Obituaries
John M. Whitten
Jan 23, 2025
John M. Whitten, age 79, of Painesville, passed away Jan. 23, 2025, at Hospice House in Medina. Born Dec. 30. 1945, in Peytona, WV to Leslie F. and Margaret “Maggie” Burnside, he had been a longtime area resident. Survivors include his children Lori Ann Daniels of Columbus and Robert of Concord; grandchildren Ryan, John and Brittany Daniels; siblings Leslie (Sue)...
Kathryn E. Knauf
Jan 17, 2025
Kathryn Eileen Knauf (neé Frew) born May 5th, 1943, to Merle and Mary (Jones) Frew, passed away peacefully January 17th, 2025 at Hillcrest Hospital. She fought courageously in a battle with illness that progressed rapidly. She was surrounded by love and care from family and friends in her final days. Kathryn had a beautiful childhood on Paw Paw Lake in...
Ronald Dana Liggett
Jan 15, 2025
Ronald D. Liggett, age 78, of Painesville, passed away January 15, 2025 at Burton Healthcare. Born March 28, 1946, to Carmel and Lucy (nee: Perry) Liggett, he had been a lifelong area resident. He is survived by his children Lisa Liggett and Christ Liggett, both of Painesville; grandchildren John, Tyler & Cole Liggett, Zachary, Dustin, Cody & Logan Anderson; great-grandchildren...
Barbara Kleve
Dec 31, 2024
Barbara Kleve, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 31, 2024, at the age of 79. Her vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Always up for an adventure, Barb embraced life with laughter and joy, finding beauty in music, dancing with her husband, and being outdoors. She especially treasured...
Christina R Bedenk
Dec 30, 2024
Christina R. (nee: Incorvaia) Bedenk, age 97 of Painesville, passed away Dec. 30, 2024, at Concord Ridge Nursing Home. Born Sept. 14, 1927, in Cleveland to Gaetano and Maria (nee: Costentino) Incorvaia, she had been a longtime area resident. Survivors include her children Linda Bedenk of Painesville and Frank T. Bedenk of Painesville; grandchildren Michael Bedenk of Georgia, Shelly (Pete)...
Candace A. Cone
Dec 25, 2024
Candace Alona Cone, 55, of Charlottesville, VA, previously of Chardon OH, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. Candace was born in Painesville, OH, the only child of Clifford and Alona Cone. After graduating from Brigham Young University with a B.A. in French, she earned an M.A. in French at the University of Virginia, where she distinguished herself as a...
Jerome Davis
Dec 21, 2024
Jerome L. Davis, age 57, of Madison, passed away Dec. 21, 2024, at his home. Born Oct. 8, 1967, in Carbondale, IL to Alton and Sandra (nee: Brown) Davis, he had been a longtime area resident. Jerome worked for Shelter Industries, enjoyed art and spending time with his roommates. Survivors include his mother Sandra of Long Island New York; siblings...
Gladys M. Major
Dec 20, 2024
Gladys M. Major (nee: Ryan), age 96, born January 6, 1928, passed away peacefully on Friday December 20,2024. Gladys was born to Ned and Loretta Ryan. She was the youngest of seven children: brothers Richard, Kenneth and Robert, sisters Jessie, Nellie and Betty all deceased. Gladys married Joseph Major on July 6, 1946, at the Hungarian Reformed Church in Fairport...
Leonard Michael Potemra
Dec 6, 2024
Leonard Michael Potemra, 89, of Madison, OH., formerly of McKeesport passed away Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born in McKeesport on July 31, 1935 to the late Michael and Elizabeth (Toth) Potemra. Len worked as a salesperson at Sears Roebuck for 8 years and as a Manager at Kadar’s (men’s and boy’s clothing store) for 41 years. He was...
Sharon L. Regal
Nov 29, 2024
Sharon L. Regal, age 65, of Mentor passed away Nov. 29, 2024, in Middleburg Heights. Born Dec. 17, 1958, in Painesville to William and Virginia (nee: Miller) Rowan, she had been a lifelong area resident. She worked as a supervisor and lead inspector at Swagelok. Survivors include her daughter Jennifer (Joseph) Ries of Brunswick; grandson Connor Beckett Ries, siblings Robert...
