Anthony M. DeLillo

May 22, 1959 - February 6, 2017

Anthony Michael DeLillo age 57 of mentor. Dearest son of JoAnne and Anthony DeLillo (both deceased); Dear brother of Michael DeLillo (Grace), and Kimberly Austen (Adam); Best friend of Kathleen Hill; Dear uncle of Mick DeLillo (Sara), KC Austen, Angelena DeLillo, and Gracie DeLillo; Great-uncle of Roman DeLillo; Anthony loved cooking, camping, traveling, and nature.

Family will receive friends on Saturday February 18 at McMahon Coyne Vitantonio Funeral Home 6330 Center St. Mentor OH from 2-4 p.m.

Robert James Will

December 22, 1942 - February 1, 2017

Robert James Will, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2017, with his family by his side. He was born in Euclid on December 22, 1942. Robert was a long time resident of Madison, OH where he lived for 72 years. He was a 1960 graduate of Madison High School. He worked as a technician at Stevens Auto Glaze before he retired in 2004. Robert was also co-pastor at Word of Life Ministries. He is survived by his wife, Cecelia; his daughter, Diane Simcic; his stepchildren Kelli Holcknecht (Jim), Tammy Mason, and Victor Takah; his brother, Herbert Will (Cindy); grandchildren, Jessica Henderson (Andrew), Kyle Miller, Ricky Simcic, Jimmy, Amber, and Alicia Holcknecht, Lea and Billie Mason, Jared Takah, and Misty Parker; nephews, Stephen and Daniel Will. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert B. Will; parents, Theresa and Herbert Will.

A celebration of life will be held at Gateway Church 2300 Austinburg Rd. Ashtabula, OH 44004 on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Robert’s memory to Cross Roads Hospice 9775 Rockside Road Valley View, OH 44125.

Gary H. Platt

January 24, 1955 - January 23, 2017

Gary H. Platt Beloved son of Helen and Earl (deceased) Platt; father of Amy, Gary, and Jacob; husband of Phyl Russell; Step-father of Renee and Cheryl; grandfather of Anthony, Heather, and Amanda; Great-grandfather of Jayden, Maya, and Bryson; brother of Deborah K. Mitchell, and Lorna J. Short. 

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to his children to help with his final arrangements. 

Terry Tresger

July 21, 1964 - January 23, 2017

Terry Tresger age 52 of Middlefield, passed away on January 23, 2017. Beloved mother of Jordon and Alexis; Dearest daughter of George and Elinor (nee Englehard) Johnson (both deceased); Dear sister of Karen Lowe (deceased) (Stewart), and Michael Ingalls; Dear aunt of Michael and Jessica Lowe; Significant other of Robert Lamont; former wife of Neal Tresger. 

A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday January 28, 2017 from 3-6 p.m. at McMahon Coyne Vitantonio Funeral Home 6330 Center Street Mentor, OH 44060.

Mary C Huelsman "Molly"

August 9, 1945 - January 16, 2017

Mary C. Huelsman “Molly” (nee Eykyn)Dearest mother of Debby Healey (Chris); Loving grandmother of TJ Huelsman, Cody Huelsman, and Billy Grayson; Dear sister of John Eykyn (Sally), and Karl Eykyn (Marguerite).

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Word Of Grace Church 9021 Mayfield Rd. Chesterland, OH 44026.

Raymond L. Smith

November 8, 1938 - January 17, 2017

Raymond L. Smith. Beloved husband of the late Carol Jean (nee Parsons); Dearest father of Bill (Becky), Stacy, Tracy, Gregory (Beth), and Adam (deceased); Dear grandfather of Matt, Megan, April, Gregory Jr., Amanda, Ashley, Tyler, Courtney, Adam Jr., and Billy; Great-grandfather of 7; Ray worked for Ohio Rubber for 30 years and was the owner of TJ’s Lakeview Restaurant in Willowick. He was also a member of Willow Praise Church in Willowick.                                                            

Private services will be held.

