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Glenn James Campbell, Sr. - September 10, 1943 - April 20, 2022

Departed: 04/20/2022 (Ravenna)

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Ruth Jean Knopsnider - March 14, 1940 - April 19, 2022

Departed: 04/19/2022 (Ravenna)

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Joseph "Joey" Charles McAtee - August 30, 2010 - April 19, 2022

Departed: 04/19/2022 (Ravenna)

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Patricia Justice - February 17, 1959 - April 16, 2022

Departed: 04/16/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Justice, 63, of Ravenna, passed away Saturday April 16, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family.  Being a lifelong Ravenna resident, she was born  on February 17, 1959 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Jesse James Smith and Carrie Lou Priester-Munson.  Ms. Justice had worked as an aide for Portage Industries in Ravenna.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Gwendolyn Goldback and Wayne Smith.  Those left to cherish her memory are her children Jermaine J. Justice, Sr., Tyrone J. Justice, Sherice N. Justice, her grandchildren Jermaine, Jr., Olivia, Misaunte, Tyson, Saylor, Taylor, Tyrone, Jr., Malakhi, Luka, Jahzara, her great granddaughter Ivy and siblings Bernard Smith, Stephanie Thomas, Raymond Priester.    Calling hours will be Saturday April 23, 2022 from 11:00 AM until time of funeral services at 1:00 PM at the Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes Ravenna Chapel with Rev. Wes Ransom officiating.  Condolences and memories of Patricia may be shared with her family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Donna Jean McClintock - September 12, 1930 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Donna Jean McClintock, 91 of Medina formerly of Kent, passed away Friday, April 15, 2022 at the Medina Meadows Nursing Home. Donna was born on September 12, 1930 in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania to the late Walter and Catherine (Hotchkiss) Hersh. She was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ravenna. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donald McClintock whom passed away in 1986, her siblings Elaine Hutzel, Margaret Swartzwelder, William Hursh, Ray Hursh and Richard Hursh.  Survivors include her children Craig (Kathy) McClintock, Debra (Robert) Benedict, Doris (William) Thomson and Keith (Jennifer) McClintock, 5 grandchildren,  5 great grandchildren and her sister Alice Jane Christner . Calling hours will be held on Monday, April 18, 2022 from 10:00AM until time of service at 12 NOON at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ravenna with Pastor Dan J. Caruso, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. Condolences and memories of Donna can be shared with her family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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John M Mendiola - March 24, 1925 - April 14, 2022

Departed: 04/14/2022 (Ravenna)

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John M. Mendiola, 97, lived every moment to the fullest and shared his love of life with family and friends until the day he left his earthly existence on April 14, 2022. His Lord and Savior welcomed him surrounded by John’s beloved wife, Ida, and children, Loretta and Frank.

John accomplished much in his long life but his greatest gift was opening his home and heart to so many who called him father, brother, uncle, friend and mentor.

Born in Ravenna where he lived his entire life, John was the only son of Frank and Lucretia Mendiola. Ambitious, he earned his barber’s license before graduating from Ravenna High School in 1943 with the goal of going into business with his father at Mendiola’s Barber Shop.

He was making a lot of plans and the most important included Ida Verna Trocchio, whom he met at a church picnic at Geauga Lake Park in 1940. World War II delayed their future as John enlisted in the US Navy and was sent to the South Pacific. He served on the USS Dobbin, a destroyer tender, that traveled to Australia, the Philippines and New Guinea. Back in Ravenna by 1946, John went into business with his father as the business grew and moved from various locations until it took up residence at 233 South Chestnut across from Portage County Courthouse. You could hear all the latest news while getting your hair cut at Mendiola’s!

John and Ida married on Sept. 2, 1946 at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church in Campbell, Ohio. They established their home in Ravenna close to their parents, Frank and Lucretia Mendiolas and Alfred and Gertrude Trocchio. John and Ida were blessed with four children: Loretta who became a teacher and accomplished quilter; Frank, a talented musician; Rob, a dedicated city planner; and Fred, a local businessman and community organizer.

John saw life had given him so much that he was committed to giving back to his community. He was elected to Ravenna City Council and served for 13 years. He was Mayor from 1982-1983. He was active in the Portage County Democratic Party and served as a precinct committeeperson for many years.

