obituaries

Jul 12, 2023

Patricia Anna Carlson, age 79, peacefully passed away July 12, 2023, surrounded by her family at Mentor Ridge Health Center. She was born May 17, 1944, in Painesville to Michael and Helen (Davis) Kapostasy.

Patricia worked at Lake West Hospital in dietary services for 17 years. She especially loved being a mom and grandma and spending time...

Jul 10, 2023

Rosemary White, "SS Lady", age 78, passed away unexpectedly July 10, 2023, in Cleveland.  She was born April 6, 1945, in Sutton, West Virginia to Freeda Cutlip and John Leeson.

Rosemary along with her husband, Ivan, were the owners of Ray's Auto and Truck Sales for 42 years.

She loved animals, all of her birds...

Jul 9, 2023

Katherine "Kathy" L. Olsen, age 85, passed peacefully surrounded by family on July 9, 2023, at her residence in Orwell, Ohio. She was born March 29, 1938, in Painesville to Jack Barton and Audrey (Rhinehardt-Bennet) Barton.

Katherine was a devout Christian who could often be found in prayer or worship. Kathy had many professions throughout her life....

Jul 8, 2023

Connie Mae (Walker) Norman, October 19, 1949 to July 8, 2023.

On Saturday, July 8, 2023, Connie left us.  After battling illness for the past nine months, she passed peacefully in her sleep.

Beloved wife, and grandmother, she was preceded by her father, Sherman Ray Walker, her mother, Hazel (Weaver) Walker and her sister, Diana...

Jul 5, 2023

Deborah W. "Debbie" Lanese, age 66, passed away after a short illness on July 5, 2023, at University Hospitals in Cleveland.  She was born August 16, 1956, in Monaca, Pennsylvania to Ancil Weekley and Joan Herbison Sherman.

Debbie worked in retail management and for the News-Herald for many years.  She also worked for Flowers on Main in...

Jul 5, 2023

James E. Roberts, age 57, passed away July 5, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  He was born December 27, 1965, in Lorain, Ohio to John A. and Dessie (Childers) Roberts.

James was a machinist and worked for the Swagelok Company, retiring after 27 years.

He enjoyed travel, music, and Cleveland sports teams....

Jul 2, 2023

Barbara V. Oresko, age 89, passed away peacefully July 2, 2023, at U. H. Geauga Medical Center in Chardon, Ohio.  She was born February 2, 1934, in Windber, Pennsylvania to Joseph and Elizabeth (Bakos) Oresko.

Barbara was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Fairport Harbor, Ohio. Her administrative and office skills were valued by...

Jun 30, 2023

Dominic Alesci Jr., age 31, passed away June 30, 2023, at his residence in Mentor.  He was born September 21, 1991, in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.

Dominic enjoyed taking hikes and going for walks with his dogs and his family and friends. His heart was the size of the sun and that's what he was, all sunshine, he...

Jun 26, 2023

In loving memory of Ann E. Fickenscher, age 72, who peacefully passed away June 26, 2023, at her residence in Painesville Township. She was born September 10, 1950, in New Philadelphia, Ohio to the late Dr. Philip and Mary K (Molly Loop) Doughten. Ann dedicated 38 years of her life as an art teacher, sharing her passion at Perry...

Jun 25, 2023

Frank W. Arndt, age 82, passed away June 25, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice in Cleveland.  He was born October 29, 1940, in Geneva to Frank W. Arndt I and Margaret (Holm) Arndt.

Frank worked for Uniroyal for many years, retiring at the age of 57.  He enjoyed playing cards, traveling, camping, wood working, gardening, taking extra...

Jun 24, 2023

Dennis Novak, age 67, passed away June 24, 2023, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born August 1, 1955, in Painesville to Andrew Novak Sr. and Margaret (Sabo) Novak.  He was a 35-year resident of Leroy Township.

Dennis served in the United States Navy from 1973 – 1976.  He worked for the U....

Jun 21, 2023

Dennis C. Lloyd age 76 was the son of Franklin and Marian (Ruffing) Lloyd born on July 24, 1946 in Youngstown Ohio and passed away June 21, 2023 at University Hospitals Cleveland.

Dennis was a teacher for Kirtland Middle School and Lakeland Community College for many years.

Dennis was an avid N-scale railroad modeler and...

Jun 19, 2023

William Vernon Miles "Whip" Whipple was born September 16, 1953, to Harold "Corkey" Whipple and Adeline (Olmsted) Whipple at Lake East Hospital in Painesville, OH. He lived the majority of his life in Painesville. Bill Passed way at West Medical Center in Willoughby, on June 19th, 2023.

He attended St. Clair St. Kindergarten, and from grades 1-8...

Jun 14, 2023

Mary "Betty" Elizabeth Bittner, age 101, passed away June 14, 2023 at her residence in Painesville.  She was born March 10, 1922, in Renovo, Pennsylvania to Amos and Sara (Fitzer) Hostrander.

Mary was a nurse and worked for Chase Brass and Copper and Diamond Alkali as a factory nurse and lastly the Painesville Township School System for...

Jun 10, 2023

John J. Hurley Jr., age 79, passed away June 10, 2023, in Bluffton, South Carolina.   He was born October 13, 1943, in Chillicothe, Ohio to John J. Hurley Sr. and Elizabeth (Parks) Hurley.

John had a very fulfilling life, he was a graduate of St. Joseph High School, Class of 1961, graduated from John Carroll University in...

Jun 10, 2023

Beth Louise (Mackey) Snowden, age 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Perry on Saturday, June 10, 2023.  She was born June 17, 1947, in Painesville to Vernie and Iola (Pope) Mackey.

After graduating from the Willoughby School of Practical Nursing, Beth was an LPN for Lake County Memorial Hospital before moving with her husband to...

Jun 9, 2023

William L. Mackey, age 79, passed away surrounded by family on June 9, 2023, at UHHS Geauga Regional Hospital after battling a brief illness.  He was born October 23, 1943, in Painesville to William M. and Elizabeth T. Mackey.

Bill was a man who lived a life through example and preferred to avoid the spotlight. His hard...

Jun 7, 2023

John A. Bramley, age 84, passed away June 7, 2023, after a lengthy illness, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born May 29, 1939, in Cleveland Ohio.

John was self-employed and was the owner of Bramley Excavating.    He was raised by his grandmother Isabelle Bramley along with 10 other siblings.  Through the years John...

Jun 5, 2023

Donald L. Amidon Jr., age 57, passed away June 5, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman, Ohio.  He was born May 19, 1966, in Painesville to Donald L. and Joan I. (Walker) Amidon.

Survived by his sister Carol, nephews Billy, Jason, and Nick. His longtime partner Tina and her sons George, Corey, and Alec with whom...

Jun 2, 2023

Patricia Kempton, age 81, passed away at home in Concord Township on June 2, 2023. She was born in Cleveland on May 15, 1942, to James and Margaret Norton (McNulty), the youngest of seven children.

With her husband George, Pat ran the Porceline Company. She was a member of the parish of St. Mary's, Painesville. Her greatest...