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Harold Francis Angstrom - July 16, 1937 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Harold “Bud” F. Angstrom, Jr., 86, of Andover passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.He was born July 16, 1937, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late Harold and Mabel (Fenselon) Angstrom. Harold was a truck driver for 31 years before his retirement. He married Gloria Markham in 1980.Bud was a member of the Andover Eagle’s Club. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and working on racing cars. He lived at Holiday Campland for many years where he met and made many friends. He was always willing to lend a hand to others and just enjoyed being able to tinker around.He is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, Ray (Kim) Angstrom, Chuck (Mary) Angstrom, and Sandy Pavick; sister-in-law, Linda Angstrom; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Bud was preceded in death by his daughter, Mona Hess; brother, Bill Angstrom; sister, Nancy Rodgers; and his parents.A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2PM at Brownwood Cemetery in Bloomfield, Ohio.Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont is handling arrangements. Online Obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com

Harold “Bud” F. Angstrom, Jr., 86, of Andover passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

He was born July 16, 1937, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late Harold and Mabel (Fenselon) Angstrom. Harold was a truck driver for 31 years before his retirement. He married Gloria Markham in 1980.

Bud was a member of the Andover Eagle’s Club. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and working on racing cars. He lived at Holiday Campland for many years where he met and made many friends. He was always willing to lend a hand to others and just enjoyed being able to tinker around.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, Ray (Kim) Angstrom, Chuck (Mary) Angstrom, and Sandy Pavick; sister-in-law, Linda Angstrom; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Bud was preceded in death by his daughter, Mona Hess; brother, Bill Angstrom; sister, Nancy Rodgers; and his parents.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2PM at Brownwood Cemetery in Bloomfield, Ohio. Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont is handling arrangements. Online Obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com

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Skyler Vincent McCall - May 17, 1994 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Skyler Vincent McCall, 29, passed away on April 8, 2024 in Geneva, Ohio. Skyler was born on May 17, 1994 in Cherry Point, North Carolina. He had lived in Pierpont, Ohio for the past 15 years, coming from Havelock, North Carolina. Skyler was working as a Master Welder at HDT Global. He was a 2012 graduate of ATech in welding and Pymatuning Valley High School, where he varsity lettered in wrestling. He loved golfing in his free time and riding his motorcycle. Skyler was a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and gifted chess player and he knew it. He was a loving uncle to many.Skyler was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jerry Williams, Philip McCall, and Joy Marttila.Left to cherish is memory are his father, Casyne (Sandi) McCall; his mother, Sheila (PJ) Jewell; his siblings, Echo, Kasyne, Clancy, Dominic, Anthony, Blake, and McKenna; his sister-in-law, Angelica; his nieces, Ivy, Alaya, and Jaslynn; his nephew, Adrian; and numerous more.Calling hours will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Childs Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 North, Pierpont, Ohio from 5:00-7:00 PM. A private service will be held. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Pierpont, Ohio.Online condolences can be made at www.ducro.com.Funeral arrangements were trusted to Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, Pierpont, Ohio 44082,

Skyler Vincent McCall, 29, passed away on April 8, 2024 in Geneva, Ohio.

Skyler was born on May 17, 1994 in Cherry Point, North Carolina. He had lived in Pierpont, Ohio for the past 15 years, coming from Havelock, North Carolina.

Skyler was working as a Master Welder at HDT Global. He was a 2012 graduate of ATech in welding and Pymatuning Valley High School, where he varsity lettered in wrestling.

He loved golfing in his free time and riding his motorcycle. Skyler was a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and gifted chess player and he knew it. He was a loving uncle to many.

Skyler was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jerry Williams, Philip McCall, and Joy Marttila.

Left to cherish is memory are his father, Casyne (Sandi) McCall; his mother, Sheila (PJ) Jewell; his siblings, Echo, Kasyne, Clancy, Dominic, Anthony, Blake, and McKenna; his sister-in-law, Angelica; his nieces, Ivy, Alaya, and Jaslynn; his nephew, Adrian; and numerous more.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Childs Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 North, Pierpont, Ohio from 5:00-7:00 PM. A private service will be held. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Pierpont, Ohio.