While his children were in school, he and Ida were active in the Catholic Youth Organization at Immaculate Conception. In their later years, they were very active members in the church’s Young at Heart Group, where they found many friends. During the 1950s, John led the local chapter of the American Heart Association after his daughter, Loretta, had open heart surgery when she was eight.

John and Ida were married for 68 years. They loved to travel together and took three trips to Italy to visit the Puglia and Abruzzo regions where their parents were born and where they had relatives. They kept strong ties to family in Vieste and Rivosindali, trading letters and phone calls throughout the year.

Most of their married life was lived in the house on Midland, where they raised their family and welcomed their friends. The house was filled with celebration during John’s annual birthday parties, the last one just a few weeks before he passed. John greeted everyone and was glad for the gifts that included several bottles of wine and other spirits.

Portage County Commissioners declared March 24, 2015 “John M. Mendiola Day” in the county on John’s 90th birthday. His last few years he spent time reading, much of it about World War II history. While he was still in good health, he would take trips with Fred to Florida to visit cousins and his shipmates from the Dobbin.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Ida, daughter Loretta, and son Frank. He is survived by his son Rob; Rob’s wife, DeeDee, and their son, Marcus, and Marcus’ wife, Alissa, all of California; son Fred and his partner Marie Kopan of Kent; daughter-in-law, Olivia, and grandson Alexander of California; sister, Cecilia Passalacqua of Willoughby Hills; numerous cousins in the US and Italy and nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Emmanuel Yanelli, D.O., and his amazing team. John developed an extremely close bond with Dr. Yanelli for which the family will forever be grateful. John’s family would also like to thank the entire staff of University Hospitals Portage Medical Center. We can’t say enough about the UH Portage Medical Center care. The family would additionally like to send its gratitude to the City of Ravenna Fire Department for the care its emergency personnel gave John.

Calling hours will be Monday April 18, 2022 from 4-7 PM at the Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes Ravenna Chapel.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 Am Tuesday April 19, 2022 at Immaculate Conception Church in Ravenna with Father William Kraynak officiating.  Entombment with military honors will follow in St Mary Cemetery Ravenna, Ohio.  Condolences and memories of John may be shared with his family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Austin Marshall, Jr. - October 08, 1946 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Austin Marshall, Jr., age 75, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. He was born on October 8, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Austin and Anna (Arrington) Marshall, Sr.

Mr. Marshall was a 1964 graduate of Ravenna High School and attended Kent State University. He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1969 and held the rank of Sergeant. He retired from the Ravenna General Electric Warehouse and Distribution Center on June 1, 2008, after 38 years of service.

Mr. Marshall was a faithful and devoted member of the Ravenna Avenue Church of God Family for 48 years. He was a willing and committed servant of the Lord who allowed God to use him in several capacities from chairman of the trustees to choir member and pianist. Mr. Marshall had also served as the van driver and as an usher. Additionally, he was a member of the Brothers of Faith from Cleveland, Ohio, where he used his spiritual gift to sing praises and glorify God.

Mr. Marshall leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 54 years, Ruth (Lewis) Marshall; daughter, Lisa Maria Marshall (Raymond O’Neal); son, Austin Ernest Grant Marshall (Brittainy Fortson); grandsons, Austin Ernest Grant Marshall II, and Amare Anthony Marshall all of Ravenna, Ohio; brother, Lamont Marshall of Ravenna, Ohio; his special kids known as “Jerry’s Kids” and a host of relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Austin (Anna) Marshall, Sr., and brother, Price Marshall.

Calling hours will be Saturday April 23, 2022 at Portage Community Chapel Ravenna, Ohio from 10:00 Am until time of the 11:30 Am Funeral services.  Burial with military honors will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery Ravenna, Ohio.  Condolences and memories of Mr. Marshall may be shared with his family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Leonard G. "Lenny" Caruso - January 02, 1949 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Leonard G. "Lenny" Caruso 73 of Ravenna passed away Sunday April 10, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born January 2, 1949 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Victor and Doris (Henderson) Caruso. Lenny was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and worked as a programmer at a machine shop. Survivors include his wife Ginny, children Jean Anderson, John Caruso and Jim Caruso and siblings Marty Caruso, Andy Caruso, Mike Caruso and Vicky Waller. Entombment has taken place at St. Mary Cemetery in Ravenna.

