1. In Memory of Our Beloved Friends!

2. Shirley A. (Hart) Taylor March 20, 1924 - April 12, 2015
Was secretary of her Ravenna High School Class of 1941
Later organized several class reunions

3. Shirley A. (Hart) Taylor March 20, 1924 - April 12, 2015 (continued)
Attended Kent State University
After marrying Richard Taylor, raised a family
Returned to Kent to earn dual certification and a Master’s degree in Education in Reading
She taught at numerous schools in Ravenna:
Tappan
West Park
West Main
Ravenna High School

4. Shirley A. (Hart) Taylor March 20, 1924 - April 12, 2015 (continued)
“Best... teacher... Ever! She always put her students first, which is why she was so beloved. I will miss you, Mrs. Taylor.”
Bob Ulrich
Was a member of the First Congregational Church of Ravenna, UCC, Junior Tuesday, & Beta Sorosis

5. Patricia Balazs July 2, 1935 to May 16, 2015
Born in Ravenna
Graduated with honors from KSU
Married John Balazs in 1956 and raised a family

6. Patricia Balazs July 2, 1935 to May 16, 2015 (Continued)
Taught kindergarten for 30 years, retiring in 1996!

7. Patricia Balazs July 2, 1935 to May 16, 2015
In retirement enjoyed many things:
Sang in Kent Choral Society
Designed museum quality miniature
doll houses and had a website
Joined a garden club
Traveled with her husband
balazscreative.com/minipat

8. Merrielou Ritz-Johnston February 22, 1928 – June 2, 2015
Was born in Kent, Ohio, but after 1970, spent her life in Streetsboro
Taught Kindergarten for 16 years in Streetsboro City Schools!
Made turkeys in her kindergarten classes for years!

9. Merrielu Ritz-Johnston February 22, 1928 – June 2, 2015
In 1975 was included the Outstanding Elementary Teachers of America book!
Was an accomplished artist in her retirement
Had water-color or oil paintings displayed in the following buildings:
Campus Elementary
Sue Nelson Studio in Kent
Star Bank in Hudson
Pierce Library

10. Marrielou Ritz-Johnston February 22, 1928 – June 2, 2015 (Continued)
Merrielou’s life touched many organizations:

11. Marilyn Alger November 24, 1931 – October 10, 2015
Was a lifetime resident of Mantua Township
Graduated from Hiram College
Helped with her husband’s farm

12. Marilyn Alger November 24, 1931 – October 10, 2015 (Continued)
Taught 42 years at
Crestwood, teaching mostly 5th grade and then technology!
Loved to travel with her husband:
Alaska
Nova Scotia
Mexico
Florida

13. Marilyn Alger November 24, 1931 – October 10, 2015 (Continued)
Was an accomplished artist:
Water colors
Oils
Pencil drawings
Was a member of
Delta Kappa Gamma
OEA
Mantua Grange
Mantua Farm Bureau
Mantua Restoration Society
Mantua Christian Church *Elder

14. Chloe Small March 2, 1927 - July 3, 2009
Was a lifetime resident of Windham
Graduated from Case Western Reserve
Taught kindergarten for 30 years at Katherine Thomas Elementary School!

15. Chloe Small March 2, 1927 - July 3, 2009 (Continued)
Loved
Spending time with family & friends
Discussing politics
Shopping
Going out to eat
Going to the beach

16. Chloe Small March 2, 1927 - July 3, 2009 (Continued)
Loved Dalmatians, especially George!

17. Dr. H. David Mohan November 9, 1940 – November 22, 2015
Held four college degrees:
B.S. in Industrial Arts from California State
M.S. in Industrial Arts from University of
Maryland
M.A in Gerontology from Kent State
University
Doctor of Philosophy from Ohio State
University

18. Dr. H. David Mohan November 9, 1940 – November 22, 2015 (Continued)
Accomplishments:
Director of School of Technology at KSU
Dean & Chief Administrative Officer at Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Campus
Tripled enrollment
Established a fund balance of millions of dollars
Upgraded facilities and technology

19. Dr. H. David Mohan November 9, 1940 – November 22, 2015 (Continued)
Married his wife Connie in 1955 and had 2 daughters
Later in life became Grandpa “Choo”
Was President of the Board of Portage Area Senior Citizens
Our Senior Center offers social and recreational activities to all Portage County senior citizens. Activities include bingo, cards games, chair volleyball, bus trips, bake sales, holiday parties...

20. Robert Stanton May 21, 1919 – Dec 12, 2015
Arch supporter of the Rough Riders

21. Robert Stanton May 21, 1919 – Dec 12, 2015 (continued)
Born on the family farm in
North Kingsville
Attended Houghton College
to become a teacher
In the Burma India Theater was a Communication Officer during World War II

22. Robert Stanton May 21, 1919 – Dec 12, 2015 (continued)
With degrees from Western Reserve and Harvard, he served the following positions:
Principal of Willoughby High School
Superintendent of Kent Roosevelt
Business Manager of Northeastern Ohio College of Medicine
Superintendent of Plainwell City Schools, Michigan
Was deeply honored to have Stanton Middle School named after him!

23. Thank you for leading new generations along the path toward curiosity and knowledge!
CEE