Obituaries
Larry Darnell Gage
Sep 2, 2026
Larry Darnell Gage, 76, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, September 02, 2026. He was born on Monday, August 07, 1950, to parents Willa Mae and Eddie Gage Sr.
Larry, as he was known, was a lifelong resident of Lorain, Ohio and graduated from Admiral King High School. He was employed and a retiree from Lorain Ford Motor Company with...
Marsilles LeBron Mastin
Sep 5, 2026
Marsilles LeBron Mastin, affectionately known as "Celly," of Lorain, Ohio, passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 20. His life was tragically cut short as the result of a senseless act of violence, leaving his family, and friends heartbroken.
Born on September 16, 2005, Marsilles brought joy, laughter, and love to those fortunate enough to know him. While...
Portia Smith-Mayle
Aug 30, 2026
Portia Smith-Mayle, 78, was born in Grindstone, Pennsylvania, and was raised in Lorain, Ohio. She was the beloved daughter of the late Raymond Sr. and Anna Smith. From an early age, Portia was known for her caring spirit, determination, and love for her family.
Portia graduated from Admiral King High School and continued her education at Lorain County Community College, where...
Minnie E Taylor
Aug 30, 2026
Minnie E. Taylor, 70, of Lorain, Ohio, peacefully departed this earthly life to join her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Born on December 30, 1955, in Elyria, Ohio, to the late James and Mary Metcalf, Minnie lived a life defined by extraordinary grace, selfless service, and boundlessly deep devotion to her family and faith.
An accomplished academic, Minnie...
Jerry White Sr
Aug 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Jerry White Sr., who departed this life on August 20, 2026, at the age of 74.
Through his rebirth in Christ, Jerry became a loving father, proud grandfather, and a humble man of faith whose life was a testament to love, perseverance, and redemption. He carried himself...
Markier Sudan Castile
Aug 19, 2026
Markier Sudan Castile, 24, of Sandusky, Ohio, passed away on August 19, 2026, at MetroHealth Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Affectionately known as “Mark”, Markier was born on April 9, 2002, in Sandusky, Ohio, where he was a lifelong resident. He graduated from Sandusky High School with the Class of 2020. Venturing off in the automative and factory industry.
Markier was...
Silas Clayton Henry III
Aug 16, 2026
Silas Clayton Henry III, 17, of Lorain, formerly of Elyria, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Silas, affectionately known as “Papa” and “Boo,” was born on October 28, 2008, in Lorain, Ohio, and spent most of his life in Elyria.
Silas was a senior at Lorain High School, where he was an honor roll student. He enjoyed playing basketball and...
Marc Leviticus Taylor
Aug 16, 2026
Marc Leviticus Taylor, 18, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Affectionately known as “Marcie,” “Rakks 100,” and “Scazy,” Marc was a lifelong resident of Elyria. He was a proud member of the Elyria High School Class of 2026, where he graduated with honors. During his high school years, Marc consistently achieved High Honor Roll recognition and was...
David Robert Anderson
Aug 15, 2026
Wise beyond his years, father to the neighborhood, and an undocumented music aficionado, David Robert Anderson was truly one of a kind.
Born in Elyria, Ohio on January 25, 1948, David was always a force to be reckoned with. After graduating from Midview Schools, David was determined to build a life that he could be proud of and in 1968 he...
Stephanie R Shelton-Perkins
Aug 11, 2026
Stephanie Renee Shelton-Perkins, 68, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away August 11, 2026, at her home with dozens of her family members present, after years of heroic and fearless fighting with cancer.
Stephanie was born on October 27, 1957, in Elyria, Ohio, and lived in Elyria all of her life. She was a member of Heart of God Kingdom Church in Lorain....
Mildred V Millette
Aug 8, 2026
Mildred Veronica Millette (née Hardie), 96, of Oberlin, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on August 8, 2026.
Born on December 1, 1929, in Guaro, Cuba, to father Hylton Hardie and mother Inez Hines, Mildred spent her formative years in Jamaica, where she taught English and worked at a travel agency. On Boxing Day in 1958, she met her future...
Linda Kay Tarpley
Aug 6, 2026
“My name is Linda Kay and…”
If you know how that sentence ends, you truly knew Linda Kay Tarpley.
Sophisticated, sharp, and steadfast, Linda was a force. On August 6, 2026, she departed this earth to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion that will remain for many years to come.
Born to Willie and Florine Townsend in...
Diane Denise Smith
Aug 4, 2026
Diane Denise Smith, 65, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family following a lengthy illness.
Diane was born on September 22, 1960, in Lorain, Ohio, to the late Arthur R. Smith and Leola Smith (née Griffin). She was a lifelong resident of Lorain and attended Lorain High School.
Diane enjoyed...
Desimen Tyreon Smith
Aug 2, 2026
Desimen Tyreon Smith, 27, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Desimen was born on March 14, 1999, in Lorain, Ohio, where he was a lifelong resident. He was a graduate of Lorain High School. Desimen worked in construction and was a proud member of Laborers Local Union 860. He enjoyed listening to music and spending time...
Zenobia Eloise McNeil
Aug 1, 2026
Zenobia Eloise McNeil, 75, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, following a brief illness.
Zenobia was born on February 8, 1951, in Lorain, Ohio, to the late Bobby and Juanita McNeil. She was the oldest of three siblings. She attended Lorain High School and, after graduating, continued her education at Lorain Community College, where she earned degrees...
Shirley Kay Marie Brown
Jul 31, 2026
Shirley Kay Marie Brown, 60, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Shirley was born in the city of Lorain on March 19, 1966. She was known for her warm spirit and generosity. She enjoyed spending time at the cassino and listening to Reggae music. Shirley also enjoyed spending quality time with her family, cooking, and hosting parties.
Shirley...
Mary "Bit" Frances Beard
Jul 27, 2026
Mary “Bit” Frances Beard, 74 of Lorain, Ohio, passed away Monday, July 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at Mercy Regional Medical Health Center.
Mary was born in Tennessee on September 19, 1951. The family later moved from Tennessee to Detroit, Michigan, where she lived for several years before relocating to Lorain, Ohio.
Mary graduated from Admiral King High School in...
Yokita M Thomas
Jul 23, 2026
Yokita M. Thomas, née Willis, 62, peacefully gained her wings on Thursday, July 23, 2026, following a brief illness at Fairview Park Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.
Born on November 16, 1963, in Lorain, Ohio, Yokita was the beloved daughter of the late Joe and Mary Willis. Affectionately known as "Kita" by family and friends, she was raised in Lorain, where she...
Danny Eugene Scott
Jul 20, 2026
Danny Eugene Scott, 71, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away following a brief illness on July 20, 2026, at Mercy New Life Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.
Danny was born on September 2, 1954, in Elyria, to the late James Scott Jr. and Della Mae Scott (née Atkins).
Danny graduated from Admiral King High School in Lorain, Ohio, with the Class of...
Cassandra Jeanette Townsend
Jul 17, 2026
Cassandra Jeanette Townsend, 70, departed this earthly life to be with the Lord on Friday, July 17, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born February 5, 1956, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Willie and Florine Townsend.
She grew up in Lorain, Ohio, and graduated from Admiral King High School in 1974. She had a lengthy career with Ford Motor...
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