Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Kathy Lynn Vest

Kathy Lynn Vest

Jun 12, 2025

Kathy Lynn Vest, age 54, passed away on June 12, 2025. She was born on September 2, 1970, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, Bill Lee Allen and Rose Ann Benson.

Kathy was the beloved wife of the late Jimmy Donnelly and a devoted mother to Kelly (Greg), Tiffaney (Phil), and Kimberly. She was the cherished grandmother of Sebastian (Jazmin),...

Aise Nikovic

Aise Nikovic

Jun 12, 2025

Aise Nikovic passed away on June 12, 2025. Beloved wife and mother.

Family and friends are welcome on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. until time of Janazah Prayers at 1:30 p.m., at the Islamic Center of Cleveland 6055 W 130th St, Parma, OH 44130. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens. 

Monica Patterson

Monica Patterson

Jun 11, 2025

Private Services.

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love and...

Linda S. Hall

Linda S. Hall

Jun 9, 2025

Linda S. Hall, age 63, passed away on June 9, 2025. She was born on May 23, 1962, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late David Hall and Mae Maleto.

Linda was the beloved wife of Vickie L. Decker and the devoted mother of Nicole Decker, Scott E. Decker, Jomm Decker, and Amanda L. Decker. She was a cherished...

Jose Miguel Rodriguez

Jose Miguel Rodriguez

Jun 9, 2025

Jose Miguel Rodriguez, age 64, passed away on June 9, 2025. Loving son and brother. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors. 

Gulgun Dincman

Gulgun Dincman

Jun 6, 2025

Gulgun Dincman passed away on June 6, 2025. Janazah Prayers were held on June 10, 2025. Interment Knollwood Cemetery.

James J. Walsh

James J. Walsh

Jun 6, 2025

James "Jim" J. Walsh, passed away on June 6, 2025, in Medina, Ohio at the age of 79. Born on June 22, 1945, in Lakewood, Ohio, Jim lived a life filled with dedication to his career, community, and family.

After retiring as a custodian with Berea City Schools that spanned three decades, Jim continued to serve his community as a greeter...

Luz Aida Clemente

Luz Aida Clemente

Jun 5, 2025

Luz Aida Clemente, age 59, passed away on June 5, 2025. She was born on November 24, 1965, in the Bronx, New York, to her loving parents, the late Carmelo and Candida Cruz.

Luz was a devoted mother to Sandra Reyes, Henry Linder, Ramon Cruz, Yazmine Cruz, and Feliz Cruz. She was a proud and cherished grandmother to Ja'Lamar Reyes, Jayon...

Robert "Bob" Wayne Vargo

Robert "Bob" Wayne Vargo

Jun 4, 2025

Robert "Bob" Wayne Vargo, age 53, passed away on June 4, 2025. He was born on February 23, 1972, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, the late Bill C. Vargo and Mildred L. Vargo.

Beloved husband of Melinda Hill-Vargo. Devoted father of Robert, Emma, and Calvin. Dear brother of William Vargo and Debra (nee Vargo) Sleva. Treasured uncle to a...

Ramon Malave

Ramon Malave

Jun 3, 2025

Private Services.

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love and...

Allen Bruce Horn

Allen Bruce Horn

Jun 3, 2025

Allen Bruce Horn, age 63, passed away on June 3, 2025. He was born on July 14, 1961, in Mobile, Alabama, to his loving parents, the late Willie Lee and MayBell Horn.

Allen was known for his strong work ethic, his love of football, and his passion for all things sports. He was deeply loved by his family and friends and...

Rebecca Ilene Johnson

Rebecca Ilene Johnson

Jun 3, 2025

Rebecca Ilene Johnson, age 56, passed away on June 3, 2025. She was born on February 5, 1969, in Monticello, Indiana, to her loving parents, Daris, Sr., and Brenda Sue Johnson.

Rebecca was the devoted mother of Zachary Johnson and dear sister of Matt Johnson, Melissa Johnson, Daris Johnson, Jr., and Brian Johnson. She was preceded in death by her beloved...

Michael Kaine Paden

Michael Kaine Paden

Jun 1, 2025

Michael Kaine Paden age 27Beloved son of Tanya Legg (Billy Ackley) and Kenneth Paden. Loving brother of Alysa, Jordan, Ashely, Billy, Tristan, Kash and Hendrix. Dearest uncle of Jackson, Jayce and Avery. Cherished grandson of Cheryl Pahner (deceased) (Jesse Pahner), Jesse Legg and Marie and Bob Paden. Great-grandson of the late Martha Meadows. Michael had a lifelong passion for understanding...

Victor M. Mendoza

Victor M. Mendoza

Jun 1, 2025

Victor M. Mendoza, age 54, passed away on June 1, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1970, in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, to his loving mother, Melanea Torres.

Dear brother of Edwin Rosa, Luis Mendoza, Alex Torres, Vivian Torres, and Raquel Torres. Treasured uncle to a host of nieces and nephews. 

Victor enjoyed playing the lottery, bowling, baseball, stadium hot dogs with...

Karen L. Zanzig

Karen L. Zanzig

May 31, 2025

Private Services.

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love and...

Thong Duc Pham

Thong Duc Pham

May 31, 2025

Thong Pham, a proud Lieutenant of the Vietnam Marines, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, at 10:30 PM in Brunswick, Ohio. He was 80 years old.

Born on July 4, 1945, in Hanoi, Vietnam, Thong lived a life marked by courage, strength, and wisdom. He honorably served as a Lieutenant in the Vietnam Marines during the war, demonstrating exceptional leadership...

Lorraine Carmetta Woodstock

Lorraine Carmetta Woodstock

May 31, 2025

Lorraine Carmetta Woodstock, age 63, passed away on May 31, 2025. She was born on April 25, 1962, in Montego Bay, Jamaica, to her loving parents, Allan and Rosamind Woodstock.

Lorraine attended Baracks Road Primary and Salt Spring All Age schools during her early years in Jamaica. In 2007, Lorraine migrated to the United States in pursuit of new opportunities and...

Denise L. Tetzlaff Ontko Guinta

Denise L. Tetzlaff Ontko Guinta

May 31, 2025

Denise L. Tetzlaff Ontko Guinta, age 71, passed away on May 31, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1954, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Wilbur and Jeanette Tetzlaff.

Beloved wife of the late John Guinta. Devoted mother of Paul (Cassie) Ontko, Paula (Larry) Smith, and Tina (Forest) Gullett. Cherished grandmother of Paul, Amber, Joey, Mikey, Alex,...

Jacqueline Jones

Jacqueline Jones

May 30, 2025

Private Services.

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love and...

William Joseph "Smitty" Smith

William Joseph "Smitty" Smith

May 30, 2025

William Joseph “Smitty” Smith, age 62, passed away on May 30, 2025. Born on September 19, 1962, Bill lived a life marked by generosity, humor, and deep love for his family and friends.

A welder by trade and a man of many passions, Bill was an avid hunter and a dedicated motorcycle enthusiast, and very proud of his country as well...