Online condolences can be made at www.ducro.com. Funeral arrangements were trusted to Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, Pierpont, Ohio 44082,

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Elizabeth H. Ludwick - September 17, 1948 - April 05, 2024

Departed: 04/05/2024 (Pierpont)

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Richard Merle Rea - November 05, 1929 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Richard M. Rea, 94, of Kingsville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, March 4, 2024.He was born November 5, 1929, in Madison, Ohio, the son of the late Merle and Edith (Pennoyer) Rea. Richard graduated from Spencer High School Class of 1947.Richard went on to honorably serve our country in the United States Air Force enlisting in 1950 and actively served through retirement in 1972. During his time in the service, he worked in the area of nuclear weapons and bomb testing.Richard married the love of his life Margaret on November 20, 1954. During his time in the service, they traveled the country, before settling back in Pierpont when he retired. He then went on to run a dairy farm and worked for 27 years at Cristal now INEOS where he retired for a second time as a finishing supervisor.Mr. Rea enjoyed wood carving, raising dairy cows on his dairy farm, as well as growing vegetables.He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Margaret; children Patricia Rarey, Richard Rea, Robert Rea, Cindy Cox, David Rea, Mark Rea, and Mary Vidmar; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.Richard was preceded in death by his son, James Gabriel Rea; one brother; several sisters; and his parents.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 12:00 PM, with Adoration Hospice Chaplain, Heidi Cowey, officiating, at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, where calling hours will be held from 11AM until the time of service at 12 NOON. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, where military honors will be observed.Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Adoration Hospice,2302 Metcalf Dr., Unit 24, Ashtabula, Ohio, 44004.Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, Ohio is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com

Richard M. Rea, 94, of Kingsville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, March 4, 2024.

He was born November 5, 1929, in Madison, Ohio, the son of the late Merle and Edith (Pennoyer) Rea. Richard graduated from Spencer High School Class of 1947.

Richard went on to honorably serve our country in the United States Air Force enlisting in 1950 and actively served through retirement in 1972. During his time in the service, he worked in the area of nuclear weapons and bomb testing.

Richard married the love of his life Margaret on November 20, 1954. During his time in the service, they traveled the country, before settling back in Pierpont when he retired. He then went on to run a dairy farm and worked for 27 years at Cristal now INEOS where he retired for a second time as a finishing supervisor.

Mr. Rea enjoyed wood carving, raising dairy cows on his dairy farm, as well as growing vegetables.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Margaret; children Patricia Rarey, Richard Rea, Robert Rea, Cindy Cox, David Rea, Mark Rea, and Mary Vidmar; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Richard was preceded in death by his son, James Gabriel Rea; one brother; several sisters; and his parents.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 12:00 PM, with Adoration Hospice Chaplain, Heidi Cowey, officiating, at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, where calling hours will be held from 11AM until the time of service at 12 NOON. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, where military honors will be observed.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Adoration Hospice,2302 Metcalf Dr., Unit 24, Ashtabula, Ohio, 44004. Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, Ohio is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com

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Helen A. Nemitz - May 12, 1935 - January 13, 2024

Departed: 01/13/2024 (Pierpont)

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Joseph Louis Matrisciano - September 15, 1955 - January 11, 2024

Departed: 01/11/2024 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Louis Matrisciano, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 11, 2024.He was born September 15, 1955, in Ashtabula, the son of Joseph A. and Sarah M (Nardi) Matrisciano.He attended Happy Hearts School and retired from Ash/Craft Industries after many years of service.He is survived by his sister, Jennie (Paul) Fuller of Ashtabula; two nieces, Margaret (Larry) Ostendorf of Phoenix, AZ and Lisa Fuller-Grippi of Ashtabula; two great-nephews, Andrew Grippi and Cort Ostendorf and a great-niece, Rowan Ostendorf.He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Margaret (William) Chamberlain; and his niece, Angela Fuller.Private family services were held. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Ashtabula.Contributions in his memory may be made to Our Lady of Peace Parish, 3312 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Joseph Louis Matrisciano, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 11, 2024.

He was born September 15, 1955, in Ashtabula, the son of Joseph A. and Sarah M (Nardi) Matrisciano.

He attended Happy Hearts School and retired from Ash/Craft Industries after many years of service.

He is survived by his sister, Jennie (Paul) Fuller of Ashtabula; two nieces, Margaret (Larry) Ostendorf of Phoenix, AZ and Lisa Fuller-Grippi of Ashtabula; two great-nephews, Andrew Grippi and Cort Ostendorf and a great-niece, Rowan Ostendorf.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Margaret (William) Chamberlain; and his niece, Angela Fuller.

Private family services were held. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Ashtabula. Contributions in his memory may be made to Our Lady of Peace Parish, 3312 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH 44004

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Hazel Marie Agardi - December 11, 1925 - January 09, 2024

