obituaries

Sep 5, 2023

Paul I. Banker, age 53, passed away on September 5, 2023, in Concord Township, Ohio, born June 8, 1970, in Painesville, Ohio, to Lloyd and Hazel (Bailey) Banker. Paul survived by his fiancé of 14 years, Melissa Muller; daughter Melinda (Thorsten "Bo" Martin) Simmons; stepchildren Auston Muller and Elizabeth Donken; grandchildren Wade Simmons, Thorsten Martin, and Penelope Martin; sister...

Sep 5, 2023

Else F. Miller, 89, of Concord Township entered eternal rest on September 5, 2023.

Else was born in Parma, Ohio on September 1, 1934, to the late Albert and Frieda Kalberer. She was one of three children who were raised in a proud German-American family surrounded by German foods, culture, and traditions. A graduate of Euclid High...

Sep 3, 2023

Mark R "Raggs" Rago, age 64, of Painesville Township was the son of Domenick and Rose Marie (Colabove) Rago.  He was born on March 22,1959 in Altoona, PA and passed away September 3, 2023, at University Hospital in Cleveland.   As spoken by his sister, "He was loud and unapologetically opinionated about what he believed in. The title "conspiracy theorist"...

Aug 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Janet Brown.

Janet Brown, born on August 21, 1961, brought boundless love, creativity, and compassion into the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. On August 30, 2023, we said goodbye to a remarkable woman who touched our hearts in countless ways. Janet was a masterful seamstress, turning fabric into...

Aug 30, 2023

Glenn Frank Roesch, age 75, went to be with his Savior Jesus in heaven from his residence in Mentor, Ohio, August 30, 2023.  He was born August 9, 1948, in Cleveland to Clarence and Rose (Bavec) Roesch.

Glenn was a graduate of Euclid High School and the University of Toledo, where he received his degree in Mechanical...

Aug 25, 2023

Geraldine L. Winter, age, 81, was born September 16th, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio. She passed away August 25, 2023, at Kobacker House, in Columbus, Ohio.

Geraldine worked as a secretary for an insurance company for many years. She took pride in caring for others, and especially loved her family.

She is survived by her sons,...

Aug 23, 2023

Richard Matthew White, age 61, was born October 31, 1961, in Painesville, Ohio.  He passed away August 23, 2023, at his home in Concord Township, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Richard worked as a Processing Engineer for Avery Dennison and was a loyal employee for over 40 years, until retiring in 2021.

Richard...

Aug 22, 2023

Eilene J. King, age 87, passed away August 22, 2023, at her residence in Painesville.  She was born May 13, 1936, in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania to Jesse and Jane King.

Eilene worked for Jaydee Cleaners for many years.  She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casinos and she loved animals.  Eilene's greatest love was her family.  The times...

Aug 19, 2023

A celebration of life and Mass of Christian Burial for Joanne E. Lombardy, age 87, will be 11:00 am, Thursday, August 24, 2023, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Rd. Concord, OH. Friends will be received one hour before the mass at the back of the church.

A lifetime Painesville resident, Joanne was born on...

Aug 18, 2023

Brian P. Siebert, age 35, of Concord Twp, OH, passed away at Burton Health Care in Burton, OH. August 18, 2023. He was born December 1,1987 in Chardon, OH. to Dan and Diane (Berry) Siebert.

He was a graduate of Chardon High School, Class of 2006. Brian attended Ohio University and served in the U S Army...

Aug 17, 2023

John Charles Spaller, age 69, passed away August 17, 2023, in Painesville.  He was born March 27, 1954, in Painesville to Wanda (Fryer) and Lynn Spaller.

John served in the United States Air Force for over 21 years, retiring in 1996.  He enjoyed working with computers, woodworking, and studied meteorology.

John is survived by his...

Aug 15, 2023

Mary Frances Stockmaster, age 73, passed away August 15, 2023, in Chardon, Ohio.  She was born April 29, 1950, in Cleveland to John and Joanne (McGrogan) Dick.

Mary was a member of St. John Vianney Parish and a former member of St. Bede's in Mentor.  Her faith was most important to her.   She was a homemaker and...

Aug 13, 2023

Michael W. Burdecki, age 48, passed away August 13, 2023, at Metro Health Center in Cleveland.  He was born November 26, 1974, in Medina, Ohio. He grew up in Eastlake, Ohio and resided in Mentor, Ohio.

Michael was a machinist by trade and enjoyed his work.

He enjoyed watching football, reading the newspaper, Facebook, and...

Aug 10, 2023

James T. Higgins, age 74, passed away August 10, 2023, in Mentor.  He was born June 2, 1949, in Cleveland to James A. and Bernice (Nelson) Higgins.

James spent his entire career working at Catalano's Stop-n-Shop before he retired.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, having cookouts, watching all sports, especially The Guardians, and...

Aug 6, 2023

Emma Ruth Garland, age 87, passed away August 6, 2023, at Concord Village Nursing and Rehab.  She was born January 5, 1936, in Morgantown West Virginia, to Arthur M. and Bessie F. (Bradford) Conner.

Emma was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Emma and her husband, William, owned and operated a Snyder...

Aug 5, 2023

Services for Robert L. Bissett, age 85, of Mentor on the Lake will be Thursday August 10, 2023, at 11:00 AM at the Spear-Mulqueeny Funeral Home, 667 Mentor Ave. Painesville.  Family and friends may call from 5-7 PM, Wednesday at the funeral home.  Burial will take place at Mentor Cemetery.

Robert was the son of William and...

Aug 3, 2023

Michael R. Mucciarone, age 97, passed away August 3, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  He was born November 4, 1925, in Painesville to Michael A. and Anna ( Palumbo) Mucciarone.

Mike was the tavern owner of Mike's Café in Painesville for many years.  He served in the U. S. Army as a corporal.  He...

Aug 2, 2023

John F. Penca, age 96, of Euclid passed away August 2, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland. He was born in Cleveland to Frank and Karolina (Koprinvnik) Penca.

He was a WWII U.S. Navy veteran and he worked for New York Central, Penn Central and Conrail as a locomotive engineer.  John enjoyed going polka dancing...

Aug 1, 2023

Suzanne M. Morley, age, 69, passed away July 28, 2023, at her residence in Painesville, Ohio.  She was born December 17, 1953, in Virginia to Roger Freeman and Rebecca (Sharpe) Diven.

Suzanne was a hostler for the Cleveland Police Department  Mounted Unit or many years. She enjoyed reading and playing games. She also enjoyed spending time with...

Jul 30, 2023

Francis Martin, age 58, passed away July 30, 2023, in Painesville.  He was born July 9, 1965, in Cleveland to Raymond J. and Carolyn (Sidley) Martin.

Francis was a software engineer and was self-employed.

He enjoyed planning trips and experiences for his family, teaching and educating others on what was important to him, encouraging his...