William L. Hall Jr.

William L. Hall Jr., age 75, of Mentor, passed away on June 15, 2021. Devoted husband to Linda (nee Lederer). Loving father of Martina Crance, Michelle Hampton (Dale), Michael Hall (Camille), Raellen Caldbeck (Adam), Dawn Leslie (John), Amy Malek (James), and step-father to Jason Norris, Shawn Norris (Samantha), and Shannon Lucherini (Mark).

Cherished grandfather of 20 and great-grandfather of 1. Brother of Barbara Beverage, Dottie Bell (Tom), and the following deceased Orville W., Norma Keith, Joyce Davis, Rosalie Clapsadle, Richard, James, and Kathleen. William was an Uncle and Friend to many. Loving son of the late William L. Hall and Reida C. Hall (Young). 

He was a Vietnam Veteran through the United States Army. Bill loved camping and being outdoors. A memorial will be held in both Pennsylvania and Ohio at a later date.

Robert Clair Miller

Our dear brother Rob, has sadly lost his life due to a long battle with chemical dependency

which kept him in a state of depression. Rob had also lost his life partner Dwight along with his will to live.

Our family would like to Sincerely Thank all of Robs friends who have Loved and Supported him, we will be forever grateful, Please Take Good Care!

Safely Home
I am home In Heaven, dear ones;

Oh, so happy and so bright!

There is perfect joy and beauty

In this ever lasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;

I am now at peace forever,

Safely Home in Heaven at last.

Thomas H. Gribble

Thomas H. Gribble age 72 of Perry, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 at Homestead II in Painesville, Ohio.

He was born in McMinnville, Tennessee to Howard and Billy Jo Gribble (Walker).

He is survived by son Thomas E. Gribble of Michigan, daughter Tracy L. Shaw (Gribble) of Maryland. Grandchildren Devan E. Gribble and Michael W.S. Shaw. Brother John A (Roseanne) Gribble of Perry, Ohio, Jeffrey Gribble of Perry, Ohio and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his Mother, Father, Sister (Brother in law)

Daddy (Pops) had a love for Nascar and gardening and deep love for his family

Arrangements were entrusted to Blessing Cremation Center in Mentor, OH.

No services will be held at this time, In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to his children.

Robert K. Milliff

Robert K. Milliff age 64 of Madison Township, Ohio passed away on Tuesday May 25, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and is survived by his step-son Robert (Crystal) Stadler, step-daughters Michelle (Bryant) Lester, Melissa (Lee) Mizer. Grandchildren Ryan, Chloe, Noah, Kayla, Leon, Leilah and Landon. Brothers Bill (Donna) Milliff and Rich Milliff, sisters Jackie (August) Kawalec and Laura Milliff (Charlie Jackson) and sister-in-law Linda Milliff. Many nieces, nephews and his dog Layla.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife Deborah A., mother Virginia Vahcic, father William Milliff and brother Mike Milliff.

Robert was a Proud Navy veteran. He loved wood working, taking care of his flower gardens, tending to his salt water fish and feeding the birds and squirrels.

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday June 12, 2021 at 10 am Parkman Congregational Church 18265 Madison Rd. Middlefield, Ohio 44062

Graveside service will be held on Saturday June 12, 2021 with military honors at 12:30 pm Madison Memorial Cemetary 3055 Arcola Rd. Madison Township, Ohio 44057 D34 #2

Arrangements were entrusted to Blessing Cremation Center Mentor, Ohio

Philip Martin Nelson

February 27, 1944 - May 11, 2021

Philip M. Nelson (77) passed away on May 11, 2021 at Tripoint Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Philip was born February 27, 1944 in Painesville, OH and remained a Lake County resident throughout his life. He worked in the machinist/maintenance field at several firms, most notably Cleveland Crane Co. for 20 years. Phil also served proudly with the Painesville Twp. Fire Dept for 10 years. He formed many happy memories with his fellow fire fighters. Philip is survived by his loving sons & their families; Michael (Kim Wendl) and Richard (Liz Maylish); grandchildren: Aaron, Cassandra (Mike Demore), Marissa, and Haley Nelson; great granddaughter Olivia Grace Demore. Phil is also survived by his brothers David (Becky Royer) and Terry Nelson, sister-in-law Marie, former wife Fran Nelson, lifelong friend Jake Bruner, and many extended family members & friends. Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Robert F. Nelson Sr. and Mary Cunningham; and his brother Robert F. Nelson Jr. He loved to greet people at Walmart & bring a smile to their face. He also helped his loved ones when they needed him. He will be missed by those who knew him best.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date as well as a private graveside service at Riverside Cemetery. The family suggest contributions to be made in his memory to his sons or to a charity of your choice. May his soul rest in peace. 

