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Edwin Kowalinski
Aug. 22, 2025
Edwin “Ed” Kowalinski, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 16, 1936, to the late Edwin and Anna Kowalinski. Ed served in the US Airforce until his honorable discharge. He went on to work for Ohio Bell for many years before...
Hildegard Tomm
Aug. 20, 2025
Hildegard Tomm entered into eternal rest to be with her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025. She is survived by her sister Margaret Kisser of Kelowna, British Columbia and her sons: Harry Tomm, Richard (Pam) Tomm, and Manfred (Lisa) Tomm. She was referred to as Omi by her grandchildren: Joshua,...
Eamon Moran
Aug. 18, 2025
Eamon Aloysius Moran, June 21, 1933 – August 18, 2025, born in Cloughmore, Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland. Survived by wife of 63 years, Theresa (nee Barrett) and son, Kevin. Predeceased by son Martin and his parents Francis and Florence (Nee Spraggett) Moran. He had 16 brothers and sisters,...
Ronald "Ron" Zenkewicz
Aug. 15, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Walter Zenkewicz, 83, of Westlake, Ohio, passed away on August 15, 2025. Born on July 25, 1942, to Walter and Frances Zenkewicz, Ron was raised in Cleveland’s historic Slavic Village, where the values of resilience, hard work, and adaptability were woven into the fabric of his...
Joan Pauline Cifranic
Aug. 15, 2025
Joan Pauline Cifranic (nee Gorsek), age 88. Loving mother of Jimmy (Nancy), Jeff (Michele, deceased), Jerry (Sandra), Jenny (Bob Wypasek), Jill, Jack, Jace (Amy). Loving Grandmother of Stacey, Kristy, Rachel, Sean, Bobby, Matthew, Emily, and Jake. Loving Great Grandmother of Taylor, Tyler,...
Roberta Jean Robertson
Aug. 14, 2025
Roberta Jean Robertson, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on October 7, 1949, to the late Harry and Bernice Smith, Roberta lived a life rooted in kindness, strength, and unwavering dedication to others. Roberta was the cherished wife of Lawrence “Larry” Robertson, with whom...
Debra Jean Kaufman
Aug. 13, 2025
Debra Jean Kaufman, age 69, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on August 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with a long illness. Born on October 13, 1955, to the late Fredrick and Vera Tittes, Debra lived a life full of warmth, resilience, and devotion to those she loved most. She was the proud and...
William R. Nash III
Aug. 11, 2025
William R. Nash III, age 63, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, music, and adventure. Born on April 6, 1962, to Vicki Cate Paladino (deceased) and William R. (Dee) Nash II, Rob lived a life marked by passion, curiosity, and an unwavering love for the...
Lawrence R. Kessie
Aug. 10, 2025
Lawrence R. Kessie, 77, of Strongsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 8, 1947, he was the son of the late Robert and Marie Kessie. Lawrence was the beloved husband of the late Mary Lou Kessie. He is survived by his devoted children: Denise...
Kenneth Bower
Aug. 09, 2025
Kenneth Bower, 88, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Born in Big Bend, West Virginia on April 23, 1937, Ken was the son of the late Forrest Sr. and Opal Bower (nee: Williams). Ken served his country proudly in the Army during the Korean War. He was the beloved...
Jane A. Curran
Aug. 08, 2025
Jane Curran, 77, of Fairview Park, Ohio, peacefully passed away after a courageous 15-year battle with multiple myeloma on August 8, 2025. Jane’s life was defined by love, creativity, encouragement, and a quiet strength. She was married to her devoted husband, Dan Curran Sr., who is greatly...
Judith Ann Kurz
Aug. 07, 2025
Judith Ann Kurz, age 84, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully with family members by her side on August 7, 2025. Born on November 19, 1940, to the late Eva and John Sweet, Judith lived a life full of warmth, devotion, and joy. She was the beloved wife of 66 years to Leroy Kurz, with...