Karen L. McMillin, age 69 died February 1, 2012 at her home. Karen had lived 32 years in Hartsgrove Twp., then in Hambden Twp. for 10 years before moving to Orwell in 2004. She was born October 30, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio and was employed by Nickles Bakery until retiring January 1, 2012. Karen married Ellis "Mac" McMillin in Chardon, July 10, 1965. She loved reading, working and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors... Read more

James L. Coburn age 83 of Chardon, OH since 1994 and formerly of Eastlake and Painesville was born on May 19, 1928 in Lonaconing, Maryland. He died on January 30, 2012 at UHHS Geauga, Claridon Twp.Mr. Coburn was a machinist at Ohio Rubber and had served during the Korean Conflict in the Army. James enjoyed hunting and fishing.He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Elsie A. (Arno) CoburnFuneral Service will be February 2,... Read more

Judith "Judy" Kelly (nee: Bates) age 73, of Burton, OH died January 30, 2012 at Burton Healthcare Center, Burton, OH. Born October 9, 1938 in Painesville, OH to Wallace and Marjorie (nee: Kaminski) Bates she was a resident of Huntsburg Twp. before moving to Burton in 1997. Judy worked for 20 years as a clerk for Vijac Wholesale Pet Supply in Huntsburg, Twp. Judy Bates married Kenneth Kelly, March 12, 1960 in Painesville, OH. He preceded her in... Read more

On January 24, 2012 Dennis Roeder said good-bye to his daughter Emily; 5 step daughters; Kayla, Julie, Lizzie, Katie, and Racheal wearing no shoes and carrying his guitar with the taste of Ginny's kiss on his lips went to play the big gig in the sky.Dennis was a register nurse for the past 26 years and was employed by Heath Hill- LTACH for 7 years. His nursing career supported his true love of music. He was the co-creator of Marion Avenue... Read more

William F. Pringle age 79 of Mentor died Jan. 20, 2012 at Metro Health Medical Center in Cleveland. Born Nov. 5, 1932 in Fairview, WV to Frank and Nyla (nee: Shriver) Pringle, he was a longtime Chardon area resident prior to moving to Mentor. He served with the US Army during the final days of the Korean War. Bill married Lucille (nee: Minton) on Sept. 22, 1956 in Worthington, WV. He worked as a Supervisor at TRW before retiring in 1983. Bill... Read more

Betty was a loving wife, mother and homemaker. She was a lifelong Thompson Township resident, raised by her grandparents Lewis and Lula McClintock. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, doll making, gardening and taking short trips with her three girlfriends, Mary, Carol and Dorothy. She was known for her fiery spirit, her stories and being able to keep everyone laughing. Betty was also known for pitching in for her community. She was the fire... Read more

Steven was a graduate of CEVAC in 2005. He loved anything dealing with cars: model cars, car shows, watching NASCAR racing. He was a very caring and giving person and enjoyed helping do whatever he could. He helped his family with any and all activities such as daily tasks, splitting firewood, watering plants or washing cars, and he loved to help his mom and sister with their teaching activities. He was very dedicated and committed to his... Read more

Viola C. Roth age 98 of Chardon died Jan. 17, 2012 at the Residence of Chardon. Born July 22, 1913 in Cleveland, OH to Charles and Catherine (nee: Reese) Chaffman, she was a longtime resident of Maple Hts. prior to moving to Twinsburg and finally to Chardon in 2003. Viola was a receptionist in Healthcare Industry and worked for many doctors in Maple Hts. Viola Chaffman married Fred G. Roth on May 20, 1933 in New Cumberland, WV. He preceded her... Read more

Reno A. "Jay" Reda Jr., 52, of Chardon Township, passed away Jan. 16, 2012, at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland surrounded by his loving family, his dogs, and "Reno's Army."Born April 3, 1959, in Youngstown, he had lived in Youngstown before moving to Geauga County in the early 1980s.Jay served as a State Wildlife officer for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for 27 years, retiring Oct. 31, 2008. He has been the host of ... Read more

Robert V. "Bob" Holt, 84, of East Claridon Township, passed away Jan. 16, 2012, at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland.Born Oct. 6, 1927, in Cleveland, he had lived in Novelty before moving to East Claridon in 1963.Mr. Holt was a real estate agent for several real estate offices throughout Lake and Geauga Counties. His family business was Great Lakes Welding and Boiler. He worked with his father and uncles for many years following... Read more