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Nathan Brenner
Jun 14, 2020
Our dad, Nathan Rich "Nate" Brenner, passed away the afternoon of June 14, 2020, after 96 years of an amazing life. He survived a personal tragedy as a child, losing his father Joseph Rich when Nate was only two years old; he survived the horrendous experience of war as an American combat soldier in WW II. He was talented,...
Betty E. Mick
Jun 13, 2020
Betty E. Mick (nee Moore),88, of Wellington passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Keystone Pointe in LaGrange. She was born January 13, 1932 in Perkins, WV. Betty worked for LaGrange Screw Products for 38 years as an inspector. She enjoyed reading, cooking, but especially spending time with the grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors include her daughter Cheryl (Tim)...
Frederick Richard Ryavec Jr.
Jun 7, 2020
Frederick R. "Fred" Ryavec Jr., 73, of Sheffield Village passed away Sunday June 7, 2020 at his home following a brief illness. He was born August 19, 1946 in Cleveland and was a resident of Sheffield Village for 26 years. Fred embarked on his career journey within the steel industry holding several management positions that spanned over 40+ years,...
Thomas Henry Waggoner
Jun 3, 2020
Thomas Henry "Tom" Waggoner, passed away surrounded by family on June, 3, 2020 at the age of 73 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born on April 28, 1947 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Otis "Lefty" Waggoner and a brother Steve. He is survived by his wife, Karen "Casey", his...
James David Hempfling
Jun 2, 2020
James D. Hempfling, 79, of Elyria passed away Tuesday June 2, 2020 at the Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake following an extended illness. He was born May 11, 1941 (Mother's Day!) in Zanesville and was an Elyria resident since 1965, coming from Zanesville. Jim retired from the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram where he worked as a copy editor for many...
Ralph E. Broadwater
May 31, 2020
Ralph E. Broadwater, 87, of Elyria passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky following a lengthy illness. He was born January 10, 1933 in Wadestown, W.VA. Ralph worked for B.F. Goodrich as a chemical operator for 30 years until his retirement in 1994. He proudly served his Country in the U.S. Navy during...
Gerald R. "Jerry" Garbash
May 29, 2020
Gerald R. "Jerry" Garbash 47, of Elyria passed away unexpectedly on Friday May 29, 2020 at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center. He was born October 28, 1972 in Elyria. Jerry worked as an Electrician with Local #38 for twenty seven years. He was a devoted father, son, and brother. Jerry was an avid Browns fan, and loved listening to...
Elsie Lou Riddick
May 29, 2020
Elsie Lou Riddick (nee: Christopher) 94, of Grafton passed away Friday May 29, 2020 at Southwest General Hospice in Middleburg Heights following a long illness. She was born January 1, 1926 in Duncan, OK. Elsie's greatest love was her family who considered her the best grandma and mom! Survivors include two daughters; Donna Burdick (Bruce) of Elyria, Carol Clark...
Jason L. Parsons
May 28, 2020
Jason L. Parsons, 40, of Elyria passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at University Hospital - Main Campus in Cleveland. Jason loved his family especially his niece Emily. He liked to build remote control boats and trucks. Jason worked as management in the Bar/Restaurant Industry until his illness in 2017. Jason had a big heart and would help anyone....
William F. Burns
May 27, 2020
William F. Burns, 84, of Wellington, OH, passed away on May 27th from heart failure after a recent surgery. William was born on April 11, 1936 to Jack and Mae (nee Minney) Burns in Braxton Co. W.VA. He began his career in life by serving 3 years in the U.S. Army, and then as an auxiliary police officer. He...
Doreen F. Rathwell
May 22, 2020
Doreen F. Rathwell, (nee-Butcher), 79, of Wellington passed away Friday May 22, 2020 at Keystone Pointe in LaGrange following a long illness. She was born April 11, 1941 in Kanawha, WV. And was a LaGrange area resident for most of her life. She enjoyed oil painting and watching her granddaughters play softball. Survivors include her husband of 60 years,...
Janice Ludlam
May 22, 2020
Janice Ludlam (nee Reinhart), 69, of LaGrange passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by Loved ones. She was born July 28 , 1950 in Cleveland and was a graduate of West Tech High School. Survivors include her daughters Lori Ludlam of Cleveland, Michelle Ludlam of LaGrange; sons James Jr. of Eastlake, Mike (Stacey) of LaGrange;...
Ruth Marion Gibson
May 20, 2020
Ruth M. Gibson (nee Vaughn), 90, of Grafton, OH formerly of Beverly Hills, FL. Passed away Peacefully Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Vitalia in Strongsville. She was born October 5, 1929 in Detroit, MI. and was raised in Detroit. Ruth was a clerk for Michigan Bell/ AT & T. She enjoyed playing bridge, reading, shopping and spending time with...
Daniel Lee Copeland
May 16, 2020
Daniel Lee Copeland 35, of Olmsted Township went home to be with his Lord and Savior while enjoying his greatest passion; riding his Harley on Saturday May 16, 2020. He was born July 28, 1984 in Middleburg Heights. Dan worked as a Business Management Developer for Jenne Distributors in Avon. Survivors include his parents; Jim and Barb (nee: Barth)...
Megan Faye Rathwell
May 14, 2020
Megan F. Rathwell, 21, of Nova passed away unexpectedly on Thursday May 14, 2020 at U.H. Elyria Medical Center. She was born September 18, 1998 in Lorain and was an Elyria resident for most of her life. Megan worked as a cosmetologist at Great Clips in Oberlin, was a 2016 graduate of the Lorain County Joint Vocational School and...
Thomas J. Mitchell
May 12, 2020
Thomas J. Mitchell, 76, of Grafton passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at his residence. He was born November 17, 1943 in Minnesota. Thomas proudly served his Country in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed reading, golfing and going to casinos. He was a salesman for Quality Petroleum. Survivors include his daughters Collette (David) Schwartz of Concord, OH., Michelle Mitchell...
James Joseph Kasper
May 11, 2020
James Joseph Kasper,71, of North Ridgeville passed away Monday, May 11, 2020 at Wesleyan Village in Elyria. He was born June 25, 1948 in Lorain and was a graduate of Admiral King High School and Cleveland State University. As an electrical engineer, he held numerous U.S. patents and founded his own firm, Erie Industrial Products. James was passionate about...
William Robert Symbol
May 11, 2020
Bill went to be with our Lord May 11, 2020 after a long hard fought battle with Non Hodgkins Lymphoma. He was born December 19, 1956 in Bay Village, Ohio, and was a 1975 graduate of North Ridgeville High School and a graduate of LCCC with a degree in robotics. He was employed by Swagelok in Strongsville, OH. for...
Geraldine "Geri" Byrd
May 10, 2020
Geraldine M. "Geri" Byrd, (nee-Daly), 77, of LaGrange passed away Sunday May 10, 2020 at Mercy New Life Hospice Residential Center in Lorain following a brief illness. She was born January 4, 1943 in Elyria and was a Midview High School graduate. Geri lived most of her adult life in LaGrange. She was actively involved with Mercy Allen Hospital...
Winford C. Mueller
May 7, 2020
Winford C. Mueller, 80, of Nova passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at University Hospital Elyria Medical Center. He was born March 19, 1940 in Cullman, AL. Winford worked for Donn Products-USG as an overhead crane operator. He enjoyed fishing, classic cars, and most importantly taking care of family. Survivors include his daughters Theresa (George) Silac of Lorain, Carrie...