Jennah Jochum

Jennah Jochum(Carlson) beautiful wife, loving mother, 39, passed away at her home on May 18th 2021.

Jennah will always be remembered for her kindness, wit, sense of humor and punk rock spirit.  A mermaid at heart made swimming one of Jennah’s passions since she was young.  Jennah also loved to bake.  It was not just for the food but for the love and joy it brought to the people that she made it for.  She was always thinking of others.  Jennah was a strong and loving soul.  She made a house a home and our world a brighter place each day.  She will be missed beyond words.  

A Catholic Service will be held on May 28, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at St. John Vianni Church in Mentor, Ohio.  A celebration of Jennah’s life will be held at a later date.

No donations please. Instead, Jennah would want you to love the ones you care about. Money gets spent, love lasts forever

Robert F. Beverstock "Bob"

July 23, 1953 - May 12, 2021

Robert Fuller “Bob” Beverstock, Jr., 67, died peacefully at home on May 12. He left behind his devoted partner, Tracy Shifflett, whose tireless dedication eased his path during his nearly 2-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his mother, Ellen Beverstock (the late Robert F Beverstock), sisters Mary Ellen Cain (Edward) and Beth Paoloni (Richard), brother, Matthew (Susan) and Nathan Shifflett. He will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Bob will always be remembered as a man of many interests and abundant talents. He could build anything, grow and cook everything, and remember every lyric from every song from 1960 on. Beyond Tracy, Bob’s two great loves were boating and having fun. He was the life of the party and hosted many hilariously themed bashes. While we will look fondly on his mischief and laughter, we will never forget his decency, loyalty and generosity with his time and talents. He loved his family and his many, many friends and would do anything for any one of us.

Godspeed, Bob. We hope you’re wearing some really wild pants in heaven.

Private family services to celebrate Bob’s life will be held.

John W. Adams

John W. Adams, age 86, died peacefully at home on May 10, 2021 while in the care of Hospice of the Western Reserve.

John was was a lifelong Mentor resident, graduating from Mentor High School. He had a unique employment history, starting at the Painesville Telegraph and Curtis Industries during the advent of computer punch cards, moving to The Prudential where his charm and gift of gab put him in good stead, and concluding at the Denison family’s Quality Repair where his problem-solving abilities were a great asset. He made many friends along the way.

John was a talented stained glass artist. His home studio saw the creation of many beautiful projects, which were often recognized by local arts and crafts organizations. His glass hobby culminated in the creation of a 21-foot alter window for his church of many years, the Church of the Brethren in Painesville, OH. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed road trips around the US.

Surviving John are his wife, Martha L. Adams; son Douglas (Lavonne) Adams; former wife Mary Ann Dietz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Viola Adams and stepfather Harry Collins.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at the family home later this summer.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, all memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Lake County Humane Society.

Joan J. Epperson

Joan J. Epperson age 91 of Virginia, resided in Mentor. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her son Stephen and his wife Marchelle on May 3, 2021. Loving mother of the late James R. Epperson. Devoted wife of the late Ralph. Cherished grandmother of 3, and great-grandmother of 3. Loving sister of Ralph.

Joan was a member at East Heisley Church of God for 45 years. A Memorial Service for Joan will be held at a later date. Please check back on our website, for more information.

Marianne T. Lohrman

CHARDON – Marianne T. Lohrman was incandescent. For 73 years she shared her warmth, light and love. She laughed and cried with us. She created spectacular meals for us.  She was a compassionate friend, incredible wife, amazing mother, proud daughter, guiding sister, talented gardener and writer, woke activist, and so much more. She left this world on May 3, 2021, and became stardust, lighting the way for her loved ones past and those to follow.

She was born January 1, 1948, in Warren, Ohio to Thaddeus and Irene Was. Her dad would smile as she romped, her blonde hair bobbing in the breeze. She will always be his “Buttercup.”

