Agnes Louise Brown

Agnes Louise (Stano) Brown, age 94 passed away July 11, 2021 at Hospice House of the Western Reserve. She was born May 15, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the daughter of Frank Stano and Katerina Chuda. Agnes grew up in Newton Falls, Ohio but lived the majority of her life in Euclid, Ohio.  She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, playing Bingo, baking, and gardening. 

She was married to Richard J. Brown, Sr. for over 49 years until his passing on July 2, 1996. She is survived by her 6 children Richard, Frank (Mary), John, Kenneth, Rosemarie Jusko (David), and Thomas. Grandchildren Michael (Linda), Christopher (Fanny), Jamie Metz (Robert), Colleen, Kenneth (Katie), Joseph (Emily), Monica and Jessica. Great Grandchildren Logan, Colin and Connor, Ariana and Ava, Brandon and Isabelle and her dear nieces Sister Diana Stano, and Patty Ford. She was preceded in death by her brother Paul Stano, sisters, Julie A Kordic, Mary Brown, Ann Vigh, Pauline Salamon, Margaret Stano, and Catherine Bortz, and daughter in law Eileen (Baldwin) Brown.  

There will be no calling hours. Burial will be Monday July 19, 2021 at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon, Oh at 10:30A.M. Please meet at the cemetery entrance off Chardon road at 10:15 A.M.

Laverne Smith

Laverne Smith age 86, of Akron, OH. passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2021. Loving wife of the late Arthur, and children Sue R. Walder, Kelly Shaw (Scott Boyce), Scott (Michelle) Smith. Laverne had 6 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. She enjoyed reading, and loved doing puzzles. Laverne worked at Akron General Hospital, and the Akron Public library. Services for Laverne will be at a later date and time, and to check back on Blessing's website.

Carol Ann Haller

Carol Ann Haller age 74, of Wickliffe, passed away on July 1, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Vivian Erbesnik. 

Carol leaves behind her son, Brian (wife Melissa), and the late Vivian Haller. 

Cherished grandmother of Conor Flanagan, Nick and Andy Haller, Monica English, and Jacob White. 

Loving sister of Barbara Clark (Larry), and Kathy Alexander. Carol was very meticulous on how she maintained her yard earning her Wickliffe’s yard of the year award in 2015, and she was also extremely proud of her grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held Graveside at Perry Cemetery on Saturday July 17, 2021 at 11 A.M. by Pastor Stoney Drain of Painesville Baptist Church.

Delores Jean Price

Delores Jean Price passed away on June 29, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Cherished mother of Shane (Shelly), Shaun (Paula), Shannon (Jason) Malkamaki. Devoted grandmother of Richardo, Asia, Bianca, Kylie (Mackenzie), Tyler, Collin, Daisy, Logan, Caden, Seth, and Cole. Great-grandmother of Aniyah, James, Aminah, Avah, and Benji. Dear sister of George Johnston, Pauline Roncevich, and Ron Johnston. Aunt to many nieces and nephews she loved. Delores loved fast cars, Elvis Presley, and going to the casino with friends. She also enjoyed playing cards, and most of all laughing just spending time with her family and friends. A service will be held at a later date, if you want to check back on Blessing’s website.

Joseph John Doeing

Joseph John Doeing of Painesville, age 38, passed away June 28, 2021 at University Hospital Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland after a month long battle with complications from COVID-19. Joe was born in Painesville to John Jr. and Kathy Doeing.

Joe was a graduate of Riverside High School, where he was a member of the marching band, and Auburn Career Center where he studied to be an Automotive Technician. He worked as an Auto Tech at Snyder's Auto Center in Painesville for many years, and also worked for Buckeye Auto Electric in Painesville. Most recently, Joe was an employed as a Diesel Mechanic at Laketran in Mentor, where he took his job and the safety of the public very seriously. Joe was on medical leave from Laketran battling cancer when he was hospitalized with COVID-19.

Joe loved to roller skate and speed skate as a child, then found a renewed passion for it as an adult. He motivated many people, young and old, to get into skating, and continued to encourage them even after an injury took him out of the sport. He loved to camp with family and friends, and enjoyed fishing and hiking. Joe had a love for racing, whether it was racing figure eight at Painesville Speedway, or RC cars, or just being a spectator, he loved it all. He was a gamer, and enjoyed streaming his games and interacting with people in his live streams. Joe found a lot of support from the gaming community during his battle with cancer. He played many instruments, and enjoyed listening to all types of music, but he especially loved live music. He was a member of the NL Bicycle Club, and he enjoyed cycling, even in the winter. Joe was a sports fan, he always rooted for the Indians, and always loved going to opening day. He was a die hard Detroit Lions fan, but enjoyed cheering on the Browns with his buddies on Sundays with some good food and good beer. Joe was the front man, designated beer drinker and electric rocking chair rider for The Amazing Charlie Baker Boys! Joe was a wonderful husband and father, he had a smile and a laugh that is unforgettable, and he will truly be missed by everyone who knew him.

