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Jan 27, 2024

Geraldine "Gerry" Davis-McNamee, age 88, of St Petersburg, FL, returned home to our Heavenly Father on Saturday January 27, 2024. Gerry was born on June 24, 1935 to Joseph Thomas Reese Jr. and Alma Alice Reese (née Banks) in Amherst, Ohio. She attended Amherst High School where she was a thespian, a member of the Girls' Chorus, participated in...

Jan 23, 2024

Betty Anne Yuhos, 93, of Elyria and formerly of Lorain, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 4, 1930, in Norfolk, Virginia to parents Festus and Mary (nee: Fantone) Thompson. When not working in roles as an accounting assistant and later for the Department of Human...

Jan 21, 2024

On Sunday January 21, 2024 surrounded by family, Andre' Lemuel Gaines 46, transitioned from this life following a courageous battle. Andre' was born on October 25, 1977 in Lorain, and attended Admiral King High School, where he played baseball and football. Andre' lived an adventurous life including DJ'ing at Duke University, cooking as a chef for AL 'Bubba 'Baker,...

Jan 19, 2024

Elizabeth J. "Jane" Miller, 89, of Elyria passed away on Friday January 19, 2024 at Danbury Senior Living in North Ridgeville following a ten year battle with Alzheimers. She was born June 29, 1934 in Shamokin, PA. Jane graduated from Coal Township High School in 1952. In 1954, the family moved to Elyria where Jane started working for the...

Jan 19, 2024

Linda F. Osbun, (nee-Farlow), 64, of North Ridgeville passed away Friday January 19, 2024 at the Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake. She was born February 12, 1959 in Blue Field, WV. And was an area resident for most of her life. Linda worked as a special needs bus aid for the North Ridgeville City Schools for 16 years...

Jan 18, 2024

Ned W. Gang, affectionately known as "Jupe" by those who cherished him the most, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024 following a brief illness. Celebrating his eighty eighth birthday not long ago, Ned, originally from Lakewood, relocated with his family to Elyria at a young age. For nineteen years, he was a beloved volunteer at Elyria Memorial Hospital....

Jan 16, 2024

Larry Vandermeulen 93, of Grafton passed away Tuesday January 16, 2024 ay Symphony of Olmsted Falls.  He was born August 3, 1930 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.  Larry had served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked as a Sales Manager for American Greetings. Larry was an avid woodworker, bass fisherman, and enjoyed camping in his recreational...

Jan 13, 2024

Brian D. Dawson, 60, of Elyria passed away Saturday January 13, 2024 at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center. He was born January 4, 1964 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria resident. Brian was employed in food processing at Sandridge Foods, and was a graduate of Keystone High School. He enjoyed helping in the family hardware business, model railroading...

Jan 12, 2024

Andrew T. "Andy" Ziegler, 57, of Elyria, was called home to our Lord on Friday, January 12, 2024 at University Hospital in Cleveland. He was born on December 29, 1966 in Seoul, South Korea to parents Reverend Robert and Esther (nee: Johnson) Ziegler. Andy worked for M & B Trucking for many years. He enjoyed cooking, fishing, and driving...

Jan 9, 2024

Jeannine LeScoezec (nee Veronneau) of Grafton (Laporte) ,92, died on Jan. 9th 2024 peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family.  Born in Aldenville, Mass. to Rose Anna and Maurice Veronneau, she grew up in Valcourt, Quebec, Canada and was a graduate of Ursuline's Business College in Stanstead, Quebec. Early in her career, she was employed by Sherwin-Williams in Montreal,...

Jan 9, 2024

Margaret Inge "Maggie" Oros, (nee-Jarc), 78, of Grafton passed away Tuesday January 9, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family following a brief illness. She was born August 9, 1945 in Austria and was a Grafton resident for most of her life. A homemaker, Maggie was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in...

Jan 8, 2024

Clarissa C. Matovich (nee: Brush) 95, of Eaton Township passed away Monday January 8, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. She was born March 3, 1928 in Elyria.  Clarissa enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, gardening and boating. Survivors include a daughter; Sharon L. Ferroni, a son; Thomas R. Matovich (Pat), three grandchildren; Chase Matovich (fiancé...

Jan 8, 2024

Estelle Marie (Koons) Ristas, age 90, completed her journey peacefully surrounded by family.

She joined her husband, Thomas Ristas, of 70 years in heaven, who passed in November of 2022.  Estelle attended Elyria High and was in the graduating class of 1951.  She was actively involved in the St Mary's church and the Curcillo Movement.  While raising...

Jan 7, 2024

Darlene M. Parker, 78, of LaGrange, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at the Danbury Senior Living in North Ridgeville. She was born in Elyria on June 6, 1945 to parents Peter and Margaret (nee: Nagy) Gall. Darlene was an avid fan of Cleveland sporting events. She was very active in her son Chris' sporting events when...

Jan 6, 2024

Danny Taylor(67), born Feb. 16, 1956, to Minnillia and Wiley in Cleveland; he was blessed when George(stepfather) joined his family. Danny found peace after his long battle with cancer on Jan. 6, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was a simple man with a playful soul, and great compassion for others. Danny was an...

Dec 30, 2023

On December 30, 2023, Eric James Glover, our beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle passed away into God's graces after a three-year battle with stage 4 cancer. Eric was 55 years old. Throughout his battle, Eric never once wavered from Gods word and promise. Even through the deepest valley, he was steadfast in his faith with God. Eric assured...

Dec 30, 2023

Donald A. "Bubba" Wyatt, 73, of Grafton, passed away on December 30, 2023 at his home. He was 1968 graduate of Elyria High School. He spent his career as an auto painter for many car dealerships in the area. Donald was a member of the Elyria American Legion Post # 12, Elyria AmVets, and the Elyria Polish Club. He...

Dec 29, 2023

Robert Stephen Pittman, 77, of Elyria, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 29, 2023 at his home. He was born on August 11, 1946 to parents Robert and Vera (nee: Bevell) in Memphis, TN. They moved to Vermillion, Ohio where he attended and graduated high school. He served in the United States Air Force. He was employed at Ford...

Dec 28, 2023

Larry D. Pierce (76) of Elyria passed away on December 28, 2023 after a sudden illness.  Larry was born on March 29, 1947 in Oberlin to Lyle and Helen (Blough). Larry grew up in Penfield Township, attending elementary school at Penfield School and then graduating from Keystone High School in 1965. While in school Larry played football, was a...

Dec 28, 2023

Margaret A. Kish, (nee-Patania), 91, of Elyria entered into rest with her Savior Jesus on December 28, 2023 following a brief illness. She was born September 1, 1932 in Cleveland and was a lifelong Elyria resident. She was known for being the greatest mother, grandmother and nana anyone could ever hope to have. At the age of 15 she...