ALBERT R. LEDONNE "AL"

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March 23, 1939 - February 25, 2016

Beloved husband of Beverly J. (deceased); father of Al (Kim), Laurie (Stan), Denise (Bill), Colleen (Jesse), Donna (Jim); grandfather of 13; great grandfather of 9; Dear friend of “Big Al”, Tracy, and Louie. Al was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was a gifted auto body restoration expert for over 62 years. He was a retired Ford guy. His passions were his love for his family, classic car cruise-ins, and Las Vegas. Private services will be held.

If you would like to provide financial assistance to the family during this most unfortunate time you may do so by using our Family Assistance and Philanthropy Fund by clicking below. 

DUANE D. WILFONG

February 15, 1926 - February 20, 2016

Duane Delbert Wilfong age 90 died peacefully after his struggle with cancer on February 20, 2016.  Duane was born February 15, 1926 in Pocahontas County, West Virginia.  He and his wife Viola, age 91, have resided in Ohio since 1951.  59 of those years at current address of Jordan Drive, Mentor, Ohio. Duane is survived by his wife, Viola; daughters, Lonna Kuntz (Fred) of Painesville OH, Dianna Zalar of Painesville OH, Johanna Bush (Larry) of Hawley PA; son, Clarence Wilfong (Janene) of Toledo OH; stepdaughter, Donna Diercks of Phoenix AZ.  17 Grandchildren; 35 Great Grandchildren; 3 Great Great Grandchildren. Survived also by brothers; Raymond (Edna), Warren (Dolly), Corbett. He is preceded in death by his son Duane L Wilfong; parents; brothers; Norman (Leta) and Starling; sister; Mary (Angel). Duane was a retiree from the FP&E Railroad in Fairport OH. Duane Wilfong served proudly in the United States Army. He was Honorably Discharged November, 1946. He served his country in the 1st Battalion 11th Airborne Division. Duane was awarded the World War II Victory Medal and Occupation Ribbon for his services.  In accordance to Duane's wishes, there will be no services or calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 East 185th Street, Cleveland OH 44119-1330. 

CHARLIE G. THOMAS JR.

January 31, 1957 - February 12, 2016

Charlie G. Thomas Jr., age 59.  Father of Tonya Abney (Derrick), John Deering (Jillian), and Jason Thomas; Grandfather of six; Great-grandfather of 5; Son of Charlie G. Sr. and Geraldine (both deceased); Brother of John Murphy (Cheryl), and Diane Duncan (Dwight, deceased); Charlie was a lifetime member of AMVETS Post # 40. He was a crane operator at Midwest Materials for 25 years.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday February 20, 2016 form 3-9 p.m. at Lake Erie Bluffs 3301 Lane Rd. Perry, OH 44081.

If you would like to provide financial assistance to the family during this most unfortunate time you may do so by using our Family Assistance and Philanthropy Fund by clicking below. 

DOROTHY SKLENAR

June 3, 1924 - February 9, 2016

Dorothy A. Sklenar (nee Burr) age 91, of Mentor died on February 9 at Heartland of Willoughby. She was born June 3, 1924 in Painesville. Dorothy is survived by her daughter Martha Oakley “Marty” (nee Lukshaw) and her five grandchildren. She belonged to the Mentor Community Church of God and was an avid bingo player. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband James Sklenar and son Johnnie JohnLukshaw. Private family services and burial at Windsor Township Cemetery will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Ave Cleveland, OH 44110-2602 or Mentor Community Church of God 8245 Munson Rd. Mentor, OH 44060.

Arrangements were handled by Blessing Cremation Center 440-352-8100www.BlessingCremation.com

DONNA M. RADIC

February 14, 1937 - February 8, 2016

Donna M. Radic (Nee Pflug).

Beloved wife of Joseph (deceased); Dearest mother of Sharon, Jeffrey, and Jerome; Loving grandmother of Brandon, Kellie, Danielle, Chelsea (deceased), Jeremy, Jessica, Katelyn, and Justin; Great-grandmother of Cayden and Carter; Dear sister of Kenneth Pflug and Carol Pflug. Services will be held at a later date. 