Joe is survived by his wife of nine years, Molly (Ratcliffe) Doeing, daughter, Sam Doeing, sister, Jennifer Dowd, and faithful furbabies, Rudy and Cooper.

He was preceded in death by his parents John R. Doeing Jr., and Kathy Jo (Lefelhoc) Doeing.

A Memorial Service for Joe will be held on July 16, 2021 at 3:00 PM, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 250 Bowhall Rd. Painesville Township, Ohio. Social distancing and masks are required.

Amber Marie Bailey

Amber Bailey age 26, passed away suddenly surrounded by her family on Sunday June 27th, 2021. She is survived by her loving parents Christopher and Diane Bailey. Her special friend, Jessica Adams.

Devoted sister to Alyssa Tidy (Joshua), Ashlie Bailey, and Kathern Tenerove. Granddaughter of William and Cheryl Bailey, and Carol Anderson. Cherished niece of Bryan Mauser Sr, Laura Anderson, Veronica Fatica (Bailey), and Salvatore Fatica, Dawn Ribich and James Hlabse. Amber leaves behind many cousins including: Bryan Mauser Jr. (Chelsie Rayle), Bradley Mauser, Anthony Mauser, Sophie Fatica, Domiko Anderson, and Angelo Fatica, as well as her many nieces and nephews: Caleb Tidy, Kaiden Tidy, Gabriel Tidy, Bailey Tidy, Skylar Miller, Alton Miller, Mia Parsons, Zoey Parsons, Michael Cogar and Zachary Cogar.

Amber was a loving Aunt, and she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her nieces and nephews, whom affectionately referred to her as “Auntie Moog.” Any chance she got to spend with family or friends, she made the most of it. Amber was fun, loving, and kind. She always helped people when or if she could.

A Memorial Service will be held July 10th from 1:00-5:00P.M.m at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Willoughby. Donations may be made on the gofundme link provided: https://gofund.me/f50b8bf9

Elaine Virginia Martin

Elaine Virginia Martin, age 67, of Mentor, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 24, 2021. Elaine was born in Massachusetts to Arthur and Phyllis Rand. She was a loving wife of 43 years (48 years together) to Reed Martin III; devoted mother of Reed (Stephanie) Martin IV, and Robyn (Adam) Rupp; cherished grandmother of Pierson, Lennon and Arlow Rupp; dear sister of Robert Rand and Bethany Blake, loving sister-in-law of Denise Martin and Debbie Barnick, and dear friend of Marie Kovacich.

She worked for 33 years at Great Lakes Power Products where she retired as Vice President in 2019. Elaine enjoyed vacationing with her family, reading, walking at Holden Arboretum, puzzles, collecting seashells, crocheting, and swimming in her pool. Her greatest blessings in life were her grandchildren.  A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers contributions towards a memorial bench can be made in her name to Holden Forests and Gardens online at https://holdenfg.org/make-an-impact/donate/ .

William L. Hall Jr.

William L. Hall Jr., age 75, of Mentor, passed away on June 15, 2021. Devoted husband to Linda (nee Lederer). Loving father of Martina Crance, Michelle Hampton (Dale), Michael Hall (Camille), Raellen Caldbeck (Adam), Dawn Leslie (John), Amy Malek (James), and step-father to Jason Norris, Shawn Norris (Samantha), and Shannon Lucherini (Mark).

Cherished grandfather of 20 and great-grandfather of 1. Brother of Barbara Beverage, Dottie Bell (Tom), and the following deceased Orville W., Norma Keith, Joyce Davis, Rosalie Clapsadle, Richard, James, and Kathleen. William was an Uncle and Friend to many. Loving son of the late William L. Hall and Reida C. Hall (Young). 

He was a Vietnam Veteran through the United States Army. Bill loved camping and being outdoors. A memorial will be held in both Pennsylvania and Ohio at a later date.

Robert Clair Miller

Our dear brother Rob, has sadly lost his life due to a long battle with chemical dependency

which kept him in a state of depression. Rob had also lost his life partner Dwight along with his will to live.

Our family would like to Sincerely Thank all of Robs friends who have Loved and Supported him, we will be forever grateful, Please Take Good Care!

Safely Home
I am home In Heaven, dear ones;

Oh, so happy and so bright!

