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Mrs Margaret L. Pring
Jul. 30, 2024
Margaret Louise Pring, born on June 17, 1936, in Minerva, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Gustav Lindstrom and Nova Walter-Lindstrom and the loving wife of 58 years to the late Ronald Pring. Margaret was a dedicated homemaker who took great pride in...
Claire G. VanHorn
Jul. 30, 2024
Claire G. VanHorn, 85, of Strongsville, Ohio, passed away on July 30, 2024. She was born on August 22, 1938 to the late William and Mildred (Buckingham) Butler. She is survived by her children, Cheryl VanHorn and Shelly (Mike Curran) Amato-Curran; grandchildren, Christine, Alexandria (Ehrich),...
Bette Jane Higgins
Jul. 29, 2024
Bette Guimond Higgins passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family, on July 29, 2024, after fiercely battling breast cancer for more than 7 years. She was a feisty, funny and beloved partner to Tom Champion for 22 years, and doggie mom to her best girl Sydney. Bette was preceded...
Susan Elizabeth Ewert
Jul. 29, 2024
Susan Elizabeth Ewert, 72, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed away on July 29, 2024. She was born on May 19, 1952 to the late Howard and Mary Jean Ling. She is survived by her children, Jennifer (Keith) Fifield and Raymond Ewert; grandchildren, Tyler Bell and Oliver Ewert; and brother, Patrick...
Michael John Matus
Jul. 29, 2024
Michael John Matus Sr. aka “King of Karaoke”, 91, passed away on July 29, 2024. He was born on January 27, 1933 to the late Julia Ann Will. He is survived by his son, Michael Matus II; grandchildren, Julia Matus and Michael Matus; step-grandchildren, Nichole White, David Schaefer, Douglas DiCaro,...
Daniel Arthur Elek Jr.
Jul. 28, 2024
Daniel Arthur Elek Jr., 63, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2024. He was born on April 4, 1961 to Jean Marie Elek and the late Daniel Arthur Elek Sr. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Colbert; grandchildren, Isabella, McKenna, and Kylie; siblings, Sandra (Charles) George and David...
Mr Edward A. Gerber
Jul. 27, 2024
Edward A. Gerber, born on November 22, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on July 27, 2024. He was the beloved son of Aloysius Gerber and Margaret Hass-Gerber. Ed dedicated his career to the East Ohio Gas Company, where he served as a supervisor, earning the respect and admiration of his...
Mr. Paul J. Bauer
Jul. 27, 2024
Paul Bauer, age 55, of Olmsted Falls, passed away suddenly on July 27, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Michelle for 23 years, and a loving father to Kyle and Kayla. Paul was a cherished brother to David (Peggy Sue, deceased), Scott (Sheila), and Nancy; a dear brother-in-law to Renee (Ron) and...
Ferris Michael Kleem
Jul. 26, 2024
Ferris M. Kleem, 65, of Parma Heights, passed away on July 26, 2024, due to heart complications, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Cleveland and raised in Berea, Ohio, Ferris was the son of the late John and Farrel Kleem. He is survived by his siblings Helena (Andrew), Elizabeth, John...
Robert McClellan Alexander
Jul. 26, 2024
Robert McClellan Alexander passed away on July 26, 2024, at the age of 92. Born in 1932 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he was a devoted family man, a veteran of the Army, and a dedicated salesman. Robert, the son of the late Robert C. and Gladys Alexander, lived a full life He served in the Army,...
Charles D. Smith
Jul. 26, 2024
Charles D. Smith of Olmsted Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully. Born on June 12, 1950, in Berea, Ohio, to Charles W. Smith and Viola (nee Schultz) Smith, Charles lived a life full of love and passion. He was married for 40 wonderful years to the late Gayle Smith. Charles is survived by his...
Teresa Ann Schultz
Jul. 25, 2024
Teresa Ann Schultz, age 63, passed away on July 25, 2024. Teresa was born on October 26, 1960 to the late Grover and JoAnn Kaneen. Teresa is survived by her husband, Von Schultz; son, Mitchell Mathis; grandson, Wyatt Mathis; siblings, Paul Kaneen, Chris Kaneen, and Pam (Jeff) Peters; numerous...