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2B OBITUARIES NEWS JOURNAL Sunday, October 31, 2004 Charles Richard Price Laura C. Lee SHELBY Laura C. Lee, 75, of Preston Road died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, in MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. She died following a courageous three-year battle with i I (r- 1 AshleyTaft, 19, hugs her boyfriend, Michael Cox, 19, as she Erepares to save for Iraq on Jan.

4 at the National Guard Armory InTarlton, Ohlo.The Army National Guard, which has fallen short of recruiting goals during the prolonged fighting in Iraq, Is trying new marketing beyond the traditional offer of college tuition aid. (APphotos) Theresa Richey CRESTLINE Theresa Richey, 95, of 308 South Washington Ave. died Friday, Oct. 29, 2004, at Galion Community Hospital Extended Care Unit after a brief Illness. Mrs.

Richey was born in Austria-Hungary on July 18, 1909 to the late John and Rosalia (Speigel) Varga, She married Herbert M. Richey, on October, IS, 1949, and he preceded heron September 14, 1980. She was a homemaker, and an area resident most of her life. Mrs. Richey was a member of St.

Joseph Catholic Church, Crestline, belonging to the Altar Rosary Society. She had also worked for a time at White-West-inghouse in Mansfield. She is survived by her son: Herbert M. Richey, Jr. of Sterling Heights, MI; her daughter: Sally Richey of Crestline; and a grandson: Tom and Carly Richey of Orlando, FL; and her brother and sister-in-law: Fritz and Ruth Varga of Crestline.

She was preceded in death by three brothers-in-law: John, Edward, and Frank Richey; and a sister Eva Marvicson. Friends may call Monday, November 1, 2004, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Mark A. Schneider Funeral Home, Crestline, where a vigil service will be held at 8:30 p.m., with the Rev.

Mr. Bill Horning officiating. Mass of Christian Burial will be held, Tuesday, November 2, 2004, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Crestline, with Rev. Michael Schelling officiating.

Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Crestline. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Crestline, in care of the funeral home. C- William Kearney National Guard shifts marketing strategies Suit 1 L. Enrollment lacking THE NUMBERS: Nationally, the Army Guard reached 88 percent of its goal of 56,000 recruits this year, signing up 49,2 1 0.

Ohio was about 500 off its target of 2, 1 00 recruits; Iowa down about 1 30. THE REASONS: Concerns about the war in Iraq and possible long overseas deployment; Pentagon orders that keep some soldiers from leaving active duty and going into the guard; and turnover among recruiters. THE NEW INCENTIVES: More signing bonuses. Free hunting and fishing licenses. And a greater appeal to patriotic duty.

Pink T-shirts. The Associated! Press 8 Born March 1, 1929 in Plymouth to Carl W.andLettieC. (Mink) Bab-cock she had been a Shelby resident the majority of her life. A 1947 graduate of Plymouth High LEE School, she was a former employee of Shelby Spring Hinge Co. and retired from Pioneer Rubber in Willard.

She was a lifetime member the Shelby VFW Post291 Ladies Auxiliary. An avid Skipbo player, she enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles, raising horses, and keeping up on current events by faithfully reading the newspaper. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Robert E. and Sharon Lee of Shelby; one daughter, Lucinda Lee and life partner, Amy Keene of Shelby; five grandchildren; Monica, Brittany, and Jonathan Lee; Trevor and Kayla Ritz; one sister, Ida Mae Fitzgerald of Shelby; nieces, nephews, and other relatives. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J.

Lee in 1996, one daughter, Linda Lee in 2001 and two brothers, Charles and Raymond Babcock. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday from the Bark-dull Funeral Home in Shelby. Reverend Steven C. Bond, of the First Lutheran Church, will officiate with burial in Steuben Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8p.m. Genevieve M. Bee Dorman ATTICA Genevieve M. Bee Dorman, 91, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2004, at home after a long illness.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Attica, with the Rev. Dr. James Hoffman officiating. Burial will be in the Attica-Venice Township Cemetery, Attica.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Lindsey-Foos-Kocher Funeral Service, 1295 W. Tiffin Street, Attica. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Attica, 101 E. High Street, Attica, 44807 or through the funeral home.

