All Obituaries

      Wilma J. Workman (nee Kouns), 92, of North Ridgeville, passed away at her residence on Saturday October 1, 2022.  She was born September 26, 1930 in Eunice, West Virginia.  Mrs. Workman had resided in North Ridgeville since 1967 and was dedicated to taking care of her family and her home.  She was a former member of North Ridgeville Baptist Church and of T.O.P.S. (weight loss group).  She enjoyed her grandchildren, gardening, canning and walking...

  Robert F. “Bobby” Chapman Jr., 53, of North Ridgeville, passed away unexpectedly at St. John Medical Center in Westlake on Friday September 30, 2022.  He was born April 17, 1969 in Elyria.  Bobby was a life-long resident of North Ridgeville and a 1987 graduate of North Ridgeville High School where he was a member of the football team.  He worked for many years as a Heavy Equipment Operator and was respected by his co-workers for his abilities. He was also...

Mary Elizabeth Italiano, 60, a resident of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Thursday, September 22, 2022. She was born February 1, 1962, in Cleveland. MaryBeth took pride in being the best mother she could be and loved raising her daughters. She enjoyed spending time with her family, taking care of others, and visiting her grandpups. MaryBeth is survived by her two daughters, Jane Mellinger (Jon Coyne), and Julie Mellinger; and her three dogs, Sasha, Zoey, and...

Janet Ann Lacey, 52 (forever 16), a resident of Lorain, passed away following a long illness on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland. She was born September 5, 1970 in Cleveland, was raised in North Ridgeville and was a graduate of North Ridgeville High School. Janet obtained her Associates degree in criminal justice, and enjoyed reading, cross stitch, and taking care of her cat Lucky. She is survived by her sister, Betty Cantley (James);...

Richard L. Keyes Jr., 63, a resident of Ravenna, Passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was born June 20, 1959, in San Diego, CA. He was very diverse in many subjects of life and he had a wealth of knowledge. Richard prided himself on being the world’s best salesman. He was a lifelong student and enjoyed photography, being an outdoors sportsman, fishing, archery, target shooting, bird watching, camping, and spending time in nature. Richard...

Cynthia Ann Francis, 65, a longtime resident of Eaton Township, passed away following a short battle with cancer Tuesday, September 13, 2022. She was born June 15th, 1957, in Cleveland. Cynthia enjoyed latch hooking, singing,  crossword, word search puzzles and she loved collecting porcelain dolls. She was a 1975 graduate of Midview High School in Grafton, and attended Lorain County Community College. Cynthia was also a former member of North Eaton Baptist Church in Grafton, and...

William Lee Gardner, 75, a longtime resident of North Ridgeville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Bill was born on April 16, 1947 in Cleveland, OH. After graduating from North Ridgeville High School, he played football for Marietta College. He transferred to the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he graduated in 1971 with a B.S. in Engineering. He later received his masters from the U.S.C. Institute of Safety and Systems Management. Bill was a Renaissance Man. He dutifully...

Gail Neville (nee Hixenbaugh), 87, a long time resident of the Mayfield area, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at O’Neill Healthcare in North Olmsted on Saturday, September 10, 2022. She was born in Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania on July 24, 1935.  Gail often volunteered for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, and the Cuyahoga County Metro Parks. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, jigsaw puzzles, reading, and spending time with her family, especially her great...

      Dora L. Honaker (nee Clark), 66, of Cleveland, passed away following a short illness at Village of the Falls in Olmsted Falls on Friday September 9, 2022.  She was born January 7, 1956 in Cleveland and she was a life-long resident of the Cleveland area.  Dora was a 1973 graduate of West Tech High School in Cleveland and a graduate of the St. John’s School of Nursing in Cleveland.  She also received further training at Metro Health Medical Center...

  Edward R. “Ed” Vlach Sr., 81, of North Ridgeville, passed away peacefully at St. John Medical Center in Westlake on Tuesday December 14, 2021.  He was born August 25, 1940 in Cleveland and had resided in North Ridgeville for 34 years.  Mr. Vlach worked as a truck driver for the Pepsi Cola Company in Cleveland for 37 years and retired in 2002.  He enjoyed golfing, bowling, traveling, going out to eat with friends, and he especially enjoyed watching his...