Previously Listed Point & Shoreland Journal Obituaries 2010
Previously Listed Point & Shoreland Journal Obituaries 2010
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CECILE AYERS Alan “AJ” Siek, 71, of Point/Shoreland Community, died Saturday, August 21, 2010, in The Toledo Hospital. He was born in Toledo, in 1938, to Larry and Mercedes (Momminee) Siek. He worked as a systems engineer for IBM, retiring in 1992 after 36 years of employment. He was a founding member and past commodore of North Cape Yacht Club; a ham radio operator at the age of 14 with the call numbers W8OKO, and an avid sail boat racer. He and his wife, Hilma, left North Cape Yacht Club and the shelter of the Great Lakes in 1994 to fulfill his dream of living in the Caribbean. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Hilma (Brown) Siek; children, Cathy (Tom) Boller, Marti (Chuck) Turney, and Peter (Andrea) Siek; grandchildren, Nick, Jamie, Sam, Kristi, Stephanie, Gretchen, Matt, and Jason; sisters, Pat Tuller and Mary Jo (Allen) Davis. A memorial service was held Wednesday, August 25, at the North Cape Yacht Club, LaSalle, Michigan. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, Greater Toledo Area Chapter, 3100 West Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43606 or North Cape Yacht Club Sailing School, 11850 Toledo Beach Road, La Salle, Michigan, 48145. Barbara Finsel Zoltanski died Thursday, August 20, 2010. She was born in Fostoria, Ohio, in 1929, to Ralph and Helen (Hoffbauer) Finsel. She received her bachelor’s degree in teaching in 1952, from St. Mary of the Springs College for Women, in Columbus. She taught first grade in one of the last remaining four-room schoolhouses in rural Ohio. Throughout the course of her life, Mrs. Zoltanski honored her family heritage of service through international and local concerns. She reached beyond her community to raise awareness and generate funds to support special needs children in developing countries, with a particular interest in Guatemala. She involved her local community to respond to the plight of the Chernobyl disaster, working to supply safe food to families. She promoted cultural exchange that fostered understanding and peace, welcoming international students and Asian educators to reside in her family home. On a local level, her efforts resulted in the first federally-funded hot lunch program at her community elementary school, the establishment of publicly provided transportation for faith-based schools in Lucas County, and the preservation of Maumee Valley historic structures. She was concerned with the needs of Toledo central city children, where she was a volunteer teacher. Mrs. Zoltanski served meals at St. Francis De Sales soup kitchen and drove a door-to-door bread route delivering to families in need. An accomplished pianist, throughout her life with her husband and many children, Mrs. Zoltanski routinely visited the elderly, sick and local nursing homes to play the piano and read poetry. A lifelong student of American history, particularly the Civil War and the Maumee River Valley, Mrs. Zoltanski shared her knowledge via a weekly newspaper column in the Maumee Herald. Trail Lore chronicled Ohio history and documented stories of local residents and their place in regional events. Mrs. Zoltanski was affiliated with the Ohio Dominican University Alumni Association, the League of Women Voters, the American Association of University Women, where she was president of the investment group, Foundation for Life, Heartbeat of Toledo and the Auxiliary of the Little Sisters of the Poor. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Attorney Edward Zoltanski; children, Teresa Zoltanski, Esq., Cecilia Zoltanski Ross, Mary Zoltanski DeWitt, Thomas Edward, Stephen John, Peter Joseph, Helen Zoltanski, Monica Zoltanski, Esq., Joan Zoltanski Karabogias, M.D.; grandchildren, and siblings, Mildred Naderer, Mary Gabel, Charles Finsel. She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Francis, and her siblings, Ursula Maciejewski, Catherine Knopp and Norman Finsel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, August 26, at 11 a.m., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 104 West Broadway Street, Maumee. Arrangements were made by the Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mark Francis Zoltanski Tuition Assistance Fund, which benefits students at St. Joseph’s School with special and financial needs. Contributions may be directed to St. Joseph’s Church, 104 West Broadway, Maumee, Ohio 43537. Robert R. “The Reverend” Badman, 66, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 14, 2010. He resided in the Point Place/Shoreland area all of his life. He enjoyed playing the piano, sailing, ice boating, Ohio State Football, and spending time with family and friends. Mr. Badman was a 1962 graduate of Woodward High School. He served in the Army National Guard of Ohio-583rd Military Police Co. He was a lifetime member of the Toledo Ice Yacht Club and a member of Jolly Roger Sailing Club for 50 years. He worked for many years at Jones Transfer in Toledo and, before retiring, was a realtor with Noral Realty Company. Mr. Badman is survived by his wife of 42 years, Linda (Mercurio) Badman; sons, Bob (Kathy) Jr., Tim and Bryan; daughter, Tammy; grandchildren, Alexis, Brock, Cameron and Blake; nieces and nephews, John, Jeff, Amy, Jamie, Tanya, James, Michael, Sharon, Sherry and Shelly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Elizabeth “Betty” (Heller) Badman, and brother, Denny. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 19, at Messiah Lutheran Church, with the Rev. James VanBrussel officiating. Interment was private. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, 4703 North Summit Street, Toledo, Ohio 43611, or Mustard Seed, 5420 302nd Street, Toledo, Ohio 43611. Ann D. (Bella) Palenske, 80, of the Point and Shoreland community, died Tuesday, August 17, 2010, in her home. She was born to Joseph and Lizzebet Bella on December 19, 1929, in Northwood, Ohio. She was the youngest of eight children born to the Hungarian immigrants. Ms. Palenske has resided in Shoreland for the past 55 years. She retired as an LPN from the former Riverside Hospital in 1991. Prior to that, she had worked at LOF and Toledo Scale. She is a member of New Hope Lutheran Church, enjoyed crafting, making costumes for the cement geese and attending craft shows. She also had attended NWOLPN, was a member of the Point Place Quilters, North Toledo Arrow Club and New Hope Ladies Guild. True to her Hungarian heritage, she enjoyed cooking and baking for all the family birthday parties where she baked her famous carrot cake. She co-started Girl Scouts and made cheerleading outfits for the Shoreland girls in the 1960s. She was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Richard Palenske; daughters, Cathy Mutchler, Deb McDowell, Susan Miller; grandchildren, Lisa (R.J. Wisniewski) McDowell, Vanessa (Jeff) Geiger, Matthew (Kelly) Mutchler, Tara (Eric) Allore, David McDowell, Gregory (Lisa Syroka) Mutchler; great - grandchildren, Josie, Allison, Nick, Lindsay, Jake, Ryan, Madison, Logan and Lukas; sister, Elizabeth McCarthy; sisters-in-law, Margaret Willson and Gertrude Bella, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph, Alex, John and Frank; sisters, Helen Bratt and Judy Reynolds, and son-in-law, Jeff Mutchler. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 21, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Christopher White officiating. Interment was private. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Ronald McDonald House, 1600 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104- 1700. James R. Topel Sr., of the Point Shoreland community, died Sunday, August 15, 2010, in the home of his son, James Jr. in Sterling, Virginia. He was born in Fremont, Ohio, on September 8, 1935, to Carl and Josephine (Stachowiak) Topel. Mr. Topel was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and a past member of St. Joseph Church in Fremont, and the National Guard of Fremont. He worked for more than 30 years before retiring from Jeep Corp., and was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the Ohio National Guard. He is survived by his son, James (Anne) Topel Jr. of Sterling, and brother, Carlton Topel of Mason, Ohio. Funeral services were held Friday, August 20, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with Deacon Joe Malenfant officiating. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) by calling 1-800- 628-0028. MICHAEL GERRIE RANDY MYRICE DONALD SCHAFER SR. VIVIAN WESTENDORF JANICE BROCK JUANITA LEWIS MARY RUDES-CONDON HELEN STRIBRNY DAVID EDWARDS Glen J. Winland, 90, of Point Place, died Thursday, July 15, 2010, while in St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. He was born in Rayland, Ohio, in 1920. He worked for Associated Truck Lines for 30 years, retiring in 1980. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing. Mr. Winland is survived by his son, Raymond (Candy Winland); granddaughter, Sonya Lutz; great-grandson, Hunter; sister, Mae Panepucci, and special friends, Charlotte Fox and Renee Brewer. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard, in 1974. Visitation was held Sunday, July 18, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Funeral services and interment were private. Memorial contributions may be made to an organization of the donor’s choice.
Eugene Joseph “Joe” Beaudoin Jr. died Sunday, July 11, 2010, in his home. He was born on December 20, 1947, to Bonnie Jean (Barnhart) and Eugene Beaudoin Sr. in Toledo, and lived in Point Place/North End his entire life. He attended Edgewater Elementary and Point Place Junior High School, then moved to Suder Avenue and attended Whitmer schools. He worked for Midwest Finishing Products, Ottawa Lake, Michigan, until it closed. He had previously worked at Toledo Spring on North Cove and Rolled Alloys in Erie, Michigan. He was an usher at the University of Toledo football and basketball games and special events. He was an avid Rocket fan and Ohio State Football fan. He enjoyed boating, fishing and camping. Mr. Beaudoin was an avid bingo player in Point Place and East Broadway. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Marsha; sons, Kevin and Brian; brothers, Dan (Faye) and Greg (Pam); sister, Kathy (Randy) Spohn; father-inlaw, Chester Pfaff, and sisters- in-law, Cindy Pfaff- Baum and Nadine Pfaff. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Larry Pfaff, and mother-inlaw, Sofie (Mazur) Pfaff. Funeral services were held Friday, July 16, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. James Van Brussel officiating. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the University of Toledo or to an organization of the donor’s choice. Nancy Jo Horn, 60, died Thursday, July 8, 2010, at home. She was born in Toledo, to Billy and Pauline (Bailey) Gullion. She worked for United Airlines for 41 years. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Robert; daughter, Billie Jo; sisters, Linda (Doug) Sibbersen and Peggy (Philip) LaZette, and grandchild, Briley. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Larry. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. JUNE MARKWOOD Jeffery “Jeff” Alan Braden, 58, of Perrysburg, died Thursday, July 1, 2010, in St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born to John and Josephine (Welty) Braden on July 26, 1951, in Toledo. He was a personnel consultant for Renhill for many years. He also was the owner/operator of the Huron Market. Mr. Braden was an avid fan of the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, Josephine “Jo” Braden-Meyer; siblings, Jackie Reno, Joe (Annette) Braden, Patty (Bob) Alexander and Melinda Braden; 12 nieces and nephews; 24 great-nieces and great-nephews, and special friend, Sue Keeling- Old. He was preceded in death by his father, John Braden, in 1965, and brother, Douglas Braden, in 1988. A memorial service to celebrate of Mr. Braden’s life was held Saturday, July 10, at Zoar Lutheran Church, Perrysburg, with the Rev. Ann Marshall officiating. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Jeff Matney, 50 of Point Place, died June 15, 2010, at St. Ann’s. He was born and raised in Toledo, and a life-long resident of Point Place. He was a 1977 graduate of Woodward High School. Mr. Matney enjoyed fishing, horse racing at Race Way Park, spending time at Cullen Park in Point Place watching the ships and other boaters. He also enjoyed music, playing his guitar and spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his mother, Dolly; brothers, Jerry and Tim; sisters, Kathy and Karen; nieces, Amanda, Ashley and Cierra, and nephew, Bryce. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Matney. The family will be having a private ceremony. STELLA RAWLINS OMA GARNER Alice L. Henry, 81, of Toledo, and formerly of Leavittsburg, Ohio, died Monday, June 28, 2010, in Toledo. She was born October 2, 1928, in Lordstown, Ohio, to John and Phyllis Powell-Ferry. She graduated in 1946 from Fowler High School. She married Raymond Henry on April 18, 1953. She was a member of the Leavittsburg Church of the Nazarene. She was a notary public with the State of Ohio for more than 30 years and also worked for three years as a deputy registrar with the State of Ohio Motor Vehicle. She was a past treasurer and member since 1984 of TOPS Leavittsburg Chapter #1353. In her earlier years, she sang and played the guitar in a local band. Ms. Henry enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, watching NASCAR racing, especially Jeff Gordon, and Jeopardy. She is survived by her daughters, Marjorie (John) Webster of Twinsburg, Ohio, Darlene (Michael) Martin of El Dorado Hills, California, Phyllis Shepherd of Leavittsburg, Debbie (Mark) Stishan of Warren, and Gloria (Gary) Stishan of Champions Gate, Florida; son, Thurman (Amy) Henry of Toledo; 14 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; sister, Violet Speelman of Pennsylvania, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; brother, Dwight Ferry; sister, Ila Sprankle; half brothers, Alton and Denton Ferry, and son-inlaw, Robert Shepherd. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 3, in the Leavittsburg Nazarene Church, Leavittsburg. Interment was in Pine Knoll Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Carl W. Hall Funeral Service, Inc., Warren, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. CHARLOTTE MOTTER MARY PARTIN-WILLARD MARILYN VANDOCK Marvin L. Myers, 70, died Monday, June 14, 2010, in St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. He was born to George and Pearl (Wheeler) Myers in Toledo. He worked as a carpenter for many years for Schlaghter/Nauman before retiring. He served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Myers was a member of the American Legion Pond Post #99, the North Toledo Arrow Club and enjoyed fishing, golfing and going to casinos with his cousins. He is survived by his daughter, Gina Myers; grandchildren; mother, Pearl Myers; sister, Marlene (Monte) Flemmings, and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, George Myers and daughter, Rebecca Myers. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 19, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Darlene Fugate officiating. Interment was in Forest Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation. Virginia Elizabeth Mlotzek, 86, of the Point/Shoreland community, died Saturday, June 12, 2010. She was born to Albert and Renie (Ainsworth) Brightman in Toledo. She belonged to the Christian Fellowship Church in Erie, Michigan, for many years. She taught Sunday school and played the organ at church and also held Bible study groups in her home. She also taught ceramics, was treasurer at both St. John the Baptist School and J. Schur School Mothers Clubs and also was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader over the years. She also cooked for the Ursuline Sisters of St. John’s. Ms. Mlotzek is survived by her children, Barbara (Jerry) Owens, Joanne Miller, Patricia (Bill) Wagener, John (Cathy) Mlotzek and James Mlotzek; grandchildren, Joseph (Sandra) Owens, Jeffrey (Joni) Owens, Sandra Owens, Lori (Chris) Tober, Dawn (Jim) Russell, Raymond Miller, Kelly Pendrey, Tracy (Phil) Kowyna, Ronnie (Tommy) Wolfe and Ryan Mlotzek; 16 great-grandchildren; sister- in-law, Janice Brightman, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, in 1979. She also was preceded in death by her granddaughter and her husband, Jenny (Rob) Melton, and brothers, Theodore and Francis Brightman. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 17, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Don Klicko officiating. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to NODC (Northwestern Ohio Development Center) or the American Heart Association. CHARLES LARGE Jeannine A. Gauthier, 81, of Point Place, died Saturday, June 12, 2010, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Perrysburg Center. She was born in Toledo, to Leo and Irene (Drouillard) Nagel. She sang for many years as a youngster for radio on WSPD for the Uncle Jules radio program during the 1930s and 1940s. She continued singing throughout her years at Central Catholic High School in their operettas. She worked for many years at the Bureau of Unemployment for the State of Ohio then for seven years at Dana Corporation as an employment specialist in the human resource department. She enjoyed reading and gardening. Mrs. Gauthier is survived by her husband of 45 years, John Gauthier; daughters, Mary (Sherry) Wening, Kimberly (Joey) Maros, and Laura Juhasz; brother, Scott (Anne) Nagel, seven nieces and nephews, along with her extended family, Tom and April Hanus and their children, Brandon, Colton and Drew. A Scripture Service was held Tuesday, June 15, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass was held Wednesday, June 16, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, with Father Gerald Chmiel officiating. Interment was private. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Dorothy M. Fulmer, 91, of Toledo, died Sunday, June 13, 2010, while at the Lutheran Home at Toledo. She was born in 1919, in Toledo, to John and Ila (Bramsch) Moll. She worked for four years in the office for Roose & Co., and was a homemaker. She also was a life member of Salem Lutheran Church and Altar Guild. She is survived by her son, William (Beth) Fulmer; grandchildren, Jill Haar, Erika (Clint) Cole and Jeremy (Annie) Fulmer U.S.N.; son-in-law, Marvin Haar, and great-grandchildren; Taylor and Hannah Fulmer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter; daughter, Judith Haar; brother, James Moll, and sister-in-law, June Moll. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 17, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Howard Abst officiating. Interment was in Toledo Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Salem Lutheran Church, 1125 North Huron Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604. Lucille M. “Lu” Egan died Sunday, June 13, 2010. at the Toledo Hospital. She was born on September 2, 1925, to Joseph and Marie (Majewski) Aumiller in Toledo. She married William Egan on February 15, after dating for only two weeks. She was homemaker who enjoyed cooking and baking, and watching her afternoon “stories” on television. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, William Egan Sr.; children, Dinny (Jerry) Stopera, Dick (Mary Ann) Egan, Tim (Debbie) Egan, Patti Russell, Shawn Egan, Billy Egan Jr., and Jennifer (John) Hart; 19 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren, and sister, Phyllis Madden. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph and Malven Aumiller, and granddaughter, Vickie. A recitation of the Rosary was held Thursday, June 17, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin in the funeral home on Friday, June 18, with a prayer service, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Hedwig Catholic Church. Interment was private. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Hedwig Catholic Church. William Charles Caselton, 91, of Toledo, died June 11, 2010, at St. Vincent’s Hospital. He was born on August 23, 1918, to Myrtle and William Caselton in his maternal grandmother’s home in Woodville, Ohio. Mr. Caselton was a lifelong resident of Point Place. He graduated from Point Place High School in 1936. He joined the United Church of Christ in 1936, when it was known as Point Place Congregational Church. He remained a member of the church throughout his life. He married Anne Perry on March 26, 1938. They recently celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary. Mr. Caselton took a position at Strong Electric in 1940. He retired in 1983 after 43 years of service and many contributions in the engineering department of the company. He was an active, contributing member of the Point Place community. He treasured the community’s unique shore side beauty and the close-knit feeling of its neighborhoods. As a youth, he learned to sail and fish, avocations that he pursued throughout his life and shared with family and friends. He was committed to promoting the pleasure and camaraderie of sailing and helped to build the Jolly Roger Sailing Club in 1946. He is survived by his wife, Anne; grandson, Chad Kelsey; nieces, Jacqueline (Clint) Page and Carolyn (Talbert) Spence; nephews, Stephen Caselton and Jerry (Sharon) Schultz. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Lindsey; sister, Ruth Schultz, and brother, Melvin Caselton. Funeral services were held Friday, June 18, at Point Place United Church of Christ, with the Rev. Candace Thomas officiating. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Point Place United Church of Christ, or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Edwin M. “Keetsie” Durfey, 73, of north Toledo, died unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. He was born in 1937, in Toledo, to McKinley and Nora (Shinivar) Durfey. He served his country while in the Army. He was a 1954 graduate of Woodward High School. Mr. Durfey belonged to the Moose Lodge #1579, Outing Unlimited, was a life member of North Toledo Arrow Club, F.O.E. Aerie 197, and the United States Bowling Congress. He enjoyed fishing for walleye and perch at Indian River and at Coldwater, Michigan. He is survived by his daughter, Cindy (William) Dudley; special friend, Nancie Durfey; grandchildren, Marty (Heidi) Durfey and Roxanne (Joshua) Mohn; great-grandchildren, Natalie, and twins, Allysen and Avah Mohn; daughter-inlaw, Leticia Durfey of Texas; sister, Velma Barbara, and brothers, Robert Durfey and Fred (Sue) Durfey. He was preceded in death by his son, Keith Durfey, and brothers, Don and Jack Durfey. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 6, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Robert Noble officiating. Interment was private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Karl E. Guth, 70, died Thursday, June 3, 2010, in his Point Place residence of 47 years. He was born in Toledo, to Orville and Mildred (Kreutzpeintner). He served his country in the United States Army. Mr. Guth worked for 30 years for G.M. Hydromatic, retiring in 1991. A NASCAR and racing enthusiast, he enjoyed spending time up north in the woods and spending time with his family. Mr. Guth is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mary Ellen (Kellermeier); sons, Jeffrey, John (Tammy), Mark (Connie), and Matthew (Rhiannon) Guth; grandchildren, Emily, Alyssa, Bobby, Samantha, and Sydney; brother, David; sisters, Sharon (Al) and Gloria (Jim). He was preceded in death by his grandson, Stephen Guth. Funeral services were held Monday, June 7, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with Father Gerald Chmiel officiating. Interment was in Restlawn Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to any cancer society and charities in Mr. Guth’s memory. Barbara C. Henzler, 82, of north Toledo, died Sunday, May 30, 2010, while in Point Place Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Toledo, to Herbert and Ethel (Reed) Parks in 1928. She worked as a decorator for Libby Glass then chose to be a homemaker. She later worked as general help at Henzler Print Shop. She was a devoted fisherman and enjoyed spending time at a cottage at Marble Lake. Her travels were extensive throughout the United States. She also enjoyed playing bingo, crocheting, and nature. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Fred Henzler; children, John (Theresa) Hissa and Diane Henzler; grandchildren, Yon, Heather and Tavis Hissa; nieces, Pat Lewis, Gloria Peart and Diane Thomas; nephews, Butch and Mike Brighton, Albert Navarre, Jr., Garry Navarre and Timothy Navarre. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Dave and Don Parks, and her sisters, Mary Duckworth, Margery Navarre and Jean Pickett. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 3, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Interment was in Toledo Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Toledo Humane Society. CATHERINE SEDLAR SHELLY DEILEY-IACOANGELI CAPTAIN MICHAEL ELSON AMELIA “EMILY” PRZYBYSZ Pamela “Pam” Sgro, 49, of Toledo, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Perrysburg Care Center. She was born August 31, 1960, in Toledo, to Frank Hamblin and Beulah (Sammons) Hamblin. She enjoyed going to garage sales and thrift store shopping. She is survived by her sons, Stan (Sarah) Jr., Scotty (Lisa); grandchildren, Stan III, Holli, Brooke, Malakai, and Kalayah; siblings, Jimmie (Pattie), Carolyn (Fred) Wainscott, Doris Hayward, Larry, Donny (Becky), Ronnie (Cindy), Linda (Rick) Marshall, and Brenda, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Hamblin. Visitation was held Friday, May 28, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, where in lieu of services, friends and family were encouraged to share memories throughout the evening. Interment was private. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. MARY SYREK MARY LEE Hwa Jah “Lee” Rowland died April 25, 2010. She enjoyed cooking, and retired from Raceway Park as the track kitchen manager. She is survived by her husband, James Rowland of Point Place; children, Jean Rowland-Poplawski, James (Kelly) Rowland Jr., Thomas (Paula) Rowland, Anthony (Tonia) Rowland, Dean (Kelly) Rowland; 23 grandchildren, and 11 greatgrandchildren. A private service for immediate family was held Friday, April 30, to honor her wish that those who knew her would hold her in their fond memories. A celebration of her life will be held in the summer for extended family and friends. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Tributes in her honor can be sent to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Way, Nashville Tennessee 38105. Anna M. (Kott) Siciliano died April 29, 2010. She was born on March 27, 1911, to Lorenzo and Amelia (Picon) Manz. She married Frank Kott on November 11, 1933, and they had two children. He preceded her in death on February 23, 1958. She later married Albert Siciliano, who also preceded her in death. She worked for 42 years at the former Dana Corporation, retiring in 1971. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially the weekends at “The Cottage” along with her yearly vacations with her sisters and brothers-in-law. She also enjoyed enjoyed tending her flower garden. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Leister; son, Robert (Gloria) Kott; seven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and greatgreat- grandchildren, and brother, Vincent Manz. She also was preceded in death by her brothers, John and George Manz; sisters, Louise, Helen, Rose and Amelia, along with their spouses, and her special friend, James Stadler. Prayers began in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, on Monday, May 3, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, with Father Gerald Chmiel officiating. