Obituaries

Nancy Veronica Hoyer of North Ridgeville passed away June 13, 2018 at University Hospital in Cleveland at the age of 63.  She was born July 4th, 1954 in Lakewood to the late Joseph and Irene (Rush) Klubert.  She loved Elvis Presley and was an avid memorabilia collector.  Nancy enjoyed watching golf and baseball, eating out, county fairs, shopping, nature walks...

Shirley J. Phillips, 71, passed away June 17, 2018 with her family by her side. She was a lifelong resident of Cleveland and greatly enjoyed Her grandchildren/great grand kids and her favorite TV shows and gardening.She will be sadly missed by her children, June (Dave), April (Rich), Joe (Tom) and Chrissy (Chris); grandchildren, Heather (Charley), Stephen, Nickey, Kevin and Madison...

Albert Frank Martin was born to Virgil and Willie Martin on April 24, 1956. He confessed Christ at an early age and joined Friendship Baptist Church. He was retired from J.A.M. Construction Company.He departed this life on June 16, 2018 at Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood, Ohio.Albert was preceded in death by his father, Virgil Martin Sr. and his mother...

Robert Ostrander, age 80, passed away June 13th,2018.  He was born in Norwich, NY and grew up in Lakewood, Ohio.  Worked for U.S. Steel in sales for 36 years.  He is survived by his wife, Karen of 56 years, sons David (Tricia) and Michael (Mara), seven grandchildren, Zach, Mackenzie, Madison, Terah, Kayla, Brodi, Bryce and son-in-law Jeff.  He is preceded...

Linda L. Jennings, 75, of Hartville passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018 surrounded by family and friends. She was born October 4, 1942 in Muncie, Indiana. Linda married Ken Jennings in 1962, they recently celebrated their 56th anniversary. Some of her favorite things were cheering on the Cleveland Indians and spending quality time with family and friends.She is preceded by...

Clair I. “Bud” Wisor, Jr., 63, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2018. He was a longtime resident of Brunswick and worked for many years at Athens Food, Inc. Bud enjoyed camping, bike riding, leather works and spending time with his family, as well as his dog, Sparky and cats, Cupcake, Nacho, Kit Kat and Muffin.Preceded...

William C. Lowery, born April 10, 1930 entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family May 26, 2018 at the age of 88. He was retired from the United Postal Service after 36 years of service and was a proud Navy Veteran.Beloved husband of 52 years to Beverly; father to Christopher (deceased) and Kelly (Juan) Rosa; grandfather to Julia...

Freddy Joe Stone Sr. of Canton, Ohio departed this world at the age of 67 to be with the Lord on June 6th, 2018 following a short illness.Freddy Joe Stone Sr. was born March 15th, 1951 in Boone County, WV to Shelby and Evalena (Burns) Stone. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Freddy was a retired...

Anna Marie Molnar of Louisville, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home June 10, 2018 at the age of 89.  She was born March 22, 1929 in Elizabeth, NJ to the late Paul and Anna (Rigby) Speck.In addition to her parents, Anna is preceded in death by her husband, Richard John Molnar whom she married September 3, 1955; brother, Paul...

Devoted mother, sister, and friend….Mary Ann passed away Saturday, May 26thfollowing a brief illness. She was the oldest daughter of Howard and Evelyn Holmes, born February 10th, 1943 in Akron, Ohio.  She enjoyed growing up with her 11 siblings. “Never a dull moment!”  Mary Ann enjoyed her many visits to Grandma Bauer’s farm in Brimfield. She was a 1961 graduate...

Elmer Smith Jr. of Coventry Township passed away peacefully at his home on May 30, 2018 at the age of 86.  In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no public services are planned.  Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.  Condolences can be shared...

Barbara Jean Stahlman of Sugarcreek Township passed away May 24, 2018 at the age of 84. She was born May 21, 1934 in Oklahoma City, OK to the late John and Ethel (Lewis) Ratliff.  Barbara was a retired meat cutter and enjoyed baking and decorating cakes.She is survived by four sons, Dan (Julie), Mike, Jeff (Sharon) and Darryl; nine grandchildren;...

Pamela J. Harter, age 53 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, May 29th 2018 following an extended illness. She was born in Canton on August 10th 1964 to the late Lee Harter and Doris Harter. She loved music, coloring, and drawing. She leaves behind her sister, Gwen Bachtel; half-sister, Rose Marie; brothers, Douglas Harter and David Harter; three daughters, Stephanie...

Chuck, age 73, passed away May 28, 2018.  He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Nancy; sons, Chuck III (Shelly) and Steven (Kristen); and five grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, Chuck is preceded in death by brothers Joseph and James.  Cremation has taken place and a private service was held for his family.  Condolences can be...

Eulogy What Does that mean : A speech or writing that praises someone highly. How can you put into words 90 years of a mans life?To start he came from a tough beginning. His mother died a few months after his birth and his father died when he was 16.  The next year, 1945 he joined the Army and served...

Justine Matheson age 74 of Canton, Ohio passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, May 21, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Charles Matheson of Canton, Ohio; her six children, Melissa, Caleen, Peggy, Keith, Kenny and Jack; numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren and her brother, Timothy Bodnar.Justine enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren ensuring that each...

Clay Anthony Barcus, 57, of Harlem Springs passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2018. He was a life-long over the road truck driver. Clay graduated from Carrollton High School.He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Barcus and William and Jo Tauzel and siblings Dan, Gray, Kyle, and Rebecca.Clay is survived by his children, Kyle Barcus of...

Nancy A. Sheffler (nee King), age 85, of Brunswick passed away peacefully at Hospice of Medina County on Wednesday, May 23, 2018.She was the beloved wife of Frederick for 67 years; dear mother of Debbie, Kathy and Russ (Cathy); grandmother of 5; great-grandmother of 9; daughter of the late Richard and Mae King; sister of Richard, Joanne and the late...

Richard Mark Coleman, 61, of Brunswick, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, May 18, 2018. He was born May 24, 1956 in Cleveland to the late George and Patricia (Harrold) Coleman.In his younger years, Rich loved fishing, golfing, playing softball, and sailing with his older brother George. Rich was an avid Cleveland Football fan; he could...

Michael J. Rushinsky, Jr. “Rush” age 63 passed away May, 21, 2018 at St. John Medical Center in Westlake, Ohio.He was the beloved husband of Wrendi (nee Campbell); dear father of Michelle (John) Pendleton and Austin (Kat) Epps; grandfather of Johanna, Chambers and Thwaite Pendleton and Wyatt Epps; son of Sandra Jennings and the late Michael, Sr. and Sandra Jean;...