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Linda G. Lucarelli - December 02, 1951 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Ravenna)

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Leonard Edward "Lenny" Retherford, Sr. - April 11, 1942 - April 02, 2022

Departed: 04/02/2022 (Ravenna)

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Teresa E Vanhorn - May 12, 1971 - March 29, 2022

Departed: 03/29/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Teresa E. Vanhorn, 50 of Ravenna, passed away Tuesday March 29, 2022 at Grant Hospital in Columbus following the results of an Auto Accident.  Being a lifelong Ravenna resident, she was born in Ravenna, Ohio on May 12, 1971 to Michael and Marilyn (Steed) Mayle.  She now joins her father Michael Mayle in Heaven who passed away March 12, 2021.  Survivors include her mother Marilyn Mayle, her children Ashley M. Vanhorn, Tracy L. Vanhorn, Chad W. Vanhorn, her grandchildren Nathaniel, Elaina, Genesis "Sissy", her sister Tammy Miller as well many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Friday April 8, 2022 at the Ravenna Assembly of God with Past Gary Beck Officiating.  Condolences and memories of Teresa may be shared with her family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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James V. Bucci - July 12, 1931 - March 26, 2022

Departed: 03/26/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: James V. Bucci 90. a lifelong resident of Ravenna passed away Saturday, March 26, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born July 12, 1931 in Ravenna, Ohio to Pasquale and Michelina (Cirillo) Bucci. James worked as a molder for AC Williams in Ravenna. He loved spending time with his family. And was a big fan of the Cleveland Indians. Survivors include his children Tom Bucci, Janet Bucci Oboczky, Brenda Bucci (Jeff) Harkwell, Rita (Duane) Hoffster and David Burchett, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 4 sisters. Cremation has taken place. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery in Ravenna. Arrangements entrusted to Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Home Ravenna Chapel. The family would like to thank Hospice of the Western Reserve and the staff at the Woodlands for all their care and support.

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Sharon M Waesch - January 25, 1948 - March 25, 2022

Departed: 03/25/2022 (Ravenna)

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Richard C. Stump - November 25, 1935 - March 24, 2022

Departed: 03/24/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Richard C. Stump 86 of Ravenna passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022 at his residence. He was born November 25, 1935 in Ravenna to Henry C. and Katheryn C. (Curtiss) Stump. Richard was the utilities director for the city of Rittman and served in the US Naval reserves. Survivors include his wife of 66 years Nancy (Hopkins),children Richard E. (Karen Fox) Stump, Amy J. Wing and Michael H. Stump, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and he had 1 brother and 4 sisters. At his request cremation has taken place. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna.

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Terry Lee Wyers - June 17, 1954 - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Terry Lee Wyers, 67 of Ravenna, passed away Sunday March 20, 2022 at his home with his family by his side.  On June 17, 1954, he was born in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Raymond and Joyce (Wearley) Wyers.  Terry has lived in the Ravenna and Cambridge area all his life and had retired as an oil well driller.  He enjoyed riding motorcycles, but spending time with his family was most precious to Terry.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Mark, Denny and Raymond Wyers, Jr.  Survivors include his wife Candace (Porcase) Wyers whom he married July 4, 1993, his children Terry  (Kathy) Wyers, II, Ray (Susan) Wyers, Suzanne (Todd) Hurd, Brian (Jane) Lewis, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, his siblings Caryl Hickman, Cheryl Hale, Mike (Carolyn) Wyers, Jeff (Donna) Wyers, his sister in law Debbie Wyers and his canine companion Shiloh.  In honoring his requests, cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of life service will be 2:00 PM Saturday April 2, 2022 at the Ravenna First Church of God, all family & friends are welcomed. Condolences and memories of Terry may be shared with his family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Casey Strenger - January 18, 1972 - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Casey Strenger, 50 of Florida, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2022. He was born on January 18, 1972 in Washington D.C. to his parents Paul and Donna (Reynolds) Strenger. Casey had worked as a tower technician for Overland Contractors and enjoyed listening to music and being on the beach. He is survived by his wife, Deanna Truelove whom he married on January 31, 2017, step-daughter Brooke Truelove, many siblings and step-grandchild Daxton Sandstrom. Per his request, cremation has taken place.

