obituaries

Oct 9, 2023

Joseph Frank Torzok, age 83, passed away October 9, 2023, at his residence in Perry, Ohio. He was born July 9, 1940, in Homer City, PA. to Joseph and Pauline (Jereb) Torzok.

Joseph served in the United States Marine Corps from 1958-1962. He attended Kent State University. He was employed by Parker Hannifan for over 49 years....

Oct 4, 2023

Carole H. Smole, age 87, of Painesville Township, passed away October 4, 2023, at Legacy of Mentor in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born February 7, 1936, in Cleveland to Lawrence E. and Bernice (Wichert) Jones.  Carole was affectionately known as Moon to family and friends.

Carole was a 1955 Harvey High School graduate.  She was fondly called...

Oct 3, 2023

Pauline K. Crissey, age 55, passed away October 3, 2023, at Hillcrest Hospital.  She was born December 2, 1967, in Willoughby to Russell and Susan (Duke) Crissey.

Pauline was a bartender and worked for Jackie's Sports Bar for many years.   She had a special fondness for her pets , Penny, Jackson and Sak.  She enjoyed attending concerts...

Oct 2, 2023

David F. Ostrander Sr., age 69, passed away October 2, 2023, at his residence in Mentor, Ohio.  He was born December 9, 1953, in Boardman, Ohio to David E. and Patricia Ann (Giering) Ostrander.

David was a maintenance mechanic and worked for Morton Salt Mines for many years.  He enjoyed classic cars and going to car shows....

Sep 27, 2023

Alfred H. Bearer

After 88 years of a blessed and beautiful life, Fred entered into the House of His Lord to be once more reunited with his parents and siblings on September 27th.

He leaves his devoted wife of 65 years, Loretta, loving sons, John (Michelle), Brian, and Jeffrey (Lisa), grandchildren, great grandchildren, and Kelly...

Sep 22, 2023

John James Austin Jr., age 52, passed away September 22, 2023, at his residence in Madison.  He was born March 14, 1971, in Willoughby to John and Mary Jo (Stein) Austin.

John worked for the United States Postal Service and served as Postmaster of the Ashtabula post office for many years.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing,...

Sep 15, 2023

Shirley May Coffin, age 93, passed away September 15, 2023, at Carlin House, a memory care facility in Logan, Ohio.  She was born November 16, 1929, in Cleveland to Raymond and Lola (Stucky) Qualman.

Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Collinwood High School in Cleveland.  She attended Lakeland Community College, Kent State University, and graduated from Cleveland...

Sep 13, 2023

John Farrell, 85, died Sept. 13, 2023, at Madison Healthcare, where he had lived for the past three years.

He was born Aug. 22, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio to Lloyd and Reva (Davis) Farrell.  He and his late wife, Sandra, had lived in Concord Township for more than 40 years.

John served in the United...

Sep 13, 2023

Darlene Rosemary Swiger went to be with the Lord at the age of 57 years old. She was born in Ohio and spent most of her adult life in Oklahoma.

She is survived by her son, Daniel Lee Swiger; daughters, Amanda (Josh) Shinault and Jamie Swiger; brothers, Leary Swiger and C. Jay Swiger; sisters, Shandra Shahan, Verna...

Sep 11, 2023

Alberto Guadalupe Silva-Rangel, age 20, passed away September 12, 2023, in Painesville, Ohio.  He was born July 24, 2003, in Painesville to Miguel Silva-Ramirez and Laura Paola Rangel-Saldana.

Alberto worked for Avery Dennison in the shipping and receiving department. His co-workers enjoyed working with him.  He enjoyed fixing and driving his car.  But most of all, Alberto...

Sep 10, 2023

Ronald Joseph Hauser, age 81, passed away September 10, 2023, at Geauga Regional Hospital in Chardon, Ohio.  He was born September 23, 1941, in Flemington, West Virginia to Virgil and Hallie (Phillips) Hauser.

Ronald served in the United States Army from 1966 – 1968.  He was a supervisor at Eltech Corporation for many years.

Ron...

Sep 6, 2023

Lawrence Clark, aged 81, passed away September 6, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  He was born June 28, 1942, in Cleveland to Paul and Blanche (Mastic) Clark.

Larry worked as a pipefitter and was a member of Local Union 120 for more than 50 years.  He enjoyed NASCAR races, bowling, and was an avid...

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...