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Sylvia Jane Gormley
May 18, 2026
Sylvia Jane Gormley, (nee-Kaszubinski), 87, Peacefully passed away on Monday May 18, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a devout Catholic whose kindness and love touched many lives.
She was born on July 22, 1938 in Elyria and was an Elyria resident for most of her life. She was a 1956 graduate...
JoAnn Pendleton
May 15, 2026
JoAnn Pendleton (nee Thornton) 95, passed peacefully at home on Friday, May 15, 2026. Born to Clarence Walter and Anna Mae Thornton October 17, 1930 in Wellington, Ohio. JoAnn was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 50 years, Richard Clayton Pendleton. JoAnn was also preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Eleanor Heighland, Janice Thornton, Lois Neely,...
Ronald L. Jackson
May 13, 2026
Ronald L. Jackson Sr., 71, of North Ridgeville, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly at home on May 13, 2026.
Born November 19, 1954, in Elyria, Ron married his high school sweetheart, Jackie, and lived life to the fullest — cherishing time with loved ones and sharing his many skills. A born creative, tinkerer, and problem-solver, he passed on a deep knowledge...
Karen Ann Bridge
May 11, 2026
Karen Ann Bridge, 65, of Lorain passed away Monday May 11, 2026 at St. John Westshore Hospital.
She was born March 10, 1961 in Baltimore, Maryland and lived in Elyria for most of her life.
Karen was employed as an assembler at the Murray Ridge Workshop, was a lifelong Elvis Presley fan and loved spending time with family and animals.
Survivors include her...
Merlin "Joe" G. Dyer
May 10, 2026
Merlin "Joe" Dyer of Elyria passed away on Sunday May 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Joe proudly served his country in the United States Army. Joe was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on September 16, 1935 and later moved to Ohio. Joe was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by...
Karen Lee Lane
May 9, 2026
Karen L. Lane, 79, of Elyria passed away on May 9, 2026 at the Avenue at North Ridgeville.
She was born on June 12, 1946, in West Virginia, to John and Louise Middlestetter. Karen grew up in Nova, Ohio and graduated from Mapleton High School. She worked for many years at Drug Mart in Oberlin, Where she was a familiar face...
Tracie Gene Schneider
May 6, 2026
Tracie Gene Schneider, age 69, of Elyria, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 6, 2026, after a year‑long illness. Born on February 15, 1957, Tracie will be remembered for the deep love she had for her family and the warmth she brought to everyone around her.
She was a devoted mother to her five children — Jason, Angela, Adam,...
Anna Dora
May 5, 2026
Anna Dora, (nee-Nimsch), 88, of Elyria passed away Tuesday May 5, 2026 at O’Neill Healthcare in North Olmsted.
She was born April 10, 1938 in Szar, Hungary and lived for most of her life in Elyria.
Anna enjoyed gardening, flowers, animals, dancing and children, she formerly babysat children from her neighborhood.
Survivors include her son, Alex Dora Jr. of Elyria; daughter, Anna (Robert)...
Rosalie J. Cunningham
May 2, 2026
Rosalie J. Cunningham (nee: Mosier), 82, of Sheffield Village, formally of Grafton, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Hospice House in Cleveland. She was born in Canton, Ohio on May 5, 1943 to parents Richard and Bernice Mosier. Rosalie was a woman of curiosity, warmth, and quiet adventure, whose life was defined by both her love of learning...
Carl Edward Smith
May 1, 2026
Carl Edward Smith, 82, of LaGrange passed away Friday May 1, 2026 while at home with his wife, Judy, and his step-children. He was loved by Judy, his son, Tory (Tara) and step children Mark Smith (Amy Kiss) and Leanne (Art) Rufo; grandchildren, Ryan (Jessica) Smith, Renee Erkilla, Alan (Megan) Smith, Austin (Ashley) Smith, John (Tiffany) Rufo and Mike Rufo....
Paul L. Smith
Apr 30, 2026
Paul L Smith, age 79, passed away peacefully in his home on April 30, 2026. He was born in Elyria, Ohio, on October 6, 1946, to Richard and Betty (Rader) Smith. Paul was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served his country with honor during the Vietnam War. He carried the values of discipline and integrity...
Philip William Shepard
Apr 28, 2026
Philip William Shepard, 90, of Elyria, was welcomed home on April 27, 2026—reunited at last with his Lord, his Savior, and, no doubt, the love of his life, Jackie.
Born June 19, 1935, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to John B. and Catherine (Cooney) Shepard, Phil served proudly in the United States Air Force (1955–1959). While stationed in New York, he met Jackie...
Tamara Lynn Wilson
Apr 27, 2026
Tamara Lynn Wilson, 60, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 27, 2026. After a brave battle with a lengthy illness, she passed on while surrounded by the people who loved her.
Known to her friends and family as Tammy, she was a resident of Elyria, Ohio who was born on December 7, 1965 in Wellington, Ohio. She...
Thomas P. Archer
Apr 25, 2026
Thomas Paul Archer, 66, passed away on April 25 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Born June 23, 1959, to William "Vern" and Marjorie Archer in Elyria, Ohio. After graduating from Elyria Catholic High School in 1977, Tom spent time living in California and Ohio. Tom's smile was bright, and he was taken from Earth too soon.
He is survived by his sisters and brother:...
John Michael Evanko
Apr 25, 2026
John Michael Evanko, age 73, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. He grew up in North Olmsted, Ohio, and made his home in North Ridgeville, where he raised his family and built a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Laverne (Herhuth) Evanko; his brothers, Joseph and Dave Evanko;...
James H. Leitten
Apr 21, 2026
James Howe Leitten passed away on April 21, 2026 after a brief illness. He is survived by his cherished wife of 48 years, Mary Ellen (nee Keenan), beloved daughter Rebecca Rose (Michael) O’Grady, treasured granddaughter Eleanor Rose O’Grady, and dear sisters Teresa (the late Samuel) Taneff and Elizabeth (Stanley) Moore. He is predeceased by his parents, Carl and Mary (nee...
James T. Miller, Sr.
Apr 20, 2026
James Thomas Miller, Sr. with his son, Jimmy and his siblings at his side passed peacefully on to a better life on April 20, 2026, at University Hospital in Elyria, OH. Jim was born in Elyria, OH on June 29, 1956. He spent his early childhood in the Elyria/North Ridgeville area and then resided in the Nashville, TN area for...
Robert Harold Spaulding
Apr 15, 2026
Robert H. Spaulding was born on October 4, 1964 to Earl E. Spaulding and Geraldine “Terry” Spaulding. He was the youngest of 5 children. Bobby became a folk hero in the Homewood neighborhood during his growing up years. Although being disabled and unable to speak, Bobby was loved by everyone. Bobby attended Lucy Idol Center. At age 18, he moved...
Frances A. Simmons
Apr 15, 2026
Frances A. Simmons (nee: Donnelly) 92, of Elyria passed away April 15, 2026 at The Danbury of North Ridgeville. She was born February 27, 1934 in Braddock, PA, and was a 1952 graduate of Swissvale High School. She and her family moved to Elyria in 1968, then to Grafton in 1974. Fran was a former member of St. Mary Church...
Jeffrey S. Murray
Apr 12, 2026
Jeffrey S. Murray, 59, of Elyria, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at University Hospitals Main Campus in Cleveland after a short illness. He was born on June 16, 1966, in Elyria to Terry and Mary (née Bedocs) Murray, and was a graduate of Elyria High School, Class of 1984.
Jeff was a dedicated and hardworking man who took great...
