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Jul 3, 2025

Norma J. Russell, (nee- Fowler), 77, of Elyria passed away Thursday July 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born August 15, 1947 in Cowen, West Virginia.

Norma retired from Invacare in 2010 and enjoyed traveling, going to casinos, puzzles and spending time with family.

Survivors include her children, Wayne (Theresa)...

Jul 1, 2025

Fondie Nan Perkins (nee: Teaster), 86, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025 at Life Care in Elyria. She was born in Willis Branch, West Virginia on September 6, 1938 to parents Starlen and Edith "Estella" (nee: Paschal). After graduating from Beckley Junior College, Fondie worked for Champion Dairy Pak for many years. She was fun, artistic,...

Jun 30, 2025

Thomas Kovach passed away suddenly on June 30, 2025. Born in 1954 to the late William and Evelyn Kovach, Tom lived a life full of music, service, and deep devotion to those he loved.

Tom's love for music began when he started playing the saxophone at the age of 8 years old. By the age of 10,...

Jun 30, 2025

Ila L. Scaggs (nee: Bryant) 84, of Elyria passed away at home on Monday June 30, 2025 following a long illness. She was born October 16, 1940 in Shivley, WV., and was the youngest of eight sisters.  Ila had worked as a dental hygienist; she enjoyed bowling, bingo, quilting, and crafting. She was an avid Cleveland sports fan, and...

Jun 29, 2025

Barbara Lee Pluta (nee: Smith, formerly Stawicki) 82, of LaGrange Twp. passed away at home on Sunday June 29, 2025 following a long illness.  She was born November 12, 1942 in Elyria. Barb had worked as an xray technician for Elyria Memorial Hospital and Dr. Bedocs. She was a member of St. Agnes Church, The Elyria United Polish Club,...

Jun 26, 2025

Dorothy L. Judson, (nee-Wilson), 93, of Rockford IL. And formerly of Elyria passed away Thursday June 26, 2025 at St. Anthony Hospital in Rockford.

She was born May 2, 1933 in Cherry Tree, PA and was a long time Elyria resident.

Dorothy was a former member of the First United Methodist Church in Elyria, the...

Jun 24, 2025

Mary Brigid "Biddy" (McGowan) St. Marie, 84, died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Her death came quietly without illness or pain on a calm evening at home after a beautiful weekend with many of her grandchildren.

She was born March 2, 1941 in Elyria, Ohio to Martin and Mary (Seward) McGowan.

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Jun 23, 2025

Tyler T. Udovich, 28, of Columbia Station, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2025. He was born on August 31, 1996, in Lorain, Ohio.

Tyler worked as a maintenance director for a skilled care facility. He loved spending time with his family and friends and had a passion for cooking and music. He also enjoyed fishing, camping,...

Jun 21, 2025

Samuel E. Wilms, (Sam) 86, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Danbury of North Ridgeville, following a long illness.

He was born on January 19, 1939, in Neenah, Wisconsin. Sam proudly served in the United States Army and later earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas....

Jun 10, 2025

David, age 78, passed away peacefully, after a long fight with all the health challenges that came his way. He was surrounded with love from Family, friends and care givers.

Son of Mary Lou Ponzani, and  Stepfather, the late Bill Ponzani.. He was a man of many dreams and had a great sense of humor. He had...

Jun 9, 2025

Melissa Ostoich, 43, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Melissa will be deeply missed by those who loved her, including her mother, Arlene Spooner (Roger Spooner); her daughter, McKenzie Dunlap; and her brother, Brian Bechtel (Krystal), along with their daughter, Rowen Bechtel. She was preceded in death by her father, Roger...

Jun 8, 2025

Robert E. Erkens, 85, of Grafton passed away Sunday June 8, 2025 at Mercy New Life Hospice Center in Lorain.

He was born January 8, 1940 in Lorain and was a lifelong area resident.

Bob was employed at the Ford Motor Company in Lorain for 38 years, retiring in 1997 and was a member of...

Jun 5, 2025

Nathan Moon was born on May 21, 1949, in Crawfordsville, Arkansas, to Ivery D. Mhoon and Druesilla (Anderson) Mhoon. The Lord called our beloved Nathan home on June 5, 2025, after a short illness.

Nathan was raised in Sikeston, Missouri, and later moved to Elyria, Ohio, where he resided for 50 years. He was employed by Abex...

Jun 1, 2025

Charles A. Kaufmann, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the stroke of midnight on June 1, 2025.   The date and time were particularly poignant, marking the 62nd anniversary of his wedding to his beloved wife, Joan.

A proud son of Erie, Pennsylvania, Charles joined the U.S. Air Force in 1956, based in Europe...

May 31, 2025

Thomas C. Graffius, age 92, passed away on May 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania, and was the last surviving child of George and Christina (Henderson) Graffius.

Thomas began his working life in the coal mines of Pennsylvania before enlisting in the United States Air Force at...

May 31, 2025

Ruth Mae Fannon (nee: Goldsmith), 88, of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born in Cedarville, West Virginia on December 21, 1936 to parents Hayward and Opal (nee: Childress) Goldsmith. Ruth was dearly loved by her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She was an avid gardener where she grew...

May 30, 2025

Scott M. Tennant, 66, of Grafton, beloved and faithful son, husband, father, brother and friend went to be with Jesus and loved ones in heaven on May 30, 2025.

He was born November 6, 1958 in Cleveland to Donald (who preceded him in death) and Barbara (nee-Haer). He is survived by his mother Barbara; wife, Judith (nee-Cooper); ...

May 29, 2025

Melvin "Mel" T. Haag Sr., age 87, of Elyria, passed away on May 29, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Avon Campus. Born in Oberlin, Ohio, Melvin grew up on the family farm, land that is now home to the Elyria Airport. He lived a full and meaningful life marked by hard work, love of family, and service to his community....

May 28, 2025

Kerry L. Hall, (nee-Stump), 76, of Elyria, passed away Wednesday May 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by family, following a lengthy illness with Dementia. She was born June 21, 1948, in Morgantown, WV. Before moving to Ohio. She graduated from South Amherst High School class of 1966, where she met the love of her life Mark A. Hall....

May 25, 2025

Nancy Lee Fate (née Sayers), age 80, of North Ridgeville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Born on December 7, 1944, Nancy was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and a compassionate caregiver throughout her life.

Nancy dedicated many years of her professional life to helping others as a registered...