Obituaries

Dec 26, 2021

John Bernard Wolf – 66

John "Jack" Wolf, a lover of all things summer and sun, claimed his beach chair at the swimming pool in the sky on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He just couldn't stand the thought of another Cleveland winter, and who could blame him? John was the third born of Doris and Bob Sr.,...

Dec 14, 2021

Virginia Belle Harding (nee Goldenbogen), age 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. She was predeceased by husband Billy J. Harding and daughter Heidi Harding. Loving mother of Curt (Susan), Joe (Denise) and Jay. Loving grandmother of Jordan, Ian, Brian, Tyler, Renee and Riley. Dear sister of Pat and Judith. The family wishes to send a special thank...

Dec 12, 2021

Theresa A. NICHOLAS, (nee Tilrico) age 97, passed away Dec. 12, 2021. Beloved Wife of 63 years to the late Thomas Nicholas. Devoted Mother of Maryann (Richard), John (Peggy), Rosie (Al), Tommy (deceased), and Ray (Rebecca). Loving Grandmother of 11, Great Grandmother of 17, and Great Great Grandmother of 3.  Beloved Sister to deceased Brothers and Sisters and friend to...

Dec 10, 2021

Marian Frances Jech (nee Baker), 94 passed away in the presence of her children on December 10, 2021. Known for her ever-present smile, Marian embraced all she met and befriended those who were shunned, bringing her kindness and optimism into their lives. Preceded in death by her brother George Baker and her husband of 62 years William James Jech....

Dec 6, 2021

KATHRIN MARKOS (nee Kelepouris), Age 86, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021, the feast day of St. Nicholas! Beloved wife of the late Vasilios "Bill" Markos for 57 years. Loving mother of Olga Wise and Nick Markos. Cherished grandmother of Kristen Wise and Vasilios "Liam" Markos. Daughter of the late Nick and Helen Kelepouris. Loving sister of the...

Dec 5, 2021

Anthony F. REDDISH, age 84, passed away Dec. 5, 2021. Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Flora J. Reddish (nee Macgregor). Devoted father of Anthony R. (Debbie), David, and Susan (James) Galler. Loving grandfather of Nicholas and Ryan Galler. Dear brother of Carmen (Geraldine) and the late Philip (Claire). Uncle, cousin and friend to many, he will...

Dec 4, 2021

Jesse C. BOGGS, Sr., age 95, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on the morning of Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Maplewood Senior Living in Twinsburg, Ohio. Jesse had been battling Parkinson's Disease and Skin Cancer which recently surfaced in his bladder. The bladder cancer moved too quickly, and he lost his ability to fight it only two weeks after...

Nov 20, 2021

Marlene Weiss, age 87; Preceded in death by husband Carroll Weiss passed away peacefully on November 20, 2021 surrounded by her grandchildren. Survivors include her son Jeff Weiss (Jonie) and is preceded in death by her daughter Deborah Antal; dearest grandmother of Kelly Antal, Kimberly Jones, Kyle Antal; great-grandmother to Morgan Baker (Kylan), Hailee, Andrew, Olivia, Colin, Anthony, Kyler...

Nov 19, 2021

Carlton Harry Williams, age 63, died peacefully on November 19th , 2021, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.

Carlton was born on August 18 th , 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio to Harry and Wilma Williams. He graduated from Midpark High School in 1976 and earned a bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace College in 1995. Carlton...

Nov 19, 2021

Carroll Weiss, age 90; husband of Marlene Weiss passed away peacefully on November 19, 2021 surrounded by his family. Survivors include his son Jeff Weiss (Jonie) and is preceded in death by his daughter Deborah Antal; dearest grandfather of Kelly Antal, Kimberly Jones, Kyle Antal; great- grandfather to Morgan Baker (Kylan), Hailee, Andrew, Olivia, Colin, Anthony, Kyler and Kaelyn....

