Carol Jane Hunley

Carol Jane Hunley passed away peacefully on March 1, 2020 at the age of 82. She was born May 19, 1937 in Youngstown, OH to Russell and Etta (Vincent) Chubb. She graduated from South High School in Youngstown. She was dedicated to her work and taking care of her family. She also enjoyed having a dog and several cats to care for. She enjoyed summers spent with family at the family cottage on Lake Erie.

Carol married her second husband Timothy Hunley on April 15, 1978. They moved from Youngstown, OH in 2003 to Conneaut, OH to be near family that had previously moved to Kingsville, OH. Carol is survived by her husband, Tim, her son, Kurt (Laura) Butler, her grandchildren, Amanda (Steven) Ott, Sean (Marissa) Butler, Lance (Allison) Butler, and Garrik Butler, and her great granddaughter, Arianna Ott.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial will be private with immediate family.

Emma H. Kovach

Emma H. Kovach, born May 4, 1926, passed away peacefully on February 28,
2020 at the age of 93 at the Continuing Health Nursing Home in Mentor,
Ohio. Emma was a lifelong resident of Fairport Harbor, Ohio where she
attended St. Anthony's School and Harding High School. She worked for 35
years in her beauty shop called "Emmy's Beauty Salon". She loved to
travel and was always ready to go with family and friends. She was a fun
loving and adventurous person and was loved by all of her nieces and
nephews.

Emma is survived by her brother John (Irene) Kovach and her sisters
Margaret (Jack) Hietanen and Betty Ann (Arthur) Miller. She was preceded
in death by her brother Robert Kovach.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Anthony's Church in Fairport Harbor
on March 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Robert B. Madill

Robert B. Madill, 78, of Mentor on the Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2020, at home.

Robert was born December 5, 1941, in Johnstown, PA, to Robert L. and Ellen (Learn) Madill. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Ruth (Altimus) Madill; children Shawn (Danielle), Madison, OH; Brian (Stacie), Aurora, OH; grandchildren Molly, Benjamin, Danica, Jadyn, Taylor, Tyler, and Trent.

After being raised in Nanty Glo, PA, Robert spent 52 years in Mentor on the Lake. He retired in 2000 after 36 years as a machinist at Reliance Electric. He was a member of the Lake County Cruisers and Mentor Eagles Club. He enjoyed restoring classic cars and going to the gym. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed greatly.

Service will take place Sunday, March 8, 2020, at Mentor Plains Methodist Church at 3:00 pm.

Alan Delisio

Alan Delisio, 62, passed away on February 28th.  He was the husband of Wendy Delisio. They shared 35 years of marriage together. Born in Concord Township,he was the son of Albert and Mary Ann Delisio.  He graduated from Riverside High School.  He was an extruder operator for 33 years.
He is survived by his wife, Wendy;daughters Crystal Pinter,Maria Delisio, and Alanna (John) Stadtler ;grandchildren, Maddeline Pinter, Marlo Delisio, and Alan Stadtler; sister Carol Reed. Also many cousins, nieces,nephews,and friends. www.blessingcremation.com 

John Brooks Sr.

Memorial service for John Brooks Sr., 76, of Mentor will be at 4PM on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at  Mentor Baptist Church, 7500 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, Ohio. The Rev. Brian Landrum of will officiate the service.

The family will receive friends from 3-4-PM Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the church followed by the service with a comfort meal afterwards.

Born January 13, 1944 in Houston, Texas. He was a longtime resident of Mentor.

John passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Lake West Hospital, Willoughby, Ohio.
John was a welder at Lincoln Electric and Kase Equipment, where he retired from. John was an  avid fisherman, enjoyed gardening, and spending time with his family! 

Survivors are his sons, John Jr.(Tina) Brooks and Jeff Brooks; grandchildren,  David Brooks and Matthew (Hope) Brooks;; 2 great-grandchildren, Hanna and Matthew Jr..

John was preceded in death by his wife, Beverlee and daughter Barbie. 

The family encourages contributions to Mentor Baptist Church in lieu of flowers.

Mark David Robinson

Mark David Robinson passed away of natural causes at his residence on Sunday, February 23.  He is the son of the late Jerry and Carol Robinson formerly residing in Alliance Ohio. Surviving are two sisters, Penny Riley (Dennis) and Christine Kier (Don), niece Sarah Kier Smith (Matt), nephew Daniel Riley, and many special friends.  Mark was employed by Contractors Steel Company and loved to spend his time listening to music, boating, camping, riding his motorcycle, and maintaining his home and yard. Mark overcame a lot in his life, never took life too seriously, and was always at the center of fun times.  He will be sorely missed by many.  A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund or the American Heart Association.  Family members may be contacted at 864-839-7846.  

