obituaries


Jesse Collins

Jesse Collins

Sep 24, 2022

It is our sad duty to notify you of the passing on Saturday, September 24 of J.R. Collins of Painesville, Ohio. Mr. Collins was a founding member of the Super Semi division ("Killer"/"Buckeye Bulldog" Mack), a participant within it for 33 years, a six-time national champion, and a 2018 inductee into the Pulling Hall of Fame.

Said...

Phillip E. Spiesman Sr.

Phillip E. Spiesman Sr.

Sep 23, 2022

Phillip Edward Spiesman Sr. age 87, passed away in his Painesville home Friday, September 23, 2022. Born to Anna Belle and George Spiesman, he married Shirley A. (Dolce) Spiesman on October 1st, 1954.

Phillip retired in 1999 from Unity Rubber in Newbury.  Since he arrived at work at least an hour early, they gave him the keys...

Steven N. Reho

Steven N. Reho

Sep 22, 2022

Steven N. Reho, 98, of Painesville, Ohio, passed away September 22, 2022, at home.  Steve was born April 1, 1924, in Painesville to Steven J. and Grace (Nagy) Reho.

After graduating from Harvey High School in 1942, he went on to serve in the United States Army during World War II.  After the service, he worked for...

Douglas A. D'Amico

Douglas A. D'Amico

Sep 21, 2022

Douglas A. D'Amico, age 74 passed away September 21, 2022, at Homestead II in Painesville, Ohio. He was born January 3, 1948, in Cleveland to Leo A. D'Amico and Julia (Feskanin) D'Amico.

Doug is survived by his son, Nicholas P.L. D'Amico (Jeanie) and his daughter, Alexandra M. D'Amico Williams (Nishan). Doug has 3 grandchildren and several nieces...

Paul J. Leskovan Sr.

Paul J. Leskovan Sr.

Sep 21, 2022

Paul J. Leskovan Sr. of Painesville, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on September 21, 2022, after a lengthy illness.  He was born April 17, 1947, in Cleveland to Stanley J. Leskovan and Mary M. (Weisenseel) Leskovan.

He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam. He spent most of his...

Dorothy (Farr)  Morris

Dorothy (Farr) Morris

Sep 18, 2022

Dorothy Morris, age 93, passed away September 18, 2022, at her residence in Fairport Harbor.   She was born January 27, 1929, in Jefferson, Ohio to Nelson and Jessie (Johns) Farr.

Dorothy was a homemaker and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Painesville.   She enjoyed boating and camping. She loved doing ceramics, doll making, crocheting, needlepoint,...

Reagan Joy Holstein

Reagan Joy Holstein

Sep 17, 2022

Reagan Joy Holstein, age 2 1⁄2, of Chardon, The Lord called Home the most precious of angels.

She was born June 3, 2020, in Willoughby OH.

Reagan lived her life as Princess Reagan Joy. Reagan passed away suddenly at home surrounded by family. She had a contagious smile that would light up any room. Reagan's...

Alyssa Christine Grooms

Alyssa Christine Grooms

Sep 16, 2022

Alyssa Christine Grooms, age 21, of Painesville, OH passed away suddenly September 16, 2022. She was born December 17, 2000, in Dayton, Oh to David M. Grooms and Dreama Hassell. She was preceded in death by her mother.

She was in training at JATC Electrician Training Center in Cleveland Ohio; a three-year electrical apprentice.

Alyssa's...

Kathleen H. (Schwertner)  Makcen

Kathleen H. (Schwertner) Makcen

Sep 16, 2022

Kathleen H. Makcen, age 83, passed away September 16, 2022, at the Cleveland Clinic.   She was born March 27, 1939, in Cleveland to Clarence and Helen (Lutkus) Schwertner.

Kathleen was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Painesville.  She was a computer operator and worked for the Cleveland Clinic for many years.  She enjoyed dancing and...

