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Sharon L. Shump
Aug 24, 2024
Sharon Lee Shump (nee Carlson) was born on May 6, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio and passed away on August 24, 2024, at the age of 76. She drove a school bus for the Bedford City Schools for thirty years. Sharon enjoyed seeing her children every day. She adored her family and her pets.
She was the strongest woman that you will...
Dorothy L. Emerson
Aug 22, 2024
Dorothy L. Emerson (Dersch), age 102, passed away on August 22, 2024. Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert E. Emerson Jr.; and her brother-in-law Roy F. Emerson (Nancy). She was the loving aunt of Kate (Kevin) Budd, Beth (Jack) Brezina and Jeffrey (Kari) Emerson; three great-nieces, two great-nephews, two great-great nephews and one great-great niece.
Dorothy was...
Charles D. Franek
Aug 16, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Franek, age 86 of Auburn Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2024. He was born on September 16, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Edward J. Franek and Claire C. Malachowski. He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth “Betty” A. (nee Kontur) Franek for 62 years. He is father to David (Sharon), Thomas (Rosalie),...
Eileen M. O'Keefe
Aug 15, 2024
EILEEN M. O’Keefe, age 58. Most cherished daughter of John “Jack” and late Ann (nee Lenard) O’Keefe; lovingly survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday August 22 at Holy Family Church, 7367 York Road, Parma at 10am. Friends received at church from 9:30am until time of Mass. Burial Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu...
Elizabeth Carey Smith-Wilson
Aug 11, 2024
Elizabeth “Carey” Smith-Wilson, age 73, from Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Passed away on August 11, 2024. She is survived by her husband Scott Wilson; step-daughters Kelly (Chris) Wilson and Alaina (Lynda) Wilson; sister Virginia Smith-Kallay (Keith Kallay); brothers Joseph Tate Smith (JoAnn Dunn Smith) and Davis Waterworth Smith (Darlene Smith); nieces and nephews Jonathan, Timothy, and Andrew Kallay, Olivia Smith Shahamat,...
James M. Tylicki
Aug 9, 2024
JAMES M. TYLICKI, age 55. Very much loved boyfriend and partner of Tracey; cherished son of the late Eugene and Cecilia (nee Martukovich) Tylicki; loving brother of Denise (Jeff) Leach; dearest nephew of Diane Volbrecht; beloved godson of Candy (Bob) Lange; dear cousin and friend of many. He was a long-time member of the Northfield Sportsmen’s Association. Fought a very...
Susan L Dunn
Aug 3, 2024
SUSAN L. DUNN (nee Beebe), age 68 of Northfield. Beloved wife of Donald M. Dunn Jr. for 48 years; loving daughter of the late Robert and Clair Beebe; dear daughter-in-law of the late Donald M. Sr. and Ethel May Dunn. All services private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude...
Hazel D Jewett
Aug 2, 2024
HAZEL D. JEWETT (nee Blackburn), age 101, of Bedford. Beloved wife of the late Hugh Jewett; loving mother of Ronald (Gwen) and Gerald (Genevieve); dearest grandmother of Ron Jr. (Tracy) Jewett, Amy (Todd) Sadler, Richard (Stacy) Jewett, Tawny Richards and Shannon (Lou) Duricko; dear great grandmother of Adam, Ben, Bryan, Sammy (deceased), Devin (Austin), Abbi, Alex, Cody, JonBrielle, Taylor (...
Fernande M Parker
Jul 31, 2024
Fernande M. Parker, age 91, passed away on July 31, 2024. She was born in Montreal, Canada and was a long-time resident of Reminderville, Ohio. Fernande was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, music, animals, her dogs, and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Marcel J. Parker. Fernande is survived by her children Michael (Myra)...
Douglas Michael D'Abate
Jul 28, 2024
Douglas Michael D’Abate, 61, of Auburn Township, peacefully entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 28 after a 3-month battle with chondrosarcoma. He was surrounded by his loving family. Doug was a family man, through and through. He had a bright smile, magnetic personality, quick wit, and a tender heart. He never met a...
