obituaries

May 30, 2025

Elmer George Lawrence, age 96, passed away May 30, 2025, at David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland.  He was born April 24, 1929, in Painesville Township to John and Elizabeth (Szekeres) Lawrence.

Elmer served in the United States Air Force and was a life-time Lake County resident.  He worked for Thompson Products, and in the construction industry,...

May 27, 2025

Julie Anne Carducci, a radiant soul who touched countless lives, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at her home in Painesville Township at the age of 83. Born on February 19, 1942, in Painesville to Robert and Doris (Smith) Loth, Julie's warmth and generosity defined her extraordinary life.

For many years, Julie thrived in the real...

May 27, 2025

Our cherished Mother and Grandmother, Rita Mae Panzarella King, died May 27, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, at Geneva Center. She was 93.

Rita was born at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Cleveland, December 23, 1931, to Mary and Vincent Panzarella. She attended St. Mary's school and graduated from Harvey High School in 1949. Afterwards, she was...

May 26, 2025

Bonnie L. Frye, age 76, passed away May 26, 2025, at Salida Woods in Mentor, Ohio.  She was born May 13, 1949, in Cleveland and spent her entire life in Leroy and Thompson Townships.

Bonnie was a member of the First Church of Christ in Painesville, where she was a Sunday School teacher and was active in...

May 20, 2025

Nancy J. Mason, age 79, of Perry, passed away at her son's residence May 20, 2025. She was born February 19, 1946, in Uhrichsville, OH. to Loretta (Ferrell) and Herbert Bailey.

She enjoyed bowling, taking walks at parks, doing her puzzle books and going for drives in the country. She was loved by many and affectionately known...

May 17, 2025

Lucia Marie Strater, age 92, passed away Saturday May 17, 2025, at her residence in Willoughby Ohio. She was born August 14, 1932, in Cleveland Ohio to Elmer Bicker and Dorothy (Corlett) Bicker. She attended Mayfield High School and loved her years there. She was very involved in leadership and music and was voted Homecoming Queen. At Mayfield, she...

May 16, 2025

Dorothy "Dottie" Dunlap, age 97, passed away May 16, 2025. Born January 19, 1928. She will be remembered with great adoration by many and for her big "BEAR HUGS" that will have to last us our lifetime. We know why she lived so long…. she was humble and kind and had a positive outlook on life, and had many...

May 16, 2025

Donald G. Dwyer, age 63, passed away May 16, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights.  He was born October 13, 1961, in Cleveland to Thomas P. Dwyer Sr. and Nancy Ann (Roeder) Dwyer.

Donald was a member of Local 87 Carpenters Union and worked with Dean Dyke for many years.  He loved working with his hands...

May 13, 2025

Judith Palinkas, age 64, of Painesville Township was the daughter of Otto and Crystal (Weber) Ritterspacher, born on August 21, 1960, in Germany.  She passed away at University Hospital Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland on May 13, 2025.

Judith was a teacher's aide at Our Shepherd Lutheran School in Painesville for many years and she was an...

May 12, 2025

Baby Delilah J. Jones, of Perry, OH passed away May 12,2025

Beloved daughter of Noah and Alexis (Delbrocco) Jones. Adored granddaughter of Tina Delbrocco, Robert (Lynnette)Delbrocco, and Jesse Jones. She is survived by aunts and uncles, Angela Delbrocco, Ashley Irwin( Dylan Dombrowski), Anthony ( Karlan ) Delbrocco and Jessica Jones. Great aunts Tracy Jones and Tammy Jones...

May 9, 2025

Russ Barker, 58, of Painesville Twp, Ohio, passed away on May 9, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Mr. Barker was the son of Basil and Gloria Barker. He was born on December 25, 1966, in Painesville, Ohio.

After graduating from Madison High School, where he excelled in softball and shenanigans, Russ began honing his skills...

May 6, 2025

Jack J. Shipman, age 91, of Painesville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.  He was born to Lloyd and Mae (Crouse) on April 5, 1934 in Browntown, WV.   He married the love of his life, Loretta (Jones) Shipman on August 21, 1954.  Jack was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church for 70 years. ...

May 6, 2025

Charles Franklin "Butch" Ferrell Sr. passed away May 6, 2025, in Painesville Township, Ohio.  He was born April 30, 1945, in Earling, West Virginia to Charles Floyd Ferrell and Ella Mae (Myers) Ferrell.

Butch served in the United States Navy.   He then went to work for SAS Rubber.  He also worked for Millbrook Bread Co., Ohio Rubber...

May 1, 2025

Woodrow W. Halstead, age 83, passed away May 1, 2025, at Tri Point Medical Center in Concord Township, Ohio.  He was born November 17, 1941, in Huntington, West Virginia to Edward R. Halstead and Pearl (Blankenship) Halstead-Thayer

Woodrow served in the United States Navy as a radarman during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He also assisted in numerous...

Apr 30, 2025

Franklin "Frank" Robert Francosky, age 73, passed away April 30, 2025, at his residence in Painesville Township.  He was born, March 24, 1952, in Painesville to Joseph Paul Francosky and Helen (Azary) Francosky.

Frank was an electronics technician instructor who traveled nationally and internationally to train others on advanced medical imaging systems. He received an associate's degree...

Apr 27, 2025

Nila G. Perdue, age 92, passed away April 27th,2025, in Perry, Ohio. She was born March 3rd, 1933, in Gallagher, West Virginia to Marion and Blanche (McDaniel) Lively.

Nila was a member of the Christian Bible Church in Madison, Ohio. She was a big sports fan and specifically loved the Ohio State Buckeyes. She also liked watching...

Apr 25, 2025

Douglas "Doug" Ryan Jenkins passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 25th after a brief health complication, with his Fiancé Tina Bowen and family by his side. Born September 15th 1968, his fondest memories from childhood would be time spent with his brother Jamie and their beloved Grandma J. Doug was truly larger than life in every aspect and will be...

Apr 25, 2025

Homer M. Varner, Sr. age 88, passed away April 25, 2025, in Willoughby Ohio.  He was born February 22, 1937, in Cass, West Virginia to Frank Varner and Mary (Sheets) Varner.

Homer was a firefighter for Painesville Township for many years, retiring in 1997.  He enjoyed baseball, golf, and watching westerns.  He especially enjoyed spending time with...

Apr 22, 2025

Fred E. Armstrong, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded and loved by his family on April 22, 2025. He was born December 18, 1936 in Painesville.

Fred was a lifelong resident of Lake County.  He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1954 – 1958.  After his Military service, he committed his career to...

Apr 17, 2025

Donald David Hirter, age 71, passed away April 17, 2025, in Euclid, Ohio.  He was born August 29, 1953, in Painesville to Donald B. Hirter and Grace (Manley) Hirter DeGraff.

Donald served in the U. S. Army in Viet Nam.  He worked for Fairport Yacht Club before retiring.

He enjoyed fishing, making model airplanes and...