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Hermia L. Shifflette
May 29, 2026
Hermia Lourene Shifflette (nee Dixon), age 87, of Bedford, Ohio slipped away on May 29. Beloved spouse of the late James; loving mother of Linda Niro (Gennaro), Laura Beth Boyette (Mark); doting grandmom of Victor Niro (Maria Diaz Martin), Sarah Niro, Alexander Niro, Ryan Boyette, Faith Boyette, and Grace Boyette; dearest sister of the late Eleanor Skronski, Linda Beck, the...
Linda Catherine Wiberg
May 25, 2026
Linda Catherine Wiberg (née Bush), 62, of Chagrin Falls, formerly of Fairview Park and Gates Mills, passed away at home on May 25, 2026, after a long fight against a progressive disease.
Linda was the beloved wife of Sven Wiberg, with whom she recently celebrated 40 years of marriage; devoted mother of Molly Wiberg, Bridget Varley (Sean), Beth Wiberg, and John...
Frederick R. Shafer
May 22, 2026
Frederick Richard Shafer, 65, passed away from pancreatic cancer on May 22, 2026. Born on February 8, 1961, Fred was a graduate of Greenville High School and a longtime resident of Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Fred was the proud owner and operator of Reliable Contracting Inc., a company he founded in 1999. Through hard work, dedication, and craftsmanship, and with an excellent...
Margaret M Varga
May 22, 2026
MARGARET M. VARGA (nee Walsh), age 87, of Aurora, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on May 22, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Donald J. Varga; loving mother of Mary Sherman(deceased) (Andrew) and Joseph Varga (Colleen); dear grandmother of Emily Rolle (Brandon), Donnie and Mary Kate Varga; dearest great grandmother of Brandon Rolle Jr.; sister of Kathleen Bennet...
Evelyn M. Reuse
May 21, 2026
EVELYN M. REUSE (nee Iannetti) age 85 of Macedonia and formerly of Bedford passed away on May 21, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Lester; loving mother of David (Nancy) Hudec, Scott (Beverly) Hudec, Dale (Laura) Hudec; dearest grandmother of Candace, Mindy, Courtney, Erin, and Adam Hudec, Ashley Liptok, and Nicole Contini; treasured great grandmother of Nadia, Zoe, Natalie, Armani,...
John Kornuta
May 15, 2026
JOHN KORNUTA age 89 of Hudson and formerly of Bedford passed away on May 15, 2026. Beloved husband of Loretta (nee DeCaro); loving father of John M. (Lorie) Kornuta and Paul M. (Cathleen) Kornuta; cherished brother of the following deceased Midge (Dan), Edward, Sophie (Art) Adorni, Annie (John) Talani, Helen (Gene) Lewis, Nick (Bea) Kornuta, Mary (Jim) Maneff, Michael (Marion)...
Frank L Wargo
May 11, 2026
With very heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Frank L. Wargo, who left this world peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, on May 11, 2026. Born on September 18, 1931, in Westville, Illinois. Frank's life was filled with love, dedication, and a spirit that touched all who had the privilege to know him.
Frank was the...
Sandra L. See
May 10, 2026
Sandra Louise See (Turner), age 80, of Chagrin Falls, Ohio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 10th, 2026. It is surely no coincidence that she passed on Mother’s Day as that was her most celebrated title. However, she was more than a mother to just her 3 daughters. She mothered many in her community and proudly...
John "Jack" Winterich
May 4, 2026
JOHN (JACK) H. WINTERICH, age 86, of Twinsburg, Ohio. Passed away May 4, 2026. Husband of Ann N. Winterich (nee Gavin); cherished father of Daniel Winterich (Anne), Timothy Winterich (Marcy Cope), Jeffrey Winterich (Theresa), Julie Winterich (John Knox), Colleen Niese (Victoria Pero), Carolyn Winterich Piccirelli (Mark); loving grandfather of Madeleine, Thea, Zellie, Molly (Bill Lynsky), Jack (Julie-Ann), Margaret, Patrick, Rebecca...
