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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
THEODORE "TEDDY" JAMES LINDEMAN
Jul 14, 2024
Theodore “Teddy” James Lindeman, age 74 of Medina, passed away on July 14, 2024.
Teddy was born on February 1, 1950, in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. He worked for the City of Garfield Heights in the Sanitation Department for over 25 years.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Eileen (Lindeman) McGing, aunt, Jackie Lindeman, and infant brother, Michael McGing.
Teddy will be...
CHARLES "MARK" SIMPSON
Jul 14, 2024
Charles “Mark” Simpson, 64, of Hiram Twp., OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Sunday, July 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 19, 1960, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Vandell and Norma (nee Carroll) Simpson.
He was a 1978 Crestwood High School graduate, which is where he attended school with his wife, who was...
ELAINE M. LYNCH
Jul 13, 2024
Elaine M. Lynch, age 81 of Brunswick, passed away on July 13, 2024, surrounded by family.
Elaine was born on July 13, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio to Hubert and Emma (Kompier) Fields. She graduated from West Tech High School in Cleveland. Elaine worked for Medina County Welfare Department for 37 years as a case worker. She enjoyed playing cards. Elaine lived...
BEVERLY LINGENFELTER
Jul 12, 2024
Beverly “Bev” Lingenfelter, age 83 of Lakewood, New York, passed away on July 12, 2024, surrounded by family.
Bev was born on March 22, 1941, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to Harold and Geneva (Dinger) Hoffman. She graduated from Punxsutawney High School in 1959. Bev began working at Southwestern Area Federal Credit Union in 1972 and worked as a manager for over 25...
KATHY ANN KORAN
Jul 9, 2024
Kathy Koran (nee Rice), 74, of Hinckley, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024. She was born January 20, 1950, to the late Ray and Millie Rice.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, William Koran; son, Sean (Jennifer) Koran; and siblings, Linda Doubrava and Bob (Ilona) Rice.
Kathy graduated from Garfield Heights High School in 1968 and proceeded to...
LOIS MARIE JANOS
Jul 4, 2024
Lois Marie Garvey Janos passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 4th, 2024. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 6, 1927, she married Otto Paul Janos, and raised four children: Paul, Patricia, James, and Ellen, who gave her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Lois was the driver behind the wheel of this close-knit family - literally, when it came to exploring...
ERNEST C. "PETE" SPEICHER
Jul 4, 2024
Ernest "Pete" Charles Speicher, Jr. 73, of Windham, OH, passed away on July 4, 2024. He was born on November 12, 1950, in Johnstown, PA, to the late Ernest Charles Sr. and Jean Lorraine (Horner) Speicher.
Pete was a U.S Army veteran, who proudly served his country in Vietnam. He continued service to his country and community as a member...
RICHARD "RICH" WAGNER
Jul 2, 2024
Rich Wagner, 76, of Garrettsville/Ravenna, OH, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He was born August 4, 1947, to the late Robert Grabel and Polly (Luton) Wagner and adopted by the late Charles Wagner.
He was a 1965 graduate of James A. Garfield High School and served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam as an Aircraft Powertrain Repairman from...
PEGGY A. HOWELL
Jul 2, 2024
Peggy A. Howell (nee Hall), 86, of Medina, Ohio, passed away July 2, 2024 after a lengthy illness. She was born in 1938 in Diana, West Virginia, to William Paul Hall and Iva May (Eubank) Hall, both deceased.
Peggy was a long-time Medina resident and worked as a printer apprentice for 33 years at Gowe Printing and American Color Graphics, and...
GEORGE M. YURTZ
Jul 1, 2024
George M. Yurtz, age 76, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024. He was born on July 20, 1947, to the late Rose (nee DeFrank) and George Yurtz.
In addition to his parents, George is reunited with his special grandson, Preston Mitchell.
He will be dearly missed by his wife of 53 years, Debbie Yurtz; children, Derek Yurtz, Megan Loveday, and Brandon...
