, OH. After his retirement, he served as Interim Pastor in various congregations. In his late 70’s, he began one of the most satisfying ministries of his life, volunteering with Pastoral Care at the Lake Erie Correctional Institute. He did this for over 9 years. He genuinely loved the men he ministered to.
Rev. Matthews enjoyed reading, traveling, metal detecting, reading political cartoons, and jogging. He was such an avid jogger that he enlisted in a program at the Port Huron, Michigan YMCA keeping track of his miles. He jogged 2,794 miles, which would have been enough to go across the United States. His main passion was pastoring and visiting with people. For the last 3 years, he has lovingly cared for his wife since her stroke.
Survivors include his wife, Joy Matthews, whom he married August 13, 1949; his son, Donald ( Kathy) Matthews of Indianapolis, IN; two daughters, Marilyn (Terry) Dean, of Springfield, MO, and Beth (Dennis) Rigden, of Conneaut; sisters, Jean Nichols, Margret Kidder, Marylin Poehl, Mildred Haack, and Dorothy Taylor; his brothers, Doran Matthews, Ernest Gossel, and Max Gossel; grandchildren, Amy (Kevin) Ott, of Santa Barbara, CA, Rebekah Matthews, of Boston, MA, Krystal Matthews, Of Baltimore, MD, and Alyssa (Tyler) Bream, of Cleveland, OH; and on great granddaughter on the way, to be born in February, Baby Lucy Ott.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother Edward Matthews.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the First Assembly of God Church, 389 West Main Rd., Conneaut, with Rev. George Fink officiating, assisted by Rev. Larry Albanese, and Rev. Jerald Poehl. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville, OH, with full military honors provided by the American Legion Cowle Post 151.
Friends may call at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 PM.
Contributions may be made to Gideons International. The Gideons provide free Bibles across the world. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and also at the church.
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December 17, 2011
Frances Case
May 01, 1948 - December 10, 2011
Services:
 Frances L. Case, age 63, formerly of Conneaut, Ohio, passed away Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home, Kingsville.
Born on May 1, 1948, in Ivanhoe, Va., she was the daughter of the late Frank and Agnes (Shinault) Paris Sr. and was a resident of Ashtabula County most of her adult life.
Frances was a press operator at Baileys in Conneaut.
She enjoyed quilting, collecting Mickey Mouse items and most of all, spending time with her family.
Survivors include her children, Robert Case and Tammy Powers, both of West Virginia, and Brenda Leann Jones of Ohio; siblings, Loretta Lynton of Texas, Betty McCarthey of Arizona, Mike Paris of Atlanta, Ga., Don Paris of Texas, Steve Paris and Mary Standy, both of Ohio, and Anita Santiago and James Paris, both of Ohio; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Frank Paris Jr., James E. Paris and Timothy E. Paris.
There will be no services at her request.
Memorial contributions may be made to MARCY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, Ohio 44030.
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December 17, 2011
LeRoy F. Stevens
February 18, 1925 - December 14, 2011
Services:
 LeRoy F. Stevens, 86, of Conneaut, died Wednesday evening, December 14, 2011 at Saybrook Landing in Ashtabula, OH. He was born February 18, 1925 in Albion, PA, and was the son of George and Aleta (Shaffer) Stevens
After High School, LeRoy enlisted in the United States Army serving during World War II. He then was employed as a press operator for the Astatic Corporation in Conneaut, retiring in 1990.
LeRoy was a life member of the American Legion Cowle Post 151 in Conneaut. He enjoyed watching his favorite TV shows, gardening, and being with his family. LeRoy was active in many organizations when his kids were young.
Survivors include three sons, Dennis (Betty) Stevens of Painesville, OH, Leon (Patricia) Stevens of Ashtabula, OH, and Gordon (Caroline Parker) Stevens, of Conneaut; 5 grandchildren, Kelly Butler, Karey Edwards, Shannon Stevens, Tami Basron, and Kristi Stevens; and 2 great-grandchildren, Saranya Basran, and Carleigh Edwards.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Dorothy (Smith) Stevens in 2004; and his brother Norman Stevens.
A private service will be held with entombment in Greenlawn Memory Gardens.
Contributions may be made to the Activities Fund at Saybrook Landing. Envelopes will be available at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, which has charge of arrangements.
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December 07, 2011
Aprile R. Phipps
April 18, 1956 - December 04, 2011
Services: December 09, 2011 11:00 AM
 Aprile R. Phipps, 55, of Kingsville, OH, died Sunday morning, December 4, 2011, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH. She was born April 18, 1956, in Conneaut, OH, and was the daughter of E. Douglas and Marian (Sellers) Briggs.
Aprile was a social worker and retired five years ago from Childrens Services. She enjoyed reading and listening to Rock and Roll music.
Survivors include two daughters, Lisa (Bob) Mercer of Mentor, OH, and Amanda (Brian) Starkey of Conneaut, OH; her mother Marian Briggs of Conneaut, OH; two sisters, Judy Puls of Arizona and Alynn Gillespie of Twinsburg, OH; two brothers, Michael Briggs of Ashtabula, OH, and Gene Zappitelli of Bowling Green, OH; five grandchildren, Seth Mercer, Cameron Mercer, Peyton Mercer, Landon Starkey, and Alayna Starkey.
She was preceded in death by her father in 1993; and a son Michael Phipps in 2006.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, December 9, 2011, at the Marcy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH, with the Rev. Jonathan Singer, pastor of First Baptist Church, officiating.
There will be no calling hours observed.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Sign the guestbook at www.marcyfuneralhome.com.
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