Ronald W. Yourkievitz
Apr 28, 2026
Ronald W. Yourkievitz, age 86, passed away on April 28, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Middleburg Heights and Northfield and worked as an engineer. He was a proud Air Force Veteran and played in the Air Force Band. Ron was a member of Grace Church in Middleburg Heights and enjoyed collecting stamps and coins, history, and spending time...
Richard D. Sheptak
Apr 26, 2026
Richard D. Sheptak, 78, passed away on April 26, 2026. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Richard carried with him a deep sense of loyalty to his roots, his family, and his friends throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Eileen (Clark) Sheptak. Richard is survived by his daughter, Tracey Fenolio; his son,...
James W. Sharp
Apr 23, 2026
James W. Sharp, age 85, of Cleveland, Ohio. Beloved husband of Janice M. Sharp (nee Gabarik) for 35 years; loving father of David, Stephen (Cheryl), Karen (late Mark) Bassett, Joy Acree and Robin Pride; dear grandfather of Allison, Tyler, Austin, Mark and Bryan; brother of Suzanne Kovacs, John (Nancy) Sharp and Sara (Jay) Ruble. Jim worked as a sales representative...
Marilyn B. Zolata
Apr 22, 2026
Marilyn Zolata (nee Brahney), age 92, passed away peacefully in the early morning of April 22, 2026, with her daughter Laura by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Andrew E. Zolata Jr. for 58 years; the loving mother of Andrew III (Darlene), Larry, Laura, Nancie (Scott) Sesny, Michael, and John (Dian); dearest grandmother of Marissa, Brynn,...
Jean A. Pund
Apr 20, 2026
Jean A. Pund (nee Nastasi) of Walton Hills, OH, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, passed away peacefully on Monday April 20, 2026, at the age of 90. Born May 13, 1935, in Cleveland, OH. Jean was married to the love of her life for 61 yrs, James Pund (deceased). She was the proud mother of 3 children;...
Mary Rose Romito
Apr 19, 2026
Mary Rose Romito (née Sirna), age 96, of Bedford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was the beloved mother of Gina Alesci (partner Dave Bania) and Lisa Barrett (Pat). She was a treasured grandmother to Gabrielle Alvarez (Carlo), Brigette Alesci, Frank Alesci, Alexandra Barrett (Steve Balcer), Patrick Barrett (Lauren), William Barrett (Meghan), and...
Anne Marie Rusko
Apr 19, 2026
Anne Marie Rusko, age 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 19, 2026. She was a long-time resident of South Russell Township and enjoyed reading, old Hollywood movies, and family vacations.
Anne was preceded in death by her loving husband Leonard; and her dear sister Delphine Pobuda. She is survived by her loving children Leonard John (Penny),...
Francis R. Modliszewski
Apr 17, 2026
Francis Raymond Modliszewski passed from this life on the evening of April 17, 2026. He was born in Chewton, Pennsylvania, on January 28, 1940, to Pauline (nee Kolik) and Raymond Modliszewski. Frank graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, PA, in 1958. He served 6 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve, traveling to Germany as part of...
Thomas J. Adams
Apr 16, 2026
Thomas James Adams (Tommy), 57, of Bedford, Ohio, passed away on April 16, 2026. Born on August 3, 1968, Thomas was a lifelong resident of Bedford. He was the beloved son of Arlene Matlack (Edward-deceased) and the late Thomas Adams deceased (Joyce Adams). Thomas is survived by his loving siblings, including his twin sister, Tracy Abbadini (Vincent), Angela Kowalski (Kevin),...
Philip H. Brasfield Jr.
Apr 11, 2026
Philip H Brasfield, Jr. (Phil) died peacefully in his home in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, on Saturday, April 11, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born on May 5, 1934, in McComb Mississippi to Alice (Magee) and Herman Brasfield, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Brasfield of McComb, MS, and Mr. and Mrs. G. Wood Magee of Monticello, MS. He...
Lois Little
Apr 11, 2026
Lois Taylor Ryan Little, age 98, peacefully passed away on April 11, 2026, in her own home. Lois was born on October 3, 1927, on her family’s farm in Bainbridge Township, Ohio, to Lucille Stucky and Cleon Taylor. She was very proud of her pioneer lineage, as a member of one of the founding families of the area. A lifelong...
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