Michael (Mickey) Pieffer, 68, of Cleveland, Ohio passed away January 13, 2024. He was born February 13, 1955, in Camp Kilmer, New Jersey at the US Army Hospital to Walter and Mary Pieffer. He attended James Ford Rhodes High School in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a longtime football coach at St. Vincent DePaul School in Cleveland, a mentor to many young kids from the area, avid golfer, and sports fan. He worked for many years in the trucking industry and was active in the Cleveland Traffic Club. Mickey is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Mary and survived by his loving wife, Mary Laura, his children, Frank (Jaclyn), and Nicole (Nate), his adoring grandchildren, Grady, Braeden, Frankie, Lucy, Annie, Wyatt, and Eli, his brothers and sister, Nancy, Bo, Pat, Danny, and Dale. His funeral mass will be held at 11AM on Friday, February 9th at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church (13400 Lorain Ave Cleveland, Ohio 44111). Family and friends are invited to a celebration of his life at PJ McIntyre’s (17119 Lorain Ave) in West Park after the mass. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation “In memory of Mickey Pieffer” to St. Vincent DePaul Parish (13400 ...Read More

Barbara A. Crawford age 88, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Arthur L. Crawford. As a mother, she was a beacon of light to G. Angelo Crawford (Patricia), Angela S. Lewis-Holt, Felicia C. Crawford, and honorary daughter (niece) Noel A. Cummings. She was an awesome and beloved “Granny” to Brandon Lewis, Latasha Bailey (Brian), Brittanny Lewis, Mark Holt Jr., Marcella Holt, Nijah Crawford, and Aujah Crawford, and a cherished and loving great “Granny” to Yasmine Riley, Christian Lewis, Truth Perkins-Ray, Sean Lewis, Jaedyn Porter, Brandon “Jr.” Mack, Messiah Crawford, and Rylah Swain. Barbara was a caring presence in the lives of her brothers, sisters, in-laws, and a host of cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends. There is nothing that can replace the sadness and grief experienced by family and friends on this occasion of great loss, but the memories of her deep appreciation for family times and holidays will be a constant source of comfort that will last forever. Barbara found joy and delight from cooking huge and often elaborate meals for her family and welcomed guests, and made everyone feel like family. Her long battle with multiple disabilities did ...Read More

Gloria E. Squeri (1927-2024): Gloria passed away peacefully at O’Neill Healthcare in Bay Village, Ohio on January 14, 2024. She was 96. Gloria was born in New York City on September 22, 1927 and grew up in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of the City. After graduating from Straubenmuller Textile High School in 1945, Gloria went to work at the original Macy’s department store on 34th Street in New York City, where she worked until her retirement in 1992. Gloria is survived by her nephew (Stephen Squeri), her niece (Janice Santoro), their respective spouses (Therese Squeri and Bob Santoro), and her great nephews (Daniel, Michael, Bryan, and Christopher Squeri and John and Bobby Santoro). She is predeceased by her father (Silvio Squeri), her mother (Amelia Gesualdi), and her brother (John Squeri). The dates for services, including a funeral mass and a celebration of life, will be scheduled in the near future.

Mario Pinjuh, 61, of Lakewood Ohio passed away January 7, 2024. He was born February 6, 1962, in Euclid, Ohio to Siglinde and Marijan Pinjuh.He attended Euclid High School and Ohio State University. He was a lifelong fan of the Buckeyes along with the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Guardians. He spent years watching Guardians games and keeping score.He held positions in athletic departments including Lake Catholic and Mentor high schools. One of his proudest moments was on the staff as an assistant coach at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School when the Girls Basketball team won a State Championship in 1999.Mario is preceded in death by his parents and survived by his cousins Stella Mismas (Eric Girod), Joseph Pinjuh (Lori) and Lucija Radujkovic (Dragan), his aunt Myra Pinjuh and his aunt and uncle Carol and Joe Pinjuh.Family and friends are invited to Malloy – Esposito, 1575 W 117th St, Cleveland, OH 44107 from 3pm-5pm on Thursday January 11, 2024, to reminisce and honor the life of Mario.In Lieu of Flowers, please consider a donation “In memory of Mario Pinjuh” to Jewish Family Service Association, 29125 Chagrin Blvd. Pepper Pike, Ohio 44122.

David J Taylor, 86, of Lakewood Ohio passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 after a brief illness. David is survived by his brother Henry Taylor, sons Scott Taylor & Jim Taylor, and grandsons David Taylor and James Taylor.

Jackie Mowery, 76 of Lorain was called home Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at Berea Alzheimer’s Care Center following a lengthy illness. He was born June 5, 1947 in PortsSmith, Ohio then lived the remainder of his life in Lorain, Ohio. He worked at Precision and Dudick where he did water blasting while traveling across the United States. His last place of employment was Vocational Guidance Services in Elyria, Ohio. Jack enjoyed fishing with his wife Rose, loved his scratch off tickets, talking to his brother Dennis on the phone, and spending time with family especially his great granddaughter Avi’anna and great grandson Jack. Survivors include Son;James, Daughters Laura,Shirley and Kimberly. Stepson, Paul and Stepdaughter Michelle. He has 9 grandchildren. He has 5 living siblings; Dennis, Sue, Angie, Kathy and Phyllis. Sister in laws Nancy and Patricia. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 33yrs Rose (Deering) Mowery. His parents Elwood & Marion Elizabeth Mowery. His siblings Roger, Rick and Tom. A memorial will be pronounced at a later date.