Marianne’s finely honed intellect and natural talents took flight in many directions, including as a reporter for the Niles Times and Canton Repository and as a public relations professional for the Hoover Company, Heritage Trust and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition. She also earned a realtor’s license, helping many families find their dream homes. Her lifelong love of books opened doors to positions at the Chardon Public Library and the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library.

The lights in her life will forever be her husband Eugene (Gene) D. Lohrman, whom she married in 1968, their two remarkable children, Kirsten and James and grandchildren Alexa and Joe.

Her education included graduation from the Villa Maria High School in Villa Maria, Pennsylvania in 1966, She won the Junior Miss Pageant in 1965 during her junior year. She attended Kent State University, where she met Gene. When Gene was offered a job in South Carolina in1985, they moved their family to Summerville, S.C., where they lived for nearly 20 years. It was at the College of Charleston that Marianne earned a B.A. with honors in English Literature. She and Gene returned to Ohio in 2000, following the loss of their son, Jim, and her father, Thad.

Marianne was a loving force of nature, devoting her energies to being a wife, mother and “Gramee” to her grandchildren Alexa and Joe. She also relished her time with mother Irene, whom she called “Mamusia.”

Butterflies and gardens occupied a special place in Marianne’s heart, so she and Gene celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary touring Vancouver, British Columbia, Whidbey Island and the historic Butchart Gardens.

Her eye for design allowed her to create a distinctive and comfortable home for family and friends. The kitchen was her domain, where she often assembled incredible appetizers, savory meals and decadent desserts. The electric teakettle was always on for tea, ready to welcome visitors.

Marianne valued deeply the written and spoken word. She wrote poetry, short articles and exquisite letters to family and friends. In an article on the healing power of butterfly gardens, she wrote, “Why is it that the sight of a butterfly fills me with heart-expanding joy? Is it the beauty of form? The display of color? The delicacy of movement? Can it be something that approaches the divine? So many famous artists paint angels with expansive bird-like wings. I smile as I imagine teensy angels with butterfly wings. Soft, colorful, silent.”

 She searched for opportunities to serve a need and share her voice. Marianne was a natural leader and welcomed many to a variety of life-affirming organizations.  In memory of her son, Jim, she used her grief experience to support other bereaved parents. She became an active member of The Compassionate Friends Charleston, S.C. chapter and later the Geauga County chapter, contributing articles to the newsletter and meeting with parents who had lost their children. She used that same compassion through the Sjogren’s Syndrome Foundation.  She was a certified Laughter Yoga practitioner, sharing the power of therapeutic laughter as a stress reliever. Her fierce love for our American democracy led her to found and create a private Facebook page for women who shared her values and wanted to make a difference. She served on the board of the Burlington Green Homeowners Association.

 Marianne left this world as she lived it, with courage and grace. Surviving are her husband, Gene, of 52 years, daughter Kirsten Antony (Tracy) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and grandchildren Alexa and Joe Antony, her mother Irene Was of Warren, Ohio and sister Christine Zust (Mark) of Westlake, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her son, James A. Lohrman, father Thaddeus Was and sisters Phyllis Hare and Janice Douglass.

 The family thanks The Cleveland Clinic, The Gathering Place, the David Simpson Hospice House and in-home hospice nurses for their loving care of Marianne throughout her two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Due to COVID-19, no public viewing or service is scheduled. The family will host a private Celebration of Life memorial service this summer.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests supporting one of Marianne’s favorite charities, the World Central Kitchen at https://wck.org.

LINDA GILES

Linda Giles (Schlachter), 71, of Toledo, OH, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021 in Cleveland, OH.

Linda was born in 1949 to Robert and Louise Schlachter, in Cleveland, OH. She graduated from St. Ursula Academy in 1967 and later attended classes at Suomi and Heidelberg Colleges, as well as the University of Toledo. She met her former husband, Mark Giles, in 1970 and together they had 4 children. Linda devoted herself to being a full-time mom for many years, then worked for Toledo Public Schools as a Teacher’s Aide in Special Education, where she remained until she retired in 2011.

Linda loved gardening, antiques, birds and tea. She dedicated a lot of time to genealogy research over the years and loved learning about the history of the cities in which she had lived, Toledo and Cleveland. She was an avid reader and always had her nose in a book or a Reader’s Digest, her favorite magazine.

