obituaries

Jan 13, 2026

Sandra L. Alden, age 69, passed away January 11, 2026, at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby.  She was born April 19,1956, in Painesville to David Whitley and Pauline (Paramore) Whitley.

Sandy worked in sales.  She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Painesville.

She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, traveling, spending time with family,...

Jan 12, 2026

Dorothy Tomazic, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 12, at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 16, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, Dorothy was a lifelong resident of Mentor, Ohio, a community she loved and called home for all her years. She was a woman of quiet strength, lifelong curiosity, and...

Jan 12, 2026

Gregory Alan Hathcock, age 66, passed away January 12, 2026, at Siedman Cancer Center in Cleveland.  He was born April 22, 1959, in Painesville.

Greg loved being a truck driver and retired from Active Plumbing Supply in 2024.

His passions were collecting eagles, taking long walks in area parks, going to live music events, and...

Jan 12, 2026

"TOGETHER AGAIN"

Cynthia L. McBride, age 88, passed away January 12, 2026, at The Enclave of Newell Creek in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born December 2, 1937, in Cleveland to Guy Gibbs and Hazel (Marquardt) Gibbs.

Cynthia was the owner/operator of Gibbs Electric in Painesville, with her husband Richard, for many years. She was a...

Jan 9, 2026

Judith A. Gaines, age 85, passed away January 9, 2026, at Ohman Family Living in Newbury, Ohio, and now rests in the eternal presence of her Lord and Savior. She was born October 3, 1940, in Cleveland to Joseph and Elsie Potocer.

Judy worked many years in accounting for Lake Hospital Systems, before transitioning to ministry, working...

Jan 5, 2026

Joyce E. Kmetz, age 87, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, at Meadow Falls in Madison.

Born on December 9, 1938 in Cleveland, Joyce was the daughter of the late Michael Mancine and Fidelma (Block) Mancine. A long-time resident of the area, she resided in Painesville her entire adult life.  Joyce graduated from Mentor High School...

Jan 5, 2026

Agnes Aurora (Kallio) Reho, age 92, passed away on Monday January 5, 2026, at Tri Point. She was born on January 19, 1933, in Kalvia Finland. In 1948, she courageously came across the pond to begin a new life in Fairport Harbor, a place she would proudly call home for the rest of her life.

Agnes was...

Jan 3, 2026

Ruth Dena (Kling) McCauley, age 98, passed away January 3, 2026, at her recent residence in Mentor after surviving numerous ailments over the last several years. She was born February 18, 1927, in Cleveland to Archie T. Kling and Hilda (Miller) Kling.

Ruth was a secretary for the Veteran's Administration for 3 years since graduating from Collinwood...

Dec 30, 2025

Dorothy Ann Fratino (nee Tarasco), age 92, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was born on January 19, 1933, in Euclid, Ohio to the late Adeline (nee Garzia) and Andrew Tarasco, who immigrated to America from Oratino, in the Province of Campobasso, Italy.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Antonio "Tony" Fratino;...

Dec 29, 2025

James G. Kundrath, age 96, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025. He was born on April 5, 1929, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Joseph K. Kundrath and Katherine (Petrilla) Kundrath.

James served in the United States Army from 1946 to 1947. He was a member of the HAM radio Club, and his call sign was...

Dec 29, 2025

Mary Agatha Boyd, age 101, passed away December 29, 2025, in Painesville.  She was born February 5, 1924, in Port Jervis, New York to William Livingston and Anna (Ecker) Livingston.

She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fairport Harbor, the Altar and Rosary Society, the Fairport VFW Ladies Auxiliary,  the Fairport Fire Department Ladies...

Dec 27, 2025

Rita R. Rowan passed away on December 27, 2025. She was born on February 8,1933 in Painesville, OH to Andrew and Edith (Puscash) Jacob.

Rita was very athletic and active in her youth.  She never missed a day of school for 12 straight years and graduated from Fairport Harding High School in 1951.  Along with raising her...

Dec 24, 2025

James R. "Stymie" Klaus, age 67, passed away December 24, 2025, in Painesville Township, Ohio.  He was born April 11, 1958, Painesville to Robert W. Klaus Sr. and Phyllis M. (Roberts) Klaus.

James worked for Quartz Scientific Inc. for many years.

He loved to read.  He was an avid Cleveland sports fan and enjoyed watching...

Dec 21, 2025

George Dewey Jr., 79, passed away December 21, 2025 at his home. He was born in Painesville, to his parents  George Sr and Helen (Rein) Dewey.

Above all else, George loved his son. Their bond was deep, constant, and evident to anyone who knew them. Along with daily companionship, they shared countless miles together, traveling year after...

Dec 20, 2025

Anthony F. Humbert, age 78, passed away December 20, 2025, at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born February 28, 1947, in Sidman, Pennsylvania to Edward Humbert and Catherine (Kostick) Humbert.

Anthony served in the United States Army in the Vietnam war.  He was a machinist and worked for General Electric for many years.

Dec 18, 2025

Sandra C. DelNostro, age 73, passed away December 18, 2025, at Cardinal Woods Nursing and Rehab Center in Madison, Ohio.  She was born January 29, 1952, in Cleveland to Sam DelNostro and Minnie (Sabatine) DelNostro.

Sandra was a hairdresser and worked at Higbee's for many years.   She was a member of the Painesville and Fairport Harbor Senior...

Dec 15, 2025

Sandra Jean (Malkamaki) Ignat passed peacefully into her heavenly reward on

December 15, 2025, holding her sister's hand and listening to her favorite Christmas

hymns.

Sandy, as she was affectionately known, was born October 22, 1947, in Painesville,

Ohio to Evelyn (Smith) and Laurie Malkamaki. She was the younger sister to...

Dec 14, 2025

Andrew W. Davis II, a man of unwavering character and a proud veteran, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township. He was 64 years old.

Born on October 10, 1961, in Painesville, Andrew was the son of the late Andrew and Betty (Morgan) Davis. From a young age, he...

Dec 12, 2025

Dale S. Flood, age 82, passed away with his wife by his side December 12, 2025, at Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood.  He was born, June 17, 1943, in Cleveland to Sherrill M. Flood and Gertrude (Pufholz) Flood.

Dale served in the United States Marines 1961 – 1966.  He started his career at the Sheriff's Office in...

Dec 10, 2025

Michele Piendzik, age 77, passed away December 10, 2025, at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby.  She was born November 17, 1948, in Painesville to Niola (Hill) Glavosek and Stephen Glavosek.

Michele was retired. She enjoyed gardening and especially loved the times she had with her family and friends.  She considered shopping a great pass time. Michele...