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Raymond G. Sterk, 96, U.S. Army Veteran
Raymond “Ray” G. Sterk, age 96, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, in Amherst.
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Sandra Fulmer Peloquin, Had a Deep Love for Music
Sandra Fulmer Peloquin, beloved wife of James Peloquin of 35 years and devoted mother of two daughters, passed unexpectedly on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in Elyria.
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Robert P. Santana, 64, Will Be Dearly Missed
Robert P. “Bobby” Santana, the eldest born child of six to Gladys E. and Manuel A. Santana was received by Our Father God at the age of 64 surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy battle with colon cancer where he fought through immense pain and suffering.
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Daniel F. Popovich, 74, Will Be Dearly Missed
Daniel F. Popovich of Galena, Ohio, passed away on January 6, 2026.
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Dorothy A. Pakos, 99, Enjoyed Bowling
Dorothy A. Pakos, age 99, passed away peacefully at her Avon Lake residence on Christmas evening.
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David "Edsel Dave" Pilger, 83, Known for His Ability to Fix or Repair Just about Anything
David “Edsel Dave” Pilger, age 83, of Sheffield Lake, passed away on the morning of Friday December 26th in the emergency room of Mercy Health Lorain Hospital following a brief illness.
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Leonard A. Findish, 85, Fondly Remembered For His Trademark Wit and Humor
Leonard A. "Len" Findish, 85, of Lorain, died Wednesday December 24, 2025 at his home while lovingly surrounded by his family.
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Phyllis Margaret Holomuzki, 91, Enjoyed Trips to Las Vegas
After 91 years of life, Phyllis Margaret Holomuzki (née Litkovitz) of Lorain entered eternal rest on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
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Susan Marie Burnette, Loved Teddy Bears and Baskets
Susan �Sue� Marie (nee Straka) Burnette passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 14, 2025.
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Allan Gargasz, 78, Known for His Unwavering Generosity
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Allan “Al” Gargasz, 78, a cherished and lifelong resident of Lorain, who departed this life on December 4, 2025, after a brief stay at Mercy New Life Hospice.
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Patricia A. Murray, 76, Enjoyed Knitting, Crocheting, Reading, and Shopping
Patricia A. "Patti" Murray (nee Kissel), 76, of Lorain, died Thursday December 4, 2025 after a short illness.
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Marilyn R. Cook, 82, Enjoyed Reading and Jigsaw Puzzles
Marlyn R. Cook, age 82, passed away at Avon Place on the evening of Tuesday November 25, 2025.
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Cheryl A. Kuhar, 78, Enjoyed Reading, Dancing, and Music
Cheryl A. “Sherri” Kuhar (nee Lynchosky), 78, of Elyria, passed away Tuesday November 18, 2025 at the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland.
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Michael S. Bansek, 65, Enjoyed Collecting Wine
Michael S. Bansek, 65, of Hartsel, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday November 1, 2025.
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Frank A. Masin, 87, U.S. Army Veteran
Frank A. Masin, age 87, of North Royalton, and formerly of Lorain, passed away peacefully on the evening of Sunday November 2, 2025 following a brief illness.
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