Patricia Jo Sombrio MESA, Arizona Patricia Jo Sombrio, 75, died Oct. 24, 2004. The former Mansfield resident worked at Oak Park Tavern for several years and moved to Arizona, where she retired from JC Penney's. She is survived by three sons, Ron (Gloria) Nagel of Mansfield; Bruce (Carol) Nagel of Mansfield; Brian (Sue) Nagel of Delaware, Ohio; a daughter Jude (Jon) Colby of Burney, Calif; a sister Mary Scala; 9 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family Burial and Cremation Center handled arrangements.

Karen Marie Stites MANSFIELD Karen Marie Stites, 48, died Thursday, Oct 28, 2004, at MedCen tral Hospital Mansfield after a short illness. 1 Funeral arrangements are pending at Small Funeral Services. Checkout for the latest breaking news, weather and wire reports. BEIeESEIBI 0 Convenience is ASHLAND Charles Richard Price, 81, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004, in Lutheran Village of Ashland.

He died in the loving presence of his son and daughter-in-law. A longtime Mansfield resident, Charlie was born to Melvin and Gladys (Hus PRICE ton) Price on October 14, 1923, in Marion, Ohio. At the age of 17, Charlie quit school to join the United States Navy. During World War II, he was present during the attack on Pearl Harbor. As Gunner's Mate, he served aboard and survived the sinking of the USS Northampton.

He finished his tour of duty aboard the USS Boston and was honorably discharged in 1945. After returning to the local area, Charlie went to work for Westinghouse Corporation, where he met and married the former Barbara Rose Berno, on January 11, 1947. They remained happily married for 52 years. In his lifetime, Charlie enjoyed many professions. During the 1950's and continuing into the 60's, he worked in automobile sales and management in Mansfield, which included owning his own used car lot.

Upon leaving car sales, Charlie went into professional carpentry, where he plied his craft for several years. Late in life, he obtained his GED and attended Kent State University where he earned his teaching credentials. It was then that Charlie entered the career he loved most, teaching students at Pioneer Joint Vocation School. After his retirement, Charlie and Barbara enjoyed traveling together. Charlie was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying boating, fishing and hunting.

He was also a talented and accomplished wood carver. A deeply religious man, he attended St. Peter's Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Price is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Jane Price of Mansfield.

He is also survived by his sister, Mrs. Joyce (Al) Leonard of Lakeland, Florida and a brother, Dale Price of Sunbury, Ohio, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and two brothers. Memorial services will be held Thursday, November 4, 2004 at 10 a.m. at St.

Peter's Catholic Church. Wappner Funeral Directors assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Monsignor Dunn Foundation. Roger and Jane Price wish to thank all the very special neighbors and friends in Charlie's life whose loving support meant so much. Special appreciation goes to the staff and management at Lutheran Village of Ashland and Hospice of North Central VTONERJ Ohio.

Online guest m-faf U'tKftt registry at www.waQpner.com. Roger A. Stone Sr. MANSFIELD Roger A. Stone 70, of 330 James Ave.

died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, at Mifflin Care Center. Mr. Stone Sr. was born in Akron, on July 14, 1934, to the late Elmer and Laura Abrahms) Stone.

He was a retired chef, and a Mansfield resident for 20 STONE years coming from Akron. Mr. Stone was a both a veteran of the US Army and Marine Corps, serving during the Korean Conflict, and was also a member of Alcoholics Anonymous since October, 1987. He is survived by his son: Roger and Melanie Stone of Mansfield; three grandchildren: Jayson and Robbyn Stone; Joshua and Nichole; Jami Stone; two step-grandchildren: Joseph and Samuel Majors; four greatgrandchildren: Jaycob, Grayce, and Layne Stone; and Kyle De-skin; three brothers: Robert Stone; Richard and Virginia Stone and Gilbert and Delores Stone all of Akron; a sister Joanne Lee of Georgia. He was preceded in death by five brothers and five sisters.