Departed: 01/09/2024 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Hazel Marie Agardi is now worshiping the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in his house instead of her own.Marie was born December 11, 1925 in Gilmer County, West Virginia to Glenn and Myrtle Seckman. She was the firstborn of the family along with her twin sister who died at birth. Her brothers Ernie (Helen) and Dayton (Evalee) preceded her in death.Marie married her husband George on a Tuesday at the Lake County Courthouse in Painesville. Her mom was there. George and Marie made a life and home in Dorset Township. They were married for 67 years. George ran the Red and White grocery store and Marie baked pies filled with hand-picked locally grown fruits which drew customers from several counties. It was common during the holiday season to have seventy pies cooling everywhere in the Agardi home along with Hungarian nut rolls and baelish treats. Marie could not only bake, she could grow her own vegetables, can them, and put on hearty spreads for dinner. She had a special way with plants, which was evident in her bountiful gardens. Marie had healing in her hands beyond the green thumb. Burdock tea gave her energy after cancer treatments, stinging nettle, feverfew, and lemon balm were her backyard living medicine cabinet. Marie was full of knowledge about plants. Having grown up on hard times, she knew how to make a delectable salad with nutritious plants like watercress from the creek and taught others to recognize and cook purslane, lambs’ quarters, poke, and dandelion. If you could eat it, she knew how to cook it. Marie was industrious and a good steward of all that was entrusted to her. She recently said “ I've done the best I could do with what I had.” She taught herself to make a wooden tabletop, a concrete and stone hearth, and an archway. She could drywall, wallpaper with perfectly matched seams, and repair a zipper in jeans or jackets. She was not afraid to work hard to provide for her family of six children. Always awake with breakfast on the stove before we came into the kitchen.Surviving children include her daughter Carol of Warren; her son Bob (Diane) of Biloxi, Mississippi, her son Dan (Cari) of Dorset, and her daughter Deb (Vince) of Burr Oak, Michigan. Marie had 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death by her young son Billy (age 8), her great-grandson Zachary, her husband George and her daughter Ann.Marie lived her life as a Proverbs 31 woman. She worked with willing hands, provided food for her household, with the fruit of her hands she planted a vineyard. She dressed herself with strength and made her arms strong. Marie looked well to the ways of her household and did not eat the bread of idleness. Marie’s children rise up and call her blessed! Marie’s spirit is now in Heaven. Her body, an empty vessel, will be directly buried in the Dorset Cemetery as a private family moment.January 9, 2024, 11:15 PM Mother has breathed her last now… on to Emmanuel’s land… He has been faithful to keep her on her bed of languishing while her prayers have risen like incense around his throne. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. He said he would prepare a place for her… a mansion prepared especially for her… where they could be together eternally in a land where they never grow old and life can go forth in its intended fullness without this life’s current detrimental effects. (Thank you, Lord our God for bearing the Cross) Your servant Hazel Marie Agardi born 12/11/25... Right on time and departing right on time… not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.35,823 daysSo teach us to number our daysthat we may get a heart of wisdom.Psalm 90:12.Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home was entrusted with assisting the family.

Hazel Marie Agardi is now worshiping the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in his house instead of her own.

Marie was born December 11, 1925 in Gilmer County, West Virginia to Glenn and Myrtle Seckman. She was the firstborn of the family along with her twin sister who died at birth. Her brothers Ernie (Helen) and Dayton (Evalee) preceded her in death.

Marie married her husband George on a Tuesday at the Lake County Courthouse in Painesville. Her mom was there. George and Marie made a life and home in Dorset Township. They were married for 67 years. George ran the Red and White grocery store and Marie baked pies filled with hand-picked locally grown fruits which drew customers from several counties. It was common during the holiday season to have seventy pies cooling everywhere in the Agardi home along with Hungarian nut rolls and baelish treats. Marie could not only bake, she could grow her own vegetables, can them, and put on hearty spreads for dinner. She had a special way with plants, which was evident in her bountiful gardens. Marie had healing in her hands beyond the green thumb. Burdock tea gave her energy after cancer treatments, stinging nettle, feverfew, and lemon balm were her backyard living medicine cabinet. Marie was full of knowledge about plants. Having grown up on hard times, she knew how to make a delectable salad with nutritious plants like watercress from the creek and taught others to recognize and cook purslane, lambs’ quarters, poke, and dandelion. If you could eat it, she knew how to cook it. Marie was industrious and a good steward of all that was entrusted to her. She recently said “ I've done the best I could do with what I had.” She taught herself to make a wooden tabletop, a concrete and stone hearth, and an archway. She could drywall, wallpaper with perfectly matched seams, and repair a zipper in jeans or jackets. She was not afraid to work hard to provide for her family of six children. Always awake with breakfast on the stove before we came into the kitchen.

Surviving children include her daughter Carol of Warren; her son Bob (Diane) of Biloxi, Mississippi, her son Dan (Cari) of Dorset, and her daughter Deb (Vince) of Burr Oak, Michigan. Marie had 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death by her young son Billy (age 8), her great-grandson Zachary, her husband George and her daughter Ann.

Marie lived her life as a Proverbs 31 woman. She worked with willing hands, provided food for her household, with the fruit of her hands she planted a vineyard. She dressed herself with strength and made her arms strong. Marie looked well to the ways of her household and did not eat the bread of idleness. Marie’s children rise up and call her blessed! Marie’s spirit is now in Heaven. Her body, an empty vessel, will be directly buried in the Dorset Cemetery as a private family moment.

