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Donna Jo Hite
Oct 29, 2026
Donna Joe Hite, 71, of North Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Donna Hite loved many things throughout her life: Texas Roadhouse, Joyce Meyers, Betty Boop, and her faith in God. But above all else, she loved her family, and the way she loved was relentless; it was a love truly one of its kind, and anyone...
Kristina "Tina" L. Roman
Oct 23, 2026
Kristina “Tina” L. Roman, age 72, was born in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 11, 1954, and passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026. Tina lived a life marked by dedication to her family, a strong work ethic, and a warmth that touched everyone who knew her.
Throughout her career, Tina brought her reliability, friendly spirit, and kind heart to her positions...
Rodney Dalton
Oct 13, 2026
Rodney Dalton, age 66, and a resident of Vermilion, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, with his family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rodney was born in Logan, West Virginia, on December 21, 1959. Rodney was a graduate of Vermilion High School in 1978. He proudly served in the United States Navy for six years. Rodney...
Lonnee Dean Boggs
Oct 10, 2026
Lonnee Boggs, age 60, and a resident of Lorain, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026.
He is an Army veteran. A graduate of Lorain High School, Class of 1985. After the Army, he received a degree from Butte College, Oroville, CA.
He worked in the early years of computers and owned his own business, repairing machines and training employees on new Windows...
Kathleen Marie Hall
Oct 9, 2026
Kathleen Marie Hall, 70, a lifelong resident of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family following a lengthy illness.
Born on March 18, 1956, Kathy was affectionately known to her family and friends as “Kat Woman,” a nickname that perfectly reflected her lifelong love of cats and the special place they held in her...
Todd Lee Cannon Sr.
Oct 9, 2026
Todd Lee Cannon Sr., affectionately known as "Truck" to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2026, at the age of 64.
During his high school years, Todd was an accomplished athlete who excelled in football, basketball, and track. It was on the basketball court that he earned the nickname "Truck" because of his aggressive style of play,...
Amber Gail Adkins
Oct 7, 2026
Amber Gail Adkins, 45, of Elyria, passed away peacefully at Mercy Health New Life Hospice in Lorain on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, following a year-and-a-half illness.
Born in Elyria on December 13, 1980, she spent most of her life in the area. Amber attended Elyria schools and later earned her Medical Assisting degree.
Amber loved spending time with family and friends, fishing,...
Brandy Marie Elkins (Ross)
Oct 4, 2026
Brandy Marie Elkins (Ross), age 49 of Lorain, Ohio passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026 after a short illness.
Brandy was a lifelong resident of Lorain, She was born on January 13, 1977.
Brandy's greatest enjoyment in life was taking care of her beloved Grandaughter Lillian "Bean" as she called her; she was the center of her life, heart and happiness.
Brandy...
Bennie E. Vance
Oct 3, 2026
Bennie Eugene Vance, age 70, and a resident of Lorain, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Even though his life was shorter than some, it was full of hard times, hard work, and difficult life choices. But he faced those challenges with a tough exterior, fought through the trials, and was given the greatest of blessings....
Joseph Alfredo Cabrera
Sep 22, 2026
Joseph Alfredo Cabrera passed away at Avon Cleveland Clinic Hospital on September 22, 2026 following a lengthy illness. His parents Jose' and Denise Cabrera were by his side in his final moments as he passed.
Joseph was born March 10, 1980. He graduated from Lorain Catholic High School in 1998. He earned two associates degrees; for Web Design and Graphic Arts.
He...
Floyd E. Lodge Jr.
Sep 21, 2026
Floyd Edmond Lodge, Jr., 98, of Amherst, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2026.
Floyd was born in Amherst on April 23, 1928, to Floyd and Mary Lodge. He attended Amherst Steele High School, where he graduated in 1946. In September of that year, he enrolled in the United States Army, proudly serving in the Corps of Engineers...
David Allan Serfozo
Sep 20, 2026
David, beloved son and little brother, left this world on September 20th, 2026, much earlier than any of us were ready to say goodbye.
Born on November 21, 1976, in Lorain, Ohio, David was, from the very beginning, completely and unapologetically himself. He graduated from Brookside High School in 1994 and went on to graduate with an associate’s degree from Lorain...
Yolanda "Yo" Arthrell
Sep 20, 2026
Yolanda "Yo" Arthrell (nee Pulgine), age 96, and a resident of Lorain, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026.
She was born November 10, 1929, in Akron, Ohio, and a proud graduate of Lorain High School. A dedicated homemaker and entrepreneur, Mrs. Arthrell operated a beauty salon from her home throughout the 1960s and 1970s, where she brought joy and conversation...
Frank E. Arquillo
Sep 9, 2026
Frank E. Arquillo, age 68, passed away on September 9, 2026, following a recent battle with cancer.
Frank was born on January 27, 1958, to Rocco and Mary (née Bowers) Arquillo. Throughout his life, Frank was a man who knew how to work with his hands, solve problems, and do things his own way. He spent his career as an echocardiography...
Kenneth Carder Jr.
Sep 9, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" Carder Jr., 61, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2026. His unexpected passing has left a deep void in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.
Born on March 2, 1965, Ken was born and raised in Lorain, Ohio. He was a hardworking man who took pride in his career...
Charles R Thomas
Sep 9, 2026
Charles "Chuck" R. Thomas entered eternal rest on September 9, 2026, at the age of 79, in the loving presence of those he cherished most. Charles was a devoted naturalist, environmental scientist, educator, and conservationist. Charles will be remembered for his lifelong dedication to understanding and protecting the natural world, and for many people he inspired along the way.
Charles was...
Anthony T. Berstling Jr.
Sep 8, 2026
Anthony T. Berstling Jr. was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose greatest joy in life was being surrounded by the people he loved.
He was fun, active, and always ready to have a good time. But more than anything, Tony loved his family. He was happiest when he was surrounded by them. Tony was a proud Cleveland Browns fan...
Paul L. Bourque
Sep 6, 2026
Paul Leonard Bourque, age 81, a resident of Avon Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Paul was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on February 8, 1945. Paul was a graduate of Lorain High School in 1963. He then attended Fenn College. Paul worked at B.F. Goodrich for 29 years and retired in March of 2007.
Paul was a Knight at...
James L. Baber
Sep 5, 2026
James L. Baber, age 62, a resident of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026. He was born June 29, 1964, in Key West, Florida, to Lawrence and Mary Baber.
James, known to everyone as “Jimmy,” was a lifelong sports fan, music lover, and a man who cherished the people closest to him. A proud graduate of Western Albemarle in...
Thomas Gimben
Sep 1, 2026
Thomas Lee Gimben, age 67, of Vermilion, OH, went to meet his Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 1st, 2026. Tom was born on August 22nd, 1959, in Elyria, OH. He grew up in Lorain and later moved to Elyria. He graduated from Lorain High School in 1977.
Tom attended Church of the Open Door and met his wife, Colleen, there in...
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