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Marsha E Stidd - September 12, 1947 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Marsha E. Stidd, 74 of Ravenna passed away Saturday March 19, 2022 at Altercare of Brimfield.  She was born September 12, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to the late Philip and Lucy (Williams) Robertson.  Living in Ravenna most of her life she had retired from Portage Industries.  She is survived by her husband David A. Stidd whom she married May 27, 1973, her daughter Kathy Fillmore, her grandchildren Taylor Fillmore, Alex Fillmore, Kendra Fillmore and her siblings Margaret Sunderland and Mark Robertson.  Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Saturday March 26, 2022 at Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna, Ohio.  Condolences and memories of Marsha may be shared with her family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Barbara Jean Doak - October 17, 1934 - March 18, 2022

Departed: 03/18/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Jean Doak, 87, passed away Friday, March 18, 2022 at Woodlands Health and Rehabilitation Center in Ravenna, OH.  Barbara was a life long resident of Ravenna, born October 17, 1934 to the late William and Florence (Abel) Fahey. Barbara and her parents served Jehovah, the God of the Bible, as Jehovah's Witnesses. Barbara symbolized her love and dedication to her God by getting baptized as one of his servants on September 26, 1953 and was a member of the Ravenna, Ohio Congregation. Barbara married the love of her life, James A. Doak, Sr. on December 17, 1960.  They enjoyed 60 years together until James' passing on January 18, 2021.  Both James and Barbara had a firm belief in the promise that's given in the scriptures that very soon Jehovah will resurrect his faithful servants back to life on a restored paradise earth.

Barbara was a homemaker and was always cooking and baking for family and friends.  She loved spending time with her family, spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren.   She also enjoyed vegetable gardening and tending to her flowers, especially her rose garden, canning, embroidery, crocheting, beach vacations and going on boat rides with her husband while he fished.   One of her most important and cherished activities was sharing her faith in Jehovah with others, telling them of the hope for the future.

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Dawn Elaine Golias - August 11, 1953 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Ravenna)

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Jack J. Chambers - May 08, 1942 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Jack J. Chambers, 79, of Ravenna, passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at the Woodlands Health and Rehab Center in Ravenna, Ohio.  Being a lifelong Ravenna resident, he was born in Ravenna, Ohio on May 8, 1942.  In 2004 he retired from Allen Aircraft where he was a production controller, was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Ravenna where he was an usher and a greeter and served on several committees, and in 2016 he and his wife Carolyn were Grand Marshals of the Ravenna Balloon Affair.  Jack was also known as the Mayor of Park Avenue, having celebrated many neighborhood block parties, and if you knew Jack Chambers he was always telling  stories which would start off by "This reminds me of a story."  He was preceded in death by his daughters Jackie Chambers Lapadula and Laura Chambers, his brother Kenny Chambers, and in laws Warren Davis, Beverly Brode and Darold Davis.  Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 60 years Carolyn C. (Davis) Chambers whom he married December 2, 1961, his daughter Peggy (Bob) Collins, son in law Sal Lapadula, his grandchildren Dominic Lapadula, Holly Lapadula, Kelly Collins and Cole Collins, his brother Lee (Marion) Chambers and in laws Nancy Davis, Jerry (Dottie) Brode and Marcia Landon, as well as many family and friends.  In honoring his request, cremation has taken place.  Celebration of Life services will be Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 2-4 PM with memorial services to follow at 4 PM at the First United Methodist Church Ravenna, Ohio with Pastor Norma Bates officiating.  Jack's family would like to thank the staff and his nurses while in comfort corners at the Woodlands Health and Rehab, and Traditions Health Hospice Care, not just for his care, but also the care that was shown to them.  They also ask that in lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to First United Methodist Church Ravenna, Ohio or the Portage County APL.  Condolences and memories of Jack may be shared with his family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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June Hill Dalton - November 02, 1927 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: June Hill Dalton, 94 of Garrettsville, passed away Wednesday March 16, 2022 at Ohman Family Living at Briar Hill in Middlefield, Ohio.  She was born November 2, 1927 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Thomas and Elva (Stowe) Edwards.  Miss Dalton has lived in Portage County most of her life and had worked as a home health care worker.  She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Garrettsville, Ohio.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren, one great grandchild and siblings Martha Adams, Ruth Raskov,  Juanita Horner, Raleigh Edwards, Lawrence Edwards, Harris Edwards and Dale Edwards.  Survivors include her children  Deborah (Tim) Cain, Melanie  Bonkowski, Martin (Jane) Hill, David (Judy) Hill, seven grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.  In honoring her request, cremation has taken place.  Memorial calling hours will be held on Wednesday March 30, 2022 from 6 to 8 PM at the Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Homes Ravenna Chapel.  Private family services were held at Drakesburg Cemetery in Freedom Township, Ohio.  The family asks that in lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the First Baptist Church 7656 St Rt 82, Garrettsville, OH 44231.  Condolences and memories of Miss Dalton may be shared with her family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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Priscella Ann Lewis - December 04, 1948 - March 15, 2022

