Ricky Alan Bailey

Ricky Alan Bailey passed away peacefully on September 16, 2021. Ricky is preceded in death by his parents Ray and Mary (Wilson) Bailey. He leaves behind four children Bobbi, Eric, Nicholas , and Brynn Bailey. He is survived by an older sister Patsy Carol Amadii (Don), brother Ronald Gray Bailey (Beverly), and the late Michael Ray Bailey (wife Cheryl). Loving uncle to several nieces and nephews: Michael Bailey Jr., Jason, Jordan and Katie Bailey. Ricky was known as a hard worker to anyone who knew him. He started working in the muck fields as a child where he grew up in the Canton area. He went on to become a manager at a local restaurant where he was known as Beetle Bailey. Ricky ended his work career as an owner of a business that delivered buns to restaurants where he earned a new nick name- the bun man. Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

Christopher R. Temple

Christopher R. Temple age 55. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 15, 2021. He was born in Cleveland to the late Susan Jarger. He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry L. Jones and children Danielle Geer (Matt), Zackary Temple, Camryn Temple, and Matthew Temple. Grandchildren Jamison Temple, Rylan Stivanson, Brystol Stivanson, Wesley Geer, and Serenity Geer. He will be missed by many friends, and family. A Celebration of his life will be held on Sunday September 26th at the Kiwanis Lake Community Hall at 2:00 P.M.

Thomas A. Yates

We bid farewell to an honored veteran, Thomas A. Yates, who passed away on September 15, 2021, after courageously enduring Huntington’s Disease for the past decade. He was born on June 9, 1948, to Henry and Audrey (Ott) Yates in Cleveland, Ohio. Tom will forever be loved by all who knew him, yet most fondly revered by his immediate family; his wife Betsy Parke, his sons David and Brian (Tasha) Yates and their mother Kathy McPeak, and his stepsons Steven, Luke (Natalie), and Harley (Marcella) Parke. He is cherished as “Poppy” by Chapin, Oliver, and Abigail Yates, and forever adored as “Papa Tom” by Sylvia, Sophia, Cecelia, Lucy, and Max Parke. Tom was a quiet, kind and generous man whose gifts and knowledge touched many lives. He brought much beauty to the world during his 40 year career at The Holden Arboretum. He shared his vast knowledge of the natural world with many appreciative people. Tom helped others as a volunteer for: Boy Scouts of America, Meals on Wheels, Mentor Special Skaters, Lake Metro Parks, leading The Mentor Senior Center Hiking Club and rugged all day hikes for various organizations and as a multi gallon blood donor for the American Red Cross. Huntington’s Disease may have taken his body but his spirit lives on in his sons and grandchildren as well as in his passion for the natural world. Take a walk in nature and you will feel his spirit there. Tom’s family will hold a private family service in celebration of his life. To honor Tom’s memory please consider a donation to: The HDSA Northeast Ohio Chapter (for research) PO Box 14668 Cleveland, OH 44114 The Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio 6892 Highland Dr. Solon, OH 44139 Please offer condolences and your memories of Tom below on Blessing’s website.

Robert Joseph Dellarose

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family announce Robert Joseph Dellarose, 80, passed away Monday, September 13, 2021.

Bob retired from Lincoln Electric Company after working 35 years as a tool designer. He was forever fixing almost anything and everything around the house as an amateur handyman, dabbled in winemaking and Koi ponds, loved cookbooks with pictures particularly from Italy, and had grand aspirations to do wood carving. He loved when the neighborhood dogs visited and enjoyed sunny days watching the wildlife at their home in Bonita Springs often remarking it was "another day in paradise". Neil Diamond played all the time in the house- Forever in Blue Jeans, Sweet Caroline - but his favorite was dancing with his wife to In the Still of the Night.

