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Joan E. Donohew Joan E. Donohew, age 67 of Rootstown, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 19, 2009. She was born August 6, 1942, in Ravenna, daughter of the late Edwin and Gladys (Finan) Weckerly. Joan retired as a secretary at NEOUCOM and was a member of the Rootstown United Congregational Church. She loved traveling, gardening, and taking care of others, but most of all, spending time with her grandkids. She is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years Dana Donohew; her children: Kymberly (Dave) Schlarb of New Philadelphia, Jeannette (Lasse) Knudsen of Kent, Chizu (Shingo) Sakai-Imoto of Mayfield Heights; grandchildren: Shannon, Shaelynn, Brennen, Nikkia, Giovanna, Casey, David, Michael, Rachel; also survived by her brothers Dan and Ron Weckerly of California; her special nephew Ricky Raines; her longtime close friends: Bonnie Rock of Akron, Pat Knisley of Akron, her sister Marge Betzler of Florida, and her close traveling friends from school Pat and John Thomas of Virginia and Jim and Judy Thomas of Mississippi, and so many more friends, too numerous to mention. In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her brother David Weckerly. Cremation has taken place and friends will be received Wednesday, November 25, 2009, from 5:00 PM until commencement of the memorial service at 6:00 PM officiated by Pastor Susan Woodall at the Rootstown United Congregational Church, 4022 State Route 44, Rootstown, OH 44272. Joan was a cancer survivor, and her family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation at www.komen.org. Please share your memories at www.mem.com. (Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home 330-296-6436 RC 11/21 & 11/22/09) 

Keith A. Lewis Keith A. Lewis, 63 of Ravenna died Friday, November 20, 2009. He was born August 8, 1946 in Ravenna to the late Elmer and Patricia (Hayes) Lewis. A lifelong Ravenna resident, he was a retired meat cutter and was a courier for CompuData. Keith was an avid Ravenna sports fan and was the time clock keeper for many Ravenna High School Basketball games. Survivors include his wife of 16 years Kristine (Lacy), son Michael (Monica) Lewis of Ravenna, daughters Melissa (Bill) Hilbrunner of Brimfield, Mindy (Mike) Gibson of Ravenna, son Marc (April) Lewis of Ravenna and daughter Jody (David) Rock of Kent, was a devoted grandfather who never missed an opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren Marlaina, Mitchell and Mason Lewis, Allyson, Carlie and William Hil- brunner, Malorie, Meagan and Marcus Gibson, Tyler and Deion Davis, Cory Gibson and Brianna and Gina Rock, sister Karen Andrei of Rootstown and brothers Kenneth (Diane) Lewis of Ravenna and Kevin (Sue) Lewis of Rootstown. Calling hours will be from 1 to 4 PM Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Shorts-Spicer-Crislip Funeral Home Ravenna Chapel. Private burial will take place at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials should be made to Ravenna Schools Athletic Programs. (Shorts-Spicer-Crislip, Ravenna Chapel, (330) 296-6858, RC, 11-21/22-09) 

Miriam "Mickey" Cavanaugh Miriam Mickey Cavanaugh, 97, formerly of Streetsboro, passed away on November 19, 2009. Mickey had been a patient at the Dolan Center for Memory & Aging on the Extended Care Campus of University Hospitals in Chardon, Ohio since January, 2003. She was born November 6, 1912 in Cleveland, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Henry and Minnie (Tesnow) Wuebker. The early part of her working career was spent in Cleveland, Ohio employed by the East Ohio Gas Company. In later years she served as Assistant to the Comptroller of Kent State University. She retired from this position in 1972 after more than 20 years of service. Miriam was preceded in death by her first husband Linwood Freeman in 1948, her second husband Patrick D. Cavanaugh in 2002 and her brother Raymond Wuebker in 1997. Survivors include her sister-in-law Mary Wuebker of Berkshire, NY and nieces Joy Webker of Hudson and Gay Coon of Berkshire, NY and her nephews Raymond Webker of Andover and Donald Webker of Lady Lake, FL. Other survivors include her step children Patrick D. Cavanaugh, Jr. (Lois) of Mantua, Kathleen Gallagher (John dec.) of Lenox, MA, Mary Ellen Sanders (Thomas) of Sun Lakes, AZ and Maureen Grainger (Reed) of Victor, CO. Miriam was the grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother of many. Calling hours will be Monday, November 23, 2009 from 1-2 PM at Shorts-Spicer-Crislip Funeral Homes Streetsboro Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM with Father Ray Horley officiating. Burial will be in Westlawn Cemetery at Mantua Center. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 12200 Fairhill Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44120. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the Dolan Center for their wonderful care of Mickey. (Shorts-Spicer-Crislip Streetsboro Chapel, 330-626-4966 RC, 11-21/22-09) 

