obituaries


William Dale Hess

William Dale Hess

May 21, 2026

William Dale Hess, age 66, of Spring Valley, OH. Passed away May 21, 2026, at his home. He was born July 21, 1959, in Painesville, OH to Gerald and Neva (Whitehair) Hess.

“Billy” was a loving son, brother, and uncle. He enjoyed traveling with his girlfriend, Donna. He had a love for animals and they loved him right back.

He was proud...

Dwane Ollis Wyatt

Dwane Ollis Wyatt

May 29, 2026

Dwane Ollis Wyatt, age 81, passed away May 29, 2026, at U. H. Hospital in Cleveland. He was born June 1, 1945, in Marion, North Carolina to Ernest T. Wyatt and Dixie (Wilson) Wyatt.

Dwane proudly served as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps 1963-1967. He was an electrical engineer and worked at the Perry Nuclear Power Plant for...

Constance "Connie" Wander

Constance "Connie" Wander

Feb 21, 2026

Constance "Connie" Mullins Wander, a Christian, born February 21, 1943, entered The Lord's kingdom on her 83rd birthday, February 21, 2026. She was born in the hills of "Wild, Wonderful West Virginia" in the town of Whitman. The oldest of 4 daughters of June Mullins Cook Jackie, Nita, and Johnna, Connie was raised by her grandparents Erastes and Juanita Mullins. Connie...

Steven Lawrence Spaller

Steven Lawrence Spaller

Jun 2, 2026

Steven Lawrence Spaller, age 71, passed away June 2, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born February 1, 1955¸in Painesville, Ohio to Donald Spaller and Ruth (McIntosh) Spaller.

Most recently he was a resident of Ashtabula County, Ohio for 18 years. He spent many years throughout his life living in Cuyahoga, Geauga, and Lake Counties,...

Mark A. Monda

Mark A. Monda

May 27, 2026

Mark A. Monda, age 72, passed away May 27, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born December 16, 1953, in Ashtabula, Ohio. Mark worked in the plastics manufacturing industry and was VP Operations for Willis Industries and Plant Manager at PET processors and others over his 40 year career. 

Mark enjoyed caring for his pets and was a supporter of...

Margaret Ann (McMasters) Moore

Margaret Ann (McMasters) Moore

Jun 5, 2026

Margaret Ann Moore (née McMasters), age 83, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026.

Born on February 17, 1943, in Hookstown, Pennsylvania, to Clyde and Martha McMasters, Margaret lived a life centered on faith, family and simple joys.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. A woman of strong faith, Margaret found comfort and community through her church....

Harland Arthur White

Harland Arthur White

May 26, 2026

Harland Arthur White, age 92, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at his home in Madison, Ohio, surrounded by his family. He left this world exactly as he wished.

He was born on July 5, 1933, in New Lyme, Ohio, to Samuel Stuart White and Clara (Mills) White.

Harland spent much of his life as a hardworking truck driver, known for...

Maria E. Guzman

Maria E. Guzman

May 20, 2026

Maria E. Guzman, age 75, passed away May 20, 2026, in Jefferson, Ohio. She was born August 2, 1950, in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico to Monserrate Guzman Santiago and Eugenia Esmurria Mendez.

I wanted to share a few details about what Maria “Geñi” enjoyed most. She always appreciated a good bargain and loved spending time at yard sales and local thrift...

Linda Montrose Horsey

Linda Montrose Horsey

May 16, 2026

Linda Montrose Horsey age, 77, of Painesville OH, was called home by the Lord on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby, OH. She was born on February 22, 1949, in Saginaw MI, to John E. Horsey and Eleanor G. Sandow.

Linda had a heart for people and worked for many years at Hillcrest Hospital as a...

Thomas John Hogya

Thomas John Hogya

May 15, 2026

Thomas John Hogya, age 53, passed away May 15, 2026, at his residence in Painesville. He was born February 18, 1973, in Painesville to Deborah “Debbie” Urban and the late Thomas Joseph Hogya.

Thomas was a wonderful artist. He loved to go fishing, play horseshoes with friends and sing karaoke.

Thomas is survived by his mother, Deborah “Debbie” M. Urban (Robert Abbott),...