He is predeceased by his parents Albert and Anne Dellarose. Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Bonita Marchando Dellarose; daughters, Renee (David) Kimball, Kristi (Jason) Cowan; son, Craig (Christina) Dellarose; grandchildren, Tyler (Kelly) Kimball, Bryce Kimball, Rachael Cowan, Ryan Cowan, Sarah Cowan, and Christian Gallagher. He will also be missed by his cherished sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews and lifelong and devoted friends. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the American Heart Association in Robert's name.

Amanda Lorene Hall

Amanda Lorene Hall passed away at age 45. She was born on September 5, 1976 in Cleveland, Ohio to Rosemary Hussing (Eller) and Ivan Hall, and entered into heaven on September 6, 2021. Amanda is survived by her beloved daughter Miranda Foster and grandson Aiden Huggins, as well as her siblings, Paula Chislow (Mark Chislow), Brenda Needs(Randy Needs), Carl Hussing. Loving Aunt of her nieces and nephew James Boglino Jr, Janice Rose Wagner, Rosemary Hussing and her beloved dog Zoe. A service will be held at a later date.

Joseph George Culek

Joseph George Culek  April 5, 1927-Sept. 2, 2021

 Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Maryanne (Muzika) Culek; children Joseph (Laureen), Ann (James Bliven), Sue Dietrich (Art), Kathy,  Chris (Denise) and grandchildren Nicole and Joe Culek, Judah and Kate Bliven, Jessica and John Dietrich and Grace and Charlie Culek,  Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Rose Culek; siblings, Catherine, Rose, Leonarda, Frank, Kenneth and Imelda. The funeral mass is Sept. 13 at 11:30 at St. Joan of Arc in Chagrin Falls.

Around sunset on September 2nd, Joseph George Culek set sail for the other Shore. In spite of the coming night there is no fear that after 94 years of living with a strong moral compass he knew exactly his destination. On that shore he met his parents and his six siblings who made the journey before. He was a child of the depression. At 17 he enlisted in the Navy and joined his 2 brothers and 1 of his sisters going overseas during World War II. After the war he waited patiently to meet Maryanne Muzika at an ice skating rink and our family lucked out at having such a union for our parents. Should St. Peter need some work on the Heavenly Gates, Dad would be the guy. He was the ultimate do it yourselfer. He had little formal schooling but he worked his way up serving as the Building Commissioner until his retirement. Dad never minded all the dogs in the house and even got used to cats. He made children feel loved and special and he had just the knack to tuck the young ones under his arm and lull them (and him) into a lovely nap in the rocking chair. He demonstrated his ability with his 5 children and 8 grandchildren. We thank Dad for being a light in our world through his daily living showing his faith, work ethic, kindness to others and his devotion to family. He would wish us all a life of fair winds and smooth sailing. Rest in peace.

Darlene V. Velotta

September 2, 1941 - August 1, 2021

Darlene V. Velotta age 79 passed away on August 1, 2021. Cherished daughter of the late Mathew and Elizabeth DiBiase. Devoted Mother of Frank Velotta Jr.,(Gigi) and Anthony Velotta(Vanessa). Grandmother to Alyssa Velotta, Breanna Velotta (deceased), Miliana Velotta, Issac Baur, and Angelina Velotta. Loving sister to Matthew DiBiase, and Sandra Marciano (both deceased).

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Lois C. Flaccus

Lois C. Flaccus age 91, passed away on August 27, 2021 at Altercare Nursing home. She was born on October 10, 1929 in Painesville Ohio to her father/step-mother Charles (Dorothy) Merrill and her mother/step-father Pauline(Earl) Burns. Lois loved flowers, needlepoint, crocheting and long car rides. She will also be missed by her cats Ozzie and Floyd. She was a member of Saint Gabriels Church in Concord Ohio. She worked/retired from the Lake County Recorder office.

Lois is survived by sons Thomas II (Marta) Velna, and Jeffery (Judy) Velna, her grandchildren, Thomas III(Justine), Jennifer, Angelique, Michael and Erik Velna. Great grandchildren Tyrelle and Jaydyn Early, Bailey, Andrew, Jameson and Tayvion Velna. Preceded in death by husbands John Flaccus, and Thomas Velna.
A private service will be held on September 10, 2021.

