obituaries

Jan 18, 2025

Wanda H. Jacobs, age 90, passed away January 18, 20-25 at her residence in Concord Township.  She was born March 24, 934, in Thompson, Ohio to Fred Priem and Helen (Bartlett) Priem.

Wanda was a homemaker and was a member of St. Mary Church in Painesville.  She grew up on the family farm and enjoyed working the...

Jan 18, 2025

In loving memory of John Jerome Spetz of Painesville, Ohio. He died at age 82 on January 18, 2025. John passed away surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 15, 1942 in Painesville, Ohio to the late Leo and Genevieve Spetz. On August 17, 1968, John married the love of his life, Elizabeth (Libby)...

Jan 15, 2025

Mary Lee Williams passed away on January 15th, 2025, at age 82, surrounded by her family. Mary Lee was many things to many people.  She was a talented chef and baker, always prepared with mounds of cookies when family came to visit; she was a consummate storyteller, who told old tales with the same passion and energy on the...

Jan 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved father, William Brucken, age 69.

Dad was a loving husband, loving father, and always willing to help others in need. He loved his family and put them first above all else. His hobbies included riding motorcycles, fixing cars, spending time with his family, photography,...

Jan 13, 2025

Arthur (Cappy) Lloyd Johnson Jr. passed away peacefully on January 13 at Tripoint Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Art was born May 30, 1967, to Arthur Sr. and Judith (Fern) Johnson.

Art graduated from Chardon High School in 1985, and Ohio State ATI in 1987. He spent one year in Scotland on a...

Jan 13, 2025

Wayne Stuart Horton, 70, passed away peacefully at his home on January 13, 2025. Born on March 8, 1954, in Painesville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Harold Harper Horton and Ruth Horton.

Wayne was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Kerry Horton, and a cherished father to Sarah (Abdel) Moukhliss and Elizabeth (Philip)...

Jan 11, 2025

Patricia C. Butler, age 82, passed away January 11, 2025, in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born July 30, 1942, in Fairfield Township (Ohio) to Lawrence Cook and Ella (Cain) Cook.

Patricia was a registered nurse and graduated from Lakeland Community College with honors. She worked for the Mount Sinai Hospital in Cleveland for many years and then...

Jan 11, 2025

E. Thomas McKay (1942 – 2025)

E. Thomas McKay, age 82, passed away January 11, 2025, in Mentor, Ohio.  Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Castle) McKay; devoted father to Brendan (deceased); loving son to Elizabeth McKay and grandson to Ann O'Flannagan (both deceased); He was a loving uncle to many, and dear friend to George Josiban and...

Jan 4, 2025

Melvin Fundermark, age 94, passed away January 4, 2025, in Mentor, Ohio.  He was born May 4, 1930, in Painesville to Elmer Fundermark and Matilda (Becka) Fundermark.

Melvin served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  He graduated from Kent State University.  Melvin was a salesman and worked for Olin Corporation.

He was...

Jan 4, 2025

Scott Chapman age 60 of Perry Ohio was the son of Richard "Skip" and Joanne (Cross) Chapman born on June 10, 1964, in Painesville, Ohio.  He passed away January 4, 2025, at his home in Perry.

Scot owned and operated Chapman Burial Vault in Perry for 42 yrs. He enjoyed fishing and going to Casinos.

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Jan 1, 2025

Rodney B. Lough, age76, passed away January 1, 2025, at Burton Health Care in Burton, Ohio.  He was born February 11, 1948, in Buckhannon, West Virginia to Worthy Lough and Dorothy (Hamrick) (Lough) Ticel.

Rodney served in the United States Marine Corps during the Viet Nam War.  He was a member of Disabled American Vets, the Marine...

Jan 1, 2025

Armond A. Terriaco, age 92, passed away January 1, 2025, in Concord Township, Ohio. He was born on September 15, 1932, in Painesville, Ohio to Pasquale Terriaco and Teresa (Ciccarelli) Terriaco.

Armond served in the United States Air Force stationed in Germany from 1952 to 1957.  He retired from the Mentor School System. Armond loved working outside,...

Jan 1, 2025

Jean Marie Dollar, age, 85 passed away January 1, 2025, at Symphony of Mentor.  She was born November 25th, 1939, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to 1st generation Italian parents Nello and Elma (Pucci) Risaliti.

She graduated from Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in 1960, where she received the "Outstanding Nursing Award".  Jean married Edward on June 3, 1961. She...

Jan 1, 2025

Jacqueline A. Fulmer, age 84, of Perry, Ohio, passed away January 1, 2025, in Concord Township, Ohio, surrounded by her daughters.    Jackie was born December 7, 1940, and grew up in Washington, Pennsylvania with parents, Jennie and Harold McConnell and her sister, Kathy.

Jackie spent her career as a devoted nurse and educator.  From bedside to management,...

Dec 29, 2024

Beverly Jean (Billhardt) Keyse went home to her Lord on December 29, 2024.  She was born October 24, 1943, to Karl and Rose (Persanti) Billhardt.

Beverly lived on Beachview Drive in Willoughby, a short walk from the shore of Lake Erie.  She loved the lake and the beach.  As a teenager she took the Red Cross Life...

Dec 29, 2024

Nicholas (Nick) J. Tomba, age 93, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, surrounded by his family.   He was born February 23, 1931, in Morgantown, West Virginia to Giuseppe and Filomena (Colocielo) Tomba.  He was the beloved husband of 51 years to his beautiful wife, Shirley Kish Tomba.

Nick was a US Army veteran, serving in the...

Dec 26, 2024

Thomas R. Pringey, age 70, passed away December 26, 2024, in Geneva, Ohio.  He was born November 16, 1954, in Rockford, Illinois to Richard Pringey and Marian (Blomberg) Pringey.

Tom worked for Xact Spec Industries for many years, most recently part-time as he enjoyed his well-earned retirement.  He was a member of Calvary Fellowship Baptist Church.  Tom...

Dec 24, 2024

Judith C. Lazuka, 84, of Concord Township, died on December 24, 2024. She was born November 8, 1940, in Littleton, Iowa to Bertrand and Winifred (Cooper) Cavanagh. Judy was a devoted mother whose children were her first priority. Her generosity and dedication to her family knew no limits. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved...

Dec 23, 2024

Lisa D. Lynch, age 60, passed away December 23, 2024, at her residence in Painesville Township, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous four year battle with Cancer. She was born September 25, 1964, in Madison, Ohio to Euell Cecil Kessinger and Dolly (Harris) Kessinger.

Lisa was an Executive Assistant and Purchasing Manager for R. W. Sidley...

Dec 20, 2024

James H. Replogle, age 82, passed away December 20, 2024, in Middlefield, Ohio.   He was born February 28, 1942, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Harry Replogle and Catherine (Faint) Replogle.

James was very proud to have served in the United States Air Force in Panama and Nashville, TN, where he met his wife, Betty.  He was a talented...