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Mar 2, 2025

Judith "Judy" Shepard (née Crozier), 81, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday 3/2/ 2025, in Elyria. Born on September 26, 1943, in Elyria, Judy lived a life filled with love, dedication, and cherished memories. Judy was the beloved wife of William "Bill" Shepard, her devoted husband of nearly 60 years. Their love story began at Elyria High...

Feb 27, 2025

Joan M. Laubenthal (nee Britton), 87, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, February 27, 2025. Joan was born in Webster Springs, West Virginia, but lived the majority of her life in Elyria. Joan took great pleasure in many things. She loved spending winters in Florida with her husband, soaking up the sunshine and walking the beaches...

Feb 24, 2025

Wardell Owin Gunn Jr., "Owin" to family and "OJ" to friends, passed away on February 24, 2025, in his home in Oberlin, Ohio. A vibrant maker and free spirit, Owin spent his time visioning, tinkering, and making somethings out of nothing to enrich others' lives. Owin was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on September 27, 1966, to Wardell Owin Gunn...

Feb 24, 2025

Gerald L. Turner, 89, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 24th. Gerald was born September 23rd, 1935 in Risco, Missouri. Their family relocated to Ypsilanti, Michigan in the mid-1940's. After proudly serving his country in the US Navy, he met the love of his life, Shirley, and had a beautiful life for 67 years. Gerald...

Feb 20, 2025

N. Leone Abbe, (nee-Robinson), 84, of Elyria passed away peacefully following a brief illness on February 20, 2025.

She was born the oldest of 6 girls born to Leo and Arietta (nee-Frame), in Wilsie, WV.. After moving to Grafton at a young age, she graduated from Midview High School class of 1958.

Leone enjoyed bowling,...

Feb 19, 2025

Edith Margaret Pais DeSantis Edith M. (Pais) DeSantis ,76. Edith passed away peacefully at Talladega Healthcare, Talladega, Alabama, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. She was proceeded in death by her beloved son Matthew Sabo and her parents George and Alice Pais. Edith is survived by, her companion Dominic Zappa, Sandusky, Ohio, sister Mary (Greg) Radovich, Elyria, Ohio,...

Feb 17, 2025

Gertrude Cordy (nee: Bittner) 95, of Grafton passed away Monday February 17, 2025 at home. She was born August 29, 1929 in Cleveland. Gertrude had worked at Elyria Memorial Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse prior to her retirement.  She treasured spending time with her family, and enjoyed golfing.  Survivors include her children; Marcia, Sheryl (Dennis), Joan (Joe), Joyce...

Feb 17, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our matriarch, Eleanor Magdalene Mittler (nee Regler) 93, of Elyria, who passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness, on Monday, February 17th at UH Medical Center in Elyria. She was born October 30, 1931 in Massillon. Eleanor attended Mount St. Marie High School in Massillon and graduated from...

Feb 17, 2025

Susan A. Spicer, (nee-Lucki), 77, of Elyria passed away Monday February 17, 2025 at her home.

She was born December 26, 1947 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria area resident.

Susan and her late husband Jim were the owner's of East River Street Convenient Food Mart for 41 years, retiring in 2010. She was...

Feb 15, 2025

Billy Barnes Gregory passed away peacefully on Saturday February 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 17, 1934 in Rocky Gap, Virginia, to Trubie and Irene Gregory.

Billy was a 60 year member of Local 18-International Union of Operating Engineers and worked mainly for Jackmas Plumbing until retiring in 1997. He also...

Feb 14, 2025

Sylvia Kay McKenna (nee: Knouse), 90, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025 at Elms Retirement Village in Wellington. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to parents Anthony and Frances (nee: Dolence) on July 5, 1934. She married John F. McKenna in 1955 and was a homemaker. Sylvia enjoyed spending time with her family, the Cleveland Guardians, and sewing....

Feb 13, 2025

David A. Kistner, 80, of Elyria passed away Thursday February 13, 2025 at U.H. Elyria Medical Center.

He was born August 25, 1944 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria resident.

David worked as a press operator at General Motors for 32 years, retiring in 1996. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church...

Feb 12, 2025

Judith K. Jorgensen(nee Bivens), 79, of Elyria, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025. She very much appreciated all the love, laughter and kisses shared in her final days with her family and many friends. She was born September 25,1945 in East St. Louis, Illinois, toVelma ("Bill") andJosephine (Wayland) Bivens. She often talked of times spent with her...

Feb 12, 2025

Eugene H. "Gene" Traxler, 86, of Columbia Station, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at the Renaissance Health Center in Olmsted Township after a brief illness. Gene was a lifelong resident of Grafton and was a member of the first graduating class of Midview High School in 1956. He attended Findlay University where he played basketball all four...

Feb 11, 2025

Patricia R. Magiste (nee: Nolan) 93, of Grafton passed away at home on Tuesday February 11, 2025 following a long illness.  She was born May 18, 1931 in Cincinnati, OH., Patricia had worked at Lakewood Hospital and The Cleveland Clinic as an admitting officer until her retirement.  She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church...

Feb 9, 2025

Carolyn S. Foglyano, (nee-Townsend), 85, of Elyria passed away Sunday at Northridge Health Center in North Ridgeville.

She was born February 27, 1939 in Kingston, WV. And lived in Elyria for most of her life.

Carol was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and was the Elyria Elk's Club Mother of the Year in...

Feb 8, 2025

On February 8th, 2025 we lost our beloved Kyle Alan Clever just shy of his 42nd birthday. Born February 25, 1983 in Elyria, Ohio alongside his twin brother Craig. Kyle lived his life with a light hearted spirit and infectious ability to find humor in the everyday. Kyle brightened any room he walked into with his laughter. He enjoyed...

Feb 7, 2025

Frank Joseph Klein Jr., 81, of Elyria passed away on Friday February 7, 2025 after an unexpected illness at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. Born on June 23, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, Frank moved to Ohio at the age of 12 and grew up in the Bellevue area, graduating from Thompson High School in 1962. He went on to...

Feb 7, 2025

John C. Blackburn, 91, of Elyria, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025 at UH Elyria Medical Center. He was born in Pike County, Kentucky on February 18, 1933 to parents Sherwood and Quellie (nee: Trout) Blackburn.  John proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He married his sweetheart, Shirley Marvell, in 1957. During their...

Feb 6, 2025

Marilyn L. Peloquin, (nee-Ursem), passed away peacefully tucked in her warm bed at home Thursday February 6, 2025, less than two weeks from her 81st birthday. Despite some health challenges Marilyn remained active to the end. She enjoyed, on television and in person, cheering her favorite sports teams including the Crushers, Cavaliers, Guardians, and yes even the Browns.