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Local Obituaries for Families in Brunswick, Garrettsville, & Medina in Ohio.

GINA M. PERKOVICH

GINA M. PERKOVICH

Mar 12, 2024

“Gina” Regina M. Perkovich (nee Jaworski), age 68, passed away peacefully with her family close by her side on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. She was born June 13, 1955, to the late Mary and Edward Jaworski.

In addition to her parents, Gina is preceded in death by her beloved brother, Ron.

She will be dearly missed by her sons, Jack...

KATHRYN J. HAVENETH

KATHRYN J. HAVENETH

Mar 9, 2024

Kathryn J. Haveneth, 85, is reunited with her loving husband of 51 years, Walter.  She passed away at home, supported by family on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Kathy was born on December 7, 1938, to the late Dorothy and George Suda. She is survived by her loving sister, Marilyn Wodzisz.

Kathy will be dearly missed by her children: Lisa Haveneth, Amy...

PEGGYANN THORNE

PEGGYANN THORNE

Mar 9, 2024

Peggyann Thorne, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2024, with her family by her side at Kemper House.  She is reunited with her husband, George, and her beloved daughter, Cathy.  She will be dearly missed by her son, Russ (Karen) and those who loved her.  

Peggy was a longtime resident of Brunswick, Ohio, and accountant at Admiral Products....

JOSEPH WILLIAM KONECNY, JR.

JOSEPH WILLIAM KONECNY, JR.

Mar 8, 2024

Joseph William Konecny Jr, 74, of Berea, passed away peacefully Friday, Mar. 8, 2024, with his loving wife by his side.

Joe is survived by his devoted wife Lynn; children, Joseph (Stephanie) Konecny, Robert (Anne) Konecny, Michelle (Wendy) Konecny, David (Jennifer) Konecny, Sarah (Michael) Schetz, Michael (Tory) Konecny and Amanda (Jeremy) Westgate; grandchildren, Alex (Kortney) Trace and Rachel (Chris) Gillis, Danny...

DAVID KEITH RICHARDS

DAVID KEITH RICHARDS

Mar 8, 2024

David Keith Richards, age 71, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024. He was born on October 23, 1952, to the late Joseph and Pauline (Ireland) Richards. On March 31, 1978, he married Mary Beth Braeunig in Sandusky, Ohio. 

 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Jason Richards and daughter Melissa Richards.  

 

He will be...

TERESA G. ELZER

TERESA G. ELZER

Mar 7, 2024

Teresa G. Elzer, age 89, of Brunswick, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 7, 2024, and is now reunited with her husband of 67 years, the late Donald J. Elzer. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 11, 1934, to the late Stanislaus and Helen (Porolnik) Baczkowski.Teresa brightened any room she entered. Helping others, especially her...

CONCETTA MALECHA

CONCETTA MALECHA

Mar 6, 2024

Concetta M. Malecha, 60, of Litchfield Township, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.  She was born March 14, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio.She was very crafty.   Concetta enjoyed watching the T.V. show Friends, decorative gnomes, and going to dinner, as well as local concerts with her husband, Scott.  She loved spending time with her family, gathering in the barn...

ANGELA VENTO

ANGELA VENTO

Mar 5, 2024

Angela Vento, an amazing and beautiful woman, cherished by all who knew her, passed away on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024, at Medina Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. Born on June 6th, 1959, Angela’s legacy is one of compassion, laughter, and an endless capacity to nurture and uplift those around...

ANDREW J. SHIMKO

ANDREW J. SHIMKO

Mar 5, 2024

Andrew “Andy” J. Shimko, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. He was born on September 20, 1941, to the late Ignatius M. and Cecelia M. (nee Hudak) Shimko. 

Andy grew up in the Slovak neighborhoods of Lakewood, graduating from St. Edward High School, then serving in the Army as a medic stationed in Germany. What followed was a...

JACQUELINE KAYE "JACKIE" KOVACS

JACQUELINE KAYE "JACKIE" KOVACS

Feb 29, 2024

Jacqueline Kaye “Jackie” Kovacs, 82, of Ravenna, formerly of West Virginia, passed away February 29, 2024, at Woodlands Health and Rehabilitation Center of Ravenna. She was born February 6, 1942, in Fort Bragg, VA, to the late John Carl and Anna Catherine (nee Cronenberg) Perry.