JOAN M. LYNCH
Jun 28, 2024
Joan M. Lynch, age 90, passed away peacefully, on Friday, June 28, 2024. She was born on November 28, 1933, to the late Margaret (nee Benyak) and Marcus Borngen.
She will be reuniting with her dear husband, of 62 years, Richard “Dick” Lynch. She also joins her daughter, Coletta Lynch; son, Richard Lynch; and sister, Carole Almady.
She will be dearly missed...
RAYMOND E. HETTINGER
Jun 26, 2024
Raymond E Hettinger was born on June 15, 1953, in Berea Ohio to his parents Marvin F. Hettinger and Maxine (Vadnais) Hettinger, and entered into the Lord’s presence on June 26, 2024, at age 71 after a battle with cancer.
His friends and family will dearly miss Raymond. Raymond enjoyed spending time with his family and cherished his lifelong friend, Steve...
CYNTHIA KEELEY
Jun 24, 2024
Cynthia Hess Keeley, of Forest Hills, NY, died in Medina, OH on Monday, June 24, 2024. She was born March 22, 1937, to the late Angela (Matheson) and Richard Hess. Cindy was married to Thomas Wright Keeley, and she is survived by her children: Rik (Kathy), Carolyn Matheson, Jeff (Laurie) and Rod (Lisa). She cherished her grandchildren: Alleiah, Connor (Amanda),...
STEVEN E. DILLOW
Jun 23, 2024
Steven Dillow, age 66, of Garrettsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, June 23, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and family members. Steve was a dedicated ironworker, and belonged to the Iron Workers Local 17 of Cleveland. Steve worked as an ironworker for 30 years at Forest City Erectors, where he was known for his strong...
GARY R. CROWE
Jun 21, 2024
Gary Ray Crowe, 72, of Freedom Township, OH, passed away suddenly on June 21, 2024. He was born on February 29, 1952, in Akron, OH, to the late Ray and Donna (McRitchie) Crowe.
He was a U.S Army veteran, who proudly served his country in Vietnam. Gary married the love of his life, Patricia Taylor, and the two enjoyed nearly...
KENNETH R. BEATTY
Jun 21, 2024
Kenneth R. “Kenny” Beatty, 80, of Garrettsville, OH, formerly of Niles, OH, passed away peacefully in Ravenna, OH, Friday, June 21, 2024. He was born October 16, 1943, in Warren, OH, to the late William and Betty (nee Weaver) Beatty.
He was a truck driver for many years before retiring. Kenny was a known tinkerer with lawn mowers and tractors...
JACK HUMPHREY
Jun 20, 2024
Jack Humphrey passed away peacefully at the age of 90.
Beloved husband of Virginia (deceased), father of Wesley (Barbara), Deborah (Glenn) Brooks, and the late Steven. He is a grandfather of 6, and a great-grandfather of 12.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, from 9:30-11 a.m. at Carlson Funeral Home, 1642 Pearl Road, Brunswick. A funeral service will follow at...
PATRICIA S. CENTNER
Jun 18, 2024
Patricia S. Centner, 84, of Brunswick, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. She was born June 13, 1940, in Morgantown, West Virginia to the late Donald M. and Beatrice (nee: Everly) Boyd.
She was a wonderful seamstress and enjoyed many years of camping with her husband Rob. She loved working in her yard and attending to the birds and...
LYNN MARIE FORGACH
Jun 18, 2024
Lynn Marie Forgach, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on July 13, 1952, in Maple Heights, Ohio, Lynn was the cherished daughter of Edward and Rosanne Jarus.
Lynn's academic journey was marked by excellence; she graduated from Nazareth Academy in 1970 and was an esteemed member of...
KENNETH "KENNY" J. MACNELLIS
Jun 18, 2024
Kenneth “Kenny” J. MacNellis, age 64 of Brunswick, passed away on June 18, 2024.
Kenny was born on May 28, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio to Jack and Gayle (Witt) MacNellis. He graduated from Brunswick High School. Kenny loved cars but was partial to VW’s and loved the VW car scene. He enjoyed photographing cars and helping others customize their import cars....
