Obituaries

David Allen Drda, aged 63, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023 in Strongsville, Ohio after a lengthy illness.  Born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 3, 1959, he is preceded in death by his mother, Anna Drda (née Owsuik), father ,Ernie Drda Sr. and his stepmother, Linda.David is survived by his loving and patient wife, Tammy Drda (née Palmer); his...

Samuel J Zelenak born May 20, 1948 passed peacefully away on February 17, 2023 after battling several health issues. He may be gone from this world but he will not be forgotten. He was a kind man that enjoyed time with his neighbors, teaching students (Tri-C and CSU), growing a garden and canning with his wife. He spent time in...

Marylou B. Lantz (nee Ivec), 77, was born on September 14, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 16, 2023 in Willoughby, Ohio of natural causes. Marylou was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Alberta Ivec, beloved husband, Bradford Lantz, and sister, Susanne Myers.She is survived by her daughters, Tiffany (Dustin) Zemar and Lacey Lantz;...

On February 15th, 2023, the O’Grady and Basch families lost a bright light. A dear mother, grandmother, daughter, and beloved sister, Judith Ann O’Grady (nee Basch), originally from Bay Village (born in Cleveland), Ohio, is finally resting in the arms of our Lord in heavenly peace. Judy is preceded in death by her beloved infant daughter, Megan, her parents Eugene...

Jerry Klembarsky born April 7, 1946 passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023 after a long fight with cancer and heart disease.  Jerry was a Vietnam veteran, earning a Purple Heart after a bomb explosion did irreparable damage to his eyes.  After spending one year at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, surgeons were able to return vision to one eye. ...

Donald Wayne Crawford 68 of Louisville, Ohio  passed away  February 14, 2023. He was owner of Crawford’s Excavating and retired From City of Canton Street Dept. He liked Harley Rides, fishing, and driving his corvette.Preceded by Virginia and Clarence Crawford.Survived by his children, Jennifer Crawford and Don Crawford; grandchildren, Ryan Weaver, Mia Crawford, Piper Crawford and Houston Crawford; brothers, Richard...

Nancy Lee Litton 80, passed peacefully to join Jesus in Heaven on Monday, February 13, 2023.  She was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Pearl and Elva Brown, one of 12 children.  Nancy was the bride of Marion Litton Sr. and were happily married for 58 years.She worked at the Nursing Home on 12th Street for many years as...

John W. Hill went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 13, 2023 at the age of 74 surrounded by his wife and their children.  After a courageous 7 year battle of  Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinsons the Lord finally called him home.John was born in Akron,  Ohio on November 4, 1948 to the late...

Debra “Debbie” Ann (Caley) Christofides, 63, of Waynesburg, OH, passed away on February 12, 2023. She was born on December 11, 1959 to the late Charles and Judith (Hackathorn) Caley. Debbie was a lifelong crafter, avid reader, and chronicled every event big or small with dozens of photographs. She was devoted to her faith and centered her life around it....

Gretchen M. Schwerzler 89, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on February 13, 2023  at Bel Air Care Center in Alliance, Ohio following a brief illness.She is survived by three children, Joe (Tammy) Schwerzler, Andy Schwerzler and Amy (Dan Dawson) Clifford; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Tom Lab and Sam (Hilda) Lab.Preceded in death by husband,...

Henry McCrackin, 67, of Louisville, OH unexpectedly left us on February 10th, 2023.  Henry spent many years as an over the road truck driver where he was able to see many of the wonders of the United States. When not on the road, he enjoyed riding motorcycles, working on project cars, being active with home projects, and having a good...

Issiah G.W. Diaz,24, of Akron, OH, passed away on February 10th,2023 suddenly & unexpectedly at home, following his battle with health issues. Issiah was born on December 30th,1998 to Heidi Seger & Brandon Diaz.After attending Ellet High School Issiah went on to enjoy his life, if he wasn’t exploring his love for music, you could find him playing basketball with...

FLAMENT, Thomas, age 74, of Brunswick, Ohio born September 4, 1948 passed away peacefully Thursday, February 9, 2023 from natural causes. He was a graduate of John Marshall High School in 1966 and received his BS from Cleveland State University in Business Administration in 1973 and CPA thereafter. Tom served in the Air Force as a Staff Sergeant in the...

Vivian E. Reidy (Viv, Vicki), 83 of Wooster, Ohio passed away peacefully, in her home, surrounded by her loved ones, after an extended illness. The funeral will be a private ceremony with only close family members present. Vivian was born February 26, 1939 to the late Frederick and Edna Wreden of Cleveland, Ohio where she was born and raised. She...

Alejandro Madrid Chavez (born October 22, 1965), also known as Alex, passed away on February 8, 2023, after succumbing to injuries from a bad fall. He was born to Alejandro Diaz Chavez and Guadalupe Madrid Chavez (both deceased) and is survived by the love of his life, his beautiful daughter, Natasha, his loving sisters Frances and Lupita, nieces Cheyenne and...

Luise Karolina Trew, (Brandner), 87 passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 8, 2023.Born in Augsburg, Germany to Karl and Aloisia (Wolf) Brandner, she grew up during WWII with her siblings, Rudolf, Leo, Walter, and Hannelore. Luise met and married Harry J. Smola, an American soldier.  They had two children and immigrated to America in 1959, where they had two more children.In...

Carol Ann Smith (nee West), age 80 of Mayfield Heights, OH, passed away peacefully on Monday February 6, 2023, after a brief illness.Born on May 22, 1942, Carol grew up in North East, PA, and attended North East Joint High School where she graduated in 1960.  From there, she went onto Saint Luke’s School of Nursing in Cleveland, Ohio, and...

Jennifer (Jenn) Nicole Self, 38, of Deerfield, passed away on February 6, 2023, from injuries due to a car accident.  She loved her children with her whole heart, and spending time with family and friends, and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.  Jenn loved being out in nature, and enjoyed hiking, camping, and fishing.Preceded in death by...

Dieter Paul Knauf, age 89 passed away peacefully February 5, 2023, in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.  He was born on July 31, 1933, in Plittersdorf, Germany, and immigrated to the United States at age 28.  Dieter married the late Eleonore (nee Roenn), and the two of them owned the former May-Som Dry Cleaners.They enjoyed traveling all over the world, especially to...

Kathleen Marie Norton, 77, of Canton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Aultman Hospital Compassionate Care Center. She was born April 17, 1945, and preceded in death by her parents Matthew and Margaret (Zerecheck) Kastelic, and sister Sue Bina.Kathy worked for years as a Registered Nurse with the American Red Cross and Community Hospice, until retiring in...