Daniel Thomas Rendrick

Daniel Thomas Rendrick passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23rd, 2020 in Madison, OH at the age of 65. 

Daniel was born on September 13th, 1954 in Ashtabula, OH to Robert D. Rendrick and Janice (Mock) Mackey. Daniel proudly served three years as a machinist in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the New Apostolic Church for 32 years. 

Daniel most enjoyed playing the guitar for his friends and family. He was a skilled pianist and a talented song writer. A lively singer, he loved to belt out The Beach Boys with his daughters on their way to the beach. He was very fond of playing checkers and chess and was known for teaching others how to play. Daniel always had time to stop and chat and was well loved by the nurses who cared for him at Madison Healthcare. 

He is survived by his daughters, Stephanie (Matthew) Carter and Kristin (Alex) Siegman; his son, Josiah Rendrick; his grandsons Torrin, Parker, Nolan and Jace; his father Robert D. Rendrick; his mother Janice Mackey; his siblings Robert (Ellen), Rendrick, Vicki Pahel, Julie (Doug) Owings, Arlana (Gene) Muncy, Janette (Robbie) Harkabus, and Cory Mackey; and by his many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter Darcie Rendrick; his stepfather Arnold Mackey; his stepmother Shirley Rendrick; and his sister Michelle Mackey. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 21st, 2020 at 11 o’clock a.m. at the New Apostolic Church, 5802 Cemetery Rd. Kingsville, OH 44048. A reception will follow.

Peggy Vandoli

Peggy Vandoli of Painesville, Ohio has passed away on February 21, 2020 at the age of 90 years old.

Peggy Campbell was born on December 5, 1929 in Pocatello, Idaho where she had her first three children David, Ken, and Deborah Bishop.

She met Anthony Vandoli in 1955, while waitressing at a local diner in Redwood City, California.  After meeting the love of her life, Tony and Peggy moved to Burbank, California, and had three more children, James, Cherie, and Chris. Determined to achieve Tony's long time dream, they eventually opened The Market Place Restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles, catering to truckers and produce brokers throughout the Arts District of Los Angeles.

Tony and Peggy retired, and sold the Market Place after 20 years and moved to Delray Beach, Florida. After Tony's passing, Peggy her daughter Cherie and granddaughter Gina moved to Painesville, Ohio to be closer to her son, David and his wife Roberta Bishop where they remained with each other up until Peggy's passing.

Peggy thoroughly enjoyed her family and friends, and cherished every single one of her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I hope this snapshot of her life touched your heart, and bring warm memories to mind.

William "Bill" Kelly

William Kelly was Born in San Francisco, but resided in Willoughby Hills. Bill was a big football fan, and he loved the Cleveland Browns and the 49ers.  He enjoyed nature and wildlife, as well as feeding the geese at his apartment.  He also liked talking politics and the strategy of backgammon.  Bill loved the music of Harry Chapin, Bruce Springsteen, and Elton John.  Bill is survived by his wife and two cats, three brothers and one sister, and two sons.  He was much loved and will be greatly missed. 

TTA AML – Today Tomorrow Always All My Love.

Gail Elizabeth Learn

Gail Elizabeth Learn

On Tuesday, February 18, 2020, Gail Elizabeth Learn, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away with her family at her side, at the age of 69, after a courageous six-year battle with cancer. 

Gail was born on February 2, 1951, daughter of Joyce and Clayton Morley.  She married Roy D. Learn, her husband of 52 years, and together they raised three children.  Gail was known for her kindness, her self-sacrificing manner, and her profound love for family.  She was musically talented and enjoyed music of all kinds, cooking and baking, gardening, and was a legendary canner.

Her life centered around her family and she especially looked forward to time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Survivors include her husband Roy, brother Emory (Virginia) Morley, children Judy Boone (Joseph Bohn), Roy Learn Jr., Timothy Learn, six grandchildren: Michael (Jenna), Matthew, and Mitchal Boone, Brittany (Nick) Phillips, Rebecca (Eric) Evanish, and Stacy Learn.  Seventeen great grandchildren: Adrianna, Arabella, Aalexis, Sophia, Khloe, Anayla, Mellanie Boone, Skylynn Parsons, Lincoln Rizzo, Blake and Hailey Phillips, Mason, Bailey, and Brooklyn Evanish, Dominic, Noah, and Jonah Obhof. 