Donald Edward Irvine Jr.

Donald Edward Irvine Jr. age 63

Feb 5 1958 - August 23, 2021

Donnie loved having a good time and had a good sense of humor. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He attended Painesville City Schools and was a member of the wrestling team, which placed second in the state.  He worked for Demeter’s Florist, NuPro and St. Clair Roofing.   Don is survived by his son, Matthew Benjamin Irvine; five grandchildren: Anthony, Jenny, Jessie, Payton (JoJo) and Haylee; Stepmother, Joyce Irvine of Cleveland; Sister, Debra (Francis) Sarosy; Brothers, Robert (Joanne) Irvine and Kevin(Stacey) Lewis; Sister-in-law, Cheryl Irvine-Jackson;  many nieces and nephews; he was preceded in death his Son, Donnie Irvine; Parents: Donald & Bessie Lewis and Donald Edward Irvine Sr.; Brother, Mark Alan Irvine I.

A memorial service will be held to celebrate Don’s life on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at Beaty Landing’s pavilion, 543 E. Walnut Ave., Painesville from 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Diane M. Schussler

May 13, 1937 - August 20, 2021

Diane Schussler (Douglas) age 84. Beloved wife of Henry (deceased); Mother of Scott (Jennifer), Gary (deceased) & Tim (deceased); Grandmother of six; Great-Grandmother of eleven; Daughter of Diane (deceased) & Edward (deceased); Sister of Loretta (Dick), Ron (deceased) (Georgene), & Edward (Pat).

Funeral Mass at St. Mary’s, Chardon, Ohio on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 11:30 a. m. With luncheon to follow.

Private cemetery service on another date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice Traditional Health, LLC or St. Mary’s, Chardon, Ohio.

Wayne F. McLaughlin

Wayne F. McLaughlin, 94, of Ligonier, PA, passed away peacefully at home Friday afternoon, August 20, 2021. He was born August 11, 1927 in Manor, Pennsylvania and was the son of Franklin W. and Helen E. (Weaver) McLaughlin. He was independent right up to the end making a 3-hour drive alone just 2 1/2 weeks prior to his death and went to a fair on Tuesday and Thursday the week prior to his death. He was strong willed and as independent as possible right up until passing. He would give you the shirt off his back if he thought it would help and did not want to be a burden to anyone. He gave up his breath before losing his independence. May he have an elaborate leather shop, as many horses as he desires and a dog by his side in eternity.

      A Pennsylvania resident for all of his life. He was a truck driver by trade, traveling through every state with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii and also went into Canada with over 6 million miles on his rig(s). He made 113 trips into New York City in one year. His experience started on the family farm hauling in livestock. He was honored for his years of work with Top Oil Company. He also owned and operated his own trucks as he continued in the trucking business.

He had horses all of his life right up until about 90 years old when he considered it safer to no longer handle them. He did everything and anything you could do with a horse. He was involved in pulling, competitive shows at the fairs including driving an 8-hitch team and a three abreast horse hitch team, parades, did weddings and funerals for people and did the wagon rides at Overly Lights in Westmoreland County for years. He missed having the horses but continued to enjoy having a dog by his side or on his lap.

He was a leather craftsman with 76 years experience with making and repairing anything that was leather. He began as a teen keeping harness for the horses and cattle in repair on the family farm and finished the leather journey on this earth making quality belts and gun holsters for people along with doing and sharing many other cherished moments in his leather shop. He loved having friends and family visit. You were treated as family and invited to eat and share anything with him.

            Wayne was a life-long Mason of Shidle Lodge No. 601, Irwin, PA for 72 years, receiving his 70-year pin in 2019 and proud of that acknowledgment. He was also a long-term member of Kecksburg Sportsman Club, Appalachian Wagon Train Association, Fort Allen Antique Farm Equipment Association, National Pike Steam, Gas & Horse Association, Haflinger Registry of North America, Haflinger Breeders Organization, and Tri County Pony, Horse & Mule Pulling Association.

