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Jun 1, 2025

Charles A. Kaufmann, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the stroke of midnight on June 1, 2025.   The date and time were particularly poignant, marking the 62nd anniversary of his wedding to his beloved wife, Joan.

A proud son of Erie, Pennsylvania, Charles joined the U.S. Air Force in 1956, based in Europe...

May 31, 2025

Thomas C. Graffius, age 92, passed away on May 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania, and was the last surviving child of George and Christina (Henderson) Graffius.

Thomas began his working life in the coal mines of Pennsylvania before enlisting in the United States Air Force at...

May 31, 2025

Ruth Mae Fannon (nee: Goldsmith), 88, of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born in Cedarville, West Virginia on December 21, 1936 to parents Hayward and Opal (nee: Childress) Goldsmith. Ruth was dearly loved by her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She was an avid gardener where she grew...

May 30, 2025

Scott M. Tennant, 66, of Grafton, beloved and faithful son, husband, father, brother and friend went to be with Jesus and loved ones in heaven on May 30, 2025.

He was born November 6, 1958 in Cleveland to Donald (who preceded him in death) and Barbara (nee-Haer). He is survived by his mother Barbara; wife, Judith (nee-Cooper); ...

May 29, 2025

Melvin "Mel" T. Haag Sr., age 87, of Elyria, passed away on May 29, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Avon Campus. Born in Oberlin, Ohio, Melvin grew up on the family farm, land that is now home to the Elyria Airport. He lived a full and meaningful life marked by hard work, love of family, and service to his community....

May 28, 2025

Kerry L. Hall, (nee-Stump), 76, of Elyria, passed away Wednesday May 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by family, following a lengthy illness with Dementia. She was born June 21, 1948, in Morgantown, WV. Before moving to Ohio. She graduated from South Amherst High School class of 1966, where she met the love of her life Mark A. Hall....

May 25, 2025

Nancy Lee Fate (née Sayers), age 80, of North Ridgeville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Born on December 7, 1944, Nancy was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and a compassionate caregiver throughout her life.

Nancy dedicated many years of her professional life to helping others as a registered...

May 23, 2025

Elaine Marie Klesel 78, of Elyria passed away Friday May 23, 2025 at O'Neil Healthcare in North Ridgeville.  She was born October 3, 1946, in Columbus, TX.  Elaine was a Midview High School graduate, and had earned a Master's Degree in Education from Kent State University.  She had taught most of her career in the Midview School District.  Elaine...

May 21, 2025

Michael W. "Mike" Hubbell Sr., affectionately known as "Mad Dog" of North Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at an age of 73. Born on August 15, 1951 in Elyria, Ohio, Michael was the beloved son of the late Paul Hubbell Sr. and Donna (nee Hambly). He built a life defined by hard work, strong values,...

May 20, 2025

Craig Petrus, devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and proud United States Army veteran, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Craig served his country with honor while stationed in Texas, and continued a life of service long after his military career.

A man of immense talent and heart, Craig was a master carpenter, electrician, and...

May 20, 2025

James "Jim" Hoover, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the age of 69. Born on November 28, 1955, in Elyria, Jim was the beloved son of Lou and Connie Hoover. He was one of six boys in a lively household where problems were solved the "brother way"—with creativity, toughness, and deep familial bonds.

A proud 1974...

May 19, 2025

James "Jim" R. Osbun, 74, of North Ridgeville passed away Monday May 19, 2025 at his home following a brief illness.

He was born February 2, 1951 in Elyria and was a lifelong North Ridgeville resident.

Jim was the owner-operator of Osbun Electric for 45 years. He was a 1969 North Ridgeville High School graduate...

May 19, 2025

Carl Douglas, 89, of Grafton, OH, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. His family finds comfort in the promise of his eternal life.

Carl was born on January 10, 1936, in Akron, OH, to Alfred and Elizabeth Douglas. He was the youngest of eight children—Flora, Alice, Margaret, Donna, William,...

May 19, 2025

Patricia L. Coffman (nee: Cox) 84, of Grafton passed away Monday May 19, 2025 at University Hospitals Main Campus in Cleveland. She was born January 11, 1941 in Port Clinton, OH.  Patricia attended Kent State University, and retired from the Grafton-Midview Public Library.   She treasured spending time with her children and grand children, and had volunteered as a 4-H...

May 17, 2025

James Floryan Anton 76 of Oberlin passed May 17 2025. after a resilient fight against cancer, he remained positive and hopeful throughout.  He never complained and often joked.

James was the beloved son of the late Floryan J and Ruth Anton (nee Savage).

He is survived by his double cousins Robert Anton , Pat Cappelleri...

May 15, 2025

Emerson Martin, 89 of Vermilion, passed away May 15th at his home. Emerson was born August 25,1935 in Kentucky to Sebastian and Victoria Martin (nee Muncie).

Survived by his daughters Linda Jones of New Port Richey Florida and Shirley Sharp (Steve) of Vermilion; grandchildren Matthew Hamilton, David Dillon, Kristina Gillespie, Justine Liddick, Ryan Kordish, Nicolas Kordish and...

May 15, 2025

Robert Dean Overy, 87, of Grafton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on August 15, 1937, in Fostoria, Ohio, Bob was a lifelong resident of Grafton and a devoted member of the community he so deeply loved. A proud symbol of that love was his...

May 14, 2025

Kathy L. Kelley (nee: Tuttle) 68, of Elyria passed away Wednesday May 14, 2025 at University Hospitals Main Campus Cleveland.  She treasured being a grandma, spending time with family and friends.  Kathy was an avid Cleveland sports fan and enjoyed playing bingo and watching Hallmark movies.  Survivors include two daughters; Samantha M. Kelley, Angela N. Kelley, a grandson; Harrison...

May 13, 2025

Patricia Ann Gruntkowski, 72, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family from pancreatic cancer on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She was born on December 31, 1952 to parents James K. Stevens and Mamie Roberts (nee: Harold) in Berea, Ohio. Patricia graduated from Keystone High School in 1971 and worked at Bendix and HKM. She...

May 12, 2025

Mary Ruth Newsome, (nee-Browning), 79, of North Ridgeville, passed away Monday May 12, 2025 at her home following a brief illness.

She was born August 31, 1945 in Logan, WV. And was a graduate of Logan High School.

Mary had a very rewarding career at American Greetings in Brooklyn, Ohio and loved being at home...