January 9, 2024, 11:15 PM Mother has breathed her last now… on to Emmanuel’s land… He has been faithful to keep her on her bed of languishing while her prayers have risen like incense around his throne. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. He said he would prepare a place for her… a mansion prepared especially for her… where they could be together eternally in a land where they never grow old and life can go forth in its intended fullness without this life’s current detrimental effects. (Thank you, Lord our God for bearing the Cross) Your servant Hazel Marie Agardi born 12/11/25... Right on time and departing right on time… not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake. 35,823 days So teach us to number our days

that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Psalm 90:12.

Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home was entrusted with assisting the family.

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Tyler M. Robinson - May 30, 1996 - December 24, 2023

Departed: 12/24/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Tyler M. Robinson, 27, of Pierpont passed away December 24 , 2023 at Metro Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio after a short illness.Tyler was born on May 30th, 1996, to Michael Robinson and Trisha Harvey in Ashtabula, Ohio. He attended Conneaut High School and A-Tech.He loved his family and driving anything from 4 wheelers to his grandfather's dump trucks. He loved being out on "the farm". He loved bonfires and just being outside doing anything. Tyler has such a big heart that anyone that he meets becomes family.Tyler leaves behind his maternal grandparents William and Bonnie Harvey of Pierpont Ohio; his father, Michael Robinson of Rome, Ohio; his mother Trisha Harvey of Ashtabula Ohio; his sister, Megan (Tyler) Primmer of West Alexandria Ohio, his brothers Dylan (Christina Gildersleeve) Hall of Ashtabula Ohio and Ethan Hall of Ashtabula, Ohio. He also leaves behind 2 nieces, Skyler Tucker and Josie Primmer and 4 nephews, Riston Primmer, Zeke, Maverick, and Declan Gildersleeve. There are countless aunts and uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Theodore and Ruth Robinson of Jefferson, Ohio and his maternal great grandmother, Virginia Payne of Conneaut Ohio.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the “farm”, 3246 State Route 7 North, Pierpont, Ohio starting at 12:00 PM.Any flowers can be donated through Morris Flowers and gifts in Conneaut Ohio and donations through The Andover Bank in Conneaut Ohio.Childs Williams Ducro Funeral, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, Ohio assisted the family. Please leave condolences at Ducro.com

Tyler M. Robinson, 27, of Pierpont passed away December 24 , 2023 at Metro Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio after a short illness.

Tyler was born on May 30th, 1996, to Michael Robinson and Trisha Harvey in Ashtabula, Ohio. He attended Conneaut High School and A-Tech.

He loved his family and driving anything from 4 wheelers to his grandfather's dump trucks. He loved being out on "the farm". He loved bonfires and just being outside doing anything. Tyler has such a big heart that anyone that he meets becomes family.

Tyler leaves behind his maternal grandparents William and Bonnie Harvey of Pierpont Ohio; his father, Michael Robinson of Rome, Ohio; his mother Trisha Harvey of Ashtabula Ohio; his sister, Megan (Tyler) Primmer of West Alexandria Ohio, his brothers Dylan (Christina Gildersleeve) Hall of Ashtabula Ohio and Ethan Hall of Ashtabula, Ohio. He also leaves behind 2 nieces, Skyler Tucker and Josie Primmer and 4 nephews, Riston Primmer, Zeke, Maverick, and Declan Gildersleeve. There are countless aunts and uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Theodore and Ruth Robinson of Jefferson, Ohio and his maternal great grandmother, Virginia Payne of Conneaut Ohio.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the “farm”, 3246 State Route 7 North, Pierpont, Ohio starting at 12:00 PM.

Any flowers can be donated through Morris Flowers and gifts in Conneaut Ohio and donations through The Andover Bank in Conneaut Ohio. Childs Williams Ducro Funeral, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont, Ohio assisted the family. Please leave condolences at Ducro.com

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Russell Lee Brown - February 12, 1940 - December 22, 2023

Departed: 12/22/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Russell Lee Brown, 83, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Hospital.He was born on February 12, 1940 in Ashtabula, the son of Herbert and Evelyn (Kellogg) Brown and had been a lifelong area resident, moving from Ashtabula to Conneaut about 25 years ago. A graduate of Edgewood High School, he worked for various factories before joining the Star Beacon where he served as salesman and delivery person for 16 years prior to his retirement, a job he really enjoyed.Russell was a member of the Eagles and had been active in the Conneaut Lodge as well as the Willoughby-Willowick Lodge where he loved to go dancing to the Oldies with his dear friend and companion, Barb. Always a very active person, he would walk 8-10 miles a day and still have the energy to dance into the night. A huge fan of the Cleveland Indians, he rarely missed a game. He also enjoyed the annual D-Day Reenactment events at Conneaut Township Park which were practically in his back yard.His survivors include his sons, Kenneth (Teresa) Brown of Painesville and Bryan Brown of Geneva; Daughter-in-law, Sandy Brown of Conneaut; four grandchildren, Brittany (Mike), Samantha (Anthony), Matthew (Jessica), and Nathaniel “Nate” (fiance’ Grace); great-grandchildren, Savannah, James, Hailey, Nora, Autumn, and precious Evelyn who is due in March; step-sons, Jeff Anderson and Barry Anderson; and his beloved companion, Barbara Taraska who has refused to let him slow down.He was preceded in death by his parents; his second wife whom he married in 1977, Carol (Wheeler) Brown, in 2008; his son, Vincent in 1999; two step-sons, Tim and Mark Anderson; and his brother, Douglas Brown.A service will be held 2:30PM Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Greenlawn Memory Gardens Mausoleum Chapel, 3140 E. Center St, North Kingsville. Pastor Jason Tatterson of Freedom Assembly of God in Mentor will officiate. Burial will follow.Contributions in his memory may be made to the ALS Association at www.als.org, American Lung Association at www.lung.org, or the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org/Online guestbook and condolences available at www.ducro.comCHILDS-WILLIAMS-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.

