Busch Funeral and Crematory Services in Avon Lake, OH

Kay Novotny

November 6, 1936 - August 9, 2021

Kay Novotny (nee Anderson), 84 of Avon Lake passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, August 9, 2021. She was born November 6, 1936 to parents Lee and Marie (nee Herold) Anderson in Cleveland, OH. Kay was a 1954 graduate of Avon Lake High School. She married the love of her life, Joseph Novotny December 12, 1952. She was a life-long member of the Avon Lake United Church of Christ...
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David Lioi

December 6, 1955 - August 6, 2021

David L. Lioi, 65 of Sheffield Village formerly of Avon Lake passed away due to Covid on Friday, August 6, 2021. He was born December 6, 1955 to parents Dino and Ruth Ann (nee Thiesen) Lioi in Bay Village, OH. David was a 1974 graduate of Avon Lake High School. He was the former owner of D & D Automotive Machining and was employed with Dominion Gas as the Fleet Manager for 26 years. He was a...
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Aubrey E. Pelz

September 2, 1989 - July 29, 2021

Aubrey Elizabeth Pelz, 31 of Avon Lake; beloved daughter of Lyn and Bruce Pelz; loving sister of Jordan (fiancé Daniel); cherished fiancé of Andrew Walls; dear niece of Steven Pelz, Tony Pelz, Joseph Pelz and Christine Pelz. Passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Memorial contributions may be forward to St. Joseph Church 32946 Electric Blvd, Avon Lake, OH 44012....
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Barbara J. Garrett

March 25, 1933 - July 20, 2021

Barbara J. Garrett (nee Fox), age 88, of Avon Lake, OH. Formerly of Bay Village, OH. Beloved wife of 64 years of Doyle Garrett. Dear mother of Brad Garrett (Lisa) and Steven Garrett. Loving grandmother of Cody, Andy, Matthew and Emily. Sister of Marilyn Petrie and the late Joanne Wright. Proud graduate of Ohio University and lifelong member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority. Member of the League of Women...
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Lester Papp

August 9, 1944 - July 14, 2021

Lester "Bud" Papp, 76 of Avon, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. He is survived by his wife Shirley, son Anthony, daughter-in-law Amanda, and "favorite grandson" Steven Papp. Per Bud's wishes, there will be no services. www.buschcares.com 440.933.3202
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Sandra "Sandi" Schickel

April 30, 1946 - July 13, 2021

Sandra L Schickel "Sandi"(nee Riggs) 75 of Elyria, formerly Avon Lake, passed away after a short illness at UH Main Campus, Cleveland, OH on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. She was born April 30, 1946 in Sheffield Village, OH to Raymen and Lenora Riggs. Sandi retired September 2020 with 44 years of service at Parker - Hannifin. She was involved with Bible study group at Twin Lakes, traveling for...
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Robert "Bob" Husband

December 15, 1943 - July 13, 2021

Robert F. Husband, 77 of Avon peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. He was born December 15, 1943 to parents William and Elizabeth (nee Dickerson) Husband in Sharon, PA. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Marilee (nee Belknap); loving children Jennifer Serrano (Jason) and Jessica Vasquez (Anthony); cherished grandchildren Jason...
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Brian Deem

July 21, 1929 - July 13, 2021

Brian Charles Deem, 91 of Avon Lake passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021. He was born July 21, 1929 to parents Raymond and Sallie (nee Somerville) Deem in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Brian was a U.S. Navy veteran that served during the Korean war. He was a designer/draftsman that retired from Bendix Allied Brake after 33 years. He served Meals on Wheels, was a big game hunter, a world traveler,...
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Eugene Ramm

June 29, 1949 - July 4, 2021

EUGENE R. RAMM JR. 72, of Sheffield Lake formerly of Cleveland Ohio passed away peacefully in his home on July 4th 2021. He was born in Cleveland Ohio on June 29th 1949. He is proceeded in death by his parents Eugene Sr. & Elsie (nee Mindick) Ramm. Eugene was a skilled maintenance mechanic for Flying Tiger Airlines, White Motor Trucking Company, Schmidt's Brewery & was employed 20+ years...
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Kathryn A. Williams

February 22, 1970 - July 4, 2021

Kathryn A. Williams, 51, of Avon Lake, Ohio, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 4, 2021 surrounded by her loving family in her home. She was born February 22, 1970 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of David S. Williams, Jr. and the late Karen N. Williams. Kathryn was a strong leader and high achiever throughout her entire academic career. She attended high school at Detroit Country Day...
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James Patrick Grady

June 30, 1944 - June 29, 2021

Jim Grady, 76, of Avon, formerly of Avon Lake, and Rocky River, died peacefully on June 29, 2021, at Ames Hospice, his beloved wife, Jean by his side. Jim was a Lakewood High School graduate and a Salesman for his entire career. He retired from B and B Paper Company. He was an active member of Avon Lake United Church of Christ, and he volunteered at Good Neighbor Thrift Shop. Jim enjoyed...
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Lewis James Kacsandy

April 15, 1944 - June 27, 2021

Lewis James Kacsandy, 77, of Avon Lake, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021. Lewis was born April 15, 1944 to Joseph and Theresa (nee Lodyl) Kacsandy in Lorain, OH. Lewis was born and raised in Lorain and graduated from Lorain High School. During high school he met his sweetheart Linda Szanto, though they attended different schools. After high school, Lewis honorably served his country in the US...
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Eva C Beck

