Oct 28, 2025

Robert John James, age 64, of Huntington Township, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, following a long illness. He was born on July 14, 1961, in Avon Lake.

Bob had a boisterous voice and a big heart. He loved people deeply and lived by strong family values. A loving and caring father, Bob...

Oct 27, 2025

Billy Dean Downing, 95, beloved husband, father and friend, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 27, 2025.

Born on January 25, 1930 in Hedley TX, he lived the authentic cowboy life on a ranch. He loved to tell his many stories of those early years riding horses, rounding up cattle and living life before...

Oct 25, 2025

Janet Lee Hyer (nee: Coughlin), 87, of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at UH Elyria Medical Center. She was born in Lawton, West Virginia on December 10, 1937 to parents Houston W. and Sadie B. (nee: Grimmett) Coughlin. Shortly after graduating from Mark Twain High School in Stotesbury, West Virginia, she married her high school sweetheart,...

Oct 25, 2025

Ronald Lee Frishkorn 75, of Grafton passed away Saturday October 25, 2025 at The Avenue in North Ridgeville following a long illness.  He was born May 9, 1950 in Sandusky, Ohio.  Ron was passionate about his Corvette, motorcycles, music and was an avid Cleveland sports fan. Survivors include his wife of forty eight years; Janet S. (nee: Nelson), a...

Oct 22, 2025

Paulette T. Grasse (nee: Bouman), 73, of  Grafton Township, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. She was born in Berea, Ohio on February 5, 1952 to parents Paul and Ann (nee: Hughes).

Paulette was a strong, independent woman who lived her life with love, determination, and grace....

Oct 22, 2025

Harry J. Hebebrand, age 92, of Lagrange, Ohio, passed away on October 22, 2025, from complications related to Parkinson's disease.

Born in Elyria on September 22, 1933, to the late Harry and Edna (Albrecht) Hebebrand, he attended Elyria High School and went on to enjoy a long and dedicated career with Parker Hannifin Corporation, where he worked...

Oct 20, 2025

Janet Mae Haag (nee: Wissinger), 90, of Elyria, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, October 20, 2025 at New Life Hospice in Lorain. She was born in Elyria on August 12, 1935 to parents George and Eleanor (nee: McIntire). Janet worked in home childcare as a caregiver for over 20 years. In her spare time, she loved...

Oct 18, 2025

It is with great love and profound sadness that we announce the passing of David A. Ferry, who departed this life on October 18, 2025 at the age of 75.

Born on August 19, 1950, David lived a life marked by devotion to his country, and his family. A proud United States Marine, David honorably served his...

Oct 18, 2025

Wayne E. Appleby, Jr., 88, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake. Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on September 16, 1937, to Wayne Sr. and Naomi Ellen (Guss) Appleby, Wayne lived a full life marked by service, faith, family, and humor. Wayne lived 88 years built on love, faith,...

Oct 16, 2025

Portia (Petruzzi) Fayer, age 97 entered eternal rest October 16, 2025.  She is now with her beloved husband, George, who entered eternal life in 2004.

At age 14 she moved to North Ridgeville and then to Elyria when her father worked at Bendix.  She graduated from Elyria High School in 1945, then she worked for J.C. Penney...

Oct 16, 2025

Anthony Lee Guthman, 23, of Elyria, passed away in the early morning hours of October 16, 2025. He was born in Elyria on November 27, 2001 to parents, Clifford and Cheryl (nee: Gee). Anthony graduated from Midview High School Class of 2020 and later worked for Sandridge Crafted Foods as a trainer. He was a bright light who brought...

Oct 16, 2025

Mary Ann Hursky (nee Hendle) 101, passed away, after a long and happy life. She was born on September 9 th , 1924 in Oberhausen, Germany. She came to America with her family in 1928. She was preceded in death by parents John and Margaret (nee Quester) Hendle, her sister Katherine Kellogg (nee Hendle) her husbands, Glenn Alfred Hedges,...

Oct 14, 2025

Kenneth E. "Ken" Hoff II, 75, of Brunswick, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Danbury of Brunswick.

Ken proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from 1972 to 1978. Following his military service, he remained active in his community as a member of the VFW in Medina and...

Oct 13, 2025

Angela (Angie) C. Martinez was born August 13th 1955 in Cleveland Ohio. She Graduated from Cleveland Central Catholic High School class of 1973. Angie went on to study criminology, as well as obtained a degree in Social Services.

Angie worked at Green Acres Children's Home in Oberlin as House Mother where she mentored, guided and created a...

Oct 12, 2025

Judith "Judy" Mae Nedwick (nee Yarsa), 82, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 12, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 20, 1942, and was a lifelong resident of Elyria.

Judy was a 1961 graduate of Elyria Catholic High School and a devoted member of both St. Jude and...

Oct 11, 2025

Virginia 'Jo' Graham (nee Johnson), 95, of Elyria, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Keystone Pointe in LaGrange. She was born May 9, 1930 in Pikeville, Tennessee and was an Elyria resident for most of her life. She and her husband were the owners of J&J Salvage and also the founders of the Elyria Taxi Company. She enjoyed...

Oct 9, 2025

Angelica Ritsko (Leal), 92, of LaGrange, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 9, 2025. Born February 9, 1933, in McAllen, Texas, she was the daughter of Santos and Arnulfo Leal.

On July 26, 1952, Angelica married the love of her life, Alfred Louis Ritsko, after a brief but heartfelt courtship. They shared a marriage filled with devotion...

Oct 6, 2025

Gina L. Hager (nee: Cicone), 59, of Elyria, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus after a brief illness. She was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on November 28, 1965 to parents Floristano and Linda (nee: Buck). Gina left behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion. A dedicated LPN, she worked for numerous...

Oct 5, 2025

Marc W. Lupico, 66, of Grafton, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake. His sons, Vincent and Antonio, were at his side providing loving care and support until his passing.

He was born December 22, 1958 in Elyria. He was a 1977 graduate of Elyria Catholic High School and attended...

Oct 4, 2025

Richard Allen Karban, born on January 27, 1943 in Cleveland, OH, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 82. He was married to his beloved wife, MaryLou, for 64 wonderful years. Rich retired as a dedicated diesel mechanic for Cuyahoga Valley Railroad with LTV Steel in 2002. He was known for his exceptional skill and...