There is perfect joy and beauty

In this ever lasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;

I am now at peace forever,

Safely Home in Heaven at last.

Thomas H. Gribble

Thomas H. Gribble age 72 of Perry, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 at Homestead II in Painesville, Ohio.

He was born in McMinnville, Tennessee to Howard and Billy Jo Gribble (Walker).

He is survived by son Thomas E. Gribble of Michigan, daughter Tracy L. Shaw (Gribble) of Maryland. Grandchildren Devan E. Gribble and Michael W.S. Shaw. Brother John A (Roseanne) Gribble of Perry, Ohio, Jeffrey Gribble of Perry, Ohio and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his Mother, Father, Sister (Brother in law)

Daddy (Pops) had a love for Nascar and gardening and deep love for his family

Arrangements were entrusted to Blessing Cremation Center in Mentor, OH.

No services will be held at this time, In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to his children.

Robert K. Milliff

Robert K. Milliff age 64 of Madison Township, Ohio passed away on Tuesday May 25, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and is survived by his step-son Robert (Crystal) Stadler, step-daughters Michelle (Bryant) Lester, Melissa (Lee) Mizer. Grandchildren Ryan, Chloe, Noah, Kayla, Leon, Leilah and Landon. Brothers Bill (Donna) Milliff and Rich Milliff, sisters Jackie (August) Kawalec and Laura Milliff (Charlie Jackson) and sister-in-law Linda Milliff. Many nieces, nephews and his dog Layla.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife Deborah A., mother Virginia Vahcic, father William Milliff and brother Mike Milliff.

Robert was a Proud Navy veteran. He loved wood working, taking care of his flower gardens, tending to his salt water fish and feeding the birds and squirrels.

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday June 12, 2021 at 10 am Parkman Congregational Church 18265 Madison Rd. Middlefield, Ohio 44062

Graveside service will be held on Saturday June 12, 2021 with military honors at 12:30 pm Madison Memorial Cemetary 3055 Arcola Rd. Madison Township, Ohio 44057 D34 #2

Arrangements were entrusted to Blessing Cremation Center Mentor, Ohio

Philip Martin Nelson

February 27, 1944 - May 11, 2021

Philip M. Nelson (77) passed away on May 11, 2021 at Tripoint Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Philip was born February 27, 1944 in Painesville, OH and remained a Lake County resident throughout his life. He worked in the machinist/maintenance field at several firms, most notably Cleveland Crane Co. for 20 years. Phil also served proudly with the Painesville Twp. Fire Dept for 10 years. He formed many happy memories with his fellow fire fighters. Philip is survived by his loving sons & their families; Michael (Kim Wendl) and Richard (Liz Maylish); grandchildren: Aaron, Cassandra (Mike Demore), Marissa, and Haley Nelson; great granddaughter Olivia Grace Demore. Phil is also survived by his brothers David (Becky Royer) and Terry Nelson, sister-in-law Marie, former wife Fran Nelson, lifelong friend Jake Bruner, and many extended family members & friends. Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Robert F. Nelson Sr. and Mary Cunningham; and his brother Robert F. Nelson Jr. He loved to greet people at Walmart & bring a smile to their face. He also helped his loved ones when they needed him. He will be missed by those who knew him best.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date as well as a private graveside service at Riverside Cemetery. The family suggest contributions to be made in his memory to his sons or to a charity of your choice. May his soul rest in peace. 

Jennah Jochum

Jennah Jochum(Carlson) beautiful wife, loving mother, 39, passed away at her home on May 18th 2021.

Jennah will always be remembered for her kindness, wit, sense of humor and punk rock spirit.  A mermaid at heart made swimming one of Jennah’s passions since she was young.  Jennah also loved to bake.  It was not just for the food but for the love and joy it brought to the people that she made it for.  She was always thinking of others.  Jennah was a strong and loving soul.  She made a house a home and our world a brighter place each day.  She will be missed beyond words.  

A Catholic Service will be held on May 28, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at St. John Vianni Church in Mentor, Ohio.  A celebration of Jennah’s life will be held at a later date.

No donations please. Instead, Jennah would want you to love the ones you care about. Money gets spent, love lasts forever

Robert F. Beverstock "Bob"

July 23, 1953 - May 12, 2021

Robert Fuller “Bob” Beverstock, Jr., 67, died peacefully at home on May 12. He left behind his devoted partner, Tracy Shifflett, whose tireless dedication eased his path during his nearly 2-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his mother, Ellen Beverstock (the late Robert F Beverstock), sisters Mary Ellen Cain (Edward) and Beth Paoloni (Richard), brother, Matthew (Susan) and Nathan Shifflett. He will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Bob will always be remembered as a man of many interests and abundant talents. He could build anything, grow and cook everything, and remember every lyric from every song from 1960 on. Beyond Tracy, Bob’s two great loves were boating and having fun. He was the life of the party and hosted many hilariously themed bashes. While we will look fondly on his mischief and laughter, we will never forget his decency, loyalty and generosity with his time and talents. He loved his family and his many, many friends and would do anything for any one of us.