February 23, 1931 - June 24, 2021

Eva Beck (nee Csider), age 90, of Avon Lake, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021. Eva was born February 23, 1931, in Hungary to parents Frank and Maria (nee Ujvary) Csider. Eva worked at the St. John's School cafeteria and library and cooked as a Sous Chef. Loving mother of Andrea Beck and Gregory O. Beck (Trudy); grandmother of Annie Baggett; great grandmother of 4; and sister of Bernadette...
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Frank Alan Opaskar

August 20, 1944 - June 23, 2021

Frank Alan Opaskar, MD, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 Born August 20, 1944, son of Frank Victor Opaskar and Alice A. Opaskar (Bradac) in Cleveland, and brother of Dr. Alice O. Martin (Opaskar). The family moved early on to University Heights, OH, where Frank attended Gesu Elementary and Chanel High School. He was very active in the boy scouts, instilling in him a lifelong...
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Leon Krulik

May 5, 1938 - June 19, 2021

Leon Francis Krulik, 83 of Avon Lake passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 19, 2021. He was born May 5, 1938 to parents Francis and Catherine (nee Gallick) Krulik, Sr in Cleveland, OH. Leon was a graduate of Parma High School and received his bachelor's degree from Case Western Reserve. While at Case, he played football and was the treasurer for the Sigma Chi fraternity...
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James W. Miller

June 30, 1934 - June 14, 2021

James W. Miller, 86, of Avon Lake, Ohio passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 surrounded by his beloved wife and their five loving daughters. He was born June 30, 1934 in Edgerton, Ohio to parents Marion and Beryl (nee Edwards) Miller. Jim was an all-around athlete, playing basketball and baseball in both high school and college. He attended Ohio Northern where he earned his bachelor's degree,...
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Dorothy M. Huhn

May 12, 1927 - June 14, 2021

Dorothy M. Huhn (nee Quinn), 94, of Avon Lake, formerly of Bay Village, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021. Dorothy was born May 12, 1927, to Hugh P. and Marie E. (nee Cunningham) Quinn. Beloved mother of daughters Debra (David) Blythe, Patricia Huhn and son, Kerry (Stephanie) Huhn; loving grandmother of Andrew Blythe, Jennifer Springborn, Cory Huhn, Emily Huhn and Casey Huhn; great grandmother...
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Dennis Runyon

April 6, 1950 - June 8, 2021

Dennis L. Runyon, 71 of Avon Lake, OH formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, Louisville, KY, Long Island, NY and Holland, MI peacefully passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was born April 6, 1950 to parents Walter and Helen (nee Hudie) Runyon in Sewickley, PA. Dennis received his Executive MBA from Case Western Reserve University and was employed with Eaton...
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Jack Goble

June 20, 1936 - June 7, 2021

Jack W. Goble, 84, of North Olmsted, Ohio passed away Monday, June 7, 2021. He was born June 20, 1936 in Wevaco, West Virginia to the late Arnold and Rosie (nee Compton) Gobel. Jack was raised in Wevaco, alongside eight siblings, in the heart of Coal Country. He left school to join the US Army at age 17 and faithfully served for four years, eight months and twenty-eight days. During his time...
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Candice Coen

March 19, 1954 - June 3, 2021

Candice L. Coen, 67, of Naples, Florida and Avon Lake, Ohio passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at her home in Florida. She was born March 19, 1954 in Elyria, Ohio to parents Earl and Lois (nee Pomeroy) Coen. Candy was raised in Elyria and following graduation from high school she went on to earn her bachelor's degree at the University of Akron, followed by her master's degree at Kent State...
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Mark D. Ford

October 5, 1955 - June 3, 2021

Mark Douglas Ford, 65, of Westlake, Ohio, formerly a resident of Avon Lake for 22 years, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2021, at Elyria Memorial Hospital due to complications following a heart attack. He was born October 5, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Donald and Margaret Ford (nee Fry). A 1973 graduate of North Olmsted High School, Mark was a talented and accomplished carpenter...
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Ruth H. Higgins

February 14, 1922 - June 3, 2021

Ruth H. Higgins, age 99, beloved wife of the late William F. Higgins for almost 80 years, devoted mother of Cheryl (David) Updegraff, Candace (Jack) Hendershot, Claudia (Larry) Forbes, and William. Cherished grandmother of Kimberly (Derek Sovchik) Updegraff, Keith (Karin) Updegraff, Katie (Louis) Lopez, Mike (Abby) Hendershot, Andy (Cadi) Hendershot, Jason (Myrna) Forbes, Chad (Melissa) Forbes,...
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Margaret Shirley Kasay

March 29, 1933 - June 3, 2021

Shirley Kasay, 88, of Avon Lake (formerly of Westlake); beloved wife of the late Peter Brian Hunt and William Francis Kasay; adored mother of Simon William Hunt (Diane) and Frances Margaret Hunt-Kubick; loving step-mother of Jennifer Lynn Altstadt (Mark); cherished grandmother of Evan Peter Kubick, Jacob William and Nathan Ronald Altstadt; dearest daughter of the late George Sizer and Winnie...
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Barbara Kirk

August 23, 1940 - June 1, 2021

Barbara Ann Kirk - Age 80, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2021. Beloved wife and best friend to Thomas Hull Kirk for nearly 55 years. A loving mother to Susan K. Strauss (Chris) of Brentwood, TN and Nancy K. Sutsko (Michael) of Fair Haven , NJ. Cherished "Nana" to Carter and Anna Sutsko and" Nina" to Peyton and Grayson Strauss. Sister to the late Kenneth Burkart, Ginny and Evelyn and daughter...
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Joyce Besst