Linda was predeceased by her father, Robert J. Schlachter, mother, Louise Schlachter, and younger brother, Robert Schlachter. She is survived by her sister, Patricia Alcan (Schlachter) and her husband, Karl Alcan; her 2 sons and their wives, Aaron & Vera Giles, Nathan & Crystal Giles; her 2 daughters and their husbands, Andrew & Andrea Lane, Chuck & Kristen Scarl; and her 8 grandchildren.

The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the National Audubon Society, of which Linda was a member for many years.

Leslie Sutton

Leslie Sutton, 52, of Mentor Ohio, passed away on May 1st, 2021, with her daughters by her side.

Devoted mother of Emily Shea (Allen), and Sarah Sutton. Loving daughter of Charlotte Lowe. Cherished sister of Evan Lowe (Bev), Jeremy Lowe,(Kristi), Natalie Shiff, Stephanie Lowe, and Kerie Mecaskey (Doug). Aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Leslie worked as a delivery driver for the Plain Dealer for most of her teenage, and adult life. She was running a dog boarding and walking business from her home, which she loved so much. There was nothing that made her happier than having a house full of dogs. She enjoyed traveling when she could, and one of her favorite vacation things to do was parasailing. She would go every time she went on a warm weather water vacation. She was a kind, caring, loving woman, who would do anything for anyone at all, even opening her home to her friends that needed her. She was a mother, daughter, aunt, and a friend to so many.

There will be a small, private memorial for the family, and once the weather warms up, there will be a celebration of life at an out door venue, which will be posted to her Facebook once planned.

Robert L. Mowery

Robert L. Mowery of Painesville. Passed away on Sunday April 25, 2021.

Beloved husband of Roxanne (nee Covell). Loving step-father of Thomas C. Claypool of Columbus, and Timothy A. Claypool (wife Stephanie), of North Kingsville.

Cherished grandfather of Ashley Claypool, Kayla Tobias, Alex Claypool, Sydney Claypool, Gracie Claypool, and Timmy Claypool.

Great-grandfather of Nicholas, Calum, and Kace. Robert was preceded in death by his father Lee A. Mowery, and his mother Alice Berzinskas Switzer.

Loving brother of Ronald Mowery, Richard Mowery, Shirley Mowery McDonald, and Brian Switzer.

A Private Service for the Family will be held at a later date.

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and memories of Robert on the website.

Dolores Sherry

Dolores Sherry , 87, Sandusky Ohio formerly of Avon Lake and Cleveland, passed away peacefully in Stein Hospice and Parkvue Healthcare Center April 25,2021.

Proceeded in death by sisters Alice Jane Auer (Joe), Helen Marie Peshek (Jack), Joyce Ann Goodrich (Pete), and special nephew David Peshek.

Survived by nieces and nephews, Tom Peshek (Carolyn), Sherry Kepic (Jim), Clifford Peshek (Stephanie), Kevin Peshek (Tracy), Jennifer Hirshman (Kevin), Sandy Cooper (Bob), Jackie Goodrich (Barb Blankenship), Brian Goodrich (Gayle), Carrie Waclawski (Michael), Suzanne Silbert,long time friend Karen Wester, many great nieces & nephews, cousins and special friends.

Born in Cleveland Ohio, she worked at Dominion East Ohio Gas and Tri C College as a dispatcher for security for many years. Dolores was a world traveler, avid collector and was loved by everyone she met.

Arrangements were made with Blessing Cremation Center with a private family memorial.  Memorial contributions can be sent to Stein Hospice Sandusky Ohio.

Heather Lynn Ramian

Heather Lynn Ramian, age 48, passed away surrounded by her family on April 23, 2021. She fought a short valiant battle against a rare lung cancer. She will be greatly missed, but her pain is gone.

Heather is survived by her long time loving partner; William H. Prall, Jr., son; Nicholas Tizzano, step-son; Adam Tizzano, father; Ronald Ramian (Lisa), dear sisters; Stacy (Ramian) Burgett, Nicole Ramian, Jennifer Ramian, and Becky (Ramian) Weber. Uncles; William Votruba (Marla), Thomas Votruba and Aunts; Francine Juratovac (William), Donna (Ramian) Dougherty (Michael).  Niece; Skye Lyric Burgett, and nephews; Case Burgett and Cash (CJ) Jackson Stratt and many cousins here and in Texas.

