Obituaries

Phyllis C. Garcia

Phyllis C. Garcia (nee Costin) 78 of Lorain, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at her home. She was a lifelong resident of Lorain and was very active serving in the Church of the Open Door. Phyllis loved to travel, play slot machines, and especially enjoyed cooking. Her greatest love was...

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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Ramona Jean Eckenrode

Ramona Jean Eckenrode, Age 67, departed her loving family on April 29 th , 2022, due to a long-term battle with cancer.

Ramona was born in Dallas, Texas on June 27 th , 1955 to James C. Kuhn, and raised by Richard White...

Raymond J. Pilarsh of Sheffield Lake passed away at his home on Sunday February 21, 2021, just three days prior to his 80th birthday. He was a proud US Navy veteran who served from 1959-1963. Ray was an avid fisherman, having taken many fishing trips all over. He enjoyed watching the Cleveland Browns and Indians; going to casinos especially Mountaineer;...

Raymond Patrick Pearl

Raymond Patrick Pearl, 56 of Elyria, passed away suddenly Saturday, October 30, 2021.

He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years Carol Pearl (nee Brenner); brothers Jimmy King and Walter King of Elyria, and Bob Pearl of Westlake; sisters Linda Mitchell...

Raymond Phillips

When we lose someone we love we must learn not to live without them, but to live with the love they left behind.

Raymond Phillips could at times be frustrating, as he knew what was right for you even when you didn't see it for yourself. He had a...

Raymond White

Raymond White, 66 of Elyria, passed away at home on January 22, 2022.

Raymond is survived by his daughters, Kelly Price and Penny Price-Killean; son, Lewis Price; grandkids, Samantha Price, Danielle Price, Lewis White, Savannah Carroll, Kara White, Charles Carroll, Jorden White, Leeland Carroll,...

Rena Mina Marie Barnett

Rena Mina Marie Barnett left her earthly home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ on Friday, August 19, 2022 at home in Elyria, Ohio. Rena was born in Kingwood, WV, March 10, 1934, the daughter of the late Robie H. and Hattie M. (Randall) Barnett, who preceded her in death.

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Rev. Robert J. Nelson

Rev. Robert J. Nelson, 85, of Sheffield Village left his earthly home for his heavenly home on Thursday, December 2, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones.

Bob was the son of the late Oscar and Irene (Sapp) Nelson, formerly of Portsmouth, Ohio, where he was born and raised....

Richard A. Hollett, 67 of Elyria, passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2021 at his home. He was a retired school teacher with the Lorain City Schools. Richard was an animal lover and was an avid Warcraft player. He was also a CBI developer, a contractor, and an Ohio State Alumnus.



Richard is survived by his brothers, Jon...

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...

Roberto Cruzado

Roberto (Bobby) Cruzado passed away on January 22, 2021 at the age of 73 after an extended illness. Bobby was born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, but was raised and lived his life in Lorain, Ohio. Bobby graduated from Admiral King High School in 1966. While in high school Robert was on the varsity wrestling team and was...

Rolland "Bud" Baker

Rolland "Bud" Baker, 83, a longtime Elyria resident, passed away Monday evening, February 28, 2022 after a long illness.

Rolland served our country honorably in the US Navy for 14 years during the Cuban Missile Crisis, stationed in Italy and State Side Bases...

Ronald Kettleman

Ronald Kettleman, 58 of Elyria, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023 following a lengthy illness. He was a stress tester at Diamond Products for the last almost 12 years. Ron enjoyed camping, fishing, white water rafting and putting together jigsaw puzzles. He also loved going to the Woodward Dream Cruise car shows in Michigan.

Rosemary Standen

Our beloved Rosemary Standen (nee Bates), 75, of Lorain, OH was called home to be with our Lord on Friday, October 15, 2021 following a courageous battel with a long-term illness.

Born January 12, 1946 in Barbersville, West Virginia, Rosemary moved to Ohio with her family in grade school....

Ruiqi Chen

Ruiqi Chen, age 83, of Fairview Park, OH, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2021.

Born in Guangdong, China, he is survived by his wife Peiyun Liu, who both moved to Ohio in 1999. Ruiqi has two children: Anieda (Harold) and Wilson (Grace). He was the loving grandfather to Brian,...

Ruth Oldfield

Ruth Oldfield, age 66, passed away Sunday, March 21, 2022.

Ruth enjoyed crafts of all kinds and loved to crochet. She will be dearly missed by her family, many dear friends and bingo won't be the same without her.

Ruth is survived by her loving partner, Robert Roland,;her beloved sisters,...

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...

Scottie Ray "Scott" Parker

Scottie Ray “Scott” Parker, 48 of Elyria, OH passed away on May 1, 2021. He attended Elyria West High School before moving and graduating from Hunter Huss High School in Gastonia, NC. He was baptized at the Vermilion Church of Christ. Scott was proud to have served for a short time in...

Seth M. Lawhorn

Seth M. Lawhorn, 30, of Sheffield Village, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 15, 2021.

Seth was a man who loved helping others.  He also loved fishing and working on cars. His heart was his daughter, Avaree, and his dog, Midas.