August 7, 1935 - May 28, 2021

Joyce Pflug Besst, 85, went home to be with the Lord, passing peacefully in her sleep, on May 28, 2021, at Brookdale Village, Westlake, Ohio. She succumbed to heart failure after surviving and tenaciously fighting her way back from a traumatic brain injury in 2003. Prior to her accident, she loved roller skating, ice skating, ballroom dancing, biking, hiking the Buckeye Trail, and walking...
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James G. Hurbanek

June 14, 1941 - May 27, 2021

James G. Hurbanek, 79, of Avon Lake, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021 following a valiant battle with Alzheimer's disease. Jim was born June 14, 1941 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Louis and Rose (nee Schury) Hurbanek. His love of sports started on the ball fields of Dormont, PA, where he graduated high school in 1959. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in mathematics from the...
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Martha Sue Richenburg

March 18, 1944 - May 26, 2021

Martha Sue Richenburg (nee Fritz), 77, of Sheffield Village, formerly of Bay Village and Louisville, KY, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. She was born March 18, 1944 in Louisville, KY to Charles and Evelyn (nee Gunn) Fritz. Martha Sue was a nurse for 50 years. She earned her master's degree and became a Clinical Nursing Specialist. She taught nursing at...
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Leonard "Len" Kirtley

June 24, 1937 - May 25, 2021

Leonard "Len" Kirtley, 83 of Avon Lake, formerly of Carson City, NV and Sterling Heights, MI passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 24, 1937 to parents Francis and Cecelia (nee Boring) Kirtley in Johnstown, PA. Len was employed with Ford Motor Company for 35 years as the Emissions Manager. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, being outdoors and old cars,...
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Jack Storm

April 16, 1938 - May 23, 2021

Jack W. Storm, 83 of Avon Lake peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 23, 2021. He was born April 16, 1938 to parents Jack and Jeanne (nee Smith) Storm in Elyria, OH. Jack, also known as "Awesome Jack" was a graduate of Lakewood High School and was a Foreman Electrician for Doan Electric and retired in 1999. He was a member of IBEW Local #38 and Avon Lake...
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Molly Greene

September 2, 1978 - May 21, 2021

Molly Elisabeth Greene, 42, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Columbus, Ohio, on Friday, May 21, 2021. Molly grew up in Cleveland Heights and graduated from Cleveland Heights High School in 1996. Her glorious voice soared as a member of Mr. Thomas's Singers there. After secondary school, Molly traveled to Greece with her mother and younger sister Libby. She then traveled through Mexico...
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Roger Fell

November 25, 1944 - May 19, 2021

Roger B. Fell, 76 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021. He was born November 25, 1944 to parents Howard B. and Irene (nee Clarkson) in New Zealand. Roger came to the United States in the 1960's. He received his bachelors from Harvard in Physics and his masters at the University of New Hampshire in Electrical Engineering. It was during his time at New Hampshire when...
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Charlotte Streeter

August 2, 1947 - May 14, 2021

Charlotte M. Streeter (nee Tharp), aged 73, beloved sister, treasured friend, and world traveler died died Friday, May 14 at Ames Family Hospice House of Westlake. She died of complications of cancer more than two decades after being diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, as she stubbornly ignored side effects of experimental treatments and continued to live her life exactly as she...
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Ernest Hisey

October 27, 1937 - May 8, 2021

Ernest L. Hisey, 83, of Westlake and Middle Bass Island, Ohio passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021. He was born October 27, 1937 in Canton, Ohio to Lloyd and Ida (nee Kempka) Hisey. Ernest was raised in Paris, Ohio, attended Louisville High School and later Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. He received his Bachelor of Music Education from Capitol University, Columbus and then...
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Andrew Hama

February 8, 1935 - May 4, 2021

Andrew Hama, 86 of Sheffield Lake peacefully passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. He was born February 8, 1935 to parents Joseph and Anna (nee Borosky) Hama in Lakewood, OH. Andrew was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was a member of the Local #707 House Painters Union and retired from Doubrava Painting with over 45 years of employment. He enjoyed decorating for the holiday's, visiting...
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Doni Garbe (nee Dmytryka)

July 4, 1968 - May 2, 2021

Doni M. Garbe (nee Dmytryka), 52 of Manchester, CT formerly of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away in the loving arms of her family on Sunday, May 2, 2021. She was born July 4, 1968 to parents Walter and Mary Dmytryka in Toledo, OH. Doni was a 1986 graduate of the Norte Dame Academy and a 1993 graduate of the University of Toledo. She was employed at McDonalds in Westlake for 20 years. Doni...
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James Becherer

February 2, 1925 - May 1, 2021

Father James Becherer, 96 of Sheffield Lake, peacefully passed away and was welcomed into the loving arms of our Lord, on Saturday, May 1, 2021. He was born February 2, 1925, in Canton, OH to parents Raymond and Evelyn (nee Burke) Becherer, the fourth of five children. After serving his country in World War II, Fr. Jim entered St. Gregory Seminary in 1946 and continued his studies at St. Mary...
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Daniel J. Zapotochny

