All Obituaries

Joann Elizabeth Brinza went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 88, at Highland Springs Memory Care in Dallas, Texas. Born September 1, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Michael and Margaret Brinza. She is survived by her sister, Connie McCreery of Dallas, TX; niece, Lisa Griffin (Bill) of Dallas, TX; and nephew, Mark McCreery (Sharon) of Burnsville, NC. Known affectionately as “Joannie” or “AJ” to ...

Judith Ann Gillen, age 67, passed away unexpectedly April 05, 2025 at her residence. Born October 21, 1957 to the late Francis and Lois (nee Knecht) Kinney, she resided in North Olmsted. Judy is survived by her loving husband, Andrew; daughter, Laura (David) Baus; grandchildren, Andrew and Shawnie; nieces and nephews, Nick, Liz and Mikki. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son, Jeffrey Lewis; brother Francis Kinney and sister, Laura Derrit. All services will be private. ...

Leonard John Hyczwa, age 83, passed away November 19, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Judy Ann Hyczwa (nee Jaros). Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to John and Mary (nee Wolnik) Hyczwa (Hitsman).  Beloved father to Mary Seng (Andrew), Michael Hyczwa (Sheilia) and preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Hyczwa (Kelley). Stepfather to Melissa Csepel, Cindy Steward (Scott) and Christina Bottiglier.  Grandfather to 12, great grandfather to many. Brother to Jasiu Hyczwa (deceased), Gary Hitsman ...

Paul Edward Schroeder, died Friday, July 20, 2024 at Fairview Hospital after a short illness. He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Rosemary Palmer; sisters, Virginia (Thomas Lynn) Troyer of Stow, Ohio, Jeanette Schroeder of Cleveland, Ohio; son-in-law, David (Nicole Cornett) Borger of New Jersey, and four grandsons, Nicholas, Paul and Nathan Borger and Tyler Cefalo, all of New Jersey. He was preceded in death by daughter, Amanda Schroeder (Borger) and son, Edward (Augie) Schroeder; ...

Jerry W. Frank, 93, passed away February 10, 2024.  Renowned as the Fire Chief of Medina Township, a Senior Bank Examiner for the Federal Reserve, and a proud Korean War Veteran, Jerry touched the lives of many through his dedicated service and unwavering commitment to his community. He was the cherished husband of Judie Frank (nee Jones), sharing a bond of love and companionship that endured through the years. Jerry was a pillar of strength and support to his children: Mitzi, ...

Angeline (Angie) N. Lauter, age 97, passed away peacefully from natural causes on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Sprenger Health Care Town Center in Avon Lake, Ohio, her residence of the last three years. She was born on January 14, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Thomas and Rose Shkraduk (nee Mazur). Angie is survived by her daughters, Susan and Judith; siblings, Olga, Tom, and Sonya; 10 ...

Lawrence J. Haffner, age 80, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023. Born to the late Harry J. and Susan (nee Vana) Haffner, he was a wonderful man, a ray of love and comfort who kept to himself, but is now with his Lord and Savior. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by daughter and friend, Lisa Lawrence; brother Harold (Carol) Haffner; sister’s, Sue (Martin) and Mary Ann (Hien) and best friend, Bruce Cefaratti. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Darla ...

Jeffrey Allen Lewis, age 46, passed away unexpectedly November 26, 2023 at his residence. Born October 29, 1977 in Cleveland, Ohio to Harold Lewis (deceased) and Judith (nee Kinney) Gillen, he resided his lifetime in this area and most recently as a resident of Parma. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his stepfather Andrew Gillen; sister, Laura (Dave) Baus; nephews, Andrew and Shawnie; and cousins, Nick, Liz and Mikki. Private family arrangements.

Donald Ray Lowe, age 86, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 17, 2023. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Cora Joyce Lowe (née Osborne) and a host of loving friends. He was preceded in death by sons, Donald Ray Jr. and Teddy Lowe. Known as a Prayer Warrior to his church family, Don and Joyce attended Cooley Avenue Church of God, for many years. Private family services. Condolences may be sent to the family via the website.

Dorothy Irene Taylor (nee Ries), age 94, passed away May 28, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Lester; loving mother of Patricia Leonard and Jacqueline Mechelke; dear grandmother of Douglas and Michele; great grandmother of Brandon and Clayton. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Private burial, Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Ohio.