Mary Ellen "Mardi" Tomko
Jul 28, 2024
Mary Ellen “Mardi” Tomko (Davis), age 81, passed away on July 28, 2024. She was a resident of Twinsburg, Ohio and was a homemaker. Mardi enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, she especially loved her grandchildren and was very proud of each and every one of them. Mardi was thankful to be Catholic and embraced her faith with...
John J. Krahe
Jul 26, 2024
John J. Krahe (Jack), age 93, of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, beloved husband of Nancy (nee Flath), passed away Friday, July 26, 2024, holding the hand of his devoted wife of 71 years. Dear father of Tom (Marguerite) Krahe, Shannon (Fred) Arner, David Krahe, Mark (Kathy) Krahe, and Kathy (late Gary) Kovach, dearest grandfather to 14, and great-grandfather to 22. He...
Joanne G. Stackpole
Jul 25, 2024
Joanne Gayle Stackpole, age 91, passed away on July 25, 2024. She was a long-time resident of Geauga County and worked as a teacher for Maple Heights Schools for many years. Joanne enjoyed golf, volunteering for the Kenston Learning Center, and spending time with family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry.
Joanne is survived by her son...
Alexander J. Papesh
Jul 23, 2024
ALEXANDER JAMES PAPESH, age 20, of Garfield Heights passed away on July 23, 2024. Beloved son of Marlene Buynak; loving brother of Kaitlyn and Nicholas Papesh; dearest grandson of Robert and Geraldine (deceased) Buynak, and Robert (deceased) and Josephine Papesh; dear nephew to many aunts and uncles; a friend to many, and their families, and many more who loved him....
Mary F Gray
Jul 19, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary F. Gray on July 19, 2024. She passed peacefully in the home she loved for 64 years surrounded by her children. Beloved wife of the late Frank J. Gray; loving mother of Patricia Czifrak, Frank J, Gray Jr., and Mary F. Greif; dearest grandmother of Michael Gray and...
Eudice M Tracey
Jul 19, 2024
EUDICE “EUDI” TRACEY (nee Margolis). Preceded in death by her parents Florence “Flo” (nee Eglin) and Marvin “Dinny” Margolis of Cleveland; loving mother of Andrew (Margaret) Silberman and the late Amy Silberman; beloved wife of former husband Sam Silberman and Alan Bernstein; dear sister of Euni (late Cantor Norman) Rose; cherished grandmother of Zach, Noah, and Ben Silberman; dearest aunty...
Frank Joseph Kajder
Jul 18, 2024
FRANK JOSEPH KAJDER, age 77 of Streetsboro, formerly of Bainbridge Twp. passed away Thursday, July 18th, 2024. Beloved husband of Marilynn V. for 51 years; loving father of Amy Eibler (Dan), Matthew Kajder (Brandon), Beth Bughman (Robert), and Katie Dykman (Steven). Dearest “Papa” of Margaret, Daniel, Charles, Jane, Jack, Lily and Abby. Dear brother of Joseph Kajder (Karen) and Joanne...
Cora J. Webb
Jul 11, 2024
Cora J. Webb, age 93, passed away on July 11, 2024. She was a long-time resident of Bedford, Ohio and worked as a bookkeeper for Seaway Foods and also as a crossing guard for the Bedford Police Department. Cora was a member of the Bedford Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death...
Robert J. Lesko
Jul 7, 2024
Robert J. Lesko, age 78, passed away on July 7, 2024. He was a long-time resident of Bedford, Ohio and worked as a Manufacturing Supervisor. Robert was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served with honor in Vietnam. He loved music, going to church, and his wife Brenda of 29 years.
He was preceded in death by his...
Alice Marie Squires
Jul 6, 2024
ALICE MARIE SQUIRES (nee Fordanish), age 85 of Guys, TN formerly of Bedford, OH. Beloved wife of George Teslovich(deceased) and Raymond Squires(deceased); loving mother of Sheryl Docs, Diane (Frank) Yenchick, and Gregory (Velvet) Teslovich; dearest grandmother of Alexandra, Isabella and Frank Jr. Yenchick, Taylor (Eric) Phillips, and Zachary (Morgan) Teslovich; dear great-grandmother of Layla, Theo and Tucker Teslovich; sister of...
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