All Obituaries

William Thomas Hyland, age 72, passed away October 02, 2021 at his residence.  Born April 04, 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Martha (nee Wolaski) Hyland, he grew up and was a graduate of the West Tech High School.  Following his graduation he served his country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army.  After his discharge from the military, he made a professional career as a Cleveland Police Officer for 34 years, 2nd District, Badge 530. Bill was a "Modern Day...

Louise Inez Rivera (nee Samuel), passed away on September 23, 2021, at the age of 85. She is survived by children, Winona (Ronald), Belvin, Darlene, Della, Vanessa, and Samantha; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Nadine and brother Julius; daughter in law Monica.  She was preceded in death by children, Robert, Theresa, Timothy, Nicole, and sister, Eleanor. Arrangements and services will be at the convenience of the family.

A beautiful life​ That came to an end. She died as she lived, Everyone's Friend In our hearts a memory Will always be kept, Of the one we loved, And will never forget

Claudia Lenore Wiecek, age 77, passed away July 10, 2021, at Broadview Multi-Care Center, Parma, OH. Born October 15, 1943, to the late Nicholas and Marguerite (nee Wisch) Ezinski, she lived her entire life in the Cleveland and Parma area. A graduate of St. Procup High School, she was a parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Parma.  Claudia is survived by her son, Christopher (Amanda) Wiecek and grandchildren, Christina, Christopher, Andrew and Katherine.  In addition to her...

GRACE M. SKOWRON of Cleveland passed away peacefully at St. Augustine Manor in Cleveland on June 24th, 2021. Beloved mother of Deborah Sprague of Queens, New York. Pre-deceased by parents Frances (Kruszewski) and Joseph Skowron, as well as brother Robert Zergott and sister-in-law Frances Zergott. Grace graduated from St.Stanislaus High School and later went on to work for longtime friend Richard Sklar, a Democratic activist and advisor to former President Bill Clinton. The family will...

Elsie Corcoran (nee Garbler) passed away peacefully on June 23, 2021, at the age of 97. Born in Dover Township (Bay Village), Ohio, she was preceded in death by her parents, John and Anna (nee Koller), husband Patrick Corcoran, siblings Edna and Walter Garbler and sister-in-law Mary Garbler.  She is survived by her niece, Ann M. Garbler and a host of additional relatives and friends. Elsie resided in Cleveland and the surrounding area her entire life. Until she moved to assisted...

Lois P. Coffman (nee Korber), passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021, at the age of 80. Loving mother of Joyce Helscel, Cheryl Linhart, and Sandra (Scott) Lesco. Devoted grandmother of Amanda, Jeffery, Ashley, Andrew and Samantha; great-grandmother of Lilyan. Dearest sister of Ethel Balamuta and an aunt and great aunt of many. Lois was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jimmie Lee Coffman on April 29, 2007. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her...

Maria Socorro Velez, age 76, passed away Friday, June 04, 2021. Born April 07, 1945 in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, to the late Leoncio and Rosa Velez, she currently resided in Cleveland. She is survived by son, Noel Velez and grandchildren, Rose Velez, Lydia, Emily, Nicholas and Heidi Holtz. Services at the convenience of the family. GREGORY P. GODORHAZY FUNERAL HOME, (216) 351-4625, in charge of arrangements.

Larry W. Davis, born October 27, 1953, passed away May 29, 2021. He was a graduate of the John Hay High School and retired from Regional Transit Authority. Loving husband to Donna for 47 years; father to Derrick and Derrell; grandfather to Jalin, Derrick Jr. and Morgan Isabella Yvette. He will be loved and missed by family and friends.  A Virtual Funeral Service will be held via ZOOM at 5:00 PM, Sunday, June 20, 2021. (I.D. 2900992847, Password: LDEE).

Dennis Wayne Hart, age 60, passed away April 27, 2021 at Metro Hospital, Cleveland. He is survived by his loving mother, Helen (nee Morris) Fordyce; children, Michael, Amanda, Olivia and Branden Hart; grandchildren, Jackson, Marley, Evelyn  and Coltyn; siblings, Philip and Sherrie Hart, Robert Fordyce Jr. Preceding him in death was his father, Kenneth Hart. Dennis was a member of  PLAV Pulaski Post 30. The family will receive friends Sunday, May 2, 2021, at the GREGORY P....