Russell Lee Brown, 83, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Hospital.

He was born on February 12, 1940 in Ashtabula, the son of Herbert and Evelyn (Kellogg) Brown and had been a lifelong area resident, moving from Ashtabula to Conneaut about 25 years ago. A graduate of Edgewood High School, he worked for various factories before joining the Star Beacon where he served as salesman and delivery person for 16 years prior to his retirement, a job he really enjoyed.

Russell was a member of the Eagles and had been active in the Conneaut Lodge as well as the Willoughby-Willowick Lodge where he loved to go dancing to the Oldies with his dear friend and companion, Barb. Always a very active person, he would walk 8-10 miles a day and still have the energy to dance into the night. A huge fan of the Cleveland Indians, he rarely missed a game. He also enjoyed the annual D-Day Reenactment events at Conneaut Township Park which were practically in his back yard.

His survivors include his sons, Kenneth (Teresa) Brown of Painesville and Bryan Brown of Geneva; Daughter-in-law, Sandy Brown of Conneaut; four grandchildren, Brittany (Mike), Samantha (Anthony), Matthew (Jessica), and Nathaniel “Nate” (fiance’ Grace); great-grandchildren, Savannah, James, Hailey, Nora, Autumn, and precious Evelyn who is due in March; step-sons, Jeff Anderson and Barry Anderson; and his beloved companion, Barbara Taraska who has refused to let him slow down.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his second wife whom he married in 1977, Carol (Wheeler) Brown, in 2008; his son, Vincent in 1999; two step-sons, Tim and Mark Anderson; and his brother, Douglas Brown.

A service will be held 2:30PM Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Greenlawn Memory Gardens Mausoleum Chapel, 3140 E. Center St, North Kingsville. Pastor Jason Tatterson of Freedom Assembly of God in Mentor will officiate. Burial will follow. Contributions in his memory may be made to the ALS Association at www.als.org, American Lung Association at www.lung.org, or the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org/ Online guestbook and condolences available at www.ducro.com

CHILDS-WILLIAMS-DUCRO FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.

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Larry L. Lahner - May 14, 1942 - December 19, 2023

Departed: 12/19/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Larry L. Lahner, 81, passed away on December 19, 2023.Larry was born on May 14, 1942 in Youngstown, OH to Walter and Juanita Naylor Lahner.Larry worked as a Laborer at Ashtabula Rubber Company. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, sprint cars, working outdoors, and being with family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Sandra Hurley and Juanita Lahner; and his brother, Mark Lahner.Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Shirley; his son, David (Nancy) Lahner; his daughter, Donna (Dennis) Platz; his grandchildren, Matthew (Makenna) Lahner, Samantha (Andrew) Senica, Bryan George Jr. (Michaela) Swezey; his great grandchildren, Lainey and Coralye; close family friend, Duane (Julie) Whitmire; his sisters, Virginia (Bill) Weagraff, Darly Yutzy, Linda (Albert) Stohler; and his nieces and nephews.Per Larry's wishes no services will be held.Funeral arrangements were trusted to Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 Pierpont, Ohio. Online condolences can be made at www.ducro.com.

Larry L. Lahner, 81, passed away on December 19, 2023.

Larry was born on May 14, 1942 in Youngstown, OH to Walter and Juanita Naylor Lahner.

Larry worked as a Laborer at Ashtabula Rubber Company. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, sprint cars, working outdoors, and being with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Sandra Hurley and Juanita Lahner; and his brother, Mark Lahner.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Shirley; his son, David (Nancy) Lahner; his daughter, Donna (Dennis) Platz; his grandchildren, Matthew (Makenna) Lahner, Samantha (Andrew) Senica, Bryan George Jr. (Michaela) Swezey; his great grandchildren, Lainey and Coralye; close family friend, Duane (Julie) Whitmire; his sisters, Virginia (Bill) Weagraff, Darly Yutzy, Linda (Albert) Stohler; and his nieces and nephews.