Godspeed, Bob. We hope you’re wearing some really wild pants in heaven.

Private family services to celebrate Bob’s life will be held.

John W. Adams

John W. Adams, age 86, died peacefully at home on May 10, 2021 while in the care of Hospice of the Western Reserve.

John was was a lifelong Mentor resident, graduating from Mentor High School. He had a unique employment history, starting at the Painesville Telegraph and Curtis Industries during the advent of computer punch cards, moving to The Prudential where his charm and gift of gab put him in good stead, and concluding at the Denison family’s Quality Repair where his problem-solving abilities were a great asset. He made many friends along the way.

John was a talented stained glass artist. His home studio saw the creation of many beautiful projects, which were often recognized by local arts and crafts organizations. His glass hobby culminated in the creation of a 21-foot alter window for his church of many years, the Church of the Brethren in Painesville, OH. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed road trips around the US.

Surviving John are his wife, Martha L. Adams; son Douglas (Lavonne) Adams; former wife Mary Ann Dietz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Viola Adams and stepfather Harry Collins.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at the family home later this summer.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, all memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Lake County Humane Society.

Joan J. Epperson

Joan J. Epperson age 91 of Virginia, resided in Mentor. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her son Stephen and his wife Marchelle on May 3, 2021. Loving mother of the late James R. Epperson. Devoted wife of the late Ralph. Cherished grandmother of 3, and great-grandmother of 3. Loving sister of Ralph.

Joan was a member at East Heisley Church of God for 45 years. A Memorial Service for Joan will be held at a later date. Please check back on our website, for more information.

Marianne T. Lohrman

CHARDON – Marianne T. Lohrman was incandescent. For 73 years she shared her warmth, light and love. She laughed and cried with us. She created spectacular meals for us.  She was a compassionate friend, incredible wife, amazing mother, proud daughter, guiding sister, talented gardener and writer, woke activist, and so much more. She left this world on May 3, 2021, and became stardust, lighting the way for her loved ones past and those to follow.

She was born January 1, 1948, in Warren, Ohio to Thaddeus and Irene Was. Her dad would smile as she romped, her blonde hair bobbing in the breeze. She will always be his “Buttercup.”

Marianne’s finely honed intellect and natural talents took flight in many directions, including as a reporter for the Niles Times and Canton Repository and as a public relations professional for the Hoover Company, Heritage Trust and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition. She also earned a realtor’s license, helping many families find their dream homes. Her lifelong love of books opened doors to positions at the Chardon Public Library and the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library.

The lights in her life will forever be her husband Eugene (Gene) D. Lohrman, whom she married in 1968, their two remarkable children, Kirsten and James and grandchildren Alexa and Joe.

Her education included graduation from the Villa Maria High School in Villa Maria, Pennsylvania in 1966, She won the Junior Miss Pageant in 1965 during her junior year. She attended Kent State University, where she met Gene. When Gene was offered a job in South Carolina in1985, they moved their family to Summerville, S.C., where they lived for nearly 20 years. It was at the College of Charleston that Marianne earned a B.A. with honors in English Literature. She and Gene returned to Ohio in 2000, following the loss of their son, Jim, and her father, Thad.

Marianne was a loving force of nature, devoting her energies to being a wife, mother and “Gramee” to her grandchildren Alexa and Joe. She also relished her time with mother Irene, whom she called “Mamusia.”

Butterflies and gardens occupied a special place in Marianne’s heart, so she and Gene celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary touring Vancouver, British Columbia, Whidbey Island and the historic Butchart Gardens.

Her eye for design allowed her to create a distinctive and comfortable home for family and friends. The kitchen was her domain, where she often assembled incredible appetizers, savory meals and decadent desserts. The electric teakettle was always on for tea, ready to welcome visitors.

Marianne valued deeply the written and spoken word. She wrote poetry, short articles and exquisite letters to family and friends. In an article on the healing power of butterfly gardens, she wrote, “Why is it that the sight of a butterfly fills me with heart-expanding joy? Is it the beauty of form? The display of color? The delicacy of movement? Can it be something that approaches the divine? So many famous artists paint angels with expansive bird-like wings. I smile as I imagine teensy angels with butterfly wings. Soft, colorful, silent.”

