Obituaries

Portage County obituaries for Aug. 7-9, 2026

- Staff Report

Patrick D. Cavanaugh

Patrick D. Cavanaugh, born on January 22, 1933, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

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Donna Jean Mattmuller

Donna Jean Mattmuller (née Miller), age 98, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, in Anna Maria Nursing Home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born to Harold and Alice Miller, Donna grew up in a close‑knit family with her brothers Wallace, Russell, and John, each of whom shaped her early life with the same steady kindness she later became known for.

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