February 20, 1968 – May 4, 2025 Raymond Allen Duffield, 57, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 4, 2025. Born February 20, 1968 in Cleveland, he was the beloved son of the late G. Ford and Elizabeth J. (Hicks) Duffield. Ray was preceded in death by his best friend and brother, Kenneth H. Duffield. He is lovingly survived by his wife of eight years, Roxanne M. Duffield; siblings Tammy R. (Donald) Moore, Daniel S. Duffield, Kimberly R. Duffield, sister-in-law Chris A. Duffield and many nieces and nephews. He was a devoted father to Preston (Leah) Chapin, Samantha (Matthew) Robinson, Maggie (Jason) Surber, Isaac Poff, Elizabeth (Emily) Duffield, and Levi Poff. He was a proud and doting ”Papaw” to Malachi, Luke, Gabriel, Wyatt, Zechariah, and Gideon. Ray’s love extended beyond his immediate family—he cherished many as his own, including Derrick (H. Elizabeth) Stillwell, Rebecca Dalton, and their children. Although a graduate of Cloverleaf High School, Ray bled purple and had an unwavering love for the Barberton community—especially its youth. Whether in the stands or on the sidelines, he was always there cheering, coaching, and encouraging kids to excel not just in sports, but in school and in life. Ray’s ...Read More

Estelle Virginia Milligan (née Smith) passed away on April 28, 2025 after 102 years of an extraordinary life. Preceded in death by her ever-loving Joe (Hugh Joseph Milligan), her husband of 54 years. She was the daughter of Joseph F and Emma Smith of Lakewood (both deceased), and loving sister of Rosemary Smith (deceased), John “Bud” Smith (Patricia) (both deceased), and Joseph F. Jr (Sally). Loving sister-in-law of Agnes Benjamin (Lloyd), Elizabeth Milligan, and David Milligan (Helen) (all deceased). Beloved mother of Margaret Ann Danielson, (Cliff-both deceased), Hugh Jr. (Carole-deceased), Rosemary Wrobel (Mike), Liz Lenahan (Dan), Michael (Brenda), and Trish Detwiler (Larry). Adored grandmother of 22, great grandmother of 36, and great, great grandmother of 10. Loving aunt, cousin, and friend to all she knew. Memorial mass will be held at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 3644 Rocky River Drive, Cleveland, on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to A Special Wish Foundation, 23 Public Square, Brecksville, Ohio, 44141.

VINCENT PAUL COCCO April 2, 1949 - April 28, 2025 Passed away peacefully in the early morning of April 28, 2025. Beloved father of Zachary Orlando and Bethany Efstathia (deceased). Dear brother of Loretta Black (Jack) and Orlando Cocco (Kathleen, deceased). Uncle of Stephen, Stephanie, Nick and Nate. Son of Orlando Sr and Josephine Cocco (both deceased). Vince was retired from Orlando Baking Company, where he worked for 30 years. He was also a cook and kitchen manager during some of his retirement. He was a lover of Cleveland sports, music and had an amazing green thumb. The greenest. He is also survived by his second family, the good people of Sunrise at Parma where he lived the last few years of his life. Vince will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

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