 She searched for opportunities to serve a need and share her voice. Marianne was a natural leader and welcomed many to a variety of life-affirming organizations.  In memory of her son, Jim, she used her grief experience to support other bereaved parents. She became an active member of The Compassionate Friends Charleston, S.C. chapter and later the Geauga County chapter, contributing articles to the newsletter and meeting with parents who had lost their children. She used that same compassion through the Sjogren’s Syndrome Foundation.  She was a certified Laughter Yoga practitioner, sharing the power of therapeutic laughter as a stress reliever. Her fierce love for our American democracy led her to found and create a private Facebook page for women who shared her values and wanted to make a difference. She served on the board of the Burlington Green Homeowners Association.

 Marianne left this world as she lived it, with courage and grace. Surviving are her husband, Gene, of 52 years, daughter Kirsten Antony (Tracy) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and grandchildren Alexa and Joe Antony, her mother Irene Was of Warren, Ohio and sister Christine Zust (Mark) of Westlake, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her son, James A. Lohrman, father Thaddeus Was and sisters Phyllis Hare and Janice Douglass.

 The family thanks The Cleveland Clinic, The Gathering Place, the David Simpson Hospice House and in-home hospice nurses for their loving care of Marianne throughout her two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Due to COVID-19, no public viewing or service is scheduled. The family will host a private Celebration of Life memorial service this summer.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests supporting one of Marianne’s favorite charities, the World Central Kitchen at https://wck.org.

LINDA GILES

Linda Giles (Schlachter), 71, of Toledo, OH, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021 in Cleveland, OH.

Linda was born in 1949 to Robert and Louise Schlachter, in Cleveland, OH. She graduated from St. Ursula Academy in 1967 and later attended classes at Suomi and Heidelberg Colleges, as well as the University of Toledo. She met her former husband, Mark Giles, in 1970 and together they had 4 children. Linda devoted herself to being a full-time mom for many years, then worked for Toledo Public Schools as a Teacher’s Aide in Special Education, where she remained until she retired in 2011.

Linda loved gardening, antiques, birds and tea. She dedicated a lot of time to genealogy research over the years and loved learning about the history of the cities in which she had lived, Toledo and Cleveland. She was an avid reader and always had her nose in a book or a Reader’s Digest, her favorite magazine.

Linda was predeceased by her father, Robert J. Schlachter, mother, Louise Schlachter, and younger brother, Robert Schlachter. She is survived by her sister, Patricia Alcan (Schlachter) and her husband, Karl Alcan; her 2 sons and their wives, Aaron & Vera Giles, Nathan & Crystal Giles; her 2 daughters and their husbands, Andrew & Andrea Lane, Chuck & Kristen Scarl; and her 8 grandchildren.

The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the National Audubon Society, of which Linda was a member for many years.

Leslie Sutton

Leslie Sutton, 52, of Mentor Ohio, passed away on May 1st, 2021, with her daughters by her side.

Devoted mother of Emily Shea (Allen), and Sarah Sutton. Loving daughter of Charlotte Lowe. Cherished sister of Evan Lowe (Bev), Jeremy Lowe,(Kristi), Natalie Shiff, Stephanie Lowe, and Kerie Mecaskey (Doug). Aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Leslie worked as a delivery driver for the Plain Dealer for most of her teenage, and adult life. She was running a dog boarding and walking business from her home, which she loved so much. There was nothing that made her happier than having a house full of dogs. She enjoyed traveling when she could, and one of her favorite vacation things to do was parasailing. She would go every time she went on a warm weather water vacation. She was a kind, caring, loving woman, who would do anything for anyone at all, even opening her home to her friends that needed her. She was a mother, daughter, aunt, and a friend to so many.

There will be a small, private memorial for the family, and once the weather warms up, there will be a celebration of life at an out door venue, which will be posted to her Facebook once planned.

Robert L. Mowery

Robert L. Mowery of Painesville. Passed away on Sunday April 25, 2021.

Beloved husband of Roxanne (nee Covell). Loving step-father of Thomas C. Claypool of Columbus, and Timothy A. Claypool (wife Stephanie), of North Kingsville.

Cherished grandfather of Ashley Claypool, Kayla Tobias, Alex Claypool, Sydney Claypool, Gracie Claypool, and Timmy Claypool.

Great-grandfather of Nicholas, Calum, and Kace. Robert was preceded in death by his father Lee A. Mowery, and his mother Alice Berzinskas Switzer.

Loving brother of Ronald Mowery, Richard Mowery, Shirley Mowery McDonald, and Brian Switzer.

A Private Service for the Family will be held at a later date.

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