Obituaries
Johnny Lee Alston Jr
Jul 19, 2025
Our Beloved Johnny Lee Alston Jr, 71, of Lorain, Ohio, was called to be with our Lord July 19th, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by family and loved ones after a lengthy illness.
Johnny “Kang” Alston Jr. was born September 3rd, 1953, to Johnny Lee Alston Sr. and Jane (Ezell) Alston and raised in Choctaw, Alabama. Growing up, Johnny worked as...
Mary Alice Francis
Jul 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our wonderful mother and wife, Mary Alice Francis who peacefully went home to be with the Lord on July 14, 2025 at the age of 92.
Mary was born on February 25, 1933 in Coatopa, Alabama to Spencer and Edna Fenderson. She was a loving mother, devoted wife, cherished sister,...
Eric Eugene Davis
Jul 9, 2025
Eric Eugene Davis, 62, of Lorain, passed away unexpectedly at Mercy Regional Medical Center on July 9, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1962, in Lorain, Ohio, where he remained a lifelong resident.
Eric was a former member of Friendship Baptist Church of Lorain and spent many years working in the field of construction. He was fondly known as "FREEZE"...
Kevin Mann Taylor
Jun 18, 2025
Kevin Mann Taylor, formerly of Lorain, was born to the late Wallace and Beulah Taylor on October 25, 1957, in Lorain, Ohio. Kevin was the fourth of eight children born into a Christian family of love and care. On June 1, 2025, Kevin rededicated his life to his Savior Jesus Christ. On this journey through life, Kevin held many positions...
Bobbie Jean McDonald
Jun 15, 2025
Bobbie Jean (Harvey) McDonald was born on August 14,1937 to the late Watson and Elnora (Lee) Harvey, Sondheimer, LA. After enduring several health issues, Bobbie passed away at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, Ohio on June 15, 2025.
Bobbie joined church at an early age at Union Baptist#2, under Pastor G. C. Cobb where she was active in the Baptist Training...
Cora L Anderson
Jun 11, 2025
Cora L. Anderson (Wilds/Thomas) went home to be with the Lord on June 11, 2025. Cora was born in Hartsville, SC on March 5, 1936. She resided in Lorain for many years. She attended Hartsville High School in South Carolina. Cora worked for the Lorain City School district, retiring after 27 years of service in the custodial department. She was...
Katherine "Nottie" Walden
Jun 9, 2025
Katherine “Nottie” Walden was born June 22, 1938, in Huntsville, Alabama, to the union of Cornelius and Lucy Spraggins. She was a longtime resident of Lorain, Ohio.
Katherine was a founding member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church and served on the Mother Board and Trustee Board, as well as the Ladies Auxiliary, Pastor’s Aide, Kitchen Committee, Senior Choir and was...
Arthur D Mastin
Jun 2, 2025
Arthur David Mastin, age 82, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, following a brief illness. He was born on May 21, 1943, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and had called Lorain home for over 60 years.
Art attended Howard High School in Chattanooga, where he was an active member of the football team. He retired after a long and...
Leshannon Allen Byrd
May 21, 2025
Leshannon Allen Byrd, 50, of Elyria, passed away on May 21, 2025, at Western Reserve Hospice in Westlake after a brief illness.
Born on June 19, 1974, in Lorain, Ohio, Leshannon was a lifelong resident of Lorain County. He had a deep love for music, enjoyed playing cards, and cherished spending time with his family.
Leshannon leaves behind his beloved daughters: Shonta...
David Ammons
May 20, 2025
David Ammons, 66, of North Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, following a sudden illness surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 24, 1958, in Lorain, Ohio, David was a lifelong resident of Lorain County. After graduating from Admiral King High School, he pursued training to become a skilled Auto Mechanic. He dedicated over three decades to...
Beulah M Gilchrist McCaskill
May 19, 2025
Beulah M. Gilchrist McCaskill, 84, passed away at Mercy New Life Hospice on May 19, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. surrounded by her children as she entered into the arms of Jesus Christ.
She was born to Hector and Ruth Gilchrist, of Maxton, North Carolina, on August 10, 1940. She graduated from school at an early age of 16. Later she moved...
Louis Dennis Francis Jr
May 18, 2025
Louis Dennis Francis Jr, age 49, joined the heavenly angels on Sunday, May 18th, and now rests peacefully beside a fishing hole in God's arms. Known affectionately as "Dennis the Menace," he was born in Elyria, Ohio, to the late Louis Dennis Francis Sr. and the late Carolyn E. Francis (née Arnold).
Louis attended Cascade Elementary, Northwood Junior High School, and...
Rowland Turner
May 17, 2025
Rowland Turner, 61, went home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1963, in Sandusky, Ohio, to John W. Turner, Sr. and Ermie L. Turner (Cunningham). Rowland grew up in Sandusky and graduated from Sandusky High School. Not long after, he joined the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his...
Karen Ann Morrow Bodiford
May 12, 2025
Karen Ann Morrow Bodiford, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on December 7, 1953, to the late Lynn Brewer and Victoria Regina Wade-Morrow, Karen’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and unwavering faith.
From a young age, Karen’s vibrant spirit and deep compassion stood out. Raised...
Officer Billie Ray Neadham
May 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Officer Billie Ray Neadham
“Peter”
December 27, 1970 – May 9, 2025
Officer Billie Ray Neadham, affectionately known to many as “Peter,” passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the age of 54. A devoted public servant, beloved family man, and pillar of the Lorain County community, Billie leaves behind a powerful legacy of service, dedication,...
Bridgette Gault
Apr 24, 2025
Visitation will be Friday, May 9, 2025, from 10AM until the time of service at 11AM at Brown-Robinson Funeral Home and Celebration Center, 6075 Middle Ridge Road, Lorain OH 44053
Constance Denise Hicks Beverly
Apr 19, 2025
Constance Denise “Connie” Hicks Beverly, 68, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday April 19, 2025, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Ohio.
She was born July 23, 1956, the daughter of Jack E. Hicks, and Alexine C. (Wilson) Hicks of Sandusky. Connie graduated from Sandusky High School in 1975. She then attended the University of Akron, before returning home.
Connie loved spending time...
(Pastor) Stephanie J Bangura
Apr 19, 2025
Stephanie J. Bangura, a beloved and devoted servant of God, went from labor to reward on April 19, 2025. She passed away peacefully at the age of 80 at her home in Norwalk, Ohio.
Stephanie was born in Goodwill, West Virginia on August 23, 1944, to William Warner Sr. and Dorothy (Mock) Warner.
As Stephanie transitioned through life, she graduated from Park...
Jayzeir Gaddy
Apr 11, 2025
Jayzeir Gaddy, 17, was tragically taken from us on April 11th, 2025. Jayzeir was born May 9th, 2007 to Latoya Atwood and Willie Gaddy, Sr.
Jayzeir was a hard-working young man, his hobbies were playing sports, video games, rapping, and spending time with his family. Jayzeir was a very loving kid. His laughter and dedication will be deeply missed.
Jayzeir and his...
Sophia Mae Juanita Burris
Apr 9, 2025
Sophia Mae Juanita Burris was the last surviving offspring of the late “Patriarch” Christopher McNeal Wilson, Sr., and “Matriarch” Mazzie Foster Wilson. Sophia was born on March 1, 1932 and grew up in Union County, South Carolina. She committed her life to Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Rowell Baptist Church, Union County, South Carolina. Sophia never doubted...
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