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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.
CHARLES D. RATCLIFF
Mar 11, 2017
Charles D. Ratcliff, age 61 of Medina, passed away after a long illness on Saturday, March 11, 2017. He was born in Berea, Ohio on January 25, 1956 to Walter and Barbara (nee Sagy) Ratcliff. Charles worked as a brick layer for 27 years for J & L Steel. He and Pamela (nee Murphy) were married in 1982. Charles was...
RAYMOND FENNER
Mar 11, 2017
Raymond Fenner, age 91, of Brunswick, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2017. He was born December 29, 1925 in Cleveland to the late John and Emily (nee Malle) Fenner. Ray was a World War II Veteran who served in the U. S. Army with distinction. He was awarded both the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his exemplary service. After...
JEFFREY MARTIN OWEN
Mar 11, 2017
Jeffrey Martin Owen, age 64, of Brunswick, passed away March 11, 2017. He was born August 13, 1952 in Cleveland to the late Warren and Mary Jane (nee Antolik) Owen. Jeff proudly served his country in the United States Navy, retiring after 28 years. Jeff belonged to The Cleveland Petty Officers Association. He was a member of the Brunswick American...
DONALD A. HURD
Mar 8, 2017
Donald A. Hurd, age 74, of Brunswick, passed away March 8, 2017. He was born April 22, 1942 in Sharon, Pennsylvania to the late Fred and Jessie (nee Johnson) Hurd. Don graduated from Sharon High School in Sharon, Pennsylvania. He retired from LTV Steel where he worked for 30 years. He was a member of the Brunswick Eagles 3505. Some...
DORIS LOUISE BARNETT
Mar 6, 2017
Doris L. Barnett, 82, of Nelson passed away on Monday March 6th surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 23, 1934 in Latrobe, PA to Chester and Bertha (Kintz) Short. She was a former Administrative Assistant at General Electric and was the former owner of Kool Lakes. Doris was an avid gardener, a member of the Silver Creek...
MARJORIE A. NAGY
Mar 4, 2017
Marjorie A. Nagy, age 54, passed away March 4, 2017. She was born June 6, 1962 in Medina, Ohio, to George Sr. and Betty (nee Huba) Jay. Marjorie was a big cat lover, enjoyed crocheting, and crafting. She loved to sing and was a choir member of the St Francis Xavier Catholic Church and a past choir member for St....
AMY LYNN BARATKO-GAGER
Mar 3, 2017
Amy Lynn Baratko Gager, age 39, of Medina, passed away March 3, 2017. She was born July 22, 1977 in Wadsworth, Ohio. Amy taught art at Wadsworth Schools and Monarch Schools in Shaker Heights. She will be dearly missed by her beloved parents, Ron and Sherri; and brother, Nate. Friends may join the family to celebrate Amy’s life on Saturday,...
MARIE MILLER
Mar 2, 2017
Marie Miller, 72, of Windham, passed away on March 2, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 6, 1944 in Ravenna, Ohio to foster parents, James L. and Opal S. (Spencer) Kline. She was blessed to marry the love of her life, Bruce Miller on August 8th 1970. She enjoyed camping and picnics, hosting family gatherings...
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)...
