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age 93, of Canton, passed away Thursday morning. Born in Canton to the late John Sr. and Elizabeth Ondo, he was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of their children, Pierina Ondo, second wife of 23 years, Helen Ondo, sister Mary Ondo, brothers John, George, Joseph and Michael Ondo.
A graduate of McKinley High School, Andy was a state swimming champ. He was retired from the Stark County Sheriff's Department in 1979 with over 30 years, working his way up to detective. In 1967, he was honored as Deputy of the Year. Andy enjoyed golfing and trips to Florida. He was an Army veteran of World War II.
Survived by his children, Andrew Ondo, Darrell (Tammy) Ondo, Denise 'Neatzie' Ondo and companion, Barry Girard, Michael (Rebecca) Ondo; grandchildren, Christopher (Amber) Garcia, Joshua (Danielle) Ondo, Jennifer Ondo, Angela (Kenny) Glick, Wendy (Ondo) Harter; great-grandchildren, Karis and Zayden Garcia.
Respecting Andy's wishes there will be no calling hours or service. Cremation has taken place. The family requests donations can be made to his granddaughter at any Consumer National Bank to the Wendy Ondo (Harter) Charitable Fund toward medical expenses due to pancreatic cancer. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the employees at the Inn at Belden Village and Crossroads Hospice.
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Dan Fitzgerald
December 28, 2014
Darrell and family,
So sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I learned a lot from him on the Sheriff's and always liked working with him.
Vivian Ondo Bahun
December 27, 2014
So many good memories of childhood visits to Canton and fun times with our cousins. Uncle Andy was always a favorite. Sorry for your loss.
John Burns
December 23, 2014
Going to miss you Andy , lots of good times at St Marys of Morges. Rest in Peace .
December 23, 2014
Mike and Becky,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss.
Mike and Heidi Mucci
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Randy L Suarez
December 23, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Becky Russell
December 22, 2014
You will be greatly missed ar the Inn Andy as well as by those of us who have family there. Thank you foe keeping an eye on my mom before she passed and on my dad. I will miss you, dad will miss you and the birds will miss you. Enjoy your best Christmas ever with Jesus
Susan Marino-Totedo
December 21, 2014
I will really miss this man. He was a wonderful person and brought a lot of humor to our lives. Thank you for all of the love and fun you gave over the years.
Curt Sigman
December 21, 2014
My sympathies,to the Ondo family for the loss of your father. He was a man I had a great respect for. God bless you and yours.
Jim Tolin jr
December 21, 2014
My deepest sympathies on Andy's passing.
My father spoke very highly of Andy at the Sheriff's Office.
Ann Contie Benson
December 21, 2014
I had the privilege of getting to know Andy when my mother was also at the Inn. He was a very kind man, loved by all. Heartfelt sympathy to your family for your loss.
Cheryle-Yount Casar
December 21, 2014
May you find peace
Brenda Hardman
December 21, 2014
Mike, Becky and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss and God's gain of a new Angel! May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you with love and sweet blessed memories. Your loss may never leave you, but know that He is among the Angels and with His Savior.
God Bless you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Love,
Brenda Hardman
Rick Seifer, Sr
December 20, 2014
Darrell and all the Ondo Family. I am so sad to hear that Andy passed away. He taught me a lot at the Sherriff's Dept and bullied my son, Rick, Jr. :)
Frank Grosse
December 20, 2014
To all the Ondo family, we re truly sorry for your loss, i just talked with him a week age, he said he felt great.I will miss him very much. Frank Grosse.
Gregg and Leda Pavlides
December 20, 2014
Dear Ondo family,
Deepest sympathies to all of you. Andy was a dear and special friend to Gregg and he will be sadly missed. He loved him like a father. Will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Michael Lanza
December 20, 2014
Darrell and the Ondo Family, I am very sorrow to hear of the passing of your father, my condolences and prayers go out to you and the family. Take comfort in knowing that he is wrapped in the arms of the Lord.
John Clark
December 20, 2014
Darrell and Mike sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Ondo RIP
Rose Klus-Bardnell
December 20, 2014
Many memories of your Dad at Colonial 77 Lanes, He was a very Nice man.
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