obituaries

Aug 18, 2025

Wayne D Hoffman, age 72, went to be with the Lord on  August 18, 2025, at University Hospital in Cleveland.  He was born, December 6, 1952, in Painesville to Bernard Hoffman and Betty (Hauser) Hoffman.  He attended Painesville Assembly of God his whole life.

Wayne's main job was an  auto mechanic and worked for Glenn's Auto Service,...

Aug 12, 2025

Lisa M. Franz was born in Euclid, Ohio on August 22, 1958, to Richard Martin and Carolyn Martin (Brooks). She passed away on August 12, 2025, at UH Geauga Hospital in Chardon.

She was very involved in Boxer rescue and loved animals of all kinds. She also enjoyed feeding all the birds, chipmunks, and squirrels on her...

Aug 10, 2025

Robert Wayne DelBrocco, 60, of Painesville Township, passed away on August 10, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1964, in Richmond Heights, Ohio, to the late Raymond Rialto DelBrocco and Margaret Jane (Donahue) DelBrocco.

Robert worked for Ohio Paving for over 17 years as a superintendent, where he was known for his dedication and leadership.

Aug 9, 2025

Sylvia J. Phillips, age 72, passed away August 9, 2025, at Maple Ridge Assisted Living in Willoughby, Ohio.   She was born December 23, 1952, in Painesville to Edward R. Ball and Betty A. (Smith) Ball.

Sylvia was a homemaker.  She also worked for Hometown Buffet for years.

She loved spending time with her family and...

Aug 8, 2025

Pauline Agnes Johnson was born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 29, 1931, to Kalman Surovy and Mary Surovy (Hlusak). She passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025. She spent her childhood years in Cleveland growing up among a large and caring extended family. Pauline's father, Kalman, passed away when she was 4 years old during the Great Depression. He...

Aug 5, 2025

Michael Steven Slusher, age 41, passed away August 5, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Mentor, Ohio.   He was born September 22, 1983, in Cleveland to Michael Slusher Sr. and to Patricia (Joines) Persolja.

Michael was self-employed and was the owner/operator of Big Mike's Heating & Cooling.

He was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed...

Aug 4, 2025

James E. Murphy, age 84, passed away August 4, 2025, at his residence in Kirtland Hills.  He was born January 8, 1941, in Painesville to Edward J. Murphy and Esther S. (Peltoma) Murphy.

James was an insurance salesman for many years.  He enjoyed going to the YMCA and lifting weights.  He especially enjoyed taking care of his...

Jul 26, 2025

Michael "Mike" Hreha, age 80, passed away July 26, 2025, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland, Ohio, after several years of failing health.  He was born November 1, 1944, in Painesville to John Hreha and Marion E. (Molnar) Hreha and remained a life-long resident of Fairport Harbor.

Mike was a machinist and CNC Programmer and worked...

Jul 26, 2025

William Runyon, age 68, the son of Clyde C. Runyon Sr. and Janice Sue (Atkins) Runyon, was born July 5, 1957, in Williamson, West Virginia.  He passed away July 26, 2025, at his home in Concord Township.

Bill was employed by the Johns Manville Company for many years.

He was an avid blues fan.

Jul 25, 2025

Tamara Marie Setler, age 66, passed away July 25, 2025, at University Hospitals West Medical Center in Willoughby, Ohio.  She was born July 2,1959, in Sidney, New York to Robert and Natalie Tuckey.

Tamara spent many years working at Wiseco Piston before dedicating her time to caring for her grandchildren.

She loved crocheting—especially making baby...

Jul 24, 2025

Joseph E. Atwell, age 55, passed away July 24, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township.  He was born March 30, 1970, in Painesville to Bernard A. Atwell and Mary Jean (Roberts) Atwell.

Joe worked for Auburn Career Center as the Director of Buildings, Grounds & Maintenance for over 27 years.  He was devoted husband,...

Jul 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia J. Whiting, age 81, of Painesville Township, Ohio, who passed away at Western Reserve Hospice House in Cleveland, on Monday, July 21, 2025.

Patricia was born in East Cleveland, Ohio on October 5, 1943.  She grew up in Eastlake/Willowick, Ohio, and graduated from Eastlake North High School in 1961.

Patricia...

Jul 20, 2025

Kevin Uziel De Jesus, age 18, passed away on July 20, 2025, at Metro Health Medical Center. He was born on April 17, 2007.

Kevin brought joy and light into the lives of all who knew him. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, coach, teammate, and friend.

He enjoyed playing soccer, lifintg,...

Jul 19, 2025

David W Goodban, 80, of Concord Twp, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025. He was surrounded by family at Ohman Family Living at Holly in Newbury, Ohio.

Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, David later made his home in several Ohio communities, including Conneaut, Ashtabula, Columbus, and Concord Twp. He worked four of his high school summers...

Jul 19, 2025

Rebecca A. "Beckie" Pesta, age 68, of Concord Township, Ohio, passed away July 19, 2025, while attending her annual family reunion in Flemington, WV.   She was born May 5, 1957, in Painesville to Edmond Hayes and Shirley (Seese) Hayes.

Beckie worked as a lab technician for the Lake Heath System for many years.  Her and her husband...

Jul 14, 2025

Frederick Earl Caplinger, age 83, passed away July 14, 2025, at Mary Mount Hospital in Garfield Heights, Ohio.  He was born September 7, 1941, in Akron to Jesse Hobart Caplinger and Bertha (Black) Caplinger.

Frederick is survived by his daughters, Mary Klann, Angela Roberts and Aimee (Stephen) Simpson; son, Timothy "Scott" Caplinger; sister, Marilyn (Chuck) Bonnel; many...

Jul 13, 2025

William E. Hudec, age 83, passed away July 13, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township, Ohio.  He was born April 2, 1942, in Cleveland to Gerard Hudec and Anna (Ciha) Hudec.

William proudly served in the United States Navy from 1959 thru 1963.  He was a maintenance worker for Transcon, Inc. for many years....

Jul 5, 2025

Susan Galeazzo, age 81, passed away July 5, 2025, in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born January 31, 1944, in Erie, Pennsylvania to Clarence Onorato and Jay (Petacchi) Onorato.

Susan was a hairdresser in Erie for a number of years.    She also spent time assisting her husband in their business, GALCO Sales

At the Painseville Elks...

Jul 5, 2025

Donald Ralph Kaltenbach of Cleveland, OH. and Clermont FL., passed away peacefully on July 5th, 2025. He was born on January 3rd,1943 to Mildred (Schrein) Kaltenbach and Ralph E. Kaltenbach in Cleveland, Ohio.

His siblings are Joanne (William) DePetris, James (Carol Stasek) Kaltenbach, Marian (Donald) Kern, and Helen (Ronald) Beres.  All of his siblings and spouses are...

Jul 1, 2025

Sandra M. Barks, age 76, passed away July 1, 2025, at her residence in Fairport Harbor.  She was born October 21, 1948, in Painesville to Harvey Shaw and Florence (Lepisto) Shaw.

Sandra worked for First Energy for 20 years.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, her dog "Satchmo", reading, and watching TV dramas.