John E. Drotleff, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025. He was 81 years old. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, on March 3, 1944, John was the third son of the late Erwin and Henrietta Drotleff. He graduated from South High School in 1962 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree at Youngstown State University and a Master’s degree at Columbia University. For the next five decades, he worked as a music teacher at various schools in Ohio, including East High School in Youngstown, Glenwood Middle School in Boardman, Youngstown State University, Avon Lake High School, Kent State University, and Lakewood High School, where he was Fine Arts Department Chairman. His high school choirs achieved recognition through their tours and appearances at several professional conferences. From 1980–1994, his top ensembles at both Avon Lake and Lakewood High School received 15 consecutive superior ratings in the AA Division at the OMEA state competitions. Along with his teaching career, he spent forty years in various church music programs as a soloist, organist, or director. In 1984, he became the Artistic Director of The West Shore Chorale and Orchestra, a position he held until 2021. Under ...Read More

On Resurrection Day, the Lord Jesus called to his side his beloved daughter, Jane Marie Hunger (nee Walker). Age 90 and full of faith in her Lord, Jane took leave of a devoted family who cherished her deeply.   For 59 years, Jane was the beloved wife of the late William. She was the loving mother of Cindy Sanchez (Tony); Joel (Tammy); David (Debra); Sarah Upton (Brian); Mary Deppert (Craig); Jenny West (Jeff) and Mark (Amy). She was a devoted grandmother to Emma, Olivia, Ryan, Rachel, Lydia, Anna, Grace, Angela, and Austin; cherished sister to David Walker (Eileen), the late Annie Walker, the late Kathleen Eickmann (Jerry); the late Richard Walker (Patricia); the late William Walker; Helen Niermann (Tom); and Mary Patricia Holtmeier (John). She was the dearest aunt, great aunt, cousin, and fellow church member to many.  Jane loved scripture, great thrift store finds, refinishing antiques; baseball; new recipes; church choral music; and a kitchen table full of her favorite people: family.  A memorial service will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church, 21485 Lorain Road in Fairview Park at 10:30am on Tuesday, April 29. Contributions in Jane’s memory can be made to Messiah Lutheran Church & School or the ...Read More

January 18, 1964 - April 13, 2025Kelli Anne Hawthorne Cannon, age 61, of Cleveland Heights, passed away on Sunday April 13, 2025 at home after an 8 year battle with cancer. Born in Madison Wisconsin, then raised in Shaker Heights and Kent, Ohio, she graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School and spent a summer in Turkey as an AFS exchange student. She attended Kent State University where she received her Bachelors degree in International Political Science and Masters degree inEducation. She also attended the Methodist Theological School and received a Masters degree in Theology and Counseling.Kelli loved history and worked for many years at the Ohio Historical Society in Columbus, Ohio and then became the Site Manager for the President Warren G. Harding Home in Marion, Ohio. She also served as Associate Pastor of Prospect Street Church and taught World Religions as Adjunct Professor for the Methodist Theological School in Delaware, Ohio and Franklin University. She then managed a Cokesbury Bookstore in Columbus, Ohio for many years before taking a position in Sunday School Curriculum at United Methodist Publishing in Nashville, Tennessee.Kelli enjoyed a cup of coffee with a flavored creamer any time of the day and was always up ...Read More

December 14, 1949 – March 23, 2025 James Walter (Dub) Elliott, age 75, of Cleveland, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025 at O’Neill Healthcare Center.  Mr. Elliott was born on December 14, 1949 in Lepanto, Arkansas to John Lee Elliott and Mauvline McVey.  James was in the Army and was awarded the purple heart during his service in Vietnam.  He loved model planes, trains and automobiles.  He was a long-time resident of Cleveland, Ohio who lived a quiet life. He is preceded in death by his father, John Lee Elliott; his mother Mauvline Elliott and his daughter, Balinda Gale Hymen. Survivors include his sister, Carrie Lee Church, his nieces, Patricia Lee Bennett of Stuart, FL along with her husband Robert; Pamela Jean Hert of West Palm Beach, FL along with her husband Dennis; and Kimberly Ann Chipps of Asheboro, North Carolina and many great-nieces and nephews, and also many great-great nieces and nephews Mr. Elliott will be laid to rest at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville, OH with full military honors. Arrangements are being entrusted to Malloy-Esposito Cleveland Burial and Cremation Co.