VIRGINIA E. HARTMAN

November 17, 1942 - February 6, 2016

Virginia E. Hartman (nee Wade) went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2016. Beloved wife of Arthur E. (deceased); Dearest mother of Ron (Lisa), William, and Gary; Loving grandmother of Julianne and Rachael; Great-grandmother of Ashlynn; Dearest daughter of Jacob Wade and Mildred (nee Keener) (both deceased); Dear sister of Veramae, Dorothy, Patricia (deceased), Jake, and Daniel; Dear aunt of many. Virginia was the Salutatorian of the 1960 graduating class from Mapletown High School in PA. She was a past employee of Apollo Welding. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting and being with her grandchildren. Private services were held. Contributions can be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Ave Cleve., OH 44110-2602

BORYS "BO-BO" KORDUBA

January 5, 1947 - January 17, 2016

Borys "Bo-Bo" Korduba, Sr. (69) passed away Sunday 01/17/16 at SW General Hospital after complications from surgery. Youngest son of George and Maria Korduba (deceased); little brother of Taras and Zdan Korduba (deceased); loving father of Borys Jr., Andrew and Lisa Korduba. 

A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held at the Weymouth Country Club located at 3946 Weymouth Road, Medina, Ohio, 44256, on FRIDAY 01-22-16 from 5-9pm. Friends and family welcome; food and beverage provided. 

VERONICA DEMEZA

July 10, 1955 - January 16, 2016

Veronica DeMeza (nee Krukowski), age 60, passed away on January 16, 2016, at home surrounded by family after a brief battle with cancer.  She was born July 10, 1955, in Cleveland, and lived in Willowick for the last 26 years. She is survived by are her loving husband of 41 years, Ronald B. DeMeza; daughters Elena Marie DeMeza-Jeavons and Roni Beth Schimmels, Jr. (David); sister Barb Dietrich, and brother James Kurk. She was also a doting grandmother to Kyle, Samantha, Ethan, Alison, and Sydney. She was taken from us too soon and will always be remembered. 

Family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:00pm on Monday, January 25, 2016 at St. Justin Martyr Church, 35781 Stevens Blvd., Eastlake, followed by a brief service.  A private internment will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 for the immediate family at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens. 

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org.

RUDOLPH KNIFIC

November 4, 1926 - January 9,  2016

Rudolph Knific “Rudy” age 89 passed away January 9 at Hospice of the Western Reserve, surrounded by 4 generations of his family. Always sharing a smile, joke or laugh, Mr. Knific was beloved by his community, friends, and all who came in contact with him and his upbeat approach to life. Genuinely interested in others, he was never too busy to learn about them and their families.

 A graduate of The Cleveland Institute of Music with a specialization in the double bass, Mr. Knific pursued his career performing in various venues while developing, owning, and operating an independent insurance agency. After 38 years in both industries, he retired yet maintained his active interest in music by playing with The Hillcrest Community Orchestra and Lakeland Civic Band. He was also an active member of Rotary and a past Master of Lion Heart Lodge achieving 32nd Degree.

After retiring, Mr. Knific enjoyed traveling with his wife, woodworking, outdoor activities, attending the theater, spending time with his family and his “kids”.

He is survived by his wife, Zita, sister Gloria Pracek, children Randolph (Karen), Thomas (Renata), and Donald, grandchildren John (Christine), Gene, Carrie, Christopher, Nina and David. He was predeceased by his parents and brother John.

According to Mr. Knific’s wishes no wake will be held and funeral services are private.

In lieu of flowers please support Hospice of the Western Reserve, Lake County Humane Association, a charity of your choice or perform an act of kindness in his name. 

