All Obituaries

Steven A. Kahler, 63, of Conneaut, born June 16, 1957 the first son to Robert W. and Betty R. (Boggs) Kahler, passed away November 25, 2020 with his brother by his side at UH Geauga Hospital after a short battle with a very aggressive cancer. Steven was a 1975 graduate of Conneaut High School and the Ashtabula County J.V. S. (masonry trades.)  After completing his education, Steven, in keeping with family tradition, joined the United States Navy. He proudly served aboard the U.S.S....

Our beloved Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, and Friend, Gordon M. “Cap” Griffey, 94, a life-long resident of West Springfield, PA went to heaven Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Manchester Commons.  He was born in Conneaut, Ohio on April 18, 1926, the son of Jay and Lois (Joiner) Griffey.  Cap graduated from West Springfield High School in 1944. After graduation he went to work for his father at Griffey’s General Store.  Following his...

Alfred R. “Richard” Boeson, (Lewicki) 87, of Conneaut, passed away Tuesday evening, November 17, 2020 at his home. He was born July 21, 1933 in Erie, PA, the son of Alfred and Helen (Deminski) Boeson. Richard graduated from Academy High School in Erie in 1951.  Following high school he enlisted in the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge, he graduated from Edinboro University with a BS degree and began his teaching career.  He completed graduate work in...

Phillip J. McCumber, 66, of Kingsville, passed away Wednesday November 11, 2020 at UH Geauga Hospital. He was born September 22, 1954 in Conneaut, the son of Carl and Vera (Waldo) McCumber. Phillip liked drinking coffee, eating, loved balloons, and hanging with his family, but most of all, he simply enjoyed life. Survivors include his brothers Kennith (Lois) McCumber, Roy (Sally) McCumber, Arther McCumber, Earnie McCumber, and Gerald McCumber; his sisters Dorla Thompson, and Phyllis...

Maryann Nunisto, 78, of Kingsville, passed away Sunday November 15, 2020. She was born March 15, 1942 in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, the daughter of Seal and Ada (Roat) Morse. Maryann was a member of the Amboy United Methodist Church, the Conneaut Eagles Lodge, and the Conneaut Moose Lodge. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, playing Phase 10, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Gene Nunisto whom she married December 10, 1987; her...

Joe A. Chapin, 54, of West Springfield, PA, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Hamot Medical Center in Erie following an accident. He was born November 15, 1965 in Andover, OH, the son of Bob Culver and Ruthann McCullough. Joe was a self-employed logger and enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles, doing horse pulls and attending horse shows, but most of all he loved spending time being “Poppy” to his beloved grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Becky Chapin whom...

Mildred “Millie” Richards, 92, passed away Saturday November 7, 2020 at University Hospital in Cleveland.  She was born June 10, 1928 in Conneaut, she was the daughter of Jacob & Maria (Kuivinen) Kultti. Millie graduated from Rowe High School in 1946 where she was class secretary and organized class reunions. She belonged to the Women of Finnish Heritage and Bonanza Card Club for forty years. She loved music of all kinds. Watching the Cleveland Indians and The...

Michael Gray, 62, of North Kingsville passed away Thursday November 5, 2020 at Cleveland Clinic.  He was born July 20, 1958 in Erie, PA.  He was the son of Donald & Elsie (Major) Gray. He worked for Great Lakes Automation as an Industrial Electrician. Michael belonged to Church of God in Conneaut, He volunteered for the Edinboro Fire Department in his early years.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and going to their activities; hunting, fishing, trapping, drag...

Rickie Noble, 62, of Conneaut, passed away Thursday morning, October 29, 2020 at UH Conneaut Medical Center. He was born September 12, 1958 in Ashtabula, the son of Press and Vicie (Neace) Noble. Rickie worked for General Aluminum as a finisher and press operator. He was a member of the Conneaut Church of God. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spotting deer, was a member of the NRA, and was a true outdoorsman. Survivors include his wife Darlene (Greenfield) Noble of Conneaut; his daughter...

Craig F. Kennedy, 63, of Monroe Twp., passed away Friday November 6, 2020 at his home. He was born June 29, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Donald and Helen (Lockner) Kennedy. Craig worked for Millennium in the Maintenance Department.  He enjoyed tinkering with motors, going to swap meets, flea markets, and loved his horses and dogs, and spending time with his family. Craig was a good hearted gentleman and always willing to give a helping...