Dorothy L. DeBolt
GARRETTSVILLE - Dorothy L. DeBolt, 70, died Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, in Ravenna from injuries sustained in a traffic accident on Brosius Road in Nelson. According to the Ohio Highway Patrol, Mrs. DeBolt died after her automobile collided with a van driven by Beverly A. Musgrove, 46, of Garrettsville, on Brosius Road at S.R. 305 at about 10:45 a.m.No charges have been filed and the crash remains under investigation. Born Jan. 11, 1930, in Cleveland, Mrs. DeBolt was the daughter of William and Maysel (Canterberry) Kehn. She had worked at Kmart in Cleveland, the Fleet Avenue Bakery in Cleveland and Betty Semada's Kennel Company. She was active in St. Ambrose Church in Garrettsville. She enjoyed driving Amish friends and looking after her family. Survivors include her husband, Richard E. Sr., whom she married Jan. 19, 1969; and sons, Richard Jr., John and Kenny Kekic, all of Garrettsville. Her son, John E. died Sept. 3, 1992. A brother, Roger Kehn, and sisters, Lorenna Kehn and Loretta Kehn, died previously. There will be no calling hours. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Garrettsville. The Rev. Richard Pentello will officiate. Burial will be in Harrington Cemetery in Nelson Township.Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home (www.legacy.com) in Garrettsville is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be sent to St. Ambrose Grief Support Group, 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville, 44231.

Lucy M. Winters
Lucy M. Winters, 85, previously of Atwater, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at Canterbury Villa in Alliance after a lengthy illness. Born May 1, 1915, in Fairplain, W. Va., she was the daughter of Boyd and Ora Bachtel. She had lived in Atwater for more than 60 years before moving to Canterbury Villa four years ago. Survivors include daughter, Latrecia (Fred) McMullen of Alliance; 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Pat Winters of Ravenna. Her husband, George, died in 1984. Her sons, George D. "Dave" and John died previously - George in 1972, and John in 1998; and daughter Jeanette "Jo" Jones died in 1985. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Atwater Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Wood-Kortright Funeral Home, Atwater Chapel.

Nathaniel E. Myers
AURORA - Nathaniel E. Myers, 72, died Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, at Kensington Care Center. Born July 5, 1928, in Lockhaven, Pa., he was the son of William and Lola (Stiver) Myers. Formerly of Pennsylvania, he had lived in Aurora for 35 years. Mr. Myers was a line worker with the Ford Motor Co. in Walton Hills until he retired. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Wilma (Standley) to whom he was married 50 years; son, Nathaniel Jr. (Helena) of Ravenna; daughters, Karen of Streetsboro and Linda of Aurora; one grandchild; brothers, Bob of Pennsylvania and Glenn of Ravenna; and sister, Evelyn of Indiana. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Shorts Funeral Home, Streetsboro Chapel (www.legacy.com, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, with the Rev. Don Kraps officiating. Burial is in Crown Hill Cemetery in Twinsburg.

Mary D. Pytel
STREETSBORO - Mary D. Pytel, 86, died Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, at Maple Wood Care Centre in Streetsboro. Born Jan. 28, 1914, in Detroit, she was the daughter of Lukas and Mary (Ondrus) Bolha. Mrs. Pytel was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Ravenna. Survivors include her son, John R. of Huntingdon Beach, Calif.; daughters, Helen L. (Rock) Turner of Ravenna, Mary Ann (Jack) Pavlik of Sun City, Calif., and Margaret "Peggy" (Peter) Hammond of Greensburg, Pa.; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers, John and Frank (Ann), both of Greensburg; sister, Agnes (Ned) Freeland of Mechanicsburg; and sister-in-law, Auggie Bolha of Greensburg. Her husband, Frank S.; son, Frank Jr.; sister, Anna Zyvith; and brother, George, died previously. Calling hours will be held from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Thursday at Bacha Funeral Home, Inc., 516 Stanton St., Greensburg, Pa. Services will follow at 1 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church, S.R. 130 East, Jeannette, Pa. Burial will be held in Greensburg Catholic Cemetery in Hempfield Township. Memorials maybe made to the Visiting Nurse and Hospice, Robinson Memorial Hospital, 6497 N. Chestnut St., Ravenna, 44266 or the Alzheimer's Association, 1011 Salem Road, Greensburg, Pa., 15601.

