LASH, AL

Al Lash, Streetsboro
Feb. 21, 1935 – June 10, 2023

Al Lash of Streetsboro passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born Carl Allen Lash in Clarksville, Pa., on February 21, 1935, but he preferred to be called Al.

He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, where he met Catherine Barker, of Manistique, Mich., who also served in the Marine Corps. Al and Cathy were discharged in 1957 and married the next day in Beaufort, S.C. They settled in Streetsboro, where they raised their family of five children. Al served on the Streetsboro …Read More

PECK, MICHAEL

Michael T. Peck passed away suddenly on Monday, June 5, 2023 at the age of 36.

Michael enjoyed getting out on the hiking trails and exploring nature, especially in the Cleveland Metroparks. His love of dogs led him to his volunteer work at the Berea ARF animal shelter. He had fostered many dogs over the years.

He will be missed by his loving parents, Stacey Peck (Bob Lazaris) and Charles and Frances Peck; brother, Troy Dusman; uncle Joseph Peck; and many dear aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Michael was predeceased by his father Chrisopher Zawislan; and grandparents, John and Mary Ann Zawislan.

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FRYE, OSCAR TAYLOR

OSCAR TAYLOR FRYE (66 YEARS OLD) known as, O.T, passed away June 5, 2023 surrounded by friends and family. Born to Emmit and Marjorie Frye on September 22, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio. O.T was a jack of all trades, master of none, but better then a master of one. He was a protector who made those around him feel safe. O.T is survived by his wife Elizabeth, three adult children Este (Nikki), Jarroll, and Megan and grandchildren Aaron, Mariah, Jadalynn, Trinity and Isabella. Along with his sisters Este, Judy, Eleanor, Margo, Florine not to munch countless nieces and nephews. He …Read More

SCHWERING-SEEDHOUSE, LINDA

Linda Schwering-Seedhouse (nee. Urbach) passed away June 1st, 2023. She is survived by her best friend, and beloved Husband Chuck, and her children – Kimberly Paracsi (Dave) and Kristy Bertke (Brad). Linda was a loving Grandmother to Emma (Tom), Addison, Liam and Graeme. Great Grandmother to Noah and Evelyn. Preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Arlene Urbach, and brothers Gary and Donald. Linda was a remarkable woman, who welcomed everyone into her life with open arms and unconditional love. She loved her children and grandchildren fiercely – our family lost a matriarch, but Heaven gained an Angel.

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GREENLEAF, RHONDA

On May 23, 2023 Rhonda (Fowler) Greenleaf passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a brief Illness.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio June 2, 1961. She was a lifelong resident of Lorain County.

She is survived by her son Larry Greenleaf Jr. and daughter Nicole (Doug) Walden of Somerset, KY Her father John (Nan) Fowler of Cleveland.
Her grandchildren: Brandon Jeziorski, Makayla Moore, Elijah Walden and Avery Greenleaf. Her siblings: Andrew M. Fowler Sr., Scott (Wendy) Fowler, Deborah (Michael) Kampfer and Marinda Roman. And many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her mother (Sandy Fowler) whom she …Read More

BARKER, JEAN

Jean Marie Barker born April 7, 1942 died in her home May 20th 2023. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Barker. Mother of Lynn Turner (deceased) and Lisa Falkenberg. Grandmother of Nathon Gilbert, Jasmine Gilbert and William Turner. Great-Grandmother of 7. Jean was loved and will be missed by all.

WAGNER, BETTY

Betty Irene Wagner passed peacefully at the age of 84 on May 20, 2023 at the Thomas Perciak Family Residential Hospice. Betty was born on October 5, 1938 in Utahville Pennsylvania to Frank Lumanick and Katherine Lumanick (Poshedley). She relocated from her family farm to Cleveland, Ohio in 1952. Betty attended East High School, where she was a member of the national honors society. She fell in love with and married James Phillip Wagner, who also was from a small coal town in Pennsylvania. Betty worked as an administrative assistant for White Motors and the …Read More

BARWIDI, GERALD

Gerald Barwidi passed away suddenly on May 9, 2023. Gerald was born Dec. 14, 1947 from the late George, Rita (Klimkiewicz).
Gerald is survived by his wife Chris of 52 yrs and his daughters Amy, Eric Rossman and Leslie. His grandchildren Audrey and Jared.

Gerald retired from LTV and filled his spare time as a referee for soccer and volleyball. In his retirement years he volunteered at the Zoo, Playhouse Theater and Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.

Gerald always spoke of his love for his family and often reminisced of going to his grandparents house to hang around his many Aunts and …Read More

MCCONAHA, GARY

Gary McConaha Jr., 53, passed from this life May 13th, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. Gary is remembered fondly by his family for his passion for fishing, practical jokes, being the life of the party, and his love for his children and nephews/nieces.

Gary left behind his loving parents Gary (Terri) McConaha Sr. & Beth Pillar-Poyer, his beloved children McKenzie McConaha, Delaney McConaha, Emmett McConaha, Zak McConaha, & Zoey McConaha, grandson Tydus Dial, brothers Greg McConaha & Brandon Poyer along with 13 nephews and nieces. Gary was preceded in death by his little sister, Trista McConaha.

A private memorial will be held by …Read More

LEE, CHARLOTTE

Charlotte Lee (nee Shimola) age 81, beloved wife of Gerald. Loving mother of Ramona. Beloved daughter of Charles and Helen (nee Brezine) Shimola. Dear sister of Howard, Charles, Helen Marie, Madonna (deceased), Richard, Therese, Lauretta, Philip, Daniel, and Gregory. Graduated from St. Augustin H.S. Attended O.S.U. Worked at Sears, Artistic Interiors, and Wagner’s of Westlake. Her favorite charity was St. Vincent DePaul. Her husband always remembered the beautiful young woman he walked down the aisle. She was his joy. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Ames Family House, Hospice of the Western Reserve. Funeral service, 10am, Thursday, May 18, …Read More