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Shirley A. (Rose) Lafferty, 76, born May 20, 1933, died Friday, April 23, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Kenneth Lafferty Sr.; daughters, Karin (Bill) Lewis, Vicky Birner, Lori (John) Polcyn; sons, Keith (Kris) Lafferty and Kenneth (Dawn) Lafferty Jr.; 14 grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; sisters, Vernadell Davis and Margaret McNett, and special friends, Shirley Lewis and Elaine Sumrel. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Henry, Kenneth and Jack Rose. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 27, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with the Rev. Clayton Stone officiating. Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. RAYMOND AMBORSKI Fred Lisk, 80, of Point Place, died Friday, April 23, 2010, at Point Place Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in 1930, to Fred and Mary (Korn) Lisk in Toledo. He graduated from Woodward High School in 1948. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Lisk worked as a glass cutter for Libbey-Owens-Ford, where he retired in 1988 after 33 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting for small game, golfing, planting his vegetable garden and maintaining the beauty of his yard. During the late 1960s, he coached Pee Wee and Colt baseball. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty; children, Bruce and Sandra Lisk, and grandchildren, Justin, Paige and Amber. He was preceded in death by his son, Fred, in 1974. All services were private. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, Ohio 44720. JR. Joseph “Joe” F. Suchomma Jr., 66, of Point Place, died Tuesday, April 20, 2010, while in St. Vincent Mercy Medical Hospital. He was born in 1944, in Toledo, to Joseph Sr. and Jane (Doran) Suchomma. He graduated from Woodward High School in 1962, and served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked for Jeep Corporation, where he became an inspector, then retired in 1999 after more than 37 years of service. Mr. Suchomma coached women’s softball for Tommy Clark’s Player’s Club and took the team to the nationals. He was a Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader and was known as the Girl Scout “Cookie Man.” He was the OhioReads Tutor at Ottawa River Elementary School and was known as a master gardener. He was a member of American Legion Post #646 in Holland, Ohio. He was an avid fan of Ohio State University, the Cleveland Browns, Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings. Mr. Suchomma is survived by his wife of 40 years, Irene (Jones) Suchomma; children, Aaron, Brett (Michelle), and granddaughters, Brianna, Kiersten and Brittney. He was preceded in death by his son, Jason, in 1971, and his parents. Funeral services were held Friday, April 23, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Toledo, with Father Martin Donnelly officiating. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Tributes may be made to the Leukemia Society. John B. Dent Jr., 83, of Point Place, died Sunday, April 11, 2010, at the Franciscan Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio. He was born in 1926 to John Sr. and Amelia (Frett) Dent in Chicago, Illinois. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He belonged to Riverview Yacht Club, where he lived and worked in the boatyard. He was Associated Yacht Club treasurer, did yearbooks for the Club on his computer and ILYA. He also assisted with the race committee boat for the AYC regattas for more than 30 years. He is survived by his daughters, Terry (Thomas) Scott, and Rebecca Dent; grandchildren, Michael and Nicole, and three greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen, and daughter, Karen. Riverview Yacht Club and Blue Gavel services were held Wednesday, April 14, at the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 15, in the funeral home, with the Rev. David Rushton officiating. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franciscan Care Center, 4111 North Holland-Sylvania Road, Sylvania, Ohio 43560. Felix Leruth, 83, of Toledo, died Friday, April 9, 2010, at his home. He was born on December 25, 1926, in Detroit, Michigan, to Frank and Helen (Vandenberghe) Leruth. He graduated from Napoleon High School in 1944, and served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1946. He was employed at the Willys- Overland plant while working his way through the University of Toledo, and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering in 1953. He married Clara Wielfaert of Riga, Michigan, in 1954. He had a successful career as a civil engineer that included the founding of his own structural design firm, Leruth and Associates, in 1975. He was named Toledo Engineer of the Year in 1988, and was a past president of the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers and the Engineers Foundation of Ohio. His firm’s structural design for the administration building at the Davis Besse Nuclear Power Station was selected as one of the 10 outstanding engineering achievements in the nation in 1982. He enjoyed dancing with his wife, spending time with his grandchildren, having lunch at Spengler’s Café in his hometown of Napoleon, and long distance running, competing in the Columbus Marathon. Mr. Leruth is survived by his wife of 56 years, Clara; children, Maria (Steve) Jadwisiak, of Perrysburg, and Michael (Angela) Leruth, of Williamsburg, Virginia; grandchildren, Senior Airman Christopher Jadwisiak of Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, Caitlin Jadwisiak, Sophie and Alice Leruth, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Yvonne Hoops and brother, Camil Leruth. Funeral services began Wednesday, April 14, with a prayer service at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, conducted by Fr. Gerald Chmiel. Interment was in Deerfield, Michigan. Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, the University of Toledo College of Engineering Scholarship Fund or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Reva Eilene Truax, 73, of Toledo, died Sunday, April 11, 2010. She was born on February 11, 1937, in Warren, Ohio, to Quentin and Edith Boden. She is survived by her son, Darrell (Bobbi) Truax of Toledo, Dale Truax of Toledo, daughter, Dawn Truax-Cottom (Jen) of Amarillo, Texas; grandchildren, Carl and Bradley Nickels of Amarillo, Texas, Darrell Jr., and Darla Truax of Toledo, Travis Truax of Dyerburg, Tennessee; greatgrandchildren, Noah, Christopher, Kaydence, Elizabeth and Angel Nickels of Amarillo, Texas, Mercedes, DJ, Billy III and Montana of Toledo; brothers and sisters, Carl Boden, Clarence (Mary) Boden, Robert (Marie) Boden, Mable Frosch, David (Sue) Boden and Mary Ellis (Doug) Harlan, many nieces and nephews, and special friends, Mary Cranston and her family, Delores Harmon, Diane Rybal and Marty Elliot. Ms. Truax was preceded in death by her husband, George Truax, and siblings, Ester, Harold, Clarabell and Doris Boden. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 14, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, with Pamela Wallace officiating. Interment was in Toledo Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Hospice, 1745 Indianwood Circle Suite 200, Maumee, Ohio 43537. JEFFERSON BAILEY MELISSA THOMPSON CAROL ANAPLE TURNER AMANDA JOHNSON AMERICA MONHOLLEN REGINA MERCER Thomas E. Coyle Jr., died Friday, March 5, 2010. He was born in 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Thomas Edward Coyle and Bernice (Martindale) Coyle. He was a safety supervisor for 20 years in a AtoChem North America, and he owned Video Showcase, retiring in 1990. His interests included HAM radio, chasing tornados, building model planes and singing Gospel, music from the ’50s and in barbershop quartets. He enjoyed the NASCAR races and was a open wheel enthusiast and mechanic. He also enjoyed computer technology and fishing. Mr. Coyle is survived by his significant other, Bobbi Kohn; son, Brian (Darcie) Coyle; granddaughter, Emily Coyle, extended family; Scott (Ginnean) Kohn, Randy (Trish) Kohn, Carey and Bill Baker, “honorary” grandchildren; Lennon, Allison, Andrew, Joshua, Holly and Savannah, and special friends, Connie Steck and Lana and Frank Scharer. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Trisha Coyle, and brother, Robert Coyle. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 9, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to an organization of the donor’s choice. KARL KELLY Mary E. Ray, 89, died Saturday, March 6, 2010. She was born in 1921, to Alex and Pearl (Sabo) Pocs in Helena, Ohio. Her parents were Hungarian immigrants, and she grew up on a farm with nine other siblings. She moved to Toledo, married Harold Ray, and they raised four children. She felt a compassion and love for animals which resulted in her becoming the caretaker of many strays throughout her life. She worked in various places, including Tiedtke’s Department Store, where she stayed until it closed. Ms. Ray is survived by her sons, Ron (Darlene) Ray and Hal (Pat) Ray; daughter, Deb (Don) Whiting; daughter-in-law, Betty Ray; grandchildren Marla, Tammy, Jennifer, David, Nancy, Cindy, Nick, Frank, Chris, and special grandson, Bryon; 20 great-grandchildren, including Mya and Anna, and sisters, Julia Nixon and Irene House. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; son, Fred; sisters, Pearl, Betty and Rose, and brothers, Joe, Alex and John. Visitation was held Tuesday, March 9, at the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Funeral services began Wednesday, March 10, with prayers in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, where she was a member. Interment was in Historic Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Maumee Valley Save-A-Pet, P.O. 5250 Hill Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43615. JOHN THATCHER George D. Lowdermilk Sr., 81, of the Point Place/Shoreland community, died Thursday, February 25, 2010, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Perrysburg Center. He was born in 1928, to Gilbert and Bessie (Casteel) Lowdermilk, in Oakland, Maryland. He served in the United States Army in the 325th Glider Infantry Regiment during World War II, and in the 187th Regimental Combat Team during the Korean War. After the war, he became a truck driver for Roadway Express and worked there for 27 years, retiring in 1993. Mr. Lowdermilk is survived by his wife of 56 years, Juanita (Bowser); sons, George Jr. (Nancy), Gerald (Trisha), and Troy Lowdermilk; grandchildren, Gerald Lowdermilk, Alexei Resoff and Gwyneth Lowdermilk; brothers and sisters, Mabel Fulk, Joann Hershman, Harold and Robert Lowdermilk. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Thelma Kisner, Mary Kemphfer, Charles Lowdermilk, Gladys Lowdermilk and Dale Lowdermilk. There was no visitation, and all services were private. