Jennifer Rose Branch, 41, passed away suddenly at home on October 31, 2022. Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Mark Rodes (2015), four grandparents, and a baby brother, Matthew. Jennifer is survived by her mother, Suzee Branch; siblings - Fred, Antonio and Eileen Branch, Tabatha and Jeffrey Rodes, and Amber Polacek; children - Frankie, Alex, Aaron, Jeremiah and Jaynie; and three nieces, four nephews and two granddaughters. Through the years, Jennifer helped countless other struggling alcoholics/addicts who will now live in her honor. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jennifer's honor to the Alcoholics Anonymous Cleveland District Office at https://www.aacle.org/ Memorial Visitation will be held 4-7pm on November 14, 2022 at the Malloy-Esposit Celebration Center, 6384 Pearl Road in Parma Heights.

In Great Honor Of; Thomas E. Plona 12-11-57 11-03-22 Loving & Caring Husband To SherriLynn Plona; Beloved Father To John Turk, Amanda Plona, Autumn Plona, Rebecca Plona, Joshua Kelly(son in law) & Thomas J Plona; Grandfather To Josalyn Dye; Amazing Brother, Uncle & Awesome Friend To Many. One Of The Hardest Working & Honorable People To Walk This Earth! Tom’s Face, Laugh & Personality Would Light Up The Room No Matter Where He Went. So Many People Know Tom as Big T! Siding Was His Passion, Being A Great Role Model Is What He Was! His Mark On Earth Will Forever Live On. He Couldn’t Go Anywhere Without Someone Stopping Him To Talk Because He’s Known So Well! He Is Missed & Loved By So Many, But God Needed One Of His Strongest Angels To Come Home. As Ozzy Said, We’ll See You On The Other Side!

Erin K. (Blair) Gutfranski passed away peacefully on November 2nd with loving arms around her. Erin was the beloved wife of David Gutfranski and mother to their fur babies, Kopper, Kassie and Khloe. Beloved daughter of Robert (deceased) and Peggy (Kyle) Blair and daughter-in-law of Kathleen Gutfranski. Sister of Ryan Blair, David Blair, Amanda (Phillips) Blair, Robert Gutfranski, & Hilary (Phipps) Gutfranski. She was a cherished Aunt to Charlie & Matt Gutfranski and Connor Blair. She was an amazing friend with the kindest heart and nanny to many children she loved as her own. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk besides us every day… unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.” There will be a celebration of life after the holiday season. Any donations can be made to your local Lions Club or the Ohio Lions Foundation. PO Box 470301, Broadview Hts. OH, 44147.

Alma Maria Perez "Elmo" 56, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on Monday October 31, 2022 surrounded by her loving family and friends at the Cleveland Cardiology Clinic. She was born to Jesse and Mary Jane (Flores) Perez Jr. at St. Vincent's Hospital on September 3, 1966 in Toledo, Ohio. Alma was a 1984 graduate of Perrysburg High School and briefly attended BGSU. She was preceded in death by her father Jesse Perez Jr., sister Nelda M. (Michael) Ormsby, Grand Parents Jesus & Delia (Esparza) Perez Sr. and Jose & Concepcion (Ramos) Flores. Alma is survived by her Mother, Mary Jane Perez, children Nathaniel K. Perez, LaTisha M. Williams and Charles E. Williams III. Grandsons Charles E. Williams IV and Noah I. Williams. Siblings, Diana M. (Jose) Ruiz, Idahlia M. (Dennis) Perry, Jaime Perez, Armando J. Perez, Anjelica J. (Anthony) Jones and numerous niece's and nephew's. The Family will hold a Celebration of Life at a date to be announced. Those wishing to make a donation please consider donating in Alma's name to the Cleveland Clinic.

Christine Margaret Santa, age 65, residing in Strongsville, OH, passed away on Monday, October 17th, 2022. Christine was born on November 25th, 1956, and grew up in Parma Heights, OH. She graduated from Valley Forge High School in 1974. After high school, she had a job as an assistant librarian at Jones Day Law Firm, where she worked for 45 years until she retired. She had her first son when she was 30, and had twin sons when she was 36. She was a selfless parent that always put her family before herself. She had a full life, and enjoyed going for walks, cooking, reading, music (especially the Blues & Rock & Roll), travel, gardening, astrology, numerology, and Christianity. Chris was strong in her faith. And she enjoyed watching the Cleveland Browns football games. She is survived by her two sisters, three sons, one niece, four nephews, and one grandson. She is preceded in death by her parents George & Rosemary Santa (Arkey), Brothers George and Larry, and sister Jeanne. Also her beloved pets, Comet and Coco. A Life Celebration will be held in her honor on Monday, November 7th at the Malloy Esposito Celebration Center at 6384 Pearl Rd., ...Read More