November 2, 1936 - April 30, 2021

Daniel J. Zapotochny, 84, of Avon, beloved husband of Maureen (nee Shively Hasman); loving father of Rosemarie Zapotochny; step-father of John Hasman, Traci Etherington (Robert), and Elizabeth Seymour (Mark); devoted grandfather of 9; preceded in death by parents, Walter and Catherine Zapotochny; and sister, Sonia Holschuh. Daniel passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness in his home...
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Leisa Yurick

October 8, 1932 - April 27, 2021

Leisa Yurick age 88, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2021 surrounded by her family. Leisa was born in Dayton, Ohio to the late Harry and Ida Zink. She graduated from Lakewood High School in 1950. She was accepted to The Juilliard School for her talent as a pianist, yet attended the Ohio State University where she was a proud member of Delta Delta Delta sorority and where she met the love...
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R. Brian Mason

July 12, 1956 - April 26, 2021

R. Brian Mason, 64 of Avon Lake peacefully passed away after a lengthy illness on Monday, April 26, 2021. He was born July 12, 1956 to parents Robert and Margaret (nee Kadash) Mason in Bay Village, OH. Brian was a graduate of Avon High School. He was a lift operator at Ford for over 45 years and served as an Officer on the Wellington Police Department. He was a member of the FOP, Knights of...
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Benjamin R. Mahar

March 10, 1987 - April 22, 2021

Benjamin R. Mahar, 34 of Sheffield Lake, formerly of Vermilion, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021. He was born March 10, 1987 in Westlake to parents Brian and Kathleen (née Shindler) Mahar. Ben was a delight to his family from the very beginning. The third of four boys, he somehow learned to be the loudest in the room. Always a "live wire," he gravitated toward tools and loved tinkering...
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William Higgins

October 16, 1919 - April 22, 2021

William F. Higgins, 101; beloved husband of Ruth (nee Nixon) for 79 years; devoted father of Cheryl (David) Updegraff, Candace (Jack) Hendershot, Claudia Forbes and William; cherished grandfather of Kimberly (Derek Sovchik) Updegraff, Keith (Karin) Updegraff, Katie (Louie) Lopez, Mike (Abby) Hendershot, Andy (Cadi) Hendershot, Jason (Myrna) Forbes, Chad (Melissa) Forbes, Ashley (Owen) Forbes and...
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Theresa LeGail Lee

June 25, 1959 - April 21, 2021

Theresa LeGail Lee, 61, of Avon Lake, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021. She was born June 25, 1959 in Cleveland to parents Hayse "Red" and Theresa (nee Lance) Clevenger. Theresa was raised in Cleveland alongside her siblings. Following high school, she trained to become an STNA and fulfilled this calling for over thirty years. Theresa was uniquely gifted in her career as her...
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Suzanne Schroeder

August 18, 1956 - April 18, 2021

Suzanne M. Schroeder (nee Pflanz), 64 of Bay Village formerly of Utica, NY suddenly passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021. She was born August 18, 1956 to parents James and Madeline Pflanz. Suzanne specialized in microbiology and education at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation for 38 years. Shortly after she left the Cleveland Clinic, Suzanne pursued a career as a Real Estate agent for Keller...
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Shirley McKinley

February 2, 1932 - April 18, 2021

Shirley Jeanne McKinley was born on February 2, 1932, in Norwalk, Ohio, to proud parents, Bertha and Kenneth Pickett. She graduated from Norwalk High School and married her high school sweetheart, Bill McKinley. Together Shirley and Bill would raise their family in Avon Lake where she has made her home since 1965. Shirley and Bill were the Co-founders of McKinley Machinery, a family business that...
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Joseph Novotny

May 3, 1953 - April 14, 2021

Joseph R. Novotny Jr., 67 of Lorain, OH passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021 after a courageous battle with heart disease and diabetes. He was born May 3, 1953 to parents Joseph and Kay (nee Anderson) Novotny in Lorain, OH. Joseph was a graduate of Avon Lake High School and worked for Danco Metal for 38 years. He was a life-long Cleveland and Ohio State sports fan. He enjoyed woodworking,...
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Jack Gardner

November 27, 1944 - April 14, 2021

Jack E. Gardner, 76 of Sheffield Lake, OH peacefully passed away in his sleep Wednesday, April 14, 2021. He was born November 27, 1944 to parents Roy and Myrna Gardner. Jack was a U.S. Army veteran that worked at GE in quality control. He enjoyed bowling and dancing with his wife Margaret. He took in troubled teens and foster children when needed. He is survived by his loving son Gary (Sue);...
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Robert Antoniak

September 11, 1945 - April 13, 2021

Robert R. "Bo" Antoniak, 75 of Avon Lake; beloved partner to Hugh Hendry for 47 years, husband for the last three years; cousin of Tom (Helga) Pavelka. Bo had many beloved cats and leaves behind his precious Lola. Peacefully passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2021. Memorial contributions may be forwarded to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 5700 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH 44131 www.lightthenight...
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Paul Avalos

March 22, 1969 - April 12, 2021

Paul Avalos, 52 of Lorain formerly of Sheffield Lake, OH peacefully passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. He was born to parents Jesus and Ramona (nee Alvarado) Avalos on March 22, 1969 in Lorain, OH. Paul was a graduate of Lorain High School and was employed as a tow motor operator by Symrise. He was a music lover that enjoyed going to concerts, bicycle riding and going to Cedar Point. He is...
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Ann M. Mahoney

October 23, 1928 - April 10, 2021

Ann M. Mahoney, 92, of Avon Lake, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Ames Hospice House in Westlake, Ohio. She was born October 23, 1928 in Dallas Texas to parents Robert and Anna (nee Bermhardt) Fagan. She was welcomed home by her older brother Bernard Fagan making the family of four complete. Ann spent most of her formative years in the New York City borough of Queens...
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Phyllis Rehker

June 4, 1928 - April 7, 2021

Phyllis Rehker (nee Donville), 92 of Avon Lake for 65 years, formerly of Olmsted Falls peacefully passed away in her sleep on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. She was born June 4, 1928 in Lorain, OH to parents Thomas and Pearl (nee Haber) Donville. Phyllis was a graduate of Olmsted Falls High School and was employed as the head of circulation at the Avon Lake Public Library for 27 years. Phyllis was...
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Frank P. Savel, Jr.