Nadine Hulbert Sullivan "Then & Now" Nadine Hulbert Sullivan, aged 91, of Kent, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on 11/17/09. Nadine was born on 2/11/1918 in Ravenna Ohio to Harry and Lulu Augusta Hulbert. Nadine was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, William F. Sullivan; parents Harry and Lulu Hulbert, sisters Corrine Drew, Mary Deans and Margaret Drew, brother in law John Drew , father in law Frank Sullivan, mother in law Rena Sullivan and mother in law Violet Sullivan. Nadine is survived by her only son Christopher Sullivan; daughter in law Jennifer (Kelly) Sullivan; grandchildren Jessica (Josh) Sabin, Emily Sullivan and Christopher (Rebekah) Sullivan and great granddaughter Matilda Sabin; brother in law Lee Deans; daughter in laws mother Dorothy (Ira- deceased) Kelly; sister in law Kathy (Chris) Spencer and family; nephews John (Sarah) Drew Jr. and family, Mike (Jackie) Drew and family, Parke (Peggy) Deans and family; niece Ginny (Ron) Richardson and family; and especially dear family members Kim Thu (Hich- deceased) Ton That, their children and grandchildren. Nadine was proud to be a resident of Kent and alumni of Kent State University. Upon her graduation from Kent State in 1940, Nadine was a physical education teacher in Marion Ohio. During World War II, while Bill was in Europe, Nadine worked for Twin Coach as a Rosie the Riveter. Nadine was an active member of Delta Gamma, University Women, Coterie, United Church of Christ, DAR, DAC and Descendants of the Mayflower. Nadine also served on Kent City Council and Zoning Board. She was active in Ladies Bridge Club and Couples Bridge Club for over 50 years. She and Bill were active in Elderhostel and the Stow Sunshiners. Nadine loved to travel, research genealogy, read and socialize. Nadine above all loved her family and entertaining, loved visiting with her sister Mary, loved being surrounded by her friends. Ever the social butterfly, Nadine never met a stranger. Her calendar was always full and she kept herself and Bill very busy with weekly coffee with friends, Kent State Basketball and trips for frozen yogurt. Since Bills death in 2003, Nadine was cared for in her home by her son and daughter in law and grandchildren due to a diagnosis of Alzheimers. It was Nadines wish to live and die at home, continuing to be with family and participating for as long as she could. Nadine loved spending time and watching Matilda grow, who has a very special love for her NaNa. The family wishes to thank Portage County Visiting Nurse Service, especially Sharon, who was always there at a moments notice. Private services to be held at a later date. The family suggests that memorials be made to The American Cancer Society and to Portage County Visiting Nurse. Ever a lady, Nadine knew when to leave the party. (RC 11/21/09) 

Reginald "Reggie" Wayne Werner Reginald Reggie Wayne Werner, 78, of Streetsboro, reunited with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 19, 2009 surrounded by family at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born in Fairmont City, PA on March 24, 1931. He joined the United States Navy at the age of 17, and was a Korean War Veteran. After his dedicated military service he met his soulmate Mary Beigle Werner in Pennsylvania. They were married in 1954 and have celebrated over 55 years of wedded bliss. The Werners moved to Ohio in 1954 and volunteered over 23 years of service as Captain of the Streetsboro Fire Department. Dedicated to serving his family and community Reggie was also a founding member of Streetsboros St. Thomas Lutheran Church, Streetsboro and Tionesta, PA Lions Club member (receiving a Melvin Jones Fellow award), and a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He enjoyed nothing more than hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and friends. Reggie was a faithful servant of the Lord, loving husband, dedicated father, and beloved Pappy which he was known as by his grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Mary, sisters Regina Bish of Transfer, PA and Carla Williams of Atlanta, GA; his four children Debbie (Rory) Wolff of Streetsboro, Jeff (Shirley) Werner of Chesapeake, VA, Chip (Roger) Black of Ravenna, Greg (Beatriz) Werner of Woodbridge, VA; grandchildren Ben (Brianne) Wolff of San Diego, CA, Becky Wolff of Cherokee, OK, Chris and Andrew Werner of Chesapeake, VA; step- grandchildren Tina (Ryan) Clay of Atwater, OH and Danielle Harvey of Daytona Beach, FL; great- grandchildren Halle Wolff of San Diego, Cal and Andrew Clay of Atwater, OH and Dylan Harvey of Daytona Beach, FL. Memorial services will be held at St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Streetsboro on Sunday November 22, 2009 at 3:00pm. His ashes will be spread over his beloved Camp Cherry Pie on Great Pappys Mountain in Tionesta, PA. Memorial Donations may be made to the St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 9042 State Route 43 Streetsboro, OH 44241. (Shorts- Spicer- Crislip Funeral Home, (330)296-6858 RC 11-21-09) 

Sandra Sue Sisler Groves Sandra Sue Sisler Groves, age 64, of Masontown passed away Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. She was born in Morgantown, WV on January 18, 1945, a daughter of the late George E. and Delphia J. White Dengg Sisler. She was a member of Masontown Church of the Nazarene and a member of the Ladies Auxilary Masontown VFW Post #1589. She is survived by her husband of 46 years Larry Groves of Masontown; two sisters; Ruby Dengg Davis and Alma Sisler Taylor both of Masontown; two brothers, Edwin and wife Mildred Dengg of Streetsboro, OH., and Jack and Norma Ringer of Bruceton Mills, WV. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Ila Gail Taylor. Friends may call at the Field Funeral Home in Masontown on Saturday November 21, 2009 from 6 to 9 p.m., Sunday November 22, 2009 from 3 to 5 p.m., and on Monday November 23, 2009 at the Masontown Church of the Nazarene from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m service time with the Rev. Darrell Livengood officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Masontown, WV. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.fieldfuneralhome.com (Field Funeral Home 304-864-5295 RC 11-21-2009)