Nancy F. Baker

Nancy F. Baker

Sep 16, 2022

Nancy F. Baker, age 79, passed away September 16, 2022, at Altercare of Mentor nursing home. She was born September 14, 1943, in Painesville OH to Lloyd and Fay (Sherman) Gierman.

Nancy loved animals and enjoyed crocheting as well as spending time with her family.

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Brian after...

Alyssa C Grooms

Alyssa C Grooms

Sep 16, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Alyssa C Grooms. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Matthew Charles Funk

Matthew Charles Funk

Sep 15, 2022

Matthew Charles Funk, age 46, passed away September 15, 2022, at his residence in Concord Township.  He was born May 4, 1976, in Euclid to Thomas C. and Regina (Davis) Funk.

Matthew worked in the housekeeping department at Lake West Medical Center for many years.  He was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in...

Harold H Horton

Harold H Horton

Sep 14, 2022

Harold Harper Horton, age 95, passed away September 14, 2022, at his residence in Painesville.  He was born June 7, 1927, in Painesville to Wayne and Ruth (Harper) Horton.

Harold served in the United States Army.  He attended horticulture school and was a self-employed nurseryman.  Harold was a religious man and enjoyed listening to bluegrass gospel music. ...

Arletta M (Sweeny)  Burkey

Arletta M (Sweeny) Burkey

Sep 14, 2022

Arletta Mary Burkey, age 90, of Painesville, OH. passed away September 14, 2022.

She was born Feb 5, 1932, in Gallitzin, PA. to Clyde and Blanche (Trexler) Sweeney.

She worked as a cook at Carlisle's Department Store in Painesville.

Arletta was active with the American Legion in Painesville and the senior center in...

Richard R. Heller

Richard R. Heller

Sep 11, 2022

Richard R. Heller, age 77, passed away September 11, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born February 15, 1945, in Bridgeport, Ohio to Raymond and Edna (Jones) Heller.

Even though his light has been taken away from this world, his loving heart for his friends and family...

Philip Michael Jenkins

Philip Michael Jenkins

Sep 9, 2022

Philip Michael Jenkins, age 88, a lifetime resident of Leroy Township, Ohio, went to be with the Lord, September 9, 2022, with his daughters by his side, at University Hospitals Medical Center in Cleveland. He was born in Lakewood, September 3, 1934, to Donald and Helen (Leyde) Jenkins.

He was a firefighter, fire inspector with the Concord...

William H. Presley

William H. Presley

Sep 9, 2022

William H. Presley, age 74, of Painesville, passed away September 9, 2022, at Tripoint Hospital in Concord Twp., OH. He was born April 12, 1948, in Painesville to Eric and Elizabeth (Blakemore) Presley.

He served in the U S Army and worked at Fasson (Avery Dennison) for 34 years, retiring in 2010.

William is survived...

Robert Nathan Johnson

Robert Nathan Johnson

Sep 8, 2022

Robert Nathan Johnson, age 57, passed away September 8th, 2022, in Brooklyn New York. He was born March 24, 1965, in Elyria, Ohio to Nathan and Frances Johnson.

He was an ambitious man with many skills. Robert was a musician in a band, practiced Ju Jitsu, loved reading, and was studying to be a lawyer.

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Sandra F. (Fedor)  Perry

Sandra F. (Fedor) Perry

Sep 8, 2022

Sandra F. Perry, age 66, of Painesville, OH passed away September 8, 2022, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland, OH. She was born June 26,1956 in Painesville, Ohio to Louis and Joanne (Wagner) Fedor.

Sandra spent most of her time working in food service and raising her two children.  She liked working at Lake Erie College...

Minh An Nguyen

Minh An Nguyen

Sep 8, 2022

Baby, Minh An Nguyen, beloved son of Joseph and Hai Nhu Thi Nguyen, passed away September 8, 2022, at Tripoint Hospital in Concord  Township, OH.   A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:00 AM Friday September 16, 2022, at St Mary's Church, 242 North State Street,  Painesville, OH.   Family and friends will; be received from 8:30 AM until...