PEORIA, AZ – Bethany Jean (nee Merritt) Roski, 64, lost her battle against cancer on June 4, 2016, at her home in Peoria, Ariz.

Bethany was a long-time resident of Geauga County and attended Burton Free Methodist Church.

She married Michael Lee Roski in 1970 and they had three children.

Bethany was a 10-plus-year employee at Milbar in Chagrin Falls before she moved to Arizona in 2006.

She will be laid to rest in Welton Cemetery, in Burton, with her husband.

Bethany was preceded in death by her husband, Michael; parents, Harold and Bernadine Merritt; and sister Kay Stephenson.

Bethany is survived by her children, Michele (Steven) Cassidy, Kimberly (Christopher) Garlich and Michael Roski; grandchildren, Tara Cassidy, Tayler Cassidy, Elizabeth Roski, Benjamin Garlich, Jeremy Roski, Alexandra Garlich and Larry Roski; and siblings Janet Stewart, Lynn Merritt, Douglas (Linda) Merrit and Alan Merritt.

Visitation is 2 p.m. Sept. 10, with a memorial service at 3 p.m. at Troy Community House, 13950 Main Market Road, Troy Township.

In lieu of flowers, family is asking for donations to Pawsibilities in Twinsburg in Bethany’s name.

CHARDON – Robert C. Pruce, age 70, of Chardon, passed away Sept. 7, 2016, at his home.

Born March 26, 1946, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to Carl and June (nee Anderson) Pruce, he had been a longtime area resident.

Bob served in the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1971.

He married Nancy Cadwell, in Mentor, on June 24, 1978.

Bob worked at Walkers Hardware and Ametco Manufacturing Corp. until his retirement in 2014.

In his spare time, he enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and using his metal detector.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy, of Chardon; children, Chris (Julie), of Canton, and Sarah (Dan) Brown, of Chester Township; grandchildren, Sophia, Olivia, Ella and Liam; brother, James (Deborah), of Chardon; and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Patricia Cadwell.

Visitation is Sept. 9, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Sept. 10 at Chardon United Methodist Church, 515 North St., Chardon.

Donations suggested to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

MONTVILLE TWP. – Shirley J. “Hooey” (nee Hatfield) Dretzel, age 80, of Montville Township, passed away Sept. 8, 2016, at her home.

Born Sept. 29, 1935, in Gilbert, W. Va., to Moss and Bessie (nee Browning) Hatfield, she had been a longtime area resident.

Shirley Hatfield married John A. Dretzel on Dec. 21, 1957. He preceded her in death in 1991.

She was very active with the Geauga Aerie #2261, serving in many leadership roles over the years.

Shirley was inducted into the Ohio State Auxiliary Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall of Fame on June 19, 2013.

Shirley was a longtime member of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church in Cleveland.

She enjoyed baking and made fabulous pecan tarts, but her greatest joy was spending time with her grandsons, Jax and Caden.

Survivors include her children, John, of Akron, Lori Dretzel, of Manhattan, N.Y., and Beverly (Craig) Lehmann, of Blakeslee, Pa.; grandsons, Jax and Caden Dretzel, of North Royalton; three brothers; three sisters; and many extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; three brothers; and three sisters.

Visitation was 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, 2016, at the funeral home, with burial to follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

CHARDON – Fred T. Klatka, age 94, of Chardon, passed away Sept. 11, 2016, at his home.

Born May 5, 1922, in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, to Stanley and Sophie (nee Jankowski) Klatka, he had been a longtime area resident.

Fred Klatka married Betty Nutt, in Chardon, on June 28, 1947.

He was a longtime technical service representative for the Hill Acme Company, retiring in 2002.

Survivors include his daughters, Sharon (William) Muenz, of Thompson Township, Elaine (Mark) Nelisse, of Montville Township, and Diane (Howard) Benjamin, of Chagrin Falls; sons, Dr. Fred (Pat) Klatka, of Raccoon, Ky., and Paul (Linda) Klatka, of Chardon; 14 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Sarah Butler, Stella Butler, Edeline Goshe, Stanley Klatka, Henry Klatka, Joe Klatka, Paul Klatka and John Klatka.

Visitation is 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016, at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Chardon Municipal Cemetery.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

Alexander C. Villanueva, 88, passed away Sept. 7, 2016.

Born in Point Maion, Pa., Alexander had lived in Burton for most of his life.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korea War.

