Roberto (Bobby) Cruzado passed away on January 22, 2021 at the age of 73 after an extended illness. www.friendshipapl.org ; Good Knights of Lorain County at Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Gracelynn Hope Kilani unexpectantly passed away in peace, surrounded by family on January 11, 2022 at UH Main Campus in Cleveland, Ohio. She was born December 23, 1963, in Lorain, OH, the daughter of Orval and Phyllis (Skeen) Parker, Sr. Amanda was a strong independent woman and had a strong faith in God. David Ronald ONeal, 57, of Lorain, passed away on November 9, 2021 following a long illness. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 19, 2022 from l1:00 am - 1:00 pm at Baptist Church Sheffield Lake, 633 Harris Rd, Sheffield Lake, with funeral services at 1:00 pm. Above all these things however, he loved his family the most and will be greatly missed by all of them. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Wayne and deidre have been in the funeral business for 15 years. She was friends with everyone and will be greatly missed. on Saturday, October 2 from 3pm until a memorial service at 4pm. Teresa McKinney (nee Givens) passed into peace Sunday, August 14th, 2022 surrounded by the love of her family. https://boxcast.tv/view/shropshire-family-service-t47l5r3mp75krqoeemua. He was often heard saying that Its better to light a candle than curse the darkness, and this is how he chose to live his life. He retired from the Ford Motor Company where he worked for 48 years. Visitation from 11:00 am until home going celebration at 1:00 pm at Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel, 2900 N. Ridge Road, Elyria, OH. Peiyun has two children: Anieda and Wilson (Grace). William winfield "bill" price was born in lagrange, georgia, on april 4,. Raymond White, 66 of Elyria, passed away at home on January 22, 2022. She retired from Jack Matia Chevrolet. Harriet Herrle, 82 of Sheffield Village, ran into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. on Wednesday, February 2 from 10am until the funeral service begins at 1pm. Mary also had 40 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren. She was a doting mother who enjoyed cooking, singing, doing hair, and listening to music. She was preceded in death by her daughter Connie Bak. Juanita leaves behind her loving husband, Howard Duff; children, Shawna Webb and Thomas (Jodi) Dumond Jr; grandson, Jackson Dumond; siblings, Wanda (Joe) Campolo, Roy (Betsy) Weaver, and Dale Weaver. He was preceded in death by his brother Joe Francisco and his grandparents. Preceded in death by her mother, Jean L. Swiger (nee Kacinski), father Phillip D. Swiger, and brother Sherman Swiger. Hilda had a laugh that no one will ever forget. She retired after a long career at Invacare. Joan formerly made her home in Parma and Oberlin, Ohio and for the past 3.5 years she resided with Paul and Elaine Glover and nephew, Eric Glover. Visitation will be 4:00-8:00 pm on Monday, February 27th at the Toledo Road Church of Christ, located at 5075 Toledo Road, Lorain, OH 44055. She was a loving aunt, great aunt, cousin and a wonderful friend. Visitation will be held from 12:00 - 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Breanna was educated in the Troup County School System. Philip K. Gilbert, 80 of Elyria, passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. There will be a private family service at a later date. After Larrys passing in 1995 Mary finally slowed down, spending winters in Florida with her sisters Phyllis Murray And Marge Elek. She showed her children the meaning of hard work every day, and when they were grown she continued this example by working in manufacturing until her retirement. He will be severely missed by all. on Thursday from 5-8pm. Kay is survived by her daughters, Tiffany Hartman (Jeff), Brittany Moran (Tim, Jr.), and Bethany Cherney (Michael Bailey); grandchildren, Kendall Snyder, Chase Bailey, Morgan Henes, and Jacob Bailey; her brother, Richard Fisher (Karen); and nieces, Sherry Moran and Renee Kees. Henry Edward Maritz, age 81, of Roanoke, formerly of Newnan, GA, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at his home. Marian M. Morgan (Seelinger) 89 of Elyria, Ohio passed away peacefully on Nov. 29,2022 surrounded by family. She was also preceded in death by her 9 older siblings.Lavonne will be buried August 25, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Resthaven Memory Gardens, 3700 Center Rd, Avon. He and his wife Bonnie were long-time members of the Lakeview Baptist Church in Vermilion. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Arrangements by Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel. Upon their marriage, George Lewis Berry, III was born March 25, 1951, to George Goose Lewis Berry, Jr. and Evelyn Boston Berry at Emory Hospital. Her laugh and her kind heart will always be remembered. Marian is survived by grandchildren, Nikki (Tom) Lustek of Kentucky, Tina (Paul) Leininger of Elyria, and Dave (Erin) Morgan of Elyria; sister, Nancy of Florida; and niece, Phylis (Don) Harris of Elyria. In lieu of flowers, donations to the funeral home would be appreciated. A private family service and burial will be held. Carole Jean Smith Rufo, lifelong resident of Elyria, passed away peacefully at the age of 79. Bob was the son of the late Oscar and Irene (Sapp) Nelson, formerly of Portsmouth, Ohio, where he was born and raised. Eva retired from Anchor Lodge Nursing Home of Lorain Ohio, where she worked for many years. Dianne Rae Ally (nee Carroll), age 77, passed into peace April 30, 2022 in the arms of her loving family. Margaret is survived by her three loving daughters, Chrystal (Sam) Ferguson, Belinda Crook and Michele (Dupree) Crooks; her grandchildren, Jonathan (Kathryn) Ferguson, Craig (Alexandra) Ferguson, Miranda (Christine) Kingsley, Skyler Kingsley, Jason Kingsley, Jaidan Span, Tommy Garner, Brandon Garner, and Karissa Garner; 19 beloved great grandchildren; sister, Jane (Richard) Bushyeager; many, many friends and other family; and her church family at First Baptist Church Sheffield Lake, who will all miss her dearly. She enjoyed all music and loved Earth, Wind and Fire. Burial will follow at Ridge Hill Memorial Park, 44805 N Ridge Rd, Amherst. Emogene Copley, 94, of Elyria, passed away Tuesday February 21, at Life Care Center of Elyria, surrounded by her family. He will be greatly missed by his furbaby, Sophie.Everett is preceded in death by his loving parents, Everett Morris Sr and Doralene Morris (nee Rodeheaver); his sister, Sharon Toothman; son, Tommy Morris; and grandson, Corey Morris (Megan).Per his wishes, he will be cremated and his ashes will be buried in Morgantown, WV with his family. He also loved fishing and working on cars. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Lydia Rodriguez, aka Lydia Collazo, 91 of Lorain, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021. She was a graduate of Brookside High School, class of 1976, and a 40+ year employee of Parker Hannifin, where she had many friends. Ruth enjoyed crafts of all kinds and loved to crochet. In 1962 he moved to Scranton, PA, and then settled in Bay Village in 1965, where he raised his family. Brentwood Funeral Home. In her younger days, she would cook for family and friends that she hosted at her home every weekend. Joel had a personality that was infectious and naturally attracted people to him. Their children include Susan Meier, Terry Saunders (Maureen), Debbie Saunders (John), Brenda Saunders (Joey), and Jimmy Saunders (Veronica). The family will provide masks for discretionary use. Louis Lou James Gehm, 30, of Elyria, OH passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 5, 2021 from COVID. He was a landscaper for 40 years with Personal and Avon Landscaping. As a registered nurse, Ramona was known for her career in nursing, home health care and diabetic education. She is survived by her loving children, sons, Andrew Vargovich, Thomas Vargovich (Cindy Gatlin), and Charles Lawson (Victoria Lawson); daughter, Lisa Sleasman (nee Vargovich) (Kevin Sleasman); grandchildren, Brandi Ritenour, James Ritenour, Thomas Vargovich, Jr., Andrew Vargovich, Jr., Kasey Vargovich, and Riley Vargovich; and great-grandchildren, Karrah Sanner, Kristin Sanner, Faith Ritenour, James Ritenour, and JaKari Vargovich. She graduated from Sherman High School. So don't hesitate to ask them to craft a suitable. If we learn anything from her legacy, it is this: Life is a journey of change, love and growth. He enjoyed bowling in leagues in his younger years, and watching sports with his nephews. Tressie is survived by her loving and beloved son, Keith (Chris) Miller; her brother, Ronald (Karen) Lindner; grandchildren, Angie (David) Mehallick, Valerie Bakos and Thomas "T.J." Bakos; and many beloved great grandchildren. He went on to earn his Bachelors Degree from Bowling Green State University. Obits Mr. Harold Charles Thomas. Joseph was born August 15, 1949 to the late Joseph and Julia (nee Slovak) Ignatius in Cleveland, Ohio. www.wyers-bollinger.com. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cesareo and Luz Maria Rodriguez; and siblings, Angel Rodriguez and Carmen Rico. Her greatest love was being a stay at home mom and grandma. The family will receive friends at the Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel, 2900 N. Ridge Rd., Sheffield Twp. Born May 2, 1977, in Newnan, she was a daughter of Doug Lynch and the late Betty Jo Bryom Lynch. Patti was a homemaker who loved her family deeply. Theresa was a great lover of animals, of her country, and a caregiver(until age 73! The family will hold a private celebration of Seths life at a later date. She worked 25 years at Faroh's Candy Company, and was a homemaker and mother of 3 wonderful daughters. He was very proud of the fact that he was able to work for 30 years before retiring from his last job at the Tool and Die Co. in Strongsville. In her free time, Peiyun enjoyed singing Cantonese Opera loudly, proudly, and beautifully, practicing Tai Chi, and playing Mahjong. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Reid Ritenour Sr and sister, Dorothy Jean Majchszak. Services will be at Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel, 2900 N. Ridge Road, Sheffield Township, Ohio 44035, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. The family will receive visitors Wednesday, September 7, 2022 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, with funeral services at 1:00 pm, at Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel, 2900 North Ridge Rd, Elyria. He was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma ONeal (nee McAtee); father, Gilbert David ONeal; and brother, Fredrick M. ONeal. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Esther Grattan. Michael will be greatly missed. She passed peacefully on September 12, 2022 after a long fight with cancer. According to Scotts wishes, there will be no services. She was a graduate of Southview High School. He was friendly in every way and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Michael served in the Army during the Korean War and received the United Nations Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal W/1 Bronze Service Star. Visitation will be held Friday, February 18th, 2022 from 11am-1pm, at New Haven Baptist Church, 5290 French Creek Road, Sheffield Village, OH, with funeral services immediately following. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years Carol Pearl (nee Brenner); brothers Jimmy King and Walter King of Elyria, and Bob Pearl of Westlake; sisters Linda Mitchell and Raymonda King of Elyria, and Geraldine Pearl of Westlake; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Judy is survived by her loving husband, Virgil; her beloved daughters, Jennifer Gump and Kristina Franscisco (Donald); her siblings, Patricia, David, Shannon, Sue, and Terry; her cherished grandchildren, Jesse Francisco, Matthew Gump-Massey (Tayler), Megan Murray (Jay), Taylor Gump, and Austin; her great grandson, Michael; and many other friends and family. He was born on July 20, 1935 in Brooklyn, NY to Ernst and Signe Larson, who had immigrated to America. Many thanks to all the aides and nurses and staff form Cleveland Clinic for all their support and care, and thank you to Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Home for taking care of the funeral arrangements. Brian is survived by his wife of 14 years, Tina Bajas; mother and father, Gail and Stephen Bajas; sister Renee Dye (Mike); brothers, Sean Bajas (Brant), Bill Stewart, Chip Stewart (Jodi); sister, Stephanie Stewart; as well as sisters-in-law, Judy Riley (Bob) and Jeannette Kubisen (Bart); nieces and nephews, Juli, Kelly, and Holly Riley, Kylee Dupakoski (Megan); and many extended family and friends. (2900 N Ridge Rd. David Alan Janke, 49, passed away Saturday, August 21, after a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangement under the care ofHiggins Funeral Homes - LaGrange Chapel. Michael