Obituaries

Aug 17, 2025

We are sad to announce the passing of our mother, Elizabeth Jean Pecsok Dewey Klebe, on 8/17/25. Elizabeth was affectionately known as Betty. She had resided at Kingston Assisted Living where she was treated incredibly well by their caring and amazing staff. She was born on November 21, 1938 to Joseph Allen Pecsok and Florence Elizabeth Bateman Pecsok.

In addition to...

Aug 16, 2025

Linda L. Petrigan (née Mears), 82, of Vermilion, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Stein Hospice.

Born on November 10, 1942, in Dover, Ohio, Linda made Vermilion her cherished home for the past 48 years after relocating from Berea.

A proud graduate of Dover High School and Ohio University, Linda began her career as a buyer for Elder-Beerman...

Aug 13, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Neiding, 68, of Vermilion, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Mercy New Life Hospice as the result of injuries sustained in a car accident.

Born October 12, 1956, in Lorain, Becky was a lifelong resident of Vermilion. She dedicated 24 years to her career as a food services manager with Marriott, retiring in 2016. In her retirement, she...

Aug 12, 2025

Robert A. Michaels, 78, of Sheffield Lake, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born September 6, 1946, in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, Robert moved to Sheffield Lake at a young age and made it his home for the past 67 years.

He dedicated over 30 years to Ford Motor Company in Lorain, working as both...

Aug 12, 2025

Paul D. Habermehl of Vermilion passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

He was born on January 21, 1940 in Augusta, Kentucky. He moved from Kentucky with his wife Carolyn 64 years ago and they made Vermilion their home.

Paul proudly served his country in the United States Marines from 1957-1960. Following his military service he began a career at Ford Motor...

Aug 10, 2025

Judith Anne Mays, MD (née Wicklund), 80, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Kingston of Vermilion after a lengthy illness.

Born, along with her identical twin Joyce, on September 6, 1944, in Duluth, MN, Judy grew up with a deep curiosity about the world and a heart for helping others. She went to the University of...

Aug 7, 2025

John Weber, 81, of Vermilion, died Thursday, August 7, 2025 at UH Elyria Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

He was born July 26, 1944 in Oberlin, OH and had been a lifelong Vermilion resident.

John worked for Glidden Company, Huron as a Cost Accountant for most of his career.

He was a member of The Vermilion Fish and Game for many years....

Aug 1, 2025

Ronnie James Geary, 39, of Vermilion, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Born on April 28, 1986, in Lorain, Ronnie was a lifelong resident of Vermilion. He worked for many years as a landscaper and was most recently employed by Grob Creations, where he took great pride in his creativity and craftsmanship.

Ronnie had a deep love for music, gaming,...

Jul 30, 2025

Mary Jane Neiding, 70, of Vermilion and formerly of Columbus, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Metro Health Medical Center from injuries sustained in a car accident.

She was born on September 7, 1954, in Lorain, Ohio, and had spent the past 51 years living in Columbus before recently returning to Vermilion.

Mary Jane dedicated her career to serving others,...

Jul 29, 2025

John Wesley “J.W.” Christian, 92, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born April 15, 1933, in Blytheville, Arkansas, J.W. moved to Vermilion 67 years ago from Memphis, Tennessee, and had called it home ever since. He graduated from Ramer High School in Tennessee and proudly served his country in the...

Jul 28, 2025

Reverend Joseph Newberry, 85, of Vermilion, went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 28, 2025 at Mercy Regional Medical Center.

He was born May 16, 1940 in Crab Orchard, TN and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 25 years moving from Lorain.

Reverend Joseph retired from Elyria Foundry, where he worked in the storage and pattern department. More importantly,...

Jul 26, 2025

Susan W. Coolidge (née Woolsey), 80, formerly of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Mercy New Life Hospice in Lorain, Ohio.

Born on June 23, 1945, in Youngstown, Ohio, for the past three and a half years, Susan relocated from Florida to Vermilion, Ohio.

A dedicated educator, Susan began her teaching career in Ohio, where she spent...

Jul 12, 2025

Claude Earl Doyle, 98, of Vermilion, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 peacefully at his home following a brief illness.

He was born on February 20, 1927, in Collierville, Tennessee, and had made Vermilion his home for the past 66 years after relocating from Tennessee.

Claude proudly served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany following World War II. A hardworking and...

Jul 9, 2025

Ross Wayne Hoff, 89, of Vermilion, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center following a sudden illness.

Born May 11, 1936, in Lorain, Ohio, Ross was a lifelong resident of Vermilion. He graduated from Vermilion High School in 1954 and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.

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Jul 8, 2025

Hilda Marie Carty (née Collins), age 86, of Vermilion, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at her home after a brief illness.

Born on August 2, 1938, in McRoberts, Kentucky, Hilda had been a resident of Vermilion for the past 67 years, having moved from Coeburn, VA where she grew up.

She dedicated many...

Jul 4, 2025

Denise Jaworski (née Bilancini), 67, of Amherst, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, July 4, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born on March 13, 1958, in Lorain, Ohio, Denise had made her home in Amherst for many years.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Denise is survived by her loving husband of...

Jul 4, 2025

James Patrick Eddy, 61, formerly of Vermilion, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Larchwood Care, Cleveland after a lengthy illness.

He was born on September 15, 1963, in Lorain, Ohio, and was a longtime resident of Vermilion before relocating to Lorain in 2007 due to health concerns. James was a 1983 graduate of Vermilion High...

Jul 3, 2025

Suzanne Bozzi (née Simon), 78, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 3, 2025, after a sudden illness.

She was born on December 27, 1946, in Portsmouth, Ohio, and had been a lifelong resident of Vermilion.

Suzanne dedicated over five decades to her career as an x-ray...

Jul 1, 2025

Gary J. Epling, 74, of Lorain, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

He was born on February 11, 1951, in Sharples, West Virginia, and had made Lorain his home for the past 50 years.

Gary worked as a truck driver for several companies throughout his career,...

Jun 30, 2025

William M. Edwards, 78, of Vermilion, died Monday, June 30, 2025 at Firelands Regional Medical Center Main Campus after a lengthy illness.

He was born January 7, 1947 in Cabell County, WV and had been a Vermilion resident for over 40 years.

William was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Following his military...