He retired as an electrician for Charity Hospital in Cleveland and later worked for the Burton library.

Alexander volunteered for the Geauga County Fair.

He was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers.

Alexander is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; daughter, Mary Ann (Stephen) Rhodes, of Tallmadge; son, Alex (Sue) Villanueva, of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Christopher, Lauren and David; great-grandchildren, Mady and Bella; brother Rudy (Louanna) Villanueva, of Parma; and many nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Donovan Bagnoli Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., Tallmadge, 330-633-3350, is handling arrangements.

Carl R. Munn, age 85, former husband of Alice M. (deceased), Jean (deceased) and Margie; loving father of Marcia Kukral (husband, James), Jeffrey (wife, Linda), Gregory (wife, Alice A.), Sabrina Williard (husband, Martin), Joshua (wife, Alicia), Tara Munn and Kristen (Workman) Stahlhut (husband, Sean); devoted grandfather of 20 and great-grandfather of 14; cherished son of the late Carl A. and Ida M. (nee Riczinger); dearest brother of Franklin (deceased) (wife, Ruth) and Bruce (Sarah); dear uncle and great-uncle of many.

Carl was born on March 16, 1931, and passed away on Sept. 10, 2016. He was a 13-year resident of Mayfield Heights and previously resided in Newbury Township.

Carl had been a parishioner of The Old Stone Church, in Cleveland, since 1968, and while there he was a trustee, president and treasurer. He was also a deacon and elder.

Carl was a workhorse on his high school football team, as the fullback, and was valedictorian of Newbury High School in 1949. He graduated from John Carroll University in 1953.

He was president and owner operator of Cleveland Freight Lines.

Carl enjoyed golfing, swimming and church. He loved sports, including the Indians, Browns and Cavs. He enjoyed listening to Nat King Cole and Glenn Miller.

His family and friends would describe him as hardworking, generous and organized. He was always friendly and had a positive outlook.

Carl will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Contributions may be made in Carl’s memory to The Old Stone Church, 91 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113.

Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at The Old Stone Church.

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Carl at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Celebrations Center of Chesterland, 12811 Chillicothe Road (Route 306, just south of Mayfield Road) on Friday, Sept. 16, from 2-4 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Cremation to follow by DeJohn Crematory.

Online obituary, guestbook and order flowers at www.DeJohnCares.com.

BURTON – Judith S. (nee Gevaras)(Marason) Stack, 68 of Burton, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center.

She was born on March 3, 1948, in Cleveland, to Angelo and Gertrude (nee Garbas) Gevaras.

Judy was a graduate of Orange High School, lived in Pepper Pike and moved to Burton in 1980.

She was a dispatcher for the Village of Middlefield for 15 years and was a rescue captain at Burton Volunteer Fire Department for 16 years.

Her hobbies were bowling and shopping. She especially loved being with her grandchildren and great granddaughter.

Her family and friends will miss her, including her beloved husband of 26 years, Robert Stack Sr.; loving children, Susan (Jon) Trumbull, Angela (John) Ludlow, Robert (Rosalyn) Stack Jr. and Russell (Denise) Stack; 12 grandchildren, Charisse, Kathleen, Anthony, Christopher, Dillon, Connor, Heather, Ritchie, Kenny, Samantha, Jordyn and Caylin; and her great-granddaughter, Riley.

Her parents; brother, Gregory Gevaras; and sister, Helen Rehnert, preceded her in death.

Calling hours are 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15 at Russell-Sly Family Funeral Home, 15670 West High St., Middlefield, with a Trisagion Service at 6 p.m.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 16 at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3352 Mayfield Road, Cleveland. (Please meet at the church).

Burial will follow at Welton Cemetery in Burton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions suggested to St. Jude’s, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142 or to the Burton Fire Department, P.O. Box 243, Burton, OH 44021.

Memories and condolences share at www.russellslyfh.com.

NEWBURY TWP. – Patrick J. Kania, age 57, of Newbury Township, passed away Sept. 10, 2016, at his home.

Born March 17, 1959, in Warren, to Walter and Lorraine (nee Steiner) Kania, he had been a longtime area resident.

Patrick married Joann Nelson on Feb. 21, 1988, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Pat could always be counted on to lend a helping hand, dropping off homegrown vegetables and keeping street life interesting. His humor and “Pool Boy” antics will never be forgotten.

Pat was an avid NHS sports fan, even years after his boys graduated.

