obituaries

Apr 24, 2026

October 11, 1958 - April 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Rendek, 67, of Painesville. John will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, step-father, brother, uncle, friend, and hero to so many.

John grew up in Painesville, Ohio, and was a proud graduate of Harvey...

Apr 22, 2026

Jacob Padilla-Ornelas passed away April 22, 2026 at University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was born February 2, 2002 in Painesville to Jose Luis Padilla and Maria I. Ornelas Padilla.

Jacob is survived by his brothers, Christian Padilla-Ornelas, Luis Alberto Padilla-Ornelas, and his parents.  He was preceded in death by his brother Cesar Ivan Padilla-Ornelas in 2024....

Apr 22, 2026

Anthony Urbas, age 87, passed away April 22, 2026, in Painesville, Ohio. He was born November 10, 1938, in Mentor to Frank J. Urbas and Mary (Kuhar) Urbas.

Anthony served in the United States Army. He was an auto body repairman and worked for Andy's Auto body for many years. Before that he worked at Classic Carriage...

Apr 18, 2026

Cynthia J. Thompson Mandelli, age 73, passed away April 18, 2026, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  She was born March 31, 1953, in Buckhannon, West Virginia to Theodore B. Payne and Jewell F. (Lough) Payne.

Cynthia worked for C V S for many years.  She was a devout member of Family of Faith Church...

Apr 15, 2026

James H. Kroll, age 89, passed away April 15, 2026, in Richmond Heights, Ohio.  He was born September 15, 1936, in Frostburg, Maryland to John Edward Kroll and Frances (Filer) Kroll, and moved to Ohio when he was 19.

James served in the United States Army.  He worked for Avery Dennison for over 41 years. James enjoyed...

Apr 13, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Earl W. Holloway Jr., age 77, of Perry, Ohio. He was born January 4, 1949, in Spring City, Tennessee to Earl W. Holloway Sr. and Virginia Holloway.

Earl loved anything to do with being outdoors, fishing, and hunting.  But most of all he loved spending time...

Apr 13, 2026

Michael D. Snell, 74, of Painesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born in Painesville to Winifred (Cobb) Snell and Delbert Snell, Mike spent his life deeply rooted in the community he loved. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Martha (Burr) Snell; and his parents,...

Apr 11, 2026

Dolores M. Stange, age 90, passed away April 11, 2026, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  She was born June 11, 1935, in Painesville to Francis L. Andrews and Ethaleen M. (Ford) Andrews.

Dolores was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Painesville.

Dolores is survived by her daughters, Debra (Patrick) Barney, Kathleen...

Apr 8, 2026

Douglas Edward Gladen, age 53 of Painesville, suddenly passed away  on April 8, 2026, in Mentor, Ohio. Born June 12, 1972, to Larry Gladen and Judy (Nelson) Gladen.

Doug lived his life for family, community and a good time. He was a dedicated husband to Lori (Greer) Gladen, his loving wife of 25 years, devoted father to...

Apr 8, 2026

William Pavlik, age 86, passed away April 8, 2026, at his residence in Mentor, Ohio.  He was born March 26, 1940, in New Kensington, Pennsylvania to Paul Pavlik and Mary (Renock) Pavlik.

William was a Valley High New Kensington graduate and the University of Pittsburgh where received a Bachelors of Science Degree.  Then he proudly served in...

Apr 6, 2026

Diane M Armstrong, age 76, passed away April 6, 2026, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the first born child to Harold C. Wilkerson and Myrtle J. (Browning) Wilkerson on September 1, 1949, in Painesville, Ohio.

Diane dedicated more than 44 years of service to the Painesville Municipal Court and especially valued her...

Apr 5, 2026

Nancy Louise Arnold (Bozman), age 83, of Painesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Nancy was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and spent her life devoted to her family and those she loved. She was a caring mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother whose kindness and warmth touched many lives.

Nancy was preceded in death by...

Mar 31, 2026

Bettie J. Dye, age 78, passed away March 31, 2026, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  She was born November 17, 1947, in Whitmer, West Virginia to Dorsie White and Annette (Weiford) White.

Bettie was a medical assistant and worked for Dr. Weiland in Chardon for many years.

She absolutely loved nothing but spending...

Mar 30, 2026

Mary Anne Kelly, age 96, passed away March 30, 2026, in Mentor, Ohio with her loving family by her side. She was born June 2, 1929, in Leechburg, Pennsylvania to Dwight T. Hankey and Elna L (Tench) Hankey. She moved to Grand River, Ohio, at an early age. She graduated from Harvey High School in 1947. She continued to...

Mar 30, 2026

Thomas Dotts, 92 passed away peacefully at his home in Mentor, Ohio on March 30, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Cass, West Virginia October 1, 1933, one of ten children of Ferdinand and Beulah Dotts. He was preceded in death by his parents and eight siblings. He is survived by his sister,...

Mar 28, 2026

John Alexander Antonini, age 83, passed away peacefully, March 28, 2026, at Mentor Cleveland Clinic. He was born December 8, 1942, in Charleroi, Pa. to James Antonini and Anne (Verbich) Antonini. He is preceded in death by his parents. John is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Jane Kristyne (Wyse) Antonini; loving son, Jonathan (Guadalupe) Antonini; loving...

Mar 27, 2026

Jeffrey "Michael" Rust, age 72, passed away March 20, 2026, at his residence in Concord Township.  He was born April 3, 1953, in Yonkers, New York to Robert Rust and Jane (Keller) Rust.

Michael was 1971 graduate of Riverside High School and Lakeland Community College.  He was a salesman in the steel, sign, and insurance industries for...

Mar 26, 2026

Mary Downing, age 87, of Avon Lake, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at Avenue Assisted Living.

She was born on April 26, 1938, in Fairport Harbor, Ohio, to the late Joseph & Mary Beno.

A dedicated homemaker, Mary took great pride in caring for her family and her home. Mary enjoyed spending time...

Mar 26, 2026

Donna L. Martin, age 84, passed away March 26, 2026, at Chardon Healthcare in Chardon.  She was born July 1, 1941, in Painesville to Seth Bigley and Elizabeth (Kazsmer) Bigley.

Donna was a schoolteacher and taught for the Perry School System for many years.  She also taught at St. Mary School in Painesville and was Assistant Children's...

Mar 21, 2026

Anita G. (Tromp) Kidder, a devoted wife, loving mother, and lifelong resident of Painesville Township, peacefully passed away surrounded by her beloved family on March 21st, 2026, at Mentor Ridge in Mentor, OH. She was 86 years old.

Born on December 22, 1939, in Painesville, Ohio, Anita proudly graduated from Harvey High School. Her passion for cooking...