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Oct 6, 2024

A true love story of 73 years ended October 6, 2024 when Janet passed to her heavenly home leaving behind her dear husband, Ronald. Their love story began September of 1951. They became engaged Christmas Eve of 1952 and were married May 29, 1953. They have been married 71 years. In addition to her husband Ronald, she leaves behind...

Oct 4, 2024

Raymond P. DiGeronimo, 70, "Rerun", of Elyria passed away Friday October 4, 2024 at New Life Hospice Center in Lorain following a 10 year battle with cancer.

He was born November 6, 1953 in Cleveland to Vincent and Florence (nee-Frabotta) DiGeronimo.

Ray loved muscle cars and had a 1968 Chevelle and a 1972 Monte Carlo....

Oct 2, 2024

Shirley Ann Turner (nee: Grant), 89, of Elyria, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. She was born in Gardiner, Maine on May 20, 1935 to parents Earle and Evelyn (nee: Scott). Shirley spent her life caring for her family as a proud homemaker. She enjoyed bowling, shopping, The Green Bay Packers, her white cats, and sailing with her...

Oct 1, 2024

Diane D. Burtze (nee: Levendosky) 82, of Grafton passed away Tuesday October 1, 2024 at University Hospitals Cleveland.  She was born June 26, 1942 in McKeesport, PA. Diane enjoyed going to the lake, Disco Inferno, going out to restaurants, attending festivals, fairs, and Amish country. She loved her pets; Lilly, Monkey, and Hailey.  Survivors include her daughters; Wendy Mack...

Sep 28, 2024

Garry L. Tribble 82, of Elyria passed away Saturday September 28, 2024 at Ames Family Hospice in Westlake following a long illness. He was born April 13, 1942 in Owens, WV.  Garry served in the U.S. Army, and retired from General Motors working as a tow motor operator.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and was a...

Sep 27, 2024

Dennis H. Cluley, 77, of Elyria passed away Friday September 27, 2024 at his home. He was born January 20, 1947 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria resident.

Dennis was a Police Officer with the Elyria Police Department for 25 ½ years, retiring in 1996, and was a United States Army veteran. Following retirement he worked...

Sep 22, 2024

Emerson Dean Gillespie, of Elyria , passed away Sunday September 22, 2024 at his home following a battle with cancer.

Dean was born November 9, 1957 to Donna (Savage) and Emerson Martin. He grew up in Elyria, before joining the United States Army. He proudly served his country as a Military Police Officer and a Combat Engineer,...

Sep 22, 2024

Joyce C. Sherrill, 79, of Parma, Ohio passed away on September 22, 2024 after a short illness. Joyce was born On March 27, 1945 to Maurice and Mary Cocke in Corning, Ohio. It was love at first sight when Joyce saw Pat Sherrill. They married on August 26, 1961 and had five children: Vickie Sherrill, Melissa Herbert (Rodney), Patricia...

Sep 20, 2024

Varilla Lenore Knight (nee Davis), 87,of Elyria, in the arms of her loving children, was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 20, 2024, following a valiant battle against cancer. Born June 6, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio to Clark and Flossie Davis, her life was woven in adventure, devotion, immeasurable faith, and joy that touched...

Sep 20, 2024

Barbara J. Runser (nee: Baldwin) 86, of Elyria, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, September 20, 2024.  She was born March 21, 1938 at home in Melvin, OH.  Barbara was a registered nurse and worked with her husband, the late Dr. Richard F. Runser.  She had attended First United Methodist in Elyria. Barbara enjoyed time with family...

Sep 19, 2024

Emily N. Mason, (nee-Orgel), 77, of Grafton passed away Thursday September 19, 2024. She was born September 30, 1946 in Berea and was a Grafton resident for many years. Emily formerly worked as a carrier for the Chronicle-Telegram for many years. She loved her family and flowers and was known for her creativity and could take anything old and...

Sep 18, 2024

Michael A. Plas 72, of Elyria passed away Wednesday September 18, 2024 at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born January 25, 1952 in Elyria.  Michael served in the U.S. Navy, and had worked as a machinist.  He was a member of St. Mary Church in Elyria. Michael's true passion was car racing; he...

Sep 17, 2024

Dianne M. Gross, (nee-Eugene), of Grafton, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, entered eternal rest Tuesday September 17, 2024 at the age of 77. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband Ed Gross. Dianne is now reunited with the love of her life. Born on May 20, 1947 in Cleveland to parents, Robert and Ethel Eugene, she...

Sep 14, 2024

Alan Leonard Bescan, 71, of Grafton passed away Saturday September 14, 2024 at UH Elyria Medical Center. He was born December 18, 1952 in Elyria and was a lifelong Grafton resident. Alan was a 1971 graduate of Midview High School and from 1973 until 1976 served with the United States Navy as a Quartermaster on the USS Anchorage LSD-36...

Sep 12, 2024

Cecilia Stillwagon, (nee-Kosmalski), 92, passed away peacefully at Rose Senior Living-Avon on September 12, 2024. She was born on October 21, 1931 in Midland, PA to her parents Frank and Caroline Kosmalski and graduated from Midland High School in 1949. She married her high school sweetheart , Ken on June 2, 1951. They enjoyed 72 years of marriage before...

Sep 10, 2024

Dorothy Marie Grimm , 100 years old, passed away at the home of her daughter on September 10th, 2024. She was born in Lorain, Ohio. Dorothy graduated from Lorain High school and studied nursing at Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in Cleveland, Ohio. She retired as the Director of Clinical Nursing Services from Elyria Memorial Hospital. Dorothy married Elmer...

Sep 8, 2024

Keith A. Heaton 56, of Elyria passed away at home on Sunday September 8, 2024. He was born November 11, 1967 in Cleveland.  Keith served in the U.S. Army, and had worked as a computer programmer. He enjoyed boating, fishing, camping, and gardening.  Survivors include his wife of twenty four years; Amy L. (nee: Thompson), three daughters; Emily, Alyssa,...

Sep 7, 2024

Nancy J. Kelley, (nee-DeWitt), 85, of Elyria passed away peacefully on Saturday September 7, 2024, following a short illness. Nancy was born November 8, 1938 in Greenwich, Ohio, the daughter of the late Hubert D. and Edith G. DeWitt. She was a 1956 graduate of Greenwich High School and a 1960 graduate of Kent State University. Nancy married her...

Sep 7, 2024

Barbara (Chesmar) Strickler, was born April 16, 1932 at Elyria Memorial Hospital. She graduated from Elyria High School in 1950 and worked at Fazio's Grocery Store from 1950 to 1970. She married Richard Strickler in June 1954. She had two sons; James and Rick in 1957 and 1961. Barbara enjoyed sewing, cooking, baking, and also working on church projects...

Sep 6, 2024

Mary Alice Thompson of Elyria passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024. Mary Alice was born in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 27, 1938, as the eldest child to George and Mary (Stewart) Andra. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Alexander Thompson in 1973. Mary Alice was a strong provider and support to her four children...