Friends may call Monday, November 1, 2004, from p.m. at the Mark A. Schneider Funeral Home, Crestline, where funeral services will be held at 6:30 p.m., with Rev. Ross Wiseman officiating. Burial will be in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman.

i mi 1 Hfcwf Members of the Army National Guard's ECHO Company 1 st-1 48 Infantry hold hands with other supporters during a "Support Our Troops Rally" In downtown Urbana on April 6, 2003. wanted to dispel that myth." The Nebraska Guard was 87 short of its goal of 519 recruits. It is plastering several Dodge Stratuses with its decals and logos in hopes of catching the eye of potential recruits. Ohio has used Hummers with oversized tires, televisions and booming sound systems for the past few years to draw a crowd. The Guard also plans to increase the number of recruiters from 81 to 106.

Recruiter Lt CoL Jane Harris said there is no way to tell how many recruits have been influenced by the new marketing. Some potential recruits were still drawn mainly to the promise of college aid. The benefit ranges from full tuition reimbursement to aid of up to $4,500 a year to loan repayments. In Loving Memory of LOUISE TORBENCE 10-31-1928 2-29-2004 GOD MADE MOTHERS to be there to comfort and guide. i.ove and forgive.

She's the first to encourage and to lend a helping hand, she knows your every fault and yet because she understands, she makes your life worthwhile. a godly mother is a gift to treasure. and her children gladly call her blessed. Don Ebie Her children riM up nd call her bleated. Proverbi 31:26 We Miss You.

Your Family flnrichiirfrpn kf i DAYTON (AP) Pink T-shirts. Free hunting and fishing licenses. More signing bonuses. And a greater appeal to patriotic duty. The Army National Guard, which has fallen short of recruiting goals during the prolonged fighting in Iraq, is trying new marketing beyond the traditional enticement of college tuition aid.

"There are fewer people who are voluntarily expressing an interest calling or returning postcards," said Lt. Col. Dan Kenkel, spokesman for the Guard in Nebraska. Nationally, the Army Guard reached 88 percent of its goal of 56,000 recruits by the end of September, signing up 49,210. "Recruiting is tougher than it's been in awhile," said James Sims, spokesman for the Ohio Guard, which is about 500 off its target of 2,100 recruits.

Guard officials around the country blame concerns about the war, Pentagon orders that keep some soldiers from leaving active duty and going into the Guard, and turnover among recruiters, some of whom have been sent overseas. Of the 100,000 Army Guard members sent to Iraq, about 110 have died. In the past, young people saw enlisting as a way to get college tuition with little risk to themselves, said Lt Col. Greg Police Craig's Carryoot, 52 W. Fifth Mansfield Someone broke into the building at 5:05 a.m.

Saturday. Items stolen included cigarettes and lottery tickets, police reported. Northwest Mansfield A 34-year-old woman reported getting into a right with her live-in boyfriend, 43, at 8:20 p.m. Friday. She said the man pushed and punched her.

She had red marks, police said. The man was jailed on charges from an earlier incident. The woman refused to file charges, police said. 100 block of Gibson Avenue, Mansfield A 23-year-old man reported someone broke into his home between Oct. 20 and Friday.

Items missing included a computer and printer worth $689, police reported. Auto Zone, 760 Park Avenue West, Mansfield Someone broke out a store window, stealing $50 wheel covers at 12:32 a.m. Saturday. Family Video, 198 Park Avenue West, Mansfield A 29-yearold man reported a man walked out of the store with a $600 DVD player at 1 1 :06 p.m. Friday.