Mostly, Pat was incredibly proud of Zack’s career and Alex’s work towards a degree from Hiram.

Survivors include his wife, Joann, of Newbury; sons, Michael, of Pennsylvania, Zachary (Kayla Funk), of Newbury, and Alexander (Kristen Verel), of Newbury; mother, Lorraine Kania, of Chester; siblings, Deborah (Tim) Osborne, of Brooklyn, Ohio, Renee Kania, of Eastlake, and Matthew Kania, of Chester Township.

He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Kania.

Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Sept. 16 at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon, followed by a funeral service at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

Anthony C. Kovacic died Sept. 13, 2016, at Eagle Pointe Rehab Center in Orwell.

Born April 21, 1925, in Barberton, Ohio, he had been a longtime Hartsgrove Township resident.

He had worked for 41 years at Chardon Rubber.

Anthony served with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II and was at the Battle of the Bulge, earning a Purple Heart.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Rosemarie (nee Valvoda) Kovacic; sons, Anthony E. (Kathi) and Thomas (Jacky); grandchildren, Amanda (Shawn) Bonnett, Abigail Kovacic, Sarah Kovacic, Bethany Kovacic and Benjamin Kovacic; and sister Anna (John) Wilber.

He was preceded in death by his sisters Mary Buchowski and Ida Kovacic; and brothers, Andrew, Frank, Joseph and Robert Kovacic.

Visitation is 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16 and 10:30-11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.

A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 17 at the Church of St. Mary, 401 North St., Chardon, with burial to follow at Chardon Municipal Cemetery.

Donations suggested to Harbor Light Hospice, 4531 Belmont Ave., Unit #9, Youngstown, OH 44505.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

NEWBURY TWP. – Kay L. Filla, age 65, of Newbury Township, passed away Sept. 13, 2016, at her home from a long battle with Shy-Draggers Syndrome.

Born Feb. 27, 1951, in El Hambra, Calif., she had been a longtime area resident.

Petty Officer 1st Class Kay Knausse met Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Filla while both were in the U.S. Navy stationed at Adak Island, Alaska. They married June 8, 1979, in Palo Alto, Calif., after which they moved to Newbury.

Kay worked as a broadcast designer and later news coordinator with Fox 8 in Cleveland, earning a Regional Emmy for her work in 1983. She retired in 2011 when her disease prevented her from working.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years Michael, of Newbury; and sister, Mary (John) Bacigalupi, of Grass Valley, Calif.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Per Kay’s wishes, no public services will be observed, but she will take one last trip with Mike and be scattered at Big Sur, Calif.

Cremation by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

MIDDLEFIELD – Rita Mae (nee Reed) Wasilko, 81, of Middlefield, formerly of Chardon, born Dec. 3, 1934 in Akron Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 13, 2016.

She was married to the late George Wasilko on May 21, 1960, in Akron.

She enjoyed stamping, baking, crafts, her grandchildren and going out to eat.

Rita Mae was a member of Huntsburg Baptist Church, where she was an AWANA leader.

She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly L. (Robert) Hotchkiss, of Middlefield; son, David G. (Kimberly A.) Wasilko, of Portland, Tenn.; grandsons Joshua Hotchkiss, of Southington, Benjamin Hotchkiss, of Middlefield, and Eric Wasilko, of Portland, Tenn.; granddaughter, Kayla Wasilko, of Portland, Tenn.; brother Pastor G. Ben (Pam) Reed, of Niles; sister, Linda (Terry) Kyser, of Akron; sister-in-law, Kat Reed, of Tallmadge; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by husband, George Wasilko; parents, Clyde and Lucille Reed; brother Robert M. Reed; and grandson Robert L. Hotchkiss Jr.

Friends will call from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon, with service immediately following at 2:30 p.m. led by Pastor Paul Radibinko.

Donations suggested to the Center for Dialysis Care (CDC) at Heather Hill Care Communities, 12340 Bass Lake Road, Chardon, OH 44024.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

CHARDON – Liam A. Bryant, age 3, of Chardon, passed away Sept. 18, 2016, in Chardon.

He was the loving son of Cheryl (nee Intihar) and Paul Bryant.

Liam is survived by his siblings, Victoria Lynn Bryant, Veronica Nichole Bryant and Christian Tyler Bryant; grandparents, Ella and Dale Intihar; aunts and uncles, Bill, Roger, Mark, Barry, Bob, Earlene, James, Maureen and Brian; nephews, Shaun and Killian; and immediate cousins, Charlie, Faye, Alyssa, Allison and Erin.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Margaret and Earl Bryant.

