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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
FRANK ELTON KUNKEL
Sep 23, 2018
Frank Elton Kunkel, age 82, of Brunswick, passed away on September 23, 2018. He was born on August 7, 1936 in Cumberland, TN to the late William and Nancy (nee Smith) Kunkel. Frank was a skilled handyman who helped everybody in the neighborhood. He enjoyed woodworking and even made porch swings for several neighbors. Frank was an avid reader; he...
ERNESTINE VALENTINE
Sep 22, 2018
Ernestine Valentine (nee Mathers), age 91, of Brunswick, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Generations Senior Living, Strongsville. She was born on November 9, 1926 in Burnt House, WV to the late James and Hazel (nee Frederick) Mathers. Ernestine enjoyed spending time with her family foremost, also enjoyed gardening, flowers and vegetables, canning and crafting. She is survived...
GORDON BARRY SHAIDE
Sep 21, 2018
Gordon Barry Shaide, age 76, of Brunswick, passed away on September 21, 2018. He was born on November 28, 1941 in Hanover, VA, to the late Winfred and Lillian (nee Meyers) Shaide. Gordon was raised in Borup, MN. He was an U.S. Air Force Veteran and he retired from Delta Airlines after 36 years. He enjoyed spending his time on...
KENNETH A. KEKIC
Sep 20, 2018
Kenneth A. Kekic, 67, of Garrettsville, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2018. He was born on August 23, 1951 in Cleveland, Ohio to Richard and Dorothy DeBolt. He will be never forgotten and always loved! Honoring Ken's wishes cremation has taken place.
LARRY R. METHENY
Sep 18, 2018
Larry R. Metheny, 61, of Garrettsville passed away peacefully on September 18, 2018. He was born on September 8, 1957 in Warren, Ohio to Ray (Alice) Metheny and Barb (Bob) Scott. He was a graduate of Grand Valley High School in 1975. Larry worked in construction for many years. He will be deeply missed by all! Larry is survived by...
STEVEN A. SMITHBERGER
Sep 18, 2018
Steven A. “Steve” Smithberger, 42, of Windham passed away on September 18, 2018. He was born on May 8, 1976 in Warren, Ohio to Raymond and Virginia (Lyons) Smithberger. Steve married the love of his life, Samantha (Binegar) Smithberger, on August 11, 2007. He enjoyed riding his Harley, going to concerts and singing karaoke. His favorite musician was Aaron Lewis....
JOHN "JACK" IRVIN ROSS
Sep 18, 2018
John Irvin Ross, age 80, of Strongsville, Ohio passed away on September 18, 2018. He was born on May 30, 1938 in Johnstown, PA, to the late Hugh and Blodwyn (nee Wherry) Ross. John was a Marine Veteran and retired Steel Rule Die maker. He enjoyed old country music, playing his guitars and bowling but his passion was always golf....
BEVERLY IRENE FRAELICH
Sep 15, 2018
Beverly Irene Fraelich (nee Will), age 55, of Ravenna, passed away September 15, 2018, at Hospice of Medina County. She was born August 24, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Russell and the late Annette (nee DiVincenzo) Will. Beverly worked as a Accountant for various CPA firms. She enjoyed camping and the beach with friends and family, cooking and quilting. Beverly...
ROGER A. NORTON
Sep 14, 2018
Roger A. Norton, 70, of Garrettsville, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2018. He was born on May 23, 1948 in Woburn, Massachusetts to Kenneth and Marie (Berwick) Norton. Roger married the love of his life, Elsie (Poole) Norton, on November 23, 1971. He was a police officer, teacher and a preacher. Roger was a police officer in Garrettsville and...
MARY LOU TWAROG
Sep 13, 2018
Mary Lou Twarog (nee Kukulak), age 92, of Brunswick, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018 at her home. Mary Lou was born on November 21, 1925 in Fairpoint, Ohio. She was employed as a secretary at various corporate businesses. Mary Lou and her late husband were founding members of St. Ambrose Catholic Parish, also she was a devoted wife and...