Lora June Litos (nee Lake) Age 73, peacefully passed away on October 23, 2022. She was born to the late Carl L. Lake, Sr. and Elizabeth L. Riedel in Cleveland, Ohio on July 27, 1949. Beloved wife of the late Bill; loving mother to Pedro Lake (Xaymara), Richard Lake, and Anthony Lake (Michelle); dear sister of John, Michael, Terrance, and Richard (all deceased), and Carl, Jr. She was a caring Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt, and friend to many. Lora worked hard to raise her family and did the most with what God had given her. She was always there for her family and friends, through the good times and bad. She often did without so that her family and friends could have what they needed. Lora possessed an indomitable spirit that helped propel her through life’s challenges. As a young mother, she volunteered with the Cleveland Auxiliary Police and as a Pack Leader for her son’s Cub Scout Troop. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, and reading. In her later years, she passed her time watching re-runs of The Andy Griffith Show and Matlock. She never passed on the opportunity to watch the Wizard of Oz either! Lora was greatly loved and ...Read More

Awilda M Carroll (Sunny) 02-07-1962 10-13-2022 "Angel Face" If you see a sunset it's me, Smiling from behind it. If I go away far and you see, A star you may find it, And I'll be inside it. "Never Bye" Fly Butterfly "C Ya"

Kermit Bias Jr. passed away at 7:37 AM on October 17th, 2022. He fought a long, hard battle with heart disease. Beating the odds and outliving so many predictions and diagnoses until meeting his unexpected end. Kermit is survived by Angela, his wife of 18 years as well as his children Chelsea, Christian, Elaina and Michael. Those who knew him loved him deeply, especially his family. He had just turned 58 years old in July. Kermit was a true blue Harley man, he loved to ride. He treated his Harley like a bestfriend. Taking countless trips far and wide with his two youngest children. We knew that this day would come but we did not know it was going to be so soon. Kermit was a devoted father, loving partner and a true friend. He leaves behind his wife and four children, as well as a variety of friends and extended family. He had such a big heart and would help anyone in need, he would move mountains for his family. Kermit was a stay-at-home dad, his bond with his children was unbreakable. His children were his whole world, there’s nothing he wouldn’t do for them. His children ensured that ...Read More

Donald E. Scheeff (Donny) age 59 married to Kimberly (Lambert) Scheeff, Born on May 26, 1963 in Cleveland Ohio passed away peacefully after a long and grueling battle with cancer in his home in Brook Park, OH surrounded by his loved ones. Donny was the loving son of Dennis G Scheeff (deceased) and Sharon (Hein) Scheeff. Donny is father to Steven Scheeff, Cynthia Scheeff and Kassandra Powers (Jimmy). He was papa to Makenna, Peyton, Harper and Conor Lasker, Connor Powers and Jayden Lyons. He was a loving brother to Dennis Scheeff and Dionne (Bob) MacDonald and uncle to Helen and DJ Scheeff and Zack and Dayna MacDonald. He was preceded in death by his father, his first wife Barbara (Mohney) Scheeff, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Donny loved all styles of music but especially by artists Frank Zappa and Todd Rudgren. He loved camping and the outdoors, motorcycles and just adventures in general. He was an avid sports fan of Ohio teams and enjoyed watching games by the Browns, Guardians and OSU. He was an American Patriot and supported the armed forces every chance he could. He retired from The Ohio Nut and Bolt company in 2021 after working there for ...Read More

Although Dremae Susie Zimmer passed away on the 12th of October, her soul will continue living on through her family and friends. Susie was a caring and lovable woman who, throughout her lifetime, devoted herself to her faith and the people around her. Born in 1968 to a large family in Cleveland, she had a childlike innocence about her. She would always seem to look at the brighter things in life and never said a bad word about anyone. She remained a faithful Christian for her entire life, and made a family out of her church group. She married Alfred Zimmer in 1996. Preceded in death by her parents Kyle and Katherine Hale. Brother Herman Hale. Survived by Husband Alfred Zimmer and her dog Scooby. Brothers and Sister, Basil (Betty) Ghee, James (Donna) Hale, Robert (Vicki) Hale, Robin (Bob) Hale-Saunders. Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins that she adored. We know that God is pleased to have one of His kind and generous angels back in his arms, where she belongs. She will be sorely missed by those on earth. Celebration of life Friday, Oct 21st, 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Celebration of life Saturday, Oct 22nd, 10:00 to 11:00. ...Read More