Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Willard J. Chandler

Willard J. Chandler

Aug 22, 2025

Willard J. Chandler, age 72, passed away on August 22, 2025. He was born on September 24, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, the late Willie and Priscilla Chandler. Willard was a devoted father to Willard Chandler, Jr., John Howell, Calvin Howell, Natalie Howell, Vickie Howell, Alexandria Chandler, Valerie Chandler, Rochelle Chandler, and Andrew Chandler. He was a...

Alfred Fenderson

Alfred Fenderson

Aug 22, 2025

Alfred Fenderson was born on October 1st, 1946, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Henry and Lola Fenderson. He passed away peacefully on August 22nd, by the side of his devoted and loving wife, Paletta Fenderson.

Alfred is preceded in death by his brother Henry W. Fenderson. He is survived by his sister, Carolyn Ann Lawson; six children, Alfreda, Susan, Twana, Darnell, Daryl,...

Yadiel Lian Flecha

Yadiel Lian Flecha

Aug 22, 2025

Yadiel Lian Flecha, age 17, passed away on August 22, 2025. He was born on January 7, 2008, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Amarilis Santana and Christian Rivera. Dear brother of Luis Eliel Flecha, Nellyris Flecha, and Gabriel I. Flecha.

Yadiel had a passion for basketball and found great joy on the court. His memory will live on in...

James Rieck, Sr.

James Rieck, Sr.

Aug 21, 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...

Elena Angelie Cedeno

Elena Angelie Cedeno

Aug 21, 2025

Elena Angelie Cedeno was born on August 20, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, bringing joy and love to her parents, Alexis Cerritos and Sheila Angelie Cedeno, and her dear brother, Javier Cedeno. Though her time on earth was brief, Elena’s presence was a precious gift that will be forever treasured. She passed on August 21, 2025, surrounded by love.

Her memory will...

Alyssa Patrice Magas

Alyssa Patrice Magas

Aug 21, 2025

Alyssa Patrice Magas, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, left this world on August 21, 2025, in her hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, at the age of 37. Born on December 2, 1987, Alyssa radiated joy and warmth from an early age, nurturing an infectious love for life that she shared with all who knew her.

As the cherished daughter of...

Michael James DePrima

Michael James DePrima

Aug 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael James DePrima, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. Born on September 13, 1964, in Reston, Virginia, Michael left this world on August 20, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, leaving a profound impact on all who knew him.

Michael was a devoted husband to Carrie Colleen DePrima, and together...

Jennifer Black

Jennifer Black

Aug 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...

Gabriel Terrance Brown

Gabriel Terrance Brown

Aug 19, 2025

Gabriel Terrance Brown was born on August 9th, 1965, in Maysville, Kentucky to Betty Hutchinson and the late Stanley E. White (Josephine).

Shortly after his birth he relocated to Cleveland, Ohio. He was educated at Cleveland Public Schools and attended Collinwood High School. He accepted Christ at a young age. It was at Mt. Esther Missionary Baptist Church that he found...

Julia E. Ugas (RN)

Julia E. Ugas (RN)

Aug 19, 2025

Julia Charcape fue una fuerza de la naturaleza: una mujer valiente, amorosa y determinada que transformó con su ejemplo la vida de todos quienes la rodearon.

Nació en Salaverry (Perú), cerca del mar, y creció bajo la influencia de padres extraordinarios: su madre Ana, símbolo de dulzura maternal, y su padre Enrique, ejemplo de esfuerzo e inteligencia que, desde orígenes humildes,...

Shallyn Denisse Reyes

Shallyn Denisse Reyes

Aug 19, 2025

Shallyn Denisse Reyes, age 39, passed away on August 19, 2025. She was born on May 28, 1986, in Naples, Florida, to her loving parents, Jesus Reyes and the late Virgen de las Mercedes Mateo, and was lovingly raised by her late grandmother, Maria Esther Espada.

She was the beloved wife of Melvin Sierra and devoted mother of Francheska Roldan and...

Bryant Lee Barnes, Sr.

Bryant Lee Barnes, Sr.

Aug 17, 2025

Bryant Lee Barnes, Sr., age 52, passed away on August 17, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1973, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Mae Emma and Leroy Barnes.

Bryant was the beloved father of Bryant L. Barnes, Jr., Brandon Sweat, and Toran Deal, and the cherished grandfather of Kuarina Barnes, Neveah Barnes, and Brandon Sweat, Jr. He was...

Jerry Lee Rose

Jerry Lee Rose

Aug 17, 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...

Carlos Javier Torres Camargo

Carlos Javier Torres Camargo

Aug 17, 2025

Carlos Javier Torres Camargo, a beloved figure in his family and community, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the age of 54. Born on July 8, 1971, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Carlos was a source of strength and inspiration to those who knew him. Carlos dedicated his life to his family, embodying the role of a...

Temieka Palmer

Temieka Palmer

Aug 16, 2025

Temieka Palmer, age 36, passed away on August 16, 2025. She was born on November 1, 1988, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Laura Tawanda Palmer and Raymond Lee Coleman.

Temieka was a devoted sister to Harlan Palmer, James Coleman, Raymond Coleman, Jr., Renee Coleman, Ricardo Stephens, and Jarmaine; a treasured aunt to Layla Sanai Palmer, Jalaya, JaNiese,...

Melissa Ann Hurt

Melissa Ann Hurt

Aug 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...

Richard Paterniti

Richard Paterniti

Aug 15, 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...

Wilma Hawkins

Wilma Hawkins

Aug 15, 2025

Wilma Hawkins, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on August 15, 2025, in North Royalton, Ohio. She was born on March 29, 1940, in Dandridge, Tennessee. Wilma's vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. 

Wilma was the beloved daughter of the late Lloyd and Zella (nee...

Julia M. Williams

Julia M. Williams

Aug 14, 2025

Julia M. Williams, age 84, passed away on August 14, 2025. She was born on August 29, 1940, in West Virginia, to her loving parents, the late James and Pearlie Sanders.

Julia was the beloved wife of the late Charlie Williams and a devoted mother to Pamela Williams, Charles Williams (Deceased), Dwayne Williams, and Daniel Williams. She was a cherished grandmother...

Howard D. Reynolds

Howard D. Reynolds

Aug 13, 2025

Howard D. Reynolds, age 64, passed away on August 13, 2025. Born on November 24, 1960, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, to Howard Reynolds and Betty Blankenship, Howard was a devoted father to Sherry, Amanda, and Caitlyn Reynolds, and a proud grandfather to Makenna, Serenity, Ryleigh Reynolds, and Michael Bowser. He is lovingly remembered by the mother of his children, Donna Reynolds;...