obituaries

Jun 17, 2025

Suzanna "Sue" M. Novak, age 84, passed away peacefully June 17, 2025, at her residence in Fairport Harbor, Ohio. She was born November 19, 1940, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Ross Jordan and Mary Alice (Williams) Jordan.

Sue was a homemaker and raised 3 beautiful children along with her late husband Jerry. They enjoyed many wonderful family...

Jun 15, 2025

Warren D. Connally, age 77, passed away June 15, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born May 12, 1948, in Red Stone, Pennsylvania to Grant Connolly and Margaret (Keeney) Connolly.

Warren served in the United States Marines during the Vietnam War.  He worked for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for many...

Jun 14, 2025

Lucille E.(  Kleinshrot) Thompson, age 101, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on June 14, 2025.  She was born February 25, 1924, in Painesville to Charles Kleinshrot and Genevieve (Rex) Kleinshrot.

Lucille worked in her parent's store until they closed.  She also worked at Johnson Meat Market.  Lucille was matron for special education...

Jun 14, 2025

Carole A. Ross, age 80, passed away June 14, 2025, at her residence in Grand River.   She was born June 7, 1945, in Painesville to George Beck and Irene (Zuber) Beck.

Carole worked as a newspaper carrier for the Painesville Telegraph and the News Herald from 1978 through 2006.

She enjoyed gardening and loved all...

Jun 13, 2025

Thomas J. Hervey III, age 69, passed away June 13, 2025, in Concord Township, Ohio.  He was born, October 3, 1955, in Painesville to Thomas J. Hervey Jr. and Mary J. (Brooks) Hervey.

Thomas was a machine operator and worked for Avery Dennison for many years.  He was a member of the First Church of Christ and...

Jun 8, 2025

Caren L. Goodmote, age 47, passed away June 8, 2025, at her residence in Painesville.  She was born December 29, 1977, in Olean, New York to Donald Goodmote and Kathleen (Warner) Goodmote.

Caren was a homemaker.  She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and nature.  She also loved hiking, spending time at the beach, and most importantly, she loved her...

Jun 5, 2025

Sheree L. Shook, age 70, passed away June 5, 2025, at her residence in Painesville.  She was born January 9, 1955, in Mineral Wells, Texas to Earl and Claudette Rottmann.

Sheree served in the United States Air Force and worked for the Riverside School System as a special needs aide.   She enjoyed painting, drawing, and doing mixed...

Jun 3, 2025

Gary J. Kovach, age 74, passed away June 3, 2025, at his residence in Perry.  He was born November 12, 1950, in Cleveland to Paul Kovach and Marie (Zart) Kovach.

Gary served in the United States Army.  He worked at the Perry Nuclear Power Plant for many years.

He enjoyed golfing and playing billiards.

Jun 3, 2025

Donald Ray Brown, age 90, passed away June 3, 2025, at his residence in Perry, Ohio.   He was born December 28, 1934, in Clarksburg, West Virginia to Ray Brown and Ruby (Powell) Brown.

Donald was a machinist and worked for Midwest Materials for many years.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cars.

Donald is...

Jun 3, 2025

Donna J. Occhionero, age 89, passed away June 3, 2025, in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born December 9, 1935, in Cleveland to Edwin Lyon and Erla (Adams) Lyon.

Donna was a homemaker and enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom, surrounded by God and her family.  She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Donna is survived...

Jun 2, 2025

James R. Sloban, age 77, passed away June 2, 2025, at the Ohio Veteran's Home in Sandusky, Ohio. He was born November 7, 1947, in Painesville to Robert T. Sloban and Geraldine C. (Haas) Sloban.

James served in the United State Marines from 1967 until 1972 during the Vietnam War. He was a chemist and worked for...

May 31, 2025

Vivian Kroll, a soft-spoken, humble lady, who appreciated the little things in life and never had a bad thing to say about anyone, passed away on May 31, 2025, at her home in Richmond Heights, at the age of 93.  She was born on April 6, 1932, among the beautiful hills of West Virginia, to Pierce and Ruth (Byrd)...

May 30, 2025

Elmer George Lawrence, age 96, passed away May 30, 2025, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  He was born April 24, 1929, in Painesville Township to John and Elizabeth (Szekeres) Lawrence.

Elmer served in the United States Air Force and was a life-time Lake County resident.  He worked for Thompson Products, and in the construction industry,...

May 27, 2025

Julie Anne Carducci, a radiant soul who touched countless lives, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at her home in Painesville Township at the age of 83. Born on February 19, 1942, in Painesville to Robert and Doris (Smith) Loth, Julie's warmth and generosity defined her extraordinary life.

For many years, Julie thrived in the real...

May 27, 2025

Our cherished Mother and Grandmother, Rita Mae Panzarella King, died May 27, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, at Geneva Center. She was 93.

Rita was born at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Cleveland, December 23, 1931, to Mary and Vincent Panzarella. She attended St. Mary's school and graduated from Harvey High School in 1949. Afterwards, she was...

May 26, 2025

Bonnie L. Frye, age 76, passed away May 26, 2025, at Salida Woods in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born May 13, 1949, in Cleveland and spent her entire life in Leroy and Thompson Townships.

Bonnie was a member of the First Church of Christ in Painesville, where she was a Sunday School teacher and was active in...

May 20, 2025

Nancy J. Mason, age 79, of Perry, passed away at her son's residence May 20, 2025. She was born February 19, 1946, in Uhrichsville, OH. to Loretta (Ferrell) and Herbert Bailey.

She enjoyed bowling, taking walks at parks, doing her puzzle books and going for drives in the country. She was loved by many and affectionately known...

May 17, 2025

Lucia Marie Strater, age 92, passed away Saturday May 17, 2025, at her residence in Willoughby Ohio. She was born August 14, 1932, in Cleveland Ohio to Elmer Bicker and Dorothy (Corlett) Bicker. She attended Mayfield High School and loved her years there. She was very involved in leadership and music and was voted Homecoming Queen. At Mayfield, she...

May 16, 2025

Dorothy "Dottie" Dunlap, age 97, passed away May 16, 2025. Born January 19, 1928. She will be remembered with great adoration by many and for her big "BEAR HUGS" that will have to last us our lifetime. We know why she lived so long…. she was humble and kind and had a positive outlook on life, and had many...

May 16, 2025

Donald G. Dwyer, age 63, passed away May 16, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights.  He was born October 13, 1961, in Cleveland to Thomas P. Dwyer Sr. and Nancy Ann (Roeder) Dwyer.

Donald was a member of Local 87 Carpenters Union and worked with Dean Dyke for many years.  He loved working with his hands...