Mary Lou Higgins
Nov 29, 2024
Mary Lou Higgins {Davis} age 78 of Madison passed away following a long illness Nov. 29 at her home, surrounded by family. She was resolved to survive until Thanksgiving with her family present, and she made it. Born Aug. 31, 1946 In Painesville to James and Mary Jane {Booth) Davis, she was a lifelong resident of Madison. Mary Lou married...
Gerald J Krauter
Nov 22, 2024
Gerald J. Krauter, age 87, of Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the Hospice Care Center in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 22, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work and generosity, “peppered” with humor! Jerry was born to Pauline and Joseph Krauter on June 25, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew...
Douglas A. Havighurst
Nov 20, 2024
Douglas A. Havighurst, age 84 of Chardon, passed away peacefully Nov. 20, 2024, at the Mapleview Country Villa of Chardon following a short illness caused by cancer. Doug was born Jan. 2, 1940, in Cleveland to James W. and Helen (nee: Beetham) Havighurst. He was a longtime area resident. Doug was a graduate of Shaker Heights High Class of 1957,...
John W. Durochik
Nov 15, 2024
John William Durochik John W. Durochik, 94, of Fairport Harbor, passed away peacefully at his home on November 15, 2024 with family by his side. John was born on August 23, 1930 in Uniontown, PA, the son of the late Anna(Giratos) and Michael Durochik of Uniontown PA. Throughout John’s life he worked in various positions including, but not limited to,...
Mark A. Toubman
Nov 13, 2024
Mark Alan Toubman, age 44, of Painesville, passed away Nov. 13 at Tri Point Hospital. Born July 7, 1980, in Euclid, OH to Jay L. Toubman and Theresa Tanno, he had been a lifelong area resident. He was a cook at various restaurants including most recently Outback Steakhouse in Macedonia. He loved Ohio State Football and all Cleveland sports teams....
Joyce Juhasz
Nov 7, 2024
Joyce (nee: Plush) Juhasz, age 85 of Chardon, passed away Nov. 7, 2024, at Holly Hill in Newbury. Born Sept. 25, 1939, in Cleveland to Joseph J. & Jean (nee: Strozewski (Strauss) Ploszynski (Plush), she had been a longtime area resident. Survivors include her brother Mark Plush (partner Venera Foti) of Lakewood, sister-in-law Virginia Plush, and nephews Christopher Plush (Katie)...
Biagio L. Iacofano Jr
Nov 4, 2024
Biagio “Blaise” L. Iacofano, Jr. age 82, of Painesville, passed away Nov 4, 2024, following an illness. Born Sept. 10, 1942, in Cleveland to Biagio L. and Rose (nee: Pezzente) Iacofano, Sr., he had been a longtime resident of Willoughby prior to moving to Painesville 20 years ago. He was a proud 1961 graduate of Mayfield High School, where he...
Dorothy J. Bowman
Nov 2, 2024
Dorothy J. Bowman, age 85, of Painesville, passed away Nov. 2, 2024, at Embassy of Painesville. Born April 28, 1939, in Saint Charles, Va. She was proceeded in death by her husband Jerry Lee Bowman, one son Jerry Wayne Bowman, one daughter Doris June Pesho. Dorothy worked at Sass Rubber in Painesville for many years, worked as a cook at...
Stephen A. Wick
Nov 2, 2024
Stephen A. Wick, age 82, of Chardon, passed away on Nov. 2, 2024, at his home following an illness. Born Sept. 7, 1942, in Cleveland to Robert S. and Stella (nee: Rusnak) Wick. He was a lifelong resident of Chardon. A naturalist at heart, he spent many years working at the Holden Arboretum and the Geauga Park District where he...
Barbara Yeagley
Oct 23, 2024
Barbara Yeagley, age 77, of Mentor, passed away Oct. 23, 2024, at her home. Born Aug. 23, 1947, in Girard, OH to Charles and Mary (nee: Marks) Brittain, she had been a longtime area resident. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Willoughby. Survivors include her granddaughter Yadi (Patrick) Unrein; great—grandchildren Anya, Isabella, August and Nicolaus; close friends...
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