Per Larry's wishes no services will be held.

Funeral arrangements were trusted to Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 Pierpont, Ohio.

Online condolences can be made at www.ducro.com.

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Jacqueline Lou Suverison - June 16, 1957 - November 16, 2023

Departed: 11/16/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Jaqueline Suverison, 66, of Pierpont passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at UH Conneaut Medical Center.She was born June 16, 1957, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lyle Suverison and Ruth (Frost) Whitehouse. Jackie graduated from Joseph Badger High School Class of 1975.Jackie had been employed at Premix-Hadlock Composites in North Kingsville for 11 years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, fishing, camping, sitting by a warm fire watching fireworks and going to dirt track races. She loved animals, especially her cats.Jackie is survived by her longtime companion of 34 years Robert Bebout; siblings, Deborah (Michael) Yost, Jeffery Suverison, and Stephen (Sherrie) Suverison; stepfather, George Whitehouse; and nephews, Brian (Tori Sturniolo) Yost, Stephen (Ariane) Suverison II, and Brandon (Olivia) Suverison; and great-nephews, Stephen III, and Oliver; and great-niece, Bailey.She was preceded in death by her parents.A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 3PM at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 SR 7N, Pierpont, Ohio 44082. Calling hours will be held from 1PM until the time of service at the funeral home.Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 SR 7N, Pierpont, is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com.

Jaqueline Suverison, 66, of Pierpont passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at UH Conneaut Medical Center.

She was born June 16, 1957, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lyle Suverison and Ruth (Frost) Whitehouse. Jackie graduated from Joseph Badger High School Class of 1975.

Jackie had been employed at Premix-Hadlock Composites in North Kingsville for 11 years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, fishing, camping, sitting by a warm fire watching fireworks and going to dirt track races. She loved animals, especially her cats.

Jackie is survived by her longtime companion of 34 years Robert Bebout; siblings, Deborah (Michael) Yost, Jeffery Suverison, and Stephen (Sherrie) Suverison; stepfather, George Whitehouse; and nephews, Brian (Tori Sturniolo) Yost, Stephen (Ariane) Suverison II, and Brandon (Olivia) Suverison; and great-nephews, Stephen III, and Oliver; and great-niece, Bailey.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 3PM at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 SR 7N, Pierpont, Ohio 44082. Calling hours will be held from 1PM until the time of service at the funeral home.

Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 SR 7N, Pierpont, is handling arrangements. Online obituary and condolences at www.ducro.com.

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Laura Louise Thompson - July 03, 1960 - November 10, 2023

Departed: 11/10/2023 (Pierpont)

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Mary Ethel Hamilton Carr - December 08, 1945 - October 21, 2023

Departed: 10/21/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Sheffield Township- Mary Ethel Hamilton Carr, 77, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at her home.She was born on December 8, 1945 in Jolo, West Virginia the daughter of Nash and Florence (Muncy) Riffe. Mary was a dedicated member of the Pentecostal Church of God.Over the years, Mary worked for Iten Industries, as well as home health and worked as an administrator for area nursing homes.She enjoyed crafting and loved to make wedding cakes. Mary was a wonderful grandmother, and she loved her grandchildren dearly.Mary is survived by her children, Darlene (Edward Jackson, II) Carr and Denise Hamilton; step-children, Georgia Winslow, Martin Carr, Delta (Jason) Threadgill, Daniel (Michelle) Carr; grandchildren, Edward Jackson (Lisa) Carr, III, Chynna Carr, Zoeey (Daniel) Osterberg, Matthew (Danielle) Carr, Dylan (Terri) Carr, and Ashley (Chris) Hutzell; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Michael, Caleb, Brandon, and Isabella; and her siblings, Doris Reichert, Jay Riffe, Jeannie Tickle, Ronnie Riffe, and David Riffe.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Charles Hamilton and Edward Carr; daughter, Scharlette Dalton; step-children, John and George Carr; siblings, Birdie, Birchie, Beulah, Jacquetta, Donnie, Lonnie and Freda.In keeping with her wishes no services will be observed.Zaback-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 500 W. Prospect Rd., Ashtabula, Ohio, 44004, entrusted with arrangements.Online guestbook and condolences available at www.ducro.com

Sheffield Township- Mary Ethel Hamilton Carr, 77, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at her home.

She was born on December 8, 1945 in Jolo, West Virginia the daughter of Nash and Florence (Muncy) Riffe. Mary was a dedicated member of the Pentecostal Church of God.

Over the years, Mary worked for Iten Industries, as well as home health and worked as an administrator for area nursing homes.

She enjoyed crafting and loved to make wedding cakes. Mary was a wonderful grandmother, and she loved her grandchildren dearly.