December 6, 1937 - April 2, 2021

Frank P. Savel Jr., age 83, of Avon Lake. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 6, 1937 to Frank Sr. and Susan Savel. Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on April 2, 2021. Frank was a pipe fitter at NASA where he would later go on to retire from. He also served in the Army. He was a member of the Avon Lake Boat Club, long time parishioner of St. Joseph Parish, and Knights of...
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James Bizjak

June 30, 1945 - March 30, 2021

James R. Bizjak, 75 of North Ridgeville, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family after a brave battle with leukemia on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. He was born June 30, 1945 to parents Peter and Margaret (nee Basa) Bizjak in Cleveland, OH. Jim graduated from Newbury High School in Newbury, OH. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and proudly served his country...
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Stephen P. Mihalak, Sr.

May 11, 1942 - March 26, 2021

Stephen P. Mihalak, Sr., 78, of Sheffield Lake, Ohio passed away Friday, March 26, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born May 11, 1942 in Pennsylvania to parents Stephen and Mary (nee Mader) Mihalak. Stephen grew up in the town of Cranesville, Pennsylvania alongside is siblings Mike, Tom and Marilyn. Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted and proudly served in the US Army...
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Harry Pfingsten

September 1, 1935 - March 25, 2021

Harry Pfingsten, 85 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 25, 2021. He was born September 1, 1935 to parents Joseph and Edna (nee Peterson) Pfingsten in Cleveland, OH. Harry graduated from Miami University with a degree in Music Education and a master's degree from Case Western Reserve. He taught instrumental music for 35 years with his last...
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David Garcia

December 11, 1943 - March 20, 2021

David Garcia was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on December 11, 1943, and raised by his proud parents, Andrew and Catherine (nee Schmidt) Garcia. Throughout his life he made his home in West Park, Ohio; Cape Coral, Florida and Avon Lake, Ohio. He died peacefully in his home in Avon Lake with his loving family by his side. David graduated from West Tech High School, received his Bachelor's from...
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Richard Suhm

May 31, 1931 - March 15, 2021

Richard "Dick" Suhm, 89 of Marysville, OH formerly of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away Monday, March 15, 2021. He was born to parents Joseph and Ruth (née Cox) Suhm on May 31, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio. Richard was a graduate of West Tech High School in Cleveland. He joined the Navy after graduation, serving aboard the USS Missouri during the Korean War. His shipmates called him "the...
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Donna Shiley

January 8, 1948 - March 13, 2021

Donna Margaret Shiley (nee Hudson), 73 of Avon Lake, OH formerly of Parma, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 13, 2021. She was born January 8, 1948 in Cleveland, OH to parents James and Janet (nee Fleischer) Hudson. Donna was a graduate of Parma High School then worked at Sherwin Williams for 10 years where she met William and was employed with the...
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Bernice Ogan

May 12, 1929 - March 6, 2021

Bernice J. Ogan, (Galbraith) passed into the loving arms of God on March 6th, 2021 at the age of 91. Bernie was born in Houston, PA, but lived most of her adult life in Lorain, Sheffield Village and finally at Rose Senior Living in Avon, OH. She received her degree in Education from Slippery Rock College in Pennsylvania and became a teacher for 30+ years for the Lorain School system, primarily...
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Emily Angel

January 2, 1992 - March 5, 2021

EMILY ANN ANGEL, age 29, of Cleveland, formerly of Avon Lake, Ohio, died suddenly early March, a result of a drug overdose after a little over a year of sobriety. She leaves behind her mother, Lesley-Amber Kwallek, her father, Paul Angel and younger sister, Shelby. She was the granddaughter of Les and Ingrid Kwallek and Ralph and Sandra Angel. Niece to Jim and Julie Angel of Champaign, IL and...
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Eleanor Schlicher

January 26, 1923 - March 1, 2021

Eleanor R. Schlicher (nee Howarth), 98 of Avon Lake peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving nieces on Monday, March 1, 2021. She was born in Rocky River, OH on January 26, 1923 to parents August and Antoinnette (nee Morscher) Howarth. Eleanor was a homemaker that used her many talents to support her family after the loss of her beloved husband Judd. She was an accomplished seamstress,...
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George Brutcher

April 3, 1937 - February 27, 2021

George L. Brutcher, 83 of Avon; beloved husband of the late Peggy J. (nee Gross); loving father of Laura Manning (Michael) and Amy Hurley (Richard); cherished grandfather of Tyler and Jackson Manning and Samuel and Matthew Hurley; brother of Ellen Frias and the late Kaye Patrick and David Brutcher; brother in-law to William Gross and the late Barbara and the late Patricia and Richard Binting....
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Marianne Swan

