All Obituaries

Harold L. Smith  Jr. age 62, entered into eternal rest  March 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Jessie and Harold Smith, Sr. and son, Johnny Shumar. Harold is survived by his children; David Harley Carroll (Tabitha), Michelle Martincic (Jack), David Harper (Liz) and Kristen Stasek, 10 grandchildren, and sisters, Carol Hollows (Michael) and Alice Smith (John Guadalupe Flores II).   A Time of Remembrance will be held Friday, April 5, 7:30pm at the...

Christopher Dean Skrok  April 20, 1966 ~ March 24, 2024 Christopher D. Skrok, age 57, was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He passed away March 24, 2024. Chris was the loving son of Alice Chadbourne and William Skrok (deceased), and stepson of Leonard Chadbourne (deceased). Brother of Kimberly Perez (Angel) and Jessica Chadbourne (Patrick). Step-brother of Cherise Farleigh (Fred) and Jon Chadbourne (Gina). Uncle to several nieces and nephews and loving companion to Ozzy, his...

Paul P. Fransko age 84 of South Russell, formerly of Chardon passed away peacefully, March 14, 2024. Beloved husband for 63 years of JoAnna (nee Derrico).  Loving father of Jodi Schwendeman (Charles), Michael (Melissa), and Patric (Cammie).  Dear grandfather of Jonathan Schwendeman and James “Jamie” Schwendeman (Dana) and Isabella and Enzo Fransko.  Proud great grandfather of Tia Rose Schwendeman. Dear brother of Dawna Heinz (Gary deceased), brother in-law of...

Mary Belle Schneider (nee Smith) age 103, a longtime resident of Middleburg Heights, passed away March 5, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Norman E. Schneider and loving mother of Gretchen Grossenbaugh (Don), Heidi Ann (deceased) and Mark (Margie).  Dearest grandmother of Becky Mroczka (Marc), Rachael Srock (David), Eric Schneider (Kelsey Bohn), Alicia Price (Ryan) and Hannah Schneider and step grandmother of Stephen Grossenbaugh (Ellen). Proud great grandmother of Luke, Aaron and...

Ronald Ions “Ron” age 83 of Hinkley passed away March 2, 2024.  Beloved husband for 63 years of Carole (nee Zupancic).  Much loved dad of Mary Lynn Matese, Susan (Walter Podgorski) and Nancy (David Bunjevac).  Grandpa of Crys’Dawna (Kris), Rachel (fiancé Ryan Blackburn), Ashley, Adam Gaumer (Susan) and Elisabeth and great grandpa of 13.  Brother of Donna (Jack Golden) and Mary Beth Ions (Eugene Liberman). Uncle of 4.   Ron was a...

Erik A. Agosto III, "Mighty Bubba" was born December 21, 2022. He gained his heavenly wings on February 24, 2024.  Erik is survived by his Hero: his Mommy, Kanaysha, Daddy, Erik, Jr. P. Malachy. His loving Gma Jenny, Pappa Daniel, Grandma Kim, Grandpa Erik, Great Grandma Nana Maty. Titi Keyana, Titi Pebbles, Titi Desire, Titi Alyssa, Uncle Allen, Uncle Trees, and cousins Jamaireon, Javion, Dakari and many others. Mighty touched so many hearts around the world...

Dorothy Herrick (nee Ferencik), age 92 of Lakewood, Ohio entered into eternal rest Tuesday, February 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She is survived by her daughter Deborah Gates (nee Herrick), her grandchildren; Joseph Gates (Stefani), Sarah Gates Thompson (Brian), and Jacqueline Gates Ely (Matthew), and her beloved great-granddaughter Abigail Thompson.   Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband John Herrick, her parents Samuel and Marie Ferencik,...

Sophie Pasalis (nee Nicolan), age 90, entered into eternal rest Monday, February 12, 2024. Beloved wife of George K. for 63 years. Devoted mother of Dimitra, Katherine Stark (Gregory) and Valerie Pituras (George). Cherished yiayia of Sophie Pituras. Dearest sister of Tony Nicolan and the following deceased Helen Kearney and Nick Nicolan. Dear aunt, great-aunt and friend of many.   Partners in life, Sophie and George founded and operated George's Kitchen Restaurant, a...

Frank A. Zippay age 87 of Brook Park, passed away February 6, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Ann (nee Sorna).  Loving father of Frank.  Dear uncle and friend of many, especially at East Park Retirement Community where he resided for many years.   A proud United States Army Veteran, Frank was preceded in death by his wife Barb in 2006, his parents Frank and Mary (nee Polifca), brother Edward and sister Rose. Private graveside funeral services and military honors...