Obituaries
Join Us in Honoring the Lives of Those Who Have
Passed, Celebrating the Impact They Had on Us All
George C. Hanna
Nov 18, 2025
GEORGE C. HANNA age 91,of Chagrin Falls, passed away on . beloved husband of Nancy Ruth (nee Warren); loving father of Lauren Hanna, MD (husband Michael DiPree), Kurt W. Hanna, Steven F. Miedema (wife Delma), James W. Miedema (wife Sharon) and the late Judith Ann Miedema (husband Richard Storm(deceased) and Scott C. Hanna (wife Cheryl); devoted grandfather of 12 and...
Robert B. Gunn
Dec 1, 2025
ROBERT B. GUNN age 85, beloved husband for 15 years of Christine (nee Antenucci); loving father of Susan and David and step-father of twins Christopher and Jonathan Antenucci; devoted grandfather of Brittany; cherished son of the late Dana and Mary (nee Graham); dearest brother of Dana Schultz and the late Nancy Simon.
Bob was born in Cleveland, OH on July 31,...
Douglas Joseph Sheliga
Dec 1, 2025
With deep love and gratitude, the family of Douglas Joseph Sheliga share his passing and celebrate the extraordinary life of a man whose curiosity, joyfulness, and steady dedication shaped every chapter of his journey.
Born in Cleveland to Joseph E. and Emilia Sheliga (nee Paules), Doug grew up alongside his sister Penny and brother Joe, forming bonds and memories that stayed...
Joann C. Simiele
Dec 1, 2025
JOANN C. SIMIELE (nee Ciarlillo), aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late Tony, loving mother of Anthony (deceased), Robert (deceased) (Danielle), Dina Simiele and Michelle DeSciscio, dearest grandmother of Olivia, Gabriella, Hanna, Alexandra and Angelo, devoted daughter of the late Frank and Mary (nee Fiorta) Ciarlillo, treasured sister of Patricia Morgano (Salvatore – deceased), Frank Ciarlillo and Domenic Ciarlillo...
Doris Jackson
Nov 30, 2025
DORIS ANN JACKSON (nee Blevins) age 74, beloved wife of John A. Jackson; loving mother of Daniel Grant Zundel (wife Jody), Angela Lynn Mangelo, Gabriel Zundel (wife Dawn), and the late Patricia Ann Stewart (husband John David); cherished daughter of the late Albert and Maxine (nee Clarke) Blevins; dearest sister of Albert Blevins (wife Lisa) and the late Mary Lou...
Mayor David H. Roche
Nov 28, 2025
MAYOR DAVID H. ROCHE (former Mayor, President of Council and Councilman of Richmond Hts.), age 77. Resident of Richmond Hts. since 1978. Beloved husband for 50 years of Aire (nee Cavacos); cherished son of the late Harry and Evelyn (nee Hartley) Roche; son-in-law of the late Michael and Caroline (nee Makris) Cavacos. Dearest brother of Susan Crowell (husband Keith Crowell),...
Mary Lambert
Nov 28, 2025
MARY LAMBERT (nee Linkas) aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Alexander; loving mother of Christina Sweeney (husband Frank) and Lee Lambert; cherished daughter of the late James and Chrisoula (nee Tsironis) Linkas; dearest sister of Nicky Chaldekas (deceased) and Pat (wife Mary, deceased); godmother of Mary Condorodis; dear aunt and great-aunt of many and she loved her 5...
Thespina Holliger
Nov 27, 2025
THESPINA HOLLIGER (nee Antjas) age 89, beloved wife for almost 62 years of the late Edward Henry Holliger III; loving mother of Maria Tomlinson (husband Tracy), Edward "Hank" Henry Holliger IV (wife Magdi), and Sophia Nail (husband Charles Edwin III "Chip"); devoted grandmother of Lauren Elizabeth, Edward "Quinn" Henry V, Lukas John, and the late Anna Sophia Holliger, and Elena...
John W. Florentine, Sr.
Nov 27, 2025
JOHN W. FLORENTINE, Sr., age 86, beloved husband for 57 years of the late Gisela; loving father of John Jr. (wife Kelly) and Jeffrey; devoted grandfather of Beckett; cherished son of the late John W. Florentine and Anna (nee Hollett); loving brother of Kathleen Weikart (husband William deceased); proud uncle of William and Bethany Weikart. US Navy Veteran.
John was born...
Dr. Steven Tsengas
Nov 26, 2025
Dr. STEVEN TSENGAS, age 88, of Mentor, Ohio, passed away on November 26, 2025. Born on May 26, 1937, in Athens, Greece, Steven immigrated to Buffalo, NY when he was 9 years old. He lived a life defined by vision, perseverance, and devotion to family and community.
Beloved husband for 65 years of Evangelina “Linda” (nee Maglara); dear father of Nicholas...
