Portage County obituaries for Nov. 21-23
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Jack L. Phillip
“Together Again”
Jack L. Phillip, “Farmer Jack”, was reunited with his loving wife, Sandy, on November 16 (their anniversary), surrounded by his children and sister. Jack was born April 3, 1943 and was a lifelong resident of Suffield living his entire life on the family farm. He served in the Army National Guard. A “jack of all trades”, he immersed himself in various occupations and hobbies over the years including obtaining his pilot’s license, being an Operating Engineer, truck driver, butcher, and finally retiring with over 20 years at the City of Tallmadge street department. His life’s calling; however, was to be a steward of the
earth. Farming and gardening were Jack’s way of caring for the land. The soil, he believed, was first and foremost in the pursuance of healthy nutrition. Not only did he educate himself but loved to share his knowledge with others which led to the formation of many friendships. He was quick to acknowledge that he had much to learn.
For Jack, knowledge and a strong work ethic was more important than acquiring money and material possessions. His children might have described him as a bit stern, but they are thankful to him for putting them on the path to being productive and independent. Jack was quite witty and personable and if he met you once, he remembered you forever. He was generous with his homegrown goods and loved nothing more than tending to his livestock.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, John and Leatrice Fulop and his wife, Sandy. He is survived by his children; Gail (Rob) Reinhart, Rebecca (Kyle) Scott, Jason Phillip, Jared (Julie) Phillip, Jacob (Diana) Phillip, Elizabeth (Sam) Vence, and Joyce (Jamie) Springstube; and his sister, Jean Einloth (Dale). He also leaves 14 grandchildren; Ethan and Evan Reinhart, Erika and Emily Scott, Claire, Kacey, and Andrew Phillip, Ben and Madolyn Phillip, Lydia and Isabel Vence, and Greyson, Lily, and Gavin Springstube; and nephews, Mike Einloth, David (Stacie) Einloth and kids and niece, Brenda (Kevin) Watson and kids.
The family extends a sincere thank you to Nurse Kellie Armbruster for her compassion and care.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 13, from 11-5 pm at Suffield Community room; 1256 Waterloo Rd. Mogadore, Ohio 44260.
Gary S. Armstrong
Gary S. Armstrong, 77, of Ravenna, unexpectedly passed away on November 18, 2025.
Clark A. Samodell
Clark A. Samodell, age 68 of Brimfield, passed away November 18, 2025, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by his wife and a few close friends.
Joan Katherine Gray
Joan Katherine Gray, age 88, of Kent, OH, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center. Joan was born November 27, 1936 in Mount Pleasant, OH to the late John and Katherine (McHugh) Drescher.
Beverly J. Schumann
Beverly Jean (Schick) Schumann, 74, born on August 18, 1951 passed away peacefully to her eternal home surrounded by people she loved, on November 18, 2025, after a courageous battle against cancer.
Marsha Loomis
Marsha Loomis, 78, lifelong resident of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025. She was the eldest child of Clyde and Dorothy (Moss) Loomis, born June 22, 1947, in Ravenna, OH.
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