Liam and his older brother were best friends. Liam looked up to his hero Christian and would attempt anything Christian would do. The love between these two was the most powerful love.

Liam was a bright, beautiful boy with a heart overflowing with love.

Liam Axel Bryant will be missed, but never forgotten. We love you!

Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22 at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.

A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 23 at the Church of St. Mary, 401 North St., Chardon.

Donations suggested to a memorial fund in Liam’s name at your local First Merit Bank location.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

MIDDLEFIELD – Jeannette Smith Loomis, 93 of Middlefield, formerly of Parkman Township and Windsor, passed away Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016, at Briar Cliff Manor.

She was born on Jan. 14, 1923, in Parkman, daughter of Howard E. and Alice (nee Randall) Smith.

Jeannette graduated from Parkman High School in 1943. After serving in the U.S. Army Medical Corp, from 1943-1946, she was a medical assistant for Dr. McIlroy, a long-time Middlefield dentist, followed by a position with doctors Ohanessian, Mayer and Ansari in Chardon.

She married Willard D. Loomis on June 26, 1966. They lived on his farm in Windsor for 32 years before he passed away in 1999.

Jeannette was a 74 -year member of the Parkman Congregational Church and for many years attended and was active in the Windsor United Methodist Church.

Having grown up on a farm, Jeannette always loved animals, especially enjoying her several horses, dogs and cats. She also enjoyed gardening, flowers and was an excellent cook, doing her own baking and canning for years.

Jeannette is survived by one sister, Bernice (Joe) Wells, of Parkman; and 15 loving nieces and nephews.

She is also survived by one stepchild, Linn (Sandra) Loomis, of Newcomerstown; two step-grandchildren, David Loomis, of Newcomerstown, and Jennifer (Charles) Turner, of Columbus; and one step-great-grandchildren, Eon Turner.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard; parents; three brothers, Forrest R. Smith, Stanley B. Smith and Donald H Smith; and two sisters Marjorie A. Gray and Maxine I. Hauxhurst.

Calling hours are 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 25 at Russell-Sly Family Funeral Home, 15670 W. High St., Middlefield.

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26 at the funeral home, with Rev. Laurie Krieg, pastor of the Windsor United Methodist Church, officiating.

Burial will be in Parkman Overlook Cemetery following the service.

Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.russellslyfh.com.

CONCORD TWP. – Henry “Hank” E. Weidner Jr., age 87, of Concord Township, passed away Sept. 25, 2016, at Holly Hill Care Center in Newbury Township.

Born Nov. 23, 1928, in Sheffield, Pa., to Henry E. and Kathrine (nee Kujawa) Weidner Sr., he was a longtime Mentor and Concord resident.

Hank served in the U.S. Army Rangers, being stationed in Germany during the Korean War. Upon his return home, Hank attending college in Cleveland and eventually graduated from Duke University.

On Jan. 27, 1959, Henry married Geri Ulicne in Chicago.

After his retirement from Chandler Products, in Euclid, he found enjoyment in yard work and playing in the dirt in the garden.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Geri, of Concord; daughters, Lorene Weidner, of Concord, and Elaine (Brian) Mace, of Medina; and sister Jackie Franklin, of Warren, Pa.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Emma Thompson; and grandson, Connor Mace.

Per Hank’s request, a private burial was held at Saint Joseph Cemetery, in Warren, Pa.

Donations suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

CHESTER TWP. – William E. Zoller, age 90, of Chester Township, passed away Sept. 25, 2016, at his home.

Born Jan. 14, 1926, in Cleveland, to John H. and Grace (nee Dunn) Zoller, he had been a longtime area resident.

Bill served with the U.S. Army Air Corps, stationed in Germany during World War II. Upon returning home, Bill attended Case Institute of Technology, where he earned a B.S. in Electrical Engineering.

William married Felicia Podway, on Aug. 14, 1952, in Garfield Heights. She preceded him in death on Feb. 19, 1990.

Bill’s favorite past time was golfing at Fowler’s Mill and Punderson, but enjoyed playing other area courses as well.

Survivors include his children Mark (Rhonda), of Hernando, Miss., June Marie (Markus) Kastenholz, of Charleston, S.C., Karl (Holly), of Summerville, S.C., and Chris, of Munson Township; and nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Felicia; son Paul; and brothers, John, Robert and Richard.