Marilyn I Schrag

Marilyn I Schrag

May 13, 2026

Marilyn I. Schrag, age 87, of Painesville, OH, passed away at her residence May 13, 2026.

She was born February 9, 1939, in Painesville to Ira and Ethel (Sabo) Dye.

Marilyn was a graduate of Riverside High School Class of 1957 and enjoyed football and her Cleveland Browns.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald Schrag; daughters, Victoria (Dave) Fargo and Melissa (Lee)...

Mary Louise Hawkins

Mary Louise Hawkins

May 10, 2026

Mary Louise Hawkins age 93, moved to heaven on May 10, 2026, from Painesville, Ohio. She was born on August 11, 1932, in Lake City, Tennessee to Mitchell Foust and Vera Myrtle (Leach) Johnson.

Mary Louise was an extraordinary homemaker and enjoyed playing Scrabble and working puzzles with her family and friends. Living in Mentor on the Lake for most of...

Margaret J. Cardina

Margaret J. Cardina

May 9, 2026

Margaret J. Cardina passed away peacefully May 9, 2026, at Governor’s Pointe in Mentor at the age of 93.  She was born Oct. 6, 1932 in Wendel, WV, moved to Fairport Harbor, OH in 1947 and was a long time resident of Painesville, OH. 

She was a member of St. Mary Church in Painesville / St. Anthony of Padua in Fairport,...

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Orosz

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Orosz

May 8, 2026

Cynthia Ann (Cindy) Orosz, age 68, of Painesville Township, passed away May 8, 2026. She was born June 10, 1957, in Painesville to James H. Curtis and Mary Ann (Giratos) Curtis.

Cindy was a seamstress and hair stylist for many years, and worked for David’s Bridal, Dillards, Fantastic Sam’s hair salon, Giant Eagle bakery, and the Center for Dialysis Care. She...

Doriano Trifiletti

Doriano Trifiletti

May 7, 2026

Doriano Trifiletti, age 85, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on May 7, 2026, at his residence in Mentor. He was born on September 14, 1940, in Tuscany, to Giuseppe Trifiletti and Rosa (Torre) Trifiletti.

Doriano worked for many dedicated years at SAS Rubber Company, where he was known for his strong work ethic and commitment.

Doriano enjoyed traveling to his...

Georgia Virginia (Kirk) Simons

Georgia Virginia (Kirk) Simons

May 3, 2026

We are sad to announce the passing of Georgia Virginia Simons, age 91, on May 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Jonesville, Virginia to Curtis and Verna (Johnson) Kirk.

Virginia enjoyed dancing and loved a good party! More than anything, she loved spending time with her family.

She will forever be treasured in the hearts...

Richard E Hauser

Richard E Hauser

May 3, 2026

Richard Edward Hauser, age 84, passed away on May 3rd, 2026 at his residence in Painesville, OH. He was born in Cleveland on July 19th, 1941, to Edward and Anna (Huzl) Hauser. He lived in Garfield Heights until the family moved to a farm in Bainbridge, where he grew up with his 13 brothers and sisters.

Richard worked as a machinist...

Robert Eugene DiCarlo

Robert Eugene DiCarlo

May 2, 2026



Robert E. DiCarlo, age 91 of Mentor, formally of Painesville, Ohio passed away Saturday May 2nd at Governor’s Point Mentor, Ohio.

Bob was born in Morgantown, West Virgina on February 10, 1935, to Teresa and Guy DiCarlo. Bob with his family moved to Painesville, Ohio in 1948. He attended St. Mary’s Painesville Catholic school where in the 7th grade he met...

David Downing

David Downing

Apr 26, 2026

David Downing, age 63, passed away April 26, 2026 at his home in Fairport Harbor. He was born on October 20, 1962, to Cynthia (Hurst) Downing and James S. Downing (deceased).

David was a hard working insurance agent, but his great loves in life were music, boats, cars, friends and family.

He was a talented and accomplished musician who played the bass...

John Rendek

John Rendek

Apr 24, 2026

October 11, 1958 - April 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Rendek, 67, of Painesville. John will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, step-father, brother, uncle, friend, and hero to so many.

John grew up in Painesville, Ohio, and was a proud graduate of Harvey...