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Kathleen Zampounis
May 9, 2025
Kathleen Zampounis née Graham, age 57, of Streetsboro, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the early hours of May 9, 2025.
She was born on September 14, 1967, to the late Richard and Alice Graham née Hendrich of Solon, Ohio.
Known for her innate ability to light up any room she walked into, Kathleen was a beloved mother, sister, fiancée, friend, aunt, and...
Darlene L. Bruncak
May 3, 2025
DARLENE L. BRUNCAK (nee Royski), beloved matriarch, devoted wife of Raymond; cherished mother of Michelle Pulliam and Raymond (Sue); grandmother of Paige (Nate) Pollatos, Ryan (Caitlyn) Bruncak, Rob Bruncak and the late Kevin Tiearney; great grandmother of 4. Darlene passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 3 at the age of 82. In her 63 years of marriage, Darlene...
James M. Balchak
May 2, 2025
James M. Balchak, age 49, passed away on May 2, 2025. He was a resident of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Jim’s huge heart gave him a boundless love for his family and friends, music, cooking, the outdoors, and living life. A classically trained chef, Jim realized his dream of owning his own restaurant when Aurelia opened in 2018 in Chagrin Falls.
He...
Leona "Lee" Powers
May 2, 2025
Leona “Lee” Powers, age 90, passed away on May 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Leona was preceded in death by her husband Leonard; son Mark; grandson Robert John Vale II; and sister Lucille Brick. She is survived by her daughters Donna Lanza (Ben), Lisa Virost (Lou), and Karen Beck; her grandchildren Melissa Hagy (Ryan), Lindsay Weeman (Bill), Daniel...
Carolyn J. Masseria
Apr 29, 2025
CAROLYN J. MASSERIA (nee Geraci) beloved wife of the late Louis; devoted mother of Michael (Jennifer), Darlene Zolata (Andrew) and Kelli Calpe (Tracy); beloved grandmother of Arielle Vaccari (Nick)), Daniel Glassman, Michael and Nicole Masseria and Michael and Daniel Collier; great grandmother of Lucas and Liliana Vaccari; dear sister of Michael Geraci and Sonny (deceased); loving aunt of many. In...
Edna Mae Franz
Apr 29, 2025
EDNA MAE FRANZ age 97 of Bedford passed away on April 29, 2025, at Vista Springs in Concord, OH. Edna was born in Cleveland, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Cecile (nee Lane) Franz; sister of the late Irene Glover and late Albert Franz; aunt, great aunt and great- great aunt. Edna received a degree from Dyke...
Rev. Dr. Rollin "Chip" M. Steele Jr.
Apr 26, 2025
Rev. Dr. Rollin “Chip” Medwin Steele, Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 26, 2025. Dr. Steele is survived by his wife Anne, who he loved deeply, his son Shaylor (Hema), his sister Sally Hoben (Terrance “Terry”), his grandson Spencer Steele, his niece Catherine “Katie” LePage (Luke) and his nephew Patrick Hoben (Kelsie). Dr. Steele was...
Gregory W DePompei
Apr 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Gregory W. DePompei Jr., who passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025 at age 85, of Sagamore Hills. He was the cherished son of the late Gregory Sr and Dorothy (nee Dachtler) DePompei. The loving brother of Delores (late Robert) Landers of Perrysburg and the late Gary DePompei. Uncle to Bob and Janine Landers, Brian and...
Brenda L. Flask
Apr 17, 2025
Brenda Lynn Flask, age 71, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. She was a long-time resident of Bedford, Ohio and worked as a school bus driver for the Twinsburg School District. She enjoyed baking, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Brenda was preceded in death by her husband William A. Flask; and brother-in-law Truman Telling. She is survived by...
Elizabeth Huszti
Apr 14, 2025
ELIZABETH HUSZTI (nee Ragany) age 81 recently of Chardon. Beloved wife of the late Michael; cherished daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (nee Kovacs) Ragany; loving sister of Mary Jane Molnar and following deceased Helen Drotos, Margaret Sir, and Eleanor Smith; dearest aunt and great aunt. Divine Liturgy Funeral Services will be held at St. John Byzantine Catholic Church,...