Daniel B. Rowles "Dan"

January 18, 1941 - January 17, 2017

Daniel B. (Dan) Rowles, 75, of Eastlake, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 17, 2017. Born January 18, 1941, Dan was a life- long resident of Lake County, Ohio.

Dan is survived by his wife of 56 years, Nona, his mother Charlotte Conger, sons Daniel V. (Kim) and Lynn Rowles and daughters Elaine (Brian) Garrison and Laurie (Scott) Gilbert; grandchildren Daniel M. (Chrissy), Leah (Vince) Capp, Kaleigh Trowbridge, Marie (Kyle) Blum, Emily (Phil) Trimble, Dustin (Marissa) Gilbert, Collin, Dakota, Ian and Erin Gilbert; great grandchildren Lexi and Daniel P. Rowles, Kim Rowles-Blum, Emma and Paisley Blum, Olivia Trimble and nephew Brian (Amy) Cimas. Dan was a loving and supportive father, grandfather and friend to all.

Dan loved hunting and fishing and was an avid outdoorsman. He had a passion for firearms and enjoyed repairing and restoring antique guns and bayonets. He enjoyed spending time with family, walks in the local parks, movies and reading.

Dan was a machinist who retired from Euclid Spring Co. in Wickliffe, Ohio. He had a knack for fixing just about anything and was always there to help family or friends with household projects or mechanical things. Dan was a person who could be called upon day or night to help a friend or loved one.

A special thank you to the many wonderful people at Hospice for their loving care and support. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice Of The Western Reserve-David Simpson Hospice House at 300 E 185th St, Cleveland, OH 44119.

Private family services will be held at a future date

Linda Sue Lamson

August 31, 1955 - January 14, 2017

Linda Sue Lamson of Madison, died peacefully at home with her family at her side on January 14. She was born Aug. 31, 1955 to Norman & Hazel (both deceased) She is survived by her significant other: Ronald Lett; Children: Jennifer Davidson, and Norman Beals; grandchildren: Jason and Tanner Davidson, Layne Beals, Alex Petrovic; Siblings: Ellie Kovacik, Tom Lamson, Terry Lamson, and Michael Lamson. Linda had a passion for cooking.

Family services will be held at a future date. 

Jean M. Raphael

November 18, 1933 - January 13, 2017

Jean Marie Raphael, 83, of Eastlake OH passed away on January 13, 2017 with her family at her side. Her beloved Husband Robert and her brother Jim preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister Betty Butara, her children Sam (Debbie), Esther Woolley (Jack), Edward (Naomi), and Gilbert (Wendy): Grandchildren Christopher, Shawn, Michael, and Eric as well as many great grandchildren. Jean loved crocheting, crafts, reading, as well as old movies.

A private memorial service will be held on January 28, 2017.

She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Joan M. Mansell

December 2, 1933 - January 16, 2017

Joan M. Mansell (nee Wrase) Dearly Beloved wife of James (deceased); Dearest mother of James (Kim), Mark (Laura), and Danny; Loving grandmother of Matthew, Allison Taylor, Mandi Morgan, Jimmy, and Conner; Great grandmother of Morgan, Jaelyn, Jaymes, Hadley, Gwen, Violet, and Lachlan; She also leaves behind her cat Moses.

Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church 7367 York Rd. Parma, OH 44130.

Gerald F. Brown

January 26, 1930 - January 4, 2017

Gerald F. Brown Beloved husband of the late Harriet J. (nee Dubbs); Dearest father of Jacqueline D’sa (Noel), Susan L. Dacek, Barbara Reagle (Clifton), and Gerald E. Brown; Loving grandfather of Matthew Dacek (Amber), Sarah Dacek, Laura Welling, Maureen Dacek, Clifton Reagle Jr., Cecelia Nocas (Noel), Josephine Carlson (David), Geoffrey Cooper (Hanna), Jason Brown (Emily), and Daniel Brown; Dear great-grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend of many; Gerald was a very proud US Marine Veteran.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, January13 at 2:00 pm at Burton Congregational Church 14558 West Park St. Burton, OH 44021.