Departed: 03/15/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Priscella Ann Lewis 73, Paris Township passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Akron General Hospital. She was born December 4, 1948 in Hiram, Ohio to Charles and Mary (Kovach) Fahl. Priscella was a very active member of the Community Bible Church, volunteered at the food pantry and other ministries at the church and loved cooking for others. She worked for the Red Cross as director of purchasing, eventually leaving to become a full time mom and homemaker.

Priscella loved working in her flower garden, pickling, canning and hiking with her husband and dog. Priscella cherished her time with her family, especially the time with her grandchildren. She had a natural talent for writing and recently published a book entitled Mended by the Master and was in the process of publishing volume two of the book.

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Arlene M. Robinson - March 14, 1937 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Ravenna)

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Linda Carol Montgomery - May 12, 1944 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: Linda Carol Montgomery 77 of Ravenna passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center. She was born May 12, 1944 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Earl and Ruby (Gregory) Richeson. Linda worked as a housekeeper at Robinson Memorial Hospital. Survivors include her sons Bryan (Donna) Montgomery and Owen Montgomery, grandson Justin (Tiffany) Montgomery, great grandchildren Brielle and McKenzie Montgomery and siblings Patricia Foley, Barb Cole, Stanley Richeson and Michael Richeson. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Leslie Richeson. A graveside service will be held at 2 PM Monday, March 14, 2022 at Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna with Reverend William Snyder officiating. Condolences and memories of Linda may be shared at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

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John D. Durbin - March 21, 1950 - February 25, 2022

Departed: 02/25/2022 (Ravenna)

Obituary Preview: John D. Durbin, 71, passed away on Friday, February 25, 2022 at his residence. John was born on March 21, 1950 in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late William E. and Mildred I. Durbin. He had worked as a mechanic for the company Dart in Dallas, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Gary Lee Walker and Roger Durbin. John is survived by his wife Maria Durbin whom he married on October 17, 2021, his children John Durbin, Jr., Theresa Jordan, Robert Durbin, Adam Durbin, Jason Burt and Russell Dailey, his sister Patricia Louise (Carl) Formick, nieces Denise (Rick) Formick Sheridan and Danielle Lyn Hunter, nephew Mike (Kerry) Formick, and 8 grandchildren. Per his request, cremation has taken place and no services have been planned at this time.

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You can share the obituary on social media, via email, or through personal notifications to ensure that everyone who needs to know is informed.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

In most cases, yes. You can republish an obituary on anniversaries or special occasions as a way to continue celebrating the person's life.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member. You can also consult with a funeral home or professional writer for guidance.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can add depth and personality to an obituary.

How do I proofread an obituary for errors?

Carefully review the obituary for spelling, grammar, and factual errors before submitting it for publication.

Can I include links to other resources in an online obituary?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to include links to memorial websites, fundraising pages, or other relevant resources.

What if I'm unsure about what to include in an obituary?

Talk to family members or friends who knew the deceased well. They can provide valuable insights and suggestions for celebrating their life.

Can I create a digital archive of an obituary?

Yes, many online platforms offer digital archiving options so that you can preserve the obituary for future generations.

How do I handle cultural or religious traditions in an obituary?

Be respectful of cultural and religious traditions when writing an obituary. Consider consulting with family members or spiritual leaders for guidance.

What if I need additional support during this difficult time?

DON'T hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or professional counselors for emotional support during this challenging time.