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Devan Somwaru Obituary
WADSWORTH -- Devan P. Somwaru, 38, of Wadsworth, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006.
Born Dec. 22, 1967, in Toronto, Canada, to Jwalla and Ruby Somwaru, he received his bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota and his master's degree at Kent State University. He was an employee of the State of Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby, in June 2005. Survivors include his wife, Laura (Bouman) Somwaru; sons, Jacob, Ethan, and Isaiah; father, Jwalla; sisters, Indira Somwaru, Nadira (Hugh) Pattison, all of Toronto, Canada, Asha (Mark) Dusbabek of Colorado, Ragini Somwaru of Paris, France; brother, Mitra (Della) Somwaru of Minnesota; in-laws, Bernie and Nancy Bouman of Columbus. There are several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles also surviving.
The family will receive friends Sunday, 4 to 7 p.m., at the Hilliard-Mullaney-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth, where funeral service will be conducted Monday at 10 a.m., Pastor Robin L. Hart officiating. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(Hilliard-Mullaney-Rospert, 330-334-1501.)
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for Devan Somwaru
Tina Arbogast
May 24, 2006
Laura,
I just learned of your loss and my heart goes out to you and the boys. I hope with each new day; warm, happy memories will fill your hearts, replacing the grief you all share. My prayers are with you!
Richard Raymond-Smith
May 23, 2006
I will miss you, Devan! Though we didn't get together as much as I would have liked, you were always a lot of fun. Your wonderful sense of humour, intelligence, and wry way of looking at the world were always a source of wonder. To Laura and the boys - you have my sincerest condolences. As you go through the next weeks, months, and years, please know that my thoughts and my love go with you.
Rebecca Cameron
May 19, 2006
Laura: With fond memories of Devan from Kent State, and sympathy and prayers for comfort for you and your children, from Becky, Chris, Catherine, and Jacqueline Cameron
Lynda Stein
May 19, 2006
Laura, friends, and family,
I just learned this sad news. I am so very sorry. I hold you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Lyn
Kim George
May 18, 2006
Laura,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys at this difficult time in your lives.
Christopher & Jennifer Oldenburg
May 18, 2006
Laura...We were so sorry to hear the sad news. We have many great memories of Devan from our days in Kent. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.
Laura, Scott, Josh & Logan Groves
May 15, 2006
Laura and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with through this difficult time.
Pete and Susan Borton
May 14, 2006
Laura,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara Abrams
May 14, 2006
I worked with Devan for the past 11 years and will miss him. Laura, I wish you, the boys and the rest of his family comfort.
Natalie Carr
May 13, 2006
I was very sorry to hear about your loss. You have my deepest sympathies.
Jon Hapner
May 13, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to you at this time of sorrow and loss.
Drew and Carol Martin *New Creations ABF*
May 13, 2006
Laura,
May God bless you and your family in you time of grief. Our prayers are with you.
Jennie Sharp
May 13, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
The Aspers
May 13, 2006
Our prayers go out to the entire family during this difficult time. We are here if you need anything at all.
Jim & Barbara Carmany
May 13, 2006
We want to express our deepest sympathy to you all at this time of sorrow. Hang on to the memories. God's Blessing to you all.
JeVonda Hill
May 13, 2006
You will be missed
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