Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Gary Anderson

Gary Anderson

Jun 3, 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...

Josephine Charlotte Cook

Josephine Charlotte Cook

Jun 3, 2026

Josephine “Josie” Charlotte Cook of Mentor, Ohio, peacefully passed away in the arms of her loving parents on June 3, 2026. Born on August 12, 2025 to Brian Cook and Theresa Gersin, she brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives during her short time here. 

Though her life was brief, she fought so bravely and left a permanent mark on...

Rola El Saadi

Rola El Saadi

Jun 2, 2026

Rola El Saadi passed away on June 2, 2026. Janazah Prayers were held on June 2, 2026. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens.

Harold Martin Sherwood

Harold Martin Sherwood

Jun 1, 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.

Jeanne R. McFarland

Jeanne R. McFarland

Jun 1, 2026

Jeanne R. McFarland, age 73, passed away on June 1, 2026. She was born on November 9, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio, and was raised in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, by her loving parents, the late James and Constance Kinnaird.

Jeanne was the beloved wife of the late Raymond McFarland. Devoted mother of Heather McFarland (deceased) and Tamara (Richard) Battista. Cherished grandmother of...

Betty Lou Buchanan-Cyrus

Betty Lou Buchanan-Cyrus

Jun 1, 2026

Betty Lou Buchanan-Cyrus, age 97, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. She was born on April 17, 1929, in Pricedale, Pennsylvania, to her loving parents, the late Villa Duvuvuei and Phoebe Scanlon.

Betty was the beloved wife of her first husband, the late Robert R. Buchanan, and her second husband, the late Edward Cyrus. She was a devoted mother to...

Curtis Xavier Walker

Curtis Xavier Walker

May 31, 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.

Terry Wayne Moore, Sr.

Terry Wayne Moore, Sr.

May 31, 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.

Deryk Scott Jackson

Deryk Scott Jackson

May 31, 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...

Julius Ceasar Kafel

Julius Ceasar Kafel

May 31, 2026

Julius Ceaser Kafel, age 23, passed away on May 31, 2026. He was born on December 26, 2002, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, John Kafel and Sandra Carte.

Julius was the beloved father of his unborn baby, Malayah Avelana Marie Kafel. He was the dear brother of Angelika Kafel, Xavier Kafel, Szoe Lewis, Jerry Farmer-Carte, Juliana Kafel, Erika Rasnick,...

Carole Ann Cassady

Carole Ann Cassady

May 30, 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.

Judith Ann Heading

Judith Ann Heading

May 30, 2026

Judith Ann Heading, age 65, passed away on May 30, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1960, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, to her loving parents, the late Robert Sprouse and Mabel Caplinger-Sprouse.

Judith was the beloved wife of the late Michael Heading. Devoted mother of Robin Lugo (Marc), Robert Dennis, Brandy Sprouse, Ashley Heading, Luther Sams (deceased), and Maria Ramos....

Pamela Jeanne Colbert

Pamela Jeanne Colbert

May 30, 2026

Pamela Jeanne Colbert, age 81, passed away on May 30, 2026. She was born on December 11, 1944, in Washington D.C., to her loving parents, the late Raymond and Annelle (nee Gunn) Billington. Beloved mother of the late Clifford. Cherished grandmother of John (Samantha). Dear sister of Roger Billington. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors

Helene Vanessa Tate

Helene Vanessa Tate

May 29, 2026

Helene Vanessa Tate, age 64, left her earthly journey on May 29, 2026. She was born on May 31, 1961, to her loving parents, William and Cecelia Tate.

Helene was the beloved sister of Belinda Tate (deceased), Rhea (Ted) Tate Johnson, Billy (Donna) Tate, Deborah Tate Simpson (deceased), Drema (Mike) Tate Romansky, Rodney Dwight Tate, Ronald Keith Tate (deceased), Karen Tate...

Willie Roy Spencer

Willie Roy Spencer

May 29, 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...

Carol Armour

Carol Armour

May 29, 2026

Carol Armour, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. She was born on January 6, 1940, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Art and Ann (née Simko) Simek.

Cherished wife of the late Charles Armour for 63 years. Loving mother of Scott Armour (Betsy) and Jeff Armour (Jill); cherished grandmother of Leah, Brooke, John, Katy, and...

James A. Beesley

James A. Beesley

May 29, 2026

James A. Beesley, born April 10, 1945, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 29, 2026.

Beloved husband of Sylvia Beesley for 47 years. Loving father of Theanna Beesley Deaton, James Beesley, and Kayla Beesley (Michelle Manzeo). Dearest grandfather of Cameron Beesley. Son of the late Arthur C. and Romana E. Beesley. Brother of Edward C. Beesley (deceased) (Joan),...

Cynthia M. Christley

Cynthia M. Christley

May 29, 2026

Cynthia M. Christley, age 47

Loving mother of Elijah Christley, Eva Stanley, and Elizabeth Stanley. Daughter of Dorothy (nee Christley) and Kevin Kostelnik. Dearest sister of Amanda (Tony), Michael (Heather), Jennifer (Brent), Kimberly (Nicholas), and Kevin (Kristin). Treasured aunt. Best friend of Ella.

Cynthia was a woman of faith and devotion, finding solace and strength in her church community. Her dedication to...

Lena May Brown

Lena May Brown

May 29, 2026

Lena May Brown, age 68, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on May 29, 2026, following a sudden illness.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles E. Brown; her mother, Iva Brown (nee Georgantis); and her ex-husband, David M. Dodig.

Lena was the beloved sister of Eddie, Liz, Dorothy (Buddy), Nelson (Caroline), Margaret (Ernie), Valorie (Chuckie), David (Eileen), Bobbie, Marty, and...

Jay Smith

Jay Smith

May 28, 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...