Carolynn E. Holzheimer Linc
Nov 25, 2025
CAROLYNN E. HOLZHEIMER LINC (nee Almas) age 90, beloved wife of the late Alan Linc and former wife of the late Herbert Holzheimer, Jr.; loving mother of Herbert Holzheimer, III, Cynthia Matejcik (husband Bruce), and Scott Holzheimer (wife Benita); devoted grandmother of Jennifer Zuber (deceased), Jason Zuber, Andrew Matejcik, Katie Rentfro (husband Wade), Zack Holzheimer, Amber Tice (husband Chase); and...
Linda Anne Leonard
Nov 21, 2025
Linda A. Leonard (née Hrusch), 63, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, leaving behind a life full of creativity, faith, and unforgettable stories -- all of them entirely Linda.
Born March 15, 1962, in Cleveland, Linda graduated from West Geauga High School and later earned her degree in Marketing and Graphic Design from Cleveland State University. She headed...
Phyllis Marie Sablack
Nov 21, 2025
PHYLLIS MARIE SABLACK (nee Smith), passed away at age 90 on November 21, 2025. Known for her beauty and glamorous style, quick mind, incredible work ethic, kindness, confidence, and love of her family, Phyllis also enjoyed the theatre, the beach, spending time with her grandchildren, laughing, and having fun. She was the loving mother of Melissa Sablack and Michael Sablack...
Donald Conover
Nov 21, 2025
DONALD W. CONOVER age 79; loving father of Janet Blyer (husband Michael) and Matthew (wife Dawn); grandfather to Ryan (fiancé Jaelyn Smith) and Zachary (wife Liberty); cherished son of the late David and Thelma (nee Mack); former husband of Susan Conover (nee Wilford); U.S. Army Veteran.
Don was born on October 7, 1946 to David and Thelma Conover in Cleveland, Ohio...
Hiroko Lasher
Nov 21, 2025
Hiroko Lasher (nee Mori) age 92, beloved wife of Robert J.; loving mother of Bob Jr. (wife Adrienne), Debbie Finomore (husband Victor), Cathy Berthold (husband Larry), Jim (wife Kara), and Terri Lasher-Kaupelis (husband Khym); devoted grandmother "Baba" of Victor Jr. (wife Emily) and Brandon (wife Jacci) Finomore, Marisa Pretorius (husband Anees), and Michael and Brayden Berthold and great-grandmother of Trey,...
Margaret "Margie" Boehm
Nov 17, 2025
Margaret Boehm (nee Jenko) age 66, of Aurora, Ohio, passed away at home on November 17, 2025.
Born on January 6, 1959, in Euclid, Ohio to Flora and Joseph Jenko; she attended Kent State, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in interior design. She continued to march to the beat of her own drum, exploring multiple careers in fields where she...
Joann S. Lafferty
Nov 16, 2025
JOANN " BIRDIE” S. LAFFERTY (nee Shurmer), age 95, beloved wife for 72 years of Frederic, MD; loving mother of Scott (wife Susan), Mark, MD (wife Trudy), John (wife NancieMarie), Peter, MD (wife Stephanie); devoted grandmother of Christy, Juliann, Peter, Clint, Matt, Paul, Jake, Victoria, Garrett, Bryn, and Peyton and great-grandmother of 8; cherished daughter of the late Rollin and...
Benjamin F. Cappadora
Nov 16, 2025
BENJAMIN F. CAPPADORA, age 93, beloved husband for 70 years of Phyllis (nee Landi) ; loving father of Anthony Douglas “Doug” and Susan Fazio (husband Mario); devoted grandfather of Matthew and Benjamin; cherished son of the late Anthony and Concetta (nee Marchese); dearest brother of the late Vincenzo “Jimmy” (wife Mae deceased), William (wife Cindy) and Elizabeth Lawlor (husband Jim...
Dick Suttell
Nov 15, 2025
DICK SUTTELL age 84, beloved husband of Dr. Kay (nee Quaintance) McKenzie-Suttell; loving father of Scott Suttell (Robin), Andrew Suttell (Lori), Christine Wingert and Steven Q. McKenzie (Carol Lynn Coughlin); grandfather of Evan, Jake, Zach Allison and Ashley Suttell, Sam Wingert, Taylor Nelson (Izayah), Eleanor "E" Coughlin and Avery Coughlin; great-grandfather of Quinton Nelson; son of the late Edward and Zita (nee O'Day)...
Kathleen M. Krieski
Nov 14, 2025
KATHLEEN M. KRIESKI (nee Schneider) age 97, beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of William (wife Jenny), Ann Guzauskas (husband George), Eileen Caskovic (husband Philip deceased), George (wife Diana), Kathleen, and the late Maureen; devoted grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of eight; cherished daughter of the late George and Helen (nee Martin) Schneider; dearest sister of the late...