March 27, 1959 - February 24, 2021

Marianne L. Swan, age 61, of Avon Lake passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 after a valiant two-year long battle with Leukemia. She was born on March 27, 1959 in Berea, Ohio to Kersey and Evelyn Simmons, the youngest of their four children. Marianne will be remembered for always having an infectious smile and a deep love for everyone she came across. She was known for always worrying...
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Alexander Lutz

December 7, 1936 - February 20, 2021

Alexander W. Lutz, 84, of Avon Lake, formerly of California, PA, passed away following a brave battle with Cancer on Saturday, February 20, 2021. He was born to parents Andrew and Mary (nee Kovach) on December 7, 1936. Alexander was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Edith (Cooper). He is survived by his loving children, Jeff Lutz, Sandra Gase (Kevin) and Debra Novotny (Brian);...
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Russell Provenza

February 23, 1936 - February 16, 2021

Russell D. Provenza, 84 of Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Avon Lake passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. He was born February 23, 1936 in Lorain, OH. Russell was a lawyer and a former Law Director for the City of Avon Lake. He was a dedicated member of St. Joseph Parish in Avon Lake. Russell played football for OSU under Woody Hayes and was a history buff. He was a coach for St. Anthony CYO...
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Jesse Hill

May 1, 1947 - February 16, 2021

Jesse P. Hill, 73 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. He was born May 1, 1947 to parents Fred and Anastasia Hill in Cleveland, OH. Jesse was a 1965 graduate of Avon Lake High School. During high school he met Linda Duesler at a community dance and it was love at first sight. They would be celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary this March. Jesse was a long...
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Leroy Probst

March 29, 1931 - February 14, 2021

Leroy A. Probst, 89 of Olmsted Township passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021. He was born March 29, 1931 in Beaver Falls, PA to parents Herman and Violet (nee Garvin) Probst. Leroy was a U.S. Navy veteran. He graduated from Kent State University in 1953 with his bachelor's degree in business administration majoring in accounting. He worked 5 years for Lorain Products in Production Inventory...
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Robert W "Bud" Curry

December 23, 1953 - February 11, 2021

Robert W. Bud Curry, 67 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born December 23, 1953 in Anchorage, Alaska to parents Robert and Margaret (nee Couper) Curry. Bud was a graduate of Avon Lake High School. He was a military veteran that proudly served in the U.S. Army. He earned an associate degree from Lorain County...
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Barbara J. Zeuch

November 21, 1935 - February 6, 2021

Barbara J. Zeuch (nee Sellers) was born on November 21, 1935, to her loving parents, Clarence and Virginia (nee Martin) Sellers, in Cleveland, Ohio. She graduated from West Tech and worked as an Executive Secretary for Key Bank. Barbara raised her family in Bay Village and was a generous and loving mother. She enjoyed cooking and was known for her German Potato Salad and Deviled Eggs. She...
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Frances Aiken

May 5, 1927 - February 4, 2021

Frances M. Aiken (nee Hunter), 93 of Lorain, OH formerly of Cleveland, peacefully passed away after spending the day with her daughter on Thursday, February 4, 2021. She was born May 5, 1927 in Cleveland, OH to parents Louis and Mary (nee Peters) Hunter. Frances was a ceramics shop owner. She was an artist, with a great sense of humor and considered a great cook. As a collector of everything,...
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Judith "Judy" Blanchard

April 3, 1937 - February 2, 2021

Judith A. "Judy" Blanchard, 83 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. She was born April 3, 1937 in Gary, IN to parents Weber and Frances (nee Bryant) Showalterbaugh. Judy was a consultant for Avon Cosmetics for over 20 years. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, gardening, flowers and above all, spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her beloved...
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Helen Kushner

October 8, 1927 - February 2, 2021

Helen Kushner (nee Barnisin), 93 of Avon Lake, OH lived a long life and peacefully passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. She was born October 8, 1927 in 42 Mine, Windber, PA to parents Michael and Anna (nee Karnaj) Barnisin. Helen was employed as an administrative assistant for G.E. and retired after 20 plus years. She was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan, a member of the...
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Russell Beck

August 2, 1935 - January 31, 2021

Russell C. Beck, 85, passed away peacefully from natural causes on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Russ was the beloved husband of Joan; they were long-time residents of Avon Lake. In August 2020, Russ and Joan, and son Rusty moved cross-country from Avon Lake, Ohio to Sublimity, Oregon. Russell was born in Avon Lake August 2, 1935 to the late Carl and Viola (nee Jackson) Beck. Russ was an...
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William Leitch

October 15, 1929 - January 31, 2021

William N. Leitch, 91 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 31, 2021. He was born October 15, 1929 in Cleveland, OH to parents Peter and Luella (nee Zizelman) Leitch. Bill was a graduate of Glenville High School and received his bachelors in Engineering Management from Case Technical Institute in 1951. He was a military veteran and served...
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Emerson Grey

April 18, 1929 - January 30, 2021

Emerson L. Grey, 91, of Sheffield Lake passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake. He was born April 18, 1929 in Pound, Virginia to parents John and Laura (nee Boggs) Gray. Emerson proudly served in the US Navy for eight years until December 1954. Following his service, Emerson began work at US Steel in Lorain where he remained for 30 years, retiring in...
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Barbara Hanigan

