Lynn Ellen Ginter
Mar 17, 2025
Lynn Ellen Ginter, 8/11/51-3/17/25, Born in Cleveland, OH, 1968-Normandy High School Graduate
Lynn entered into rest peacefully on Monday, March 17th, surrounded by her loved ones. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arch and Sara Jane Brown. She was the beloved wife, for 48 years of Larry Ginter. Mother of Diane Smith (Ethan), Joanne (Mike)...
Richard J. Kopansky
Mar 14, 2025
Richard J. Kopansky, 86, passed away in his sleep at his home, Friday, March 14 2025. He was born May 31, 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Raymond and Frances Kopansky (nee Checovich). He is preceded in death by his sisters Betty Ihnacik and Polly Drury and his son Randal J. Richard is survived by his loving...
Michael E. Dubay
Mar 11, 2025
Michael E. DUBAY, age 94, passed away March 11, 2025. Mike was the beloved husband of 74 years to the late Marilyn (nee Wurm); dearest father of Thomas (Joan), Mark (Gayle)(both deceased), Maribeth Matesic (Jeff), Christopher (Sharon), Peggy Uhler (Kirk), and Patrick (Karen). Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mary (nee Baziuk), brothers John (Marie)...
Deborah Graham
Feb 28, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" Graham, 75, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on February 28, 2025. Born June 8, 1949, Debbie lived an independent, adventurous life, working as a dedicated bookkeeper and caring for others.
Known for her honest, well-intentioned directness, she loved travel and fiercely valued her independence. She possessed a strong will and advocated for...
Sandra Lee “Sandy” Deja
Feb 21, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of SANDRA LEE DEJA (nee Meier) of Medina, OH, who passed at age 81 on February 21, 2025. Known to loved ones and friends as "Sandy".
She is preceded in death by her loving husband, John Joseph Deja, Sr., and son Gregory James Roush. She is survived by her son, John...
Douglas J. “Doug” Turchanik
Feb 19, 2025
DOUGLAS "Doug" JAMES TURCHANIK, age 64, of Brook Park, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. Doug was an avid classic rock fan with quite a music collection. Name a tune from the 70's and 80's and he probably knew it. Maybe these lines from "Songbird" by Fleetwood Mac say it best…"For you, there'll be no more crying. For...
Mark P. Tolar
Feb 13, 2025
Mark Patrick TOLAR, age 34, passed on February 13, 2025. Beloved son of Mary Tolar (Apathy) and Mark A. Tolar (married to Teresa Tolar). Loving brother of Michele (Tolar) Snack (married to Ryan), Melissa (Tolar) Barker (married to Nick), Michael Tolar and Matthew Tolar (married to Allyson Tolar). Cherished uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many.
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Karen M. Tropkoff
Feb 5, 2025
KAREN MARIE TROPKOFF, age 60, (1964 – 2025).
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved mother, Karen Tropkoff, who left us on February 5, 2025 following a long, 7 year battle with cancer. Full of love, laughter, and resilience, she touched the lives of many who knew her.
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George V. Kraft
Feb 4, 2025
GEORGE V. KRAFT. Passed away peacefully February 4th, 2025. Beloved husband of Geraldine "Gerry" (nee Ravas). Loving father of Brian (Christie), and Sharon Grady (Seth). Beloved grandfather of 8. Private services are being held.
Barbara Ann Nichols
Jan 21, 2025
Barbara Ann (Phillips) Nichols, 83, of San Diego, CA died peacefully on Jan 21, 2025 in Prescott Valley, AZ. She was born in Cleveland, OH to Paul and Margaret ( Slaminka) Phillips, (both deceased). Barb is also predeceased by her brother, David. She is survived by her sister, Paula Leigh,(Kevin), David's wife, Susan Phillips of Aiken, GA, and many cousins,...