FLORENCE E. CARROLL

February 23, 1926 - January 8, 2016

Florence E. Carroll (nee Packard)

Beloved wife of Thomas (deceased); Dear mother of John Gibel Jr. (Delynn), Kenneth Gibel, Dianna Kanzig (Bob), Barbara Gibel, Helen Stamper (Mike), Joseph Marks (Brenda), Herbie Gibel (deceased); Dear daughter of the late Fred and Faye, Sister of James (Marcy)(both deceased), William (Natalie deceased), Janet Hall, Fred Jr. (Sheilah), Dolores Flachbart (John)(both deceased), Richard (deceased)(Lois), Robert (deceased); Grandmother, Great-grandmother, and Aunt of many.

Memorial service: Sunday January 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Walton Hills Church of Christ 7166 Dunham Rd. Walton Hills, OH a luncheon will follow. 

JOSHUA ARTHUR KLESS

January 23, 1982 - January 4, 2016

Joshua Arthur Kless, 33, of Mentor, passed away on January 4, 2016.  He was born on January 23, 1982.  Josh was loved by his family and will be missed dearly by his loving parents, Karen (nee Ayers) and Rich Ward and Sam and Gretchen Kless.  He was the loving daddy of Sophia (Mom, Carrie), theproud brother of Jeremy (Kaylee), Jon Drago, and Kalee, and the fun-loving uncle of Giana and Juliana (Mom, Concetta) and Gracie; dearest grandson of  Helen “Nana” and Gene “Pa” Ayers, Flo “Nana” and  Arthur (deceased) Kless, and Richard and Carolyn Ward; great grandson of  Betty Anderson, Gerald and Betty (both deceased) Chisholm, and Arthur and Adele (both deceased) Kless;  Dear nephew of  Laurie Hughey (Jake); Kathy Hearn (Patrick) , Julie, Janet Jagiela (Dieter), Jerry, Gary (Jennifer); Cousin of Chris Hearn (Cherie), Matt Hearn (Dana), Kim Hearn-Vance (Keith), Destiney Hearn, Romona, Cory, Ryan, Andrew Ross (Tiffany), Shayne Smith (Jez), Shawn Mallon, and Zack Ross (Bea);  Second cousin of Gabriel, Olivia, Nicholas, Milo, Oliver, Bria, Harley, Shelby, and Jackson. 

Josh loved his family and lived for the time he spent with them; on walks, sharing meals, and hanging out by the fire or pool.  He was a fan of the Buckeyes, the Browns and all other sports.  He was athletic and was an excellent golfer, always showing off his skills to his grandfather, “Pa.”  He enjoyed the constant care packages sent to him by his grandmother, “Nana.”  Josh was enthusiastic about the possibilities life held for him, and was committed to the Lord, carrying his Bible with him everywhere.  He had a great sense of humor and was loved by all.  The greatest love of his life was his daughter, Sophia; his happiest moments when he was hugging or playing with her. His family was proud of him and acknowledges how hard he tried to succeed.  He is now at peace.  ~John 3:16~

A celebration of Josh’s life will be held on Sunday, January 17th at 2pm at Willoughby United Methodist Church.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Joshua A. Kless Memorial Fund at Huntington Bank.  All funds will be donated to local organizations that are committed to helping those who are fighting addiction, including the Lake House in Painesville, Ohio. 

GARY JOE RICE

January  24, 1958 - December 31, 2015 

Gary Joe Rice, 57, a resident of Geneva, OH for the past 4 years, passed away on December 31, 2015. He was born on January 24, 1958 in Painesville OH. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church of Mentor, He is survived by his wife Donna Horwatt Rice; siblings Ronald Rice, Sharon Vanstone (Chris); son Christopher Rice (Corianna); grandchildren CJ, Kirsten, Kassie Cudnik; uncle Ralph Freeman; niece Linda Owens. Gary was preceded in death by his parents George and Glenna Rice; sisters Deborah A. Kerby, Caroline Elaine Rice; grandparents Thelma and Glenn Freeman, Irene and James Rice; uncle David Freeman.

A graveside service will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Thompson, OH on Friday January 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.   

