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 Sandwich (Ed) of Perrysburg, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, cousins, step-grandchildren, step-great grandchildren, and many dear friends and neighbors. June had a great faith in God. She was dedicated to and loved all her family and friends.  June will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A special thank you to Jim and Kim Bryant, Becky and Mark Sedlak, Patricia Isbell, Annette Johnson, John and Karen Wagner, Pat Koehler, George Smith and Mike Jackman for the many years of friendship, love, support and care. A Celebration of June’s Life will be held at a future date. Memorials can be ...Read More

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 all animals big and small. If there was an animal in need she was always there to help. She would bring home stray and injured animals and do her best to bring them back to health. She would never give up on them even if she knew they were beyond saving. She also had a passion for gardening. In her final spring she started all her vegetables from seeds. She constructed a greenhouse for her plants, and she was able to watch them grow. A few weeks after planting the vegetables she was diagnosed with cancer. She did her ...Read More

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 University who were injured and needed help getting to and from their classes. He was a family man, and his greatest pride was in raising his three children. He poured all of his love for athletics, coaching, and storytelling into his kids, and they benefited greatly from his humor, support, and encouragement. He taught his children to believe in themselves, to stand up for what they believe in, and that not just Sunday but everyday is for watching football. Many may remember him for being headstrong— ranging from his steadfast commitment to his principles, to his refusal to eat more ...Read More

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

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.

Gail was born Dec 20,1957 passed away Sept 29,2023 born in Cleveland,Ohio Gail was Headstrong Independent women that will truly be missed by many, she spent her whole life doing for others and always put herself last .  a true void will be left of all of our 💕 hearts. Gail did not want to have a funeral and or be in a casket, we will have a celebration of life in the near future. Proceeded by Husband Frederick T.Butts, Mother of William B.Morgan, Donald R. Holmes, Amy R. Deshpande , her Brothers David L.Holmes(Susan,of Louisville Kentucky), Butch M.Holmes, and Sisters of Debra Walker, Peggy Carter, Lynn Holmes, Stepmother to Doug Butts, Thomas Butts, Lori Butts.  Natural Grandmother to Thomas Morgan, William Kannel, Brent Kannel, Christian Morgan, Brian Morgan, Haylie Deshpande, and and Aunt and great aunt to many more that she loved so much.

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, Alley, Jack, and Luke Spence. Dear brother of Richard Spence and Kimberley (Michael) Brooks. Loving Uncle, Cousin, and Friend to many. Stanley also leaves behind his loved fur baby, named Baby. Stanley enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandkids! He was a big fan of the Browns, country music, fishing, grilling and smoking food, playing chess, and he had a hobby of collecting Native American Indian figurines in remembrance of his heritage. His favorite sayings were “If It’s Free It’s For Me”, and “By Hook or Crook”. He was a 1975 graduate of Max S. Hayes High School of Cleveland, ...Read More

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 by his father, Thomas E Long; mother, Carmelle Smyth; brothers, Willy Long and Bryan Long; and brother-in-law, Dave Heaston. Bert served in the Navy Sea Bee Reserve's from 1984 to 1992. He was proud of his military associations. In his professional life, Bert worked as a fleet mechanic for Life Care Ambulance in Green for over 10 years and 25 years at AMR Ambulance. Outside of work, Bert enjoyed camping, fishing, kayaking, and hiking with his family and friends. He also enjoyed listening to audio books. A celebration of Bert's life will be held at Akron Eagles 555, located ...Read More