All Obituaries

Shirley Ann (nee Schueller) Novak stepped out of the confines of her mortal body early on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. In answer to her prayers, Jesus took her hand and led her home where she joined her beloved husband, Gerald; her son, John; her parents, Victoria (nee Szechnicki) and Sylvester; and brother, James.   Shirley, most recently of Hampton Oaks in Scottsburg, Indiana, was born April 19, 1936, in Lorain, Ohio. A 1954 graduate of Lorain High School, she was active as a school...

Catherine Downie-Gombach Lorain-Catherine Downie-Gombach, 88, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Ames Family Hospice in Westlake, OH. Today we gather not in sorrow, but in celebration of the life of a most extraordinary servant of the Lord, Catherine Downie-Gombach, who walked this earthly realm with grace, compassion, and an unwavering faith. Born on January 15, 1936 in Lorain, Ohio, Catherine was a beacon of His divine light until her peaceful transition to eternal glory on Monday,...

Linda Jean Ritenour Linda Jean (nee Prinkey) Ritenour, 75, of Sheffield Township passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 8, 2024. Linda was born on January 13, 1949 in Normalville, PA. She married the love of her life, Earnest Ritenour, and together they shared a marriage for 56 years until his passing in 2020. She enjoyed spending time with her family and attending church. She worked at Clearview Schools and was a member of the Church of God in Medina, OH. She was...

Dominick Orlando, 92, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at St. John West Shore Hospital. Born on April 18, 1931, in Montenaro, Italy, Dominick's journey led him to Westlake, Ohio, where he lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and kindness. A graduate of Lorain High School's class of 1951, Dominick's thirst for knowledge and his love for innovation propelled him to earn a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Fenn College, now Cleveland State University....

Elyria-Timothy “Tim” Smith, 75, passed away at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Avon, Ohio on Sunday, February 25, 2024 after a long illness. Tim was born on April 14, 1948 in Elyria, Ohio where he grew up.  As an adult, Tim lived in Searcy, Arkansas and Lorain, Ohio before returning to Elyria in retirement.  A proud graduate of Elyria Catholic High School's class of 1966, Tim furthered his studies at Lorain County Community College to advance his career as an...

Jaime “Papito” Sanchez, 95, passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 16, 2024, at his home in Lorain, OH. Born on January 10, 1929, in the town of Utuado, Puerto Rico, Papito’s life was a testament to the power of love, faith, and dedication. Papito’s journey led him to Lorain, where he made a profound impact on those around him. His commitment to family was unwavering, as seen in his loving marriage to Lilly Sanchez, which began on November...

John Charles Riegel, 65, passed away at his home in Amherst, Ohio. Born on December 27, 1958, in Lorain, Ohio, to Donn C. and Elia D. (nee Colella) Riegel. John's life was one marked by dedication, passion, and a quiet strength that endeared him to all who knew him. A proud graduate of Admiral King High School's class of 1977 he remained a resident of Lorain until 1994 when he moved to Amherst for the remainder of his life. His work ethic was unmatched, something that became evident...

Theresa “Tess” (nee Treboniak) Wrzesinski Theresa “Tess” (nee Treboniak) Wrzesinski, 94, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024, with her loving family by her side at her home in Avon Lake, OH. She was born to Anna and Joseph Treboniak on October 23, 1929, in Lorain, OH where she resided until 2014. Tess attended Nativity School and was a graduate of Lorain High School, class of 1947. After graduation she met her husband, John “Johnnie” T. Wrzesinski,...

William “Bill” N. Meszaros,81, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake, Ohio. Born on August 18, 1942, to his loving parents, Elmer W. and Mildred E. (nee Gregory) Meszaros in Cleveland, Ohio. A proud graduate of West Tech High School in 1961, Bill's dedication to his studies and his passion for learning was evident from a young age. His educational journey laid the foundation for a successful career as a maintenance engineer, where...

Robert Wade Berry, known affectionately as “Poppy” to his friends and family, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Lorain, Ohio. Born on March 18, 1935, in Replete, West Virginia, Bob's journey through life was marked by dedication, love, and a spirited sense of adventure. Bob's early years in the rolling hills of West Virginia instilled in him a deep appreciation for the outdoors. This love for nature translated into a lifelong passion for hunting and...