Dell William Stiles
Former area resident Dell William Stiles, 78, of Newberry, Fla, died Sunday, Sept. 11, 2000 at North Florida Regional Hospital after a short illness. Born Jan. 21 in Pomeroy, he was the son of Seth Dell and Ruby Mae (Carson) Stiles. Mr. Stiles had been director of public service for the state of Ohio. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Gainseville, Fla. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Darlene, to whom he was married 44 years; son, Dell Jr. of Stow; daughter Patricia Louise Woods of Roanoake, Va.; stepson, James Kohl of Lake City, Fla.; stepdaughter, Kathleen Hillin of Vancouver, Wash.; seven grandchildren and nine grandchildren. There will be no calling hours or services. Arrangements were made by Worth Cremation Service of Florida.

Trinity Kathleen Zehner
Trinity Kathleen Zehner, the infant daughter of Jeffrey and Denise (Bobby) Zehner of Tallmadge, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at home. She was born Sept. 6, 2000. In addition to her parents, survivors include her sister, Alexis Marilyn, at home; and grandparents, Steve Zehner of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Dave and Kathy Bobby of Brookfield. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Wood-Kortright Funeral Home, Kent Chapel, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, with the Rev. Victor Myers officiating. Burial will be in Mount Peace Cemetery in Hartville.

Joseph R. Novotny
Joseph R. Novotny, 89, of 1658 Jefferson St. SW, Warren, died Monday, Sept. 18, 2000 at Imperial Skilled Care Center in Warren. Born March 17, 1911, in Portage, Pa., he was the son of Andy and Ann (Gavulich) Novotny. Mr. Novotny worked in the paint department for General Motors Corp. in Lordstown until his retirement in 1976. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, receiving the European Theater Service Medal with three bronze stars. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 3332 in Newton Falls. He enjoyed playing cards with his friends. Survivors include his wife, Faye (Tichenor), whom he married April 26, 1947; son, David of Warren; two grandchildren; brother, William "Bill" of Newton Falls; and sisters, Judy Glandorf of Columbus and Eileen Neal of Florida. Sisters Ann Reeves, Katheryn McFarland and Sue Snyder all died previously. Private calling hours were held Tuesday and burial was this morning at 11 a.m. in Newton Township Cemetery in Newton Falls. Arrangements were handled by the Borowski Memorial Home in Newton Falls.

Wallace Girton
Former Rootstown resident Wallace Girton, 71, of Rochester, Wash., died Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2000, at the home of his son, Carey Girton, following a long illness. He lived with his son for the last three years. Born Oct. 27, 1928, in Rootstown, he was the son of Preston and Elizabeth (Lohr) Girton. He was a 1946 Rootstown High School graduate and he attended Kent State University. He was a World War II Navy veteran. He founded and built Hickory Hills Park on New Milford Road in New Milford. He moved to Washington State where he was a State Park Ranger for 23 years. He retired in 1989 as an Assistant Regional Supervisor. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved cutting firewood and then sitting by the fire at his home. He is survived by a son, Carey (Connie) of Rochester, Wash.; a daughter Jean (Darell) Backus of Medford, Ore.; six grandchildren; brothers, Russell of Rootstown and Leslie of Cleveland. His wife, Laura (Shartle) whom he married on Sept. 7, 1948, died in 1989. A brother, Preston, died in 1998. A private graveside service will be on Saturday at Homeland Cemetery in Rootstown. His body has been cremated. Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimers Association.