January 25, 1966 - January 30, 2021

Barbara E. Hanigan, 55, of Sheffield Lake quietly passed away unexpectedly at her home. She was born January 25, 1966 in Lorain, Ohio to parents Darrell and Frances "Lee" (nee Lamie) DeWitt. After graduating high school, Barb DeWitt began working at Thogus which looking back was one of her best decisions. She met Jeff Hanigan at work and they began dating. They married on June 8, 1985 and soon...
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Phyllis Tweedie

March 16, 1937 - January 27, 2021

"I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory's my keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart." Phyllis C. Tweedie, age 83, beloved mother, grandmother and great...
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Cindy Lundberg

July 5, 1958 - January 27, 2021

Cindy Lundberg (nee McClung), 62 of Sheffield Lake, OH peacefully passed away after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. She was born July 5, 1958 in Lakewood, OH to parents Curtis and Carol McClung. Cindy was a graduate of Brookside High School. She was employed as a receptionist for the Red Roof Inn. She loved animals, especially dogs and cats, gardening and flowers. She is...
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Raymond "Sam" Ayars

September 20, 1938 - January 23, 2021

Raymond Donald "Sam" Ayars, born 20 September 1938. Died 23 January 2021. Son of Rulon and Elizabeth Ayars, brother of Robert (Lillian), Richard (Martha), and Dorothy (George). Married to his wife Barbie for 61 years. The parents of Lisa Hennessy (Bill), and grandparents of Ryan and Duncan. Godfather of Abigail DuCharme and honorary godfather of Jason Stuckert, a pair of unexpected joys. ...
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Vernice Racey

August 15, 1938 - January 17, 2021

VERNICE M RACEY (nee Borchert) passed away at the age of 82 on January 17, 2021 at Lutheran Home at Concord Reserve in Westlake, Ohio surrounded by family. Vernice was born in Flint, Michigan on August 15, 1938. As a young child, she moved to Sheffield Lake, Ohio and was a 1956 graduate of St. Mary High in Lorain. She married Roger J. Racey in 1959 and eventually moved to Parma, Ohio in 1963. ...
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Rose Foster

June 6, 1930 - January 17, 2021

Rose Foster (nee Busony), 90 of Sheffield Lake peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, January 17, 2021. She was born June 6, 1930 to parents George and Marie (nee Smee) Busony in Lakewood, OH. Rose was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed singing karaoke, gardening and dancing with family and friends; she loved animals, especially her pets. Spending...
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Jack Barthels

June 10, 1927 - January 13, 2021

Jack B. Barthels, 93 of Avon Lake, OH peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born June 10, 1927 in Smithton, PA to parents Louis and Orpah (nee Hepler) Barthels. Jack was a military veteran that served in the U.S. Air Force and was deployed to Japan during WWII for the occupation in 1944. He attended Washington and Jefferson College in PA...
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John Rausch

June 9, 1945 - January 5, 2021

John Rausch, 75 of Cleveland, OH passed away January 5, 2021. He was born to parents Justus and Caroline (nee McGregor) Rausch on June 9, 1945 in Lakewood, OH. John was a graduate of Lakewood High School. He was a military veteran that served in the U.S. Air Force. Through the years, he was employed as a mortgage loan officer, a courier driver and in outside sales. He enjoyed boating, trains,...
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George Conn

October 23, 1940 - January 1, 2021

George A. Conn, 80, of Avon Lake, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021. He was born October 23, 1940 in Lorain to the late Lewis Wayne and Esther (nee Mullen) Conn. George was raised in Lorain and was a graduate of Lorain High School. He joined the US Navy following graduation and proudly served aboard a submarine tender. After serving in the Navy, George attending Ohio Wesleyan University...
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William J. Rudge

October 15, 1935 - December 30, 2020

Dr. William J. Rudge Born: October 15, 1935 Died: December 30, 2020 Sadly, we have lost husband, father, grandfather and friend. William "Bill" Rudge, DDS was born to Dr. Horace and Mrs. Betty Rudge and spent a good part of his life in Rocky River where he started kindergarten and graduated from Rocky River High School Class of '53. He attended Miami University of Ohio and Western...
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Geraldine "Gerri" Davis

April 24, 1944 - December 29, 2020

Geraldine "Gerri" (nee Bell) Davis, 76 of Sheffield Lake peacefully passed away after a battle with cancer on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. She was born April 24, 1944 to parents Harold and Annamae (nee Conry) Bell in Brooklyn, New York. Gerri was an administrative assistant at NASA at the Icing Branch. She was a member of the American Legion Post 211 Auxiliary, the Avon Garden Club; a...
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Norbert Borowski

May 24, 1942 - December 28, 2020

Norbert J. Borowski, 78 of Bay Village, OH passed away Monday, December 28, 2020. He was born May 24, 1942 to parents Thaddeus and Regina (nee Kubinski) Borowski in Cleveland, OH. Norbert was a graduate of Garfield High School. He worked for Baker Material Handling for 25 years, then for Kirby Vacuum until retirement. He enjoyed spending quality time at home with his family. He is survived...
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Thomas Lee

September 2, 1949 - December 27, 2020

Thomas S. Lee, 71 of Avon Lake peacefully passed away at his home on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born September 2, 1949 to parents Frank and Ruth (nee Bohland) in Lakewood, OH. Thomas was a graduate of Bay Village high school, he attended Ohio State University and was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a skilled plumber and third generation owner of Lee's Plumbing. Thomas was a very selfless...
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Kathleen Kiczek