Douglas L. Davis
Jan 18, 2025
Douglas L. Davis, age 85, of Brook Park, passed away on January 18, 2025. Beloved husband of 63 years to Barbara A. (nee Kaska). Loving father of Kim Szczepinski (Allan), Lorrie Ziegler (Ed), and Bob (Angie). Beloved grandfather of Chad (Samantha), Chelsea, Zak (Faith), Jake (Alex), Abby, Molly, and Ben and great grandfather of Leo, Remi, Kinsley, Nash, Archer,...
Edward Lee Smigelski
Jan 9, 2025
EDWARD L. SMIGELSKI, 39, of Parma Heights, OH, died January 9th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 5th, 1986 in Cleveland OH. The son to Janette Pellas and Edward Smigelski, father to Penelope Smigelski, brother to Darryl Smigelski, Jessica Buttrey (Tim), Stacy Trassare (Chris), dearest uncle to many nieces, nephews and cousins, he adored.
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Sheila E. Leonard
Dec 16, 2024
Sheila Ellen Leonard (nee English) age 85, entered eternal rest on December 16, 2024. Passed away peacefully at Western Reserve Hospice House in Medina, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late James Michael Leonard. Dear daughter of the late Francis J. and Marie C. English. Dearest mother of Charles James Leonard (Kathleen), Daniel Edward Leonard (Mary), Patricia Ann Wyzykowski and...
Rosemary A. Wagner
Dec 16, 2024
Rosemary A. WAGNER, (nee Zirker), age 93. Beloved wife of the late Ralph E. Dearest mother of Mary Kay, Thomas (Susan), Brian (Lisa), and Jack. Loving grandmother of Sara (Andy), Katy, Neal (Brianna), Brad, Ryan, Lauren, Justin, Jillian (Malachi), and Jaden. Dear great grandmother of Maci, Benjamin, Gianna, and Myla. Longtime companion of Dan Travers. Dearest sister of Mary...
Richard Spooner
Dec 11, 2024
Richard Spooner, 70, of North Ridgeville, Ohio passed away on December 11th 2024. Richard was born on September 22, 1954 to Ted and Violet Spooner in Berea, Ohio. Richard loved spending time with friends and family and loved sharing his knowledge and craftmanship on home construction projects. He lived a satisfying life in service to others and being a...
Bonnie M. Bosela
Dec 4, 2024
Bonnie Marie Bosela (nee Eiben) passed away at the age of 54 on December 4th, 2024. Beloved daughter of Robert and Della Eiben. Loving wife of James. Dear mother of Benjamin and Jillian. Cherished sister of Matt (Tammy) and Michelle Pryor (Eric) (Christopher Manzuk – deceased). Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many treasured...
Joan Kosmerl
Dec 3, 2024
Joan Kosmerl (Chanda), 77, of Brook Park, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Joan's life is a testament to kindness, faith, and unconditional love. Family was everything to Joan. Her home was a place of love and laughter. Born on November 22, 1947, to Edward and...
Nicholas R. Oleski
Nov 19, 2024
Nicholas R. OLESKI, (age 34), was taken suddenly on November 19, 2024. Loving son of Kim and Gretchen Oleski and brother of Jeffrey; cherished nephew of David (Molly) and Michael (Keith Nagy) and beloved cousin of many. Nick was a Principal Attorney with the law firm of McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal and Liffman. He loved the law and was a...
Boxel Ann E. Van
Nov 16, 2024
ANN E. VAN BOXEL (nee Kionecka), Age 99, previously of North Royalton, Ohio, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 16, 2024. Beloved wife of John (deceased); mother of James (Cindy) of Strongsville, Ohio, eldest sister to Mary, Joe, Rose, and Albert Kionecka, previously deceased.
Ann was a wife, mother, homemaker, and...
Wasyl “Bill” Kiwala
Nov 9, 2024
Wasyl "Bill" Kiwala, 63, of Parma Heights, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, surrounded by loving family. Bill is survived by his wife, Madonna (Harrington) Kiwala; daughter, Ashley Kiwala, and stepchildren, Samuel Jackson and Elizabeth Jackson; and siblings, Anna Chudoba and John Chudoba. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jaroslawa Chudoba, and stepfather, Michael Chudoba....
