obituaries

Oct 17, 2022

Irene (Drobnick) Kovach passed away on October 17, 2022.  She was born September 22, 1933 in Painesville Ohio to John and Josephine (Zalar) Drobnick.

Irene worked 25 years for Coe Manufacturing and Emmy's Beauty Salon.  Irene was also a very proud homemaker raising three children.  She insisted that her family always have "Perfect Hair" and spotless bedrooms....

Oct 17, 2022

John C. Fulmer, age 82, of Perry, OH, passed away October 17th, 2022, surrounded by his family.  He was born November 13, 1939 and grew up in California, PA with parents Jacob and Hazel and sister Kay.

He was a lover of the outdoors and an active member of the Madhatter's canoe club.  He loved to camp,...

Oct 14, 2022

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Matsko age 94 of Mentor passed away October 14, 2022 at her home with both of her children by her side. She was born on May 12, 1928 in Utahville PA, a daughter of the late John and Susan Kollar.

Betty was employed for 30 years at TRW retiring in 1985.  She enjoyed cooking...

Oct 10, 2022

Carmen A. Carlucci Sr., age 76, of Mentor, OH. passed away October 10, 2022, at his home.  He was born June 8, 1946, in Staneglo in Grotte, Campobasso, Italy to Michael Angelo and Maria Domenica (Bertone) Carlucci.

He traveled from Italy at a young age to make a new home with his family in Niagara Falls, Ontario,...

Oct 9, 2022

Martha Jo Eckard, age 92, of Painesville, OH passed away October 8, 2022, in Geneva, OH.  She was born April 13, 1930, in Altoona, PA to

Leroy and Elizabeth (Reese) Mower.

Martha worked at the Rayon (IRC Fibers) for many years.  She was active at the Morley Library and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren....

Oct 8, 2022

Belcher, Sr, Danny W. age 73, of Painesville, OH. passed away

October 8, 2022, at Altercare in Mentor. He was born April 30, 1949, to Eugene and Bertha (Brewer) Belcher.

He worked for General Electric in his younger years before he had to leave the workforce due to a medical disability.

Dan (Hi-Tower)...

Oct 2, 2022

It is with a sad heart we announce the passing of Shirley A. (Bensel) Cook  age 79 of Perry Ohio. Shirley was the daughter of Arthur and Virginia (Jewell) Bensel born on October 15, 1942, in Cleveland and passed away October 2, 2022, at University Hospitals in Cleveland.

Shirley was a long-time member of Zion Lutheran Church...

Oct 2, 2022

Richard Almon Glenn, age 89, of Perry, OH.  On October 2, 2022, Dick went to be with the Lord. He was born January 21, 1933, in Painesville, OH to Edison and Bernice Glenn.

He graduated from Harvey High School, Class of 1951. Dick served in the U. S. Army in Germany for two years and worked at...

Sep 30, 2022

Linda Hall, age 59, passed away September 30, 2022, at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township.

She was born February 12, 1963, in Painesville Ohio to Estill Hall and Rachel Harper (Wagner) Hall. Linda worked for Burns Brush Inc. for 17 years. Linda enjoyed the outdoors, fun in the sun, gardening, camping, and caring for many children...

Sep 29, 2022

Giacumo Desoto, age 33, passed away September 29, 2022, in Cleveland.  He was born June 22, 1989, in Painesville to Antonio Desoto and Maria (Terriaco) Kinford.

Giacumo was a free spirit who loved helping people in need. He enjoyed building things, fishing, hunting, camping and his family.

Giacumo is survived by his daughter, Nicole Desoto;...

Sep 29, 2022

Gregory L. Underwood, age 69, of Perry, Ohio, former resident of Fairport Harbor, passed away September 29, 2022, at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born April 29, 1953, in Painesville to Elvy "JR" Underwood and Mary J. "Betsy" (Myers) Underwood.

Gregory was a 1971 graduate of Fairport Harding High School.  He worked for Avery...

Sep 25, 2022

John (Jack) Kovach passed away on September 25, 2022.  Born in Fairport Harbor to Michael and Emma (Rego) Kovach on October 1, 1930.  He was the type of guy that would give you the shirt off his back. He was also known for his comical comments.  He loved hearing about his grandchildren's and great grandchildren's accomplishments.  "Those kids are...

Sep 24, 2022

Barbara Gardren, age 91, passed away August 24, 2022, at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  She was born June 15, 1931, in Martin's Ferry, Ohio to Victor and June (Dolney) Mattern.

Barbara was a volunteer at Tri-Point Hospital for many years.  She worked for West Liberty College as a secretary.  She also worked at Sam and...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...