She attended the Corcoran School of Art in Washington, D.C., and enjoyed doing Name Art for...

JEFFERY A. JAMES

JEFFERY A. JAMES

Feb 29, 2024

Jeffery A. James, age 62, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024. He was born on January 4, 1962, to the late Jimmy R. and Helen June (nee Bare) James. 



He leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Dawn James (nee Marley) and his daughter, Kelsie James. He also leaves behind two other daughters, Sherry Luke and Angela Vacek; his brother,...

JUAN FONSECA-BAEZ

JUAN FONSECA-BAEZ

Feb 26, 2024

Juan Fonseca-Baez, 70, of Lorain, Ohio passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024.  He was born December 14, 1953, in Lorain, Ohio to the late Juan Fonseca and Berta Baez.

Juan was a building maintenance supervisor but enjoyed things like carpentry and had a great eye for detail.  He enjoyed working with his hands, woodworking, building and fixing stuff. He also...

DENNIS LYNCH

DENNIS LYNCH

Feb 24, 2024



Dennis Lynch, 89, passed away on Saturday, February 24, after a long battle with dementia. His wife Margaret (nee Sullivan) proceeded Dennis in death in June of 2018.



He was born in Cleveland on February 16, 1935 to James and Margaret (nee Linden). Dennis was a middle child of nine children including: James (Marjorie), Theresa (Charles Kenzig), Thomas (Marilyn), Margaret (Ray...

CHERYL A. HARTPING

CHERYL A. HARTPING

Feb 23, 2024

Cheryl A. Hartping, born October 5,1946, of Hinkley, Ohio, passed away on February 23, 2024. Family will have a Celebration of Life this Thursday February 29 ,2024 at there home. 2023 Ledge RD Hinkley OH 44233

JUDITH MCKNIGHT

JUDITH MCKNIGHT

Feb 22, 2024

Judith L. McKnight was received by her Lord with open arms on Thursday, February 22, 2024, while at Hospice of The Western Reserve, Medina, Ohio.

Judith was born August 9, 1938, in Berea, Ohio, to the late Donald and Rhea Beeler.  She enjoyed working with flowers along with spending time on her computer, sewing, needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, scrapbooking, reading, and going...

STANLENE P. "TANNY" ESTERLE

STANLENE P. "TANNY" ESTERLE

Feb 22, 2024

Tanny Esterle (born Stanlene P. Hinkle) passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2024 surrounded by her treasured family. 



Tanny was born to the late Stanley and Irene (Vanke) Hinkle on October 5, 1945 in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from East High School, followed by Hammel Business College. While there, she met the love of her life, Howard Esterle, with whom she...

JAYNIE M. CUSICK

JAYNIE M. CUSICK

Feb 21, 2024

Jaynie Marie Cusick was a beloved grandmother to three girls, mother to four, aunt to three, sister, wife, and partner. Jaynie recently celebrated her 79th Birthday with family and friends. She passed away peacefully on the morning of 21 February 2024.

Jaynie is survived by her three children, Annette Cusick, Colleen Gasparini, and Renee Strictland, with James Cusick as well as...

JOAN E. HANZEL

JOAN E. HANZEL

Feb 21, 2024

Joan Hanzel (Dailey) 70, of Twinsburg, OH, entered into the kingdom of heaven on February 21, 2024    after a quick and courageous battle with metastatic melanoma.

She was born on October 28, 1953 in Cleveland, OH, to the late Vernon and Emma (Shaw) Dailey. Joan spent her years, after retiring from JCPenney, doing all the things she loved including caring...

MELVIN G ZELEK

MELVIN G ZELEK

Feb 20, 2024

Melvin “Mel” G. Zelek, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. He was born on December 12, 1938. 

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 65 years, Marie A. (nee. Corrao) Zelek; children, Michael (Maryann) Zelek, Susan (David) Stone and Lisa (Clint) Baker; grandchildren, Nicholas, Rachel, Olivia and Matthew. 

Melvin had a passion for golf, a knack...

BLANCHE L MICHETTI

BLANCHE L MICHETTI

Feb 19, 2024

Blanche L. Michetti, age 94, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024. She was born on September 26, 1929, to the late Sally (nee. Smolinski) and Frank Pilarski. 

She is reunited with her husband of 30 years, Joseph Michetti. She is also reunited with her son, Thomas Michetti and many other beloved family members.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving...

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