Nov 15, 2021

Rosemary E. Balchak, (née O'Keefe) of Strongsville, OH, age 96, born October 11, 1925, passed away November 15, 2021. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 56 years Ernest (Ernie). She is survived by her adult children Thomas M. Balchak (Natalie née Abrams), James J. Balchak (JoAnn née Hendricks) and Kathleen Fahey (Daniel). Grandchildren Matthew & Allison Balchak, Carrie (Balchak)...

Nov 11, 2021

Shirley Mae Metro (nee Shidlowski). Age 86. Passed away on Tuesday, November 11th, 2021. Loving wife of 64 years to Eugene Metro (deceased). Dearest mother of Eugene Jr. (Lori), Bob (Debbie), Cheryl (Mark), Larry (Danielle) and Donna (Brian). Dearest grandmother of April, Carrie, Kelly, Brian Jr., Bruce, Melissa, Ivan, Lori and Mark. Great grandmother of many. Loving sister to...

Nov 9, 2021

Janet J. LOYA (nee Votruba), age 81.  September 7, 1940 – November 9, 2021. Wife of Steve Loya (deceased). Born to Robert and Marian Votruba (both deceased). Loving mother of Barb Rauckhorst (Terry), Lori Waycaster (Paul) and Jeff Loya (Phil Pace).  Loving grandmother of Steve Rauckhorst (Lauren), Luke Waycaster and Jodi Waycaster (she spoiled them rotten).  Beloved...

Nov 1, 2021

WESTLAKE, OHIO — Eleanor E. Fairbairn, 84, entered into eternal life on November 1, 2021. Born on January 15, 1937 in Ogdensburg, New York, she was the second child of the late Lorne H. and Marge (King) Fairbairn, I. After graduating with honors from Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1954, Eleanor attended St. Lawrence University on full scholarship and later...

Oct 19, 2021

RAYMOND W. OLESKI, Age 91, was born in Cleveland, Oh 12/11/1929 and passed peacefully with family at his side on Oct. 19, 2021. Raymond was preceded in death by his beloved wives Ann J. (nee Doubrava) and Mary Ann Oberth Black (nee West); parents Walter and Bertha (nee Sachara); sister Laverne Michaels (Hobe Sound, FL) and brother James. He...

Oct 12, 2021

Jerome T. Mitchell of Brecksville  passed away on October 12, 2021 at the age 76.  He was the beloved son of Calvin and Mary (nee Kowalcek) Mitchell and dear brother of Esther Tomsik and twin brother James, both deceased. He and his former wife Audrey Mitchell share three children; Christine (Mike), Todd, and Stacy. Grandfather to Amanda (Joe), Ashley,...

Oct 11, 2021

Ardean A. McKay, (nee Boone), age 86, passed away peacefully on Oct 11, 2021. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Neil V. McKay Jr. and loving parents Ivan and Beulah. Loving mother of Ronald (Karen), Eric, the late Neil (Carol), and Sean (Jill). Loving grandmother of Kayla, Eric Jr. (Belinda), Jesse, Cody, Daniel (Susie), Matthew, Abigale (Adam) and...

Oct 9, 2021

Roy A. Van Keuren, age 66, passed away October 9, 2021 after having sustained injuries from a car crash.

He was preceded in death by his wife Susan 'Joy' Van Keuren (nee Guschwan) and his parents Herbert and Evelyn Van Keuren. He is survived by his children, Katherine Van Keuren, 28, Theresa Van Keuren, 25, and siblings...

Oct 7, 2021

Richard J. SAVAGE, age 77.  Beloved husband of the late Faith Terese (nee Brenner).  Born in Summerville, NJ in 1944 and passed on Oct. 7, 2021.  Dear son of Emma Sophia (nee Besig) and James R.  Beloved uncle and dear friend to many.  Well-known vintage toy dealer since 1960's. Donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc.

Oct 5, 2021

Susan 'Joy' Van Keuren (nee Guschwan), age 65, passed away October 5, 2021, at the scene of a fatal car crash. Husband Roy A. Van Keuren passed away Oct. 9, 2021 from injuries sustained in the same car crash.

She is survived by her children, Katherine Van Keuren, 28, and Theresa Van Keuren, 25; siblings George (Anne)...