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Jeffrey Lynn Bousek
Mar 5, 2026
Jeffrey Lynn Bousek, 73, of LaGrange, Ohio, passed away on March 5, 2026. Born on May 4, 1953, to Jacob and Verdie Bousek, Jeff was known by many as a stubborn yet humorous man.
He attended Keystone Schools, graduating in 1971 alongside his best friends, affectionately known as “the boys.” Jeff served as a volunteer firefighter for several years with the...
James W. Morrison
Mar 5, 2026
James W. Morrison, 74, of LaGrange, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026 at UH Elyria Medical Center. He was born May 25, 1951 in Cleveland to William and Arlene Morrison who preceded him in death. Jim’s family moved to Eaton Township when he was 5 and he graduated from Midview High School in 1969. He worked at USG Interiors...
Amy Marie Ladwig (nee: Ashyk)
Mar 2, 2026
Amy Marie Ladwig
October 12, 1958 - March 2, 2026
Laguna Niguel, CA
Amy Marie Ladwig (nee Ashyk), age 67, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 2, 2026 at Providence Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo, CA. Although her physical body gave out, her spirit remained a tower of strength, anchored by her faith. Amy had a captivating smile, huge heart and relentless optimism.
Amy was...
Mary Rita Ross
Mar 2, 2026
Mary Rita Ross, 87, of Litchfied passed away Monday March 2, 2026 at Lifecare of Medina.
She was born October 25, 1938 in Cleveland to Fred and Ruth Kneiss.
A 1956 graduate of Elyria Catholic High School, she worked as a secretary for Elyria City Schools for 26 years before retiring in 1998 and was a member of Our Lady Queen of...
Daniel James Fate
Mar 1, 2026
Daniel Fate had a long happy life, was an intelligent man with strong beliefs, and a love for machines of all kinds, especially those with engines.
Daniel Fate born in Elyria Ohio on April 29th, 1946, Second child to Bernard and Ruth Fate, residing in North Ridgeville Ohio. Daniel attended St. Peter’s parochial school, attended and graduated North Ridgeville High School,...
James Earl Coen
Mar 1, 2026
James Earl Coen, born December 2, 1949, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, at Independence Village Memory Care in Avon Lake after a long, courageous, and unfair battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Jim was a proud graduate of Elyria High School, Class of 1968, where he participated on the track team as a pole vaulter—an early sign of his determination and...
Karen Ann Duncan
Feb 28, 2026
Karen Ann Duncan (nee: Sippel), 83, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at UH Elyria Medical Center. She was born in Elyria on February 25, 1943 to parents Philip and Vera (Scott) Sippel. Karen was a woman whose strength was evident to everyone who knew her. She carried herself with a tough exterior, steady and resilient, but those closest...
Ralph Michael Schuster
Feb 27, 2026
R. Michael Schuster, 74, of Elyria passed away Saturday February 27, 2026 at his home.
Mike was born December 8, 1951.
He attended St. Agnes School in Elyria and was a 1970 graduate of Elyria High School and served in the United State Marine Corp. from 1971 until 1976 and enjoyed his service time spent in Japan and enjoyed Japanese culture and...
Nancy Fisher
Feb 26, 2026
Nancy Fisher (née Armitage), age 76, of Wellington, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Born in Elyria, OH, on February 22, 1950, Nancy was the daughter of William Armitage and Joan (McCawley) Smith. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Akron and later obtained her Master’s Degree in...
Leroy Earl Schaefer
Feb 25, 2026
Leroy “Roy” Schaefer, 89, of Camden Township passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 with his wife Carol by his side.
Roy, a beloved husband, father and friend was born July 3, 1936 in Avon, the eldest child of the late Albert and Ona (nee-Reisinger) Schaefer.
He was a 1955 graduate of North Ridgeville High School where he met...
Linda Lee Kindle
Feb 24, 2026
Linda Lee Kindle (nee: Anderson) 77, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on her birthday on February 24, 2026. A lifelong resident of Elyria, Linda lived her life with an open heart, a gentle spirit, and a deep love for both her family and her faith. She found great joy in traveling the world alongside her beloved husband, especially on cruises...
Wyatt L. Wade
Feb 23, 2026
Wyatt L. Wade 69, of Elyria passed away at home unexpectedly on Monday February 23, 2026. He was born December 22, 1956 in Elyria where he resided all of his life. Wyatt was a1976 Firelands High School graduate. He loved spending time with family and friends, he enjoyed working on his Chevrolet Camaro, woodworking, and was an avid Cowboys football...
Renate Eveline Kitzler
Feb 20, 2026
Renate E. Kitzler (nee-McCurdy), 73, of LaGrange, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026 at Crocker Pointe Health and Rehabilitation from natural causes. She was born March 2, 1952 in Bremerhaven, Germany.
Renate was a homemaker, enjoyed painting, and spending time with her family. She could always be found around the volleyball court, supporting and cheering for her granddaughters. Renate loved and...
James Lloyd Seabold
Feb 20, 2026
James Lloyd Seabold 73, of Grafton passed away home after a long and courageous battle with dementia surrounded by his loving family on Friday February 20, 2026. Born August 24, 1952 in Elyria, Jim was known for his quick wit, sense of humor and dedication to family. Jim retired from Ford Motor Company as a Quality Control Specialist. Due to...
Judy L. Howard
Feb 18, 2026
Judy L. Howard (nee: Talarsky) 83, of Oberlin passed away Wednesday February 18, 2026 at The Cleveland Clinic in Avon. She was born August 25, 1942 in Elyria. Judy had worked as a medical coder for The Cleveland Clinic and as an EMT for the City LaGrange. She treasured spending time with family and friends especially her grandchildren. Judy was...
Ruth Ann Watson
Feb 17, 2026
Ruth Ann Watson (nee: Adams) 90, of Grafton passed away at home on Tuesday February 17, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 24, 1935 in Gladesville, WV. Ruth Ann was a member of Church of Christ East Broad St. in Elyria and had attended churches in Lorain, Elyria and Crossville, TN. She had worked as a...
Frank John Santoro
Feb 16, 2026
Frank John Santoro, 68, of Elyria passed away on February 16, 2026. Frank lived a life defined by hard work, faith, loyalty, and love for his family. He worked in the saltmine in Cleveland before retiring from U.S. Steel after many dedicated years. Known for his strong work ethic, he continued by running a small landscaping company. Frank was a...
Noreen M. Williams
Feb 16, 2026
Noreen Williams (nee Miller) died peacefully Monday, February 16, 2026, in Avon, at the age of 82. Noreen is survived by her children, Sybil (Williams) and Thomas Gorman, and Hannah Williams and Robert Grossman.
Noreen was preceded in death by her husband, John Williams, and her parents, Robert and Bernice Miller.
Noreen was born March 29, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was...
Diane Marie Strebel
Feb 15, 2026
Diane Strebel (née Schuster), 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 14, 1950, in Elyria, to Donald and Charlotte (née Franks) Schuster.
A proud 1968 graduate of Elyria High School, Diane built a life rooted in hard work and devotion to her family. She retired from Invacare in Elyria and...
Patricia A. Bailey
Feb 15, 2026
Patricia A. Bailey (nee: Lament) 85, of Elyria passed away Sunday February 15, 2026 at Ames Family Hospice in Westlake following a brief illness. She was born December 7, 1940 in Cleveland. Pat treasured spending time with her family and friends, and enjoyed gardening and cooking. Survivors include a daughter; Kimberly S. Reisz (Frank) of Elyria, two sons; Johnnie R....
