Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Jimmy D. Chambers

Jimmy D. Chambers

Nov 10, 2025

Jimmy D. Chambers, age 82, passed away on November 10, 2025. He was born on October 21, 1943, in Stollings, West Virginia, to his loving parents, the late Leonard J. and Beatrice M. (nee Lester) Chambers.

Beloved husband of the late Sharon (nee Silverton) Chambers. Devoted father of Edward (Karen) Chambers (deceased), Tina Chambers, Darlene Branard, and Annetta (Neil) Mackey. Cherished...

Joseph Leo Moore

Joseph Leo Moore

Nov 9, 2025

Joseph Leo Moore, age 50, passed away on November 9, 2025. He was born on November 12, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Rosemary Moore and the late Richard Moore.

Beloved father of Jamie, Jourdin, Tayler, Tyler, Avah, Jaxson, Baiylea, and Lilly. Dear brother of Larry, Rick, and the late Dawn. Treasured uncle of Courtney, Marissa, Justin, and Rachel.

Joseph...

Herbert Hoover Conner, Jr.

Herbert Hoover Conner, Jr.

Nov 9, 2025

Herbert Hoover Conner, Jr., age 69, passed away on November 9, 2025. He was born on June 13, 1956, in Birmingham, Alabama, to his loving parents, the late Herbert Hoover, Sr., and Maggie Conner.

Beloved father of Tanika Blunt, Tamar Smith, Jonathan Smith, Herbert Smith, André Conner, Andrea Conner, Anthony Conner, Tina Conner, Terrell Conner (deceased), Keith Jackson, Gene Jackson, Crystal...

John Weiss

John Weiss

Nov 7, 2025

John Weiss, beloved son of Elisabeth and Peter Weiss, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted father to Rachel Weiss and Elisabeth Weiss, and a proud grandfather to Delilah and Lilliana.John will be remembered fondly by his siblings Peter, Marieanne, Anneliese, and Steve, and is reunited in peace with his sister...

Tony Lee Jackson, Sr.

Tony Lee Jackson, Sr.

Nov 6, 2025

Tony Lee Jackson, Sr., age 67, passed away on November 6, 2025.

He leaves behind a legacy filled with love and family — a devoted sister, cherished nieces and nephew, beloved cousins, dear friends, loving wives, treasured grandchildren, adored daughters, and a beloved son. Tony was loved by many, remembered most for his selflessness and the way he always put others...

Mariano Cruz

Mariano Cruz

Nov 5, 2025

Mariano Cruz, age 72, passed away on November 5, 2025. He was born on January 18, 1952, in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. Beloved father of Santa Cruz. Cherished grandfather of Bobbi Gross, Sasha Gross, Alexandria Deal, Robert Gross, and Gabriella Gross, and treasured great-grandfather of Penelope Young.

A well-known musician in Cleveland, Mariano played his first Cleveland gig at the Puerto...

Jeanne Wood Johnson

Jeanne Wood Johnson

Nov 4, 2025

Jeanne “Auntie” Wood Johnson

The world lost David Bowie’s biggest fan today. In truth, we lost a woman of boundless curiosity, lived experience, and vim.

Have you ever met a real-life Mary Tyler Moore, but far edgier? If not, you missed out. Jeanne Wood Johnson was unforgettable. Many knew her just as Auntie, others as Bean, and a select few as “Gene...

Timothy Walden

Timothy Walden

Nov 3, 2025

Timothy "Tim" Walden, born on June 3, 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away at his residence on November 3, 2025. He was a cherished member of his community and will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.

Tim dedicated much of his professional life to the auto industry, where he excelled as a sales personnel, and later as a customer...

Leona Coles

Leona Coles

Nov 3, 2025

Leona Coles, age 70, passed away on November 3, 2025. She was born on October 25, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Antonio and Melda (nee Jamison) Mediate. Beloved wife of Michael Coles. Devoted mother of Emma Coles and Evelyn Coles. Cherished grandmother of Harmony Smith. Dear sister of Robert Mediate, David Mediate, Casey Coles, Robin...

