All Obituaries

Carl E. Eldridge, 66, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday June 13, 2021 at UH Elyria Medical Center following a lengthy illness.  He was born April 20, 1955 in Cleveland and resided in this area all of his life.  Carl was retired from Drum Parts in Cleveland where he worked as a machinist for many years.  He also formerly worked as a mechanic at the Yellow Cab Company in Cleveland.  He was a member of Jones Road Congregational Church in Cleveland.  He enjoyed video...

Dolores E. Green (nee Bates), 91, of North Ridgeville and a former resident of Hinckley, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 12, 2020 in Westlake.  Mrs. Green was born on March 25, 1930 in Cleveland.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who always had a positive, friendly spirit.  She was an avid fan of the Indians, Ohio State and Browns.  Dolores Green is survived by: two daughters, Holly Ramsey (William) and Laurel Wolan (Jack); one son, Mark...

  Steven W. Moore, 69, of Olmsted Township, went to be with the Lord on Saturday June 12, 2021.  He was born in Cleveland on May 31, 1952 and graduated from Strongsville High School in 1970.  He had been a resident of Olmsted Township for over 40 years.  Steve met his wife Patti 50 years ago, and they were married for over 47 years.  Right after getting married, Steve and Patti founded their own construction business now known as J. L. Moore in Columbia...

Carol E. McNeeley (nee Barker), 70, a long-time resident of Elyria, formerly of Cleveland, passed away peacefully following a short illness on Thursday June 10, 2021 at University Hospital of Cleveland. She was born April 9, 1951, in Glenwood, West Virginia.  Carol worked in the E.R. at Southwest General Hospital in Middleburg Heights as a Patient Care Assistant for 18 years, retiring in 2011. She enjoyed: traveling to casinos, visiting the Amish country, and spending time with her...

    Cynthia G. “Cindy” Walker (nee Sutton) 87, of Berea, went home to be with the Lord on May 29, 2021.  She was born March 16, 1934 in Riseholme, Lincolnshire, England.  She met her American G. I. husband in England and moved with him to the United States in 1953.  She had resided in Cuyahoga County for many years.  Cindy was a wonderful wife, mother and, homemaker.  She was a devout Christian and formerly attended West Bethel Baptist Church...

On Sunday May 23, 2021 Glenn C. Bayless, 40, a life-time resident of Elyria, fell asleep and did not awaken. He is now finally and truly at peace at last. He was born October 26, 1980 in Elyria. Glenn attended Elyria High School. He worked for Heidelberg Distributing in Lorain as a warehouse manager for 4 years. Glenn enjoyed cooking, being a BBQ master, music, throwing picnics, and he was a cornhole legend! He is survived by: his wife of two years, Jenna Bayless; two sons,...

Aaron Sayre, 27, a lifelong resident of North Ridgeville, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his home, following a brief illness. Aaron was the cherished son of Heidi Sayre and beloved brother of Hilary Sayre. If you knew Aaron, you know that he loved his family and friends, doing anything he could to help anyone. Aaron had a very special bond with his dog, Rocco, and loved his work as a sound engineer, designing and building car stereo systems. Visitation will be at Liston...

    Maggie C. Blackburn (nee Noland), 89, of Lorain, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday May 18, 2021.  She was born September 21, 1931 in Williamstown, West Virginia.  Mrs. Blackburn formerly resided in Elyria and Warrenton, MO.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker.  Mrs. Blackburn also worked in the customer service department of Child Evangelism Fellowship in Warrenton, Mo.  She attended First Baptist Church of Elyria. ...

        Marie Ann Vlach (nee Virone), 77, of North Ridgeville, passed away Thursday November 26, 2020 at St. John Medical Center in Westlake following a two week battle with Covid-19 and Pneumonia.  She was born September 5, 1943 in McIntyre, PA.  Marie was a 1961 graduate of North Olmsted High School and resided in North Ridgeville for 33 years.  She was the owner of Marie Ann Catering for over 30 years and retired in 2008.  Marie enjoyed...

    Debbie L. Sliman (nee White), 56, of Middleburg Heights, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Thursday May 13, 2021.  She was born April 4, 1965 in Berea, was raised in Columbia Station and attended Columbia Local Schools.  Debbie worked as an STNA for over 20 years at several area nursing homes and last worked at Villa Camillus in Columbia Station.  She loved being surrounded by her family and friends.  Debbie is survived by: her husband, David...