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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...
Frederick W. Smith
May 22, 2026
Frederick W. Smith, 78, passed away peacefully in his loving wife’s arms on May 22, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with illness. He was born on March 10, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Michael and Mary Smith (née Haruck). Frederick carried with him a strong sense of family, hard...
James "Jim" Malloy
May 21, 2026
James R. Malloy, age 87, of Berea, Ohio, passed away on May 21, 2026. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 27, 1938, he was the son of the late George and Agnes Malloy. Jim proudly served his country as a United States Marine before dedicating many years of his life to serving the City of Berea...
Elaine F. Johnson-Schmidt
May 21, 2026
Elaine Johnson‑Schmidt, 82, of Brooklyn, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her daughters on May 21, 2026. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on August 23, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Abraham and Frances Shoff. Elaine was preceded in death by her first husband, Steve Johnson, and...
Joan Caldwell
May 17, 2026
Joan Caldwell, age 90, passed away on May 17, 2026. She was born on July 17, 1935, to the late Martha and Arthur McCrudden, whose love and guidance shaped the foundation of her long and meaningful life. Joan was the devoted wife of the late William R. Caldwell, with whom she shared many years of...
Glenn G. Gresch
May 16, 2026
Glenn G. Gresch, 65, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away on May 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, humor, creativity, and unwavering devotion to his family. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Glenn was the son of Glen and the late Edna Gresch. He was the beloved husband of 40 years to Patricia “Patti”...
Elizabeth Ann Steinke-Marnix
May 13, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Steinke-Marnix, 59, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away on May 13, 2026, after many years of serious health challenges. She was born Elizabeth Ann Randall on August 9, 1966, the daughter of Jean Randall, later Jean Gardner. Ann graduated from Sandusky High School in 1984, where she...
David Scott Edwards
May 11, 2026
David Scott Edwards, 67, passed away on May 11, 2026. He was born on October 6, 1958, he was the cherished son of the late Mary Lou and Jack Edwards. David’s life was anchored by his devoted wife of 45 years, Donna Edwards, his partner in every sense of the word. He was a proud and dedicated...