A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 30 at Saint Anselm Catholic Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, with burial to follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

Dale C. Kropp, age 87, was born on Sept. 9, 1929, in Paris Township, Ohio, to Bryan and Gladys (nee Porter) Kropp.

He was the beloved husband of the late Jackia “June” (nee Wheaton); loving father of Melanie Ku (husband David) and the late David (wife Denise); devoted grandfather of Olivia and Sophia Ku, and David’s five children; dearest brother of Betty Fisher, Rita Kline and the late Virgil and Donald Kropp.

He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Dale was a hard worker all of his life. As a young child, he helped farm the family’s property in Shalersville along with his siblings.

He had a love for automobiles and found his career as a mechanic, working for a number of years at Chink’s Sinclair station, before enjoying a long employment with the Ohio Turnpike Commission, where he worked his way up to becoming the head mechanic of the eastern half of the state.

He liked to joke that he was “just a dumb mechanic,” but those who knew him trusted him like he was doctor for their cars when he repaired them in his home business.

His dedication to his work was certainly proven when, during the blizzard of 1978, he waded across 100 acres of hip-deep snow to the back of the property to reach the turnpike, where a snowplow waited to transport him back to the station, so he could work 30 hours straight.

Dale and June took their family to services every Sunday at the Windham United Methodist Church, where eventually he took on the role of lay leader, assisting the preacher when needed.

Nearly every summer when they had young children, they drove to Myrtle Beach, where Dale enjoyed body surfing with his family or beachcombing for sand dollars at Huntington Beach.

In his retirement years, Dale and June often had dinner, then played billiards or ping-pong in their basement afterward, or took a scenic drive, capped off by ice cream.

He enjoyed golfing, walks, doing word search puzzles, chatting with friends, exercise classes and playing Bingo. He found mowing his large yard to be relaxing and loved his green John Deere tractors, at one time owning three different sizes.

Family and friends alike often compared him to the Energizer Bunny: No matter what health issues or other problems were thrown his way, he persevered, with an optimistic outlook on life, and a resilient can-do attitude towards life.

Dale and June visited 49 states and much of Canada together, whether on bus tours with June’s employer or driving themselves cross-country. They enjoyed the Canadian Rockies, Yellowstone and Alaska, which they drove to several times.

They were reunited on Sept. 22, 2016, as Dale succumbed to complications from a broken leg.

Their final resting place will be in the Beartooth Mountains, which spread across Montana and Wyoming.

Cremation by DeJohn Crematory.

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Dale at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Crematory of Chardon (formerly Ritondaro) 126 South St., on Oct. 2, from 3-5 p.m.

Online obituary and guestbook at www.DeJohnCares.com.

CLARION TWP. – Michaelean “Mike” Pesek, age 71, passed away Sept. 27, 2016, at her home after a long battle with Multiple Myeloma.

Born Sept. 8, 1945, in Steubenville, Ohio, she has been a longtime Geauga County resident and business woman.

Michaelean married Martin Pesek in 1978. In 1986, they moved to Claridon Township, after she purchased the Reynolds Insurance Agency in Middlefield. Over the years, she purchased several other agencies and had multiple locations. She retired from the insurance business in 2006.

Mike had many interests and was an avid gardener. She enjoyed golf, hunting, snowmobiling, four wheeling, hiking and anything to do with the outdoors.

She was an animal lover and loved her dog, Mickey.

She loved cooking for “Claridon Cares,” an organization in Claridon that provides free meals for those less fortunate.

Rotary became a big part of her life when she joined Burton-Middlefield Rotary in 1992. She was the first woman member and went on to be the first woman president of B-MR. She considered all the Rotary members to be part of her family.

While in Rotary, she initiated many projects that were to benefit the veterans. She started an annual motorcycle run which gave 100 percent of their money to veterans and also several fundraisers that provided a substantial amount of money for the construction of the Geauga County Veterans’ Memorial.

Mike was also the liaison for WomenSafe, high school speech scholarship programs and the annual pancake breakfast held every Sunday in March at Berkshire High School.

These were but a few of her Rotary activities.

Mike is survived by her husband of 38 years, Martin Pesek; stepdaughter, Marty; granddaughters, Jacqueline and Katherine; mother, Susan Shultz; and two sisters.