Rodger Allan Kingsmill
Apr 13, 2025
RODGER ALLAN KINGSMILL age 92 of Chardon and formerly of Walton Hills passed away on April 13, 2025. Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Obradovic) Kingsmill; loving father of Barbara (Michael) Matejka and late Allan (Maribeth) Kingsmill; dearest grandfather of Michael (Karie) Matejka, Holly (William) Matisak, Daniel (Cassandra) Matejka, Matthew (Brittany) Matejka, Jeremy Kingsmill, Allison Kingsmill, and Sarah Kingsmill; dear great...
Janice A. Kovacs
Apr 6, 2025
Janice A. Kovacs, age 79, passed away on April 6, 2025. She was a long-time resident of Auburn Township and worked as a postal worker for the USPS. Janice enjoyed collecting teddy bears, animals, and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband John; her daughter Dawn Jenkins, and granddaughter Brandi Herrilko. Janice is survived by...
Katherine A. Eibler
Apr 5, 2025
Katherine “Kathy” Eibler, age 81, passed away on April 5, 2025. She was a long-time resident of Bainbridge Township and a long-time member of the Church of the Holy Angels. She enjoyed watching soap operas (especially General Hospital), fishing and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband David F. Eibler. Katherine is survived by her...
Barbara Ann Wasko
Apr 3, 2025
BARBARA ANN WASKO (nee Horne) aka “Grambo”, age 67, of Bedford, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025. Cherished daughter of the late Thomas R. and Winifred “Winnie” (nee Dorricott) Horne; loving mother of Pete Balishin and Christine Balishin; dearest grandmother of Logan Balishin; sister of the late Kathleen (Pat) Gill and Lynda Whitt; aunt of Anthony Whitt and...
Barbara Cinadr
Apr 3, 2025
Barbara Cinadr, age 72, passed away on April 3, 2025. She was a long-time resident of Auburn Township and was a member of the Chagrin Falls Eagle’s Club. She enjoyed casinos, gambling, NASCAR, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by husband James; children Melissa, James (Kelly) and Alyse (Brandon); grandchildren Conroy, Kennedy, Leelee, Brandon Jr., Rosemary, and Billie;...
Robert F. Dober
Mar 29, 2025
ROBERT F. DOBER, age 94 of Maple Heights, passed away on March 29, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine; loving father of John Dober, Marcia (Bob) Schiele, Helen (John) Dernar, Jean (Joe) Barendt, and Mark Dober (Virginia Barendt). Robert was a devoted Catholic and a family man. He was a public servant and worked in education for many years....
Dianne D. Palmer
Mar 28, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dianne Denise Palmer of Aurora, Ohio. Dianne passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 81. Dianne was born on January 11, 1944, in Newark, New Jersey, to Harry and Ann Richert. She grew up in Eastlake, Ohio, and later moved to Aurora, Ohio. Dianne had a...
Barbara Ann Marshall
Mar 27, 2025
Barbara Ann (Mack) Marshall, 75, of Solon, Ohio, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025. Barb was born July 23, 1949, in Painesville, Ohio to the late Harry and Anna (Kernc) Mack, and was the middle sister to Harry P. Mack, Jr and Christine (Mack) Sheffield. She graduated from Cardinal High School in Mentor, Ohio and worked hard to put herself...
Gregory M. Ferris
Mar 23, 2025
GREGORY M. FERRIS, age 68, of Bedford. Loving son of the late James A. and Jeanne (nee Rozanek) Ferris; beloved fiancé of Maria Rososana Pineda; dearest brother of Mary Beth Singer (Michael J. Tevesz), Robert (Nancy), James P. (Susan) and the late Timothy (Gloria); dear uncle of Angela Thompkins, Maureen (Geri) Mewett, Martin (Amanda) Ferris, Katherine Ferris, Clare (Mike) Garvey,...
Everett D. Payne
Mar 21, 2025
EVERETT D. PAYNE age 90 of Bedford. Beloved husband of Martha (nee Talcott) for 67 years; loving father of Caroline (Kevin) Goodwin, Carol Ann Green, Crystal (William) Eddy, Penny (Michael) German and Dorsey (Dianna) Payne; dearest grandfather of 11, great grandfather of 27 and great-great grandfather of 6; dear brother of Jane Stone, Harold Payne and late Caroline. Friends and...
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