Judy Ann Fejedelem/Harris
Judy Fejedelem Harris passed away October 28, 2026 at University Hospital in Chardon, Ohio. She was the daughter of Edward Joseph Fejedelem and Virginia Shelton Fejedelem of Mantua, Ohio.
She graduated from Crestwood High School, Mantua, Ohio. She also attended the University of Akron.
She is survived by her long time companion, Frank Sullivan,her daughter, Shellie Archer Heckman, son, Anthony Harris and grandson, David Harris, sister Rosemary Fejedelem Friend of Williamsburg Virginia and brother Carl Fejedelem of Grant, Alabama.
There was no funeral as requested.
Mary G. Rohrer
Mary Genevieve, affectionately known by family and friends as “Mary G,” “Momma Mary,” and “Flower,” passed away on November 4, 2026, at the age of 98, following a brief illness. She was born May 1, 1928, at home on North Mantua Street in Kent, Ohio, to Jay C. Steele and Gladys (Barber) Steele.
Mary was a proud graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School, Class of 1946. She cherished the friendships she made there, and for many years, her classmates continued to gather monthly and annually to stay connected. As the years passed and their numbers grew smaller, Mary was one of the few classmates still living.
In 1948, she married Harold Solitro and moved to Ravenna, Ohio, where they built their life together and raised their family. They became part of the Ravenna community through their family dry-cleaning business, Solitro’s Service Cleaners.
Mary was the talented seamstress for the business, a skill she learned from Harold’s mother. When Harold’s mother retired, Mary inherited that part of the business and became highly skilled in her own right. Many people in the Ravenna area came to rely on her sewing and clothing repair talents. After Harold passed away in 1988, Mary continued operating the family business for a couple of years.
In 1990, Mary married Pershing Rohrer, whom she had met through the dry-cleaning business. Through Persh’s work as a sports writer, the two traveled extensively throughout the United States covering bowling conventions. Their shared love of bowling brought them many wonderful experiences and introduced them to friends across the country. They shared nearly 25 years of marriage before Pershing preceded her in death.
Mary was an avid bowler for many years, playing on a team that won consecutive championships. She was a devoted Cleveland baseball fan and rarely missed watching a Guardians game. She was also one of the biggest supporters of her grandchildren, rarely missing an opportunity to attend their sporting events and cheer them on.
A regular attendee of Immaculate Conception Church in Ravenna, Mary was a woman of faith, kindness, and compassion.
Independent and strong-willed, Mary lived in her own home until her passing. Recently, her daughter Anita and Anita’s dog, Daphne, had moved in to help care for her. For the past ten years, she also enjoyed spending winters in sunny Florida with her daughter Annette and son-in-law Ken, where she loved the warmth and sunshine.
Mary embraced life and technology in a way that was remarkable for someone of her generation. She enjoyed working puzzles on her iPad, keeping up with family on Facebook and Instagram, and using her iPhone to stay connected with those she loved.
She loved animals and had many dogs and cats throughout her life. She also took great pride in the beautiful landscaping in her backyard, creating a welcoming haven for birds and butterflies.
Mary was blessed with a sharp mind and quick wit right up until her final days. Kind, sweet, and genuinely caring toward everyone she met, she touched the lives of so many. Everyone who knew Mary loved her, and she will be remembered for her independence, her warmth, her devotion to family, and the special way she made people feel loved.
Mary is survived by her children: Anita Carr of Ravenna, Ohio; Annette Speidel (Ken) of Viera, Florida; and Matthew Solitro of Georgia; and her stepson, Thomas Rohrer (Sharon) of Logan, Utah. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren: Aaron Halsne (Amy), Matt Byers (Nicki), Jonathon Speidel (Jaclyn), Lindsay Nedley (Alan), Pershelle Rohrer, and Vincent Rohrer.
Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Madison, Gannon, AJ Halsne, Lincoln, Cooper, Brody Byers, Emerson, Parker, James Speidel, and Camden and Olivia Nedley. She is also survived by members of her maternal Steele family in Pittsburgh and Sellersburg, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her siblings Virginia Lee (Mel), Geraldine Mittiga (Frank), Jay F. Steele (Del) and Bill Steele (Pat). Mary will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In accordance with her wishes, there will be no funeral services. A private burial will take place with family. Condolences and memories of Mary may be shared at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.
