obituaries

Sep 13, 2025

Ruth E. Polzer, age 91, passed away September 13, 2025, at her residence in Painesville Township.

Ruth is survived by her children, Elaine Stephens, Kathleen (Joe) Pinchot, Barbara Hilston, Nancy Bullard, Robert (Tam) Polzer, Lisa (Mike) Rowan and Mary (Mike Ball) Dregne; Twenty-Three grandchildren; and Twenty-Four great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her...

Sep 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Marc A. Falcone, age 68, on September 11, 2025, at his home in Concord Township.  He was born August 25, 1957, in Painesville to Anthony and Lourdean (Loxterman) Falcone.

Marc was a chemist and worked for Lubrizol for many years.  He received his Master's Degree from...

Sep 7, 2025

Sheila A. Carlucci, age 75, passed away September 7, 2025, at University Hospital in Cleveland.  She was born February 11, 1950, in Painesville to Merle O. Cohagan and June Myrtle (Corcoran) Cohagan.

Sheila lived in Northeast Ohio her entire life and graduated from Riverside High School in Painesville in 1968.

Sheila had a long career...

Sep 6, 2025

Betty L. Replogle, age 81, passed away on September 6, 2025, in the Leroy Township home she cherished. Born on June 4, 1944, in Nashville, Tennessee, Betty lived a life filled with grit, heart, and adventure.

Betty was a nurse by profession, spending many years caring for others at Madison Health Care. Her strength and compassion were...

Sep 4, 2025

Nancy K. Hendricks, age 82, passed away September 4, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital Fairhill in Cleveland. She was born May 26, 1943, in Ashtabula to Arthur Halliday and Irene (Beham) Halliday.

Nancy was the corporate secretary and office manager for Klyn Nursery in Perry for more than 38 years. Beginning in 1987 when she and her...

Sep 1, 2025

James Alexander Orvis, age 87, passed away peacefully September 1st, 2025, at Cardinal Woods of Mentor.  He was born, December 25th, 1937, in Painesville, OH, to Alexander and Wilma (Horn) Bennett.

James was a machinist for many years for the Caterpillar Company. He was a die-hard Browns, and Buckeyes fan, and was a part of the 1956...

Aug 27, 2025

Mary A. Hofer, 73, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, after a courageous three-year journey with cancer, at David Simpson Hospice House of the Western Reserve in Cleveland. Throughout her illness, Mary continued to embody kindness, grace, compassion, and her deep love for family, friends, and God.

Born on January 27, 1952, in Warren, Pennsylvania, she...

Aug 26, 2025

Lucille "Lucy" (Rolan) Ceculski, age 79, passed away peacefully August 26, 2025, at her residence in Perry.  She was born February 16, 1946, in Cleveland to Charles Rolan and Ruth (Mays) Rolan.

Lucy worked for Lake County Jobs and Family Services for many years retiring in 2002.

She enjoyed bowling, gardening, vacationing and had a...

Aug 25, 2025

Robert Eugene Jewart, age 81, passed away August 25, 2025, at his residence in Jefferson, Ohio surrounded by his family.  He was born April 16, 1944, in Washington, Pennsylvania to Fred Delbert Jewart and Hulda Mae (Helman) Jewart.

Robert served in the United States Army National Guard.   He worked for PMC Industries/Park Ohio as a mechanic and...

Aug 21, 2025

Calling hours for Rose Marie Curkendall, age 97, of Geneva will be Monday August 25, 2025 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Spear Mulqueeny Funeral Home 667 Mentor Ave, Painesville, OH 44077 The service will be held at 12:00PM and the Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Painesville.

Rose Marie was the daughter of Dominic and Sarah (Cantanzaro) Marzano...

Aug 19, 2025

MaryGrace Mickus, age 74, passed away August 19, 2025, in Painesville. She was born May 19, 1951, in Cleveland Heights to Norman Snyderburn and Rosalie (Bernardo) Snyderburn.

MaryGrace was a full time Nonnie and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and most of all, her grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening and crafting.

MaryGrace...

Aug 19, 2025

Louis Edward "Lou" Reho Sr.

Heaven gained a very special angel. Our dad left us so suddenly, and it still doesn't feel real. If you knew him, you know he always was joking and could make people laugh in any room. We imagine he is already dancing to his favorite polka songs in Heaven and enjoying a...

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...