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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
REGINA MARIE PLACEK
Mar 1, 2017
Regina Marie Placek, 51, of Garrettsville, passed away surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 24, 1966 in Ravenna, Ohio to Ralph and Mary Lee (Hickman) Lewis. She loved reading, dancing and singing. Regina read her bible daily! She cherished spending time with her beloved family and friends. Regina is survived by her son, Adam (Jackie McLean)...
BETTY JEAN NASH
Feb 28, 2017
Betty Jean Nash (nee Adams), age 80, of Brunswick, passed away February 28, 2017. She was born March 9, 1936 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Jessie and Molly (nee Eldridge) Adams. Betty enjoyed listening to Bluegrass music and taking bus trips with her friends to casinos. She will be dearly missed by her beloved children, Jessie (Leslie) Caldwell, Douglas...
ANNE SPOLARICH
Feb 27, 2017
Anne Spolarich “Nana” of Garrettsville, passed peacefully Monday, February 27,2017 at the grand age of 92. She was born March 2, 1924 in Union Town, Pennsylvania to Joseph and Mary Bratina. Anne moved to Solon, Ohio where she would later meet her one true love, Albert Spolarich. Anne would later help her husband accomplish many great things. Together they created...
SHANNON W. MULLINS
Feb 25, 2017
Shannon Wayne Mullins, 38, of Shalersville, passed away suddenly on February 25, 2017. He was born on July 27, 1978 in Ravenna, Ohio to Walter and Anna (Harvey) Mullins. He was a James A. Garfield graduate. Shannon enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycles and poker runs. He was a social butterfly who loved spending time with friends and loved ones. He...
MARTIN J. LUCAS
Feb 23, 2017
Martin J. Lucas, 56, of Garrettsville, passed away on February 23, 2017. He was born on September 15, 1960 in Ravenna, Ohio to Homer and Mary (Felton) Lucas, Sr. He loved to fish and garden. Martin enjoyed working on his cars and his garden. Martin is survived by his father, Homer; brothers, Homer (Linda) Lucas, Jr., Mark Lucas and Paul...
SHEILA KAY DRAKE
Feb 20, 2017
Sheila K. Drake (Gibson), age 51, and Jacob H. Drake, age 18, of Medina, tragically passed away in a Medina residential gas explosion/fire. Jacob passed on February 9, 2017; Sheila passed on February 20, 2017, due to complications from her injuries. Jacob was the boy with the contagious smile. Despite all his obstacles and pain, he was always happy. He...
LINDA A. RAKIEC
Feb 20, 2017
Linda A. Rakiec, age 68 of Granger Township, Medina, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017. She was born on October 22, 1948 to Wesley and Theresa (nee Govin) Creekmore. Linda was retired from Ford Motor Company CEP #2 after 31 years. Joseph and Linda were married on July 1, 1996. She enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, reading and spending time...
RITA A. HUTCHINSON
Feb 19, 2017
Rita A. Hutchinson (nee Starcevic), age 75, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place February 19, 2017. She entered this world October 22, 1941 in Indianapolis, Indiana to John and Florence (nee Kabalski) Starcevic. Rita was an avid reader, enjoyed game nights with her family, and going to Big Boy Restaurant. She is survived by her loving daughters,...
DOROTHA D. BRADY
Feb 17, 2017
Dorothy Doretta (Harris) Brady, 93, of Garrettsville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 17, 2017. She was born on September 23, 1923 in Dartmore, West Virginia to William (Hound Dog Bill) and Naomi (Murphy) Harris. Dorotha married the love of her life, Charles R. Brady, Sr., on March 2, 1940. Charles passed away on March 30, 1974....
MARY LORRAINE GRESOCK
Feb 17, 2017
Lorraine Gresock, age 82 of Granger Township, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017 after a brief battle with cancer; her loving family was by her side. She was born on July 10, 1934 in Indiana, Pennsylvania to Earl J. and Marie (nee Krug) Lieb. Richard (Dick) Gresock and Mary were married on June 20, 1959. Lorraine was a homemaker...
