obituaries

Nov 18, 2025

Nadine Visti April 22, 1955 – November 18, 2025

The family of Nadine Visti announces her passing on November 18, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on April 22, 1955, Nadine lived a life marked by kindness, faith, and dedication to others.

Nadine graduated from Nyack College (NY) and Lake Erie College (OH). She...

Nov 10, 2025

Remembering a Life of Love

Fredricka J. (Mongenel) Horvath, 77, of Painesville, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on August 29, 1948, to Fred and Angelina (Cash) Mongenel, Fredricka was a bright light from the beginning — full of love, ingenuity, and a heart for others.

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Nov 9, 2025

William Clarence Randolph Jr., age 83, passed away November 9, 2025, at U. H. Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby.  He was born April 19, 1942, in Carmichaels, Pennsylvania to William C. Randolph Sr. and Estelle (Fowler) Randolph.

William served in the United States Navy.  He worked in the security industry for many years, for Eagle Security...

Nov 7, 2025

Raymond C. "Ray" Whitely, age 89, passed away peacefully, November 7, 2025, at his residence at Vista Springs Quail Highlands in Concord Township.  He was born January 20, 1936, in Painesville to Chester J. Whitely and Helen (Critchet) Whitely.

Ray was a member of the YMCA where you could find him playing basketball at 5:00 AM most...

Nov 5, 2025

Mary B. Lencse, age 98, of Madison, passed away peacefully at the David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  She was born in Painesville to Nunzio and Margaret Battista.

She was a 1945 graduate of Villa Maria High School in Villa Maria, PA.  She married John J. Lencse in 1950 at St. Mary Church in Painesville.  They resided...

Oct 30, 2025

Yvonne F. White, age 81, passed away, October 30, 2025, in Mt. Storm, West Virginia.  She was born, September 7, 1944, in Painesville to Lloyd Ebbert and Helen (Shiner) Ebbert.

Yvonne was a homemaker.  She enjoyed traveling, had a love for reading, and she loved spending time with her family and friends.  She was a real "social...

Oct 30, 2025

Ann Schiele, age 73, passed away October 30, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  She was born July 19, 1952, in Philadelphia, PA. to Donald L Moffett and Anna L (Decker) Moffett.

Ann graduated from Mentor High School in 1970. She dedicated over three decades to the accounting department at Lincoln Electric in Euclid,...

Oct 29, 2025

Kevin F. McManus, age 75, passed away October 29, 2025, at UH Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland after a very brief illness.  He was born August 6, 1950, in Painesville to William F. McManus and Mary Margaret (Denning) McManus.

He led a full and wonderful life since his parents believed that, despite his limitations, he could learn...

Oct 26, 2025

Marie Land, age 95, passed away October 26, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  She was born August 6, 1930, in Pennington Gap, Virginia to Daniel Ely and Daisy (Cooper) Ely.

Marie Land was a lifelong member of the Church of God where she served for over sixty years.  She was a faithful member...

Oct 24, 2025

Barbara Joan Resetar (née Mummey), age 87, passed away on October 24, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 30, 1938, in Painesville, Ohio, to the late John H. and Evelyn (née Heer) Mummey.

Barbara was a 1956 graduate of Harvey High School in Painesville. She was a...

Oct 17, 2025

Frank J. Palecek, age 78, passed away October 17, 2025, at Burton Healthcare, Burton, OH.  He was born May 14,1947 in Cleveland, OH to Robert and Clementine (Brager) Palecek.

Frank served in the United States Army from 1966 – 1968.  He worked at the City of Painesville Light Plant for many years.  He loved his baseball, animals,...

Oct 17, 2025

James "Jim" Nicholas Popely

February 23, 1945 - October 17, 2025 (age 80)

Jim Popely, age 80, was born on February 23, 1945, in Painesville, Ohio, James graduated from Fairport Harding High School in 1963.  He married Marjorie Ann Popely in 1966.  He moved to Willowick where they raised their family, before building their forever...

Oct 16, 2025

Sally K. Westholm, age 85, passed away on October16, 2025.

She was born on August 26,1940 to Michael and Lilly (Pouttu) Kangas.

Sally was a legal secretary for many years for Joseph G Berick Esq. as well as a real estate agent, careers she took great satisfaction in. Sally enjoyed bowling, golfing, socializing and having...

Oct 15, 2025

Thomas J. Wright Jr., age 57, of Cleveland, OH, passed away on October 15, 2025. He was born on December 12, 1967, in Chicago, IL, to Thomas Wright Sr. and Marianne (Kennedy) Wright.

Tom was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend who left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. He had a special way of...

Oct 12, 2025

EUNA VICTORIA SHAMBLIN, age 81 of Painesville, OH, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at University Hospitals Tripoint in Concord, OH with her family at her side after a brief illness.

Euna was born on June 19, 1944, in laeger, WV and was the daughter of the late George E. Umbarger and Elizabeth Juanita Umbarger....

Oct 11, 2025

James "Ed" Johnson, age 82, of Painesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on October 11, 2025.

Born in Wellston, Ohio, on October 8, 1943, Ed grew up in Cadiz and moved to Painesville in 1965 to begin a lifelong vocation in funeral service. He attended Ohio University and graduated from the Pittsburgh...

Oct 9, 2025

Damir Roland Pavicic, his work here on earth is finished and he went home to be with his Heavenly Father on October 9, 2025.  He was the beloved husband of Vicki Pavicic, the loving son of Josip and Biserka Pavicic, and the treasured brother of Sue Clemens.  Damir was born in Nuremberg, Germany, on August 9, 1959.  He came...

Oct 7, 2025

Daniel E. Houghkerk Sr. age 82, of Painesville, OH, passed away October 7, 2025. He was born January 5, 1943, in Painesville to Howard and Marion (Noonan) Houghkerk.

Dan worked for Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company.

Daniel enjoyed working on cars, going to car shows and going to work every day.

He is survived...

Oct 7, 2025

Phyllis A. Crosby, age 90, passed away October 7th, 2025, at her residence in Concord, OH. She was born August 29, 1935, in Painesville to Frank and Anna (Elia) Crawford.

Phyllis worked as a clerk at Sears for many years and was a homemaker for her family.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and...

Sep 29, 2025

Lillian Esther Taylor, age 92, passed away September 23, 2025, in Geneva, Ohio.  She was born June 25, 1933, in Buckhannon, West Virginia.

Lillian was a homemaker and loved caring for her family.  She was also a seamstress for many years.

Lillian is survived by her sons, James E. (Teri) Taylor, Andrew R. (Judy) Taylor,...