DIANNA L. ROBERTS
Sep 13, 2018
Dianna L. Roberts, 49, of Ravenna, passed away suddenly on September 13, 2018. She was born on September 5, 1969 in Ravenna, Ohio to Donald and Frances (Houck) Roberts. She was a member of Windham United Methodist Church. Dianna loved spending time with her family, especially her children and her mother. Dianna enjoyed cooking with her mother. Dianna was an...
EDWARD J. HROBAK
Sep 12, 2018
Edward J. Hrobak, 87, of Garrettsville, gained his heavenly reward on Wednesday September 12th 2018. He was born November 3, 1930 in Nelson, Ohio to Mike and Mary (Soltis) Hrobak. Ed married the love of his life, Dorothy Rose (Porada) Hrobak, on July 7, 1956. Ed (affectionately known as Uncle Eddy to everyone) was a self-employed truck driver for 45...
DONALD J. MALLOY
Sep 7, 2018
Donald J. Malloy, age 66, of Medina, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2018. He was born on May 17, 1952 in Cleveland, OH to the late Donald K. and Geraldine (nee Fiorito) Malloy. Donald was a sales rep for Kirkwood Industries of Cleveland and a former member of Medina Country Club where he was an avid golfer. He also...
ALEXANDER MEARNS
Sep 6, 2018
Alexander Mearns, age 99, of Medina, passed away on September 6, 2018. He was born on May 25, 1919 in Glasgow, Scotland to the late Mr. and Mrs. John Mearns. Alexander was a member of the Rotary Club and enjoyed all the community service that came with it (from golf outings to bbq's). He retired from US Steel in Lorain,OH...
ROBERT T. CHARVAT
Sep 5, 2018
Robert T. Charvat, age 83, of Medina, passed away on September 5, 2018. He was born on July 20, 1935 in Lakewood, OH, to the late Ralph and Hazel (nee Oldendorf). Robert enjoyed all things sports related, especially his Cleveland Browns, Indians, and Cavs. He enjoyed the outdoors, but mostly loved to golf and fish. He was a beloved Papa...
WILLIAM B. OWEN
Sep 3, 2018
William B. Owen, 92, beloved Husband and Father, was called to his eternal resting place on September 3, 2018 with his loving family by his side. He entered this world on March 27, 1926 in Alliance, Ohio, born to Roger N and Doris M. Owen. Bill married the love of his life, Matilda "Tillie" Montigney, on June 7, 1947. He...
GERALD PHILIP ANGELOT
Sep 3, 2018
Gerald Philip Angelot, age 91, of Medina, passed away on September 3, 2018. He was born on July 14, 1927 in Niles, OH to the late Gerard and Anna (nee Corrado) Angelot. Gerald was a U.S. Navy veteran and a 32nd Degree Mason. He enjoyed fishing, boating, water skiing, bowling and joking around, but he especially loved spending time with...
DENNIS WILLIAM ROTH
Sep 2, 2018
Dennis William Roth, age 69, of Spencer, passed away on September 2, 2018. He was born on April 21, 1949 in Cleveland, OH to the late Eugene and Genevieve (nee Nagy) Roth. Dennis was U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. He loved to travel (especially Las Vegas) and spend time with his family. He will be dearly...
EDNA R. KACHNER
Sep 2, 2018
Edna R. (nee French) Kachner, age 99 of Stow, Ohio passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018. She was born in Parkersburg, WV, to the late Albert and Della French. Edna retired from Goodyear T & R Purchasing Department. She was a member of Yusef Kham Caldron, VFW and Port O Morgan Boat Club. She enjoyed boating, golfing, ceramics, crafts and...
JULIE T. GRAUEL
Sep 1, 2018
Julie T. Grauel (nee Powers), age 60, passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2018. She was born August 22, 1958 in Toledo, OH. She grew up in Copley, surrounded by her many family members and friends. At age 18, Julie moved to Medina where she was a lifelong resident. She went on to become an X-ray technologist at Medina Hospital...