Irene L. Clark
RANDOLPH - Irene L. Clark, 77, died Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2000, at Manor Care Nursing Home of Akron. Born May 19, 1923 in Ravenna, she was the daughter of Ralph and Iva L. (McMillen) Marvin. She had lived in Randolph since 1958. Mrs. Clark was a homemaker. She attended The Chapel in Marlboro. Survivors include her sons, Leonard of Ravenna and William of Indiana; a daughter, Diane Doak of Ravenna; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and brothers, Leonard and John Marvin, both of Ravenna. Her husband, Albert, died in 1996. Her sisters, Helen Matthews, Louise Bailey and Lucille Showers, and brother, Willis Marvin, died previously. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hillside Cemetery Chapel in Randolph. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Shorts Funeral Home, Ravenna Chapel (www.legacy.com)

Cecil E. Dean
WINDHAM - Cecil E. Dean, Jr., 17, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, at home. The Trumball County Coroner's Office is investigating the cause of death. Born Nov. 25, 1982, in Ravenna, he was the son of Cecil, Sr. and Connie (Baryman) Dean. He was a lifetime resident of Windham. He also resided in Newton Falls for one year. Mr. Dean was a student at Windham High School. He enjoyed cars, music, riding four-wheelers and being with his friends. He especially loved time spent with his family. Survivors include his father Cecil Dean, Sr. of Newton Falls; sisters Jessica and Nichole Dean, both of Windham; grandparents Fred Baryman of Shalersville, Naris Dean of Ranger, W. Va., Doris E. Firtik of Windham; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Mother Connie Dean; grandparents Vlad F. Firtik and Anna Baryman died previously. Calling hours will be held Saturday, from 12 noon to 2 p.m., at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home in Garrettsville (www.legacy.com). Services will follow. Burial will be in Windham Township Cemetery in Windham.

Lois E. Ashley
Lois E. (Nichols) Ashley, 65, of Ravenna, formerly of Medina, died Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2000, at the Portage County Nursing Home in Shalersville following 10 months of declining health. Born May 25, 1935, in Wadsworth, she was the daughter of Charles and Frances (Ray) Daley. A former Medina resident, she had lived in Ravenna for three years. She was a former employee of Spiral Brush Co. of Hudson. She was a member of LaFayette Grange, Prospect House Coffee Club, the Portage County Society of the Blind. Survivors include her son, Chuck (Diane) Nichols of Ravenna; daughter, Tammy (Bob) Siebert of Cape Coral, Fla.; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and brother, Charles (Freda) Daley of Medina. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Wood-Kortright Funeral Home, Ravenna Chapel, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, with the Rev. Vernon White officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna.

Wilbur F. Behymer
Wilbur F. Behymer, 83, formerly of Kentway Retirement Center, Kent, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna. Born Sept. 6, 1917, in Elyria, he was the son of Lee and Marcia (Warfield) Behymer. Mr. Behymer was a self-employed truck driver, starting at the age of 16. He worked at Bissler's Furniture in Kent from 1959 to 1983 as a delivery truck driver. He then worked with his son, Hall, at Stagecoach Antiques in New Baltimore. Survivors include his daughter, Alice Jean (Bob) Ault of Charlotte, N.C. and two grandchildren. His wife, Ruth V. (Chandler), died in 1983. His son, Harold "Butch," "Hal," died in 1991. A brother, Harold, died in 1944 in Italy during World War II. Calling hours will be held from 9:30 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home in Kent, with the Rev. Harry O. Harvey officiating. Burial will be in Stow Cemetery.

Sherron Skaggs, 65
Former Ravenna resident Sherron J. Skaggs, 65, of Fort Pierce, Fla., died Friday, Aug. 25, 2000, at home. She and her husband lived in Ravenna for 16 years before moving to Fla. She was a native of Storm Lake, Iowa and a resident of Fort Pierce for 12 years. Mrs. Skaggs was employed by Lowes Home Improvement before her retirement. She was a Korean War veteran of the U.S. Air Force. She was also a life member of the DAV Chapter 26 in Ravenna. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, James Skaggs; daughter Dorothy Larty of Stuart, Fla; two granddaughters; mother, Hannah Dorothy Crissey of Alcester, S.D.; two brothers; and three sisters. The National Cremation Society handled arrangements. Burial was in Bushnell National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla.

