Obituaries

Philip Carl Marchionna, Jr., 80, of Brunswick, OH, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022. He was born October 13, 1941 in Cleveland to the late Philip and Betty Marchionna.

Philip served in the United States Army, stationed in Arizona until moving to Cleveland.

Philip is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Judith,...

Scott M. Janke, “Buzzy” 48, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022.

Scott is the beloved son of Trudy (John) Gollmer, and the son of David (deceased) (Noreen) Janke.   Scott is also survived by his loving children, Madelyn Kirkpatrick, Noah, Spencer, Caroline and Isabella Janke, and the mother of his children, Angela Janke. He was the dear brother...

Arthur C. Liddy, 91, passed away March 22, 2022.  Arthur liked Air Force planes; he  loved watching the Cleveland baseball team; and he was a 67 year member of John W. Barkley Lodge.

Arthur possessed the Gift of Gab, and “Didn’t know a stranger”.  He impacted all who knew him, even the Hospice...

JOAN E. SCHOLLE (nee Dasko), 89 of Brook Park, passed away on March 14, 2022.

Joan is survived by her husband of 68 years, Henry, Sr.; children, Mark (Kathleen), Lisa Napier (Johnny), and Henry, Jr.; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Karen Dasko.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Frances Dasko;...

John J. Prior Jr., of Brunswick, Ohio, passed away February 20, 2022. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 19, 1937, to the late John J. Sr., & Catherine J. (Joyce) Prior.

John graduated from St. Edward High School, Lakewood, OH, in 1955.  He proudly served in law enforcement in the US Air...

Florene M. Zurilla, 83, of Brunswick, passed away on Monday February 21, 2022.

Florene loved quilting, cooking, baking, family gatherings, and going on bus trips and walking with her sister-in-law Elaine Woff, when they were able.

Florene is survived by her husband of 57 years Edward; children, Kimberly Kress (Steven) and Sharon Edwards; 6 grandchildren;...

Hilda Ruth Kirkwood “Ruthie” (nee McClelland) age 80 of Brunswick, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022. She was a hard-working person who simply loved people. Ruthie was always there for everyone and would give them the shirt off of her back if needed. Ruthie didn’t believe in strangers, just other people that she hadn’t met yet...

Mary Ann Borling, age 81, of Brunswick, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022.  She was born on May 19, 1940 in Berea, Ohio to Thomas and Juanita McLaughlin.  She was the oldest of nine siblings, whom she loved very much.

Mary Ann married Kenneth Borling in 1960, and raised her children living in Parma and...

Richard Mueller, age 67, of Brunswick, passed away January 31st, 2022.

Richard is preceded in death by his loving parents, Wilbur and Sally (nee Koss), and his brother Ronald. He is survived by his brother, Bob (Barb); nephew, Rob; niece, Steph (Frank); and his special friend, Michelle.

Visitation will...

Ralph Edgar Posey, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 22, 2022.  A proud veteran of the United States Army SP4.  Preceded in death by his wife Patricia A. Posey, Parents Worthy & Agnes Brown Posey, and Brother Harold T. Posey.  He is survived by his children Patricia (Jeffrey) Perrin, Thomas (Lisa) Posey...

Elmer Vincent Rogers Jr. passed away peacefully on January 21st 2022 at the age of 88. Elmer was preceded in death by his parents; Elmer and Dorothy; his brother, David; and sister, Dorothy June Rogers. Elmer is survived by his loving wife, Judith Rogers (née Searle) of 63 years; his sister, Ruth Nixon (Bruce); two daughters, Eileen...

Donald E. Coffman of Ashland was born on April 30, 1940, passed away on January 12, 2022.

He is survived by his wife, Diana L. Coffman. Children, Perry and Rhonda Coffman, Patty and Jim Dravenstatt, Sam and Jody Coffman and Jerry Coffman, 14 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren.

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Hubert Seymore, 73 of Brunswick, was born in Wise County, VA on Oct. 18, 1948 to Curtis and Flora (nee Bolden) Seymore.

Hubert is survived by his loving wife Mary (nee Young) who was born in Blair County, PA; son, David (Michelle) of Muskegon, MI, daughter, Sherri Albright (nee Seymore) (Shawn) of Collins, OH, and son Michael...

Clarence H. Sutton, 84, of Brunswick, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 following a brief illness.  Clarence loved spending time outdoors, especially deer hunting. He was an extremely hard worker who loved sharing stories of the old days and spending time with his family.  His kindness was felt by those  who met him and will be deeply...

ELIZABETH M. BALL, 88, passed away Friday, December 31, 2021.

Wife of the late Edgar James. Sister of the late Jim Duncan (Ann, surviving). Aunt of Joe Duncan (deceased), Diana Basenback and Debbie Duncan. Great aunt of Charlie, Amy, and David Duncan, Matthew and Mark Basenback. Great, Great aunt of several.

Friends may call at...

Lilas G. Velardo, 73, of Medina passed away with grace & peace on Saturday Dec. 25th, 2021. She was born August 16, 1948 to parents, Hansen E Green and Frances T (nee Traxler) Green.

Lilas was a graduate of Brecksville H.S. and Bowling Green University, where she earned her Bachelors in Elementary Education. She married Richard Velardo...

Venita M. Nilsen, 86 of Fairview Park, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021.

Venita was the loving wife of the late Roy; loving mother of Robert (Sue); and sister of Jan Spell.

She was a Past Worthy Matron and 50 year member of Ellbrook Chapter #408 OES. Venita was also a...

Norman F. Shaffer, 66 of Brunswick passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021 after battling Covid-19. He graduated from Padua High School and was retired from Ford Motor Company. Norman was a member of the Brunswick Eagles and was a good friend to all. He loved his dog Max and loved woodworking and cooking.  He will be...

Jamie Lynn Kluter from Brecksville, Ohio came into this world April 16, 1985, and departed unexpectedly December 3, 2021.

She was the mother of London Lee Marie. The beloved daughter of Jim (Linda) Kluter and the late Debra (Haley). Sister of Jess Kluter (Joanne) and Sara Bacci-Tuskan (Brian). Granddaughter of the late James and Marjorie Kluter and...

Clarence R. “Bob” Hoffer passed away December 3, 2021.  Bob was very active in his church, Bethel Christian, serving as president of the golf league, usher, Sunday school teacher, bus driver, and organizer of the softball league, which was comprised of teams from many local churches.

Bob is survived by his loving wife...