All Obituaries

David L. Pangallo, 73, of Kent, OH and Bonita Springs, FL, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, at home.  He was born on September 28, 1946, in Franklin, PA, to the late Katherine and Ross Pangallo. Dave retired in 2006 after a nearly 40-year career with Schneller. Dave loved life and fought a tough battle with cancer this past year. He was an avid golfer and thoroughly enjoyed golfing with his friends in Kent and in Bonita Springs. He will truly be missed by all who loved him and were...

Carla Jean Bednar, age 60, of Ravenna, died on Monday, February 17, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center. Carla was born October 13, 1959 in Ravenna, to Alfred and Jeane H. (Hall) Space. Class of 1978 from Ravenna High School.  Devoted wife and mother that loved cooking, crocheting, writing. Member of Turning Point Baptist Church of Limaville where she sang and maintained the church social media. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, George M. Bednar; daughter, Jessica (Jayson)...

Walter Edward Wortman, age 85, of Kent, died on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center. Walter was born July 28, 1934 in Bellaire, to John and Laura (Glasgow) Wortman.  He retired from the CIty of Kent Central Maintenance Department after 30 years of service and at Hershberger's Plaza Auto for many years.  Walt was an avid sports fan.  He loved to the outdoors and fishing. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Connie; sons, John (Terri Caudill), Randy...

Mary Alice Bolotin passed away peacefully on February 15, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, after a protracted battle with dementia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fredric Bolotin, and her mother and father, James and Alice Stewart. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Donald and Susan Stewart, sons Scott, Todd, and Kurt Bolotin, as well as her daughters-in-law Lisa Bolotin and Lisa Horwitz and her grandchildren Rachel and Kayla Bolotin and Dylan and Ava...

James Robert VandenBoom, age 61, of Kent, died on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at his home. James was born May 23, 1958 in East Cleveland, to Robert and Patricia VandenBoom.  He graduated from Shaker Heights High School, earned his BFA in Sculpture from Cleveland Institute of Art in 1983 and a Master’s Degree from Kent State University in 1991.  He held Teaching Assistant positions in Cleveland, Kent and Locoste France.  He focused his sculpting in carving, fabrication...

Janet and Larry Shanley Together Again Janet Marie Shanley remarkable mother of 8, age 81, of Stow, OH, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at Stow-Glen Retirement Village in the comfort of her family. Janet was born March 1, 1938 in Ravenna, OH to Glenn and Mary (Hurst) Burridge and raised her family in Kent, OH. She is survived by children, Tom (Patti) Shanley of Brimfield Township, OH, Gerald Shanley of Middle Bass Island, OH, Susan France of Stow, OH, Dean Shanley of Diamond,...

Margaret L. “Peg” Hansen Crapo, age 75, of Kent, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, with family by her side. Peg was born June 16, 1944 in Ravenna, to Louis "Kelly" and Virginia (Thomas) Hansen.  Peg was an avid crafter and enjoyed traveling and teaching crafting at various shows and conventions.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and enjoyed spending time with her family.  She will be greatly missed by her family and...

Irma Colpo, 94, passed away Saturday, February 8th of natural causes. Born in Bakerton Pennsylvania, the third daughter of Frederick and Carmella (Stanga) Pozzini, she lived a long life, full of simple joy and laughter. She gave generously to family and friends as well as to those less fortunate, who never knew of her kindness but benefited from it, nonetheless. She welcomed strangers to her table, to break bread and share a meal. Irma loved to travel, visit with family and friends, play...

On February 5th, we lost an American hero when First Sergeant Donald Thomas Longfield died in Ravenna. He was born in El Dorado, AR to parents Thomas and Frances Anne Longfield. Don was a highly decorated career soldier who dedicated his entire life to service in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army National Guard. He spent over 30 years in the Armed Forces spanning five tours in Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan. He was awarded with the Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, the Combat Infantryman Badge...

Frederick D. Joy, age 63, of Atwater, OH, died on Monday, February 3, 2020. Fred was born March 23, 1956, the son of Rev. Herndon and Imogene (Steele) Joy.  He grew up in Brady Lake, moving to Edinburg Township after marriage to raise his family. Fred had battled renal disease since 1994. With much help and support from his family, boyhood friends, ROTEK INC., church, the Edinburg community and neighbors, kidney donors T. Reed and daughter Jessie, and his wonderful doctors, he was...