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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 1967, 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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
Cheyenne F. Guyeska
Feb 15, 2026
Cheyenne Faith Guyseka, 15, of North Ridgeville, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, February 16, 2026. She was born on April 14, 2010, in Cleveland. Cheyenne was deeply and endlessly loved. She gave her love so freely. She was a daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to so many of us. She found comfort in the colors purple and deep...
Thomas E. Caudill
Feb 15, 2026
Thomas Earl Caudill, age 71 passed away on February 15, 2026. He was born March 11, 1954 in Pikeville, Kentucky, a place that shaped his roots and the strength he carried throughout his life. Thomas was a strong willed, yet deeply loving man, known for his warm smile and a sense of humor that could brighten even the heaviest moments....
Sharon A. Demos
Feb 15, 2026
Sharon Ann Demos, age 80 of Elyria, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 15, 2026.
A lifelong Elyrian, she was born August 20, 1945, to J. LLoyd and Gertrude Foss. Sharon graduated from Elyria Catholic in 1963; she then studied at Kent State University and Baldwin Wallace, where she received her Master’s of Education.
For 30 years, Sharon was...
Carole Lynn Sheffield
Feb 14, 2026
Carole Lynn Sheffield, (nee-Gruetter), 87, passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband Philip and her children Scott and Sally, leaving behind an incredible legacy. Carole was a kind-hearted soul who had the ability to make everyone feel special. Mother to Scott (Lynn) Sheffield, Sally Sheffield (John) Kloepfer, 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, and teacher...
Clayton D. Reynolds
Feb 14, 2026
Clayton D. Reynolds, 49, of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 after a courageous short illness. He was born in Elyria on August 16, 1976. Clayton was a devoted family man whose life was defined by love, loyalty, and quiet strength. He was a passionate Cleveland Browns fan, cheering faithfully through every season with unwavering dedication and hope....
Michael Kenneth Martin
Feb 6, 2026
Michael Kenneth “Mike” Martin, 50, of Lagrange, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. He was born on September 13, 1975, in Fairview Park, Ohio. Mike built his career in HVAC and Refrigeration, work that suited him well. He learned much of the trade working alongside his grandfather, an experience that shaped both his skills and his strong work...
Archer Andrew Fuller
Feb 4, 2026
Our husband, father, and grandfather Archer A. Fuller, 85, of Lorain passed into the loving arms of his Father Wednesday February 4, 2026 at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center. He was born September 24, 1940 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria area resident.
Arch worked for over 35 years on the paint line at the Ridge Tool Company in Elyria,...
Lester E. Boehnen
Feb 2, 2026
Lester E. Boehnen, age 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, February 2, 2026 at Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake. He was born in Cleveland on June 3, 1949 to parents Lester L. and Beverly R. (nee: Ray). Lester proudly worked as a 3rd generation machinist at Boehnen Tool. He was a naturalist; and enjoyed...
Sylvia J. Lavell
Jan 31, 2026
Our beloved mother and grandmother, Sylvia Lavell, passed away on January 31, 2026. She was 84. Sylvia was the heart of our home and family. She raised two children, Dawn (Palko) and Don, in a happy and loving home to be strong and caring adults. Sylvia was our biggest cheerleader and our constant supporter. Sylvia was a grandmother to Danny...
