Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Dennis W. Fairley

Dennis W. Fairley

Dec 24, 2024

Dennis W. Fairley, age 66, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024. He was born on April 18, 1958, in Richmond County, North Carolina, to his loving parents, Ella Robinson and Jerry Fairley.

Dennis was the beloved husband of Sandra (nee Bings) Fairley. He was a devoted father to Rashon L. Bings, Dennel W. Fairley (Enjoli), Brent A. Fairley, and Jermaine...

Mark Dewane Williams

Mark Dewane Williams

Dec 28, 2024

Mark Dewane Williams, aged 57 years old, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on December 28th, 2024, after a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s in early 2021. 

Mark was born on September 20th, 1967, to Joe and Sandra Williams in Cleveland, Ohio. Mark went on to train in the police academy and became a police officer of 29 years. In 1997, Mark married...

Henry Davis

Henry Davis

Dec 27, 2024

Henry Davis, age 45, passed away on December 27, 2024. Born on January 29, 1979, in Cleveland, Ohio, Henry was the cherished son of Elaine Cullum and Anthony McCoy, with Vincent Cullum and Levon Burnett, Sr., playing a significant role in his upbringing.

Henry was the beloved father of Tyson Davis and the dear brother of Anthony Davis, Chavone Burnett, Levon...

Alexandra Pantelimon

Alexandra Pantelimon

Dec 24, 2024

Alexandra Pantelimon, born on November 3, 1944, in Romania, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and family.

Alexandra is survived by her husband Gheorghe Pantelimon; beloved children Valeriu Nicolae and George; grandchildren George Pantelimon, Anastasia Pantelimon, Georgiana Pantelimon, Alexandra Hortea, Robert Hortea, Daniel Pantelimon, and Sergiu Pantelimon; great-grandchild to Hortea David; cherished...

Asuncion "Tito" Malave

Asuncion "Tito" Malave

Dec 23, 2024

Asuncion "Tito" Malave, age 85, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. Born on May 5, 1939, in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico, he was the beloved son of the late Anicasio Malave and Herminia Zayas.

Tito was the cherished father of Mayra, Mildred, Ruben, and Jose Luis; proud grandfather of Alex, Addin, Anthony, Armani, Alyssa, Ashley, Aidali, Diannie,...

Gulianz Shavkatova

Gulianz Shavkatova

Dec 22, 2024

Gulianz Shavkatova passed away on December 22, 2024. Janazah Prayers were held on December 23, 2024. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens. 

Rafael V. Quinones

Rafael V. Quinones

Dec 21, 2024

Rafael V. Quinones, age 80, passed away on December 21, 2024. He was born on September 26, 1944, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, to his loving parents, the late Ramon and Rosa Quinones. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors. 

Robert B Brastajn

Robert B Brastajn

Dec 20, 2024

Robert B. Brastajn, a lifelong Cleveland resident, passed away on December 20, 2024. He was born on November 17, 1964, in Cleveland, Ohio, and was a devoted companion, father, and friend to many.

Robert cherished the time spent with his companion, Shirley Johnson, who provided him with support and love throughout their relationship. He was also a proud stepfather to Mary...

Rachel Brooke Austin

Rachel Brooke Austin

Dec 19, 2024

Rachel Brooke Austin, age 44, passed away on December 19, 2024. She was born on September 28, 1980, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, James Austin and Janis Gwin. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Notra Mae Long

Notra Mae Long

Dec 19, 2024

Notra Mae Long, age 88, passed away on December 19, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1936, in Tuskegee, Alabama, to her loving parents, the late Iris Chisholm and Marie Brown.

Notra was the beloved wife of Clarence Long and the devoted mother of Bettye J. Rhinehart (Willie), John L. Smith (Tina), Sylvia A. McIntosh (Melvin - both deceased), Harold...

Shawn Ballinger

Shawn Ballinger

Dec 18, 2024

Shawn Ballinger, age 41, passed away on December 18, 2024. He was born on November 23, 1983, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Ellen Leonardi and the late James Ballinger. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Gregory D. Shelley

Gregory D. Shelley

Dec 18, 2024

Gregory D. Shelley, age 69, passed away on December 18, 2024. He was born on June 10, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Joseph E. Shelley and Doris L. Murdock. Gregory was raised by Charles E. McClelland and shared a close bond with his family.

He was the dear brother of Cindy McClelland, Pam Shelley, Glenda Pritchett, Gary Shelley,...

Maria Morales

Maria Morales

Dec 17, 2024

Maria Morales, born on August 17, 1943, in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, to the loving union of Trinidad and Seferina Santiago, entered into eternal rest on December 17, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. 

Maria was one of nine siblings raised in a household filled with faith, love, and music. She carried these values throughout her life as a devoted wife to...

Frankie Joseph Graham

Frankie Joseph Graham

Dec 17, 2024

Frankie Joseph Graham, age 61, passed away on December 17, 2024. He was born on November 22, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, the late Charles Graham and Judy Edinger. 

Beloved father of Deedee Wiese (Thorn). Dear brother of Bradley Graham, Pamela Graham, and the late Charles Graham, Sr. (Becky), Thomas Graham, and Douglas Graham. Treasured uncle of Brandi...

Maria Carmen Gonzalez Soto

Maria Carmen Gonzalez Soto

Dec 17, 2024

Maria Carmen Gonzalez Soto, age 91, passed away on December 17, 2024. Born on Christmas Day in 1932 in Utuado, Puerto Rico, she was the beloved daughter of the late Juan Gonzalez and Maria Bernardina Soto.

Maria was a devoted mother to Carmen G. Martinez, Maria Martinez, Miriam Martinez, Olga I. DeLeon, and Enrique Martinez, and a cherished grandmother who brought...

Roy Franklin Bowden

Roy Franklin Bowden

Dec 16, 2024

Roy Franklin Bowden, age 77, passed away on December 16, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Delores P. Bowden. Cherished father of Donna Clark, Diane Cordero, Denise Prokop, Rose Sendejaz, Dolores O’Dell, and Clara Clark. Loving grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather. 

Family and friends are welcome on Friday, December 27, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Slone &...

Norma Padilla

Norma Padilla

Dec 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Norma Padilla, who left us on December 16, 2024, at the age of 72. Norma was a woman of notable strength and resilience. Despite the many challenges life placed before her, she faced them with perseverance. Her devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and The Rosary was a source...

Marilyn Claire Comiskey

Marilyn Claire Comiskey

Dec 15, 2024

Marilyn Comiskey (née Maxim), age 80, passed away peacefully with family surrounding her on December 15, 2024. Born on November 8, 1944, she was just three years old when she lost her father, an ore boat captain on the Great Lakes. That death lead to other losses, as her mother struggled to provide for the young family on her own,...

Edwin Garcia

Edwin Garcia

Dec 15, 2024

Edwin Garcia, age 60, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024. He was born on August 31, 1964, in New York, to his loving parents, the late Jose and Lina Garcia. Edwin was the dear brother of William Garcia, Haydee Ortiz, and the late Jose L. Garcia, and a treasured uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was a man...

Safet Dzino

Safet Dzino

Dec 15, 2024

Safet Dzino passed away on December 15, 2024. Janazah Prayers were held on December 18, 2024. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. 

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