Obituaries

Dec 23, 2023

Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Haines (nee Doyle), 66, of Vermilion, peacefully passed away on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023 at Mercy New Life Hospice, following a brief illness.

Born on August 11, 1957, in Memphis, TN, Debbie spent the last 65 years residing in Vermilion, having moved from Memphis during her childhood.

Debbie was a proud graduate...

Dec 22, 2023

James Lewis Smith, a beloved resident of Vermilion, passed away peacefully at Mercy New Life Hospice on Friday, December 22, 2023. He was 91 years old.

Born on September 3, 1932, in Vermilion, James remained a dedicated resident of his hometown throughout his life. He served with honor in the US Navy aboard the USS Coral Sea.  ...

Dec 20, 2023

Mark R. Williams of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, at his home in Vermilion. He was born June 18, 1944, and lived in Vermilion and Fort Lauderdale during his lifetime.

Mark was a Vermilion High School graduate, where he excelled in basketball and was on the ’61 championship basketball team and always noted one...

Dec 14, 2023

Nick Yepko Sr., aged 80, passed away at his Vermilion residence on Wednesday, December 14, 2023, following an extended illness. Born on August 30, 1943, in Lorain, OH, he remained a steadfast resident of Vermilion throughout his life.

A proud veteran, Nick served in the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division during Vietnam. His dedication extended to his...

Dec 9, 2023

Honoring the life of William Sowders, who peacefully left us at the age of 88 on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at his home, after facing a lengthy illness.

Born on September 21, 1935, in Trosper, KY, William made Vermilion his home for most of his life. He spent 32 years at Ford Motor Co., Lorain, in the...

Dec 9, 2023

Charles Gordon Stuart, 68, passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2023, at University Hospitals of Cleveland.  He was a five year cancer survivor and passed away cancer free, due to complications from an elective surgery.

He was born on September 1, 1955, in Clydebank, Scotland, and his family relocated to Vermilion on Christmas Eve in 1963.

Dec 8, 2023

Glen William "Bill" Cutcher, 88 of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 at Amherst Manor Retirement Community, after a lengthy illness.

He was born on March 16, 1935, in Bono, Ohio, and had called Vermilion his home for the majority of his life.

Bill proudly served in the US Navy.

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Dec 5, 2023

Robert E. "Bob" Mey, Sr., 83, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his daughter and son-in-law's residence in Vermilion following an extended illness.

Born on February 17, 1940, in Parma, Ohio, Bob had been a cherished resident of Vermilion for 78 years, moving from Berea. He was a proud graduate of Vermilion High School...

Dec 4, 2023

Bartholomew "Bart" Smith, 56, of Roberts, MT, died Monday, December 4, 2023 at Billings Clinic Hospital  after brief illness.

He was born August 7, 1967 in Amherst, OH, he was a Vermilion high school graduate and moved to Montana after graduating from the University of Idaho with his bachelors degree.

Bart worked fighting wildfires in...

Dec 2, 2023

Philip J Kudela, aged 90, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Kingston of Vermilion, following an extended illness.

He was born on March 28, 1933, in Vermilion, OH, where he cherished lifelong roots.

Philip dedicated himself to serving his country as a pilot in the United States Air Force, retiring with the...

Dec 2, 2023

Jill Marie Cramer-Ott (nee Fitzpatrick), 56, of Norwalk, died Saturday, December 2, 2023 after a brief illness.

She was born March 31, 1967 in Lorain, OH and had been a Norwalk resident for the past 15 years moving from Vermilion.

Jill graduated from Vermilion High School and worked as a cook and server for Ponderosa...

Nov 29, 2023

Mabel Jo Louder (nee Fouts), 54, of Sheffield Lake, died Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Richard E Jacobs Health Center after a lengthy illness.

She was born March 13, 1969 in Whitesburg, KY and had been a Sheffield Lake resident for over 30 years.

Mabel was committed to helping others in her work,...

Nov 25, 2023

Dr. Roger L. Colebrook, 81, of Vermilion, died Saturday, November 25, 2023 at  Anne Arundel Medical Center, Maryland following a brief illness.

He was born June 26, 1942 in Maple Heights, Ohio.He received his undergraduate education at Hiram College and completed his dental training at The Ohio State University in 1967. Dr. Colebrook served as lieutenant in...

Nov 23, 2023

Margaret (Peggy) L. Wallace (nee Glendenning), 88, of Vermilion, died Thursday, November 23, 2023 at Mercy New Life Hospice after a lengthy illness.

She was born September 9, 1935 in Washington, PA and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 64 years moving from Cleveland Ohio.

Peggy worked for Lithonia Downlighting as an Assembler...

Nov 23, 2023

Joanne Olive Wilson (nee Meyers), 85, passed away on November 23, 2023, at Mill Manor Nursing Home in Vermilion after a prolonged illness. Born on November 28, 1937, in Pittsburgh, PA, Joanne had been a Vermilion resident for the past 3 years, having relocated from New York.

Her early talent in singing led her to perform on...

Nov 23, 2023

Judith Ann Riddle (nee Goohs), aged 81, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at her daughter's residence in Delaware, OH, after a lengthy illness. Born on July 8, 1942, in Amherst, OH, she had called Wakeman home for the past 48 years, having moved from Lorain.

Judy was a proud graduate of Amherst High School and...

Nov 21, 2023

Lounelle Prince (nee Wheatley), 96, of Vermilion, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023, after a long period of declining health.

She was born Sept. 6, 1927, in Lexington, Tenn., and had called Vermilion her home for the last 47 years.

In Tennessee, Lounelle went to...

Nov 20, 2023

Tyler Andrew David Lucas II, born November 20, 2023 passed away far too soon on November 20, 2023. He brought immense joy and promise into the lives of his family during his brief time with us.

He was a beautiful baby boy who was surrounded by much love and cherished deeply by his parents and family.

Nov 19, 2023

Janet Miller (nee Brant), 77, of Huron, died Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Fairview Hospital after a lengthy illness.

She was born August 11, 1946 in Sandusky, OH and had been a Huron resident for the majority of her life, moving from Berlin Heights.

Janet enjoyed being outdoors, especially camping, fishing and going to flea...

Nov 19, 2023

James "Jim" A Snell Jr., 72 Years, of Vermilion, died Sunday, November 19th at Amherst Manor after a brief illness.

He was born July 2, 1951 in Lorain, Ohio and had been raised in Vermilion and called it home the majority of his life.

Jim found a love of radio and broadcasting at an early...