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Donald Leon Olienechak
Jun 24, 2026
Donald L. Olienechak, 88, of Wellington passed away Wednesday June 24, 2026 at his home.
He was born December 2, 1937 in Buffalo, NY. And was a resident of the area for most of his life.
Donald was employed at the Ford Motor Company in Lorain as an assembler for 30 years, retiring in 1989.
He was a United States Navy veteran and...
Robert S. "Steve" Frank
Jun 20, 2026
Robert S. “Steve” Frank, 82, of Elyria, passed away on Saturday June 20, 2026 at UH Elyria Medical Center. Steve was born October 17, 1943, in Hollidaysburg, PA. He came to Elyria as a teenager where he remained a lifelong resident.
Steve attended Elyria High School and left his senior year to join the United States Marine Corp. He was a...
Edgar John VanHoose Jr.
Jun 20, 2026
Edgar J. VanHoose Jr., 72, of Elyria passed away Saturday June 20, 2026 at U.H. Elyria Medical Center.
He was born February 28, 1954 in Lorain.
Edgar worked as a welder at the American Shipyards and Wateredge Uniflex and once worked as a supervisor at Elyria Springs Manufacturing. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife Korrinda “Kory”...
Kay Ann Meecha
Jun 20, 2026
Kay A. Meecha (nee Bara), 81, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20 at Lorain Estates Senior Living. She was born on November 22, 1944, in Elyria, where she remained a lifelong resident. Kay was a 1962 graduate of Elyria High School and built a career that reflected her strong work ethic and leadership. She worked at A&P...
Sandy J. Gerhardt
Jun 18, 2026
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of Sandra J Gerhardt who peacefully left this world on 06/18/2026 at the age of 83.
To know her was to know unconditional love, unwavering strength, and a touch of unforgettable sass. She was the beloved wife who stood faithfully beside the love of her life, a devoted mother whose children...
Ralph Larry Walker
Jun 16, 2026
Ralph Larry Walker, 76, of LaGrange and Grandview, TN., passed away Tuesday June 16, 2026 at Medina Hospital.
He was born January 5, 1950 in Lodi and worked as a farmer and was a former employee of Ceilcote LaGrange for over 20 years. He was a founding member of both the LaGrange Engine Club and also the LaGrange Ambulance Service.
Survivors include...
Marcella M. "Marcia" Rothgery
Jun 14, 2026
Marcella (Marcia) Rothgery passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic Avon, surrounded by family who loved her so dearly. Known for a smile that could light up any room, Marcia was a cherished friend to many and a steady source of kindness. Faith and family were the heart of her life. A devoted member of St....
Felicita Gonzalez
Jun 13, 2026
The world lost an extraordinary woman on June 13th 2026, and our hearts will never be the same.
Felicita Gonzalez was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who had the privilege of being in her orbit. Felicita emanated light and joy. With a twinkle of mischief in her eyes, she loved to laugh and make...
Harold A. Smith
Jun 10, 2026
Harold A. Smith, 81, of Elyria, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born in Berea, Ohio on January 1, 1945 to parents Delbert and Bessie (nee: Dodd). Harold retired from Invacare after working as a tool and die maker and technical engineer for over 35 years. Harold was a man of faith, service, and craftsmanship who found...
Keith Emery Swilik
Jun 6, 2026
Keith Emery Swilik 78, of Elyria passed away following a valiant battle with lung cancer. He was born July 15, 1947 in Seattle, WA. Keith was a 1965 Elyria High School graduate; he then served in the U.S. Army and retired from U.S. Steel as a production worker. He enjoyed motorcycles, boating and travel. Survivors include a daughter; Lee Swilik...
Sammy Leon Harris
Jun 5, 2026
Sammy Harris, 85, of Grafton joined the heavenly choir on Friday June 6th surrounded by his loving family. Sammy was born in Stumptown, West Virginia to Alva and Delpha Harris. He was one of many children, being preceded in death by his brothers Kenneth, Clarence, and Alva and sisters Betty, Minnie, Jean, Sue, Lyda, Nellie, Wanda, and Delores. They and...
Anna Helen Monske
Jun 5, 2026
Anna H. Monske (née Rice), age 73, passed away peacefully in the early hours of June 5, 2026, at UH Elyria Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 16, 1953, in Elyria, Ohio, Anna was the daughter of the late Melvin Rice and Catherine Rice (née Nolan).
A lifelong resident of Elyria, she graduated from Elyria Catholic High School...
Patricia W. Willemin
Jun 3, 2026
Patricia W. Willemin (nee: Knox), 85, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on June 1, 1941, to Thomas and Winnifred (nee: Dale) Knox.
Patricia was a vibrant and energetic woman who embraced life with enthusiasm and purpose. She found great joy in the outdoors, spending countless hours tending...
Pamela Leigh Manosky
Jun 2, 2026
Pamela Manosky (neé Harris), 62, of Elyria went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 after a short but ferocious battle with cancer. She was a lifelong resident of Lorain County. Pam graduated from Midview High School in Grafton before going on to work for the State of Ohio at the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation in Independence...
Penelope Ann Leydig
Jun 1, 2026
Penelope Ann Leydig, 80, of Elyria passed away Monday June 1, 2026.
Born in Lorain to Christine and John Dudash, she spent her entire childhood and young adult years in the city she loved so much. She attended the Lorain City Schools and remained proud of her Lorain roots throughout her life.
After marrying Joseph W. Leydig she devoted herself to being...
Raymond Michael Boris
May 29, 2026
Raymond M. Boris passed away on May 29, 2026 at age 95. He was a proud United States Navy veteran serving during the Korean Conflict followed by eight years in the Naval Reserves. He lived in Lorain County, graduating from Clearview High School in 1948 and retiring from B.F. Goodrich. He as a founding parishioner and usher at St. Vincent...
Lois E. Goldsmith
May 26, 2026
Lois E. Goldsmith (nee: Tanner) 85, of LaGrange passed away Tuesday May 26, 2026 at Keystone Pointe in LaGrange following a brief illness. She was born in Reed, KY. Lois enjoyed crocheting, cross stitch, working puzzles and riding in the family boat. Survivors include two daughters; Victoria J. Holmes (John) of Lexington, OH, Constance J. Weichman (Steve) of Lexington, OH.,...
Helen Patricia Holcomb
May 25, 2026
Helen Patricia Holcomb (née Sikoski, previously Sikorski), lovingly known as Mom, Mammaw, Sister Holcomb and Pat, passed away on the morning of May 25, 2026, in Indianapolis following a sudden medical event. She was born on November 15, 1937, in Michigan and spent the majority of her life in Ohio. She was a devoted woman of God whose faith and...
Stephen T. Leidenheimer D.D.S.
May 21, 2026
Stephen T. Leidenheimer D.D.S. 54, of Elyria, while at his home, departed from our presence here to go to his heavenly home on Thursday, May 21, 2026 after valiantly battling a long illness. He was born October 3, 1971 in Elyria where he was a lifelong resident. He was the owner of the Leidenheimer Dental Group located in Lorain County,...
