Obituaries

Donald A. Faulhaber, Jr.

Donald A. Faulhaber, Jr.

Nov 11, 2025

Donald A. Faulhaber, Jr,, age 85, passed away November 11, 2025. Beloved husband of Luby (deceased) and Nancy (deceased). Cherished father of Donald, III (Dee), Tracy, Robin Ferrara (Jeff), and Brian (Maffy). Dear step-father of Jim Detelich (Marlene), Tom Detelich (Diane), John Detelich (Kim), and Kathleen Kossman (Greg), Loving grandfather of 18 and great-grandfather of 19 Dearest brother of William...

Jovanka Adzic

Jovanka Adzic

Oct 22, 2026

Jovanka "Joanne" Adzic, age 86, beloved wife of Stevan for over 60 years. Dear mother of Sue (Denis). Cherished baba (grandmother) of Nora, Ethan, Maja, Olivia, and Aiden. Sister of Dusanka, Bosiljka, and the following deceased: Mileva, Milka, Bosko, Ljubomir, Stevo, and Gojko. Beloved aunt and friend of many in US and Serbia.

She leaves behind a family she adored, including...

Floyd Lesti

Floyd Lesti

Oct 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Floyd Anthony Lesti November 14, 1943 – October 21, 2026 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Floyd Anthony Lesti, age 82, who peacefully passed away at his home. Beloved husband of the late Enrichetta (Rhea) (nee Vitale), Loving father of Anna Maria, Anthony (Cindy), and Nicholas (Cassie); cherished grandfather of Kara...

Gregory Kozyra

Gregory Kozyra

Oct 19, 2026

Gregory Kozyra, "Whiskers", age 73, beloved husband of Marcie (nee Frato), loving father of Matthew Kozyra, Jessica Cuevas (husband Marco), Adam Kozyra (wife Abbie), step-father of Anthony Bencie (wife Kate), Mary Romanini (husband Kyle) and Elizabeth Goldhamer (husband Jared), devoted grandfather of Connor, Isabella, Anthony Jr., Amelia and Olivia, dear son of Walter and Florence Kozyra (both deceased), loving brother...

Ljubomir Rakic

Ljubomir Rakic

Oct 17, 2026

Ljubomir Rakic, age 90, Beloved husband of Ranka. Cherished father of Mirjana (Dusko), Nada, Desa, and Milos (Molly). Loving grandfather of Nikola, Marina, and Ivana. Dearest brother of Tomislav (Jelena) and the following deceased: Kristina, Cvijo, Jezdimir, and Velimir. Dear son of the late Zivorad and Zorka.  Uncle and great-uncle to Milica, Aleksandar (Violeta), Stefani (Nate) Alyssa, Stefan, Sofia, Angelina,...

Richard Segulin

Richard Segulin

Oct 11, 2026

In Loving Memory of Richard Segulin

On October 11, 2026, the world lost a truly great man. Richard Segulin was a man who lived a life defined by resilience, hard work, deep sacrifice and a massive heart.

Preceded in death by his wife Marilyn (nee Ponikvar), twin brother William, parents and four other siblings.

Father to Rick, Rob (Tammy), Paula (Erik), and Lynn...

Nancy M Smilan

Nancy M Smilan

Oct 11, 2026

Nancy M. Smilan (nee Sharwark), age 93, passed away into the waiting arms of Jesus on October 11, 2026.  Beloved daughter of the late Stanley and Theresa (Mandrake) Sharwark.  

Loving wife of Carl F. (deceased). Dearest mother of Carl R. (deceased) (Kathy), Bruce (Mary), Paul, Theresa Gorecki (Greg), and Mary Clark (Ray). Cherished grandmother of John Rockwood (Jessica), Connie Leffler (Scott),...

Mileta Marinkovic

Mileta Marinkovic

Oct 7, 2026

Mileta Marinkovic, Loving husband of Mirjana (nee Milojkovic ). Loving father of Branko (Irena) and Darko (Michelle), Cherished grandfather of Djordje, Aleksandra and Theodore. Step-father of  Goran Skopljak (Sanja) and their children Djordje Skopljak and Natalija Skopljak Dear brother, uncle, kum and friend of many in US and Serbia.

Mileta retired from MTD after 35 plus years of service. He was...

Mary Ann Stimson

Mary Ann Stimson

Oct 7, 2026

Mary Ann Stimson (nee Toddy), age 87, passed away October 7, 2026. Beloved wife of Richard “Dick” for 67 years. Loving mother of Kathy (Fletcher) and Jeff (Angie). Cherished grandmother of Nate (Sarah), Zach (Jessica), Justin, Sarah, and Ryan. Dearest great-grandmother of Brooks, Lincoln, and Kennedy. Sister of the following deceased: Tom, Bud, and Bill. Beloved aunt and friend of...

