Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Janetta Henderson

Janetta Henderson

Apr 13, 2026

When, through one woman, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that woman's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.

Deborah A. Bellante

Deborah A. Bellante

Apr 12, 2026

Deborah Bellante age 71, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 surrounded by the love of her children. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. Deborah’s life was centered around the people she cherished most. Deborah was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Patrick Bellante, who passed in 2010. Their enduring love created a strong and lasting...

Mark Timothy Holcomb

Mark Timothy Holcomb

Apr 12, 2026

Mark Timothy Holcomb, lovingly referred to as “Tim,” age 59, passed away on April 12, 2026. He was born on January 24, 1967, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Mark (deceased) and Shelia Holcomb.

Tim was the beloved father of Jackie (Shane), Paige (Kyle), Dave (deceased), Drew. He was a cherished grandfather of Clementine, Oliver, Aaron, and Jayden. Dear brother of...

Sai Kwong Raymond Ng

Sai Kwong Raymond Ng

Apr 11, 2026

When, through one man, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that man's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.

Darlene Parker

Darlene Parker

Apr 11, 2026

Darlene Parker, age 60, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on March 5, 1966, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving mother, the late Ardellis Parker.

She was the beloved mother of Jovan Parker and cherished grandmother of Emani and Amari Parker. Dear sister of Norma Parker (deceased), Eugene Parker, and Douglas Parker (deceased). Treasured aunt of Dale Mitchell,...

Drucilla Baker

Drucilla Baker

Apr 10, 2026

Drucilla Baker, a cherished and vibrant soul, was born on May 4, 1945, in Telledega, Alabama. She passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. Her life was marked by active engagement, a love for travel, and the warmth she shared with family and friends.

Drucilla had a zest for life that shone through in her enjoyment of spending...

Jazire Lamarr Fortson

Jazire Lamarr Fortson

Apr 10, 2026

Baby Jazire Lamarr Fortson passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2026. Although his life was short, he touched the lives of all who loved him deeply. A beloved and cherished son, he will be forever loved and always missed. 

Private family services were held. Arrangements were entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors. 

Matthew Michael Varga

Matthew Michael Varga

Apr 10, 2026

Matthew Varga, 49, of Brunswick, Ohio, passed away on April 10, 2026. Born December 8, 1976, Matthew was a devoted father to Alexis Bliss Varga Petrenchik (Blake), Michael Varga, and Isaac Varga. He was the dear son of Naomi and the late George Varga, and a beloved brother to George Jr. (Jen) and Christopher (Colleen).

Matthew is now reunited in peace...

John W. Nato

John W. Nato

Apr 10, 2026

When, through one man, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that man's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.

Ronnie Gary Cox

Ronnie Gary Cox

Apr 10, 2026

Ronnie Gary Cox, age 63, passed away on April 10, 2026. He was born on August 8, 1962, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, the late Ronnie Gary and Charlotte (nee Wheatley) Cox.

Ronnie was the beloved husband of Deborah (nee Taylor) Cox. He was a devoted father to Ashley (James), Amanda (Randy), Heather (Mike), and Chelsea (Chris), and a...

Patricia Jeanne Heil

Patricia Jeanne Heil

Apr 9, 2026

When, through one woman, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that woman's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.

Brian Carney

Brian Carney

Apr 8, 2026

When, through one man, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that man's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.

Hector L. Caraballo

Hector L. Caraballo

Apr 8, 2026

Hector L. Caraballo, age 82, passed away on April 8, 2026. He was born on February 14, 1944, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, to his loving parents, the late Carlos and Alba Esther Feliciano.

Beloved husband of the late Anna L. Caraballo. Devoted father of Hector Caraballo Jr. (deceased) (Oneil), Lillian Caraballo-Gil (Victor), Milagros Beltran (deceased) (Guillermo), William Caraballo, and Theresa Rhodes....

Carol Bear

Carol Bear

Apr 7, 2026

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...

Terezia Byalilo

Terezia Byalilo

Apr 6, 2026

Terezia Byalilo, age 56, passed away on April 6, 2026. She was born on January 1, 1970, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to her loving parents, the late Rukuriza Bikaza and Ritha Kajuramo.

Beloved wife of Matigiri Alimasi. Devoted mother of Jules Alimasi, Kiza Perus, Maperdo Esteri, Bukuru Alimasi, Butoto Alimasi, Mbilinzi Alimasi, and Kiza Alimasi. Cherished grandmother of...

Andrew Thomas Petro

Andrew Thomas Petro

Apr 5, 2026

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...

Justina Ortiz

Justina Ortiz

Apr 5, 2026

Justina Ortiz passed away on April 5, 2026. Private family services with interment in Cementerio Nuevo de Cerro Gordo, in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico.

Arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Sherry Marcano

Sherry Marcano

Apr 5, 2026

Sherry Marcano, age 64, passed away on April 5, 2026. She was born on December 10, 1961, in Whitesville, West Virginia, to her loving parents, the late Arville Gobel and Joann Williams.

Sherry was the beloved wife of Pete J. Marcano. She was a devoted mother to Amy Jo Marcano-Reik, Miranda Leanne Marcano, and Pete J. Marcano, Jr., and a cherished...

Christine Ann Gravatt

Christine Ann Gravatt

Apr 4, 2026

Christine Gravatt (née Conley), 68, of Avon Lake, passed away peacefully at home.

She was born to Francis Xavier and Antoinette (née Viccarone) Conley, both of whom preceded her in death. Christine is survived by her husband, Scott Gravatt; her daughters, Shannon Peterka (David Schaenman) and Kristen Stalzer (Brett Stalzer); and her stepdaughter, Nicole Ortenzi (Samantha Ortenzi). She was a grandmother...

Kevin Allen Wolff

Kevin Allen Wolff

Apr 4, 2026

When, through one man, a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that man's life has had meaning.

A dignified cremation has been entrusted to Slone & Company.