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Kathleen Jean Aman (nee Bell)

Kathleen Jean Aman (nee Bell) passed away at home Dec. 24, at the age of 85. Kathleen was born April 13, 1934 in Akron, to Katherine and Peter Bell. She graduated from St. Vincent’s High School in 1952, and graduated from Ursuline College, Cleveland, in 1956, with a bachelor’s degree in education. Kathleen and Sylvester “Joe” Aman were married in 1964 and shared a wonderful life for 50 years. Kathleen taught English at St. Vincent’s for many years, and upon receiving her masters degree in library science from Kent State University, continued as media center specialist at St. Vincent-St. Mary. She was a generous supporter, both in spirit and fi nan-cially, to SVSM school throughout her life. She and Joe were very faithful Catholics and were very active in supporting their parish churches (Sts. Peter and Paul, currently, and Sts. Cyril and Methodious Church, until its closing) where they never missed

Mass or failed to pray the rosary. Kathleen and Joe had a loving and strong marriage, and their personalities greatly complemented each other. Kathleen was outwardly quiet and reserved (while Joe was the gifted prankster and craftsman), but her dry wit and sense of humor belied the introvert that she was.  Although Kathleen and Joe had no children of their own, they loved, encouraged and were very proud of their siblings, nieces, nephews and their families. Kathleen’s appre-ciation of literature and love of reading was a great gift passed down to her nieces, nephews and their children. Kathleen is survived by her brother Robert, sister Suzanne (Leonard) Gucciardo, sister-in-law Katherine Klusty, brother-in-law Robert Nolte and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Kathleen is preceded in Heaven by her loving husband Joe, her parents Katherine and Peter, sisters Mary Carole Stephens and Patricia Nolte and sister-in-law Patricia Bell. In lieu of fl owers, memorials may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul School Scholarship Fund. To share a memory or send a condolence, please visit www.silva-hostetler.com.

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Muriel A. BergdorfMuriel A. Bergdorf, 94,

passed away peacefully in her home Dec. 21. She was born Aug. 18, 1925 in Akron. Muriel was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Clarence A. “Bud” Bergdorf; survived by daughter, Marilou Bergdorf; sons, William P. (Cyd) Bergdorf, Robert A. (Diane) Bergdorf and Charles A. (Debbie) Bergdorf; nine grand-children and 17 great-grandchildren. Muriel’s funeral service was Dec. 27 at Campfi eld Hickman Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203 with Pastor Julie Chapman-Thoms offici-ating. Burial at Lakewood Cemetery.

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Shirley Jeanette Klusty

Shirley Jeanette Klusty, 61, passed away peace-fully Dec. 21, at her home after a long illness. She was born Dec. 31, 1957, in Barberton, to Karen Ware (Turkovich) and Stanley Floyd Ware.  She graduated from Coventry High School in 1976. She worked at Hamlin Steel Products and Alber t Screenprint, Inc. She continued her education at Fortis College in Cuyahoga Falls, graduating in 2006 with an associate degree in medical assisting.  She then worked at Take Care

Clinic in Walgreens. She enjoyed going to Florida and the beach, sewing, her cats, bowling and spoiling her only grand-daughter. She is survived by her husband, Carl Klusty of Akron; sisters Daphne Ware, Debbie Ware, and daughters Carrie (Robert) Lewis, Carla (Nicholas) Dalrymple, and granddaughter Alice Dalr ymple .   She was preceded in death by her mother, Karen Ware and father Stanley Ware.

S h i r l e y ’s F u n e r a l Service was Dec. 28 at the Silva Hostetler Funeral Home, 1199 Wooster Road W, Barberton. Rev. Robert Webb offi ciating. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. To share a memory or send a condo-lence, please visit www.silva-hostetler.com.

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Carmela (Palazzo) Milichev

Together AgainCarme l a (Pa l a z zo )

Milichev, after a 100-year amazing journey on this earth, passed away Chr i s tmas morn ing , Dec. 25. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 19, 1919 to Cataldo and Filomena Palazzo. 17-year-old Carmela was walking through the local park, when Perry Milichev, a young sai lor from Barberton, whistled at her. Th eir lifetime adventure had begun. 

Young Carmela climbed out of her bedroom window and down the family’s fi g tree. Th e couple eloped and married. Th ey raised seven children born at various Naval ports throughout the country: Phyllis Hurst, Brenda White (Ken), Kathleen Leubuf, Violet Megois, (Paul), Patti Scalera

(Ron), Perry Milichev (Shel ly), and Donna Patterson Finch (Larry). Carmela was also loved and will be missed by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-granddaughters, as well as many nieces and nephews. Carmela lived in Barberton for over 65 years and she absolutely loved it.  Coming from the city, she appreciated all the nature surrounding her. Carmela’s green thumb encouraged her to join and hold offi ce in Th e Barberton Garden Club, and her love for all animals encouraged her to nurture many sick and stray animals. She attended Saint Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar Society and spent many volunteer hours baking in the kitchen. Carmela loved cooking and was the happiest when feeding her family. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of fl owers, the next time you enjoy a great plate of pasta, smile, and think of Carmela.

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Mark T. Miller

Mark T. Miller, 64, passed away tragically Dec. 18. He was a lifelong resident of Barberton. Mark was a truly dedicated family man who spent every day with his children and grandchildren. He loved NASCAR and his most prized possession was his Dodge Challenger. Preceded in death by his father, Lee Miller; son, Christopher Lee Miller; brothers, Michael Lee and Jeffrey Allen Miller. Mark is survived by his mother, Jeanette Miller; children, Sarah (Shawn Campbell) Miller, Jeff rey Miller and Meloney Miller (Dave Churchill); grandchildren, Anthony and Darian Campbell, Molly Miller and Kaylee Kerce, Trenton, Mason and Kaydon Churchill; brother, Dennis (Beth) Miller; sisters, Diane ( Jim) Sta l l a rd , Amy (Jim) Quirke; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mark’s funeral service was Dec. 30 at the Campfi eld Hickman Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave, Barberton 44203. Burial at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

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Milford E. “Gene” Starling

Milford E. “Gene” Starling, 81, passed away Dec. 23. He was born Aug. 26, 1938 in Corning, Ohio to the late Clarence and Fauntelle Starling. A resident of Norton for most of his life, he was a U.S. Army veteran. Gene retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier. Preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Verna Jane Starling; brothers, Donald Richard Starling and Jay Starling. Survived by his daughter, Terri (Robin) Lance, grandchildren Ryan and Kyle Lance; along with other relatives and friends. Th e family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dan (Tammy) Starling, Candy (Mike) Whitby, Tom Starling and Nicole Brasiel for all the love, care and support that Gene received.

Gene’s funeral service was Dec. 28 at the Campfi eld Hickman Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton with Pastor Kevin Stutler offi ciating.

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