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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
CAROL J. OLIN
Jan 17, 2025
Carol J. Olin (nee Brokaw), 92, a lifelong resident of Garrettsville, OH, quietly left this life to join her soul mate, Donn Olin, on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was born on October 27, 1932 in Butler, PA, to the late Harold and Alma (nee Hill) Brokaw.
She grew up in Garrettsville and fell in love with Donn while they...
WARREN N. OBLISK, SR.
Jan 16, 2025
Warren N. Oblisk, Sr., age 81 of Brunswick, went to Heaven on January 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Warren was born on April 21, 1943, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Lester and Marquerite (Sprague) Oblisk. He served in the US Army. Warren worked for many years as a truck driver, worked for the railroad, and as a volunteer firefighter...
MICHAEL JOHN DUNCAN
Jan 12, 2025
Michael John Duncan, 35 of Brunswick, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 12, 2023. Michael was born on July 28, 1989, in Medina, Ohio. Michael was a Snowplow driver and Landscaper for many years and always worked hard. Michael was also an athlete throughout his schooling at Brunswick, being a part of the wrestling team, a black belt for...
ROBERT D. HOFF
Jan 11, 2025
On January 11, 2025, the world lost a remarkable man. Robert Derwood Hoff, born on August 24, 1948, in Elizabeth City, NC to Robert Thomas and Mary (Griffin) Hoff, lived a life defined by integrity and unwavering love for his family.
Robert (Bob) will be remembered for his unconditional love, sense of humor, and devotion to his family. He enjoyed gardening...
MICHELLE COX
Jan 10, 2025
Michelle Maulorico Cox, 63, passed away, unexpectedly, at her home on the evening of January 10, 2025. Michelle was born to her mother Betty Ann and father Bennie Maulorico (both deceased) on June 24, 1961. Michelle was a graduate of Parma High School and Bowling Green State University. At Bowling Green, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism...
SHIRLEY MARIE KITELINGER
Jan 10, 2025
Shirley Marie Kitelinger, 90, of Streetsboro, OH (formerly of Windham, OH), departed to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 10, 2025. Born on November 10, 1934, in Windham, OH, she was the beloved daughter of the late William and Elsie (Decker) Goss.
Raised in Windham, she attended Windham High School until 1950. Shirley and Bill then wed on...
LARRY LEE WATSON
Jan 9, 2025
Larry Lee Watson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away on January 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 28, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, to James and Ann Watson, Larry lived a life brimming with love, laughter, and an unforgettable sense of wit.
Larry grew up in Cleveland alongside his sister, Carole Watson-Ellis, who survives...
JAMES MARTIN MESSMER
Jan 3, 2025
James M. Messmer left his earthly body to join his Lord and Savior and the Blessed Mother on January 3, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. He was surrounded by an abundance of love from his wife, his children, and his grandchildren.
Jim was born to Virgilia and George Messmer in Carey, Ohio on July 9, 1941. They preceded him in death. He...
CHARLES RONALD HOKINS
Jan 3, 2025
Charles R. Hokins died peacefully on Friday January 3, 2025 at the age of 85.
Ron was born in Vindex, MD, a lumber and coal mining town on a tributary of the Potomac River on May 21, 1939.
He is survived by his beloved and treasured wife, Gertie and sons Scott and Steve Ashie.
Ron is preceded in death by his sister Virginia...
DONALD MCAFEE
Jan 2, 2025
Donald Frank McAfee, age 87, of Strongsville, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at home and surrounded by love. He was “Don” to his friends, but “Gramps” to nearly all who knew him. Don married his high school sweetheart, Virginia (“Jeannie”) and settled in Strongsville. They were married for 48 years, raised four kids together, and loved being grandparents.
Don...
MARK MIGLICH
Jan 2, 2025
Mark Miglich, age 60, of Seville, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025.
Mark was born on July 12th, 1964 in North Ridgeville, Ohio where he attended North Ridgeville High School and was a standout athlete on the football, basketball, and track teams. He worked for Repro’s Inc for over 20 years as a Service Technician. Mark always knew how...
MARCUS EUGENE WESTPHAL
Dec 31, 2024
Marcus (Mark) Westphal passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2024. Mark was born on April 24, 1967, at Parma Hospital to Norman and Kathleen (Kay) Westphal. Mark spent the majority of his life living in Brunswick and graduated from Brunswick High School in 1986.
As a young child, Mark enjoyed cub scouts and playing BYS baseball and peewee football. He also...
JANA MARIE BOMBORIS
Dec 31, 2024
Jana Marie Bomboris (Lutton), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on December 31, 2024. Born on July 5, 1939, in Bell Vernon, Pennsylvania, she moved to Medina, Ohio, over 60 years ago, where she became a cherished member of the community.
Jana was the loving wife of Richard Bomboris, who survives her. She...
PATRICIA ANN HILKO
Dec 30, 2024
Patricia “Pat” Ann Hilko, age 87 of Brunswick, passed away on December 30, 2024.
Pat was born on November 7, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Mary (Karnafel) Tomecko. She married her husband, Richard, and they spent 50 years together traveling with the Oldsmobile Club. She was also an active member of the VFW. She enjoyed being a part of...
LLOYD B. MCPHERSON
Dec 29, 2024
Lloyd Bryan McPherson, 79, of Windham, OH, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at his home with family. He was born January 25, 1945, in Confluence, PA, to the late Lloyd “Mac” and Betty (nee Lytle) McPherson.
He was raised in Windham, and was a proud graduate of Windham High School, belonging to the class of 1962. Lloyd...
DONNA J. DUFFIELD
Dec 27, 2024
Donna J. Duffield, 85, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Friday, December 27, 2024. She was born May 31, 1939, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Zenas and Jean (nee McClure) Pfile.
She was a lifelong resident of Garrettsville, where she worked and managed at Huntington Bank for forty years. Donna enjoyed spending time with her...
BILLIE JEAN BAISDEN
Dec 27, 2024
Billie Jean Baisden, 66, of Nelson Twp., OH, passed away peacefully after a long battle with illness with her loving family by her side on Friday, December 27, 2024. She was born October 24, 1958, to the late Roy and Evelyn (nee Mellin) Sayre.
She was raised in the Garrettsville area, and was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield...
CHRISTIANE KOKITKA
Dec 26, 2024
Christiane “Chris” Kokitka, age 78 of Brunswick, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2024.
Chris was born in France on July 19, 1946 to Ignace and Wladyslawa (Kadziola) Szymczak. She retired from Ford Motor Company after 35 years. Chris had the nicest lawn in the neighborhood. She enjoyed landscaping and planting flowers. Chris enjoyed cooking, baking, and...
THOMAS "TOM" J. BOLGER
Dec 24, 2024
Thomas “Tom” J. Bolger, Sr., 93, of Parma, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024. He was born December 29, 1930, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Patrick and Anna (nee Bendes) Bolger.
He was raised in Cleveland, where he worked as a roofer until retirement at A. Blecher Roofing. Tom had a passion for his...
YVONNE E. POLIFRONE
Dec 23, 2024
Yvonne E. Polifrone, 77, of Ravenna, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024. She was born December 15, 1947, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Wilber Miller and Gladys (nee Ramsdell) Miller-DeUnger.
She was raised in Garrettsville and a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School. Yvonne enjoyed to cook and bake, especially for her...
