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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
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....
LINDA ANN HUNT
Jun 17, 2024
Linda Ann Hunt, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 17, 2024. She was born on December 6, 1950, to the late Lucille (nee Acquaviva) and Elmer Konas.
In addition to her parents, she is reunited with her granddaughter, Sofia and her brother Kenneth Konas.
She leaves behind her loving husband, James Hunt; her children, Justin and Jennifer (Aaron);...
STEPHEN A. BLAUMAN
Jun 17, 2024
Stephen A. Blauman, age 87 of Brunswick Hills, passed away on June 17, 2024.
Stephen was born on November 6, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio to Arthur and Stephanie Blauman. He graduated from Bedford High School. Known to all as “The Plumber,” he dedicated his life to his trade. Stephen was always at the racetrack, grumbling all the way, but helping everyone,...
JOY MCGRAW
Jun 14, 2024
Joy E. McGraw, age 80, of Brunswick Hills, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. She was born on September 15, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Henry and Estelle (Kasperski) Schofield. Joy graduated from Notre Dame High School in Cleveland, Ohio. She worked for Dollar Bank for many years. She enjoyed planting flowers in her front yard. Joy...
ROBERT M. STEINC JR.
Jun 13, 2024
Robert “Bob” M. Steinc Jr., age 66, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was born on August 21, 1957, to the late Regina M. (nee Kish) and Robert M. Steinc Sr.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister-in-law Mary Hahn.
He leaves behind his loving partner and best friend, Shirley Paulovcin; his siblings, Ronald...
JACQUES CARSON LEVERETTE
Jun 12, 2024
Jacques Carson Leverette, age 62 of Medina, passed away on June 12, 2024.
Jacques was born on September 9, 1961, in London, England to Homer and Barbara (Brown) Leverette. Jacques moved around as a child because his father was in the Marine Corp but enjoyed spending part of his childhood in Panama the most. His parents and friends lovingly called him...
JOAN SHAYES
Jun 12, 2024
Joan Lee (Skidmore) Shayes, born January 22, 1932, passed from this life on June 12, 2024.
Joan lived in the Coventry and Portage Lakes area most of her adult life. She loved flowers, puzzle books, shopping, and going out to breakfast. There wasn't anyone she wouldn't help or talk to.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years: Vernon;...
NANCY J. VAUGHAN-SCHOTT
Jun 9, 2024
Nancy Jean Vaughan-Schott (nee Pasqualetto), 65, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Nancy’s strength, resilience, and love of family is survived by her husband, Mark Schott, her two daughters, Nichole Vaughan and Brianna Schott, and her two sons, Jacob and Joshua Vaughan. She is also survived by her brothers, Richard and Joe, and her sister, Juanita.
Nancy lived an incredibly...
PAUL D. SZABO
Jun 9, 2024
Paul D. Szabo, 81, of Hiram Twp., OH, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. He was born December 31, 1942, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Paul and Margaret (Petric) Szabo.
He moved with his parents to the Hiram area when he was a baby. After graduating from Hiram High School, Paul enlisted in the U.S. Navy before he turned 18;...
ARNOLD BROM, JR.
Jun 7, 2024
Arnold “Arnie” Brom, Jr., 71, of Greenville, PA, formerly of Southington, OH, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Mercer, PA. He was born January 10, 1953, in Ravenna, OH, to the late Arnold and Helen (Chizmar) Brom, Sr.
He was a graduate of James A. Garfield High School, belonging to the class of 1971. Arnie spent 28 years...
