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Joseph Capes Obituary
age 61 of North Lawrence, passed away on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. He was born on Oct. 27, 1951 in Canton, Ohio to Joni Capes and the late Howard Capes. Mike graduated from Akron University with a Master's degree in Special Education. He was employed by Stark County E.S.C. and was assigned to Northwest Local School District as Special Education Director.
He loved the outdoors and took thousands of pictures wherever he went. He and his wife Barbara enjoyed taking their three dogs for walks.
Mike is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Barbara and seven step-children, Jack Blakney, Matt (Terri) Blakney, Kevin Blakney, Stephanie (Craig) Jorza, Deirdre Blakney, Denise Beringer and Jeff (Angela) Blakney. Also surviving are eight grandchildren; his mother, Joni Capes and his sister, Bridget (Ron) Coffman.
A memorial service to celebrate Mike's life will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. with Celebrant, Kevin O'Brien officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home and on Wednesday one hour before the service.
The family would appreciate memorials in Mike's name to the Stark County Humane Society, 5100 Peach Street, Louisville, OH 44641.
Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch
Funeral Home & Crematory
330-833-4839
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Deborah Carrothers
January 23, 2021
Remembering Mike when he taught at Bowerston Elementary. I worked with him many years. Fond memories of our time together.
Debbie and Marc Tomor
February 22, 2013
I would like to say how sorry my wife and I are to hear of the passing of Mike.Through the years he helped my son Marc in many different ways and it was nice to have him in our corner.May he rest in peace.
John and Wanda Overcasher
January 30, 2013
Joni,Bridget, So sorry for your loss.Our love goes out to you and your family. Miss you. Love you deeply.
January 29, 2013
I worked with Mike at Bowerston Elementary. He was a good teacher and loved what he did. Thoughts and prayers are with the family. Myrna Busby, Conotton Valley Schools.
Debbie Carrothers
January 29, 2013
I worked with Mike for several years at Bowerston Elmentary. He was a wonderful teacher and truly cared about his kids. My deepest sympathy goes out to Barb and the family.
Barb Brown
January 28, 2013
Dear Joni,
May God be with you at this difficult time. With my prayers and sympathy,
Dr Ruth Dent-Liles
Dr. Ruth Dent Liles
January 28, 2013
My heart goes out to the family. He was such an outstanding educator and leader! Enjoyed working with him. He will be missed but his leadership qualities will endure forever.
Lynn Boerner
January 28, 2013
As the SCIP teacher in Northwest, I have worked with Mike for many years. He was always very helpful and kind to me. He will be missed. I am praying for the family.
Shannon Bann
January 28, 2013
As a teacher at the ESC, I worked with Mike on occasion and he was always professional and helpful. Many prayers in this time of mourning for your family.
Brent & Sue Burton
January 28, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Stetler
January 28, 2013
Worked with Mike for 4 year. He will be missed. A great person and friend. I was shocked to hear about his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family in this time of loss.
Bill Stetler
Joe Thomas
January 28, 2013
A very good, kind, and gentle man. Michael you will be missed greatly.
January 28, 2013
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all!
Love, Katrin & Brian
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