Obituaries

Richard C. Vokurka age 79 of Auburn Township, passed from this life due to complications from congestive heart failure on October 31st, 2021. Richard was born on September 17th, 1942, in Czechoslovakia to the late Vaclav and Marie Vokurka (Nee Endischova). His family immigrated to the United States after World War II and settled in Cleveland, Ohio. He was preceded...

Ruth E. Double 93, of Louisville, Ohio was called home by the Lord, October 26th, 2021.  She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Clarence and Sarah (Harding) Double. She was a Member of the Center Church of the Brethren.In addition to her parents, Ruth is preceded in death by sister, Mary and brother, Russell.Ruth is survived by her...

Linda Joan Miller, age 69 of Cleveland passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021 at Pleasantview Care Center in Parma, Ohio.She was the beloved daughter of the late Anna (nee Bednarski) and Albert Borzy; dearest sister of Maryann (John) and Allen (Jenny) Borzy; loving mother of Lisa (Pete) Draganic, Michael and Beth Miller; grandmother of Eddie (Kara), Brittany (Michael Kral), Petey,...

Mark Paul Glassman, 72, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on November 1, 2021, due to cardiac arrest.Mark is survived by his two daughters, Nicole Ann Glassman and Samantha Weingart Anderson, and granddaughter, Matisse Ava Carr Anderson.Mark graduated from The Ohio State University and went on to become a lawyer who dedicated his practice to speaking up for those without a...

Nancy A. Bethel, 78, of Canton, passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021.  She was born August 18,1943 to the late Robert and Dorothy (Whitmer) Newton. Nancy enjoyed bowling, playing euchre, spending time with friends, and most importantly loving her family.She is survived by her husband, Jerry, who continued to be at her side for 60 years of marriage. She is...

Dr. Richard Vincent Skibbens, a WWII Navy veteran, former Chief of Medical Staff and former Chief of Radiology at Mercy Medical Center, Canton, Ohio, died peacefully at his home in North Canton, on October 17, 2021 at the age of 97. His eldest son, David Skibbens, was at his side.Dick was born on July 17, 1924 in Chicago to Vincent...

Robert W. Mueller, age 51 of Cleveland, Ohio passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021.Born March 12, 1970 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin he was a resident of Lakewood, Ohio and Cleveland, Ohio most of his life.A graduate of Lakewood High School, he worked as a Tool & Die Maker for many years. Robert had a passion for building and repairing computers, enjoyed...

Randal (Randy) Scott Kinsey 61, of New Philadelphia, OH passed away at Cleveland Clinic Main campus following a lengthy illness. He fought his battle to the end! Born in Dennison, OH on August 31,1960 he was the son of Donald Kinsey & the late Dawna Heston. Randal graduated in 1979 from Indian Valley North, he worked as a welder. Randy...

WILLIAM E. CLARK, 88, of Euclid, Ohio passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021.He is survived by his daughter, Deborah L. Clark; grandchildren: Devin M. Vaccaro (Brea) and Denae L. Vaccaro; great grandchildren: Falynn Vaccaro and Nolan Vaccaro; his sister Irene (Ed) Hotko along with a family of close friends who will feel his loss terribly.Preceded in death by his parents...

Robert L Frenz passed away October 11th at the age of 84 following a sudden illness.Born in Canton Ohio to the late Frank and Marjorie Frenz. A graduate of Timken High School, he served as U.S. Army Reservist and was a retired Firefighter with the Canton City Fire Department. Member of the corvette club , VFW and Eagles.Preceded in death...

Richard J. Novak, born February 1, 1956, died peacefully on October 17, 2021, aged 65.Rich was a beloved husband of Cheri Polk; son of the late Valentine and Emma Novak; cherished brother of Beverly Gombarcik, Barbara (John) Dujan and the late Donald; loving Godfather and Uncle to Laura (Bobby) Symanski; uncle, great, and great-great-uncle to many nieces and nephews; and...

Marilyn Swank, age 97 of Navarre, went to be with her Heavenly Father October 20, 2021. She was born March 31, 1924, in Massillon, Ohio to the late Walter and Fern (Widder) Baltzer. Marilyn was an active member of Holy Family Parish at St. Clements in Navarre. She was a member of Woman’s alter society. She worked bingo every Friday...

Helena was called home to heaven on October 19, 2021 at the age of 59.She was the beloved daughter of the late Rose Bragg (nee Woodall) and Jerald Bragg; loving mother of Angela Ursem and Tiffany Ursem; dearest sister of Richard (Bev) Bragg, Golza (Frank) Bragg, and Millie Bragg; devoted grandmother of Alexzander, Mariah, Elijah, and Mason; loving aunt of...

Paul W. Davis, 73, passed away on 10/15/2021 due to cancer.  Paul was born 10/9/1948, graduated from McKinley High School and retired from Republic Steel.He is survived by his wife, Vicki, whom he was married to for 24 years; stepchildren Chad (Michelle) and Staci (Dale); step grandchildren Tylor, Kaylee, Evan, Dylan and Drew; great grandchildren Riley, Bella and Aubre; beloved...

John J Pavelko II, age 59, passed away suddenly at Altercare in Navarre Ohio. He was recovering from a sudden onset of issues with his health problems.John is from Canton Ohio and was the son of the late John J Sr. and Doris Pavelko; brother of Mark Pavelko and Ann Ronske.In lieu of flowers we ask donations to be sent...

Otto Jung, 60, of Parma Heights, Ohio passed away October 15, 2021.Preceded in death by his parents Erno Jung and Terezia Jung-Rabensteiner (nee Pinezits).Loving husband for 28 years to Joan (nee Sholtis) and beloved father to Alexander. Brother ofCatherine (Peter) Smyth. Brother-in-law to Barbara (George) Cimbalos, William Jr. (Caren) Sholtis, andScott (Erin) Sholtis. Beloved son-in-law to Janice and the late...

Marylou Priest, 85 of Ravenna entered into her heavenly home on October 10, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Akron on June 8, 1936 to Brooks and Marian (nee Greenshield) Foster.  Preceded in death by parents; her husband Edward F. Priest; children, Beth Anne and Robert E. Priest; siblings Nancy Giannini and Linda Taylor. Left to celebrate...

Donna Lee O’Brien, 81 of Brunswick entered into her heavenly home on Friday October 15, 2021.She was born in Cambridge, Ohio December 7, 1939 to Edna and Roy Hill. Preceded in death by her husband Robert D. O’Brien; parents Edna and Roy Hill and Leota and Frank Hill; siblings Donald Hill and Martha Jean Kidder. Left to celebrate Donna’s life...

Ralph Lawrence Peterson, 81 of South Euclid, Ohio passed away October 12, 2021.He was born March 7, 1941, in Memphis, Tennessee.Ralph was retired from LTV Steel in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was the founder and chief of The Golden Spoon catering company and the founder of Landscape Design company.He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Evans) Peterson; children, Pamela Peterson Goosby,...

Kenneth Jude Kowalski, 58, of Cleveland, passed away September 21, 2021.Ken was born October 26, 1962, to the late Raymond and the late Helen Kowalski. He grew up in Brecksville, Ohio, with his siblings, Kristine (Kowalski) Ziemnik, Ronald, Lauren and Mark Kowalski.He is survived by his former wife, Kathleen, and their children, Jeremiah (Ellie), David (Munkhmanlai), Amanda (Mike) and Kenneth...