Mary is survived by her children, Darlene (Edward Jackson, II) Carr and Denise Hamilton; step-children, Georgia Winslow, Martin Carr, Delta (Jason) Threadgill, Daniel (Michelle) Carr; grandchildren, Edward Jackson (Lisa) Carr, III, Chynna Carr, Zoeey (Daniel) Osterberg, Matthew (Danielle) Carr, Dylan (Terri) Carr, and Ashley (Chris) Hutzell; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Michael, Caleb, Brandon, and Isabella; and her siblings, Doris Reichert, Jay Riffe, Jeannie Tickle, Ronnie Riffe, and David Riffe.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Charles Hamilton and Edward Carr; daughter, Scharlette Dalton; step-children, John and George Carr; siblings, Birdie, Birchie, Beulah, Jacquetta, Donnie, Lonnie and Freda.

In keeping with her wishes no services will be observed.

Zaback-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 500 W. Prospect Rd., Ashtabula, Ohio, 44004, entrusted with arrangements. Online guestbook and condolences available at www.ducro.com

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Fred C. Moore - November 28, 1950 - August 23, 2023

Departed: 08/23/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Fred C. Moore, age 72, went to be with the Lord on August 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on November 28, 1950 in Floyd County, Kentucky, the son of L.B. and Bernece Moore.He retired from Elkem Metals, formerly Union Carbide, after 34 years. He then worked an additional 10 years at Taylor Lumber.He is survived by his wife of 53 years Suzeann Moore, daughter Jami Francis, grandchildren Jonathan and Amanda Moore, great-grandchildren Ariah, Heaven, Caleb and Alexa, his brother Endil, his sister Melissa Grillon, as well as two daughters-in-law Joanne Eager and Bobbie Spencer.He was preceded in death by his son Scott, brothers Terry, Ronnie, and Donnie, as well as his parents.No services will be observed, but instead we will celebrate his life with every breath we take.Funeral arrangements entrusted to Childs-William-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 N, Pierpont, Ohio. www.ducro.com

Fred C. Moore, age 72, went to be with the Lord on August 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on November 28, 1950 in Floyd County, Kentucky, the son of L.B. and Bernece Moore.

He retired from Elkem Metals, formerly Union Carbide, after 34 years. He then worked an additional 10 years at Taylor Lumber.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years Suzeann Moore, daughter Jami Francis, grandchildren Jonathan and Amanda Moore, great-grandchildren Ariah, Heaven, Caleb and Alexa, his brother Endil, his sister Melissa Grillon, as well as two daughters-in-law Joanne Eager and Bobbie Spencer.

He was preceded in death by his son Scott, brothers Terry, Ronnie, and Donnie, as well as his parents.

No services will be observed, but instead we will celebrate his life with every breath we take. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Childs-William-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 N, Pierpont, Ohio. www.ducro.com

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Ottis William Gunner Berg - November 09, 2022 - July 16, 2023

Departed: 07/16/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Ottis William Gunner Berg passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Affectionately known as “Willie G”, the infant son of Amber Botz and Christopher Berg, was born November 9, 2022.Aside from his parents, left to cherish is memory are his sibling, Aden Hess, Landon Hess, Chance Hess, Harley Berg, Christopher Berg Jr., Wyatt Belknap, and Patience Wright; his maternal grandparents, William and Lori Shine of Williamsfield; his paternal grandfather, Travis Blalock of Arkansas; and paternal grandmother, Brienne (Ottis Patrick) Orth of Jefferson.Preceding “Willie G” in death was his cousin, Olivia May Berg.A time to pay your respects will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Childs Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 N, Pierpont, Ohio.Please leave condolences at Ducro.com

Ottis William Gunner Berg passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Affectionately known as “Willie G”, the infant son of Amber Botz and Christopher Berg, was born November 9, 2022.

Aside from his parents, left to cherish is memory are his sibling, Aden Hess, Landon Hess, Chance Hess, Harley Berg, Christopher Berg Jr., Wyatt Belknap, and Patience Wright; his maternal grandparents, William and Lori Shine of Williamsfield; his paternal grandfather, Travis Blalock of Arkansas; and paternal grandmother, Brienne (Ottis Patrick) Orth of Jefferson.

Preceding “Willie G” in death was his cousin, Olivia May Berg.

A time to pay your respects will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Childs Williams Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7 N, Pierpont, Ohio. Please leave condolences at Ducro.com

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Eugene Ray Brockett - February 20, 1942 - June 23, 2023

Departed: 06/23/2023 (Pierpont)

