Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Gabriel Reyes

Gabriel Reyes

May 25, 2025

Gabriel Reyes, born on May 2, 1944, in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, transitioned peacefully from this life on May 25, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. His remarkable journey spanned over eight decades, filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished memories.

Gabriel was a devoted husband to Nereida Reyes with whom he shared an incredible 48 years of marriage, celebrating a bond that was...

Edwin Medina, Jr.

Edwin Medina, Jr.

May 24, 2025

Edwin Medina, Jr., a beloved son, brother, uncle, and loving friend to many, passed away on May 24, 2025, at the age of 39.

Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to his parents, Evelyn and Edwin Medina, Sr., Edwin enjoyed every moment of his life. He loved traveling and exploring different places, taking in the sights, meeting the people, and experiencing...

Yvonne Vanessa Jordan

Yvonne Vanessa Jordan

May 24, 2025

Yvonne Vanessa Jordan, age 68, passed away on May 24, 2025. Beloved daughter of the late Fareeda Mansur and Assim Mansur. Loving mother of Latina Jordan, Rembert Jordan, and Fredrick Smith. Cherished grandmother of ReChaun (deceased), Datina, Phillip, Breana, London, Jamir, Keanna, Keasia, Keaun, ReChaun, Rashad, Alayah, Jayla, Fredrick Jr., Nicholas, Da’Ron, and Haleigh. Adored great-grandmother of Jay’Chaun, Khalid, Jay’Ceon,...

Lowell Benton Thompson

Lowell Benton Thompson

May 24, 2025

Lowell Benton Thompson, 82, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on September 29, 1942, Lowell (Ben) proudly served his country in the United States Air Force before making his home in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1965. A man of deep integrity and dedication, he began his professional journey as a lineman...

Candice Talton

Candice Talton

May 23, 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...

George Ohmer

George Ohmer

May 23, 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...

George Ohmer

George Ohmer

May 23, 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...

Nina L. Lloyd

Nina L. Lloyd

May 23, 2025

Nina L. Lloyd, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the age of 72. Born on October 31, 1952, in Charleston, West Virginia, Nina embraced every moment of her life with a vibrant spirit and an unwavering dedication to her family and friends.

Nina was the cherished daughter of the...

Grant Eves

Grant Eves

May 23, 2025

Grant Eves, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in the comfort of his home in Cleveland, Ohio. His journey began on July 7, 1952, when he was born in the same vibrant city that he would later call home throughout his life. Grant's spirit shone brightly, filled with warmth and kindness...

Zeinab Abdula Suleiman

Zeinab Abdula Suleiman

May 23, 2025

Zeinab Abdula Suleiman passed away on May 23, 2025. Janazah prayers were held on May 24, 2025. Interment West Park Cemetery. 

Jerry Lee Hamilton

Jerry Lee Hamilton

May 22, 2025

Jerry Lee Hamilton, age 71, passed away on May 22, 2025. He was born on May 17, 1954, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, the late Moddest Lee and Della Muriel Hamilton.

Beloved father of Matthew David Hamilton, and former husband and beloved companion of Marietta Hamilton. Cherished by his treasured cat, Callie. Dear brother of Donald Hamilton, Pamela Butler,...

Climance Nyef Abuhamdeh

Climance Nyef Abuhamdeh

May 22, 2025

Climance Nyef Abuhamdeh passed away on May 22, 2025. Janazah Prayers were held on May 23, 2025. Interment West Park Cemetery.

Nancy Marie Thombs

Nancy Marie Thombs

May 21, 2025

Nancy Marie Thombs, age 71, passed away on May 21, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1953, in Delaware, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Fred Lash and Imogene Dever.

Nancy was the beloved wife of the late Butch Thombs and the devoted mother of Lisa Fisher, James Schulz (Aida Lopez), and William Schulz. She was a cherished grandmother...

Brian Edward Garsky, Sr.

Brian Edward Garsky, Sr.

May 20, 2025

Brian Edward Garsky, Sr., age 63, passed away on May 20, 2025. He was born on October 2, 1961, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Richard Garsky, Sr. and Nancy Majtan.

Beloved father of Michelle Garsky, Brian Garsky, Jr., and John Hernandez, Sr. Cherished grandfather of Natalia Wallace, Abel Martin, John Hernandez, Jr., and Shermari Hernandez. Dear brother of Dennis...

Roger H. Pigott

Roger H. Pigott

May 19, 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...

Juanita Fontanez

Juanita Fontanez

May 18, 2025

Juanita Fontanez, a cherished matriarch, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the remarkable age of 95. Born on February 28, 1930, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. Her life was a testament to love, resilience, and family. Beloved wife of the late Julio Fontanez, with whom she shared 50 wonderful years of marriage.

Juanita’s legacy lives on through...

Asukulu Asende

Asukulu Asende

May 17, 2025

Asukulu Asende passed away on May 17, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1996, and was the beloved son of Asende Abea and Mahimuna Haruna. 

Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, May 29, 2025, beginning at 4 p.m. at Slone & Co.Funeral Directors, 13115 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44111. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, May 30, 2025, at 10...

Raul Santiago

Raul Santiago

May 17, 2025

Raul Santiago, age 57, passed away on May 17, 2025. He was born on October 8, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois, to his loving parents, Ernesto Santiago, Sr., and Ana Esther Santiago.

Raul was the beloved husband of Sherri Lynn Santiago, devoted father of Raul Santiago, Jr., Antonio E. Santiago, and Mya Santiago, and proud stepfather of Jasmine, Roberto Caraballo, Brandon Caraballo,...

George T. Bailey, Jr.

George T. Bailey, Jr.

May 16, 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...

Stanley E. Jones

Stanley E. Jones

May 16, 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...