Obituaries

Mar 11, 2026

Dennis Lazuta lived a life shaped by service, generosity, humor, and compassion, leaving an enduring mark on the greater Cleveland community.

A proud graduate of St. Ignatius High School, Dennis pursued university studies and graduated in psychology before following the path that ultimately became his life’s calling: funeral service. He understood the human side of things—how people grieve, how families hold...

Mar 3, 2026

Margaret Bernadette Dedo passed away on March 3, 2026 at age 61 with her daughter by her side. She was born in Cleveland, OH on June 9, 1964 to Stephanie and Henry Stepinski. She attended St Francis de Sales Catholic School followed by Parma Senior High. Margaret was a very hard worker often working two jobs and loved to help...

Feb 23, 2026

Maria Marta Pocztar Age 77, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026. She was born on July 16, 1948, in Germany, and spent most of her life in Parma, Ohio, where she built a life rooted in family, faith, and generosity. Maria was first married to Roman Pocztar, who preceded her in death. From that marriage, she was blessed with two children, Roman...

Feb 19, 2026

Steve Simon, 81, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 24, 1944, Steve lived a full and meaningful life marked by dedication to his family, strong work ethic, and a generous heart.

Steve was the beloved husband of Sharon, with whom he shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built...

Feb 17, 2026

Ernst Alfons Loffelmann, age 81, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on February 10, 2026. Born in Vienna, Austria, he was the son of the late Ernst Franz Fritz Loffelmann and Hedwig Dosek. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Ava (Loffelmann) Richtberg and Erika (Loffelmann) Bohi.

Ernst grew up in Austria, where he and his family embraced an active, outdoor...

Feb 15, 2026

Velma Lee Meadows, 86, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.

Born in Seth, West Virginia, to Edgar C. Walker and Opal Walker (both deceased), Velma carried the strength, faith, and quiet resilience of her Appalachian upbringing throughout her life. She built her world around family, and those she loved never doubted how deeply they were cared...

Feb 15, 2026

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Luba Gawur after a brief illness. She leaves her sister Christine Terplak (Leonard) and friend Stephen Powell, as well as nephew Andrew, nieces Natalie Naylor (Jeff, deceased, 2024) with their children Lara and Hannah and Tanya Wagenhammer (Orry) along with their children Felix and Mikaela, family in US, Natalia Mycyk, Roman...

Feb 15, 2026

Boris Rakowsky, (age 86) passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 in Akron, OH. Boris was born on June 24,1939 in Lviv, Ukraine, was the son of Jaroslaw and Nina (Popel) Rakowsky (both deceased). Boris fled Ukraine with his parents and brothers as a preschooler in 1944, when Russian conquest of Lviv became inevitable. Toward the end of the...

Feb 13, 2026

Alexander Richard Rupert, age 41, passed away on February 13, 2026. He was born on October 16, 1984.

Alexander was a man of remarkable intelligence, curiosity, and depth. He had a profound love for art and was an avid collector, always seeking pieces that told a story and reflected the beauty and complexity of the world. Alexander was an avid reader,...

Feb 12, 2026

This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Monique Torres, 45 years old, born on August 7, 1980, and passed away on Thursday, February 12. She was survived by her father Abel Torres and step mom Iluminada Torres. Her two siblings Abel Torres Jr and Alina Piercy. She was a devoted mother to her nine children: Mariah,...

Feb 10, 2026

Vasyl Shvets, age 27, passed away on February 10, 2026, Born on January 18, 1999, and will be remembered for his kind heart, devotion to family, and the love he shared with those closest to him. Vasyl was the beloved fiancé of Liliya Kit; loving son of Roman and Vira Shvets; cherished brother of Halyna Shvets; and dear grandson of...

Feb 2, 2026

Miroslav (Myron) Lendel, age 69, was born on June 7, 1956, and passed away on February 2, 2026 

Miroslav was deeply involved in the Ukrainian community and devoted countless hours of hard work to supporting the Ukrainian war effort. He believed strongly in helping others and giving back wherever he could. Known for his kind heart and humble nature, Miroslav was...

Jan 10, 2026

James Michko, age 79, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jim was the beloved husband of Jacqueline Michko, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage, built on love, dedication, and countless memories. He was...

Jan 3, 2026

Corey Tyler Reese (age 33) of Parma Hts. OH passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026. Beloved father of Caroline Grace Wilson Reese. Loving son of Christine Singletary (Eddie) and Jason Reese (Damaras). Dear brother of Jason Bobby Reese (Shannon), Russel William Johnson "Ray", Charles Wallace Perry, and Austin Reese. Cherished uncle of Hunter Ray Allen, Harrison Reese, Alexander Reese, and...

Dec 21, 2025

Volodymyr Ivanov, age 77, of Parma, Ohio, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Volodymyr was a devoted husband, father, and family man whose life was defined by hard work, skill, and generosity. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lyudmyla Yelistratova; his sons, Maksym Ivanov and his wife MinJun, and Alexander Ivanov. Volodymyr...

Dec 16, 2025

DeWayne Curothers Cage Jr, 54, transitioned peacefully on December 16th, 2025 surrounded by his family and loved ones in Cleveland, Ohio. The legacy he leaves behind are his two greatest accomplishments, his daughters- Gabrielle (Gyasi) and Joselyn. His incredibly loving and supportive parents- Beverly and George Sr., as well as his father DeWayne Sr. His brothers George Jr. (Wendy) and...

Dec 14, 2025

Vladyslav "Vlad" Kravtsiv (age 23) of Parma, OH died in a tragic car accident on Saturday, December 14, 2025. Beloved son of Andriy and Ruslana Kravtsiv. Beloved Fiancé of Alexandra Velgush. Loving brother of Karolina Kravtsiv and Artur Mykytiuk (Adriana). Loving grandson of Lyudmila and Nadia. Dear cousin of Anastasiia. Cherished Godson of Anatoliy. 

Family and friends are invited to a...

Dec 8, 2025

Dec 7, 2025

Adele Elizabeth Zubek Age 86, of Strongsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home in her favorite bed on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Beloved wife of 59 years to her late husband Anthony; dearest mother of Joe Zubek (Lynn); David Zubek (Monique), Angela Ristofski (Spiro), and Matthew Zubek (Julie); cherished Babci of Alex, Joey, Sean, Andrew, Vesna, Owen, Ryan, and...

Nov 29, 2025

Waldemar Hupert (73) of Parma, OH passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Beloved father of Tomasz Hupert (Paulina). Loving grandfather of Octavian Hupert and Bianca Hupert. Dear brother of Janusz Hupert (Emilia). Cherished uncle of Marcin Hupert and Maciek Hupert. Also survived by his ex-wife Linda Lishchuk Hupert and stepson Andrew Didytch. Walter loved to spend his time outdoors...