Caskey, Steven

Steven David Caskey (b. Sept. 17, 1964) passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, after a short cancer diagnosis surrounded by his adoring children.

Steve has joined his fathers, James Crist and Dr. James W. Caskey. He is survived by his beloved mother, Sharon Caskey; siblings Darci Mack (Edward) and Michael (Michelle); many nieces and nephews; friends from all over; and most importantly, his favorite children, Devon, Aidan, Delaney, and Gabrielle.

While being a father, son, brother and friend, Steve was always reading, listening to college radio, charcoal grilling, bicycling or simply enjoying the day on his front porch. Ever in the pursuit …Read More

Adams, James

James L Adams, age 85

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James L Adams, beloved husband of Patricia M Adams (née Jindra), and loving father of Kathleen M Rockas (Daniel), Mary C Baker (Bruce Keller), and Margaret L Kohlmyer (Ernest). James was preceded in death by his mother Catherine Adams (née Isabell) and brother Robert J Adams. He is survived by five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, his sister Donna C Altzner of Palm City, Florida, and several nieces and nephews.

James was born June 7th, 1940, in Cleveland, Ohio, and …Read More

Albers, Douglas

July 18, 1956 – June 21, 2025

Douglas Keith Albers, age 68, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, after a short illness, in Lakewood, Ohio, surrounded by his wife and children.

Born at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina, and raised in Rocky River, Ohio, Doug was a proud graduate of Rocky River High School. He went on to earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Baldwin Wallace University, where he was a devoted member of Alpha Tau Omega (ATO). Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Donald S. Albers and Shirley A. Albers. He is …Read More

Buell, Douglas

Douglas Charles Buell, 67, of Northfield, went home to be with the Lord June 8th, 2025. Proceeded in death by his mother, Vilma M. Buell (Nee Lenese) and father, Douglas Baker Buell. He is survived by his sisters Shirley Crowe (Nee Buell) and Carol (Gene) Brian; children Stephanie, Aimee (Marty), Jennifer (David), and Douglas (Jennifer); grandchildren Anna, Jeremy, Claudia, Mason, Victoria, Gavin and Logan.

Doug was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, taking trips on his Harley whenever he could. He had many accomplishments in his life including 10 years driving with Greyhound, and numerous mechanic jobs. He was always willing to help …Read More

Behal, Concetta

Concetta (Chet) Behal (Piunno) age 79 passed away on June 4th. Beloved wife to Paul for 59 years. Mother to Mark(Michelle), Katherine Bruno ( Robert) and Adam ( Amy). Nanna to Anthony, Joey and Ava. Sister to Christine Luca (Joe), Anthony Piunno (Sally) and John Piunno.

Whitcomb, Barbara

Barbara E. Kayler Whitcomb, age 106, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at Western Reserve Hospice House in Westlake, Ohio.

Born on August 9, 1918 in Alliance, Ohio, she was the daughter of Samuel Earl and Edith Lenore (Mather) Kayler. Barbara graduated from Alliance High School and attended Kent State University.

Barbara was married to Merle H. “Mert” Whitcomb for 58 years until his passing in 2000. She is survived by her children: Bob (Maria) Whitcomb of Santa Clarita, CA; Janice (Ken) Dunn of North Olmsted, OH; and Sandy McDaniel of Indianapolis, IN. Grandchildren include Mindi Dunn Bub, Kristen (Jonathon) Bowen, …Read More

Cain, Mary

Cain, Mary Esther (Laub) passed away peacefully at age 93 at the Lutheran Home in Westlake, Ohio on May 16th, 2025. Born November 3, 1931 in Toledo Ohio to Esther and Karl Laub. Preceded in death by parents, husband Walter Chapman Cain, sister Joanne and Brother-in-law Harry Thieman.

Mary attended the University of Toledo majoring in Biology
After working as a medical assistant she met and married her husband of 62 years Walter Cain. They moved to Bay Village Ohio where they raised 3 sons and were active in their community for over 70 years.

She is survived …Read More

Anderson, Lisa

Lisa Gail Anderson passed away peacefully on Monday March 31, 2025.

Our world is somewhat diminished from the loss of her compassion and kindness.

Lisa developed a strong character perhaps due to the loss of her father as a little girl of about 8 years old.

Lisa was determined to excel and to rely only on herself at which she succeeded admirably in her personal and professional life.

Lisa became a Registered Nurse after college in Erie, PA and started her career in the hospital there before moving on to a job in Public Health visiting rural residents in the surrounding district.

She was well …Read More

Bowling, Andrew

Andrew Joseph Bowling (Drew) was born October 9, 1986 to Michael E. & Judith Bowling (nee Arnold). Dear baby brother of Amy Carr (Ian) and preceded in death by his older brother Michael D. He was loved by his Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many friends. Drew was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, August 2, 2003. He fell asleep April 28, 2005.

Services will be held Saturday May 10th at 4pm, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 5900 Franklin Blvd Cleveland, OH 44102.  Please contact his family to attend via Video Conference.

Duffield, Raymond

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) …Read More