Chris's Cafe, 1 1 1 1 W. Fourth Mansfield A 56-year-old man reported the cash register was short $100 at 12:10 a.m. Saturday. The man said a 21-year-old female employee watched another employee, a 21 -year-old woman, take the Difference! Trust Company I a 1 8 MANSFIELD William Kearney, 66, of Beechdale Drive died Thursday, Oct 28, 2004, at home after a long illness. Bill was born June 24, 1938, in Cleveland, to John and Vera Krueger Kearney.

He graduated from Ohio University as an industrial engineer. He served in the Army and was stationed in Germany. Bill was employed with Ken-nametal, of Latrobe, for 28 years as a Metal Working Systems Engineer II and retired Jan. 1,2004. Bill has been a participating member of A.A.

since 1963. He is survived by his loving wife Sandra Currens Kearney; and one son, Jeff "J.C.," (Sharon) Conley of Mansfield; two wonderful grandsons, Brandon Conley, who was his rock concert buddy who took Bill into the mosh pits, and Corey Conley, his "mister-fix-it," who was always helping Bill around the house. In addition, he is survived by his sister-in-law, Carole Harless, and her husband, Bill's dear friend, Dr. Jack Harless, of Greenville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Joyce Bauer.

Friends may call at Herlihy-Tinsman-Moleno Funeral Home, 173 Park Ave. Monday from p.m. when funeral services will be held with the Rev. Faith Proietti officiating. Interment will be in Mansfield Memorial Park with the Joint Veterans Burial Detail providing military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to A.A. Wednesday Night Mifflin Group, or MedCentral Hospice. Cherie Lindsay-Hardin Mansfield Cherie Lindsay-Hardin, 48, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004, at MedCentralMans-field Hospital. She was born May 24, 1956, in Mansfield to Chester and Inell (Taylor) Lindsay and was an area resident all her life.

She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Nakia and LaTonya Lindsay of Iowa and Ben Earl Hardin III of Mansfield; seven grandchildren, Nakia James, NaJuecha, Shakhilia, NasJuwan, TaPanga and Nautica; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Betty Harris of Cleveland, Shirley and John Myers and Constance Wade all of Mansfield, and Candace Goolsby of Sandusky; two brothers, Chester Lindsay, Jr. of Chicago, Illinois and Craig Lindsay of Wooster; sixteen nieces and nephews; and special friend, John Holifield. She was preceded in death by a son, DeMarco Lindsay, brother, James Jones, and parents, Chester and Inell Lindsay. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at New Life Baptist Church 538 Wayne Street, conducted by Rev.

Sanderfer. Friends may call at the church one-hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery. Family will receive guests at the JL home of her MSAt i niece Chaunta VmPPNER! Goolsby, 1013 YorkwoodRoad. Online guest registry at www.wappner.com.

Hapgood, spokesman for the Iowa National Guard. "Today, that risk has changed," he said. The pink T-shirt bearing the words "Soldier Girl" was designed by Sgt. Stacey Weston, a recruiter in Indiana, to get the attention of potential recruits. She said the Guard quickly ran out of the first order of 800 shirts.

"A lot of young ladies are under the impression they can't be feminine if they join the military," Weston said. "I money out, police said. The suspect gave the woman $36, then left with the rest. The woman returned the cash to the 56-year-old man. Officers could not find the suspect at her home.

200 block of West Main Street, Crestline An officer saw a 2 1 -year-old man squealing his tires at 8:37 p.m. Friday. Police charged him with operating a vehicle impaired, squealing tires and gave him an open container violation. The man was released. A short time later, police responded to a call at the man's apartment on East Main Street.

The man was charged with disorderly conduct while intoxicated, police said. West Fourth and Sycamore streets, Mansfield A 34-year-old woman reported at 6: 1 6 a.m. Saturday 36-yearold man forced her into a car and drove around the north side of the city while hitting her repeatedly. She said the man took her to an apartment where she eventually Bed. Officers said they were unable to find the man.

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