It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Roberta G. (Bobbie) Joles (nee Walters), who passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at the age of 79.   She was born July 27, 1944 in Carmichaels, Pennsylvania to the late Wayward and Maragret Jean Walters. She grew up in Perry,  and settled in the Madison and Geneva area before moving to Wellington. Bobbie was a woman with a passion for crocheting and sewing. She was kind, generous, just, and full of...

Alice Katherine Smarsh, passed away November 11, 2023 at the age of 88. A lifelong resident of Lorain, she was born to the late William and Matilda (nee Jackson) Smarsh. A graduate of Lorain High School, she worked as an Operator and Service Representative for 40 years at Elyria Telephone Co. Alice is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and her two good friends, Donna Wade and Marcia Fuller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, George Nelson...

Betty J. Cyran, age 90, of Amherst, passed away during the afternoon on Monday, November 6, 2023  following a long term illness.  She will be remembered for being a loving mother, wife, and grandmother. She enjoyed holidays with her family, nature, and animals. She especially loved bird watching for her favorite “red bird” the Cardinal. She was active in her community, and will be remembered for her big heart. She is survived by her son Larry, and by her daughters...

George R. Silvasy, 81, and a longtime resident of Amherst, passed away after a lingering illness at the Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital Friday, November 3, 2023. George was born October 3, 1942 in Lorain to the late George and Virginia (nee Maluski) Szilvasy. He was a graduate of Ft. Knox High School, Kentucky and received a Bachelor of Political Science and History from Western Kentucky University. George married his wife of 56 years, Jeannette M. (nee Schneider) May 13, 1967. For the past...

Mary Jane Greulich (Taliano) 79, Known by friends and loved ones as “Midge” passed away peacefully in her husbands arms on Thursday, November 2, 2023 in her Amherst, Ohio home. Born in Lorain, Ohio, Midge was a member of the first graduating class of Admiral King 1962. She enjoyed shopping, her flower gardens, and spending time with her friends, family, and dogs (Spanky & Ozzy). Her bright spirit and jovial nature were embodied in her love of Christmas which she carried...

Alfred A. Uhse Jr., "The Running Man", age 72 and a life resident of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 2, 2023 in Lorain. He was born August 19, 1951 in Lorain to the late Alfred A. and Sophie (nee Busich) Uhse.  Alfred was a 1969 graduate of Lorain High School after which he enlisted in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and served in Germany as a military police officer.  While in Germany, he met and married his wife Christa.  She came...

Gwendolyn Keathley, age 82, of Elyria returned home to our Heavenly Father on October 31, 2023. She was born April 4, 1941 in Delbarton, WV to Donald and Rosie Bailey (nee Prater). Gwendolyn was a creative beautiful artistic woman who enjoyed crafting, sending letters and thoughtful gifts to her friends and family. Her greatest joy was her family.  She was such a joy to have around and always brought a smile to our faces, no matter how we were feeling. She had a wonderful...

Dave Rafter, age 58 went home to the Lord on Friday, October 27, 2023 after loosing his battle with cancer. He attended high school and studied at the Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts.  He loved being outdoors and the adventure of traveling; exploring different states, he'd always find treasures to bring back home.  His favorite place in the whole world was Santa Fe, New Mexico. Survivors include his mother and step-father Sharon and Joe Foote of Elyria, father and...

Kelly "Doug" Mitchell passed away October 26,2023.  He had a quick smile and steady solid way about him that let you know you could count on him.  Doug proudly served in the U.S. Army as a parachute rigger. He was a great cook and loved to experiment in the kitchen. He loved his family and would do anything for them. He enjoyed comic books and watching funny videos on YouTube. Doug is survived by his father Carol "Doug Sr." (Debbie) Mitchell, his...

Judith "Judy" Dee Green (nee McMillin) passed away on Thursday October 26, 2023, at the age of 73. She was born on May 17, 1950, in Norwalk, to Durward and Fannie McMillin (nee Mentzer). She graduated from Lorain High School Class of 1968. She lived most of her life in the Lorain and Elyria area. Judy worked at University Hospital Elyria for 39  years as a medical coder. She retired in 2019. She loved spending time with her family and many friends. She was loved by everyone...