Per Mike’s request, her ashes will be scattered among her flower islands and beds where she spent many tranquil hours tending to them.

There will be a farewell gathering held at Burr Funeral Home 116 South St., Chardon, on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2-4 p.m.

Donations suggested to the B-MR Foundation, P.O. Box 516, Burton, OH 44021.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

CHAMPION – Gary L. Noble, age 59, of Champion, formerly of Chardon, passed away Sept. 27, 2016, at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, in Claridon Township, unexpectedly from a massive heart attack, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Gary was born Nov. 27, 1956, in Cleveland, to Scotty and Mary Ann (nee Mills) Noble.

He was a graduate of Chardon High School, after which he was employed by Mercury Plastics for 35 years.

His greatest passion was found on the dirt track.

Gary is survived by his parents; brothers, Mike (Cheryl), Greg (best friend Jeanie S.), Jeff (Holly); loves of his life ReaAnn, Craig and precious Chloe; and his best friend and companion, Diana English.

He leaves nieces and nephews, Erin Nicsick, Ryan Noble, Tiffany Pandel, Sean Noble and Andrew, Amber and Alexis Noble; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He also leaves many friends from his hometown.

His motorcycle family will surely miss his humor and expertise. We will all miss his laugh; it can never be replaced.

The family will receive friends from 1-3:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon, followed by a memorial service at 3:30 on Sunday, with memories being shared by family and friends.

There will be a private family burial.

The family requests donations to the charity of your choice.

Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

HUNTSBURG TWP. – Bertha A. (nee Aragon) Adams, age 76, of Huntsburg Township, died Sept. 30, 2016, at her home, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born Sept. 11, 1940, in Valle de Allende, in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, she moved to Ohio after marrying Clark Adams, while he was serving in the army at Ft. Bliss in El Paso, Texas, on June 9, 1959. Bertha later acquired her U.S. citizenship.

She was a homemaker, but worked outside the home at Capricia Creations and Briar Hill Nursing Home.

She was a very active member of the Huntsburg Grange #2541 and Lighthouse United Methodist Church for many years.

Her hobbies included cooking, canning, sewing, knitting, garage sales, gardening, bird feeding and spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Bertha is survived by her husband, Clark Madison Adams; daughters, Bertie Ford, of Westerville, Patti (Jerry) Shega, of Medina, and son John (Dona) Adams, of Huntsburg.

She leaves her grandchildren, Andrea Adams, Blair Ford, Clark (Chelsea) Adams, Johnny Adams, Nick and Allie Shega; as well as great-grandchildren, Mason, Faith and Grace Adams.

She also is survived by sisters Maria Aragon and Marta Heredia; brothers Martin Aragon and Antonio Aragon; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Bertha was preceded in death by her son Ernest James Adams; parents, Marciano and Luz (nee Costando) Aragon; brothers, Ramona and Modesto Aragon; and sisters Ana and Manuela Aragon.

The family will receive friends on Oct. 3, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 14780 Mayfield Road, East Claridon.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 4 at the church, with burial to follow at East Claridon Cemetery.

The family suggests donations be made to the church in Bertha’s name.

Arrangements are being handled by Burr Funeral Home, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

MIDDLEFIELD – Sara “Sally” M. (nee Bronson) Cramer, age 84, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully after a brief battle with lung cancer on Oct. 1, 2016, at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center.

She was born July 6, 1932, in Washington County, Pa., daughter of the late Theodore and Prena Bronson.

She married William “Bill” R. Cramer on Nov. 27, 1950, in Greensburg, Pa. They were married 63 years and were residents of Middlefield for over 50 years.

Sara had an associate’s degree in early childhood education and was a former teacher at Lakeland Community College Teaching and Learning Center.

She was a member of the St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, in Mayfield Village.

She was a devoted mother and grandmother.

She enjoyed scenic drives to Lake Erie, swimming and Bible Study, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.

Sara “Sally” will be missed dearly by her friends and family, including her children, Bob (Sharon) Cramer, Carol (Andy) Holloman, Sue (Jay) Becker and Brenda (Paul) Wolff; 11 grandchildren; and six great- grandchildren.

Her parents and husband, Bill Cramer, preceded her in death.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Burial will be at East Claridon Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 435 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Village, OH 44143, or to the Geauga County Department on Aging, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024.

Russell-Sly Family Funeral Home assisted family with arrangements. Memories and condolences share with family at www.russellslyfh.com.