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Helen Christine Smith
Jan 17, 2026
Helen Christine Smith (nee-Holbrook), passed away peacefully Saturday January 17, 2026 at the age of 98. Born September 6, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio, Helen was a lifelong Elyrian, graduating from Elyria High School. After graduating she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas W. Smith, co-owner of Holbrook & Smith Appliance, Elyria/Lorain. Helen worked in the family business for a period...
Arthur D. Gula
Jan 15, 2026
Arthur D. Gula, 65, of Elyria passed away Jan 15, 2026 from an apparent heart attack He was born Nov. 3, 1960 in Elyria and was a 1979 Graduate of Midview High School, where he played basketball, baseball, and golf. He also attended L.C.C.C & W. KY. University for business courses. He formally worked at Invacare corp. as a designer...
Lonnie Earl Simmons
Jan 14, 2026
Lonnie E. Simmons, 73, passed away with family by his side on January 14, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1952 in Elkins West Virginia to Earl and Muriel (Snyder) Simmons. Long time employee of almost 40 years of General Motors in Parma as a skilled trades supervisor. He will be remembered as a hardworking, honest man who loved...
Wanda L. Fralick
Jan 14, 2026
Wanda L. Fralick (nee: Crowder) 77, of Grafton passed away Wednesday January 14, 2026 at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center. She was born June 22, 1948 in Trenton, MI. Wanda enjoyed time with family and friends, attending grandchildren’s sporting events, having one margarita at Lupitas, and exercising. Survivors include her daughters; Tracy Fralick, Lisa Fralick, sons; Jason Fralick (BJ), Christopher...
Jo Ann Haywood
Jan 10, 2026
Jo Ann Haywood (nee: Bergman) 90, of Elyria passed away Saturday January 10, 2026 at O’Neil Healthcare Assisted Living in North Olmsted following a short illness. She was born August 8, 1935 in Pittsburgh, PA., and moved to the area in 1962. Jo Ann treasured spending time with family and friends; she enjoyed travel and reading. Survivors include her husband...
Terry R. Smith
Jan 10, 2026
Terry R. Smith, 74, of Elyria, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Elyria Hospital after a long illness surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 3, 1951, to Robert and Elaine (née Holmes) Smith, Terry was a resident of Elyria, where he spent his entire life. He was a proud 1969 graduate of Elyria High School. He enjoyed...
Joyce Ann Pleban
Jan 9, 2026
Joyce Shinsky Pleban, 61, of Northfield, passed away peacefully after a brief illness. She was born March 29, 1964, in Lorain and attended Admiral King High School. Joyce worked in sales and logistics and retired from XPO Logistics in 2024.
Joyce loved traveling and had visited many countries. She liked attending concerts and especially appreciated country music. Her hobbies included biking,...
Jeanette Crosby
Jan 8, 2026
Jeanette “Jenny” Crosby (nee: Yosa), 95, passed away after a long illness on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Welcome Nursing Home in Oberlin. Jeanette was born in Elyria on December 29, 1930 to parents Alex and Lena (nee: Kanak) Yosa. She was a proud member of the Elyria High School Class of 1948, and lived a life filled with...
Ronald Gregory Caffo
Jan 8, 2026
Ronald Gregory Caffo, 80, of North Olmsted passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026 at Ames Family Hospice in Westlake following a brief illness. Ron was born April 22, 1945 in Lakewood, Ohio. He had attended Fenn College and was the owner-operator of Ohio Burial Case; a custom casket manufacturer in Cleveland. Ron was an avid dog lover; Irish Setters were...
Daniel N. Frick, Sr.
Jan 7, 2026
Daniel Noah Frick, Sr., age 74, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio, Dan was a lifetime resident of the area. Dan was employed with Grout Systems and Viccarone HVAC for many years, where he was known for his dedication and hard work. He had a lifelong love of cars, trains, fishing,...
Cheryl Lynne Bolen
Jan 4, 2026
Cheryl Lynne Bolen, 84, of Grafton, passed away peacefully January 4, 2026 at LifeCare of Elyria, surrounded by family members. She was born August 27, 1941 to Robert and Irene (Hoover) Bolen who preceded her in death. Traveling the world was a highlight of her life. When she wasn't traveling, she was painting, reading or just having a good time...
Santina Josephine Skidmore
Jan 4, 2026
Santina J. Skidmore (nee Curcillo) 90, of Elyria, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was born in Lorain on November 1, 1935 to parents Joseph and Anna Curcillo. Santina will be remembered for her boundless spirit and generous heart. She devoted her life to her family as a homemaker, creating a warm and...
Robert Paul Devenny
Jan 3, 2026
Robert Paul Devenny, 72, of Elyria passed away on January 3, 2026 at the Life Care Center of Elyria due to natural causes.
Born on August 21, 1953, Robert was the son of Robert Guthrie Devenny Jr. and Dorothy Theresa Devenny (nee-Hick) both of whom preceded him in death.
Robert graduated from North Allegany High School in 1971 and served in the...
Louise Ann Nagy
Jan 3, 2026
Louise A. Nagy, (nee-Csillag), 94, of Elyria passed away January 3, 2026 at the Wesleyan Village.
She was born February 9, 1931 in Lorain and was a lifelong area resident.
Louise was a member of St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church and enjoyed reading and playing bingo.
Survivors include her daughter, Deborah (Jeffery) LaVigne; son, Stephen (Melissa) Nagy; granddaughters, Danielle (Adam) Franczak, Lindsey Han,...
Louise Elaine Roche
Jan 1, 2026
Louise Elaine Roche, age 83, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 1, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Louise was born on October 20, 1942, to Joseph and Sarah Roche, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings Ronald, Alona, and Regina, and by Nicoletto Bolzan, the father...
Phillip Michael Rohal
Dec 31, 2025
Phillip Michael Rohal 27, of Eaton Township passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday December 31, 2025. He was born May 23, 1998 in Garfield Heights. Phillip worked with his father at Universal Joint Auto Wrecking. He loved spending time with family and friends, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and video gaming. Survivors include his parents; Phillip J. and Monica A. (nee: Alesci)...
David B. Noska
Dec 30, 2025
David B. Noska 85, of Vermilion passed away peacefully Tuesday December 30, 2025 at Mercy Regional Medical Center. He was born February 3, 1940 in Cleveland. Dave graduated from Berea High School and was a Veteran having served in the U.S. Navy. He was the owner operator of Dave’s Tech, an automotive supply company until he retired. He loved boating,...
Jamie Scott Loftin
Dec 30, 2025
Jamie Loftin, age 53, passed away on December 30, 2025, after a brief but serious illness. Jamie spent most of his childhood in Illinois, where he attended Rockridge Schools. During his senior year of high school, he moved to Pennsylvania and graduated from Hempfield High School in 1990. He went on to attend LeTourneau University in Texas, where he played...
Hazel A. Kauffman
Dec 29, 2025
Hazel A. Kauffman (nee: Miller) 81, of Lorain passed away Monday December 29, 2025 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain following a long illness. She was born May 28, 1944 in Morgantown, W.V. Hazel enjoyed reading and crocheting. Survivors include a son; Allen (Bettina), a daughter; Christine L. Yonkings (David) of Elyria, and a daughter in law; Carrie Kauffman...
Susan Marie Lewis
Dec 26, 2025
Susan Marie Lewis (nee Craig) 76, of LaGrange, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, December 26, 2025 at Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake. She was born in Elyria on October 25, 1949 to parents Bartlett and Elsie Craig. Susan worked at Elyria Memorial Hospital as an administrative assistant until her retirement in 2015. She will be...
