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Vaira Aina Kubulins
Jan. 18, 2026
Vaira Aina Kubulins (née Upesleja), born October 8, 1932, in Cesvaine, Latvia, to the late Jānis and Zelma (née Tampa), passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026. Vaira was the beloved wife of the late Richards Kubulins and a devoted mother to Inga Cioletti (Anthony, deceased), Eriks (Laura),...
Diane Konarski
Jan. 17, 2026
Diane "Dee" Konarski, age 74, of Westlake, Ohio went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 17, 2026. She was the dear daughter of the late Leonard S. Konarski and Helen (nee Kolomichuk) Konarski. She will be deeply missed by her twin sister, Dolores "Dodie" Konarski. Also...
Laura Lynne Stevens
Jan. 16, 2026
Laura Lynne Stevens, 83, beloved wife of the late Harold C. Stevens. Dear mother of Scott W. Stevens (Kimberley Kay) and Todd A. Stevens (Kimberly Ann). Grandmother, “Grammy” to Theodore C. Stevens (Karinne), Shelby L. Stevens (Noah), Madison A. Stevens, and Mackenzie A. Stevens. Daughter of the...
Debra Kay Barnett
Jan. 15, 2026
Debra Kay Barnett, 64, passed away on January 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 25, 1961, in Cleveland, Ohio, Debra was a Christmas gift to all who would come to know her. She was raised by her devoted mother, Marjorie Kame, who helped shape the warm, generous...
Robert J. Petrovic
Jan. 15, 2026
Robert J. Petrovic, beloved husband of Donna Riemer, passed away on January 15, 2026. Born June 30, 1947 to William and Mildred (nee. Myokas) Petrovic in Cleveland, Ohio. Bob is survived by his wife Donna, step-daughter Michelle (Dave) Stacko, grandchildren Jacob and Samantha Stacko and his...
Clifford Walter Preuss
Jan. 14, 2026
Clifford Walter Preuss, known to many simply as “Cliff,” passed away last Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, dedication, and love for family, work, and community. Cliff was a proud graduate of the Case Institute of Technology, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and...
Ellen Taylor
Jan. 14, 2026
⁷Ellen Taylor, age 91, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026. Born in Cleveland on April 19, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Kane and Emily (nee. Kofron) Kane. Ellen was the beloved wife of the late Hugh F. Taylor Sr., with whom she shared a lifetime...
David Mayer
Jan. 14, 2026
Sergeant David Mayer, age 77 of Parma, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1949. David proudly served the City of Cleveland as a Cleveland Police Officer for 40 years. Throughout his distinguished career, he worked in Impact Task Force, Narcotics, and rose...
William Herschel Jordan
Jan. 13, 2026
William “Bill” Herschel Jordan III, age 81, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 13, https://2026.Born on August 3, 1944, in Fairmont, Nebraska, Bill was the beloved son of the late Valeria and William Jordan II. He was also preceded in death by the love of his life, Ellen...
Kim Anne Smith
Jan. 12, 2026
Kim Anne Smith (nee Hepner) age, 66, passed away on Monday January 12, 2026. Beloved wife of 37 years to Lawrence O.; loving mother of Ashley Bohland (George); daughter of Ray and the late Gayle Hepner; sister of Kevin, Tracey (Tammy Smit) and the late Raymond Hepner; Aunt of many. She loved...
Jerome "Jerry" J. Lutkus
Jan. 11, 2026
Jerome “Jerry” J. Lutkus, age 80, was a hero of a husband and a role model for others to follow. He was kind, loving, compassionate, devoted to his family, loyal to his friends and always willing to do someone a favor or help another person who was in need. An Army Veteran who served in Germany...
Vernon Q Shepherd
Jan. 11, 2026
Vernon Q. Shepherd, age 91, of Brook Park, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026. Born on December 26, 1934, in Burnsville, North Carolina. He spent four decades working for Conrail, where he was known for his dedication, reliability, and strong work ethic. Vernon was a longtime member of...