In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.

E. KARL KMENTT

March 12, 1929 - December 27, 2015

E. Karl Kmentt, age 86, of Concord Township, Ohio passed away December 27, 2015 after a brief illness.  He was preceded in death by his wife Lucille, sister Elfrieda Lewis and brother Richard Kmentt.

Karl leaves behind his daughter, Kimberly Kmentt of Littleton, CO; son, Dr. Bradley Kmentt, daughter-in-law Diana, and grandchildren Ashleigh and Michael of Kirtland, OH; his beloved dog Bogie; sister Hildegarde (Curly) Thomas of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; brother Waldemar Kmentt of NC; and special nieces Jean Farinacci of Cuyahoga Falls and Judy Taylor of SC and many other loving family and friends.

Karl was a native of Akron, OH and a lifelong employee of the General Electric Co. He was a loyal fan of the Cleveland Indians and Browns, an avid golfer and enjoyed many friendships as part of the Quail Hollow C.C.  “Dawn Patrol”.  His only regret is NOT being able to vote against Hillary Clinton in the next presidential election.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Karl’s memory to the Lake Humane Society or to Hospice of the Western Reserve both in Mentor, Ohio. 

A memorial service for family and friends will be held at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio on Monday, April 4, 2016 at 11:00 am. 

DR. HILARY CATHERINE WALTON

August 31, 1969 - December 25, 2015

Dr. Hilary Catherine Walton, 46, of Lyndhurst, OH, beloved daughter of Julie H. Walton of Ellicott City, MD, died at home on December 25, 2015.  Born in Asheville, NC, Hilary spent much of her childhood in the North of England, where her father, Brian George Walton (deceased), was from.  She received a PhD in Biology from Ohio State University in 2005, worked in academic publishing and science writing in NYC, and taught biology at Case Western Reserve University from 2009-2013.  Hilary will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Resurrection in Ellicott City, MD, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 13 with visitation prior, beginning at 1:00 pm, and a reception following.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the HC Walton Foundation a foundation being established in her name to combat bullying in the workplace.

PATRICIA J. GOLOB

September 21, 1930 - December 25, 2015

Dearly beloved wife of Albert (deceased); Dearest mother of Jefferson Gallaher, Tracy Gallaher, Mark Gallaher (deceased); Loving grandmother of Rachel, Ruth, Tracy Jr.; Great-grandmother of Julia, Timothy, Emily, Olivia, Brayden.

Service: Thursday December 31 at 10:00 am. at McMahon Coyne Vitantonio Funeral Home 6330 Center St. Mentor, OH where the family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.

JEANE FOIT

December 9, 1923 - December 12, 2015

Jeane Foit, age 92, passed away Dec. 12, 2015 in Cleveland. She was born on Dec. 9, 1923 in KY.

Jeane was a cashier for Pick-N-Pay for 25 years.

Survivors are her children, Barbara Nash (Odes), Shirley Iannetta (Richard), Libby Haytas (John), Jeffrey Foit (Michele); grandchildren, Lisa Aubrey (Gino), Robbie Nash, Richard Iannetta (Luann), Charisse Betz (Eric), Steven Iannetta (Cathy), Michael Gay (Missy), Michael Boswell (Sue), Vanessa Nietert (Kevin), Anthony Foit (Amanda), Andrew Foit; 24 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by Robert Mahaffey (1st Husband), Edwin Foit (2nd Husband); parents, Alvin David and Cecile Sanford. 

Funeral service will be private. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, please follow our attached link to make your donation. 

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JAMES A. McCOY

Dearly beloved husband of Joy (nee Everett). Dearest father of Jeremy (April), and Jason; Step-father of Tonya, Shannon (Wesley), Monte (Megan), and Tommy; Loving grandfather of 23; great-grandfather of 4; dear brother of Sheila and Dawn.

Memorial Service: December 12 at 11:00a.m. at The West 58th St. Church of God 3150 West 58th. St. Cleveland, OH.