Nagoua R Malek

Nagoua R Malek

Oct 2, 2026

Nagoua Malek, age 83, of Pepper Pike, went home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband Nabil Malek, her brothers Nabil and Nazem Fahmy, and her sister Nadia Ramez, her niece Nehal Yassa, and her son-in-law Tom Mulholland. She is survived by her son Nader Malek, her daughter Niveen Mulholland,...

Erin Zakhary

Erin Zakhary

Sep 29, 2026

Erin Zakhary, 55, passed away peacefully on 9/29/26 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Born on October 31st 1970 in Sohag, Egypt, Erin lived a life marked by devotion to her family and faith in God. She graduated from Tanta University with a Bachelor in Accounting. Upon relocating to the US, she focused on her children and caring for the household.

Erin was known for...

James M Falther

James M Falther

Sep 28, 2026

James Meriam Falther, age 92, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, in Centerville, Ohio. He was born on June 23, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Albert D. Falther Sr. and Margaret Ann (Meriam) Falther, and his brother, Albert D. Falther Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife of more than 60 years, Mary...

Andrea C Leamon

Andrea C Leamon

Sep 17, 2026

Andrea C Leamon, age 85, of North Royalton, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Beloved wife of Robert E. Leamon of over 30 years (deceased). Dearest mother of Ronald C. Marko, (Theresa M.) and beloved grandmother of Leah M. Marko. Step-mother of Christopher P. Leamon (Julie) and his children Ashlyn & Evan Leamon, Karyn J. Burnworth (Jeff) and...

Stephan A Black

Stephan A Black

Sep 16, 2026

Stephan A. Black, 41, of Westlake, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026.  Stephan was the cherished son of the late Catherine A. Black and Dennis S. Black. He was a beloved brother to Dave A. Black; Pamela A. Lincheck (the late David M. Lincheck); and Jennifer Black Davis (Greg Davis). He was a loving uncle to Theresa M....

Thomas F Rantanen

Thomas F Rantanen

Sep 15, 2026

Thomas F. Rantanen, age 80, of North Royalton, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.  Dearest son of Oscar and Anne (nee Babish) (both deceased).  Beloved husband of Bonnie (nee Gastel) for 55 years.  Devoted brother of Robert J. (Mildred) and Ronald E. (Penny).  Proud godfather and uncle of Allison Baloglu, Matthew Chirdon, Lindsay Helmuth, Mary Bridget Burns, and...

Winifred Charlotte Dolezal

Winifred Charlotte Dolezal

Sep 12, 2026

Winifred “Winnie” Charlotte Dolezal (nee Richardson), age 107, of North Royalton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Leland Charles; loving mother of the late Nancy (Stephen) Mattes, Warren (Heidi) Dolezal, and Roy (the late Judy) Dolezal; cherished grandmother of Heather (James) Novak, Stephen (Rebecca) Mattes, Candace (Nicholas) Lewis, Matthew (Sara) Dolezal, and Katie...

Helmy A Awad

Helmy A Awad

Sep 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Helmy Awad

Helmy Awad, 82, of North Royalton, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, veteran, and successful businessman, Helmy lived a life defined by perseverance, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.

Born in Egypt, Helmy's life was marked by courage...

LaVerne Mae Samec

LaVerne Mae Samec

Sep 1, 2026

LaVerne Mae (Jirik) Samec was born on March 4, 1933, to Marie (Coufalik) and James Jirik, and spent 93 years building a life defined by family, faithfulness, heritage, humor, and love. LaVerne passed away on September 1, 2026. Her family takes comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her husband, Milan, and loved ones who passed before her.

LaVerne married...

Malak Samy Saba

Malak Samy Saba

Sep 1, 2026

“Blessed is the one You choose, And cause to approach You, That she may dwell in Your courts. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of Your house, Of Your holy temple.”-Psalms 65:4

In Loving Memory of Malak Saba

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Malak Saba, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, physician, and faithful servant of God....

Dusan Rosic

Dusan Rosic

Aug 18, 2026

Dusan Rosic, age 84, Loving husband of Todora (deceased). Dear father of Bob, Stevo (Elizabeth), and Svetlana (Sandor) Makovits. Cherished grandfather of Gavin, Milan and Sela. Loving brother, uncle and friend of many.

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