February 28, 1957 - December 27, 2020

Kathleen D. Kiczek (nee Peto), 63 of Avon Lake peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family after a private, lengthy illness on Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was born February 28, 1957 to parents Alex and Donna (nee Schenk) in Cleveland, OH. Kathleen was a graduate of Midpark High School. She was a Special Education Teacher's Aide for the Westlake Schools and a bookkeeper at Kiczek...
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Patricia Preston

March 19, 1934 - December 27, 2020

Patricia Ann Preston, 86, of Akron passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Pat was born on March 19, 1934, in Columbus and was raised by her parents, Gomer and Alice Preston in Dover, Ohio. She graduated from Dover High School and settled in the Akron area. Pat held many jobs throughout her life. She loved music, dancing, friendships and going out to have fun. Pat is survived by her...
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John Morgan

August 21, 1937 - December 25, 2020

John Morgan August 21, 1937- December 25, 2020. John was the oldest of 5 children born in Bethlehem, PA. He left Pennsylvania as a teenager and joined the United States Air Force and served in the Korean War and the beginning of the Vietnam War. He found his wife, Jo Ann Murray, on the beaches of California and they spent 56 years together, 55 married. They lived in Los Angeles, Dallas,...
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Lewis Bush

February 7, 1930 - December 25, 2020

Lewis P. Bush, 90, of Avon Lake, passed away peacefully on Christmas day, 2020. Lew was born in Montclair, New Jersey, and graduated from Lehigh University School of Mines. He served his country in the United States Army and worked for International Salt Company for 40 years as a Mining Engineer and General Manager of the salt mine on Whiskey Island. His love of learning lead him to earn his...
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Jimmy Barkalow

December 6, 1946 - December 21, 2020

Jimmy R. Barkalow, 74 of Avon Lake passed away Monday, December 21, 2020. He was born December 6, 1946 in Davenport, Iowa to parents John and Mary (nee Milem) Barkalow. Jimmy was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran that served in Vietnam and received a Purple Heart. He was an attorney and a federal judge for Medicare that served in Cleveland, OH for 10 years. He enjoyed camping with his wife,...
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Warren T. Bickerton

October 24, 1926 - December 20, 2020

Warren T. Bickerton, 94 of Naples, FL formerly of Syracuse, New York and East Liverpool, OH passed away after a lengthy illness on Sunday, December 20, 2020. He was born October 24, 1926 to parents William T. and Marion (nee Rushton) Bickerton in East Liverpool, OH. Warren was a WWII veteran who served in the U.S. Army as part of the 82nd bomb group in the Pacific Theater. Following his...
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Carl Careful Edward Lowe II

August 22, 1946 - December 18, 2020

Carl Careful Edward Lowe, II of Siberia, Esquire – August 22, 1946 – December 18, 2020 Carl was born in Conway, Arkansas, to Carl Sr. and Mary Corine (nee Mills). He resided in Rogers, Arkansas, most of his childhood. His father passed when he was 10 years old, and his mother passed when he was 16 years old. Life certainly wasn't easy for Carl, especially after the death of his parents. He...
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Patricia McCarty

June 9, 1959 - December 17, 2020

Patricia Eileen McCarty, 61 of Elyria, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at a local hospital due to complications from COVID 19. Patti tragically contracted the corona virus after undergoing treatment for esophageal cancer. Born June 9, 1959 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Dr. James Patrick McCarty and Mary Keefe McCarty, Patti was the second of five children. Her early childhood was...
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Milton Watts

September 2, 1965 - December 16, 2020

Milton "Gator" Watts, 55 of Avon Lake suddenly passed away of a heart attack on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born September 2, 1965 to parents Charles Watts and Diane (nee Campbell) Carter in Rutherfordton, N.C. Milton attended Middlefield High School in Middlefield, OH. He was the shipping supervisor at USG Interiors. He enjoyed playing the guitar and riding his Harley but he loved...
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Phyllis Hirleman

July 4, 1928 - December 14, 2020

Phyllis J. Hirleman, 92, of Avon Lake passed away peacefully on Monday, December 14, 2020. Phyllis was born on The Fourth of July, 1928, to proud parents, Jerome and Mildred Malafa in Cleveland. She was a proud graduate of West Tech and was active on their reunion committee. She also delivered Meals on Wheels, played cards, and loved to bowl. Phyllis and her beloved husband Louis raised...
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Donald Tews

August 25, 1939 - December 13, 2020

Donald F. Tews, 81 of South Euclid; beloved husband of Diann M. Tews (nee O'Donnell); proud father of Paul Borg and Chris (Darci) Tews; loving grandfather of Ryan Donald Tews; dear brother of the late George Tews, Jr.; son of the late George Sr. and the late Olive (nee Hatfield) Tews. Passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020. Donald was the owner of EZ Vend and a friend of Bill W. He enjoyed time...
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Donald Malone

July 12, 1937 - December 12, 2020

Donald A. Malone, Sr., 83, of Highland Heights, died peacefully in the home of his daughter surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, December 12, 2020. Don graduated from Euclid High School and attended The Ohio State University, where he was a member of the wrestling team. He served his country in the United States Army for two years. Don was the President of Malone Realty, he served the...
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Thomas Spencer Kramer

July 6, 1939 - December 9, 2020

The first words anyone says about Spence Kramer are "fun," "funny," and "larger than life." His kids follow that with "hero, smartest, coolest, most popular, everyone's favorite dad, mentor, master salesman, singer, awesome piano player, cheerleader," and "best friend." Spence made life fun. He filled the house with music, energy and life, and always made us laugh. It was Spence who...
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