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin- Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Starr Angela Varner, 65, died Sunday, February 28, 2010, in Dade City, Florida. She was one of eight children born to Homer and Nola “Mae” Mullins. She is survived by her husband, Russell Varner; children, Debbie (Keith) Drew, Denise Varner and Dale Varner; grandchildren, Crystal, Clayton and Candice Drew; three greatgrandchildren; mother, Nola “Mae” Shaw; siblings, Brenda (Larry) Meyers, Caroline Byington, David (Donna) Mullins, Kathy (Les) Ansell and Jamie (Melody) Mullins. She was preceded in death by her father, and brothers, Buster and Johnny Mullins. Visitation was held Sunday, March 7, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, followed by a Life Celebration service. Memorial contributions may be made to HPH Hospice, 37445 Clinton Avenue, Dade City, Florida 33525. PAUL BALDUF SR. NANCY LOAR LLOYD SHANK SYLVIA CLOSE Florence J. (Rahilly) Johnson, 89 of the Point Place/Shoreland Community, died Tuesday, January 26, 2010, in the Mercy St. Vincent Palliative Care Center. Born June 30, 1920, Mrs. Johnson lived in the Point Place/Shoreland Community her entire life. She was the daughter of James and Grace Rahilly. She graduated from the University of Toledo with honors, was a member of the Theta Psi (AOPi) and taught geography and English for many years at Shoreland Elementary. At Washington Junior High School, she helped students diagram sentences and write term papers for a total of 19 years. After the birth of her children, she and Janet Brewington began a preschool at RiverPoint Ministries United Methodist Church and taught the little ones there for 17 years. She enjoyed traveling throughout the United States as well as her trips to Germany and Ireland in 2000. Her family cottage on Lime Lake, New Hudson, Michigan, was another of her favorite places to be with her family and friends anytime of the year. Her two sisters and she enjoyed trips to the opera in Cleveland, Ohio. She lunched often with the “Point Place Girls.” She attended all of her high school reunions, the last being her 71st. She was a member of Point Place United Church of Christ for more than 50 years, where she taught Sunday school, helped with confirmation classes, served on many committees and sang in the choir. Mrs. Johnson is survived by her husband, Maynard; daughter, Kimberly (grandsons, Colin and Conor), and son, Todd; sister, Bonnie (John) Chilcote; nephews, Brett (Kara) Cunningham, Scott and Jay Johnson; nieces, Ayn Mazzeo, Kristin and Kate Johnson, and special greatnephew, John Strobel; extended family members, Chuck (Leslie) Geletzke, Abby, Chip, and Travis (Jennifer), Donna and Terry Serviss. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruth. Funeral Services were held Saturday, January 30, at Point Place United Church of Christ, with the Rev. Candy Thomas officiating. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements were made by the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home. Memorial tributes may be made to Point Place United Church of Christ, 4920 297th Street, Toledo. CHARLES “POPPY” BOGDANSKI BRYAN MERRITT PAULINE RASZKA Paul E. Holewinski, 85, long time Point Place resident, died Sunday, January 10, 2010, in the Ohio Veterans Home, Sandusky, Ohio, where he had lived for the past couple of years. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, a longtime member of Bayview Yacht Club, an avid fisherman, an Honorary 4th degree Knights of Columbus, a member of Sub Veterans of World War II, and a Lifetime Kentucky Colonial. He is survived by his daughters, Marcia (Greg) Mayer and Jackie Holewinski; grandsons, Paul (Leslie) Simon and Brandy (Jennifer) Simon; greatgrandchildren, Brandon, Allison and Olivia; special sister-in-law, Virginia; brother-in-law, Chet (Marie) and sister-in-law, Alice, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Jacqueline (Rutkowski), in 2000, and brothers, Don and Jim. Funeral services began Thursday, January 14, with a prayer service in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Interment was in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Veterans Home, 3416 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, Ohio 44870-5598. JOZEPH HORVATH Rosemary Dunn, 90, of Point Place, died Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Lawrence and Rose (Blaty) Heisserer. She moved to the Toledo area in 1935. She worked as a switchboard operator and receptionist for WTVG for 30 years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling with her family, visiting all of the Canadian provinces as well as every state in the United States, except for Hawaii. She also enjoyed reading and meeting with her monthly lunch group from St. Michael’s. Ms. Dunn is survived by her children, Marilyn Keip, William (Connie) Dunn; grandchildren, Brian Hansen, Scott Hansen, Kristin (Nick) Morris, John Keip, Michelle Keip and Averil (Steve) Burpee; sister, Jeanette (Phil) Taylor, and son-in-law, Craig Hansen. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, in 1976; daughter, Kathleen Hansen; brother, Lawrence Heisserer; sister, Catherine, and son-in-law, John Keip. Funeral services began Saturday, January 9, in the David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, with Fr. Gerald Chmiel officiating. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. VIRGINIA RAMER BEVERLY RYAN BILLIE JEAN SPELLIS JOSEPH SPENCLEY, SR. PATRICIA STACY MARSHA ELSON |
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