Obituaries

Oct 20, 2026

Shirley Stauffer, age 87, passed away on October 20, 2026. She was a long-time resident of Troy Oaks, Ohio and worked as a bookkeeper for Bedford Lithograph. Shirley was a member of the Chagrin Community Center and enjoyed spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband James; siblings Sherman W. Burwell and Ralph Burwell, Eleanor Stroup,...

Oct 17, 2026

David Scott Reeder Sr. passed away on October 17, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Auburn Township and retired as the president of Scott Fetzer Electrical Group. Scott was a volunteer for SCORE/Small Business Association and loved spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by parents Max Dale and Marjorie Gayle Reeder. Scott is survived by his...

Oct 16, 2026

Frederick Lasorella, age 97, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 16 in Aurora, Ohio. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, successful entrepreneur, and proud United States Army veteran, Fred lived a full and memorable life centered on family, friendship, hard work, and a love of adventure.

Born to Domenic and Angelica Lasorella, Fred grew up in...

Oct 15, 2026

John Patrick Brahney, age 80, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of October 15th, 2026, surrounded by his loving nieces and nephews.

He was the beloved brother of the late Marilyn Zolata (Brahney) and brother in law of the late Andrew E. Zolata Jr.; brother of the late Irene (Neil) Purdy; and the cherished uncle of Andrew III (Darlene), Larry,...

Oct 8, 2026

WILSON SIMS, aka “Cotton” and “Willie” age 87 of Sagamore Hills, formerly of Maple Heights and Bedford, passed away on October 8, 2026, surrounded by family. Beloved lifetime partner of Margaret Burke for 52 years; treasured son of late Wilson Sims Sr and late Thelma Jones; loving father of Lori Smith (Rick Phillips) and Michael Sims; cherished brother of late...

Oct 8, 2026

Anne Mary Robinson (nee Majoros), age 91 of Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Beloved wife, for 50 years, of the late Lewis Robinson; loving mother of Thomas (Sandra) Robinson and Joseph Robinson; dearest grandmother of Brenna (Berell) McClellan, and Kinsey (Matt Craven) Robinson; dear cousin and aunt, cherished by all who knew her. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday,...

Oct 4, 2026

Kenneth J. Hughes, Sr., age 87, of West Farmington, Ohio, passed away on October 4, 2026.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Leuella (Hites) Hughes; his three children, Shirley McIntosh (Mike), Ken Hughes, Jr. (Kathy), and Mary Armstrong (the late Victor Brunetti); five grandchildren, one of whom preceded him in death; and seven great-grandchildren.

Ken was born in...

Oct 4, 2026

James J. Page, age 84, passed away on October 4, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Auburn Township and worked as an insurance claims adjuster for Nationwide Insurance for 30 years as a District Claims Manager. Jim was a proud Navy veteran who served during the Cuban Missile Crisis and Operation Deep Freeze in Antartica. He was an active...

Oct 3, 2026

Levi Rayford Sr. (affectionately known as Joe Louis), a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. Born on June 7, 1936, in Orrville, Alabama, Levi was the cherished son of the late William and Catherine Rayford. He grew up in a large and loving family leaving behind a legacy of unity and warmth.

Levi's life...

Sep 27, 2026

Steven Nemeth III, 83, of Solon, passed away September 27 surrounded by his loving family. Steven lived a life marked by kindness, devotion to his family, commitment to St. Rita’s Parish Ministry, and service to his country as a proud Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Susan, his children Jeffrey, Gregory (Kristina), Bradley (Caitlin),...

Sep 26, 2026

Laura Jean Heilman (nee Janc), 68, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Greg Heilman, with whom she shared 24 years of marriage. Laura is the daughter of Sandra Groenstein and the late Paul Janc; loving mother of Andrew Cowles (Mariesha Mikel) and Amy Weinrich (Derek); loving step mother to Tracie Montano (Marc), Charlie...

Sep 23, 2026

Sep 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Robert Harold Oldcorn Jr.

Robert Harold Oldcorn Jr., 88, of Bedford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026.

Born May 15, 1938, Robert was the oldest of nine children of Robert H. Oldcorn Sr. and Grace V. Oldcorn. In 1956, he proudly joined the United States Marine Corps. While stationed at Camp Lejeune, he met the love...

Sep 14, 2026

Joseph Edward Usher, age 95, of Punta Gorda, FL., formerly of Middlefield, OH, passed away on September 14, 2026.

Joseph E. “Joe” Usher was born June 12, 1931, in Geneva, Ohio, to Carl F. and Marjorie Usher. A graduate of Middlefield High School, Joe lived a life marked by service to his country, dedication to his community, love of family and...

Sep 12, 2026

Joyce M. Whisenhunt (nee Eddy) age 96, of Bedford, OH, passed away on September 12, 2026. Beloved wife of the late David M. Whisenhunt; loving mother of Brenda (late Bob) Lesko, Glenda Herman, Linda (Bob) Collier, David L. (Connie) Whisenhunt, and Gary (Vicki) Whisenhunt; dearest grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 19, great-great grandmother of 14; dear sister of Bobby...

Sep 11, 2026

Philip A. Leuty, age 92, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. He was born on August 5, 1934 and grew up in Mayfield, Ohio. Philip was the son of a farmer and that began his passion for agriculture and being outside on his tractors. He started his nursery in the late 1950’s in Mayfield, Ohio, and it grew into...

Sep 11, 2026

HELEN FRANCIS CHESLOCK (nee Marusiak), age 105 of Bedford passed away on September 11, 2026. Loving wife of the late Bogus “Joe” Cheslock; loving mother of Joseph (Lynn), Carol (Jim) Kolenc, Margaret (Bill) Locktish, and Andrea (Bob) Prosek; cherished sister of Genevieve Murray; dearest grandmother of Adam, Jennifer, Erica, Melissa, Jordan, Jerad, Jonathon, and Sarah; dear great grandmother of Aidan,...

Sep 6, 2026

Suzanne L. Berger (née Linklater), age 83, of Bainbridge Township, passed away on September 6, 2026, peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, William E. Linklater and Dorothy “Ruth” Linklater (née Knapp). She was the loving wife and best friend of William “Bill” Berger, Jr.; devoted mother of Katy (Michael) McGrath,...

Sep 5, 2026

Ronald James Fitchko, age 81, of Bainbridge Twp. Beloved husband of Janet Fitchko; loving father of Jason (Kristyn), Justin (Jennifer), and Joshua (Kristen); dearest brother to Nancy Schuemann and late Bill Schuemann and late brother Frank Fitchko and his surviving spouse Nikki Fitchko; grandfather to Braden, Logan, Madison, Davis, Gavin, Matthew & Nolan, cherished family member to Robert & Janet...

Aug 28, 2026

James Rittwage, age 81 of Bedford, Loving Father of Jamie Marie Rittwage, Grandfather of Ayva & Dream, Confidant & Closest Friend of Annette Nichols & Friend of many. Jim played for the Cleveland Indians in 1970 & was known for his 98 MPH. fast ball as a Pitcher. Then after many years of playing AAA Ball, he owned Paul James...