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Marcella M. "Marcia" Rothgery
Jun 14, 2026
Marcella (Marcia) Rothgery passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic Avon, surrounded by family who loved her so dearly. Known for a smile that could light up any room, Marcia was a cherished friend to many and a steady source of kindness. Faith and family were the heart of her life. A devoted member of St....
Felicita Gonzalez
Jun 13, 2026
The world lost an extraordinary woman on June 13th 2026, and our hearts will never be the same.
Felicita Gonzalez was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who had the privilege of being in her orbit. Felicita emanated light and joy. With a twinkle of mischief in her eyes, she loved to laugh and make...
Harold A. Smith
Jun 10, 2026
Harold A. Smith, 81, of Elyria, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born in Berea, Ohio on January 1, 1945 to parents Delbert and Bessie (nee: Dodd). Harold retired from Invacare after working as a tool and die maker and technical engineer for over 35 years. Harold was a man of faith, service, and craftsmanship who found...
Keith Emery Swilik
Jun 6, 2026
Keith Emery Swilik 78, of Elyria passed away following a valiant battle with lung cancer. He was born July 15, 1947 in Seattle, WA. Keith was a 1965 Elyria High School graduate; he then served in the U.S. Army and retired from U.S. Steel as a production worker. He enjoyed motorcycles, boating and travel. Survivors include a daughter; Lee Swilik...
Sammy Leon Harris
Jun 5, 2026
Sammy Harris, 85, of Grafton joined the heavenly choir on Friday June 6th surrounded by his loving family. Sammy was born in Stumptown, West Virginia to Alva and Delpha Harris. He was one of many children, being preceded in death by his brothers Kenneth, Clarence, and Alva and sisters Betty, Minnie, Jean, Sue, Lyda, Nellie, Wanda, and Delores. They and...
Anna Helen Monske
Jun 5, 2026
Anna H. Monske (née Rice), age 73, passed away peacefully in the early hours of June 5, 2026, at UH Elyria Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 16, 1953, in Elyria, Ohio, Anna was the daughter of the late Melvin Rice and Catherine Rice (née Nolan).
A lifelong resident of Elyria, she graduated from Elyria Catholic High School...
Patricia W. Willemin
Jun 3, 2026
Patricia W. Willemin (nee: Knox), 85, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on June 1, 1941, to Thomas and Winnifred (nee: Dale) Knox.
Patricia was a vibrant and energetic woman who embraced life with enthusiasm and purpose. She found great joy in the outdoors, spending countless hours tending...
Pamela Leigh Manosky
Jun 2, 2026
Pamela Manosky (neé Harris), 62, of Elyria went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 after a short but ferocious battle with cancer. She was a lifelong resident of Lorain County. Pam graduated from Midview High School in Grafton before going on to work for the State of Ohio at the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation in Independence...
Penelope Ann Leydig
Jun 1, 2026
Penelope Ann Leydig, 80, of Elyria passed away Monday June 1, 2026.
Born in Lorain to Christine and John Dudash, she spent her entire childhood and young adult years in the city she loved so much. She attended the Lorain City Schools and remained proud of her Lorain roots throughout her life.
After marrying Joseph W. Leydig she devoted herself to being...
Raymond Michael Boris
May 29, 2026
Raymond M. Boris passed away on May 29, 2026 at age 95. He was a proud United States Navy veteran serving during the Korean Conflict followed by eight years in the Naval Reserves. He lived in Lorain County, graduating from Clearview High School in 1948 and retiring from B.F. Goodrich. He as a founding parishioner and usher at St. Vincent...
Lois E. Goldsmith
May 26, 2026
Lois E. Goldsmith (nee: Tanner) 85, of LaGrange passed away Tuesday May 26, 2026 at Keystone Pointe in LaGrange following a brief illness. She was born in Reed, KY. Lois enjoyed crocheting, cross stitch, working puzzles and riding in the family boat. Survivors include two daughters; Victoria J. Holmes (John) of Lexington, OH, Constance J. Weichman (Steve) of Lexington, OH.,...
Helen Patricia Holcomb
May 25, 2026
Helen Patricia Holcomb (née Sikoski, previously Sikorski), lovingly known as Mom, Mammaw, Sister Holcomb and Pat, passed away on the morning of May 25, 2026, in Indianapolis following a sudden medical event. She was born on November 15, 1937, in Michigan and spent the majority of her life in Ohio. She was a devoted woman of God whose faith and...
Stephen T. Leidenheimer D.D.S.
May 21, 2026
Stephen T. Leidenheimer D.D.S. 54, of Elyria, while at his home, departed from our presence here to go to his heavenly home on Thursday, May 21, 2026 after valiantly battling a long illness. He was born October 3, 1971 in Elyria where he was a lifelong resident. He was the owner of the Leidenheimer Dental Group located in Lorain County,...
Carole A. Lenzer
May 19, 2026
Carole A. Lenzer (née Stana), 79, of Grafton, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 19, 2026. She was born on April 27, 1947, in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, to Stephen and Josephine (née Skavinski).
Carole was raised on a family farm in Pennsylvania, surrounded by a large extended family. It was here that she developed an appreciation...
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...
Frank P. Costantino Jr.
May 17, 2026
Frank Costantino Jr. passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on January 2, 1931, in Clariton,, Pennsylvania, Frank later made his home in Lorain, Ohio, where he built a life defined by dedication, kindness, and love for his family and community.
A proud graduate of Lorain High School’s Class of 1948, Frank joined...
John Francis McDonough III
May 16, 2026
John F. McDonough
Husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, veteran—passed away at home, surrounded by family, on Saturday, May 16, 2026. He was 80 years old.
Born on January 24, 1946, to John and Mary (McGuire) McDonough in Elyria, John lived a life devoted to family, friends and his selfless nature.
Following his graduation from Elyria Catholic High School in 1964, he attended The...
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...
