Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio
Paul Sindeldecker
Aug 15, 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...
Aurelia Trambitas
Aug 15, 2026
Aurelia Trambitas, age 92, passed away on August 15, 2026. She was born on August 11, 1934, in Romania, to her loving parents, the late Gheorghe Guseila and Eva Ionascu. Beloved mother of Adriana Trambitas.
Interment Romania. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.
Walter Dennis "David Colson"
Aug 15, 2026
Walter Dennis, also known as David Colson, age 79, passed away on August 15, 2026. He was born on October 19, 1946, in Cordele, Georgia, to his loving parents, the late Johnnie Lee and Laura Mae (nee West) Colson.
Walter was the beloved father of Michelle Kelly, Veronica “Denise” Jarrells (Gene), Michelle “Yvette” Ford, Lonnie Colson, Laura Colson, James Clark (Nicole),...
Constance Renee Billips
Aug 14, 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...
Dwight Wayne Joplin
Aug 14, 2026
Dwight Wayne Joplin, born July 13, 1967, passed away August 14, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife, Shari McKenzie; his children, Alyssa Avery (Daniel Avery), David Joplin, and Jacob Joplin; and his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Colten, Ethan, Alayna, and Natalie Avery.He was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis and Fred Joplin.
Dwight was a brother to nine siblings and...
Salima "Vanessa" Ghani Colbert
Aug 14, 2026
Salima “Vanessa” Ghani Colbert’s purpose began on December 17, 1957, and her journey concluded on August 14, 2026. Vanessa was born into a large and loving family to her parents, Salitine Ghani (father) and Malika Ghani (mother), both of whom preceded her in death.
Vanessa shared her life with her siblings: David Ghani (brother, deceased); Sal Ghani (brother); Emmanuel Lewis (brother);...
Toni Annette Robinson
Aug 13, 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...
Lang Son Vaing
Aug 13, 2026
Lang Son Vaing, age 71, passed on August 13, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born on July 26, 1955 in Saigon Vietnam. He lived to be 71 years old.
Lang was a loving and devoted son, brother and uncle. He leaves behind his Mother, Duyen, and his four younger siblings: Thu, Hoang, Ho, and Thy. He was beloved by his...
Rafael Antonio Farfan Santamaria
Aug 13, 2026
Rafael Antonio Farfan Santamaria, age 58, passed away on August 13, 2026. He was born on November 8, 1967, in Metalio, Sonsonate, El Salvador, to his loving parents, the late Rafael Antonio Farfan and Rosa Farfan.
Rafael was the beloved husband of Vilma A. Farfan and a devoted father to Cesar Rafael (Bianca Catrina) Santamaria, Wilfredo Santamaria, Rosibel Santamaria, and Claudio...
David Alan Amato
Aug 12, 2026
David Alan Amato passed away on August 12, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1944.
David’s life will be remembered by those who knew and loved him, each carrying their own cherished memories of the moments, conversations, and experiences they shared with him. His passing leaves an absence that will be deeply felt, while the memories created throughout his life...
Angel Twila Hodiri
Aug 12, 2026
Angel Twila Hodiri passed away on August 12, 2026. Janazah Prayers were held on August 14, 2026. Interment West Park Cemetery.
Lillian E. Mills
Aug 11, 2026
Lillian E. Mills, age 83, passed away on August 11, 2026. She was born on April 8, 1943, in Logan, West Virginia, to her loving parents, the late James R. and Esther (nee Price) Jarrell.
Lillian was the beloved wife of the late Lewis Edward Mills and the cherished companion of over 30 years, Jessie Fowler. She was a devoted mother...
Edna Alberta Watkins
Aug 11, 2026
Edna Alberta Watkins, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the age of 78.
Born on June 7, 1948, Edna was lovingly known throughout her life as Alberta, a name that was special to her and to all who knew and loved her. Family was always at the very heart of who...
Astrid Mercado
Aug 10, 2026
Astrid Mercado, age 81, passed away on August 10, 2026. She was born on March 31, 1945, in Guanica, Puerto Rico, to her loving parents, the late Juan Mercado and Modesta Villa.
Astrid was the beloved wife of Felix Diaz and a devoted mother to Joyce Vega, Astrid Vega, Idalia Vega, and Keisha Cintron. She was a cherished grandmother to Sarah,...
Mary Louise Kocour
Aug 10, 2026
Mary Louise Kocour, age 92, beloved daughter of the late Frank and Bertha Kocour. Loving sister of Betty Ann Kocour and Leonard F. Kocour (deceased) (Gwen). Dearest aunt of Elizabeth Ann Wilson (Dale) and the late Leonard A. Kocour (Teri).
Mary Lou Kocour’s career at the Cleveland Institute of Music represents an extraordinary legacy of teaching, musicianship, and service. An exemplary...
John Wallace
Aug 9, 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...
John Moravcik
Aug 8, 2026
John Moravcik age 85
Dearest father, brother and friend. Funeral Mass Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church 3602 Bridge Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44113 where visitation will be held from 9:30am until time of mass.
Mr. Moravcik was a Veteran of The United States Army.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.
Fermin Lorenzo, Jr.
Aug 8, 2026
Fermin Lorenzo, Jr., age 64, passed away on August 8, 2026. He was born on September 20, 1961, in Rochester, New York, to his loving parents, Fermin Lorenzo, Sr. and Noemi Arroyo.
Fermin was the beloved husband of Evelyn Lorenzo and a devoted father to Masito, Mely, Cito, and Lisa (Christian); beloved grandfather and a dear brother to Gilbert Lorenzo and...
Martha Matos Reyes
Aug 8, 2026
Martha Matos Reyes, age 71, passed away on August 8, 2026. She was born on April 28, 1955, in Puerto Rico, to her loving mother, the late Carmen Mendez.
Martha was the beloved mother of George Garcia Matos, Saul Garcia Matos, and Miguel Garcia Matos. She was a cherished grandmother of Devan Garcia, Saul Garcia, Jr., Lorian Matos, Crystal Matos, Emily...
Pamela A. Messenger
Aug 7, 2026
Pamela A. Messenger, age 64, passed away on August 7, 2026. She was born on July 17, 1962, in Parma, Ohio, to her loving mother, Donna M. Basista.
Pamela was the beloved wife of Robert R. Layne and dear sister of Bonnie Johns and Laura Gurkles. She dedicated 27 years of her career to Work Smart Clothing.
Pamela found joy in gardening...
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