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Margaret Kochan Obituary
CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Margaret F. Kochan, 88 years old, was born in Farmington, West Virginia, October 17, 1920, lived in Cuyahoga Falls since 1926 and passed away quietly at home, November 6, 2008, joining her husband Steve S. Kochan with their Heavenly Father.
She was a long time member of the Cuyahoga Falls United Presbyterian Church and worked 22 years at the Cuyahoga Falls High School Cafeteria.
She will be deeply missed by her children, Steve A. and Linda Kochan of Munroe Falls, Sandra K. Hoagland and Thomas E. Kochan, both of Cuyahoga Falls; six grandchildren, Michelle R. (Gabe) Maher, Teent Marie (Dawn) Hoagland, Michael Hoagland, Mary (Chris) Gutman, David (Kellie) Kochan and Eric Kochan; and seven great-grandchildren. She also leaves her deeply loved sisters, Eleanor Grimes and Betty (Harvey) Hanes along with many nieces, nephews and close friends.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, November 14th, in the Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, and Saturday From 9 to 10 a.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, 2819 Hudson Dr,, Cuyahoga Falls, where a funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Rev. J. Ross Slaughter officiating. Interment at Crown Hill Cemetery, Twinsburg, Ohio. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Summa, P.O. Box 2090, Akron, OH 44398-6153 in her memory.
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Dawn Hoagland
November 14, 2008
To the Kochan/Hoagland family~
I am so VERY sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person and I am sure she is making a wonderful angel too. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand and comfort you in such a sad time!
PS~ I am going to miss her help in the kitchen...She was a wonderful cook! Maybe she will still be able to help me from above!
Ken, Wendy, Jacquelyn & Zachary
November 13, 2008
We loved Grandma Kochan. She was always so happy and I seeing her at all your family activities of the years. Grandmas always hold special places in our hearts. We love you too Michelle, Gabe, Steve and Linda.
Roberta Russo
November 13, 2008
Tom and Family, I am sorry for your loss.Your in my prayers. Bert
The Staff of Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home
November 13, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Adam and Megan Wall
November 11, 2008
Our love and prayer are with you as you go through this time of loss. Remember all the blessed times you were able to share with Margaret. God bless.
Linda Platou
November 11, 2008
Your mother was such a neat person. I always enjoyed visiting with her whenever she was down here or I was up there. She always was able to make me laugh with her stories and helpful hints. You are all in my prayers
Harry, Jan, Holly Gouck
November 11, 2008
We know Margaret was dearly loved and her presence will be dearly missed. But she is now is the glorious presence of her Father in Heaven and there is no better place to be. Her life is truly one to be celebrated for all she did for others and the love she gave to all.
Michelle Kochan Maher
November 11, 2008
I love you Grandma! I will miss you everyday.
Gary Eiber
November 10, 2008
condolences to Steve and family
James Bidwell
November 10, 2008
Dear Steve:
I am saddened to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother and offer my condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Your high school friend,
Jim Bidwell
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