            Survivors include his brother, Norman (Rheta-passed) McLaughlin of Dillsburg, PA; his daughter Laura (Kurt) Butler of Kingsville, OH, daughter Jayne (David) Fincke of Bolivar, PA; six grandchildren, Amanda (Steven) Ott, Sean (Marissa) Butler, Lance (Allison) Butler, and Garrik Butler, Nathaniel and Aubree Fincke; two great grandchildren, Ariana and Kolson Ott; son through marriage William (Bill) (Carol) Swezey, daughter through marriage Sandy (James-passed) Semanek; grandchildren through marriage that he considered his own, Robert (Bobby) Swezey, Joseph (Joey)(Barb) Swezey, Lee Ann (Gary) Sanner, James (Jimmy) (Becca) Swezey, William (Billy) Swezey, Anthony (AJ) (Kirsten) Swezey, Paul (Launi) Swezey. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other extended family.

            He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters Edith (McLaughlin) (Joseph Maxwell) (Kenneth) Schiesser, Mildred (McLaughlin) (Howard) Bossart, Ruth Ann (McLaughlin) (Lloyd) White; two brothers Roy McLaughlin (in infancy), Wilbur (Patricia) McLaughlin; son through marriage Robert (Mary Ann-living) Swezey; a granddaughter through marriage Linda (Swezey) Antolik.

        Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, Oct 23, 2021, at the Long Run Cemetery, Lincoln Way, Irwin, PA, with Pastor Bob Iksic officiating. Read more about Wayne at https://living2bfree.com/dad-pap/

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Ronald S. Williams

1963 - 2021

 Ronald S. Williams departed this life and entered into eternal rest on August 13, 2021, at the age of 57, shortly before his 58th birthday.   

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents Josephine LiPuma Williams and Lawrence G. Williams, brother Joseph L Williams, maternal grandparents Catherine LiPuma and Joseph LiPuma, paternal grandparents Mabel Williams and Walter Williams, beloved aunt and uncle Marion Russo and Gus Russo, and brother-in-law Thomas E. Smith.  

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved companion Donna Melaragno, loving siblings Thomas C. Militano, M.D. (wife Karen),  M. Bryan Williams (wife Rita), Catherine W. Smith (husband Thomas deceased), Lauren A. Roth (husband Don), and sister-in-law Pamela Williams (husband Joseph deceased).  He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.   

Ron was a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, companion and friend.  He will be truly missed by those who knew and loved him.   

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Paschal Baylon Church 10:30 A.M. on Saturday September 11, 2021.  Details will be shared with family and friends.

Susan I Carver

December 7, 1976 - July 13, 2021

Susan Irene Carver (nee Richards), age 44, born December 7th, 1976, went home to be with the Lord on July 13th, 2021 after a long courageous fight with metastatic breast cancer.  

Preceded in death by her parents Ruth (nee Hoffman) & James Richards.  Greatly loved by husband Adam of 22 years and children Joshua, Lauren, and Emma. Beloved daughter-in-law of Janice and the late Pat Carver.  Dear sister-in-law of Justin (Leigh) and Thomas (Kelsey) and loving aunt to Ruby, Patrick, Nora, Annie, and Beau.  Cherished daughter-in-law of Marie Carver (nee Peritore).  She dearly loved her extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins. She considered her close friends like family.

Susan graduated from Parma Senior High School in 1995 and graduated with honors from Cleveland State University in 2000, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education.  She dedicated her work to children as a teacher at Brook Park Elementary for 20 years.  In 2018, her efforts were recognized when she received the Best of Brook Park award.   She was a proud Berea-MIdpark Titan supporter and loved her role as Titans Cheer President.

A private memorial will be held on Saturday, July 17 at 11:00 am.   The service will be available through live stream at https://ofbchurch.org/susan-carver-memorial.  In lieu of flowers cards and condolences may be sent to the family at 6520 Grayfriar Drive, Brookpark, Ohio 44142.  

