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Shirley Mae Canterbury
Jul. 28, 2025
Shirley Mae Canterbury, 77, of Berea, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 9, 1948, in Logan, West Virginia, to the late Edgar and Vinnie Canterbury, Shirley’s life was a reflection of warmth, resilience, and devotion. A proud mother,...

Paula A. Price
Jul. 27, 2025
Paula A. Price, age 82, of Olmsted Township, Ohio, passed peacefully on July 27, 2025. Born on February 25, 1943, in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Harold and Williamina Browning. She was a devoted mother to Damien (Kyra) and Darrell, and a loving grandmother to Jessica, Harrison, and Logan....

Van Allen Leski
Jul. 26, 2025
Van Allen Leski, 58, of Huntington Township, Ohio, passed away on July 26, 2025. He was born on May 26, 1967 to the late Robert Leski and Eleanor Hall. He is survived by his children, Christopher Leski and Brandon (Susan) Leski; and his brother, Adam "David" Leski.

Herb "Big Dawg" Pawlitsch
Jul. 26, 2025
Herb “Big Dawg” Pawlitsch June 1, 1948 – July 26, 2025 Herb “Big Dawg” Pawlitsch passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. Born in Linz, Austria on June 1, 1948, Herb was the son of the late Josef and Mary Pawlitsch. Herb is survived by his brother, Joseph...

Catherine "Betty" Page
Jul. 25, 2025
Catherine “Betty” Page, age 94, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 17, 1931, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to the late Carl and Helen Peters. Betty was the beloved wife of the late Lawrence Page, with whom she shared over 50 wonderful years...

William "Bill" Johnson Jr
Jul. 24, 2025
William “Bill” Johnson, Jr., age 84, of Westlake, Ohio, passed away on July 24, 2025. Born on November 5, 1940, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late William Sr. and Zelma Johnson, Bill lived a life defined by service, dedication, and quiet integrity. He was the beloved husband of 63 years to Kathleen...

Shawn T Murphy
Jul. 22, 2025
Shawn Murphy April 25, 1959 - July 22, 2025 Shawn Murphy, 66, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025. Born on April 25, 1959, to the late Joseph and Mickey Murphy, Shawn was an outgoing and charismatic soul who touched the lives of many. Shawn is survived by his loving fiancé, Patty Jones; his...

Edward Arthur Kus
Jul. 20, 2025
Edward Arthur Kus, 80, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on July 20th, 2025. Born on Staten Island, New York to the late Arthur and Anna Kus on September 17th, 1944, Edward lived a life marked by service, joy, and steadfast devotion. A proud Army veteran, Edward honorably served his country during...

Jerry Lee Curtis
Jul. 19, 2025
Jerry Lee Curtis July 3, 1945 - July 19, 2025 Jerry Lee Curtis, 80, of Kenova, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025. Born on July 3, 1945, to the late Claude and Irene Curtis, Jerry lived a life full of love, dedication, and service. Jerry is survived by his devoted wife,...

Robert A. Perdue
Jul. 19, 2025
Robert A. Perdue, age 77, of Middleburg Heights, Ohio, passed away on July 19, 2025. He was born on February 8, 1948 to the late George and Jeanne Perdue. He is survived by his son, Ken (Kami) Perdue; and grandchildren, Karsyn and Kadyn. Robert will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park, North...

Leon Edward Newton
Jul. 18, 2025
Leon Edward Newton March 15, 1957 – July 18, 2025 Leon Edward Newton passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. Born on March 15, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Henry and Orelee Newton, Leon lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication. Leon is survived by his beloved children, Amber...

Wayne Robert Fortlage
Jul. 18, 2025
Wayne Robert Fortlage, 92, of Brooklyn, Ohio, passed away on July 18, 2025. Born August 3, 1932, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Elmer and Pearl (née Baldi) Fortlage, Wayne lived a life of service, dedication, and unwavering love for his family and community. On October 30, 1954, Wayne married...