Obituary Preview: Eugene Ray BrockettPIERPONT – Eugene Ray Brockett, 81, died, Friday June 23, 2023 at Ashtabula County Medical Center.The son of Gordon and Alma Jean (Spencer) Brockett, he was born on February 20, 1942 in Ashtabula, Ohio and graduated from Pierpont High School in 1960.On August 26, 1961, he married Janet Eileen Belz and together they celebrated nearly fifty-three years of love, laughter and memories prior to her passing on June 27, 2014. Gene was fortunate to find another wonderful companion to fill the void after the passing of his wife and on May 6, 2017, he entered into a domestic union with Bonnie Warren who has been a wonderful partner ever since.He worked for 7 years at Rockwell Brake before he and his wife, Janet, decided they wanted to raise their family on a dairy farm and established Brockett Family Farm. The farm instilled a strong work ethic for his young family and many kids in the community. Gene also served as a teacher’s aide at Action Academy, a school for at-risk students, and served as a Pierpont Township Trustee from 1974-1981. After retirement, he worked alongside his wife Janet with at-risk children and found helping them to be tremendously rewarding.A member of Pierpont Presbyterian Church, Gene loved his family, grandchildren, socializing, and learning about others, genuinely being interested in the background of everyone he met. He enjoyed traveling and had been to all 50 states and spent numerous winters in Sebring, FL. He also had a special bond and wonderful friendship with his friends in the Amish community.His survivors include his spouse, Bonnie Warren; his beloved children, Ray (Rachel) Brockett of Pierpont, Debbie (Paul) Mascatelli of North Kingsville, and Paul (Sarah) Brockett of Andover; 10 precious grandchildren, Todd, Tim, Matt, Cody, Katilyn, Kimberly, Ashley, Allison, Alexander, and Aurora; 7 much loved great-grandchildren; three brothers, Roger (Gail) Brockett of Pierpont, Bruce (Sharon) Brockett of Deerfield, Gary (Michelle) Brockett of Novelty, and his sister, Dian Britton of Ashland; and many loving nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet; and his parents.Calling hours will be held Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 6-8PM at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont and 10-11AM on Wednesday, June 28 at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church prior to the service.Services will be held Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 11AM at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church, 71 State Route 7, Pierpont. Pastor Larry Carr will officiate. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.Contributions may be made to the Pierpont Presbyterian Church or the Ashtabula County 4-H Program Support Fund #317721 c/o OSU Extension, 39 Wall St, Jefferson, OH 44047. https://www.giveto.osu.edu/makeagift/details/317721The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the medical team at ACMC for the wonderful care given to Eugene in his final days.www.ducro.com Eugene Ray Brockett

PIERPONT – Eugene Ray Brockett, 81, died, Friday June 23, 2023 at Ashtabula County Medical Center.

The son of Gordon and Alma Jean (Spencer) Brockett, he was born on February 20, 1942 in Ashtabula, Ohio and graduated from Pierpont High School in 1960.

On August 26, 1961, he married Janet Eileen Belz and together they celebrated nearly fifty-three years of love, laughter and memories prior to her passing on June 27, 2014. Gene was fortunate to find another wonderful companion to fill the void after the passing of his wife and on May 6, 2017, he entered into a domestic union with Bonnie Warren who has been a wonderful partner ever since.

He worked for 7 years at Rockwell Brake before he and his wife, Janet, decided they wanted to raise their family on a dairy farm and established Brockett Family Farm. The farm instilled a strong work ethic for his young family and many kids in the community. Gene also served as a teacher’s aide at Action Academy, a school for at-risk students, and served as a Pierpont Township Trustee from 1974-1981. After retirement, he worked alongside his wife Janet with at-risk children and found helping them to be tremendously rewarding.

A member of Pierpont Presbyterian Church, Gene loved his family, grandchildren, socializing, and learning about others, genuinely being interested in the background of everyone he met. He enjoyed traveling and had been to all 50 states and spent numerous winters in Sebring, FL. He also had a special bond and wonderful friendship with his friends in the Amish community.

His survivors include his spouse, Bonnie Warren; his beloved children, Ray (Rachel) Brockett of Pierpont, Debbie (Paul) Mascatelli of North Kingsville, and Paul (Sarah) Brockett of Andover; 10 precious grandchildren, Todd, Tim, Matt, Cody, Katilyn, Kimberly, Ashley, Allison, Alexander, and Aurora; 7 much loved great-grandchildren; three brothers, Roger (Gail) Brockett of Pierpont, Bruce (Sharon) Brockett of Deerfield, Gary (Michelle) Brockett of Novelty, and his sister, Dian Britton of Ashland; and many loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet; and his parents.

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 6-8PM at the Childs-Williams-Ducro Funeral Home, 1071 State Route 7, Pierpont and 10-11AM on Wednesday, June 28 at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church prior to the service.

Services will be held Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 11AM at the Pierpont Presbyterian Church, 71 State Route 7, Pierpont. Pastor Larry Carr will officiate. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Pierpont Presbyterian Church or the Ashtabula County 4-H Program Support Fund #317721 c/o OSU Extension, 39 Wall St, Jefferson, OH 44047. https://www.giveto.osu.edu/makeagift/details/317721

The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the medical team at ACMC for the wonderful care given to Eugene in his final days. www.ducro.com

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- Traditional funeral ceremonies with viewing and visitation

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