Agnes Louise Brown

Agnes Louise (Stano) Brown, age 94 passed away July 11, 2021 at Hospice House of the Western Reserve. She was born May 15, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the daughter of Frank Stano and Katerina Chuda. Agnes grew up in Newton Falls, Ohio but lived the majority of her life in Euclid, Ohio.  She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, playing Bingo, baking, and gardening. 

She was married to Richard J. Brown, Sr. for over 49 years until his passing on July 2, 1996. She is survived by her 6 children Richard, Frank (Mary), John, Kenneth, Rosemarie Jusko (David), and Thomas. Grandchildren Michael (Linda), Christopher (Fanny), Jamie Metz (Robert), Colleen, Kenneth (Katie), Joseph (Emily), Monica and Jessica. Great Grandchildren Logan, Colin and Connor, Ariana and Ava, Brandon and Isabelle and her dear nieces Sister Diana Stano, and Patty Ford. She was preceded in death by her brother Paul Stano, sisters, Julie A Kordic, Mary Brown, Ann Vigh, Pauline Salamon, Margaret Stano, and Catherine Bortz, and daughter in law Eileen (Baldwin) Brown.  

There will be no calling hours. Burial will be Monday July 19, 2021 at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon, Oh at 10:30A.M. Please meet at the cemetery entrance off Chardon road at 10:15 A.M.

Laverne Smith

Laverne Smith age 86, of Akron, OH. passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2021. Loving wife of the late Arthur, and children Sue R. Walder, Kelly Shaw (Scott Boyce), Scott (Michelle) Smith. Laverne had 6 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. She enjoyed reading, and loved doing puzzles. Laverne worked at Akron General Hospital, and the Akron Public library. Services for Laverne will be at a later date and time, and to check back on Blessing's website.

Carol Ann Haller

Carol Ann Haller age 74, of Wickliffe, passed away on July 1, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Vivian Erbesnik. 

Carol leaves behind her son, Brian (wife Melissa), and the late Vivian Haller. 

Cherished grandmother of Conor Flanagan, Nick and Andy Haller, Monica English, and Jacob White. 

Loving sister of Barbara Clark (Larry), and Kathy Alexander. Carol was very meticulous on how she maintained her yard earning her Wickliffe’s yard of the year award in 2015, and she was also extremely proud of her grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held Graveside at Perry Cemetery on Saturday July 17, 2021 at 11 A.M. by Pastor Stoney Drain of Painesville Baptist Church.

Delores Jean Price

Delores Jean Price passed away on June 29, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Cherished mother of Shane (Shelly), Shaun (Paula), Shannon (Jason) Malkamaki. Devoted grandmother of Richardo, Asia, Bianca, Kylie (Mackenzie), Tyler, Collin, Daisy, Logan, Caden, Seth, and Cole. Great-grandmother of Aniyah, James, Aminah, Avah, and Benji. Dear sister of George Johnston, Pauline Roncevich, and Ron Johnston. Aunt to many nieces and nephews she loved. Delores loved fast cars, Elvis Presley, and going to the casino with friends. She also enjoyed playing cards, and most of all laughing just spending time with her family and friends. A service will be held at a later date, if you want to check back on Blessing’s website.

Joseph John Doeing

Joseph John Doeing of Painesville, age 38, passed away June 28, 2021 at University Hospital Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland after a month long battle with complications from COVID-19. Joe was born in Painesville to John Jr. and Kathy Doeing.

Joe was a graduate of Riverside High School, where he was a member of the marching band, and Auburn Career Center where he studied to be an Automotive Technician. He worked as an Auto Tech at Snyder's Auto Center in Painesville for many years, and also worked for Buckeye Auto Electric in Painesville. Most recently, Joe was an employed as a Diesel Mechanic at Laketran in Mentor, where he took his job and the safety of the public very seriously. Joe was on medical leave from Laketran battling cancer when he was hospitalized with COVID-19.

