Obituaries

Marc F. Bartholomew

Marc F. Bartholomew

Aug 19, 2025

Marc F. Bartholomew (Coach Bart), a cherished educator, devoted coach, and beloved family man, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Huntsburg, OH, following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on February 28, 1950, in Painesville, OH, Marc dedicated 35 years of his life to Chardon Local Schools, retiring in 2007. His impact extended beyond the classroom as he coached...

Polly J. Cole

Polly J. Cole

Aug 17, 2025

Polly J. Cole (nee: Zepp), beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Montville, Ohio, at the age of 80. Born on December 27, 1944, in the quaint town of Chardon, Ohio, Polly's life was a tapestry of love, compassion, and resilience, woven through the decades with her indomitable spirit.

Polly was a devoted mother...

Michael Thomas Spice

Michael Thomas Spice

Aug 12, 2025

Michael Thomas Spice, a lifelong resident of Burton, Ohio, passed away on August 12, 2025, at the age of 77 after a long illness. Born on December 28, 1947, in Berea, Ohio, Michael lived a life filled with hard work, devotion to family, and a commitment to his community.

A proud graduate of Berkshire High School, Class of 1967, Michael went...

Jay B. Kirk

Jay B. Kirk

Aug 10, 2025

Jay B Kirk, a beloved father, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on August 10, 2025, in Madison, Ohio, at the age of 88. Born on September 6, 1936, in Virginia, Jay lived a life rich with love, laughter, and numerous adventures. He dedicated many years of his working life as a union laborer where he became known for his...

Robert Janda

Robert Janda

Aug 9, 2025

Robert “Bob” Janda, age 94, of Chardon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025. He spent his final days in hospice care overlooking his beloved Lake Erie—a fitting and tranquil conclusion for a lifelong fisherman. 

Born on March 2, 1931, Bob was a lifelong resident of Chardon and a devoted member of St. Mary Parish. He proudly served his country...

Christopher Arnold

Christopher Arnold

Aug 7, 2025

Christopher Arnold, known affectionately as "Red Beard," was born on May 10, 1979, in Florida, and it is with heavy hearts that we announce his untimely passing on August 7, 2025, in Middlefield, Ohio, due to a tragic workplace accident. Christopher's life was a testament to the beauty of love, laughter, and family.

As a longtime truck driver, Christopher devoted his...

Miguel Felipe Castano

Miguel Felipe Castano

Aug 3, 2025

Miguel Felipe Castano, age 66 of Madison, passed away Aug 3, 2025, at Broadfield Care Center in Madison. Born Jan. 8, 1959, in Cleveland to Lorenzo and Manuela (nee: Hernandez) Castano, he had lived in the Madison area for the last few decades. He is survived by two bothers. Private family services were held.

Elizabeth J. Alleman

Elizabeth J. Alleman

Jul 31, 2025

Elizabeth "Betsy" J. Alleman, age 94, of Mentor passed away July 31, 2025, at Danbury of Mentor. Born Nov. 12, 1930 in Phillipsburg, PA, to Paul W. and Mary Elizabeth (nee: Kulp) Lingle, she had been a lifelong area resident. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband George. Private family services were held.

Roger Daniel Grant

Roger Daniel Grant

Jul 23, 2025

Private family services were held.

J. Warren Blackmore

J. Warren Blackmore

Jul 22, 2025

Private services were held.

Renee Martin

Renee Martin

Jul 22, 2025

Private family services were held.

Frank Jude Vallo

Frank Jude Vallo

Jun 29, 2025

Frank Jude Vallo passed away on June 29, at age 84. He was born in Cleveland to Margaret (nee Bishut) and Frank Vallo. After graduation from Cathedral Latin High School he joined the Navy, proudly serving aboard the USS Observation Island during the first at-sea launch of the Polaris missile. He then attended Ohio State University until, gripped by wanderlust...

Mary Jane Stark

Mary Jane Stark

Jun 22, 2025

Mary Jane Stark, a beloved matriarch known for her kindness and welcoming spirit, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Chardon, Ohio. She was born on March 28, 1932, in Cleveland. Mary Jane lived a life rich with love, laughter, and family, devoting herself to the nurturing of her seven children whom she raised with unwavering strength and boundless...

Joan E. Spangler

Joan E. Spangler

Jun 13, 2025

Joan E. Spangler, age 84 of Chardon, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by her family, June 13, 2025 at Ohman Family Living at Holly. Born June 29, 1940, in Canton, OH to Thomas and Christine (nee: Lann) Snyder, she had been a longtime area resident. Joan was an active member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chardon. She also appreciated her...

Noma (Nee: Williams) Cleavenger Horner Spanzy

Noma (Nee: Williams) Cleavenger Horner Spanzy

Jun 13, 2025

Noma Williams Cleavenger Horner Spanzy passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and service that touched all who knew her. Noma was born on October 23, 1927, at her grandparents’ farm along Anthony’s Creek in Neola, West Virginia. It was there, amid the gentle hills and quiet streams, that she spent her childhood years. After the early...

Brigitte Rosemary Ann Silveira

Brigitte Rosemary Ann Silveira

May 29, 2025

Private family services were held.

Anita Ellen Depoy

Anita Ellen Depoy

May 29, 2025

Private services were held.

Ramona Donaldson

Ramona Donaldson

May 16, 2025

Private Services were held.

Carol M. Stibich

Carol M. Stibich

May 9, 2025

Carol M. Stibich, age 94 of Chardon, passed away May 9, 2025, at Maplewood at Chardon. Born May 6, 1931, in Cleveland, OH to Earl and Cornelia (nee: Burns) Sage, she had been a longtime Chardon resident. Carol was a Beauty Salon Owner and later a Production Inspector at Baily Controls. She and her husband were founding members of Shoregate...

Thadius W. Greer Jr

Thadius W. Greer Jr

May 6, 2025

Thadius W. Greer, Jr. age 73, of Madison passed away following an illness on May 6, 2025, at Tripoint Medical Center in Concord. Born August 25, 1951, in St. John, AZ to Thadius W. and Nelma (nee: Larsen) Greer, he had been a resident of NE Ohio for the last 30 years. Thad worked as a Consulting Engineer in Nuclear...