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Michael A. van der Kuyp
Dec 3, 2025
Dr. Michael A. van der Kuyp, born 1/16/64, passed away 12/3/25. Beloved son of Frits van der Kuyp MD and Betty Faye Treischel (deceased). Stepson of Karen van der Kuyp, brother of Dirk (deceased). Nephew and cousin of many. Operated a dental practice in Bath, OH for over two decades, while residing in Sagamore Hills, OH. All services private. Arrangements...
Victoria M. Michalek
Dec 3, 2025
VICTORIA MICHALEK, age 84, was born on April 5, 1941, to Ansel and Ruth Rosa in Toledo, Ohio. Vickie died peacefully December 3, 2025. She was married to her loving husband, Joseph, for over 62 years. Mother of 5, Joseph, Ruth (Albert) Bremser, Susan (Donald) Wood, Joan (deceased), Mark (Diana). Blessed with 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. Sister of the...
Thomas L. Wayne
Dec 1, 2025
THOMAS L. WAYNE, age 85, of Wickliffe, Ohio, formerly of Bedford, Ohio, passed away on December 1, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Lisa (nee Farmer); loving father of Deborah (late Terry) Boutilier and Karen (Jason) Cavadas; dearest grandfather of Desiree Dell, Danielle (Reggie) Hall and Dale Boutilier, and Ashley and Emma Cavadas; dear great grandfather of Braylin Provitt, Noah...
Margie A. Stearns
Dec 1, 2025
Margie A. Stearns Krulich (nee Harris), age 87, born March 22, 1938, passed away December 1, 2025, in Auburn Township, Ohio, after dealing with dementia for the past six years. Margie is survived by her husband, Joseph Krulich; son, Jack Stearns (Diane) and granddaughter, Kaylee. She is preceded in death by her twin sister, Mary Jane Rearick, ex-husband, Charlie Stearns...
Robert E. Hanson
Nov 30, 2025
Beloved pastor Robert E. Hanson passed away peacefully at home in Chagrin Falls after a multiyear struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Robert leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Norma Sue “Susie” (Montgomery) Hanson, his children Claudia Britt Townsend (Dan) and Thea Justine Mozingo (Chuck), three grandchildren Charles Mozingo (Nicole), Catherine Mozingo (Bella) and LJ Taylor, and a sister, Betty McClure...
Dinah Katherine Howey-Mouat
Nov 27, 2025
DINAH KATHERINE HOWEY-MOUAT (nee Schultz) passed away on November 27, 2025, in Bedford, Ohio. Born on December 7, 1946, in Cleveland to Glenn and William Schultz, Dinah was instilled with a deep commitment to social justice. She brought that compassion and determination to her work for the past 15 years as the Director of Southeast Clergy Meals on Wheels in...
Samantha A. Haas
Nov 25, 2025
Samantha Ann Haas, age 50, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2025. Born on March 30, 1975, Sammy joined the Haas family at the age of four and was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend whose joyful spirit touched all who knew her.
Sammy was known for her radiant smile, her unconditional love, and her ability to make everyone...
Robert W. Winn Jr
Nov 24, 2025
Bob Winn went home. It's with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Geauga County legend, Robert (Bob) Wilson Winn Jr. Husband to Karen Winn and father to Keith (Debbie) and Tony (Amanda) Winn, "Blue Eyes" was born January 28, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Robert and Dolly Winn. He grew up with his sister Jewel in one...
John A. Herrage
Nov 24, 2025
JOHN A. HERRAGE, age 68, of Sagamore Hills. Beloved husband of the late Marcia A. (nee Haynes); loving father of Vincent (Amber) and Laura; dearest grandfather of Brantley and Bodie Tackett; dear brother of Carolyn (late Ken) Kucia and Drew (Sue) Herrage; uncle of Josh (Lorrie), Quinn (Robert), Drew II (Liz) and Kyle (Kayla). Veteran, U.S. Army National Guard. John...
Barbara A. Hunt
Nov 18, 2025
BARBARA A. HUNT (nee Hess) of Chagrin Falls and formerly Washington, PA passed away on November 18, 2025. Beloved wife of Robert J. Hunt; loving mother of Julie (Randy) Solly, John (Linda) Bruce, Susan Hunt (Mike Topalian) and Robert W. Hunt (Shannon Beach); cherished sister of Becky (William) Hensel, Kathy (Jack) Stanley, and Bill (Maria) Hess; dear sister-in-law of Kathy...
