It is with great sadness that the family of Joseph Thomas Crompton, 36, of Cleveland, Ohio announces his passing as a result of an automobile accident on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. Joe, ever the animal lover, had his beloved pup Penny by his side. Joe will lovingly be remembered by parents Shirley Simon and Scott Crompton (Christine), brother Jason Crompton, sister Stephanie Hrnchar (Johnny), step-siblings Ashlee Edmonds (Joe), and Julie Zizelman (Kyle) and as the fun-loving uncle Joe Joe to nieces Olivia Lynn and Ava Grace. Left to carry on his memory are his many aunts and uncles: Ruth Lynch, Rich and Kathy Simon, George and Christine Simon, Cindy and Jeff Neal, Debbie and Tom Fattlar, Bill and Sue Crompton, Mark and Kate Crompton and Dave and Barb Crompton. Joe was known for his selflessness, generosity, and humor by his many cousins and friends. He was a loyal, dedicated and hard-working member of the Townhall family and will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Joe was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill and Corinne Crompton and Richard and Linda Simon, and his beloved first dog, Louie. A Celebration of Life will be held at Red Space 2400 ...Read More

Gerald C. Varnadoe, 91, of Avon, passed away on November 21st surrounded by loved ones. Gerald is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley. He is survived by son David Varnadoe, daughter Susan Hupp (Lee), and son Daniel Varnadoe (Virna), grandchildren Ryan Touma, Anna Hupp, Alyssa Hupp, Brandon Varnadoe, and great-grandchild Andrew Touma. To honor Gerald’s memory, we are holding a celebration of life luncheon on Wednesday, November 30th at 2:00pm at Tom’s Country Place, 3442 Stoney Ridge Rd., Avon. We invite family and friends who knew Gerald to attend and reflect on his full life.

Roman G Gvozd 9/07/1958 - 11/15/2022 Roman passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Tuesday. He was preceded in death by his mother ,Hazel and father, Roman . Loving husband of 43 yrs to Martha nee bunch . Loving brother to Cathy (Roger) Tammy and Danny . Beloved step father to Tommy (Joann) Tracy (Brian) Dawn(Chuck ) and Preston(Neicy) Loving grandfather of Carrie, Eric, Erin ,Charles, Shawn,Kayla,Summer, Seanne, Savannah, Katarina, Richard,Jordan, Noah and Nolan. Great grandfather of 25 . Private memorial to be held at a later date . See ya later Buddy roll.

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"