Obituaries
Mary Ann Ehlers
Oct 12, 2023
Mary Ann Ehlers (nee Gilles), passed peacefully on Sunday, October 15, 2023. She was born in Elyria, OH on August 8, 1930 and graduated from Elyria Catholic High School in 1950. After graduation, she worked at Standard Oil in Elyria as a bookkeeper, and then married Louis F. Ehlers, Jr. on February 2, 1952. Mary Ann worked at H&R Block...
John A. Brattoli
Oct 9, 2023
John A. Brattoli, 97, of Avon, OH, passed away on October 9, 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Avon. He was born March 11, l926, in New Lexington, OH. In 1943 his family moved to Elyria, OH, where he finished his senior year and was drafted into the Army two days after graduation. After infantry training at Fort McClellan, AL, he was...
Harold F Minnich
Oct 5, 2023
Harold “Hal” Minnich—the beloved husband, father and friend who cut the hair of thousands at his shop on one of Elyria’s busiest intersections—has passed away at the age of 88. Hal died peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 5. Minnich’s Barbershop on the corner of East River and East Broad served as a community focal point for more than 40...
Jo Anne Pollock
Oct 2, 2023
Jo Anne Pollock passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023 in Mooresville, North Carolina surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 5, 1941 to Leo Wilson Dunlevy and Doris Jennie Dunlevy (nee Bates) in Coshocton, Ohio. She spent most of her formative years living on a beautiful farm with her parents and three sisters.
Jo Anne graduated...
Geraldine Collins-Smith
Oct 2, 2023
Gerri Collins-Smith, 84 of Elyria passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023. She was a lady who just loved to be around people. She loved to dance, travel, and mostly, spending time with her grandchildren. Gerri was an award-winning salesperson wherever she worked, especially at Olan Mills and Nelson Photography. She also ran her own consulting firm for a few...
Ernest J. Janik
Sep 27, 2023
Ernest J. Janik passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born January 12, 1924 in Elyria, Ohio to parents Marton Janik and Gizella Janik (nee Hoszuretti). He graduated from Clearview High School in 1942, and enlisted in the Army shortly thereafter. He was stationed in Rhineland in Central Europe, and...
Virginia A Green
Sep 25, 2023
Virginia Ann Halstead Green, also known to family as “Bebe,” daughter of the late Cledith and Mabel Paige Halstead, was born on November 6th, 1937. After her gradual decline from Dementia, she peacefully went to sleep on Monday, September 25th, 2023, at 1:39am. She was surrounded and supported by her husband, her children, and a loving family, as her caregivers.
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Peggy B. McCray
Sep 17, 2023
McCray, Peggy, age 93, passed away on September 17, 2023, at St Mary’s in the Woods in Avon, OH. Peggy grew up in Ramsey, MI, where she led an idyllic life with her two brothers. She met the love of her life, Bill McCray, at a dance at the University of Michigan where they both were students. She and Bill...
Georgia L Fries
Sep 11, 2023
Georgia L. Fries, 70, of Elyria, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023. She was an amazing woman! Georgia was a published author; had degrees in English, Liberal Arts, and as a Registered Nurse. Besides English, she spoke three other languages – Spanish, French, and Latin. She played the piano, recorder, and harmonica. Georgia wanted to learn EVERYTHING and acquire...
Timothy J Gallagher
Sep 6, 2023
Timothy J. Gallagher, 78 of Elyria passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was a lifelong Elyria resident who served as Vice-President of Lorain National Bank. He was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Elyria, Elyria Elks, Elyria Evening Lions where he served on the Board of Directors, was a trustee and the treasurer, was on the Board...
Narain Lilboy
Sep 6, 2023
Narain Lilboy, 67 of Elyria, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.
The family will receive friends at the Reichlin Roberts Bollinger Funeral Home, 327 Cleveland St., Elyria on Saturday from 5-8pm.
Live stream of the services can be viewed by clicking the link below.
Dennis Gonser
Aug 26, 2023
Dennis A. Gonser, 78, of Reynoldsburg Ohio was born October 23, 1944 to Harry and Anne Gonser. He passed away peacefully from vascular dementia on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
Beloved husband of Frances (nee Dybzinski); dear father of Michael (Carmen) Gonser, Lisa (Paul) Peterson, and Matthew (Jennifer) Gonser; and proud grandfather of seven. Loving brother of Rev. Dr. Richard A....
Janet Schindler
Aug 25, 2023
Janet Schindler passed away peacefully on Friday, August 25, 2023, in North Olmsted, OH. She was born in Hamilton, OH, on August 19, 1939, to John (Dick) and Irene Estridge. She resided in Lorain County since 1970, and was a leader and role model to many.
Jan graduated as class valedictorian from Fairfield High School in Butler County, OH, in...
Dustin Evan Daniel Hover
Aug 20, 2023
Dustin Evan Daniel Hover passed away on Sunday, August 20th, 2023. He was born on February 28, 1992 to loving parents in Oberlin, Ohio. He was a wonderful and caring son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, friend and protector to many.
Dustin is one of the most selfless and fun-loving people, and as headstrong as he is loving. He enjoyed floating...
Elizabeth "Jean" Koch
Aug 13, 2023
Jean Koch, age 79, of Elyria, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at University Hospital in Cleveland. She was born August 21, 1943, in Cleveland, to James and Mary (Buehner) Havelec.
Jean was a pillar and member of St. Jude Catholic Church for 57 years. She served as an officer and secretary of the Altar and Rosary Committee, a member...
Clara Mae Chury
Aug 7, 2023
In Loving Memory of Clara Mae (Brensy) Chury It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Clara Mae Chury, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world on August 7th, 2023 surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on August 27th 1939, Clara graced the world with her...
Shirley J. Wolfe
Jul 17, 2023
Shirley J. Wolfe, 94 of Elyria passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. She was a life member of VFW Post 1079 Ladies Auxiliary, and was an active Navy Mother. Shirley was a seamstress, and enjoyed crocheting, crafts, baking, and gardening. She was simply the best mom and grandmother!
Shirley is survived by her children, Gerald Wolfe, Cynthia Wolfe, and...
Barbara "Bobbi" Hatch
Jul 11, 2023
Barbara “Bobbi” Hatch, 83 of Elyria passed away suddenly at her home on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. She was a crafter who enjoyed Stampin’Up, needlepoint, and quilting. Bobbi also loved traveling and never met a stranger. She and her companion of 23 years, Roger Johnston loved wintering in Breeze Hill, in Lake Wales, FL.
Bobbi is survived by her children,...
Stanley A. Resar
Jul 9, 2023
On Sunday morning, July 9, 2023, St. Peter had a new arrival at the pearly gates to Heaven. He was startled and yelled “What do we have here?” and God responded, “Let him in, it’s only Stan.”
Stan was different, unique, and maybe a rebel without a cause. Never a leader, and definitely not a follower. He marched to his...
James M Koviak
Jun 26, 2023
James Michael Koviak, 55 of Elyria, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023 following a battle with cancer. He was an outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting, and spending time at his camper. Jim loved spending time with his sons and he loved his grandsons, and his dog, Stella.
Jim is survived by his loving sons, Christopher Koviak (Matthew Pavlina), Andrew...
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