PIERCE, JUNE

June Irene Pierce, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed peacefully on August 11, 2023, at home surrounded by family. Born on August 17, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of John S. and Dorothy (Merifield) Johnson. June was a longtime resident of Cleveland and was retired from the Washington International Group.  She was an avid baker known by many for her beautifully decorated cookies and delicious desserts.

June was preceded in death by her parents and sister Ruth J. Kozman. She is survived by her brother John S. (Mary) Johnson Jr. of Columbus, sister Jeanne Cooper Kovach of Columbus, step-daughter Dawn …Read More

Graley, Crystal

On Thursday October 5th, 2023, Crystal Graley passed away in the loving arms of her husband Phillip. She is survived by her father Dennis Tippie, sister Kelly Vrooman, and nephew Logan Hendrocks. She is also survived by father-and-mother-in-law David and Mary Graley, sisters-in-law Alicia Graley and Adrienne Rozar (Jalen Rozar). Nieces Hannah and Eliana and nephew Dominic. She is preceded in death by her beautiful daughter Cora Ann Flemming (18), and her mother Colleen Tippie, and beloved dogs Skyler and Baxter.

Crystal was an amazing person with a kind heart and a beautiful soul. Her passion in life was caring for …Read More

Englander, Scott

Scott (Skip) A. Englander, a lifelong Clevelander, and die-hard Browns fan known for shouting “catch the ball!” has passed away at sixty-eight years old on October 7, 2023 due to cancer. He passed peacefully in his home, cared for by his children and daughter-in-law. Skip attended and played football for Brush High School and Ohio Wesleyan University. He was a high school football coach at his Alma Mater, and he worked alongside his father, a WWII Veteran in the 101st Airborne, David Englander, to run their family business, Englander Hardwood Lumber. In retirement, he drove students at Case Western Reserve …Read More

Mich, Margaret

Margaret (Marge) Mich (93) died quietly at her home on September 18 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley S. and son Michael (S) and her parents Louis and Mary Deyak as well as her siblings, Louis (Rhoda) Deyak, William Deyak, Mary (Stanley) Pechaver, Amelia (Robert) Liptak, Edward (Patricia) Deyak, Elizabeth (Andrew) Randorf, and Veronica (James) Zupancich.

Margaret is survived by her sister Helen (Frank) Koschak and fifteen nieces and nephews and who mourn her loss.

Marge was born in Ely, MN and moved to Cleveland with two sisters. Here she married, raised a son and lived the remainder …Read More

DAGY, YVONNE

Yvonne M. Dagy, age 71, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. Beloved wife of Tod for 50 years. Loving mother of Jennifer, and Donald. Dear sister of Michael Ball, Phillip Ball, Douglas Bergman, and Frederick Bergman. Cherished grandmother of her 2 fur babies. She was an avid reader and enjoyed working in her flower gardens. All Services Private

FERRY, DANNY

Danny Ray Ferry, age 68, Born March 31, 1955 passed away peacefully on October 3, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara (nee Hines), a loving daughter Kelly Gonzalez (Thomas) and cherished grandchildren Thomas Gonzalez, Avery Gonzalez and great-grandson Tucker. Dear sister Karen Grubb (Kent), Cora Woodworth (Keith). Predeceased by brother Elmer Ferry, and his parents Elmer L. and Annette Irene Ferry. Danny was a loving husband, father grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

BUTTS, REGINA

SPENCE, STANLEY

Stanley D. Spence, Sr, 66, of Cleveland, Ohio was born February 27, 1957 to his parents, the late Enoch and Sandra L. (nee Simmons) Spence.

Stanley passed away on September 21, 2023 after a brief illness.

He was a headstrong, independent, sassy, and a wonderful son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. We will miss him dearly. Stanley will be remembered as a great friend to family and friends, always keeping in touch and willing to help. He never knew a stranger.

Cherished father of Stacy, Shannon, and Stanley Jr. (Jenny) Spence. Loving grandfather of Elizabeth, …Read More

THOMAS, ROBERT

Robert “Bert” Thomas Long, 59, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 22, 2023. He was born on October 16, 1963, in Wadsworth. Bert will be remembered as a great friend to family and friends, always keeping in touch and willing to help. He never knew a stranger.

Bert is survived by his wife Denise Long (Bischoff) son,Thomas J Long, brothers, Mike Long, and Dave (Vicky) Long, sister Debby Heaston, aunt, Eileen Randall; in-laws mother, Donna Bischoff, sisters Jean Rowe, and Laura Hunt. best friend, Matt Bauer; best buddy, Ray Taylor; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death …Read More

RYSER, MONA

Mona J. Ryser, 94, passed away on Thursday, September 21st. She was preceded in death by her son, Eric. She was an accomplished artist who worked in advertising. Her last place of employment was May Company in downtown Cleveland. She also worked at Higbees. She did commissioned portraits of people, pets, and houses. She was a much loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by daughter Daun (Charles) Coffey, daughter-in-law Judy Ryser, grandchildren Audrey Ryser, Jason and Adam Fellows, great-grandaughter Kindle Fellows. There will be a celebration of her life at …Read More