Mae E. Gillahan

March 2, 1931 - March 29, 2017

Mae E. Gillahan (nee Angus) Dearly Beloved wife of Joseph (deceased); dearest mother of Linda Dea (Lawrence Sr.) and Brenda Siko (Fred); loving grandmother of William J., Craig M. (Nikki), Joseph, Tia, Chadd (Jela), Christina, and Melissa (William); great-grandmother of Alexandria (David), Francesca, Haley, Thomas, Matteo, Craig Jr., Kara, Erin, Eric, Nicola, and Izabel; great-great grandmother of Mason and Liam; dearest sister of Betty, Maryann, Glenna, Dale, Thomas, Dyral, Patricia, and the following deceased: Delight, Edna, Mathew, James, Franklin, Isabelle, and Charles. Dear aunt of many.

Services will be held at a later date.  

Allan J Koprivec

July 17, 1939 - March 27, 2017

Allan J Koprivec, 77, of Eastlake, passed away March 27, 2017 at Hospice of the Western Reserve.  Born July 17, 1939, to Ann and John Koprivec, he lived in Euclid until moving to Lake County in 1964. Allan was an avid fisherman and softball player, playing well into his fifties.  He was a member of the Willowick Jaycees and the Willoughby Eagles clubs.  He was a great neighbor and friend to all he met. Allan is survived by his loving wife Kathie, his children Scott (Donna) Koprivec, Kelly (Elwood) Walters, Tammy Hare, and step-daughters Nicole and Megan Reed.  He leaves behind his grandchildren Joshua(Cary), Nick(Leah), Craig, Karlie, Samantha, Dan, and John, and Rain and Bailey and his great-grandchildren Cameron, Caleb, Gavin, Makenzie, and his beloved cousin Marian Birk.

As per his adamant request, there will be no calling hours or funeral. We ask that you remember his vivacious zest for life, and not his death. 

Phillip G Martin "Cowboy"

August 18, 1954 - March 21, 2017

Please help us in remembering our cowboy, Phillip Gene Martin.  Cowboy passed @ home with his family by his side. He is survived by his life partner, Barbara Wharton, children Goldie (Jason), Nora, Barbara, Kenny, Johnny, and grand children, Dallas, Christine, Tylor, and Samantha. Along with many other friends and loved ones. Cowboy (Phil) came into our lives and took on many roles that many people would shy away from. When he met his spouse, Barbara Wharton, he became her rock. He took care of not only her, but also her family until his sickness took over. Her children became his children. Her grandchildren became his grandchildren. He wasn't just some random person. He became a husband, a father, a grandfather. Phil's purpose in life was to take care of us. And he did just that. Cowboy made sure his grandchildren were always fed, clothed and stable. Phil also made sure his step-children and grandchildren always had a Christmas, birthday. Anyone who knew Phillip personally knew how passionate he was about his family, his animals, cooking for everyone and anyone, fishing and junking. Every day he'd bring home some crazy things he'd found that day. While he enjoyed all of those things, Cowboy also suffered through many health issues over the years. But he never worried about that or himself. Cowboy's main priority was to take care of his family. Now it's our turn to take care of him. We are asking if anyone could donate to help pay for a memorial service and death expenses. Every dollar counts and every dollar matters. He deserves the best. All of the money raised will be handled by Cowboy's daughter, Goldie Burrows. We will never forget his stubbornness, his feistiness and most importantly we will never forget the love he had for each and every one us. 

We love you, Cowboy. This isn't a "goodbye." It's "See ya later.                                                                                                                                                                       

A memorial will be held Sunday April 2, 2017 at 4pm at Willo Lake Church 32959 Lakeshore Blvd, Willoughby, Ohio 44095. Join us in celebrating his life with food and cowboy laughs after memorial service.

John Lowden

November 13, 1954 - February 25, 2017

John Lowden “Ponch” age 62 of Mentor. Beloved father of Jennifer Land (Mike); Dearest grandfather of Abigail, Courtney, and Rylee. Life long friend of Ida Strozyk; John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Betty (nee Garland) and his sister Carol. He was an avid bowler and Star Trek fan and he loved spending time with his friends at Jeannes. John was retired from Walmart Service Department and was also a mechanic at Dales Citgo.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday March 5, 2017 at 2:00 p.m., at Jeannes 36091 Vine St. Eastlake, OH

Paula A. Franks

October 21, 1945 - February 22, 2017

Paula A. “Wally” Franks, 71, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Wednesday, February 22, 2017. She was born October 21, 1945 in Pennsylvania to the late Paul and Anna (nee Sposob) Gazdo. Cherished mother to Michael (Dee), Jamie (Brian) Hicks; cherished grandmother to Michelle (Micah) Payne, Kimberly, and Laura; Shawn, Robert, and Ariel; John Michael, Sarah, Samantha, and Paula. And beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Franks; son, Johnny; brother, Paul “Pope” Gazdo.

Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 4pm at Buckeye Christian Assembly, 3159 Columbia Road, Medina, Ohio 44256. Pastor Tim Fritz will officiate. Food and fellowship will immediately follow the service.

Phyllis J. Eiermann

April 9, 1937 - February 15, 2017

Phyllis J. Eiermann (nee Pickett), age 79 of Mentor, passed away on Feb. 15, 2017. She was born April 9, 1937 in Cleveland. She is survived by her children, Maureen Jasulevich (Walter), James (Dona), Denise Yanosko (Kevin), Mary Ellen St. Clair (Bryan); grandchildren, Jason, Julianne, Lindsay, Michelle, Lauren, Benjamin, Matthew, Andrew, David; great grandchildren, Leo, Olive. She was preceded in death by her husband, John.

Private services will be held.

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.