Obituaries

Sep 11, 2025

Kirk Joseph Turek, 70, of Oberlin, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Born on December 20, 1954, to the late Robert and Barbara (née Wellman) Turek, Kirk proudly served in the Navy. He had a passion for building model cars, collecting, and working on bike and small engine repairs. Above all, he cherished the...

Sep 10, 2025

Barbara Ann (nee Royster) Patterson, age 61, and a resident of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at her residence.

Barb was born to the late Mildred (nee Roberts) and J.D. Royster.

Barb enjoyed spending her days playing with her dog Ripley, shopping, and crocheting large blankets as gifts.

Sep 9, 2025

Johnny William Hackney, age 57, and a resident of Cleveland passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by the love of his family and friends on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 after his battle with Stage IV Lung Cancer.

He was born on August 15th, 1968 to the late Ferrell and Betty Jean (nee Connolly) Hackney....

Aug 26, 2025

Georgia M. Vazquez, age 64, and a resident of Lorain, returned to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 after a long 10 year battle with Ovarian Cancer and other complications.

In addition to her parents Joyce and Carl Stanley she is preceded in deathber her first son Joshua.

Survived by...

Aug 26, 2025

James Dominick Rowland, affectionately known as "Jimbo" and also by his name Jaime Rematierra, was born on June 25, 1951, in Warren, Ohio, and departed this life on August 26, 2025.

A proud graduate of Warren G. Harding High School in 1969, Jimbo served his country in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1973,...

Aug 20, 2025

Anthony C. Graskey, age 46, and a Lorain resident, passed away August 20, 2025 at his home.

Preceded in death by his father Jeffrey Graskey (1989).

He is survived by his mother Stella (nee Zebraski) Burke and his stepfather Michael Burke, his sister Jennifer Graskey, and stepbrother Seth Burke of Washington.

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Aug 15, 2025

Wayne Andrew Bowen, 76, of Sullivan, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025 embraced by the love of his family. Wayne was born in Duffield, Virginia on July 14, 1949. Wayne was preceded in death by his grandson Brian "Bub" Fannin, Jr., and his friend of many years, Loyd Mullins.

Wayne was a man...

Aug 13, 2025

Lorena Rosalina-Marie Delgado was born on March 4, 2009. She was the oldest of four children and an exceptional big sister. Lorena enjoyed listening to music and particularly loved "car karaoke." Most of all, she cherished spending time with her loved ones. Lorena worked at Journeys Kidz and often spoke about how much she loved her job...

Aug 12, 2025

Earl Raymond Mullins, 70, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, after a long struggle with heart failure and declining health. Born in Holden, West Virginia, on January 4, 1955, Earl was a proud 1973 graduate of Elyria High School. He built a dedicated career in construction, working for Prete Construction in Vermilion before...

Aug 10, 2025

Donna K. Wagner (née Swiger), age 84, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, after a short illness surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on May 1, 1941, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, to the late Sherman Gail and Fairy Blanche (nee Elliott) Swiger. An avid gardener, puzzle enthusiast, and Solitaire player, Donna found...

Aug 9, 2025

Ralph Earl Frank Jr., 62, and a resident of Lorain, passed away Saturday, August 9, 202,5, at Mercy Regional Medical Center.

Ralph was born February 17, 1963, in Lorain to Ralph E. Frank Sr. and Norma W. (nee Polweski) Frank.

He was a member of United Food & Commercial Workers Local 880 and...

Aug 6, 2025

Pedro Marrero, age 84 and a longtime Lorain resident, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at University Hospitals, Cleveland.

Pedro was born May 5, 1941 in Jayuya, Puerto Rico to the late Jose Marrero and Adela Davila.  Pedro was the owner of Good Neighbor Thrift Store on Pearl Avenue,...

Aug 2, 2025

Earl B. Canterbury, son of Parma and Lloyd Canterbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Janet, his second wife, Marie, his son, Claude Sr., his parents, and his brothers Bill Canterbury and Roy Canterbury.

He is survived by his daughters, Janet Lanning,...

Aug 2, 2025

Steven Jock Pilarsh, age 56, died unexpectedly at home on August 2, 2025, in Lorain, Ohio.

Born on May, 22, 1969 in Lorain, Ohio, Steve was the son of Leonard "Jock" Pilarsh and Judy ( née Tackett) Pilarsh.  He grew up in Lorain, Ohio, graduating from Grace Baptist Christian School in 1986.  He married Missy...

Jul 30, 2025

Darrel E. Calhoun, age 86 and a longtime resident of Lorain, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

Darrel was born April 26, 1939, in Bedford, Pennsylvania, to the late Coy and Rebecca Calhoun.  He proudly served in the United States Army from 1957-1959.  Darrel was employed...

Jul 29, 2025

With great sadness, the family of Ramon Gonzales announces his passing on July 29, 2025, at the age of 86 at New Life Hospice in Lorain, Ohio.  Ramon is survived by his brother Arturo Gonzales (Mary Lee) of Oak Hill, WV, children Anthony R. Parker, Theresa E. Maesky (John Maesky), Yvonne C. Paytosh, Christine R. Lane (Rick...

Jul 29, 2025

Dennis "Denny" W. Koepke, age 56 and a resident of Sheffield Lake, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Denny was born February 18, 1969, in Elyria to Ronald and Mary Ellen Koepke.  He was a 1988 graduate of Brookside High School, where he played basketball and football.  Following high school, he enlisted in...

Jul 25, 2025

Deborah "Debbie" Hobbs, 73, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away early in the morning of July 25, 2025. She was a woman whose warmth, generosity, and joy touched the lives of all who knew her, as she passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Debbie was the youngest child, born on March 8, 1952, in Lorain, Ohio, to...

Jul 20, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Shaw, 72, of Brownhelm Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20th, at the Ames Family Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family. He will be profoundly missed.

Born and raised in Sheffield Lake, Tom was the third of six children to Anne and Mickey Shaw. He graduated from Brookside High School in...

Jul 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Jimmie Davis, age 32, .Jimmie was a loving husband, son, brother, stepfather, pawpaw, uncle and friend whose kind spirit and big heart touched everyone who knew him. Jimmie is survived by his devoted wife, Debra Davis,his beloved mother, Loyce Davis, and his cherished...