Judith J. Maji
Nov 16, 2025
Judith Maji, age 84, passed away on November 16, 2025. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio and was a long-time resident of Oakwood Village, Ohio. Judith worked as a bus driver for the Bedford City Schools and loved animals.
She was preceded in death by her son Timothy. Judith is survived by her husband Jack Maji; children Lisa Gradert (Mark), Andrew...
Constance J. Hillson
Nov 10, 2025
CONSTANCE J. HILLSON (nee Skrebunas) age 74, of Bainbridge Twp., formerly of Bedford. Cherished daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria Skrebunas; faithful wife of the late Philip Hillson Sr.; devoted mother of Angel (Bill) Edwards and Philip Hillson Jr. (Aimee); dearest grandmother of Austin, Dylan (Amanda). And Caitlyn (Nathaniel); cherished great-grandmother of Luna; sister of the late David Skrebunas....
Steven J. Kekedy
Nov 10, 2025
Steven J. Kekedy July 17, 1937 – November 10, 2025. Born in Eger, Hungary to Eszter Kekedy and Istvan Szeplaki (both deceased). Steven, his sister and brothers were raised in a home filled with love by Eszter and step-father Tamas Kapolnasi (deceased).
Loving husband of Katherina (deceased), dearest father of Michaela Agnes, Steven (Debby) and Richard; devoted grandfather of Michael, Melissa...
Paul F. Heffernan
Nov 4, 2025
Paul F. Heffernan of Lakewood passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. Having a special gift for inspiring love in all whose lives he touched, he will be missed by family, friends and caretakers. Paul was born on May 6, 1960 in Cleveland to Patrick and Margot Heffernan. Developmentally disabled from birth, he grew up in Lyndhurst, attending the special...
Thomas R. Dybala
Oct 24, 2025
THOMAS R. DYBALA, age 73 of Bedford. Cherished son of the late Frank and the late Jane (nee Wasniewski); dear brother of Bruce; cousin of Carol Barran, Norman and Alan Jaworski. Veteran, U.S. Army, Vietnam Era. Retired United States Postal Worker for over 35 years. All services private.
Paul F. Wutz
Oct 20, 2025
Paul F. Wutz, age 76, passed away on October 20, 2025. He was born in Buffalo, New York and lived in Hudson, Ohio, Scottsdale, Arizona, and New London, New Hampshire. Paul was a 1971 graduate of the University of Buffalo School of Pharmacy. After moving to Ohio, he co-founded FFI Rx in Twinsburg, Ohio.
Paul was an avid golfer and enjoyed...
Margaret M Sperling
Oct 19, 2025
MARGARET M. SPERLING (nee Shortridge) age 62 of Bedford. Beloved mother of Heidi and Emily; dearest grandmother of Ava, Aiden and Legend; dear sister of Mary (Rudy) Conrad, Charles (Julie) Shortridge, Rose (Jim) Ponyik and deceased Regina Matranga and Thomas Shortridge. Friends and family will be received at St. John Funeral Home, 923 Broadway Ave, Bedford, OH 44146 on Friday,...
Rev. Fr. Joachim (Joseph) Pastirik O.S.B.
Oct 19, 2025
REV. FR. JOACHIM (Joseph) PASTIRIK, O.S.B. age 83, Benedictine monk and priest of Saint Andrew Abbey, and longtime faculty member of Benedictine High School, died Sunday evening, October 19, 2025. Beloved son of the late John and Margaret (Bobovnick) Pastirik; loving twin brother of John (Sherry); dear uncle of John Jr. (Mary), great-uncle to Anna, Emma, and Owen, and friend...
Eileen Sheptak
Oct 17, 2025
Eileen Sheptak of Chagrin Falls, OH, was called home on October 17, 2025 at age 79. She was blessed with 56 years of marriage to her devoted husband Rick and also leaves behind her children Tracey Fenolio (the late John) and Dale (Lea), grandchildren Christy Fenolio, Olivia (Nathan) Lifsey and Bronwyn Sheptak (Cody Gould), great-granddaughter Essie Jeanne Lifsey, and her...
William R. Klinger
Oct 17, 2025
William “Bill” Klinger, age 95, passed away on October 17, 2025. He was a long-time resident of Bainbridge Township and retired from Master Builders. Bill was a proud Army veteran who served with honor in the Korean War. He had a passion for collecting World War Two aircraft models and was a member of the Confederate Air Force which helped...
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