Joshua Lee Serrano

Joshua Lee Serrano

Nov 3, 2025

Joshua Lee Serrano, age 30, passed away on November 3, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1995, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Juan Carlos Serrano and Janet Acevedo. Beloved husband of Brittany (nee Rodriguez) Serrano. Devoted father of Valentino Lucien Serrano. Dear brother of Juan Carlos Serrano, Jr., Jacqueline Gina Serrano, Robert Serrano, Jonathan Serrano, and Krystal...

Mildred Santiago

Mildred Santiago

Nov 3, 2025

Mildred Santiago, age 87, passed away on November 3, 2025. She was born on February 11, 1938, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, to her loving parents, the late Jose Santiago and Maria Feliciano. Mildred was a devoted mother to many children, and a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother to many—each of whom loved her dearly. She was also a dear sister and...

Jane Ann Legg

Jane Ann Legg

Nov 2, 2025

Jane Ann Legg, age 68, passed away on November 2, 2025. She was born on June 15, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Leonard and Rita Breuler. Devoted mother of Amber Legg, Krystal Legg, and Tiffany Legg. Cherished grandmother of Deacken, Jackson, Violet, Amelia, Joshua, Lily, Chloe (deceased). Dear sister of Jack (deceased), Richard, Dennis, and...

Eleanor A. Jordan

Eleanor A. Jordan

Nov 1, 2025

Eleanor A. Jordan (nee Gluckle) age 82

Loving mother of Susan Reed (Jim), Gary Rickard (Jen) and Brian Rickard. Dearest grandmother of Aidan. Beloved sister of Maryann Ondrejka (Phil (dec.), Adolph Gluckle (dec.), Dorothy Otero (Elving), Josephine Gobble (dec.), Theresa Cunutte (dec.) (Calvin), Rosemary Forster (Tom), Eddie Gluckle (Sandy), Jimmy Gluckle (Mary Anne (dec.), and Michael Gluckle. Daughter of the late...

Stephen Pazicni

Stephen Pazicni

Nov 1, 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...

Maria Magdalena Adrovet

Maria Magdalena Adrovet

Nov 1, 2025

Maria Magdalena Adrovet, age 85, passed away on November 1, 2025. She was born on May 27, 1940, in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, to her loving parents, the late Modesto Burgos and Mizaela Brito. Beloved wife of the late Porfirio "ToTo" Adrovet. Devoted mother of the late Samuel Adrovet. Loving sister and aunt. 

Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, November 4,...

Glenna Elaine Ward

Glenna Elaine Ward

Oct 31, 2025

Glenna Elaine Ward, age 57, passed away on October 31, 2025. She was born on February 6, 1968, in West Virginia, to her loving parents, Clarence and Grace Lockhart. Beloved wife of William Ward. Devoted mother of William (Kelly) Ward, Jr., Candy Graley, and Allan (Sallia) Cooper. Cherished grandmother of Willa Ward, Amber Ward, and Orion Cooper, and great-grandmother of...

Sharon Marie Savarin-Sedlak

Sharon Marie Savarin-Sedlak

Oct 31, 2025

Sharon Marie Savarin-Sedlak, age 71, loving wife of John Savarin and devoted mother of Emily Sedlak (Penn).

She enjoyed camping, tending to her garden, and spending time with her beloved dogs. Sharon will be deeply missed by her family, including her brothers Rick (Brenda) and William (Pat), and her niece Laurel. She will be remembered for her kindness, her laughter, and...

Ceola Estell Travis-McDowell

Ceola Estell Travis-McDowell

Oct 29, 2025

Ceola Estell Travis-McDowell, age 76, passed away in her sleep on October 29, 2025. She was born on August 9, 1949, in Coatopa, Alabama, to her loving parents, the late William Travis and Beatrice Wabbington.

Beloved mother of her only child, Staci Simpson. Cherished grandmother of Donovan Isaiah Williams and Kaya Nate`McCluney. Dear sister of Virginia Sigler, Beatrice Marshall, Freddie Warren,...

Turner Slaughter, III

Turner Slaughter, III

Oct 29, 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...

Beverly Grace Jones

Beverly Grace Jones

Oct 29, 2025

Beverly Grace Jones, 73, of Ohio City in Cleveland, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 29.

It sounds cliche, but Bev really was loved by all who knew her. She spent her life in service as a Catholic Worker, RN, activist, and artist. She followed the example of Jesus Christ in loving the stranger, the neighbor, and those in need.

In her work...