Interment will be at Hartsgrove Cemetery on March 14, 11:00 a.m., with a Celebration of Life and luncheon held immediately after at Hartsgrove Town Hall.

Boyd A. Carpenter

Boyd A Carpenter passed away peacefully on February 18th at the age of 68. Boyd was born in Marietta, Ohio to the late James and Pauline Carpenter. He is survived by 3 brothers, 3 sisters, several nieces, nephews, and grandchildren along with his children; Brandy Velazquez of the home, Brenda Rhodes, Mike Carpenter and Tiffany Stephan. Boyd loved to fish, hunt, paint, spend time with his brothers including his “buddies” grandsons Cruz and Coby of the home whom he loved dearly. Boyd proudly served his country during the Vietnam war in the 101st airborne; after his service he became a police officer for the city of Canton until his retirement in 2002. Boyd was married to his wife of 25yrs. Jamie Lyn Carpenter until her passing in 2005.

My dad Boyd has been through more than what we could ever imagine. The last 5yrs of his life he lived with me, we had a bond that no one could or will ever break. He was my rock as I was his during happiness, sadness and sickness. I want to thank my dad for everything he did for me, his son-in-law and our 2 boys. You were a great man and I could not have asked for a better father. Love forever until we meet again your daughter, Brandy.

Frank M. Hurd

Frank, 54 of Madison, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2020 surrounded by his family. Dearly beloved husband of Becky (nee Hindman). Dearest brother of Corinea Al-Sayed. Dearest brother in-law of Sonny and Lisa Weaver, and Melaine Stepp. Dearest Uncle of Spencer, Victoria, Kellie, Abigail, Emily, Adrien, and Amanda. Frank is preceded in death by his parents. Frank was an avid Steelers fan, loved to fish, listen to country music, and sitting by a campfire. He loved his family, Church family and his CDC family very much. Frank was a very caring, loving person and will be greatly missed. Services are pending.

Kathleen "Kathy" Newton

Kathleen "Kathy" Newton age 91, of Mentor. Passed away peacefully on February 15, 2020 at Hospice of the Western Reserve. Only child of the late Watson P. Newton and Eda V. Newton (nee Hoffman).

Dear friend of Pat Perme, William and Marcia Fuchs, Josh, Krista, Landon, Mallory and Noah Lear, and Goddaughter Cheryl Lapuh.  A graduate of Euclid High School in 1946, and Baldwin Wallace College in 1950 with a Bachelor of Arts. Kathy also graduated from Case Western Reserve with a Masters in counseling. She taught at Kirtland High School, and North High School where she retired in 1984. Kathy began her golf start at Baldwin Wallace, and played many years at Manakiki Country Club and Acacia Country Club, where she won numerous club championships.

In the summers she played nationally in tournaments. One of her greatest achievements was having  7 holes in one. In 1961 she was runner up in the Women's Ohio State Golf Association, and W.O.S.G.A. winner in 1963. Kathy is in the Euclid High School Hall of fame, Baldwin Wallace Hall of Fame, as well as the Northern Ohio Golf Association Hall of Fame. She was a seven time winner of the Cleveland Women's Golf Association,  once held the amateur record at Shaker Height Country Club with a score of 71, and was awarded the Betty Kirby Peppard Award in 2007 from the W.O.S.G.A. 

A Memorial Service will be held 11A.M. Saturday March 14, 2020 at St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church , 435 Som Center Road, Mayfield Village, OH 44143. A Private Burial will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Kathy's name to The Turn, One Golfview Lane, North Olmsted, OH 44070, a local nonprofit partnered with the (NOGA), The Alzheimer's Association 23215 Commerce Park, Suite 300 Beachwood, OH, Ohio Girls Golf Foundation, 32300 Detroit Road, Avon OH 44011, or Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110

Harry F. Mullikin

Harry F. Mullikin age 93. Passed away on February 15, 2020. Loving husband of Betty. He leaves behind his son Michael, daughter Cynthia Wilson, 7 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Private Services. 

Sally Lynn Polakowski

Services for Sally Lynn Polakowski, 63, of Chardon, will be February 21, 2020 , 11:00 am, at Western Reserve Memorial Garden, 11521 Chillicothe Rd. Chesterland, Ohio 44026.

