Obituaries
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...
Min. Beverly Jo Wiggins
Apr 8, 2025
Minister Beverly Jo Wiggins, 70, of Lorain, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, following a lengthy illness in The Normandy Nursing Home in Rocky River, Ohio.
Beverly was born on November 15, 1954, in Abernant, Alabama. She moved to Lorain, Ohio at a young age. She graduated from Admiral King High School class of 1973. After graduating she continued her...
Lynnette Phillips
Apr 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lynnette Phillips aka “Red” our beloved mother, NaNa, daughter, sister, niece, cousins, and friend. She passed away peacefully at the age of 49 on April 5th, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Lynnette was born on December 26th, 1975 in Luverne, Alabama to Michael Harris and Lynne Phillips....
Tatanisha Hough
Apr 5, 2025
Tatanisha Hough, 54, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Avon Cleveland Clinic. Tatanisha was born March 31,1971 in Lorain, Ohio where she was a lifelong resident.
Tatanisha graduated from Admiral King High School. After graduating, she attended Lorain County Community College where she received her nursing degree. She was a registered nurse at Maxim...
Dorothy Mae Crawley (née Capers)
Apr 4, 2025
Dorothy Mae Crawley (née Capers), 69, of Columbus (formerly of Oberlin), passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Pickerington Methodist Hospital following a sudden illness. Dorothy was born January 24, 1956, in Lorain, and spent most of her life in Lorain County.
Dorothy retired from the dietary department of EMH Regional Medical Center in Elyria,...
Phyllis J Russell
Apr 1, 2025
With profound love and gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Phyllis J. Russell on April 1, 2025, following a lengthy illness. Born in Lorain, Ohio, on August 20, 1951, and a longtime resident of Elyria, Ohio, Phyllis leaves behind a powerful legacy of faith, family, friendship, and resilience.
Phyllis was the devoted mother of Kellie J. Bowen,...
Eric Dusty Brown Jr
Mar 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts, our beloved Eric Dusty Brown Jr. passed away peacefully on March 30th, 2025. Eric, best known as “EB or E”, was born September 18, 1979, in Elyria, Ohio at Elyria Memorial Hospital. He resided in Lorain, Ohio where he worked as a Cook. A loving and devoted family man who loved life.
EB took a lot...
(Mother) Lois Louise Folmar
Mar 29, 2025
Lois L Folmar, age 92, of Lorain, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2025.
She was born in Edna, Alabama and graduated in 1951 from Kinterbish High School in Cuba, Alabama. After high school she moved to Elyria, Ohio, and then on to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She eventually returned to Elyria. and years later she met and married Billie J Folmar. In...
Rosemary Hisle
Mar 25, 2025
Rosemary Hisle, 84, of Lorain, passed away March 25, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Rosemary was affectionally known as “Rosie”. She was born January 18, 1941, in Lorain, where she was a lifelong resident. She graduated from Lorain High School in the class of 1959. While in high school she was in the orchestra where she was...
Paul Fritz McDowell Jr.
Mar 24, 2025
Paul Fritz McDowell Jr., son of the late Paul Sr. and Betty Jean McDowell, was born on September 18, 1947, in Lorain, Ohio, and passed away peacefully at home on March 24, 2025, at the age of 77. A proud Vietnam War veteran, Paul lived a life rooted in service, strength, and quiet compassion.
He worked at U.S. Steel before dedicating...
Gene Oscar Madison
Mar 19, 2025
Gene Oscar Madison was born on June 27, 1954, and throughout his 70 years of life, he embodied strength, adventure, and unwavering dedication to his family, friends and community.
Gene was a man of many accomplishments and passions. A graduate of Elyria High School, he excelled both academically and athletically, setting the stage for his children and grandchildren. Upon graduation Gene...
Alonzo Warrell Kelvin Tidmore
Mar 17, 2025
Alonzo Warrell Kelvin Tidmore, infant son of Dominic Joseph Tidmore and Oneisha Octavia Monique McCoy, transitioned on March 17th, 2025 after a brief life of 16 days.
He is survived by one sister and three brothers: Alana McCoy, Dominic II, Lorenzo Tidmore, and Gionni Tidmore; his maternal grandparents, Shasta Stephens, and Angelo McCoy; paternal grandparents, Nichole Fantauzzi, and Kelvin Tidmore (Kelly);...
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