Her mother, Nancy J. Blake, passed away February 2013. Uncle; James Votruba  deceased August 2000.

Arrangements are being handled by Blessing Cremation Center, Mentor, OH. There will be no calling hours and A Celebration of Life will be private with the family at a later date.

Condolences and memorial contributions can be made to the family in c/o Francine Juratovac, 8400 Markwood Dr. Mentor, OH 44060.

Erika Zigman

Erika Zigman A devoted wife and mother, Erika’s pride and love for her family didn’t come to an end with her death. Erika passed away at home on April 20, 2021 at the age of 80, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by fully living their lives.

Erika was born in Dresden, formerly East Germany-where she bravely fled communism and married Vladimir Zigman in 1959. They emigrated to the United States to build a successful and loving life together for 47 1/2 years, until she was widowed in 2006.

Erika was a long time resident of Willowick and Willoughby, befriending many neighbors as they admired her lifelong passion of flower gardening. She enjoyed watching the birds in her yard and feeding “Dilly” the deer. She leaves behind her faithful canine companion and “good dog” Rosie.

Known for always speaking her mind, Erika will be remembered by her of friends and family for her whirlwind personality and smile. Since becoming widowed, she had become very active in and had many friendships with members the German Cultural Group of the Mentor Senior Center.

Erika is survived by her children Sylvia Abramczyk ( Ron, deceased) of Willowick, Branko Zigman ( companion, Kim) of Willoughby, Erik Zigman ( Kristine) of Seattle, Washington, and Troy Zigman (Jamie) of Willoughby.

Erika was blessed and proud to be Oma to 8 grandchildren: Stephanie Anderson (George), Daniel Abramczyk (Katie), Erika Zigman (Brett), Rachel Zigman (Austin), Casey Zigman, Joseph Zigman, Blake Zigman and Tatum Zigman.

She is also survived by her very dear sister-in-law Barica Zigman (Ivan, deceased) of Eastlake and Josepha Lelak (Mirko, deceased) of Zagreb, Croatia, her nephews: Mirko Lelak, Vladimir Zigman , Bozidar Zigman, John Zigman and nieces Suzana Zigman Thomas and Karin Heift of Germany.

Her sister Giesela and brother-in-law Dieter Pimperl of Germany and brother and sister-in-law Drago and Danica Zigman are deceased .

A private Memorial Service will be held at All Souls Cemetery on Saturday, June 19, 2021. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of The Hospice of The Western Reserve , Lakeshore East Care Team, for their caring and support for Erika and her family. In lieu of flowers the family kindly requests contributions be made to The Hospice of the Western Reserve, 300 E. 185th Street, Cleveland Ohio 44119-1930.

This poem was very special to Erika and she requested that we share it with her friends and family.

If tomorrow starts without me, And I am not there to see,

If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me:

I know how much you loved me, As much as I loved you,

And each time that you think of me I know you’ll miss me too.

So, when tomorrow starts without me,

Don’t think we are far apart, For every time you think of me

I’m right there, in your heart.

Naomi D. Spiro

Devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Naomi D. Spiro (91) died on April 20, 2010 at Lake West Hospital. She was born in New York City and moved to Willoughby in 1962 when her husband, Frank, changed jobs. Mrs. Spiro worked as an executive secretary for more than 40 years, retiring after 20 years with Continental Lighting Services in Eastlake. As a member of The League of Women Voters, she was very active in the founding of Lakeland Community College. She was a Lake Hospital System front desk volunteer for more than 28 years. After retirement, she continued to serve the community as a volunteer in the nursing office at Lake West Hospital, and as a receptionist at the front desk. She also knitted hundreds of baby caps for hospital newborns and sewed and stuffed heart pillows for the Mended Hearts at Lake West Hospital, sewed wheelchair chart bags and continued at the front desk, totaling more than 30,000 hours of service. She also volunteered at Edison Elementary School in the Reading Lab tutoring first and second graders. Mrs. Spiro also gave many hours to the Browning Senior Center knitting many lap robes for nursing home patients and donated more than 12 gallons of blood to the Red Cross. Mrs. Spiro was honored with several community recognition awards, including the Salt of the Earth award presented to her by the Willoughby Kiwanis organization. She loved the English language and was a prolific reader and was also a member of R.S.V.P. and Friends of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library. Mrs. Spiro was a crafter, enjoying quilting, knitting, sewing, and needlepoint. Surviving are her daughter, Janet Kiikka (Niel), of Zanesville, and son, Clifford (Linda Artley) of Savannah, Georgia, two grandchildren, Ian (Molly) and Miranda (Emannuel Tomas) and two great grandchildren, Oscar and Pearl.Her husband, Frank, passed away in 1996. Her parents and two sisters and a brother are also deceased. Blessings Crematory is handling all arrangements. No calling hours. Contributions are suggest to Ohio Special Olympics or St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

