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Apr 13, 2025

Stephen Michael Reynolds II, age 33, of Wellington passed away Sunday April 13th, 2025, at his residence.  Stephen was born on May 29, 1991 in Panama City Florida.

Stephen was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.  Stephen loved the outdoors and nature. He had a kind heart and...

Apr 11, 2025

Ralph C. Chapman Jr., 78, of Duffield, VA. Passed away Friday April 11, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center.

Ralph was born in Ft. Blackmore, VA. On July 25, 1946, to the late Ralph C. and Mildred (nee-Shupe) Chapman.

In addition to his parents, his sisters, Ruth Looney, Ruby Turner and Donna McClellan; brother, Trevor...

Apr 10, 2025

Judy A. Ferner, (nee- Fazekas), 80, of Sheffield Village passed away Thursday April 10, 2025 at UH Elyria Medical Center.

She was born February 4, 1945 in Lorain to Dorothy (nee-Unger) and William L. Fazekas.

After a long career in business she retired to enjoy many pursuits including gardening and needlecraft which she shared with...

Apr 9, 2025

Jane Ann Phillips (nee: Ksiazk), 78, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 under the care of Nivalis Hospice.  She was born and grew up in Lorain and attended Nativity School and graduated from Admiral King in 1965. She was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish of Lorain and a past member...

Apr 8, 2025

Marilyn Jean Loescher (nee: Puskas), 77, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025. She was born in Elyria on May 14, 1947 to parents Nicholas and Rita (nee: Bach) Puskas. She married her sweetheart, Norman Loescher, Jr. in 1969. Marilyn was a homemaker, but also worked as a baker. She enjoyed bowling, but going on the five...

Mar 31, 2025

Kenneth H. Dalton, 69, of Grafton, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 31, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Jane (nee: Forney). He was the father to Stephanie Kobunski (Gregory); sons, Eric Dalton (Jill Biro) and Brett Dalton (Mylinh). He was the grandfather to Haley, Haiden, Hannah, Averie, Jackson, Blake, Madison; brother, Kevin Dalton. He is preceded in...

Mar 30, 2025

Geoffrey Phillip Lloyd passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday March 30st 2025. Geoffrey was born in Dorset England on May 1st 1948 and was 10 years old when he moved to the US with his parents Andrew J. and Grace A. Lloyd (both now deceased) Geoffrey is survived by his twin sons, Geoffrey Phillip Lloyd Jr., Phillip Andrew...

Mar 29, 2025

Robert "Bob" Vernadakis, passed away suddenly on March 29, 2025. He was born August 7, 1943 in Durham, North Carolina.

Bob graduated from Commerce High School in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1961 and went on to serve in the United States Navy.

In 1976 he moved to Ohio, living in Mansfield and Lodi before settling in...

Mar 28, 2025

Deanna Marie Summers (nee: Ledyard) 78, of North Ridgeville, OH passed away at her home on Friday March 28, 2025 following a long illness.  She was born June 17, 1947 in Elyria.  Deanna treasured spending time with her family and enjoyed trips to the casino.  Survivors include two daughters; Lori Schlenkerman (Rick), Vicki Rowe ( Dondi), two sons; Roger...

Mar 24, 2025

Loretta Lillian Dawson, (nee-Lipstraw), 92, went to be with her Lord and Family on March 24, 2025 after a long struggle with kidney failure. She was the youngest of seven children of Gustav and Lillian Lipstraw of Grayton, Ohio. Loretta attended Capital University and Baldwin Wallace achieving a Masters Degree in Special Education, teaching in Elyria, Lorain City and...

Mar 23, 2025

Paul C. Hamker, 81, of Grafton passed away Sunday March 23, 2025 at The Cleveland Clinic in Avon following a long illness.  He was born April 28, 1943 in Elyria.  Paul was  a 1961 North Ridgeville High School graduate, and was a talented carpenter.  He enjoyed tinkering and was always helping friends and family with various projects.  Paul enjoyed...

Mar 23, 2025

Karen Nellie Wahl (Powelson), age 80, of Portage, MI, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 while in the midst of prayer with family at home. Born in Martins Ferry, OH, she was a long time resident of Elyria, OH, only recently having moved to Michigan. She was a graduate of Elyria High School. She is preceded in...

Mar 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alex Santo Domingo , who left this world far too soon at the age of 20. A devoted father, loving son, cherished friend, and radiant soul, Alex touched the lives of many with his kind heart, unwavering determination, incredibly goofy humor and deep love for his family.

Born on...

Mar 20, 2025

Donna J. McLaughlin (née Marks), 81, of Elyria, died Thursday, March 20, 2025 surrounded by her family at home. She was born November 10, 1943 in Portsmouth, Virginia and was a 1961 graduate of Avon High School.

Donna was employed by Elyria City Schools as a secretary for many years, and then ended her career working as...

Mar 17, 2025

Jessica Leigh Violand, (nee-Dumont) recently Tragically passed away. Jesse is survived by her husband, Kevin Violand, and her two lovely children, Leilani Santo Domingo and Jude Violand, and many other family and friends. Her infectious Smile, laughter, and love will be missed but never forgotten. Friends will be received Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. until the time...

Mar 17, 2025

Owen H. Laubenthal, 89, of Elyria passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, March 17 2025. Owen was born in North Ridgeville and lived the majority of his life in Lorain County. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church of Elyria and a veteran of the U.S. Army Owen worked his entire career as...

Mar 14, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Edward M. Kershaw, Ill, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, on March 14, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Elyria, Ohio, he was a devoted husband to Diane (nee Sieglaff), a loving father to Eddie (Julia and Ronan) and Lindsay (Jon), also survived by brothers Pat (Patti)...

Mar 14, 2025

David Turrill, born in January 1951 in Marietta, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home in Elyria on March 14, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and friend.

Dave was married to his cherished wife Michele (nee-Diedrick) for 40 wonderful years. He is survived by his wife, sons, Nick and Nathan, grandchildren, whom...

Mar 12, 2025

Eugene E. Heard III, 71, of North Ridgeville, set aside his working tools and passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. He was born in Elyria on January 23, 1954 to parents Eugene II and Doris (nee: Kolb). He was an Eagle Scout and worked at the Boy Scouts camp after graduation. Eugene proudly served...

Mar 10, 2025

Mary Jean Langford (nee: Rogers), 87, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at O'Neill Healthcare in North Ridgeville on Monday, March 10, 2025. She was born in Clay, West Virginia to parents Ora and America (nee: Hayes) Rogers on February 11, 1938. Mary worked as an inspector at Koyo for many years. Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Kenneth;...