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Born in Akron to the late, Carl and Mary (nee Somody) Orban, Carl was president of Green High School Class of 1950. A veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1952 to 1954, he served in Korea. After his honorable discharge, he was employed at B.F. Goodrich for two years, became an alumnus of The University of Akron, and retired from Chrysler Corporation after 35 years.
Beloved husband of 54 years to Verna (nee Veronica June Soss); dearest father of Michael (Terri) Orban, Diane (Jim) Forcina, Lora (Tom) Oborn, Susan (James) Habyan, and Claudia (Christopher) Drum; grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of three; brother of Nancy Orban, Marybeth Watson (deceased), Linda Kuchenbrod, and Rose (Mark) Forsyth; he will be missed by all.
Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dunn-Quigley Stow Chapel (Kent Rd. at Rt. 91) followed by a memorial service at 7. Inurnment and military honors will be rendered on Thursday at 2 at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman (assemble at 1:45 at the cemetery gate). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to CrossRoads Hospice at (3743 Boettler Oaks Dr., Uniontown, Ohio 44685) or the National Parkinson Foundation (1501 NW 9th Ave., Miami, FL 33136-1494).
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Orban
Jack Grissom
March 26, 2011
Verna & Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Carl was a great friend and co-worker. Our prayers are with you.
Jack & Nancee Grissom
Barb Williams
March 23, 2011
Verna and family, so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you. So many fond memories of the best dancers and fun times we had.
God bless you all at this time with His peace.
Brian, Denise, Emmalee and Madeline Keller
March 23, 2011
Susan and Orban Family,
Our sincere sympathy at the loss of your father. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May your friends and family be a source of comfort in the days ahead and the fond memories of your dad provide healing to you all.
You are in our thoughts.
Karen & Steve Joliet
March 23, 2011
Mike,
We are sad to hear about your dad's passing. Wishing peace for all of your family and strength in your faith.
Ellen & Phil Murray (Limosono)
March 23, 2011
Verna and family, I am sorry to hear of Carl's passing. I have good memories of our families getting together for cookouts when we were growing up. Know that our prayers are with you all.
Harry Miller
March 23, 2011
To all of Carls family we extend our deepest sympathy. I went to school with hin. He was one the consumate nice guys. We used to see each other at the Stow- Springfield basketball games and enjoy a good visit.
March 23, 2011
Claudia, Chris and family,
We are sending many prayers and strength to your family. We still remember all those fun times with Akron University Volleyball. Your dad and mom were like team parents to all of us. My parents really enjoyed all of the dinners and watching the games together. Quiet but so kind hearted. You are all in our thoughts. We love you guys.
Love Bill, Karen, Dom and Paul DiMascio
Randy Jacobs
March 22, 2011
Aunt Verna and Family,
I can still call you Aunt Verna, right?
My heart goes out to you and prayers go up to our Heavenly Father, that He would grant you all peace and comfort.
March 22, 2011
Diane and Family,
Very sorry to hear about your Dad passing away. I am very glad that I met him. What a nice man. You and your family have my deepest sympathies. God Bless you all.
Love,
Barb Blankenship
March 22, 2011
Nancy,
We are sorry to hear of your brother's passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mike & Dorothy Barborak
Norbert Berninger, Sr.
March 22, 2011
Verna and family,
I was so sorry to see about the passing of Carl.
You and Carl were good neighbors to us.
May the Lord comfort you through this time.
Linda Nemeth
March 22, 2011
Mike,
I'm sorry to hear about the death of your father. I am praying for you and your family during this very difficult time. God be with you all.
Tanya Watson
March 22, 2011
Lora and Family, my heart goes out to you during this time. The loss of a loved one is never easy. Know he is at peace and in time your heart will not be as heavy. I will keep you and your family lifted in prayer.
jean w penland
March 22, 2011
i will miss carl, a gentle man, a very gentle man -- my caring to you all -- and love -- jean
Ken Orban
March 22, 2011
My deepest sympathies to all my cousins at the passing of a good husband and father.
March 22, 2011
Dear Diane & family; we are so sorry for your loss. I hope the time you were able to spend with him in this past year will hold him close in your heart and that your mother has some peace from the service offered at Rittman. Ava Singerman & Bob Palmer
Rose & Mark Forsyth
March 22, 2011
Carl was a good, kind man, and the best 'big brother' I could ask for, always so sweet and giving to his family. His body is free from all the pain and suffering. Rest in Peace.
Dunn-Quigley Funeral Homes
March 22, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Nancy, Mike & Trevor Millhouse
March 20, 2011
Lora and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your Father's passing. I have very fond memories of him...he will be missed.
Tina Sherlock
March 20, 2011
Verna and family, I just wanted to offer my sympathy and support to you through this time. I cared for Carl for quite a while and he was an amazing man. He will be missed by many.
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