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Roger Herbert Hales
Mar 17, 2026
With deep respect and heartfelt remembrance, we honor the life of a truly outstanding man whose character was defined by integrity, hard work, and unwavering dedication to those around him. Roger Hales, 89, passed away suddenly on the evening of March 17, 2026. He was born July 3, 1936 in Elyria, Ohio to the late Orlo and Dorothy (nee-Hawke) Hales.
Roger...
General C. Marsh
Mar 13, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Dr. G. C. Marsh (1930–2026)
General C. Marsh, a pillar of the Elyria community, dedicated veterinarian, and proud Marine Corps veteran, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. He was 95 years old.
Born in Elyria, Ohio to Hobart & Mary Marsh, General was the second son of Elyria’s first wheelwright. Along with his older brother Donald, General...
Michael Paul Ware
Mar 13, 2026
Michael Paul Ware, 50, of New London, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 13, 2026 at Mercy Health Allen Hospital in Oberlin. Michael was born in Elyria to parents Harold Lee Ware and Judy Lee Jones on April 1, 1975.
Michael was a hardworking drywall technician who took pride in the work of his hands and the friendships he built along...
James Mendlik
Mar 10, 2026
James L. Mendlik, 93, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday March 10, 2026. He was born July 23, 1932 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Jim was a master building contractor, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. H enjoyed working with people, ballroom dancing and spending time around the property.
Survivors include his wife of almost 40 years, Patsy; sister, Barbara Carson in Fargo,...
Archie "Bucky" Eugene Jackson
Mar 8, 2026
Archie E. “Bucky” Jackson, 67, of Elyria passed away Sunday March 8, 2026 after a lengthy illness .
He was born March 12, 1958 in Ripley, WV to parents Wanda F. and Archie D. Jackson. Archie was a very outgoing person who enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and canning and of course his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Survivors include his wife, Susan (nee-Chiara); parents, Wanda...
Edward A. Bahr
Mar 8, 2026
Edward Allan Bahr, age 55, a long-time resident of Delaware, Ohio, passed away on March 8, 2026,from complications related to Early Onset Alzheimer’s. He was born on July 21, 1970, in Wheeling, West Virginia to Clark Bahr and the late Patricia (née Lawrence) Bahr formerly of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
While attending St. Clairsville High School, Ed discovered a love for drumming...
Donald J. Rothgery
Mar 7, 2026
Donald J. Rothgery, 87, of Elyria passed away Saturday March 7, 2026 at O’Neill Healthcare in Bay Village. He was born January 15, 1939 in Elyria where he resided his entire life. Don graduated from Elyria Catholic High School in 1956 where he played football, was Class President and sang in the A Cappella Choir. He proudly served in the...
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...
