Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Israel Candelaria

Israel Candelaria

May 22, 2024

Israel Candelaria, age 63, passed away on May 22, 2024. He was born on October 4, 1960, in Camden, New Jersey, to his loving parents, Clemente and Carmen Candelaria.

Israel was the beloved father of Michelle and Eric Candelaria, and the cherished grandfather of Cionee Bachelor and Laylani Lock. He was a dear brother to Carmen Pagan and Roman Colon, and...

Shadi Mohammad Aladel Aal Albanna

Shadi Mohammad Aladel Aal Albanna

May 22, 2024

Shadi Mohammad Aladel Aal Albanna passed away on May 22, 2024. Janazah Prayers were held on June 1, 2024. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens. 

Matthew Utrata

Matthew Utrata

May 21, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

Pourandokht Bastani

Pourandokht Bastani

May 21, 2024

Pourandokht Bastani passed away on May 21, 2024. Beloved wife of Mohammad Mohajer; dear mother of Ali (Marzieh), Saideh and Fahimeh (Robert) Mohajer; loving grandmother of Erfan, Nikoo, and Sarah. Janazah Prayers will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 1:30 PM at the Islamic Center of Cleveland, 6055 West 130th Street, Cleveland, Ohio, 44130. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens,...

Rosa Mendez Alvarez

Rosa Mendez Alvarez

May 20, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

Rodney Vincent Johnson

Rodney Vincent Johnson

May 19, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

Olivia Farr

Olivia Farr

May 19, 2024

Olivia Farr, age 81, passed away on May 19, 2024. She was born on December 30, 1942, in Patterson, New Jersey, to the late James and Mamie McClintock.

Olivia was the beloved mother of Shurray Spikes (Willie - dec.) and the late Sheila Stamper. She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter through her cherished grandchildren: Sune Stamper, Shuree Stamper,...

Roberto Morales

Roberto Morales

May 19, 2024

Roberto Morales, age 68, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on May 19, 2024. He was born on February 22, 1956, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, to the late Jose Morales Lebron and Anastacia Vazquez.

Roberto is survived by his children, Roberto Morales, Maricellis Pedroza (Ruben), Kathleen Morales, and Cassandra Morales. He was a cherished grandfather to Ruben Jr., Aaliyah, and Jackelyn Pedroza....

Ralph Carl Gardner

Ralph Carl Gardner

May 19, 2024

Ralph Carl Gardner, age 76, passed away on May 19, 2024. He was born on November 2, 1947, in Bedford, Ohio, to the late William Walker and Mary Gardner. Dear brother. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors. 

Leonard Milton Ervin, Sr.

Leonard Milton Ervin, Sr.

May 17, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

Branden A. Steed

Branden A. Steed

May 17, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

David A. Miller

David A. Miller

May 17, 2024

David A. Miller “Redd”, Age 51, passed away on May 17, 2024.  David was born on July 15, 1972 in Cleveland, Ohio to Charles R. Miller “Bob” and Betty C. Miller (deceased).  Loving brother to Dawn Miller and Stephanie (Joe) Linderman.  He was the proud father of Taylor and Brooklynne. Beloved uncle to Tierra, Christopher, and Megan.  Dear nephew to...

Dennis Lee Nichols Sr.

Dennis Lee Nichols Sr.

May 16, 2024

Dennis Lee Nichols Sr., age 76, passed away unexpectedly May 16, 2024. Born in Cleveland to the late Charles and Isabell (nee Kirkwood) Nichols, he later married Margaret (nee Paulitzky), and they lived and raised their family in Cleveland. Within their neighborhood, Dennis was known as the neighbor you could always count on. From cutting peoples grass to shoveling snow,...

Byron N. Hutchison

Byron N. Hutchison

May 16, 2024

Byron N. Hutchison, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on May 16, 2024 in Parma Heights, Ohio. He was born on April 13, 1954. Byron was known for his passion for fishing, spending time with his beloved cats, and being an active member of his local church community.In his journey of life, Byron was preceded in death by his father, Robert...

Arthur Iverson

Arthur Iverson

May 15, 2024

Mr. Arthur Iverson, age 71, passed away on May 15, 2024. Mr. Iverson was born on May 23, 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was the son of Louise Iverson and brother of Kenneth (deceased), Sharlene, Sharlette (deceased), Bruce, Omar Ali Bey (deceased), and Elliot (deceased). Private Services entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Janet Lynn Coddington

Janet Lynn Coddington

May 15, 2024

Janet Lynn Coddington, age 55, passed away on May 15, 2024. Born on March 13, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio, to James Sr. and Phelena (nee Rickard) Coddington, Janet was a beloved and integral part of her family and community.

Janet was a devoted mother to her daughter Ashley Coddington and a cherished grandmother to her granddaughter Ava Gallo. She was a...

Tonia Laster

Tonia Laster

May 14, 2024

Private Services.   

 

Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love...

Nathan William Rodriguez

Nathan William Rodriguez

May 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nathan William Rodriguez, age 23, on May 14, 2024. Nathan was born on November 25, 2000, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his loving parents, Michael and Jada Rodriguez.

Nathan was the dear brother of Michael Rodriguez II and a cherished grandson to Aida Rodriguez and her late husband, Hector Rodriguez Sr.,...

Elizabeth Villanueva

Elizabeth Villanueva

May 14, 2024

Elizabeth Villanueva, age 70, passed away on May 14, 2024. She was born on July 22, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, Justina and the late Basilio Ortiz. Beloved wife of the late Nelson Villanueva. Devoted mother of Raquel Hudson White and Neil Piskac. Cherished grandmother of Amber White, Desmond White, II, Hillary M. White, and great grandmother...

Rosetta Barfield

Rosetta Barfield

May 13, 2024

Rosetta Barfield, passed peacefully on May 13, 2024, at her home in Cleveland Ohio, at the age of 83. She was born in Thacker, West Virginia, to the late Iverson and Brooksie (nee Rutherford) Pauley, Sr., and was one of five children who blessed their union.

Rosetta found solace in the pages of books, embarking on countless adventures within the realms...