Irma Wieland

February 24, 1917 - January 5, 2017

Irma Wieland (nee Bagdi) age 99, passed away on January 5, 2017. Beloved wife of the late John Wieland; Dearest mother of Louisa Krouse (John, deceased) and John Wieland (Karen); loving grandmother of Susanne, James, Ben, and Abbie; Great grandmother of Zachary, Nicholas, Ian, and Peter; Dear sister of 3 all deceased.

Services will be held at a later time. 

The family suggests memorial donations be sent to: Lake Metroparks, 11211 Spear Rd. Concord Twp., Ohio 44077. Irma and John enjoyed walking in many of these parks

Kathleen Braddock

July 4, 1950 - January 2, 2017

Kathleen Braddock age 66 Beloved daughter of Joseph and Virginia (nee Chesnic) (both deceased); Dearest sister of Joyce White (Greg), Susan Christopher (Anthony), Joseph (Shanna) and Karen Burns (deceased)(Rick); Dear aunt and friend of many.

Services were private. 

Scott R. Wall Sr.

February 2, 1966 - December 21, 2016

Scott R. Wall Sr. Beloved husband of Angela (nee Reed); father of Scott Jr., Jacob and four daughters in Florida; grandfather of numerous grandchildren; brother of Dorothy Grether (George); Darlene Zinalabedini (Amir) of Maryland, and Ronald Jr.; uncle of many.                                             

Memorial Service will be on Saturday January 7 at 2:00 p.m. at VFW Post 1500 38295 Pelton Rd. Willoughby, OH 44095.

Gladys June Hanna

June 2, 1930 - December 28, 2016

Gladys June Hanna. Gladys passed away at her home in Madison Township on December 28, 2016, after a lengthy illness. She was born Gladys June Kipling in South Euclid on June 2, 1930 to Martha (von Thun) and Abraham Kipling but was adopted at an early age by Arza and Laura (Tuttle) Scott of Painesville and grew up in that community.  She graduated from Harvey High in 1948. As part of her working career, Gladys was a long time motor route driver for the News Herald serving much of eastern Concord Township during the 70’s and early 8o’s. She later worked as a clerk at Concord Friendly Drug (later Medic) until retiring in 1998.  She is survived by her husband, Mark Hanna, brother Alfred (Marcella) Kipling and children, Mark (Barbara) Iams, Holly (Ed) Lepisto, Casey Iams, Kristen Slemc and Amy Hanna.  Also surviving are 5 grandchildren Shannon (Clint) Kjar, Tiffany (Tynan) Millar, Mitchell Slemc, Kyle Slemc and Jakob Slemc and seven great grandchildren.  Her parents and older sister Vernice Collins preceded her in death. Many thanks to the wonderful service provided by the caregivers from the Hospice of the Western Reserve.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. 

Josephine M. Penko

June 26, 1928 - December 13, 2016

Josephine M. Penko (née Burns) of Euclid (age 88) passed peacefully before the holidays with family at her side.  Beloved wife for 65 years of Robert; mother of Charlie, Michael, Irene, Nancy and Scott; grandmother of Nicole; sister of William Burns and Gloria Sheperd; cousin of Audrey Zupan. 

Friends can join the family Sunday Jan. 8 from 2-5, story sharing at 3 in Brookdale's Comm. Ctr. 35300 Kaiser Ct., Willoughby, info (216) 256-5641. 

Betty A. Young

December 2, 1947 - December 16, 2016

Betty A. Young (nee Carter) passed away on December 16 at Richmond Hospital. Beloved mother of Fred Carter, Stacey (deceased), Rachun Young, and Steven Young; Loving grandmother of 5; Dear sister of Jamell Cartier and Dorothy Glenn;

A celebration of life will be held at a later time. 

