Obituaries

William D. Gollnitz

William D. Gollnitz of Sheffield Village, OH, formally of Westfield, NY, passed away May 2, 2022 due to injuries sustained from a car accident.

Bill was born May 14, 1951 in Westfield, NY, to the late Charles and Dorothy (Martin) Gollnitz. Bill graduated from Westfield Academy and Central School...

Gregory A. Kopp

Gregory A. Kopp, Sr., 58 of Carlisle Twp., passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at his home. He now rejoins his father whom he missed dearly since his passing.

Greg was always helping other people whether they were family, friends, or strangers....

Richard "Dick" Kinas

Richard “Dick” Kinas, 85 of Elyria, went to be with his Lord on Friday, May 28, 2021. He was a devout Christian who loved Jesus.

Dick was an extremely talented woodworker, making many different items for his family. He was a building contractor...

Douglas Haynes

Douglas G “Jerry” Haynes, 71 years of age, of Vermilion, passed away on Monday, February 8th, 2021 after a brief illness.

Jerry is survived by his former wife , Kathleen Haynes (Mayer); his children, Terry Douglas Haynes, Andrea Renee (Andrew) Burkey, and Ashley Nicole (William) Campbell; grandchildren, Caeleb Oliver, Liberty Oliver, Scarlett Oliver,...

Pamela M. Mendosa

Pamela Marie Mendosa, 62 of Lorain, was received into Heaven on Monday, April 12 at Mercy Hospital.

She was a graduate of Southview High School. Pam was employed at Oberlin College before she went to Bonnie Bell...

Michael Mendak

Michael Mendak, 93, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Main Street Care Center in Avon, Ohio.  He was born October 22, 1929 in Lorain, Ohio, and was one of 9 children to parents, Harry and Mary Mendak.

A career decision as an Electrician...

Willard F. Stinson

Willard F. Stinson, 77, passed away on February 18, 2023 at home after a long illness.

Willard was a US Navy Veteran.

Willard is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Mary; sons, Scott, Heath, and Rocky; daughter, Tammy; 14 grandchildren; 8...

Marlene L. White

Marlene L White, life-long Lorain resident, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2022 at the age of 88.

Marlene was a deeply devoted wife and mother who filled her home with much love toward her family and friends.  She was a gifted homemaker known for her...

Sylvia G. Reinhardt

On Wednesday, August 31st, 2022, Sylvia Gayle Reinhardt, a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, went home to Jesus with her two oldest son's by her bedside. She was 61.

Sylvia was widowed by John A. Reinhardt. She spent most of her...

Louis "Lou" James Gehm

Louis “Lou” James Gehm, 30, of Elyria, OH passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 5, 2021 from COVID.

If you have ever met Lou, he was a beautiful soul. He was someone that we would all inspire to be. He will be forever remembered as a role model...

Gertrude Irene Quesenberry 

Gertrude Irene Quesenberry (nee Keckler) was born on May 19, 1936 and went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2021. She was a beloved and cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, prayer warrior, teacher, and child of God. She was a member of Praise and Worship Church.

James Minick

James Minick, age 91, of Valley City, Ohio passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Derry, Pennsylvania and resided in Valley City for 52 years.

James graduated from Derry Township High School in Derry, PA. He served with the U.S. Air Force during...

Ralph H. Grattan

The Lord God called Ralph H. Grattan, III home on January 11. 2022, after a long journey. He resided in Lorain the last few years. Ralph was born on August 20, 1943 in Fort Monroe, VA to Esther (Tabor) and Ralph J., II.

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Barbara A. Smigel

Barbara A. Smigel (nee Kontra), 66 of Parma, passed away on November 20, 2021. She had worked for many years in the Accounts Payable department at Our Lady of the Wayside. Barb had a smile that would light up a room. She loved taking care of others and was known for her funny, quick wit,...

James "Doc" Gurchik

James “Doc’ Gurchik escaped the physical and traumatic travails of his earthly existence, Thursday May 5 th , 2022 in the presence of his siblings, Linda, Richard, Gerald and wife Nancy, and with the blessing of Father Charley and the rights of the church.  James was embraced by his creator and his parents, Louis and...

Scott William Myers

Scott William Myers, 52, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022. He was born September 10, 1970, in Elyria, to Stephen and Sandra Myers. Scott was a dedicated nurse of 27 years. He was a loving husband, father and son. Scott was a lover of all sports and an avid gardener. He will be missed by...

Andrew Urig

Andrew Urig, age 41, passed away unexpectedly in Sheffield Village. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Andrew played basketball at St Thomas, greatly enjoyed the Sheffield-Sheffield Lake Soccer and Basketball Leagues, and loved fishing and camping, especially at Wa-Hoo campground.

Andrew is survived by his...

Joan Catherine Johnson

Joan Catherine Johnson, age 87, passed away January 8th at the home of her sister and brother-in-law after a decline in health due to dementia. She was born on April 26, 1933 in Cleveland to Joseph and Anna Ragg (Raginskas) (deceased). Joan had a long career in banking, serving as a teller until her retirement. She...

Johnanna Cruz

Johnanna Cruz “Joann” (nee Salisbury) age 66 of Elyria, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2022 following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 25, 1956 in Pikeville, KY to Walter and Mary Salisbury. She was retired from US Steel. Joann loved spending time with her family and friends. She would enjoy her coffee while...

Lydia Rodriguez

Lydia Rodriguez, aka Lydia Collazo, 91 of Lorain, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021. She was a lady who loved being with people. In her younger days, she would cook for family and friends that she hosted at her home every weekend. She also cooked and was very active at Sacred Heart Church in Lorain....