obituaries

Mar 15, 2024

John W. Wiles, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, age 92, passed away March 15, 2024, at his residence in Mentor, Ohio. He was born June 12, 1931, in Rowlesburg, West Virginia to Dwight and Merle (Cathell) Wiles.

After graduation from West Virginia University with a degree in journalism, he followed the then typical exodus from the...

Mar 13, 2024

Susan Kulhanek, age 54, passed away March 13, 2024.  She was born April 16, 1969, in Parma to James and Madeline (Kurz) Kulhanek.

On March 13, our precious Susan lost her battle to CRPS after fighting bravely for four years against excruciating pain.  She was 54 years old.

Even with the extreme pain, she continued...

Mar 13, 2024

Peggy Ann Zarbo, age 86, passed away March 13, 2024, in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born June 7, 1937, in Cleveland to John Banko and Elizabeth Kocsis Banko.

Peggy was a homemaker and enjoyed bingo and spending time with her family.

Peggy is survived by her son, Dean (Connie) Zarbo, daughter, Debbie (Tim) O'Donnell, and...

Mar 13, 2024

Larry M. Ross, age 74, passed away March 13, 2024, at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby.  He was born November 13, 1949, in Cleveland to Forrest and Anne (Choleva) Ross.

Larry was an artist and graphic illustrator.  He enjoyed painting, spending time outdoors, volunteering, and spending time with his grandkids and his dog, Sissy.

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Mar 12, 2024

WILLIAM "BILL" HAWKINS

October 5, 1958 - March 12, 2024

Bill Hawkins, 65, of Painesville, passed away Tuesday, March 12, at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center.

Bill was born October 5, 1958, in Cleveland, a son of Joe and Nancy Hawkins. He was a graduate of Mayfield High School (1977) and attended...

Mar 11, 2024

Dean G. Johnson, age 64, passed away March 11, 2024, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born October 10, 1959, in Willoughby to Kurt Vance and Joyce Ann (Spiewak) Johnson.

Dean worked for the Lake County Commissioners in the Building and Grounds Department for 30 years.  He enjoyed going to car shows, playing...

Mar 8, 2024

George O. Lehtonen, age 76, of Madison, Ohio, passed away March 8, 2024, at the Lantern of Saybrook in Ashtabula with all of his close family by his side. He was born March 10, 1947, in Isokyro, Finland to Tauno and Annikki (Simojoki) Lehtonen.

George came to the United States from Finland in 1969, longing for the...

Mar 5, 2024

Mary "Sheila" Fitzpatrick, age 84, passed away March 5, 2024, at her residence in Concord Township.  She was born October 1, 1939, in Cleveland to Albert J. Fitzpatrick and Kathryn A. (Pellerin) Fitzpatrick.

Sheila worked for Mentor Public Library and Bank One.  She was a member of St. Gabriel Catholic Church.  Sheila was an avid reader, and...

Mar 2, 2024

Deanna "Dee" M. Keever, age 85, passed away March 2, 2024, in Winter Haven, Florida.  She was born March 7, 1938, in Painesville to Michael and Thelma Wirenius.

Deanna is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Keever; brother, David Wirenius (Mary); children, Tim, Terri (Bernie), Michael (Robin), Jeff, and William Jr.; grandchildren, Tina, Lauren, TJ, Michael (Madie),...

Mar 1, 2024

Donald "Glenn" Brown, age 66 of Painesville, Ohio passed away March 1, 2024, surrounded by family.  He was born June 20th, 1957, in Cleveland Ohio to Donald and Barbara (Ash) Brown.

Glenn graduated from Perry High School in 1976 and continued his education at Lincoln Electric School of Welding.

His welding career for the last...

Mar 1, 2024

Joan (Joanne) Louise Kessler (nee Jones) of Fairport Harbor, passed peacefully on March 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Haven Home in Mentor, Ohio.  Joanne, age 90, was born on October 13, 1933.

She is survived by her daughters, Debra (Hugh) Larick and JoDee (Toby) Dunlap; son, Robert (Cathy) Kessler; sister, Clara Glass; 7 grandchildren...

Feb 23, 2024

Christina "Christy" McCue (née McMahon) Christy McCue, of Charlestown NH and formerly of Painesville, OH, passed into eternal rest on February 23, 2024. She joins her beloved husband, Kevin McCue, and her parents, Olga and James McMahon. Born on May 15, 1948, Christy was a beacon of altruism and empathy throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who...

Feb 21, 2024

David N. McDonald, age 60, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024, at his home in Mentor, Ohio. David was born on April 24, 1963, to Robert and Dorothy (Fedak) McDonald in Painesville, Ohio.

After graduating from Lake Catholic High School, David served in the U.S. Air Force. David enjoyed boating, jet skiing and watching sports –...

Feb 19, 2024

Born on March 11, 1951, in Painesville, Ohio, Anna graduated from Fairport Harding High School in 1969.  She worked at SAS Rubber Company from 1976 to 2014, retiring, after 38 years. Her hobbies were sewing, reading, and playing bingo. She participated in several craft shows with her pillows and candy making.  She was involved with the Fairport Harbor Mardi...

Feb 18, 2024

Joseph G. Smole, age 91, passed away February 18, 2024, at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby, Ohio after a brief illness. He was born July 18, 1932, in Cleveland to Joseph J. and Anna (Pirnat) Smole

Joseph served in the United States Army as a Corporal and MP overseeing the prisoner exchanges during the Korean War.  ...

Feb 17, 2024

Lorenzo A. Nolen, age 59, passed away February 17, 2024, at his residence in Madison, Ohio.  He was born September 8, 1964, in Verona, Italy to Fred L. Nolen and Maria S. (Zarattini) Nolen.

Lorenzo was previously employed with Penn Line Tree Services and Franklin Roofing.  Lorenzo currently worked with his business partner/friend Ron Wholf with Wholf...

Feb 16, 2024

Larry G. Young, age 82, of Painesville Twp. Ohio passed away February 16, 2024. He was born June 30, 1941, in Clarksburg, PA to Herbert and Dorothy (Myers) Young.

He was a graduate of Collinwood High School "Class of 1959". Larry worked as a tool and die maker for Cosmo Plastics. He loved to hunt, fish, and...

Feb 9, 2024

Eleanor E. Zimny, age 93, passed away February 9, 2024. She was born October 10, 1930, in Painesville to George and Mary (Vayner) Sabo.

Besides being a homemaker, Eleanor had many occupational endeavors, including employment with the State of Ohio, Department of Liquor Control for many years.She enjoyed gathering with friends at the Hungarian Culture Club and...

Feb 6, 2024

Joan L. Palinkas, age 94, passed away February 6, 2024, at her residence in Painesville Township.  She was born November 17, 1929, in Wyandotte, Michigan to James A. and Irene (Hooks) Rushlow.

Joan worked for Fazio's (Rini Rego's) Grocery Store in the deli department for many years.  She also worked for IRC Fibers in the spinning room. ...

Feb 3, 2024

Mark Odell Welch of Perry passed away on February 3, 2024 with family by his side. He was born on March 31, 1959, to Odell C. and Mary Anne (Plummer) Welch in Painesville, Ohio.  He was a 1977 graduate of Harvey High School.  Mark married Kathryn Poling on May 30, 1987.

Mark was employed by Lake Metroparks...