obituaries

Sep 10, 2024

Helen L. Land, age 85, was the daughter of Okey G. and Phoebe L. (Harmon) Hudkins, born on August 14, 1939, in Ronceverte, West Virginia. She passed away at her home on September 10, 2024.

Helen was an active member of the Lake Erie Church of God for many years.  She served in various functions at her...

Sep 9, 2024

Howard Robert Cowling was born June 6, 1954, in Euclid, Ohio to Howard J. & June M. (Stockwell) Cowling.  He passed away September 9, 2024, at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland, after a 10  month battle with laryngeal cancer.

Howard grew up in Mentor, Ohio and graduated from Mentor High School in 1973.  He worked...

Sep 7, 2024

Beverly A. Shaffer age 73 of Thompson, was the daughter of Hugh and Catherine Shaffer born on February 2, 1951, in Rowlesburg, West Virginia.  She passed away September 7, 2024, at UHHS Geauga Regional Hospital.

Beverly was an Administrator for the Head Start Program for over 20 years.

She was a devoted wife, mother and...

Sep 4, 2024

Casto, Mavis Joan Smith, 98, of Largo, Florida passed away on September 4, 2024. She was born on June 19,1926, in Beck Row, England. She was very proud of her British heritage and often reminisced about fond memories she had growing up, including the time when "Princess Elizabeth" visited her village when they were both children.

Mavis...

Sep 3, 2024

Inez B. Stockdale, age 95, passed away September 3, 2024, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland. She was born July 29, 1929, in New Freeport, Pennsylvania to Clarence "Pete" Taylor and Doris (Pethel) Taylor.

Inez worked for the Ohio Rubber Company for many years, and also spent time helping the family business as a hostess for...

Sep 2, 2024

Mary "Jean" Atwell, age 84, passed away September 2, 2024, at the Lantern of Madison.  She was born August 25, 1940, in Painesville to Harry and Mary (Repen) Roberts.

Jean worked at the Chestnut Street Convenient Mart for over 20 years.  She enjoyed working with her co-workers and interacting with the customers.  She also enjoyed bowling and...

Aug 31, 2024

Stacie Lynn Bowers, age 63, passed away August 31, 2024, surrounded by family at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland after a short lived battle with cancer. She was born October 23, 1960, in Greenville, Pennsylvania to Lyle Wayne Overly and Veva (Frazier) Overly.

Stacie worked for Lake Hospital Systems for many years. However, her main occupation...

Aug 31, 2024

Ruthanne Webster, age 77, passed away August 31, 2024, at University Hospital in Cleveland.  She was born February 11, 1947, in Painesville to Richard B. and Ruth (Claire) Ellis.

Ruthanne was a home healthcare aide and worked for Home Instead Senior Care for many years.

She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

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Aug 31, 2024

Mary Lou Miller, age 96, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on August 31, 2024, in Perry, Ohio.  She was born May 25, 1928, in Columbus, Ohio, to Frank and Jennie (Coccia) Galilei.

Mary Lou met and married Carroll Miller, in her early 20's and they enjoyed 67 years of marriage until his death...

Aug 30, 2024

Donald H. Cipollo, age 80, passed away August 30, 2024, at Danbury of Mentor.  He was born October 20, 1943, in Cleveland to Henry Cipollo and Adele (Yanusaitis) Cipollo.

Donald is survived by his wife of 57 years, Toni (Bufalino) Cipollo; children Dawn Hovancsek (Jim) and Todd Cipollo (Courtney); grandchildren Cole Cwiklinski, Nick Cwiklinski, Cassidy Cipollo, Paige...

Aug 29, 2024

Norma Lee (Pizzino) Nelson passed away August 29th, 2024, in Painesville, Ohio.  She was born June 18, 1933, in Madison to James Vincent Pizzino and Mary Rose (Loria) Pizzino.

Norma worked for Ashtabula County Community Action, the Madison School District and the    J. C. Penney Company.

Norma had a full and active life.  She was...

Aug 27, 2024

Larry John Palecek, age 68, passed away August 27, 2024, at University Hospital in Cleveland.  He was born January 17, 1956, in Painesville to Robert Palecek and Clementine (Brager) Palecek.

Larry was a tool maker and worked for Pro Grind Finishers for many years.  He was also a mechanic and loved working on cars.

Larry...

Aug 26, 2024

Jane M. Sandstrom, age 76, passed away August 26, 2024, in Ashtabula, Ohio.   She was born October 3, 1947, in Painesville to Emil and Virginia (Loxterman) Sandstrom.

Jane was a registered nurse and worked for Lake Hospital Systems for many years.

She enjoyed gardening, athletics, traveling, creating art, collecting Hummels, and spending time with her...

Aug 25, 2024

Richard T. Mills Sr., (91) passed away peacefully at home on August 25, 2024.  Richard was born on January 14, 1933, to Charles and Merle Mills.  He was a proud resident of Lakewood and graduate of Benedictine High School, Class of 1951.

Richard married Mary Pohl Mills on May 28, 1983.  They enjoyed traveling to various locations...

Aug 21, 2024

Marina Avina-Ramirez, age 48, passed away August 21, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Cleveland.  She was born December 29, 1975, in Guanajuato, Mexico to Ruperto Avina and Maria Ramirez.

Marina enjoyed dancing, singing and cooking.  She had a green thumb and took excellent care of her plants, and she was known for her organizational skills.

Aug 18, 2024

Mary Jo Miller, age 59, passed away August 18, 2024, at University Hospital in Cleveland. She was born November 29, 1964, in Painesville to James and Mary (Cawley) D'Abate.

Mary Jo worked as a bus aide for Riverside Local Schools for many years. She often spoke fondly of the relationships she created with students in the district,...

Aug 18, 2024

Tina Marie Morton, age 53, passed away on August 18, 2024, at her residence in Painesville Township, surrounded by her family.   She was born April 12, 1971, in Painesville to Kenton A. and Sandra (Hoffman) Waid.

Tina was a 1989 graduate pf Geneva High School and Lakeland Community College.  She worked as a Paralegal Manager for the...

Aug 18, 2024

Kenneth M. Mussig, age 83, passed away August 18th, 2024, at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.   He was born December 5, 1940, in Cleveland, to Richard S. and Ella Marie Mussig (Scheff).

Kenneth was an engineer/draftsman and worked for Bailey Controls, in Wickliffe for many years.

He enjoyed spending cherished time with family and friends,...

Aug 16, 2024

Ruth Margaret (Shelby) Pohto, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, godmother, sister, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully, at home, on August 16, 2024, at the age of 92.  She was born a twin on 11/27/31 in Fairport Harbor and was a Mentor Resident for over 60 years.  She was proud of her Irish/Catholic heritage and was a longtime...

Aug 13, 2024

Mary Catherine Kull, age 90, passed away August 13, 2024, at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township. She was born October 20, 1933, in Cleveland to Earl S. and Lillian (Lund) Galloway.

Mary was a 5th generation member of The Salvation Army church and served as a Salvation Army officer (clergy) for many years. During her time...