by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Brett Dubinsky, Ed Jordan, Lee Jordan & Tom “Jake” Schmauch Four friends, Brett Dubinsky, Ed Jordan, Lee Jordan, and Tom “Jake “Schmauch, gave back to their community by helping the youth of Ravenna enjoy lasting memories with the game they...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Joseph & Vincent Piccione Picciones’ Jewelers was synonymous with elegant, tasteful jewelry and giftware, as well as friendly, reliable service. Joseph and Vincent Piccione, born and raised in Ravenna, were contributing members of the community throughout...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
It is a distinct honor for Matthew Likens to be considered worthy of induction into this esteemed group. He appreciates the upbringing he was provided by parents Marcene and Earl Likens, the support of his siblings and the Ravenna community. Having matriculated...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
DiAndra Gibson, the daughter of Hank and Andrea Gibson and the sister of Tate Gibson was born and raised in Ravenna, Ohio, where she graduated from Ravenna School District in 2012. While attending Ravenna School District, DiAndra participated in Soccer, Basketball,...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Born and raised in the Appalachian town of Pike, West Virginia. Larry Bowie and his younger brother, Tony, were orphaned as young boys and forced into farm labor as wards of the state. As teenagers, Larry’s father was found in Ravenna, Ohio and required to take...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Joe Leigh graduated from East Liverpool Public Schools in 1959, Hiram College, with a BA in Economics, in 1963, and Akron University, with a master’s degree in counseling, in 1979. He began his teaching and coaching career at St. Mary’s High School in...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Eldrid “Bus” Willyard was born December 9, 1902, raised in southern Ravenna Township. He was a natural athlete whose skills were evident while in his teens. At that time George “Babe” Ruth had just burst on the scene and the local youth began...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Thomas Furrer was born and raised in Ravenna, Ohio, attended Immaculate Conception School from Kindergarten to sth grade and graduated from Ravenna High School in 1968. He married Maryjane Hanson in 1976 and relocated to Connecticut where he started a small...
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Dr. Deanna (Cettomai) Saylor graduated from Ravenna High School in 2001 before earning a BS in Molecular Genetics and a BA in Chemistry from The Ohio State University, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude, with Honors and with Distinction in 2005. Dr....
by Jay Newcome | Apr 25, 2025 | Hall Of Fame
Bruce Ribelin is a 1967 RHS graduate and following high school earned a BS in Education from Ashland College and Master’s degree in secondary administration from Kent State University. Bruce worked in several high schools before returning to finish his career at...