Audrey Estelle Murray, nee Simader, 89 passed away October 11th, 2024 at O’Neill Healthcare in Bay Village, Ohio. Born July 20th, 1935, Audrey visited Florida often and spent most of her long life living in Brunswick, Ohio. Audrey raised three sons, and is survived by Kevin of Bay Village (Lydia DeGeorge) and Justin of Wisconsin (Angela). Son Darin passed away in September. She is also survived by her sister Helen, 94 years old of Florida, 13 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was aunt and great-aunt to many. Audrey spent her career in real estate. She loved horses, cats, antiques, thrifting and going out to restaurants. In her retirement, she enjoyed traveling to casinos throughout the states and in Canada. A remembrance of Audrey will be held at her son Kevin’s house on November 17th from 1 to 4.

Donna McDonald, age 83, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024, after a long illness. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Luther “Luke” McDonald. A devoted mother, Donna is survived by her children: Michael (Dawn), Susan Ortiz (Kenneth), and Sarah McDonald (Allyn Cheney). She was a cherished sister to Elda Custer Jeskey (Robert, John), the late Lois Walter (Don), and Gail Wright (Ed). As a proud grandmother, she leaves behind Meagan Miller (Cody), Anthony Ortiz (Samantha), Marissa McDonald, Mason McDonald, and Erin Ortiz, as well as step-grandchildren Nicollette (Justin) and Nicolas (Kori). Donna was also a great-grandmother to Eleanor and Margaret Miller and eagerly awaited the arrival of her new great-granddaughter, baby girl Ortiz. Born to the late Galen and Evelyn Weaver, Donna was the daughter-in-law of the late Owen and Melva McDonald and sister-in-law of the late Owen Horace (late Marilou) McDonald and the late Claude (Vivian) McDonald. She was a beloved aunt, cousin, and friend to many. Donna cherished her time with family, enjoying Friday "Sisters Day," hiking around Hinckley Lake, camping at Hocking Hills, and visiting the lake house to watch the eagles soar. She loved family gatherings, Wednesday morning bowling leagues, Disney vacations, and ...Read More

William M. Thomas, Jr., of Brooklyn, OH, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024 at the age of 86. Bill was born on January 13, 1938 in Cleveland, OH. He graduated from West Tech High School, and married his high-school sweetheart, Katie Asmus, in 1956. Bill joined the trades right after high school. He grew into a highly-trained and skilled electrician, and had a long and productive career, forging new pathways and making connections, expertly guiding the flow of electrons to light and power our lives. He was a proud, lifelong member of IBEW local 38, and a mentor to many newcomers to the profession. He always talked enthusiastically about many of the interesting jobs he worked over the years. Whether it was working on an x-ray machine in a new hospital, wiring up a movie theater, or working on any number of big construction projects, he got to spend time behind the scenes, seeing things most people would never see, his efforts touching and benefiting the lives of countless people. Even though it was hard work, often outdoors and in the elements, I’m sure he loved every minute of it. As a younger man, Bill loved a night out ...Read More

Joycelynn Marie Vavages, Collinwood, Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on September 27, 2024. She was born on June 21, 1968, to Austin and Hazel Vavages. Joycelynn is survived by her daughter, Stephanie LEM Vavages, and three beautiful grandchildren, Elsie Shockey, Penny Shockey, and Anthony Shockey, her loving partner, Ernie Piotrowski, and pet companion, Kotton. She is also survived by her sisters, Rowena Vavages and Karianne Lazor and loving nieces and nephews. Joycelynn is preceded in death by Hazel Vavages (Mother), Vaughn Vavages, (brother) and Nicole Burke, (Sister). She loved to spend time at Chili Peppers Fresh Mexican Grill, her former employer, where she brought joy to all who knew her and took great care of the plants. Joycelynn had a passion for coloring adult coloring pages in her free time, bringing color and creativity into her life, she loved to play Uno, listen to Tupac, Biggie, N'Sync and Backstreet Boys . She enjoyed sitting on the phone for hours talking, she was always cooking and sending food to her family. Jo was able to tell the time just by looking at the position of the sun. There is nothing she loved more than acknowledging the fact that she was Native American, ...Read More

With heavy heart we announce the passing of Allen Finley Jr. Allen was born on July 28,1967 to Harriette and Allen Finley Sr. of Vestaburg, Pennsylvania, who passed unexpectedly September 20, 2024. Allen was a devoted father to, Allen III (Jessica), Heather (Zak), Jade (Parker), Michael. Allen was also a devoted grampy to: Joseph, Jaeden, Kayleigh, Jocylin, Zak Jr., Maximus. Allen was a man of faith. He loved music. Allen was working on his talent on becoming a comedian. Allen will be greatly missed. A private celebration of life will be held at the family request. Family would like to express their gratitude during this time.

Jean Marie Foutz, aged 67, passed away on September 23, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on October 27, 1956, Jean graduated from Berea High School in 1975. Jean proudly served in the United States Navy for 20 years, retiring from duty aboard the USS Kitty Hawk. Her dedication to her country and her service were commendable and honored by her fellow servicemen and women. Jean is survived by her sister, Barbara Schroeder (Dennis); nephew, Max Schroeder (Morgan); niece, Molly Stillman (Denny); and her great nieces and nephew, Josephine and Nora Stillman, and Lily and Jed Schroeder. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard E. Foutz; mother, Mary Ann Foutz (Kane); sisters, Linda Sue Foutz and Mary Ellen Foutz; and brother, Richard E. Foutz Jr. Respecting her wishes, Jean was cremated and will be buried alongside her brother Richie. Services will remain private, with plans for a memorial gathering to be announced at a later date.

Darin Douglas Murray age 67, passed away on September 12, 2024 in Parma, Ohio. Born December 31, 1956 in Cleveland, OH, and passed away September 12, 2024 in Parma, OH. He was the beloved son of Kenneth W. Murray (deceased) and Audrey E. Murray. He will be deeply missed by his older brother Kevin (Lydia DeGeorge) of Bay Village, Ohio, and his younger brother Justin (Angela) of Oak Creek, Wisconsin. His nieces and nephews: Melanie, Mercedes, Tony, Ian, Nashika, Emerson, Mariah, Kiira, Justin Jr., Madison, Keelan, Orion, and Asia will miss hearing of his antics. He also leaves behind 15 great nieces and nephews and 1 great-great niece. Darin was the consummate salesman. If you purchased shoes or furniture in the last five decades, in the Cleveland vicinity, he could have been your salesman. He was a funny guy, and could make you laugh during the solemnest of occasions. Darin enjoyed fast cars in his youth, and classic cars in his later age. He had an extensive collection of lighters. He loved being retired. There will be a celebration of his life in the near future.