Shirley L. Ewald

March 29, 1934 - December 7, 2016

Shirley Ewald (nee Seifrit) passed away December 7, 2016 at Burton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.  She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Robert. She was the first of three daughters of John and Mary Seifrit, born and raised in Fairmont, WVA.  After graduating from East Fairmont High School in Fairmont, she attended Fairmont State College where she performed as a majorette, pursued her love of music and earned a degree in music education.  It was there that she also met her husband to be, Robert. A devoted wife and dedicated mother who had breakfast on the table every morning for her children, a packed lunch for school and was home for them at the end of every day.  She will be remembered for her masterful piano playing and teaching, the meticulous way she decorated the family Christmas trees, and her kindness and caring for all.  In later years, she enjoyed waitressing at Cardillos, Town House Restaurant, Chester Diner, and Berkshire Hills Country Club in Chesterland and often reminisced about the friends and acquaintances she met there. Shirley was avid sports fan and enjoyed watching every Cavaliers and Browns game, and rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes. The family would like to thank the Geauga Couny Department on Aging, Meals on Wheels, and especially Grace Hospice for the wonderful services that they provide.  We’d also like to thank neighbor Sandra Prahst for the special care and help provided. Shirley is survived by her husband Robert, sisters Linda Willis and Debbie Seifrit, daughters Beth Dillaha, Diana Ewald, Kathy and husband Pat Porter, son Chris Ewald and wife Suzi, grandchildren Ben and wife Meghan, Ryan, Brandon, Dan, Ethan, and great grandchild John.

Services will be held at a later time.

Lance McGurer

May 20, 1952 - November 30, 2016

Lance Edward McGurer passed away on Wednesday, November 30th 2016, losing his battle with brain cancer. He was born in 1952. At an early age he sustained a life-long paralyzing in- jury, but his willingness to be active saw him learn to scuba dive and play wheelchair basketball. He was an outstanding craftsman and loved woodworking. The outdoors and gardening were a special refuge for him. The majority of what he grew found its way into the kitchen where he was always trying different recipes. His fondness for animals was exhibited by always having a Collie or Newfoundland at his side. While he was not able to play baseball, his love for the game was very visible, serving as Willoughby’s women’s softball league president, coach and manager from 1984 to 2003. In the later years of his mother’s life, he was an inspirational caregiver not only to his mother but to other residents of the Presbyterian home. Lance’s tenacity to “hang tough” over the years will truly be missed by his brother, Dennis (Linda) McGurer; sisters, Patricia Kavalecz (Bill) and Chris Ditto Proto (Jim); and nieces Heather Bright, Janelle Schiecke and Ellen Grimes; nephews Andy McGurer, Ryan McGurer, Pete Kavalecz, Bryan Kavalecz and Kevin Ditto; along with longtime friend and caregiver Kip Compola. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Jeanne McGurer.

Services will be held at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby, Ohio on Saturday, December 17th. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The service will be conducted from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Following the service, a light luncheon will be provided.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Lake Humane Society – http:www.lakehumane.org

John M Potter

January 11, 1972 - December 3, 2016

John Mark Potter born January 11, 1972 to Ronald & Lois Blewett. He is survived by his daughter Alisha Potter, her mother Angela Lanese, his brother Ronald Potter, his sisters Kathryn Blewett, Janice Veverka, Patricia Buffa, Kerry Camp, his nieces and nephews. John was an artist & musician. A hardworking and dedicated family man who was hysterically funny, sarcastic and who at times had a wildly inappropriate sense of humor that we all loved. John's kindness, compassion and infectious personality touched all who knew him. He will be missed dearly.

There will be a memorial to celebrate his life at The V.F.W hall, 752 Water St, Chardon, OH 44024 Saturday December 10th at 12pm-3pm.