Lawrence "Larry" Thomas Martis

Lawrence (Larry) Thomas Martis, 69, of Mentor, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 18, 2021 in the presence of his wife and three daughters after the final prayers of the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Glorious Mysteries of the Holy Rosary.  

The beloved spouse of Bridgett and cherished father of their daughters Sydney, Kendall, and Ashton. The loving father of sons Brian and Marc (Amy); grandfather to Jordan and Luke (Brian), and Anthony, Lucy, and Joseph (Marc and Amy); and brother to John (Cosimine), Tim (Shirley), Ken, and Leo (Patricia) Martis. He was preceded in death by Leo (father), and Frances (mother).

Larry loved spending time with his family, cooking a new recipe, planting a garden, and taking care of his car. Many days and evenings were spent sitting on the front porch with his family enjoying the sun and fresh air or biking and hanging out with friends. Larry was also a very faith-filled man. He regularly prayed the Holy Rosary, attended daily mass and was a morning lector at St. Francis of Assisi for many years. Larry exuberated joy and never complained. He was always seen with a contagious smile on his face and a positive presence that brightened up every room. He had a dry sense of humor and had a laugh that made you smile. Larry also enjoyed the simple things; like reading the morning newspaper with a cup of black coffee, listening to Polka music on Saturday mornings, eating a celebratory donut after donating blood at the St. Gabriel blood drive, working out at the gym in the early morning at the Lake County YMCA, and enjoying a Masthead beer in the driveway while grilling or admiring his freshly cut lawn. His work ethic exceeded all standards and he made an effort to make a connection with everyone he came in contact with both personally and professionally.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Friday, April 23, 2021 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord, OH 44060. A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 pm in the church. Burial in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon to follow. Masks are required and social distancing must be observed. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages blood donations to the American Red Cross or financial donations to St. Mary's Seminary (28700 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, OH 44092).

Ronald C. Meister

Ronald C. “Papa” Meister, age 73, passed away April 5, 2021 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord Township. He was born July 18, 1947 in Cleveland to Richard and Martha (Summers) Meister.

Ronald was an extremely loving and caring person. He retired a US Army veteran. His family meant the world to him and he did everything he could for his kids and grandkids. He loved meeting new people and telling corny jokes. Christmas was always his favorite holiday and he whistled Christmas songs all year long.

He is survived by his sons, James (Nora) Meister and Ron Meister; brothers, Roger (Pat) Meister and Randy (Linda) Meister ; sisters, Marie Pinkston and Rosemary (Jim) Potter.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Martha Meister ; sister Margaret Ellis and brothers Richard Meister Jr. and Philip Meister.

The family has elected not to do a memorial service at this time but will be having a “celebration of life event” later in the year. Information will be forthcoming.

Christine Marie Klingman

Christine Marie Klingman, nee (Sivic), 76 of Willoughby, passed away April 5, 2021 peacefully at home. Dearly beloved of the late Frederick C Klingman, whom she missed deeply.

Cherished Mother of Michele Schmitt; loving Grandmother of Christopher G. (Tasha Marie) Thompson, Micheal J (Rebbecca) Kacprzynski, and Kyle Kacprzynski; Great grandmother of Katryna, Kaleana, and Kylie Thompson, Erin and Liam Kacprzynski. Christine also leaves behind her beloved 'Old English Sheepdog" Ginger and her cat Kitty.

Christine graduated from Wickliffe High School, she lived in Lake county most of her life. Christine was retired from the Willoughby Police Department where she was a dispatcher and later the court clerk. She was respected for her knowledge and everyone who knew her respected her tough exterior but all knew she was a kind and caring person. Her sense of humor and compassion will truly be missed.

A celebration of life will be held at the NORTH pavillon at Osborne Park in Willoughby this Saturday from 2-7. There will be food for everyone! Please come and share memories of Christine.