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Denzil "Junior" Ray Wright Jr.
Oct 18, 2024
Denzil "Junior" Ray Wright Jr., age 67, and lifelong resident of Lorain, passed away Friday, October 18, 2024, after a brave and courageous battle with a lengthy illness.
Denzil was born August 3, 1957 to Denzil Ray Wright Sr., and Lillian Calvert in Lorain, Ohio at St. Joseph Hospital. Denzil worked for Crown Steel from...
Carol L. (Nee Eyman) Kramer
Oct 16, 2024
Carol L Kramer (nee Eyman), 88, a lifelong resident of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on October 16, 2024, after a lengthy illness, under the care of Mercy Health's New Life Hospice.
Born at St. Joseph Hospital on September 26, 1936, to the late Herbert and Ruth (Dickson) Eyman, Carol graduated from Lorain...
Gary "Richie" Smink Jr.
Oct 11, 2024
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Gary "Richie" Smink Jr., who left us too soon on October 11, 2024, in Lorain, Ohio.
Richie was born on December 1, 1966, to Gary Sr. and Linda (nee Cornell) Smink. After graduating from Elyria High School in 1985, Gary dedicated himself to serving...
Linda Michelle (Osborn) Leach
Oct 10, 2024
Linda Michelle Leach, age 65, of Lorain, passed away peacefully, cradled in the arms of her beloved husband, Joe, and embraced by the love of her Lord and Savior. She has transitioned into a realm of peace, joy, and love that surpasses all human understanding. Linda faced her final challenge with unwavering courage, having bravely battled esophageal...
Fred Rollin Moore
Oct 7, 2024
Fred Rollin Moore (Hershberger), passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024. He is survived by his partner of 27 years Randy Moore, son Eli age 12, daughter Melody age 13, three brothers, two sisters, and many others. He was preceded in death by his father Charles Hershberger Sr. and his mother Ruth Hershberger. He was a proud...
Bobbi Rae Matear
Oct 5, 2024
Our beloved Bobbi Rae Matear, 65 of Avon, tragically left us on Saturday, October 5, 2024. She was born on November 14, 1958 in Hampton, Virginia and then moved to Avon in 1960 where she spent the rest of her childhood years. She will be truly missed by her children, grandchildren, brothers, and sister. Her beloved children...
Marsha L. (Lahiff) Clark
Oct 3, 2024
Marsha L. Clark (nee Lahiff), age 70 and a longtime resident of Lorain, passed away at Mercy Regional Medical Center on Thursday, October 3, 2024 after a two year illness. Marsha was born in Elyria on September 4, 1954 to the late David A. and Clare A. (nee Kaiser) Lahiff. She was a 1972 graduate...
Sam Wiliam Odom Jr.
Oct 3, 2024
Sam William Odom, Jr., 81, of Lorain, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Mercy New Life Hospice. Born on March 19, 1943, in Mobile, Alabama, Sam was the cherished son of the late Sam William Odom, Sr. and Mary E. (nee Cobb) Odom.
He attended Lorain High School Class of 1961,...
Virginia "Ginny" Anne (Cummings) Sexton
Oct 3, 2024
Virginia "Ginny" Anne Sexton (nee Cummings), age 84 and a longtime resident of Vermilion, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Kingston of Vermilion after a lengthy illness. Ginny was born December 27, 1939, in Harrison, West Virginia to the late James and Katherine (Hayes) Cummings. After marrying in the 1950s, Ginny moved to Vermilion where she...
Hildegard Wells
Sep 24, 2024
Hildegard Wells, age 87, and a resident of Sheffield Lake passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
Hildegard was born on August 22, 1937 in Munich Germany to the late Balthazar and Karine (nee Obermeier) Gerhardinger.
She moved to the United States in 1956.
...
Raymond "Ray" Ybarra
Sep 19, 2024
Raymond "Ray" Ybarra, age 82, and a resident of Lorain, Ohio passed away peacefully with family at his side on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
Ray was born to the late Jessie Lopez and Susie Valdez (nee Martinez) in Galveston, Texas.
He graduated from a Catholic School in Lorain in the early 60's. Ray...
Bobby Jack Meadows
Sep 19, 2024
Bobby J, Meadows, age 66, a resident of Cleveland passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
Bobby was born in Hinton, West Virginia to Douglas Walter and Mary Etta Meadows (nee Thomas).
Bobby loved the Cleveland Browns and fishing.
Bobby is preceded in death by his mother Mary Etta Landis, brother-in-law...
Robert J. Smith
Sep 14, 2024
Robert Smith Jr., age 74, and a resident of Elyria passed away at home on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
Robert was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1968-1972 after graduating from Grafton Midview High School in 1967. After returning home he worked at the Elyria Timm's Springs...
Larry Neil Moore
Sep 12, 2024
Larry Neil Moore, 69, of Lorain, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 8, 1955 to Mary E. Moore (nee Jones) and Larry N. Moore, Larry's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to family. He was passionate about ministry...
Nicholas "Nicky" Salva
Sep 10, 2024
Nicholas "Nicky" Salva, age 71 and a resident of Elyria, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 after a lengthy illness. Nicky was born January 22, 1953 in Youngstown to the late Mike and Sylvia (nee Tsaknis) Salva. He was a 1971 graduate of Southview High School, Lorain. Nicky was employed at United States...
Winford Wink Coleman
Sep 9, 2024
Winford "Wink" Coleman, age 76, and a resident of Elyria, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 9, 2024, while in hospice with family at his side.
Winford was born on July 17, 1948, in Pikeville, KY to the late Gilbert and Celia Coleman (née Bostic). After graduating from Mullins High School, he...
John Arthur Farmer
Sep 6, 2024
John A. Farmer, age 76, and a lifelong resident of New London passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 6, 2024.
John was born and raised in New London by his parents, Jack and Vondale Farmer. He worked as a communication technician throughout his life until he suffered a stroke in 2009. He enjoyed...
Joyce Musial
Sep 3, 2024
Joyce Musial, age 73, of Lorain, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Joyce was born to Curtis and Leona Justice (nee Rogers) in Pikesville, Kentucky.
She was an avid reader in her free time, especially science fiction, crossword puzzles, and most of all spending time with her family.
She is...
Sally Ann (Zaorski) Moore
Sep 2, 2024
Sally Ann Moore, of Elyria, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2.
A long-time resident of Elyria, Sally was born in Pittsburgh and was a die-hard Steelers fan. She often bet her grandsons a 2-liter of Coke when they played against the Browns. Sally lived a multifaceted life, working at the Pentagon and later at...
Patricia Ann (Barnett) Pridemore
Aug 25, 2024
Patricia A. Pridemore, age 73, passed away peacefully with her daughter Kelly, on Sunday, August 25, 2024, after a short battle with her illness.
Patricia loved to explore small mom-and-pop shops and going out to local yard sales, and thrift shops. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting, cooking, reading, and most of all she...
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