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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...
Timothy Phillip Venturella
May 12, 2026
Timothy P. Venturella, 62, passed away on May 12, 2026, after a long illness. He was born January 16, 1964, to Dorothy and Phillip Venturella.
Tim truly had motor oil in his blood. He loved cars, trucks, building model cars, collecting Hot Wheels, and attending car shows. He was a proud member of the Mid-Ohio Mopar Club, American Truck Historical Club,...
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...