Joe loved to roller skate and speed skate as a child, then found a renewed passion for it as an adult. He motivated many people, young and old, to get into skating, and continued to encourage them even after an injury took him out of the sport. He loved to camp with family and friends, and enjoyed fishing and hiking. Joe had a love for racing, whether it was racing figure eight at Painesville Speedway, or RC cars, or just being a spectator, he loved it all. He was a gamer, and enjoyed streaming his games and interacting with people in his live streams. Joe found a lot of support from the gaming community during his battle with cancer. He played many instruments, and enjoyed listening to all types of music, but he especially loved live music. He was a member of the NL Bicycle Club, and he enjoyed cycling, even in the winter. Joe was a sports fan, he always rooted for the Indians, and always loved going to opening day. He was a die hard Detroit Lions fan, but enjoyed cheering on the Browns with his buddies on Sundays with some good food and good beer. Joe was the front man, designated beer drinker and electric rocking chair rider for The Amazing Charlie Baker Boys! Joe was a wonderful husband and father, he had a smile and a laugh that is unforgettable, and he will truly be missed by everyone who knew him.

Joe is survived by his wife of nine years, Molly (Ratcliffe) Doeing, daughter, Sam Doeing, sister, Jennifer Dowd, and faithful furbabies, Rudy and Cooper.

He was preceded in death by his parents John R. Doeing Jr., and Kathy Jo (Lefelhoc) Doeing.

A Memorial Service for Joe will be held on July 16, 2021 at 3:00 PM, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 250 Bowhall Rd. Painesville Township, Ohio. Social distancing and masks are required.

Amber Marie Bailey

Amber Bailey age 26, passed away suddenly surrounded by her family on Sunday June 27th, 2021. She is survived by her loving parents Christopher and Diane Bailey. Her special friend, Jessica Adams.

Devoted sister to Alyssa Tidy (Joshua), Ashlie Bailey, and Kathern Tenerove. Granddaughter of William and Cheryl Bailey, and Carol Anderson. Cherished niece of Bryan Mauser Sr, Laura Anderson, Veronica Fatica (Bailey), and Salvatore Fatica, Dawn Ribich and James Hlabse. Amber leaves behind many cousins including: Bryan Mauser Jr. (Chelsie Rayle), Bradley Mauser, Anthony Mauser, Sophie Fatica, Domiko Anderson, and Angelo Fatica, as well as her many nieces and nephews: Caleb Tidy, Kaiden Tidy, Gabriel Tidy, Bailey Tidy, Skylar Miller, Alton Miller, Mia Parsons, Zoey Parsons, Michael Cogar and Zachary Cogar.

Amber was a loving Aunt, and she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her nieces and nephews, whom affectionately referred to her as “Auntie Moog.” Any chance she got to spend with family or friends, she made the most of it. Amber was fun, loving, and kind. She always helped people when or if she could.

A Memorial Service will be held July 10th from 1:00-5:00P.M.m at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Willoughby. Donations may be made on the gofundme link provided: https://gofund.me/f50b8bf9

Elaine Virginia Martin

Elaine Virginia Martin, age 67, of Mentor, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 24, 2021. Elaine was born in Massachusetts to Arthur and Phyllis Rand. She was a loving wife of 43 years (48 years together) to Reed Martin III; devoted mother of Reed (Stephanie) Martin IV, and Robyn (Adam) Rupp; cherished grandmother of Pierson, Lennon and Arlow Rupp; dear sister of Robert Rand and Bethany Blake, loving sister-in-law of Denise Martin and Debbie Barnick, and dear friend of Marie Kovacich.

She worked for 33 years at Great Lakes Power Products where she retired as Vice President in 2019. Elaine enjoyed vacationing with her family, reading, walking at Holden Arboretum, puzzles, collecting seashells, crocheting, and swimming in her pool. Her greatest blessings in life were her grandchildren.  A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers contributions towards a memorial bench can be made in her name to Holden Forests and Gardens online at https://holdenfg.org/make-an-impact/donate/ .