Obituary Listing

Jan 4, 2026

Phyllis Fravel, 91 years of age, passed away at The Village of St. Edwards in Fairlawn, Ohio on January 4, 2026, after a long and full life.  She was born July 1, 1934, in Norwalk, Ohio and resided in Amherst most of her life.

Phyllis attended Lorain High School, where she earned the nickname "Smiley". She was...

Jan 1, 2026

Roger Beatty, age 66, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026.  A graduate of Midview High School, Roger was a longtime resident of the Grafton and Elyria area.

Roger was a man of immense talent and resourcefulness.  A skilled machinist by trade, he worked for Parker Hannifin, AJ Rose, DuPont, Hy Production, Standby Screw, VRC, and Gilford...

Dec 26, 2025

Susan Lynn "Sue" Cambarare, passed away suddenly at her residence on December 26, 2025. She was 74 years old.

A native of Lorain, Ohio, she was born on September 29, 1951, to her parents, the late Joseph D. and Glenna Jean (nee Blackford) Cambarare.

Susan graduated from Admiral King High School in 1970. Following graduation,...

Dec 23, 2025

Karen Jeanne Sliman (nee Rosa), was the heart of her family-the kind of person who made every day feel special and every holiday feel magical.  She was born on October 4, 1948, in Oberlin and left her family far too soon on December 23, 2025.  Even now, just days later, the world feels dimmer without her.

Karen...

Dec 20, 2025

Janet N. Vance (nee Osborne), age 99, a resident of Vermilion and formerly of Amherst, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Mill Manor, Vermilion.

Janet was born October 15, 1926 in Elwood City, Pennsylvania to the late James and Anna (nee McConnell) Osborne. Following high school she was employed at a photography studio until she married...

Nov 15, 2025

Mr. Michael "Mike" Ray Meek, age 63, of Carrollton, GA, went to be with Jesus and his family members who have gone on before on November 15, 2025 from an ongoing illness. He was born August 25, 1962 in Amherst, OH to the late Burl H. and Lucille Hale Meek. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Nov 3, 2025

Brian "Scott" Obbey, age 67 and a resident of Amherst, passed away at his home on Monday, November 3, 2025 after a long illness.

Scott was born in Lorain to the late Allen A. and Virginia J. (nee Lewis) Obbey.  He was a 1976 graduate of Admiral King High School.  Scott retired from the former United States...

Oct 20, 2025

Thomas "Tom" M. Rottel age 87, and a longtime resident of Amherst,  passed away Monday, October 20, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at Avon Oaks Caring Community.

Tom was born October 25, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Michael and Rose (nee Biamonte) Rottel. He was a 1957 graduate of John Marshall High School. Tom...

Sep 10, 2025

Charles Frederick Friend Jr, age 73, of Amherst, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Lorain. Charles was born on December 26, 1951 in Lorain, Ohio and was the youngest of the three children of Charles and Betty Friend. He graduated from Amherst Marion L. Steele High School in 1969. He served in the...

Aug 26, 2025

Penny Lee Taylor, of Lorain, Ohio, and longtime resident of Oberlin and Amherst, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on December 23, 1952, Penny lived a life defined by love, resilience, and devotion to her family. The daughter of Paul and Agnes Hunsaker, Penny grew up with her brothers, Paul Jr. and...

Jul 16, 2025

Cherry Ann Sedor, of Amherst, Ohio age 70, passed away on July 16, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. Known affectionately as Chee Chee, Cherry was a loving sister and aunt, cherished for her caring nature and passion for her family and pets. Her dedication extended to various animal organizations, to which she made frequent contributions. Cherry's journey began in the...

Jul 13, 2025

Terrence "Terry" Lee Cain, age 73 and a life resident of Amherst, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at Mercy Regional Medical Center after a one year illness.

Terry was born in Amherst on February 1, 1952 to the late Daniel and Audrey (nee Barck) Cain.  He was a 1970 graduate of Marion L. Steele High School. ...

Jul 2, 2025

Lynda M. Yanks, age 76, and a resident of Sheffield Lake, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Rome, New York, to Joseph and Rose (nee Rizzuto) Domagal, Lynda was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Robert Yanks; her...

Jun 24, 2025

Alice Faye Schatz (nee Jones), age 85 and a life resident of Amherst, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at UH Elyria RMC.

Alice was born in Amherst to the late Clarence and Cecelia (nee Wilson) Jones.  Alice had a career for over 30 years and was employed at...

Jun 15, 2025

Paul L. Fundanish, 85, of Amherst, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday following a brief illness. A proud native of Pennsylvania, Paul spent the last 26 years of his life in Ohio. He earned two degrees from Penn State University before moving to Chicago, where he worked alongside his brother and graduated from the American Institute...

May 29, 2025

Raymond Franklin Millard II, age 80 and a life resident of Lorain, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Ganzhorn Suites of Avon after a four year illness.

He was born in Lorain, January 11, 1945 to the late Raymond F. and Bonnie M. (nee Wyatt) Millard.

Ray attended Lorain High School and was a...

May 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of our mother Beverly Mellen of Amherst.  Beverly passed on Friday, May 16, 2025 at the age of 97 after a short stay with Stein Hospice.

In quiet moments of reflection, we shall carry Beverly's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead.  May Beverly's journey be filled...

May 13, 2025

Joyce Lynn Morrow, age 68 and a life resident of Amherst, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Joyce was born in Amherst, December 8, 1956 to the late Hayden and Opal (nee Hammond) Morrow.  She was a graduate of Marion L. Steele High School and Cedarville University.  Joyce spent her working career as...

Apr 28, 2025

Deborah Ann Hackney, 62, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on April 28, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 14, 1962, in Cleveland, Ohio, Deborah was the daughter of the late Ferrell and Betty (Connolly) Hackney. Early in life, she pursued a career as a paralegal, where she demonstrated her intelligence,...

Apr 27, 2025

Betty Lou Welch (nee Moore), age 83 and a resident of Amherst Township, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Kingston of Vermilion after a one year illness.

Betty was born January 7, 1942 in Silver Ortore, West Virginia to the late Samuel and Sylvia (nee Brady) Moore.  After her husband's passing, Betty moved to Amherst Township...