Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Ohio

Michael Gibson

Michael Gibson

Feb 9, 2025

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...

Nathan Stephens

Nathan Stephens

Feb 9, 2025

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...

Luna Milagros Simone Najera

Luna Milagros Simone Najera

Feb 8, 2025

Luna Milagros Simone Najera, age 7, passed away on February 8, 2025. She was born on April 27, 2017, in Honduras, to her loving parents, Jose Wilfredo Najero and Erika Patricia Najera. 

Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Slone & Co. Life Celebration Center 3556 W. 130th St. Cleveland, OH 44111. 

Geraldean Samson

Geraldean Samson

Feb 8, 2025

Geraldean Samson (1960–2025) of Cleveland, "Ohio City"—her hard-fought battles ended on Saturday, February 6, 2025, when she entered a peaceful place of rest. Geraldean was a dear sister to Jim, Joyce, Joanie, and Rick (as well as Jimmy & Sue). She will forever be in our hearts and memories… may her beautiful soul rest in peace.

In accordance with Geraldean's wishes,...

Rachel Raye Christy

Rachel Raye Christy

Feb 7, 2025

Rachel Raye Christy, age 59, passed away on February 7, 2025.

Family and friends are welcome Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Slone & Co. Life Celebration Center 3556 W. 130th St. Cleveland, OH 44111.

James Arthur Spencer I

James Arthur Spencer I

Feb 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jim Spencer, beloved father, brother, and friend, who went home to be with the Lord on February 7th, 2025 at the age of 86. Born in 1938, Jim dedicated his life to his family and his community, leaving a legacy of love and service.

Jim raised three wonderful children: his...

Charles E. Hare

Charles E. Hare

Feb 7, 2025

Charles E. Hare, 80, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, in Westlake, Ohio. He was on born on July 16, 1944, in Cleveland, Ohio.

He is survived by his children, Honie Bunnie Sigley, Charles Dee Hare, and stepchildren Tony Malkowski, Robert Malkowski, Billy Malkowski, James Severe, and Tiffany Hall; grandchildren Justine, Delcena, Alyssa Rose, Nathan, Isabella, and Charles Dee Hare...

Betty Ann Miller

Betty Ann Miller

Feb 6, 2025

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...

Otis (Tonka) Douglas III

Otis (Tonka) Douglas III

Feb 6, 2025

Otis (Tonka) Douglas III, age 25, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on February 6, 2025. Born on May 1, 1999, he was the beloved son of Patrick Robert Keeley and the late Charrita Douglas. 

Otis leaves behind his cherished daughters, Monicah, Kahlani, Ka’Mya, and Kamorah Douglas, who were the light of his life. He is also survived by his siblings: Glenda...

Thomas Patrick Leach, Jr.

Thomas Patrick Leach, Jr.

Feb 5, 2025

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...

Annette M. Mellott

Annette M. Mellott

Feb 5, 2025

Annette Marie (nee Rydzewski) Mellott, age 84, passed away on February 5, 2025. She was born on February 23, 1940, to the late Michael Rydzewski and Mary Novak.

Annette was married 62 years to Guy Franklin Mellott (Deceased 2021). Annette was a proud mother to Nancy (Gary) Nash, Frank Mellott, David Mellott (Deceased), and Tracy Mellott. Loving grandmother to Gina (Carl)...

Eleanore Welky

Eleanore Welky

Feb 4, 2025

Eleanore Welky, age 99, passed away on February 4, 2025. She was born on April 1, 1925, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Paul and Mary Konecsni. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Welky. Devoted mother of Joseph, Nancy, Allen, Mary, Thomas (deceased), and Peter. Cherished grandmother of E.J., Amy, Alex, Amanda, Tommy, Anthony, Jessica, and great...

Karen Eberhardt

Karen Eberhardt

Feb 3, 2025

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...

James Knispel

James Knispel

Feb 3, 2025

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...

April Ann Gentry

April Ann Gentry

Feb 3, 2025

April passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025 at the age of 44.

Dear daughter to Christine & Randy Brandt, beloved mother to Marcus Monreal, cherished sister to Shelly (Becca) Debo, Brooke (Santos) Hernandez & Randi (Joshua) Fleischman. Further survived by loving partner Jose “Danny” Caraballo, and other relatives and friends.

April enjoyed watching football and cheering on her team-Dallas Cowboys. She...

Goldie Mae Garsky

Goldie Mae Garsky

Feb 3, 2025

Goldie Mae Garsky, age 63, passed away on February 3, 2025. She was born on October 30, 1961, in Charleston, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Oscar Ray Rosenberry and Hazel Ray Best.

Beloved wife of Richard Garsky, Goldie was a devoted mother to Richard Garsky, Daniel Rosenberry, Stacey Garsky, Chris Garsky, Heather Garsky, Amanda Rosenberry, Jason Rosenberry, Tracey Garsky,...

Frances Corbin

Frances Corbin

Feb 3, 2025

Frances Corbin, age 85, passed away on February 3, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late Fred Hammer and Mary Taucher. Beloved mother of Joseph Corbin, Loretta Corbin, and Sharon Sneed (Glenn). Cherished grandmother of Joseph Corbin, Timothy Blevins, Katherine Spencer (Jackie), Christopher Zechman, Matthew Sneed, and Anthony Corbin. Loving great-grandmother...

Gundy Melendez

Gundy Melendez

Feb 3, 2025

Gundy Melendez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family. She was born on June 1, 1952, in La Esperanza, El Salvador, to Carlos Garcia and Asunción Lopez.

On July 28, 1973, Gundy married the love of her life, Luis Felipe Melendez, in El Salvador. Together, they built a...

Alex Munoz

Alex Munoz

Feb 2, 2025

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...

Cherita Lynne Darden

Cherita Lynne Darden

Feb 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cherita Lynne Darden, lovingly known as Rita, on February 1, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on July 11, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio, Rita was known for her vibrant personality, infectious laughter, and generous spirit. 

She was the cherished daughter of Jacqueline McGinnis and the late William F. Darden and was lovingly...

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