Sally passed away suddenly on February 13, 2020 at UH Geauga Hospital in Chardon.

She was the daughter of Joan Polakowski, loving partner of Peter Parks, mother of Thomas Lepovich of Madison and Rebecca Lepovich of Willoughby, grandmother of Christian Barnicoat; sister of Thomas (Carol), Susan (Keith), Sandra (Frank), Sharon (Robert), and Timothy (Lisa); and aunt to many nieces and nephews. 

Sally was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Polakowski.

Born in Cleveland Ohio, she moved to Mentor as a child and graduated from Mentor High School. She was a stay at home mom and has lived in several locations in her lifetime most recently in Chardon.  Sally filled her spare time listening to Josh Groben, reading and creating artwork. She was very proud of her children and grandson and all of their accomplishments.

Sally loved her family and friends deeply.  She and her contagious smile will be sorely missed.

Ned Oberlin

Ned Rudy Oberlin passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the age of 86.  Born November 21, 1933, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, to Cecilia Riley and Rudy Oberlin.  Survived by daughter, Deanna Anthony (David), granddaughter Alyssa Anthony, sister, Patricia Arel, brother, Gary Riley and many nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by both parents and sister, Barbara Chapman. He was a life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls, an entrepreneur, and devoted member of the United Presbyterian Church of Cuyahoga Falls. He saw value in everything, and was an avid collector.  There will be a Memorial Brunch for family and friends at 11:00 on March 7, 2020 at the United Presbyterian Church of Cuyahoga Falls, 2819 Hudson Drive, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio  44221.

Judith M. Tinner

Judith M. (Miller) Tinner of Ashtabula passed away on Wed. Feb 12, 2020. She was born in Conneaut OH, on July 17, 1957, the daughter of Janet Hardy and William Leslie Miller Jr. She graduated from Edgewood High School. Judy was a kind hearted soul who loved animals, music and a good laugh.

 She is survived by her mother, Janet (Steven) Hardy, brothers William Leslie (Terri) Miller III, Mike Miller, Sister, Christina (Daniel) Wagner.

 She is preceded in death by her father William Leslie Miller Jr., sister Kathleen Miller, and her son Jonathon Tinner.

 The family would like to thank Compassus Hospice and the staff at Bluestream Rehab. Private services will be held at a later date.

Stanley Kain

Stanley Kain age 83 best known as the owner of LaCave Folk Club in Cleveland. Father of Rick (Donna), Bob (Ranelle), Dwayne Postlethwait (Brenda), Kevin Postlethwait, Yvonne Allen (tracy), Michelle Yates (William). Brother Marshall and Don, much loved Grandpa, Great Grandpa, and Uncle. Stanley was proceeded by his parents Allen and Dorothy Kain, sons Ron and Randy Kain.

Services: Heartland Community Church, 3400 Weymouth Road, Medina, OH 44256. February 15, 2020 12:30 to 3:00P.M.

Steven C. Johnson

Steven Carleton Johnson passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, son of the late Carleton C. Johnson and Doris Mae (Brown) Johnson.

Steven attended Purdue University and was a retired bakery engineer, most recently employed by Orlando Baking in Cleveland.  He enjoyed fishing and astronomy, took great pride in his home improvement skills, and had a wonderfully unique sense of humor that will be greatly missed.

In addition to his mother, Steven is survived by his loving wife and companion of 24 years, Katherine (Brahler) Johnson.  Also surviving are five children:  Scott (Toni) Johnson, Amanda (John) Brooks, Kelley (John) Pratt, Kristin  (Chris) Ray, and Katelyn Meredith, seven grandchildren, brothers Randall (Patricia) Johnson and David (Trish) Johnson, sister Sharon (Tim) Fryer, one nephew and four nieces.

A celebration of Life Service will be begin at 4P.M. on February 19, 2020 at Blessing Cremation Center, 9340 Pinecone Drive, Mentor OH 44060.

Donations may be made in Steven's memory to Cherished Cockers, 8216 Rushton Drive, Mentor, OH 44060. www.cherishedcockers.org

Thomas C. Delsanter

Thomas C. Delsanter passed away on February 7, 2020 from heart complications and is survived by his children, Thomas V. Delsanter, Joseph C. Delsanter, Christopher M. Delsanter and Theresa M. Delsanter; and grandchildren, Antonio and Elizabeth Delsanter; brother, Pasquale Delsanter; and sister, Joann. There will be a celebration of life at a later time for family members.