Frank J. Widynski, 49
Frank J. Widynski, 49, of Parma, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, at St. Vincent Charity Hospital in Cleveland. Born May 21, 1951, in Cleveland, he was the son of Stanley and Margaret (Brennan) Widynski. Mr. Widynski was a purchasing agent. He was a member of St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church. Survivors include his daughter, Dawn Marie; stepson, Chris (Jen) Farylo; parents, Stanley and Margaret of Mantua; brothers, Stephen and Bernard; and sister, Mary. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Mallchok Funeral Home, 5660 Ridge Road, Parma, where prayer services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery in Twinsburg. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Harold L. Wood Sr., 75
Harold L. "Woody" Wood Sr., 75, of Sebring, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2000, at Altercare of Alliance. Born Dec. 17, 1924, in Sebring, he was the son of Johnson Walker and Mary Elizabeth (Morgan) Wood. He lived most of his life in Alliance. He attended Sebring Schools. He was part owner of the former Carnation Disposal, retiring in 1987. He was a former policeman for Lexington Township. He was a member of the Alliance American Legion Post 166. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Europe during World War II. Survived include his sons, James and Charles, both of Alliance and Joseph of Fort Worth, Texas; daughters, Linda Sipko of Fort Worth, Texas and Judy Larkins of Alliance; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Jack Woods of Sebring; and sister, Ida Robinson of Sebring. His wife, Helen E. (Weibush) Wood, whom he married Sept. 27, 1947, died in 1993. His son, Harold L. Wood Jr.; brother, Homer; and sisters, Pearle and Blanche all died previously. Calling hours will be 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home in Alliance. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Fairmount Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Alliance Visiting Nurses Hospice, 885 S. Sawburg Road, Suite 106, Alliance 44601.

Elmer R. Bormuth, 74
Elmer R. Bormuth, 74, of Ravenna, a talented compositor at the Record-Courier who during his 42 years in the newspaper business it evolve from hot metal to computerized type, died Friday, Sept. 22, 2000, at Robinson Memorial Hospital. Born May 16, 1926, in Ravenna, he was a son of Vernon D. and Eva Lena (Barkes) Bormuth. He was a lifelong Ravenna resident. Mr. Bormuth started at the Record Courier in 1942 when still in high school and eventually became a compositor. In that capacity he was a specialist in the production of advertisements placed by area businesses. Mr. Bormuth about half of his career composed those advertisements with a linotype machine. Lines of type having been produced by him on the machine, Mr. Bormuth would then place them in a metal frame called a chase and space the type with metal slugs to meet the specifications of layouts submitted by the Advertising Department. It was hot and at times exhausting work, but much of that changed in the mid-1960s when off-set printing was introduced at the Record-Courier and type began being produced photographically by computers that controlled light flashes on photographic paper. From that time on, scissors and a waxing machine were Mr. Bormuth's tools of the trade. Though the tasks involved less muscle and sweat, the hot metal days of his past evoked a kind of masculine pride in compositors like Mr. Bormuth. He would occasionally wax nostalgic about the past and note, "things just aren't like they used to be." Then Mr. Bormuth, always proud of his ability to produce, would get back to creating advertisements out of paper, scissors, and wax. "He witnessed some major changes in the production of newspapers and Elmer handled it all very professionally," Publisher David Dix said Saturday. "He was extremely dependable, the kind of person who contributed importantly behind the scenes and without whom the Record-Courier would not been as successful all these years," Dix said. When not working at the newspaper, Mr. Bormuth enjoyed being with his family. He also liked bowling. Handy with tools, he was an able do it yourselfer. That led, following his retirement from the Record-Courier in 1984, to his becoming a custodian at his church, the First United Methodist Church in Ravenna. Mr. Bormuth was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. The experience left him convinced of the importance of supporting American business and labor. "Buy a foreign car," he used to say, "and put five more Americans out of work." He was a member of the Ravenna Elks. He was a 1944 Ravenna High School graduate. His wife of 44 years, Doris (Dix), survives. Also surviving are his son, Alan (Erin) of Minerva; daughters, Crystal of Deerfield and Beverly of Ravenna; six grandchildren; and a brother, Earl of Kent. A brother, Lester died previously. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. today at Shorts Funeral Home (www.legacy.com) Ravenna Chapel. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church in Ravenna with Revs. Thomas Poremba and Vernon White officiating. Burial is in Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Ravenna.