Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Carla Evans

Carla Evans

May 23, 2023

Carla Evans, age 60, passed away on May 23, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of wit, vibrancy, and love. Born on February 26, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio, Carla touched the lives of many with her outgoing nature, free spirit, and captivating conversational skills.

Carla's sparkling personality made her a beloved presence in the lives of those who knew her. Her...

Katie M. Brown

Katie M. Brown

May 22, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Katie Mae Brown. She passed away peacefully in her hometown of Cleveland, Ohio on May 22, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Katie was born in Cleveland on October 19, 1951, to the late Katie Stallworth and Howard Stallworth. Devoted mother of Clifton Hopkins, Comalitta Vargas, and Kathy Thompson.

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Elizabeth Arcieri

Elizabeth Arcieri

May 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Arcieri, who left us on May 22, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on July 26, 1954, in Cleveland, Ohio, to proud parents Mary and Joseph Arcieri. Elizabeth was a loving mother to Mary Novagradi (Anthony) and took great joy in being a grandmother to Mia,...

Debbie A. Munch

Debbie A. Munch

May 22, 2023

Debbie A. Munch, age 60, passed away on May 22, 2023. Beloved daughter of Hildegard Munch and the late Erwin Munch. Dear sister of Susan Frank, Karen Bolles, and Michael Munch. Treasured aunt of Kimberly Morales, Brittany Bandy, Phillip Frank, Ethan Adamany, Jaxon Morales, and Amelia Morales.

Private family services were cared for by Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Joan Aimee Ayala Diaz

Joan Aimee Ayala Diaz

May 18, 2023

Joan Aimee Ayala Diaz was born on July 29th ,1994, and departed on May 18th, 2023. Survived by Father Juan J. Ayala and Stepmother Michele Diaz, residents of Port Richey, Florida. Mother Brunilda Ayala and Stepfather Alexis Lopez, residents of Parma Heights, Ohio. The fathers of her children Kilvin Portis Jr. and Jonathan Burgos. Surviving children Abrianna Burgos Ayala, Janelyz...

Nerida Ortiz

Nerida Ortiz

May 18, 2023

Nerida Ortiz, age 73, passed away on May 18, 2023. Beloved wife of Sergio Ruiz. Devoted mother of Madeline Hill (Dale), Javier Ruiz, Sergio Ruiz, Gilberto Ruiz, Andres Ruiz, Gabriel Ruiz, and Luis A. Ruiz. Cherished grandmother of Darias M. Ruiz, Briana Ruiz, Yamira Hill, Tyrone Gabriel James, Ariana Ruiz, Nadia James, Asaiah James, and Serenity Ivory. Treasured great grandmother...

Nimeh Ahmad

Nimeh Ahmad

May 18, 2023

Nimeh Ahmad passed away on May 18, 2023. Janazah prayers were held on May 19, 2023. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens.

Marianne Helen Stretar

Marianne Helen Stretar

May 18, 2023

MARIANNE STRETAR (nee Clark) passed away peacefully at 69 years old in her sleep on May 18th. She is survived by her beloved husband of fifty years, David; her son, Jason (Mary); daughter Allison (Joseph) Arnold; and grandchildren, Kevin, Keira, Kathleen, Anne and David. Marianne truly loved her grandkids and was an amazing daughter, sister, wife, mom, and grandma. She...

Candido Manuel Loarte Pantoja

Candido Manuel Loarte Pantoja

May 18, 2023

Candido Manuel Loarte, age 50, passed away on May 18, 2023. Devoted father of Laura Loarte, Edmee Sarahid Loarte (Jose), Veronica Loarte, and Antonio Perez Pantoja. Cherished grandfather. Beloved son of Candido M. Loarte and Ramona Pantoja. Dear brother of Migna Loarte, Elisa Loarte, Rose Loarte, Lisandra Loarte, and Oscar Loarte. Loving uncle. Loving companion of Wanda I. Torres. Friend...

Julie Ramsey

Julie Ramsey

May 18, 2023

 

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...

Rachel Louise Taylor

Rachel Louise Taylor

May 17, 2023

Rachel was born on October 22, 1994, at 3:15 PM in Cleveland, Ohio, to her beloved parents, Rhonda Hall-Taylor and Joseph Dacus "JD" Taylor. The youngest of four, with three older brothers, Rachel was ''the one that mattered the most to everyone" and was the girl her mother had always dreamed of and wished for. 

"Just a home girl," Rachel...

Ethel Louise McElwee

Ethel Louise McElwee

May 14, 2023

Ethel Louise McElwee, a beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed on May 14, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and compassion. Born on May 23, 1938, in Perrysville, Ohio, Ethel was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many through her selfless acts of giving and her unwavering positive spirit.

Ethel married the love of...

Quentin Mikhail Daniel

Quentin Mikhail Daniel

May 14, 2023

Quentin Mikhail Daniel, aged 39, passed away on May 14, 2023. Quentin was the first child of Ms. Gloria Daniel and had two siblings in Cleveland, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Audrey Daniel, and grandfather, Willie Daniel. Quentin was the older brother of Charles C. Daniel and Ernest C. Daniel, and they found strength in the...

Marlene Joyce Puckett

Marlene Joyce Puckett

May 14, 2023

Marlene Joyce Puckett, a loving wife, mother, and friend, passed away on May 14th, 2023 at the age of 84 in Cleveland, Ohio. Marlene was born in Lonaconing, Maryland on April 18th, 1939 to William Wilson and Viola Barnes.Marlene will always be remembered as a caring and devoted wife to her husband Harold Puckett. Together they built a life full...

Joyce 'Tiny' Polivka Mace Caringi

Joyce 'Tiny' Polivka Mace Caringi

May 13, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce 'Tiny' Polivka Mace Caringi, who left us on May 13th, 2023. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Joyce was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1943 to the late Charles Zinner and Dorothy (nee. Van Dyke) Zinner.Joyce was known for her love of her...

Raymond Grabiak

Raymond Grabiak

May 12, 2023

 

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...

Raymond Lee Jacobs

Raymond Lee Jacobs

May 12, 2023

 

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...

Kenneth F. George Jr.

Kenneth F. George Jr.

May 12, 2023

Kenneth F. George Jr., age 56, passed away on May 12, 2023. Devoted father of Christopher George, Sarah George, and Samantha Broner. Cherished grandfather of Wyatt Broner, Luca Broner, Sophia Broner, Makenna George, Skylar George, Kaden Stipkovich, Elijah Stipkovich, Isabella Stipkovich, and Dontez Smith II. Beloved son of Charlotte Cameron and Kenneth George. Dear brother of John Senko.

Graveside...

Andy Killian

Andy Killian

May 12, 2023

Andy Killian  January 21, 1943 - May 12, 2023

Andy was born in Kew Gardens, New York and having a father in the US Coast Guard, moved often, settling in Lakeside, Ohio. He attended Baldwin Wallace University in Berea where he was active in the theater.

Andy taught English in the Cleveland Work Study Program then at Cleveland Extension High...

Ernestine Ballard Wilkins

Ernestine Ballard Wilkins

May 12, 2023

Ernestine Ballard Wilkins, 97, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 21, 1925 in Jackson, Mississippi to Percy Max Ballard and Viola Singletary.Ernestine met her husband John R. Wilkins Sr. at Howard University in Washington D.C., where they later married and moved to Cleveland, Ohio to raise their family. Ernestine...