Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Rodney Edmondson

Rodney Edmondson

Dec 29, 2023

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 and...

Marda L. Yuhn

Marda L. Yuhn

Dec 29, 2023

Marda L. Yuhn, age 84, passed away on December 29, 2023. Born on March 24, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late George and Mary Ann Yuhn. Beloved mother of Kim Landano.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Debra Lynn Giles

Debra Lynn Giles

Dec 29, 2023

Debra Lynn Giles, affectionately known as 'Yaya' by her grandchildren, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023, surrounded by her family, at the age of 65. She was born on July 15, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Donald and Dolores Mendel. Debra was the beloved wife of Harold Giles, devoted mother of Michael Giles (Rebekah), and a cherished grandmother to...

Clemencia Trinidad

Clemencia Trinidad

Dec 28, 2023

Clemencia Trinidad, age 77, passed away on December 28, 2023. Born on January 28, 1946, in Cidra, Puerto Rico, to the late Pedro Trinidad and Julia Gonzalez. Beloved wife of Ramon Baez. Devoted mother of Jose R., Maria T., Carlos M., Sonia N., and Julia Baez. Cherished grandmother of Nelson Diaz, Albany Colon, Angel L. Colon, Kristian Baez, Carlos N....

Rochelle Kennedy

Rochelle Kennedy

Dec 27, 2023

 

Rochelle Kennedy, born on September 15, 1959, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Geraldine Kennedy and Wilfred Zellner, peacefully transitioned on December 27, 2023. Rochelle was the loving sister to three siblings, with two having preceded her in death: Raymont Kennedy and Michael Kennedy. Her older brother, Ricardo Kennedy, is left to mourn her passing.

Rochelle is survived by...

Dennis Fernando Mitchell

Dennis Fernando Mitchell

Dec 27, 2023

Dennis Fernando Mitchell, age 70, passed away on December 27, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a life well-lived. Born on February 12, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Mary Cross and stepfather, Robert Cross, Dennis touched the lives of many with his warmth and kindness.

A devoted husband, Dennis was the beloved spouse of...

Christina Bernstein

Christina Bernstein

Dec 27, 2023

Christina Bernstein, age 51, passed away on December 27, 2023. Born on October 16, 1972, in Willoughby, Ohio, Christina was the daughter of the late Deborah (nee Bregar) and stepfather James Brazalovics. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Briana Bernstein (Nick Birr), and her cherished partner, Joe Formica. Christina was a dear sister to Greyson and Paul, a treasured...

Ebtesam Elsamanoudi

Ebtesam Elsamanoudi

Dec 27, 2023

Ebtesam Elsamanoudi passed away on December 27, 2023. Janazah Prayers were held on December 29, 2023. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens.

Timothy Leon Peterson

Timothy Leon Peterson

Dec 26, 2023

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...

Carol Ann Kokochak Acoff

Carol Ann Kokochak Acoff

Dec 25, 2023

Carol Ann Kokochak Acoff, age 73, passed away on December 25, 2023. Born on June 13, 1951, in Ravenna, Ohio, Carol was the daughter of the late George Kokochak and Susan Svetz.

Carol was a devoted wife to Charles Acoff for 52 years, and their love served as a testament to the enduring power of partnership. Carol's legacy lives on...

Wilfredo Colon Torres

Wilfredo Colon Torres

Dec 25, 2023

Wilfredo Colon Torres, age 64, passed away on December 25, 2023. Born on September 22, 1959, Guayama, Puerto Rico, to Carmelo Colon and the late Nemesia Torres. Beloved father of Wilfredo Colon Jr. Dear brother of Jose A. Clavijo, Sara Clavijo, Raquel Clavijo, Yolanda Clavijo, Alicia Clavijo, Carmelo Colon, and Hector L. Colon. Treasured uncle of Christopher L. Roche, Jose...

Joan Clawson

Joan Clawson

Dec 25, 2023

Joan Clawson, age 86, passed away on December 25, 2023. Born on January 17, 1937, in Morristown, New Jersey, to the late Leslie W. and Dorothy M. (nee Arnot) Clawson.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Bernadette Rose Konn

Bernadette Rose Konn

Dec 24, 2023

Bernadette Rose Konn, age 78, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023 at her residence. Born to the late Joseph and Stella Michalski, she lived her entire personal and professional life in Cleveland. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Harold; children Michael, Pamela (deceased), Jennifer and Richard; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters and cousins.

Please...

Matilde Hernandez

Matilde Hernandez

Dec 24, 2023

Matilde Hernandez, age 74, passed away on December 24, 2023. Born on December 4, 1949, in La Paz Department, El Salvador, to Rosenda Hernandez and the late Emilio Tursio. Beloved mother of Blanca Rubia, Alfonso E., Mario, Bartolome, William, and the late Ulises Hernandez. Cherished grandmother. Dear sister.

Family and friends are welcome on Friday, December 29, 2023, from...

Captain Ryan W. Brown

Captain Ryan W. Brown

Dec 24, 2023

Captain Ryan W Brown, 63, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away on December 24, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born on August 10, 1960, to the late Robert Walter and Lorna Beth (née Marshall) Brown.

Ryan was a long-time resident of Manteo, North Carolina, where he served as a master automotive and marine electronics technician. His regular offshore pilgrimages were a...

Janice Vega

Janice Vega

Dec 24, 2023

Janice Vega, age 49, passed away on December 24, 2023. Born on May 6, 1974, in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico, to her beloved mother, Migdalia Torres, and stepfather, Jose Pena. Cherished mother of Amari Godfrey and Wesley Bassett. Dear sister of Jorge Vega. Treasured aunt of Gavin, Logan, Bane, and Xavier Vega.

Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday,...

Carmen Santiago

Carmen Santiago

Dec 24, 2023

Carmen Santiago, a resident of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on December 24, 2023, at the age of 58. Born on October 3, 1965, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Carmen was the cherished daughter of Marcos Santiago and Ramonita Torres.Carmen is survived by her loving children: Maria (Eduardo Machuca) Rosado, Rosemary Rosado, Wilbert Rosado, and Michael Rosado. She was a proud grandmother...

James Downey

James Downey

Dec 23, 2023

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...

Maximo Irizarry

Maximo Irizarry

Dec 23, 2023

Maximo Irizarry, age 97, passed away on December 23, 2023. Born on January 8, 1926 in Utuado, Puerto Rico to the late Galo Irizarry Guzman and Flora Torres de Irizarry. Beloved husband of Aurea Rosa Irizarry. Devoted father of Hector (Annie), Henry(Mary), Enid Milagro (Carlos), Kenneth A. (Tammy), Carmen (Freddy-Deceased), Helen (Victor-Deceased), Maximo Jr. (Theresa) and Joseph (Stephanie). Cherished grandfather...

Tommie Davis

Tommie Davis

Dec 22, 2023

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...