Obituaries

Leroy Hunter Jr

Leroy Hunter Jr

Mar 17, 2024

Leroy Hunter, Jr., 78, of Avon Lake, Ohio, transitioned from this life Sunday, March 17, 2024.He was born December 5, 1945, in Whitfield, Alabama. He was one of 10 children born to Rev. Leroy Hunter, Sr. and Malinda (Walker) Hunter.Leroy accepted Christ at an early age, and he graduated from Kinterbish High School in Cuba, Alabama.June 29, 1968, Leroy married...

Joe Nathan West

Joe Nathan West

Feb 29, 2024

Joe Nathan West, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many, passed away on February 29th, 2024, in Lorain Ohio. Born in Bessemer Alabama on August 12th, 1942, Joe's life was filled with love and laughter that touched the hearts of all who knew him.He is survived by his devoted wife Evangelist Rosa West (McCall) of 46 years; children...

Mariella Anne Worthy

Mariella Anne Worthy

Feb 27, 2024

Mariella Anne Worthy, known to most as “Citas” or “Wooty”, age 2 years old, went home to be with the Father on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital in Cleveland. She was born April 20, 2021, in Lorain, Ohio to parents Anthony Worthy, Jr. and Billie Kopp. Not only was she beautiful with a sassy personality,...

Theodore 'Ted' Mastin

Theodore 'Ted' Mastin

Feb 25, 2024

Theodore Mastin, 85, of Lorain, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 25, 2024, following a brief illness. He was born January 12, 1939, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and had lived in Lorain for over 60 years.

Theodore attended grade school and graduated from Howard High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He retired from the Lorain Ford plant after 35 years...

James L Turner

James L Turner

Feb 24, 2024

James L. Turner, 76 years old, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Autumn Aegis Nursing Home following a brief illness. He was born to the late Eddie L. Turner and Mamie Turner on October 1, 1947, in Lorain, Ohio where he was a lifelong resident. 

James had several different jobs, and he enjoyed being around his family. 

James is survived by...

Arrenza Cox

Arrenza Cox

Feb 23, 2024

Arrenza Cox was born in Tate County (Barr), Mississippi on November 16, 1946 to the late Archie and Tennessee (Cox) Miller. He was a faithful member of the West Looxahoma Church of Christ in Senatobia, MS until he moved to Sandusky, Ohio where he and his family worshiped at the East Parrish Street Church of Christ. He graduated from Tate...

Marietta Massey

Marietta Massey

Feb 23, 2024

Marietta Massey, 59, of Elyria, passed away February 23, 2024, unexpectedly at home. 

She was born January 29,1965 in Elyria, Ohio, where she had lived most of her life. She also lived in Cleveland, Ohio, and Kentucky before relocating back to Elyria. 

Marietta graduated from Midview High School. Following high school, she attended the University of Findlay. She enjoyed traveling, laughing, dancing,...

Jewel E Carlton

Jewel E Carlton

Feb 12, 2024

Jewel E. Carlton (née Smith), 39 again and holding (actual age 81), of Lorain, Ohio, stepped into eternity on Monday, February 12, 2024. She was born in Jenkins, Kentucky to the union of the late Albert and Alice Elizabeth Smith. She was a graduate of Clearview High School, class of 1960. She married Mansfield Carlton and to this union were...

Gaitha Vanessa Johnson

Gaitha Vanessa Johnson

Feb 8, 2024

Gaitha Vanessa Johnson, 65, of Lorain Ohio, passed away on February 8th, 2024, from a long ongoing illness at Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Avon Ohio. 

Gaitha was born on November 18, 1958, to Wilma and Dewey Flanders. Gaitha was a loving mother and grandmother. Her generous heart extended beyond her immediate family, touching the lives of countless others. Gaitha was a...

Timothy Eric Atkins

Timothy Eric Atkins

Feb 2, 2024

Timothy Eric Atkins, 56, of Lorain, sadly departed us on February 2, 2024, in Mercy Regional Medical Center of Lorain following a lengthy illness. 

Timothy was born in Peekskill, New York on August 15, 1967. He graduated from Peekskill High School, Class of 85. He loved listening to music and dancing. 

Timothy’s memory will be cherished by his loving and devoted wife...