EDWARD J. NOVOTNY
Feb 16, 2017
Edward John Novotny, age 82, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017. He was born November 8, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio to Edward and Mary (Cerny) Novotny. He was a die maker and retired from Ford in Walton Hills. Edward was in the Army reserves. Edward married Arleen Thompson on August 6, 1960. They were married 56 years. He is survived...
VINCENT "VINCE" SHAHAN
Feb 14, 2017
Vincent “Vince” Shahan, 56, of Ravenna, passed away on February 14, 2017. He was born on November 24, 1960 in Ravenna, Ohio to Robert and Rebecca (Dietrich) Shahan. He loved football, baseball and basketball. Vince enjoyed waterfowl and collected decoys. He always called to check on his mom and family. Vince is survived by his mother, Rebecca; brothers, Blaine (Joyce)...
RUBEN "JERRY" J. LEMONS
Feb 13, 2017
Ruben J. “Jerry” Lemons, age 79, of Brunswick, went peacefully with The Lord, Monday, February 13, 2017. He was born June 23, 1937 in Marianna, Pennsylvania to the late Ruben S. and Ann (nee Visnesky) Lemons. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 58 years, Shirley (nee Pasker); loving children, David, Jonathan (Laura), Regina (Joe) Frimel, Thomas...
CONSTANCE MARIE WHITED
Feb 12, 2017
Constance Marie Whited, 90, of Vienna, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2017. She was born on March 23, 1926, to Paul and Giovannia (Casani) Damanti in Cleveland, Ohio. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Constance dedicated her life to her family and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Constance is survived by her daughter, Roberta (Paul) Spencer of Vienna; sister,...
DENISE CAROL THORNE
Feb 11, 2017
Denise Carol Thorne, age 53, of Capon Bridge, West Virginia, passed away on February 11, 2017. She was born on November 24, 1963 in Lakewood, Ohio, to Danny D. Thorne, Sr. (Deceased) and Juanita F. (nee Williams) Thorne. All services will be held in Augusta, West Virginia. Please contact McKee Funeral Home at 304-496-7077 for more details.
LAWRENCE WILLIAM "BILL" BLAUVELT
Feb 10, 2017
Lawrence William “Bill” Blauvelt,83, of Garrettsville, passed away on February 10, 2017. He was born on May 21, 1933 in Cleveland, Ohio to Lawrence and Majorie (Moore) Blauvelt. Bill married the love of his life, Lillian “Ginny”, on October 5, 1952. He was a 1951 graduate of James A. Garfield High School and a Korean Army Veteran. Bill was a...
JACOB HARLEY DRAKE
Feb 9, 2017
Sheila K. Drake (Gibson), age 51, and Jacob H. Drake, age 18, of Medina, tragically passed away in a Medina residential gas explosion/fire. Jacob passed on February 9, 2017; Sheila passed on February 20, 2017, due to complications from her injuries. Jacob was the boy with the contagious smile. Despite all his obstacles and pain, he was always happy. He...
MARY SUE MAHMET
Feb 9, 2017
Mary Sue Mahmet (nee Lausch), age 72, of Lake Milton, passed away February 9, 2017. She was born February 18, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Alfred and Esther (nee Roman) Lausch. Mary was a very giving woman and enjoyed being with her family. She is survived by her husband, James; children, James Jr. (Colleen), Judi (Craig) Smith; grandchildren,...
MARYJANE SIROCKY
Feb 7, 2017
MaryJane (MJ) Sirocky (nee Polkabla), age 90, of Medina, passed away February 7, 2017. She was born September 11, 1926 in Searights, Pennsylvania to the late Andrew and Elizabeth (nee Lokaj) Polkabla. MJ enjoyed dog shows, shopping, and crafts. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Lorrie; many friends; and all of her favorite four-legged friends. Friends may join...
SHARON K. HUNTSMAN
Feb 3, 2017
Sharon (Moore) Huntsman, 70, passed away February 7, 2017 at her residence in Newton Falls, Ohio. She was born October 20, 1946 in Morgantown, W.V., to the late Lloyd and Leora (Shahan) Moore. Sharon was a resident of Dellslow, W.V., until moving with her parents and siblings to Windham, Oh in 1959. She graduated Garrettsville High School in 1964. Sharon...