J. Kisha, age 74 of Amherst, passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021. The Steelers lost one of their biggest fans that day. Visitation with the family will be from 12 PM until 1:15 PM . James Doc Gurchik escaped the physical and traumatic travails of his earthly existence, Thursday May 5. , 2022 in the presence of his siblings, Linda, Richard, Gerald and wife Nancy, and with the blessing of Father Charley and the rights of the church. She was a gifted homemaker known for her cooking and baking, which she enjoyed sharing with others. Gary Dalton, age 64, passed away on July 27, 2022 after a year illness with cancer. Denise was born March 28, 1958, in Lorain, Ohio, to Albert and Juanita (nee Miller) Hutchinson. Born October 24, 1945 to Orville and Molly Frances Pugh Sawyers of Backus Mountain, West Virginia, Gordon moved to Ohio in 1964 to join family and worked at Ridgid Tool Company as a job setter until his retirement in 2002. The family will have funeral services on Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter Allen Myhand beginning at 2:00 PM. She opened her home to foster children for 32 years. Pamela Marie Mendosa, 62 of Lorain, was received into Heaven on Monday, April 12 at Mercy Hospital. https://crhcf.org/donate/. She graduated from Sherman High School. Arrangements by Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel. Ramona was born in Dallas, Texas on June 27. , 1955 to James C. Kuhn, and raised by Richard White and Betty White. where the family will receive friends from 4pm until the service begins at 5:30pm. He loved traveling, most especially, San Francisco, CA. She worked between The Roman Room, Mr. B's Dockside Cafe, The Castle on the Lake, and retired from Oberlin Inn. Dale is survived by his wife of 61 years, Cordilla; his three children Victoria, Dale Jr. and Kimberly; grandchildren Kristina, Ashley, Michele, and Ryan; great-grandchildren Eva and Lucas; as well as a brother John Jr and sister Rosemary. Kim was a free spirit, George Lewis Berry, III was born March 25, 1951, to George Goose Lewis Berry, Jr. and Evelyn Boston Berry at Emory Hospital. Following the funeral service, burial will take place at Ridge Hill Memorial Park. Jess is a lifetime member of The First Congregational Church in Lorain, involved in many of its organizations and served as Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. Family will receive friends Monday, July 19, 2021, from 5-7 PM with a funeral service at 7 PM at Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel, 2900 N. Ridge Rd., Elyria, OH 44035. Richard Dick Kinas, 85 of Elyria, went to be with his Lord on Friday, May 28, 2021. 752 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Steve Szczubelek, Manager (908)756-0017 Services will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at House of Praise, 4321 Elyria Ave Lorain, Ohio from 10:00am -12:30pm. Gary was born October 25, 1957 in Wuerzburg, Germany. Aiko Provoznik, 85, of Elyria, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021. A funeral service will begin at 8pm. She is preceded in death by her loving parents, Joseph Yusko and Eleanor Willson (nee Lowe); her cherished daughter, Jeanette Scott, of Sheffield Village; her sister, Joanne Holliday; and her brothers, James Yusko, of Texas, and David Yusko, of Florida. He also enjoyed playing his video games. In addition to his parents, Scott is survived by his loving wife, Maria, of 10 years; children, Ana Kiko and Lyoto; sister, Stacy Dawson; niece, Marissa Thomas; nephews, Stephen and Alec Dawson; extended family and many friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Mary Mendak (nee Nakomaski); sisters, Helen Cisar (nee Mendak) and Stella Simo (nee Mendak); brothers; John Mendak, Steven Mendak, and Charles Mendak. Michael Mendak, 93, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Main Street Care Center in Avon, Ohio. Burial to follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens in Avon. Go to form. Jeffery Neal Reed III died unexpectedly on May 10, 2022 at Mercy Hospital, Lorain.Jeffery was born April 27th 2000 to parents, LaKeisha Brown and Jeffery Reed II. He was preceded in death by his son, Charles Price; brothers, Ora White, Jr. and Robert White; and parents, Ora and Lois White. He was a dog lover and liked music, games, and good times.