Dorothy Elaine Slaughter, 71 of Eastlake Ohio passed away peacefully at home with family on December 27th, 2023. She was born in Dalton GA on November 4th, 1952 to Arthell Campbell and Dorothy Hughes, Her first job was at an A&W rootbeer stand at 15yo and she went on to hold many other positions in industry and healthcare. Her True love was her love for Jesus, her church, and her family.She was the Sunday school superintendent at Aspinwall Church for many years and was able to touch endless hearts of children across our city, This is the work she found most fulfilling. She is remembered by those who knew her as a sweet, kind and godly soul. She was angel on earth who has now gained her heavenly reward. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband James and survived by her Children James (Marilyn) & Candice. Grandchildren, Christopher, Alayna, James, Jordan,Alan,Cole,Alison & Alyssa. Great grand children, Jaxxon, Kade & Colton, who will always remember and thank her for her endless love, prayers and her example of a Christ centered life. Family will receive visitors Tuesday January 2nd, 5pm-7pm with a celebration of life service to begin at 7pm at ...Read More

MARION M. DINGER - BUIE (nee Morrison) age 91, of Conneaut, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home after a week surrounded by her children. Marion was born in Punxsutawney, Pa to the parents of Robert and Evelyn Morrison. She was a graduate of Punxsutawney High School and she married Max Dinger in 1950. They moved to Cleveland, Ohio and then moved to Conneaut, Ohio where she call “Forever Home”. She enjoyed traveling, casinos and garage sales! She is survived by her loving Children, Gary Dinger (Colleen), Janice DuFour (Jerry), and Carolyn Heath, son-in-law Robert Mummey, and the following grandchildren, Mechelle McKee (Erik), Melanie Angle, Allan Dinger (Nicole), Erica Esposito (Aaron), Jason DuFour (Amy), Jeffrey Dinger (Sara), Jonathan Long (Lydia), and David Long (Abby), and great grandchildren, Kedryn, Olivia, Ayden, Elyse Dinger; Arryon and Addyson Esposito; Capri and Giada DuFour; Maysi and Cullen McKee, Xander and Mya Angle; Davian, Maleia, Reagan, and Kora Long, and sister Gail McFadden (Al), and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in passing by her 1st husband Max who passed in 1978; and her second husband Robert Buie who passed in 2004, a loving son Terry Dinger, and daughter Judy Mummey, and son-in-law Larry ...Read More

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of John William Halcrow on December 18, 2023. Born to William and Jeanette Halcrow on December 28, 1964. John tried his best to stay close to home as his life and love could be found within a few favorite country roads and his beloved garage. John will be incredibly missed by his love, Wendy Cripps and his kids Frank Cripps (Melissa), Carly MacLeod (Scott), and Andrea Cripps (Chris Martin). Grandpa to seven amazing grandchildren, Chase Mitchell, Charlie and Bennett Cripps, Haylee Palmer, and Kacey, Wyatt, and Blake Martin. John was a cherished brother to Brenda McPhee (Andy) and Peggy Hannah. Brother-in-law to Barb Armstrong, Jim Beith, Cindy Bowser (Keith), Fred Beith (late June), late David Beith (Brenda), and Debbie Fleming (late Jim). He will be remembered by many nieces and nephews as well as countless extended family members. With an incredibly generous heart and a knack for lending a helping hand, John has touched the lives of a legion of friends and community members. A lifetime resident of Echo Bay and Laird townships, John’s presence will be missed by many. A celebration of life will occur Friday December 29th ...Read More

Kenneth Joseph Erb Jr. (age 63) passed away suddenly December 12, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. Kenny was born on November 30, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio and raised by his mother, Josephine (Morana) Kenaga. He is a self-taught guitarist and lived his life through his love of music that began when the family moved to Fremont, Ohio, during his teenage years. After moving to Cleveland in 1982, he formed the band Shok Paris, one of the pioneers of the Cleveland Heavy Metal scene. The band had much success throughout the 1980's and through all the ups and downs, Kenny never gave up on his dream and continued making music until the very end. Kenny is preceded in death by his beloved and cherished mother Josephine (Morana) Kenaga and the love of his life, Diane "Dodi" Braun. He is survived by his siblings, Donovan (Beth) and Kristen Kenaga and his loyal and ever-faithful cat, Nicky. Beloved uncle to Jessica (Jon) Barnes, Tyler, Josie and Elliott Kenaga. Cherished and loving caretaker to Jeannie and beloved nephew, cousin and friend to many. Memorials/celebrations of life will be after the new year and will be posted on Facebook. We (Donovan & Kristen) would like to ...Read More