Obituaries
Deborah Hall
Dec 2, 2025
Deborah Hall, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, entered into eternal rest on December 2, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on August 11, 1950, to her late parents, Mitchell Hall and Artie Mae Hall. Proudly a “Chi-Town girl,” Deborah carried her Chicago roots with her everywhere she went....
Jeannette Byrom
Nov 27, 2025
With profound love and deep sorrow, the family of Jeannette Byrom announces her peaceful transition from this earthly life on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025. Jeannette embraced life with generosity, compassion, and unwavering dedication to those she loved and served.
Jeannette lived a life marked by purpose. She found joy in meaningful things such as cooking meals that brought loved ones...
Velma Jackson Davis Casteel
Nov 29, 2025
Velma Jackson Davis Casteel was born August 14, 1927, in Burkville, Alabama to Johnny and Dynah Jackson. She transitioned from this life on November 29, 2025, at home with her loving, devoted family by her side, at the seasoned age of 98 years old, in Temple Hill, Maryland. She relocated to Maryland in August of this year.
Velma worked at the...
Jina (Williams) Kaiser
Dec 4, 2025
Jina Kaiser (Williams), age 38, of Sandusky, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Jina was born on October 16, 1987, in Amherst, Ohio with a heart big enough to hold everyone around her. She attended Sandusky High School and later earned her GED. She worked with pride at K & K Interiors as a picker and also served...
Lora Ann Jones (Cabbil-Helm)
Dec 1, 2025
Lora Ann Jones entered this world on December 18, 1964, in Elyria, Ohio, and peacefully transitioned on December 1, 2025, in Cleveland. A devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Lora lived a life rooted in love, service, and community.
She is deeply cherished by her children, ShaLamar Helm, Tanisha Lovett-Helm, Brittany Lovett, LaTara Helm, and Everson Ryan Jones; her husband,...
Darek Maurice Harvey Sr
Nov 25, 2025
Darek Maurice Harvey Sr., age 54, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away on November 25, 2025, at New Life Hospice of Lorain, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 3, 1971, in Lorain, Darek was a lifelong resident of Lorain County. He was a former member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church of Lorain and was most recently employed with TruGreen...
James Robert Adkisson
Nov 22, 2025
James Robert Adkisson, age 85, of Lorain, peacefully transitioned from this life on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 18, 1940, in Milan, Tennessee, James graduated from high school before relocating to Lorain by train to live with his older brother and sister-in-law. He went on to build a long and dedicated...
Joe Nathan Lewis
Nov 16, 2025
Joe Nathan Lewis was born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 19, 1936, and passed away on November 16, 2025, at Avon Cleveland Clinic.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Mary Lewis; brothers, Author and Edward Lewis; sisters, Geneva, Lucille, Edith, Bertha, and Roberta; and his beloved children, Rhonda Lewis (affectionately known as “Coodles Woodles” or “C.W.”) and...
Ephon Roy Hurst
Nov 15, 2025
Ephon Roy Hurst, age 78, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness.
Born November 13, 1947, in Eastman, Georgia, Roy was the son of the late Othafus and Eunice Hurst (née Bozeman). He graduated from Peabody High School in Eastman, Class of 1966. Shortly after, he...
Fannie Mae Payne Tinsley
Nov 12, 2025
Fannie Mae Payne Tinsley, age 70, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic after courageously fighting an illness. Born on December 15, 1954, Fannie was a lifelong resident of Lorain and a beloved presence in her community.
A devoted woman of God, Fannie was a former member of New Hope Baptist Church in Lorain,...
Nathanyell N Clayton Sr
Nov 12, 2025
Nathanyell Nate “Redd” Clayton Sr., age 43, of Elyria, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Born August 8, 1982, in Lorain, Ohio, Nathanyell had been a resident of Elyria for the past 17 years. He worked in maintenance and loved working on his dream car. He also took pride in landscaping and caring for his yard, and...
Juan Ray Hamlin
Nov 10, 2025
Juan Ray Hamlin, 41, of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2025, at Mercy Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Elyria, Ohio, on November 11, 1983, Juan was the son of the late Spencer Allen Hamlin Sr. and Delora Ann Hamlin (née Brown). He graduated from Admiral King High School with the Class of 2003.
Juan was...
Dempsey Hogan
Nov 8, 2025
Dempsey Hogan, 97, of Lorain, Ohio, departed this life Sunday, November 8th, 2025, after a short hospice care at Main Street Care Center-Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus in Avon Lake, Ohio. He was born July 6, 1928, in Junction City, Arkansas.
Dempsey was a Mason and a very proud U.S. Korean War veteran with active service duty in South...
Donald Ray Hitchens
Nov 5, 2025
Donald Ray Hitchens, of Lorain, passed away November 5, 2025, following a lengthy illness in New Life Hospice surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was born January 30, 1955, in New Orleans, Louisiana, but had been a resident of Lorain for most of his life. He graduated from Clearview High School in Lorain where he was also inducted to the Sports...
Kimberly Michelle Hitchens
Nov 5, 2025
Kimberly Michelle Hitchens, 53, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic’s main campus following a brief illness.
Born on July 12, 1972, in Lorain, Kimberly was a lifelong resident of the city she loved. A proud 1991 graduate of Clearview High School, Kimberly was known for her deep devotion to family. She found joy in...
Michelle Lynn Peoples
Nov 3, 2025
Michelle Peoples was born March 18, 1981, to her parents Mr. Layette (“Nick”) Peoples and Mrs. Sally M. (Jones) Peoples. She was preceded in death by her father “Nick” and her older brother, Kenneth N. Peoples.
Michelle confessed her belief in Christ at an early age in life and united with Jones Chapel AME Church in Elyria, Ohio. Prior to her...
Bobbie Holston Jr
Oct 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Bobbie Holston Jr
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bobbie Holston, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed from us on October 29, 2025.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Kim Holston, and his beloved children: Shona Rose, Erik Holston (with Kim), Damon Holston (with Shasta), Bobbie Holston III...
Damon Maurice Tillman
Oct 28, 2025
Damon Maurice Tillman, age 63, formerly of Elyria, Ohio and most recently of Hephzibah, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2025, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, GA.
Born in Elyria, Ohio, Damon was the son of the late Hosea Partlow Sr. and Ella Louise Tillman. He graduated from Elyria High School in 1980, where he was a standout athlete in...
Bishop Franklin Isaiah Huddleston
Oct 26, 2025
Bishop Franklin Isaiah Huddleston, affectionately known as “Frank”, was born on March 12, 1939, in Lorain, Ohio, to Claude and Nioven Vella Huddleston.
Franklin lived a full and vibrant life, guided by faith, family, and a deep appreciation for simple joys. He loved music and sports, found relaxation in painting houses, and took pride in his collections of stamps, coins, and...
Rochelle Lee Smith
Oct 25, 2025
Rochelle Lee Smith of North Ridgeville, Ohio made her transition on Oct. 25, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on August 1st, 1958, in Cleveland, Oh. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Carol Dumas and her father Lewis Clyde Smith. Rochelle graduated from Lutheran East High School in Cleveland Heights and later attended...
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