All Obituaries

Linda F. Walker Lorain-Linda F. Walker, 74, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 at her home in Lorain, OH. She was born on October 7, 1949 to her loving parents, Roy and Laura F. (nee Toennies) Walker in Cleveland, OH. Linda was a graduate of North Ridgeville High School and worked for JC Penney in Elyria for many years. She was an avid reader who also enjoyed traveling, shopping, and the theater. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Linda was preceded in...

Mary C. Indre Mary C. Indre, 65, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at home peacefully with her loving family by her side. She was born in Lorain, OH to her loving parents, Benedito L. and Theresa R. (nee Sestili) Johns, on May 24, 1958. Mary was a graduate of Southview High School in Lorain, Class of 1976. She married the love of her life, Larry Indre on June 30, 1984 and together they raised their two daughters. Mary worked for US Steel and Aramark, retiring in 2021. She loved...

Juanita Lucille (nee Gossett) Shelton Lorain – Juanita “Lucy” Shelton, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 17, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 18, 1932 in Butler, PA to her loving parents, Lewis Sr. and Velma (nee Graham) Gossett. She is survived by her children, Tommy Shelton, Tammie (Todd) Zimmerman, Crystal (Mark) Miller, Linda (Ralph) McCue, Susie (Tim) Lacock, and Beverly “Peaches” (Mike) Louthridge; 17...

John Rybarczyk John Rybarczyk, 92, of Lorain, entered into eternal life on November 18, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  John was born in Lorain on October 28, 1931, to the late John and Mary (nee Zelek) Rybarczyk. He was a lifetime member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Lorain where he was active in the Holy Name Society, and served as a Eucharistic minister. He attended Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, after the closure of St. Stan’s. He was a...

Andrew Edward Butti Andrew E. Butti, 89, died unexpectedly at his home, Friday morning, November 10, 2023. He was born to Andrew and Barbara (nee Hornyak) Butti on February 24, 1934 in Norfolk, Virginia while his father was serving in the United States Navy. He lived his entire life in Lorain, OH where he loved living next to Lake Erie. He was an avid Cleveland Guardians and Cleveland Browns fan. During the 2nd World War his dad’s ship was damaged and in California for repairs....

Erica Suzanne Barnard Erica Suzanne (nee Paul) Barnard, 43, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Ames Family Hospice House in Hospice of the Western Reserve in Westlake, OH after a year long battle with Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Carcinoma. Erica graduated from Seabreeze high school in Daytona Beach, FL and was most recently employed by Cross Country Healthcare. The family relocated from Florida to Amherst, OH earlier this year when she then became a member of Nativity of the Blessed...

Ralph Lupinacci Sheffield Township-Ralph Lupinacci, 70, a dedicated servant of his country for 13 years, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in Elyria, Ohio. Born on January 11, 1953, in Lorain, Ralph's life was marked by service, dedication, and an unwavering love for his country. Ralph was a man of great courage and honor, having served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. His service was not just a job, but a calling, a testament to his selfless...

Marie Seronka Lorain- Marie (nee:Drzymala) Seronka, 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 under the care of Mercy New Life Hospice after a brief illness. She was born to her loving parents, Martin and Lottie (nee Kolenda) Drzymala, on September 8, 1931 in New Kensington, PA. Marie graduated from Arnold High School in 1949 and married Joseph Seronka in 1955. They moved from New Kensington, PA to Lorain, OH to raise their family. She was the proud mother of eight children, who loved...

John J. Burns Amherst Twp – John J. Burns, 91, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023 at Denise’s Adult Care Home in Lorain, OH. John was born and raised in Lorain, Ohio on December 17, 1931 to his parents, James and Rosiland Burns. He graduated from Lorain St. Mary’s Academy, Class of 1950. John enlisted in the U.S. Army in January of 1952, serving in the Korean War and he was honorably discharged in December of 1953. He met Patricia Amato in 1954 and they were married...

Lorain- Robert “Bob” Pasquale DeSantis, 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 26, 2023. He was the eldest son of Angelo and Celeste (nee Tamborino) DeSantis, born in Lorain, OH where he was a lifelong resident. He was a graduate of Admiral King High School and continued his education at John Carroll University. Bob worked as the Utilities Director for the City of Lorain until his retirement. He was an avid golfer his entire life, starting at Lorain Country Club in his...