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Marcia Louise Johnson
Dec. 18, 2025
Marcia Louise Johnson’s life was defined by her unwavering faith, her dedication to her community, and a profound devotion to her family. Born on February 18, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Laurence and Lossie Hayes, she was the seventh of eight children raised in a home where faith and...
David Albert Schultz
Dec. 18, 2025
David Albert Schultz, 88, was born on August 14, 1937 to the late Kurt and Elizabeth Schultz. David peacefully passed away on December 18, 2025. Beloved husband of 65 years to Barbara Schultz, who passed away in 2023. Cherished father of Deborah (Warren) Thompson. Dear brother of Linda Frey;...
Roy Stevan Bunevich
Dec. 18, 2025
Roy Stevan Bunevich, age 80, of Amherst, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Stevan Carl and Edith Marie (née Barensfield) Bunevich, Roy lived a life defined by love, dedication, and purpose. Roy was the beloved husband of Eileen (née Mackey) for 57...
Ronald Ray Wilburn
Dec. 16, 2025
Ronald Ray Wilburn, age 90, a proud resident of Olmsted Township for over 50 years, passed away on December 16, 2025. He was born on July 7, 1935, in Jennings, Maryland. For the past 31 years, Ronald shared his life with his devoted companion, Debra Haecker of Wabash, Indiana. Ronald spent his...
Robert "Bob" Mitchell
Dec. 14, 2025
Robert “Bob” Mitchell, age 75, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away on December 14, 2025. He was the husband of 54 years to Susan (née Kammer) Mitchell. Bob is survived by his children Amy (Louis) Bernard and Steve Mitchell, and his grandchildren Ken Johnson, Logan Zimmer, and Robert...
Edward "Fast Eddie" Duckett Jr
Dec. 14, 2025
Edward "Fast Eddie" Duckett Jr., age 78, of North Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away on December 14, 2025. Edward was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on September 21, 1947, to the late Virginia Jo. Loving raised by his late grandparents Arvel and Lavada Davidson He is survived by his siblings Theresa...
Barbara Anne Athey
Dec. 13, 2025
Barbara Anne Athey, age 84, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025. Born on May 29, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Harriette Glaeser, whose guidance and values shaped the compassionate woman she became. Barbara’s life was defined by devotion to her family. She is survived...
Loretta Kay Dukarm
Dec. 13, 2025
Loretta Kay Dukarm (80) of North Ridgeville, OH was welcomed into God’s Kingdom on December 13, 2025. Loretta battled Parkinson’s Disease and its numerous complications that ultimately claimed her life. Loretta, fondly known as “Kay”, was born on April 20, 1945 in Cass, WV, to Herbert and...
Edward Laird Balas
Dec. 11, 2025
Edward Laird Balas, age 92, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025. Born on February 1, 1933, Edward was the beloved son of the late Margaret and Edward J. Balas. Edward was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Leona Balas, with whom he shared many years of companionship and joy....
Cathy Sue Cubbison
Dec. 07, 2025
Cathy S. Cubbison, age 67, passed away December 7, 2025. Cathy is survived by her sister, Cynthia Cubbison, as well as many friends, cousins and good neighbors. A lifelong animal lover, Cathy is also survived by her beloved dog, Violet. Cathy was the cherished daughter of the late Robert and W....
John "Bernie" Bernard Toorish
Dec. 07, 2025
John “Bernie” Toorish, age 94, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025. Born on March 2, 1931, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Bernie was the beloved son of the late John M. and Claire Toorish. From the time he was five years old, Bernie’s life was shaped by his passion...
Ronald Michael McKinley
Dec. 07, 2025
Ronald M. McKinley, age 95, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away on December 7, 2025. Ron was born in Evanston, Illinois, on March 30, 1930, to the late Lyle and Veronica McKinley. He was the beloved husband of 70 years to Elaine (née Hollenhorst) McKinley, with whom he shared a lifetime of love...