Keith James Goodell
Keith James Goodell passed away peacefully at his home in Colchester, Connecticut, on October 21, 2026, at the age of 80, with his beloved wife, Anne "Annie" Garland, by his side. Born in Ravenna, Ohio, he grew up on the historic Goodell family farm in Mantua, the son of the late Frank H. and Virginia B. (Black) Goodell.
Keith was salutatorian at Crestwood High School and a top wrestler. He graduated from Hiram College in 1968 with a BS. degree in Mathematics. A motorcycle and a semester in Europe studying art history sparked a lifelong love of travel and art.
Keith built a distinguished career in actuarial consulting, first with UTC divisions and Milliman & Robertson. He then founded Outland Consultants, LLC, in Glastonbury, which he led for 18 years before it merged with Lockton Companies in 2016. He retired in 2021.
A farm boy and many-time 4-H winner, Keith found the tractor simply wasn't fast enough. Motorcycles became a passion, leading to Enduro racing and honors as a top senior rider. Later came road cycling, where a 75-mile ride was nothing unusual. He treasured riding with his son, Joe. When he wasn't on wheels, he was working out with his CrossFit family.
Keith and Anne married in October 2005, a year after they met, and shared a wonderful life of travel, food, wine, art, music, and collies. Each wedding invitation held a living maple leaf, a tribute to the great maple that shaded the Goodell farm. Keith later planted Ohio maples along his Connecticut driveway, a quiet thread running through his life.
He worked hard and played hard. He was a wonderful storyteller, generous, and quietly charming, with the warmest smile. After his thyroid cancer diagnosis in 2020, he met each challenge with grace, determination, and an unwavering belief that he would live to 100.
Keith is survived by his wife, Anne; his children, Roland "Joe" (Sherri) Goodell and Reba Goodell; his grandson, Arthur; stepchildren Lauren and Sam Handel, and John and Ann D'Ambruoso; step-grandchildren Orson, Wild, Virgil, and Alma; his brothers, Jay (Barb) and Bruce Goodell; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, December 13, at 2 pm at Portage Faith United Methodist Church, 9922 State Route 44, Mantua, Ohio. Calling hours will be from 1-2 pm before the service. A Celebration of Life was held previously in Connecticut.
Donald R. Toth
Donald Richard Toth, age 83, of Kent, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Don was born October 13, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Andrew and Mary (Varga) Toth.
After growing up in the Hungarian neighborhood of Buckeye Road in Cleveland, he moved to Kent, where he resided for the past 65 years. He graduated from Kent State University, where he later earned his Master of Education degree. For 35 years, Don dedicated his career to Ravenna High School, where he worked as an Occupational Work Experience, industrial arts, and history teacher, building a lifelong network of close teaching friends. Passionate about school sports, he also coached the Ravenna High School tennis team for nearly two decades and coached cross country for several seasons. A true outdoorsman, he was an avid golfer, downhill skier, fisherman and hunter. He was a proud member of the APCO Fish & Wildlife Conservation Club for over 40 years. He will be remembered fondly as an influential teacher, an energetic sportsman, and an exceptional father and family man.
Don is survived by his loving wife, Darla Toth (Black); his son, Brian (Sharon) Toth; his daughter, Alexa Toth; his stepsons, Trey (Renée) and John Beck; his grandchildren, Joseph (Lena), Sara, Liam, Donovan, Max, and Zoë; his brother, Edward (Donna) Toth; and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Mary.
Calling hours will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home, 628 W Main St, Kent, OH 44240. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 PM with Pastor Gary Beck officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made via check to APCO to fund a memorial structure at the APCO lodge in Ravenna, Ohio.
Services are in the care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory, 628 W. Main St. Kent, OH 44240.
Joyce Rosemary Bales
Joyce Rosemary Bales, age 86 of Edinburg, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2026, at her home.
Gary Lee Ohler
Like a familiar melody carried on well-worn strings, Gary lee Ohler moved through life in his own unmistakable way, steady, solitary, and true to himself. Gary died on November 5, 2026, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, at the age of 72.
Betty J. Schwinn
Betty J. Schwinn 89 of Ravenna passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at UH Portage Medical Center. She was born February 26, 1937 in Ravenna to Edward and Josephine (Reno) Castellano.
Arthur Edwards Jr., "Art", "Papa Door"
Arthur Edwards Jr., “Art”, “Papa Door”, age 91 of Rootstown, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. He was born December 16, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to the late Arthur Sr. and Annabelle Edwards.
Nancy Schneider
Nancy Schneider, 78, passed away following a long battle with dementia. She leaves behind a family who loved her dearly and memories that will be treasured for generations.