Drotleff, Judy

Judy S. Drotleff, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024. She was 78 years old.

Born in Youngstown, Ohio on December 1, 1945, Judy was the daughter of the late Jack and Katherine Slagle. She graduated from Canfield High School in 1964 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University in 1968.

Judy worked as a newspaper writer and editor for nearly 20 years, first at The Youngstown Vindicator and later at The Cleveland Press until a few weeks before it ceased publication. She continued freelance writing with program notes …Read More

Adams, Carole

Carole Jean Adams (nee Eckert) passed away on February 10, 2024, in Avon, Ohio, at the age of 88. Carole was born on July 13, 1935, In West Hazelton, Pennsylvania, to William and Roselle Eckert.

Carole was a loving, caring, funny, and talented individual who cherished her family deeply. She is survived by her son, William Adams, daughter in law, Brenda Adams, daughter Julia Simpson nee Adams, Son in law Charles Simpson, granddaughters, Joy Adams, and Sydney Valenti nee Simpson, grandsons Duncan Simpson, and Maxwell Simpson, and Sister Judith Beck. She was preceded in death by her …Read More

Carlton, Rebecca

Rebecca A. Carlton, age 61, beloved daughter of Georgene (Kranesy) and Dennis Carlton; much loved sister of Debbie (Greg) Rhinehart, Bryan (Barb) Carlton, and Holly (Pat) Ginley. Cherished life companion of Ken Czar. Loving aunt, great aunt, niece, cousin, and friend to many. Passed away peacefully on February 22, 2024.

Though limited by her vision, Becky was still able achieve her Masters Degree. She loved her family, being around her friends, political conversations, and a good old fashion joke!

Although her footsteps have left this earth, her love will travel on with those she left behind. All services will be private.

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Beeler, Judith

JUDITH IRENE MARIE BEELER age 72, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2024.

She is survived by her daughter Deanna Throckmorton (Mike), son Billy Beeler and stepdaughter Lynda Lanier; grandchildren Tino Salvo (Aly), Naomi Beeler (fiancé Caleb), Emma Beeler, Savanna Beeler, Tony Throckmorton and William Beeler; Daughter in laws Brenda Beeler and Franny Boggs.

She is proceeded in death by her husband Billy C Beeler, stepson Tony Beeler, parents Joseph & Dallas Downey.

Memorial/Celebration of Life will be held Saturday March 9, 2024 from 2 pm to 6 pm– Service will start at 2 PM, after we will have an open house until …Read More

Beam, Sean

Sean J. Beam age 57

USAF-Desert Shield/Desert Storm Veteran, USAF Reserves. Beloved Husband of Linda A Beam (nee Bert); Children: William Beam and Grace Beam; Parents: James B.Beam, Marilyn K. Beam (Burton); Brother: Robert T. Beam. Memorial at a later date

Warner, Linda

LINDA JAY WARNER age 76, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024. Linda was a daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, Korb pool swimmer, Northfield skater, teacher, companion, traveler and all around regular person. It’s been quite a life. I saw the Aurora Borealis dance across the midnight sky. I flew aerobatics in an experimental plane. My feet walked the cobbled streets of Warsaw, Krakow and Prague. The architecture of Barcelona, Toledo and Florence delighted me. On a bench in Amsterdam a stranger became a friend. My tears flowed at Terezin and Auschwitz. I stared in the eye of a humpback whale …Read More

Curran, Robert

May 1, 1996 – February 6, 2024

Robert M. Curran died on February 6th at his home in Berea. Robert is survived by his brothers and sister as well as his sons. He will be remembered as a good and caring man.

Smith, Lillian

Lillian Emma Smith age 89, passed away, February 14, 2024. Loving mother of Wanda Ols (Raymond deceased), Wayne (deceased), Keith (Linda), Scheryl (deceased), Duane (Lois) and Anthony Sr. (Kathy). Proud grandmother of Sharon Seeh (David), Stephanie Alley (Ryan deceased), Anthony Jr, Justin (Allie), Alan (Rachel), Matthew (Jamie) and Ryan. Great-grandmother of Taylor, Nathan, Jacob, Ben, Rylynn, Hayden, Kieran, Emelyn, Addie, Corrie, Hallie, Audrey, Ellie and Baby Smith. Born in Chicago, IL Lillian was youngest of 8 daughters to Paul and Emma Golchert. Private family graveside services at Sunset Memorial Park.

Eckelmeyer, Winifred

Winifred Eckelmeyer (nee Hagedorn)11/21/38-01/28/24

Proceeded in death by son Lawrence Eckelmeyer and husband William Eckelmeyer.

Survived by daughter Chris Bell, Scott Eckelmeyer (Tami), Wendy Prida (Dean) Granddaughters Jamie, Taylor, Madison and Ashley. Great granddaughters, Isabel and Sophia. Private services to be announced.

Krivok, Keri

Keri L. Krivok, age 46, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024 in Youngstown, Ohio. She was the loving daughter of Sue and the late Ken Krivok. Dear sister of Lisa Kozak, and Ken Kozak. Cherished aunt of Nicholas Boland, Abby Boland, and Mia Boland. Keri was a lover of art and her furry love “Precious”.

Any donations may be made to NAMI of Cleveland. All Services Private.