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Michaeline A. Buffington 82 of Ravenna passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at Kensington Care Center in Aurora. She was born July 18, 1943 in Barberton, Ohio to Michael and Mary (Mahalko) Machek. Michaeline had lived in Ravenna since 1964 and worked as a packer for Cardinal Packaging. Survivors include her children Beth (Dennis) Blankshine, Dawn (Larry) Feciuch, Dennis (Sharon) Buffington, and David (Andrea) Buffington, many grandchildren and great grandchildren and siblings Joseph Machek and David Machek. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Mary Buccigrossi, Elaine McMillan, Paulette Machek, Michael Machek and Edward Machek. Mickey is remembered fondly by those who loved her as the one who told it like it was. Her goal in life was to be the boss and for those around her she lived up to that mark. A private family graveside service was held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Ravenna.
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141 North Meridian Street, Ravenna, OH 44266

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