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Craig G. Taylor
May 31, 2026
Craig G. Taylor, age 83, passed away on May 31, 2026. Loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he will be remembered for his love of fishing and his devotion to the Cleveland Indians. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park.
Ilene Janet Meyer
May 30, 2026
Ilene Janet Meyer (formerly of Tarentum, PA) born on April 9, 1941, in Harrison Township, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed away from natural causes on May 30, 2026, in Avon Lake, Ohio. She was 85 years old. Ilene was a devoted educator, dedicating her life to teaching young minds as both an...
David L. Grimes
May 30, 2026
David “Dave” L. Grimes, 75, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. Born on May 30, 1951, in Lubbock, Texas, Dave was the son of the late William and Eva Grimes. Dave was the beloved husband of 40 years to Jo (née Stein), with whom he built a life filled with devotion,...
Vladimer M. Salva Jr
May 26, 2026
Vladimer Michael Salva, Jr. died on May 26, 2026 after a long and courageous struggle with the debilitating impact of multiple strokes. He was born on November 21, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio the son of Vladimer and Concetta Corrado Salva and the younger brother of Nancy (Pazelt). He graduated from...
David Croyle
May 25, 2026
DAVID RICHARD CROYLE, age 79, went home to be with Our Lord on May 25, 2026. Beloved son of the late Paul Robert Croyle and the late Dorothy Patricia Croyle (nee Hoffman). Brother of the late James Arthur (wife Sandy) in Brunswick, Russell Alan (wife Judy) in N. Ridgeville, Philip Jerry (and...
Ja'Quan M. Cummings
May 25, 2026
Ja’Quan M. Cummings, age 25, passed away far too soon on May 25, 2026, leaving a space in the world that can never be filled. Born on November 24, 2000, he was the beloved son of Janita (Jason) Moore and Larry (Juanita) Cummings. Ja’Quan’s life was rooted in family. He is survived by his siblings...
Esther Iliescu
May 24, 2026
Esther Iliescu, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, in Belmont, Massachusetts. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on January 8, 1930, to the late Elizabeth and George Gheta, Esther lived a life full of love, laughter, and creativity. She is lovingly remembered...
Richard Franklin Eplin
May 24, 2026
Richard Franklin Eplin, age 63, passed away on May 24, 2026. He was born on August 11, 1962, to the late Hannah and Elmer Eplin. Richard was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a cherished brother and friend. He is survived by his beloved wife, Toni Eplin; his step-daughters,...
Raymond G. Vento
May 24, 2026
Raymond G. Vento, 89, of Columbia Station, Ohio, passed away on May 24, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Joseph and Lucy Vento. Raymond was the beloved husband of 70 years to the late Phyllis Vento, a loving father to Daniel (Christine) Vento, Raymond (Judy)...
Michael G. Pecharko
May 24, 2026
Michael G. Pecharko, age 77, departed this life on May 24, 2026. He was the loving and devoted husband of Michelle Pecharko (née Aber), with whom he shared 56 beautiful years of marriage. There are no goodbyes for us. He will always be in my heart. I am so grateful for the life we shared and all...
Shirley J. Springer
May 22, 2026
Shirley J. Springer, age 89, passed away on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 19, 1936, to the late Margaret and Charles Kupetz. Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerard A. Springer, with whom she shared many years of partnership,...
Michele M. Yergan
May 22, 2026
Michele Marie Yergan, 75, of Wadsworth, Ohio, passed away on May 22, 2026. She was born on April 18, 1951, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Curtis and Mary Martin. Michele was the beloved sister of Tina (Brian) Haberman and James Martin. community. In keeping with Michele’s wishes, no services...