Frank Gliha, 77, of Lakewood, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on April 2nd, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Landshut, Germany, on November 6th, 1947, Frank immigrated to the United States at a young age, where his family settled in Cleveland, Ohio. After attending Cleveland South High School, he worked as a welder building ships, including repairs on the Steamship Mather for American Ship Building. He retired after 28 years as a Professional Wastewater Treatment Operator and was known and respected by his family, friends and co-workers for his work ethic, self-sacrifice, and kindness to all. From an early age, Frank embraced a supportive role for his siblings. This trait continued throughout his life as he took pride in ensuring his family was well-fed, secure, and never lacked for anything. Frank was a Golden Glove boxer, award-winningdarter, and a skilled pool player, having run a Colorado Springs pool hall with his brother, David. He loved fishing, cooking, westerns, and raising his children and grandchildren. A passionate Cleveland Guardians and Ohio State Football fan, Frank gave up on the ‘always next year’ dream for the Browns, but his humor, faith, and empathy never wavered. He was deeply loved ...Read More

Steven Dale Arnold passed away on March 31, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on August 31, 1952, in Dover, Ohio to the late David H. and Mary Belle Arnold (née Anslow) Brother of Judi (Michael) Bowling, Melinda, and the following deceased Jim, David, Mary Holderbaum and Susie. He is survived by his former spouse and good friend Susan Arnold (née Kozyk). Brother-in-law Ray Kozyk (Terie). Sister-in-law Raylene Kozyk (Ray Tilley). Children Aaron and Ashleigh. Grandchildren Ethan, Isaias, Zoe and Bria. Grand-dogs Roosevelt, Copper, and Gucci. Countless nieces and nephews. Known affectionately as "Nubbins," Steven was a retired Chief Mechanical Inspector for the City of Cleveland who was known for his knowledge, generosity, and sense of humor. You could find him at home trying countless times to navigate Zoom for local meetings or out at local eateries—places where familiar faces and good food came together— or at his favorite local library enjoying a good book/newspaper. He found joy in feeding wildlife and requesting FaceTime visits with his favorite grand-dogs Roosevelt and Copper. Steven lived a life of quiet joys and simple pleasures that brought comfort to those around him. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him. Final arrangements ...Read More

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Margaret Ann Pellegrin. She died on March 3, 2025, at Ennis Court, Lakewood, Ohio after an extended illness. She was born September 10, 1935, in Marion County, West Virginia. She was a longtime resident of West Virginia and Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents, Giovanni (John) Meffe and Assunta (Susie) DiPlacido, and siblings Michael Meffe, Angelina Maccarone, Pearl Dellimuti, Anthony Meffe, Betty Walters, Mary Louise Siko, Joseph D. Meffe, Franklin D. Meffe, and Daniel P. Meffe. She is survived by her brother, John Meffe Jr. She enjoyed a long, blessed life with her beloved husband Dominick Joseph Pellegrin. Together, throughout their marriage, they frequently traveled, dabbled in many real estate adventures, and co-owned a heating company and catalog business. Dominick died in 2022. She then relocated to Ohio, under the care of her nephew Marty Walters. She was cherished by her large extended family. Her nieces and nephews will greatly miss her endearing smile, youthful personality, and fun companionship. She was the fun Aunt. Funeral arrangements were handled by Malloy-Esposito of Cleveland. Internment of ashes was completed at the Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Clearwater, Florida. Memorial donations can be ...Read More

Kelly Ann Esson (Boskovitch), 56, a beautiful, adored woman who sadly left our world peacefully on March 3rd, 2025, surrounded by her family who loved her. She will always be remembered for enjoying life with a smile on her face and a spirit that danced throughout people’s lives. Her comfort, kindness and generosity have touched so many people. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest treasures. Kelly has always gone above and beyond for those near and dear to her. In our hearts she will forever live on. A beloved daughter to Stephen and Joan Boskovitch, sibling to Frank, Colleen and Stephen Boskovitch. A loving devoted partner to Dennis Shorf, a mother to Stephaine, Nicole and Arron whom she shared children with David Esson. Nana to her five grandchildren Layla, Stella, Jordyn, Steve Jean and Carmen. Celebration of life will be held on April 5th, 2025, 3pm at Fraternal Order of Eagles 27190 Royalton Rd, Columbia Station, OH 44028