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Terry Wayne Eden
Jul. 05, 2025
Terry Wayne Eden, age 66, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025. Born on January 6, 1959, to the late James and Nannie Eden, Terry lived a life marked by quiet strength, deep love for his family, and a passion for the simple joys of life. Terry shared 29 devoted years with his beloved wife,...

Scott Edward Rapoport
Jul. 05, 2025
Scott Edward Rapoport, age 49, passed away on July 5, 2025. Born on September 5, 1975, he was the beloved son of Steven and Linda Rapoport. He is survived by his devoted siblings, Anthony (Samantha) Rapoport, Rosie (Marc) Rosenberg, and Shawna (Brandon) Park; and his adored nieces and nephews,...

Brian Kelsey Burk
Jul. 04, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brian Kelsey Burk, age 52, who departed this life on July 4, 2025. Born on December 20, 1972, to Robert K. and Barbara Burk, Brian lived a life full of love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of the outdoors. Brian was a devoted...

Dawn Shirley Hailey
Jul. 03, 2025
Dawn Shirley Hailey, age 87, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025. Born on May 18, 1938, to the late Jack and Esther Rocks, Dawn led a life defined by dedication, grace, and deep compassion for others. Dawn graduated from Marshall High School in 1956, where she excelled...

Shirley Manthey
Jul. 02, 2025
Shirley Mae Manthey (née Mokry), age 90, passed away in her sleep on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025. She was born in 1935 to parents Clarence Mokry and Marie (née Ulicky). She was preceded in death by her sister June, her stepbrother Richard, her son Mark, and her lifelong sweetheart and husband for...

Jeffery Joseph Zwolenik
Jul. 01, 2025
Jeffery Joseph Zwolenik, age 64, of Sheffield Village, Ohio, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was born on September 14, 1960 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Carol Au. He is survived by his children, Ryan Zwolenik, Jennifer Zwolenik, Kallie Zwolenik, and...

Christ George Spillas
Jul. 01, 2025
Christ George Spillas, age 87, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025. Born on March 15, 1938, to the late George C. Spillas and Mary Louise Spillas, Christ lived a life grounded in integrity, compassion, and deep devotion to his loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife...

Helen Kathryn Dech
Jun. 30, 2025
Helen Kathryn Dech, 99, passed away on June 30, 2025. She was born June 20, 1926 to the late Adam and Elizabeth Heiser. She was a 1944 graduate of James Ford Rhodes High School and became a secretary for Columbia area schools, for over 30 years. She married Jacob Dech on April 9, 1949 and...

Elmer G. Thomas
Jun. 30, 2025
Elmer G. Thomas, age 75, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025. Born on July 15, 1949, Elmer was the beloved son of the late Dewey and Rosie Mae Thomas. Elmer was the devoted husband of Diane Thomas (née Bartow), with whom he shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. He was a proud and loving...

Carol Emily Schendel
Jun. 29, 2025
Carol Emily Schendel, 95, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1929, to the late Philip and Agnes Gavlik. Carol is survived by her daughters, Diane Fehlner and Linda (late Bill) Minter; 7 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; her...

Ann G. Christman
Jun. 29, 2025
Ann G. Christman, 96, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025. Born on October 15, 1928 to the late George and Sarah Story. She is survived by her children, James (Lynn), Jeff (late, Bonnie), and Carrie (Gary); grandchildren, Brian, Lindsey (late, Mike), Erin, Leslie (Brad), Shannon, Jamie...

Wayne Michael Urban
Jun. 29, 2025
Wayne Michael Urban was born on March 24, 1951, in East Cleveland, OH, to the late Dorothy Rose (Kracker) Urban and Rudolph Steve Urban. He lived and grew up in Macedonia, OH. He graduated from Nordonia High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting...