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James O. Caferro
Apr 16, 2022
James Orlando Caferro (formerly Super), of Fairview Park and formerly of Lorain went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 16, 2022. His kind soul floated into heaven in a fishing boat to help keep everyone laughing, and preach the word of the Lord. James passed away at Fairview Hospital after a sudden illness. He was born...
William C. Mcelwain
Apr 15, 2022
William Camden McElwain, 79 of Lorain, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 15, 2022. He was born in Sutton, West Virginia on July 8, 1942 to parents Henry Grey McElwain and Mattie Evelyn Hawkins. He enlisted in the United States Army where he served in the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged after 4 years of service. Upon...
Lavonne F. Romes
Apr 4, 2022
LaVonne "Bonnie" F. Romes, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 4, 2022. Loving mother of Kim, Gerard (Renee) and Deb. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother. Family will receive friends at the Andras Crematory & Funeral Home, 3900 Broadway Avenue, Lorain on Saturday, April 16th, 2022, from 10-12 NOON.
Barbara A. Pitts
Mar 30, 2022
Barbara "Barb" Ann Pitts (nee Ragsdale), age 73 and a resident of Lorain, passed away at her residence after a sudden illness on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. Barb was born September 3, 1948 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas and Betty (nee Carson) Ragsdale. In the past, Barb was employed as a nurses aid and worked at the...
Bonnie L. Zampieri
Mar 29, 2022
Bonnie Lee Zampieri (nee Tietsort), age 91 and a longtime resident of Lorain, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Bonnie was born November 6, 1930 in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska to the late Howard and Lottie (nee Berg) Tietsort. She was raised in Idaho where she lived till she came to Ohio with...
Renee M. Ortiz
Mar 26, 2022
Renee Marie Ortiz, 41 of Elyria passed away on Saturday March 26, 2022 after a courageous fight battling cancer. Renee is the beloved daughter of Juan and Karen (nee Davis) Ortiz, mother of Serenity Ortiz, sister of Eric (Ashley) Ortiz, aunt to Cole and Julia Ortiz, and niece/cousin to many. Renee was so proud of her daughter Serenity that...
Mona L. Buchanan
Mar 18, 2022
Mona Lee Buchanan (nee Thompson), age 62 and a life resident of Lorain, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 18, 2022 after a lingering illness. Mona was born in Lorain September 13, 1959 to the late Lyle and Patricia (nee Toth) Thompson. She attended Lorain High School and was a member of...
Jeanina M. Spoonamore
Mar 6, 2022
Jeanina Mae Spoonamore, age 80, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Jeanina Mae loved cooking for any one and every one that would love a nice home cooked meal. She was a caretaker for many years. Jeanina Mae is survived by her husband 48 years, James Spoonamore, her children; Sheila Zolnai of Lorain ,...
Linda K. March
Mar 6, 2022
Linda Kay March, age 72 and a resident of Amherst Township, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Kingston of Vermilion. She was born in Cleveland, August 2, 1949 to the late Edward and Mary (nee Doriniski) March. Linda was a 1967 graduate of Lorain High School. She was employed in retail sales working at Walmart in both...
Scott A. Baisden, Sr.
Feb 25, 2022
Scott A. Baisden Sr., age 60, life-long resident of Lorain, passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. Scott was born September 4, 1961 to Greenway and Carmella Baisden (nee Mullins). As a kid Scott loved playing baseball and football and earned his nickname "Wheels Baisden". He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. He is survived...
Damon N. Boggs
Feb 4, 2022
Damon Nicholas Boggs, age 30 and a resident of Lorain, passed away at his home unexpectedly on Saturday, February 4, 2022. Damon was born in Barberton on December 7, 1992 to Donald L. Boggs and Shirley Green. He was employed by Insurance Auto Auctions in Lorain. Damon enjoyed playing video games and going to flea markets and garage sales....
Delmer Jody Keathley
Jan 15, 2022
Delmer "Jody" Keathley, age 47 and formerly of Lorain, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at his home in San Antonio, Texas after a sudden illness.
Jody was born in Lorain, April 11, 1974 to the late Donald Keathley Sr. and Gwendolyn (nee Bailey) Keathley.
He was a 1992 graduate of Admiral King High School. Throughout his life, Jody was employed as...
Timothy R. Bowens
Jan 1, 2022
Timothy Ray Bowens, age 62 of South Amherst, passed away at his residence from natural causes. Timothy was born May 24, 1960 in Elyria to the deceased Herman and Verlie (nee Davis) Bowens. Throughout his life Tim worked as a tile setter. Survivors include his children; Angie Bowens, TJ Bowens, Tabitha Bowens, Tiffany Bowens, James "Jimmy" Bowens, 15 grandchildren,...
Eric A. Cruz
Dec 21, 2021
Eric A. Cruz, age 54 and a life resident of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Eric was born in Lorain December 19, 1967 to the late Fidel and Hope (nee Martinez) Cruz. Eric attended the former Southview High School and was a member of the Class of 1986. Throughout his life he...
Rose Bennington
Dec 31, 1969
Rose "Satch" Bennington, 68, of Lorain, passed away in her residence. Rose was preceeded in death by her husband Charles and her father Anthony. She is survived by mother Rose, sister Darlene, brothers; Allan, Anthony, and Frank, daughter Melissa, and two grandchildren. Family will receive friends at the Andras Crematory & Funeral Home, 3900 Broadway Avenue, Lorain on Tuesday...
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