Brian Jahoda

Brian Jahoda

Jan 29, 2024

Brian Jahoda, age 55, of Toledo, Ohio, died Monday, January 29, 2024.  Mr. Jahoda was born December 6, 1968 in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Donald F. Jahoda and Loretta J. (Stafira) Jahoda.  

Brian was a mechanic and cook, travelling through the southern states until an accident disabled him in his late 30’s.  Residing in the Columbus...

Robert Lee Bagley II

Robert Lee Bagley II

Jan 27, 2024

Robert Lee Bagley II, 32, passed away on January 27, 2024, in Sandusky, Ohio.

Robert was born July 10, 1991, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Tryna Jones-Bagley and Robert L. Bagley Sr.  Robert developed his unique personality at a very young age; often displaying humor that made people twice his age laugh out loud at any given time.

Upon his mother’s...

Haleigh Elizabeth Brennan

Haleigh Elizabeth Brennan

Jan 25, 2024

Haleigh Elizabeth Brennan, 30, of Texas, formerly of Norwalk, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, January 25, 2024. 

She was born July 7, 1993, in Sandusky, Ohio, and spent all of her childhood in Norwalk. Haleigh played softball during her middle school years and graduated from Norwalk High School in 2011. Shortly after graduation she moved to Houston, Texas. She attended New...

Aubrey Huff

Aubrey Huff

Jan 24, 2024

Aubrey Huff, 76, of Lorain, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024, in Mercy Regional Medical Center of Lorain, following a sudden illness.

He was born January 6, 1948, in Lorain. He was a lifelong resident and graduated from Lorain High School. Following high school, he served in the US Army and was a Vietnam war veteran. He also did a military...

Rachel Davis

Rachel Davis

Jan 24, 2024

Rachel Davis, 89, of Lorain, passed away at home Wednesday, January 24, 2024. She was born in Riley, North Carolina, August 9, 1934, and had been a resident of Lorain for over 60 years. 

Rachel was known for being a caregiver in the community. She was a compassionate and caring person who allowed many people with disabilities to stay in her...

Ronald Nathaniel Chapman

Ronald Nathaniel Chapman

Jan 23, 2024

Ronald Nathaniel Chapman, 59, of Olmsted Falls, formerly of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly January 23, 2024, in University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center following a sudden illness. He was born January 2, 1965, in Lorain, Ohio and had lived in the surrounding areas most of his life. 

Ronald was a former mechanic and welder. He always enjoyed working on cars and working...

Dr. Norva J Ross-Hopkins

Dr. Norva J Ross-Hopkins

Jan 20, 2024

Pastor Dr. Norva J. Ross-Hopkins, MACPC, PCC, LICDC-S, RN, entered this world on January 13th, 1948, in Oberlin, Ohio, born to the loving parents of Jessie May Davis and Kenneth Lowe.  The world bid farewell to this remarkable soul on Saturday, January 20th, 2024.  Dr. Norva Ross-Hopkins shared her life with Chester Ross and, later, William Hopkins Sr. In the...

Oscar D "Big O" Hill Sr

Oscar D "Big O" Hill Sr

Jan 19, 2024

Oscar D. Hill Sr., "Big O”, 67, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on January 19, 2024, at Mercy New Life Hospice in Lorain.  

Oscar was born November 5, 1956, in Lorain and graduated from Lorain High School in 1976. He was very proud of his 34-year career with the Lorain City School District, during which...

Alice V Battle-Jackson

Alice V Battle-Jackson

Jan 16, 2024

Alice V. Jackson passed away January 16, 2024, at the age of 76, in Spencer, Ohio, following a lengthy illness. She was born to the late Rev. Willie B. Battle and Viola Mastin on August 10, 1947, in Huntsville, Alabama. She was one of nine children. Her family migrated from Huntsville, Alabama in 1957 to Lorain, Ohio. She attended Clearview...

Dwayne Lamont Gilliam Sr

Dwayne Lamont Gilliam Sr

Jan 16, 2024

Dwayne Lamont Gilliam, Sr., 45, of Lorain. passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024, in Cleveland Clinic-Main Campus following a short illness. Dwayne was born March 22,1978 in Elyria, Ohio, and had been a life-long resident of Lorain County. He graduated from Admiral King High School in 1997, where he played football as a running back.

Dwayne enjoyed singing, dancing, and listening...

Share by: