Norma Jean Simpson
Feb 24, 2025
Norma Jean Simpson (nee Trippett), 72, of Vermilion, died Monday, February 24, 2025 at Mill Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
She was born June 25, 1952 in Parkersburg, WV and had been a Vermilion most of her adult life, relocating to Michigan for 20 years before returning home to Vermilion 10 years ago.
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Terrance Parker
Feb 22, 2025
Rev. Dr. Terrance I. "Terry" Parker, 77, of Vermilion, died Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Mercy New Life Hospice after a brief illness.
He was born August 9, 1947 in Sandusky, OH to Dr. Lester G. and Florence (nee Bremer) Parker. He graduated from Sandusky High School in 1965 and Capital University in 1969 where he majored...
Donnie Raines
Feb 21, 2025
Donnie Raines, 72, of South Amherst, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 21, 2025, after a brief illness.
Born on September 1, 1952, in Grundy, Virginia, Donnie later made his home in South Amherst for the past 6 years, previously residing in Florence Township and Vermilion.
A proud veteran of the United...
Glen W Brown
Feb 16, 2025
Glen W. “Brownie” Brown, 89, of Birmingham, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Mercy New Life Hospice after a lengthy illness.
Born on December 4, 1935, in Shelby Forest, Tennessee, (Millington, TN). Glen later made Birmingham his home, where he built a life filled with hard work, adventure, and lasting friendships.
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Alan J Zaleski
Feb 15, 2025
Alan J Zaleski, 82, of Vermilion, died Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Mercy Regional Medical Center after a battling illness for several years.
He was born August 12, 1942 and had been a resident of Vermilion for the past 35 years moving from Elyria.
Alan was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marines, serving during...
Michael Alan Taylor
Feb 11, 2025
Michael Alan Taylor, 72, of Vermilion, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Mercy Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
Born on January 23, 1953, in Chicago, IL, Michael made Vermilion his home for the past 25 years after moving from Brunswick. A hardworking and resourceful man, he was self-employed throughout his life, working as...
Andrea Mccarthy
Feb 4, 2025
Andrea McCarthy (nee Kasler), 79, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on January 8, 1946, in Cleveland, OH, Andrea was a proud graduate of North Olmsted High School, Class of 1964. She made Vermilion her home for over 30 years.
A self employed and devoted...
Mary Clay
Feb 2, 2025
Mary Clay (nee Molnar), 106, of Lorain, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Kingston Residence of Vermilion after a lengthy illness.
Born on September 29, 1918, in Vesta No. 6, PA, Mary lived in Cortland for 50 years before moving to Lorain.
Hagiography. Do you know what that means? It is something...
Vae Belle Cayton
Feb 1, 2025
Vae Belle Cayton (née Goodrich), 91, of Vermilion, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Anchor Lodge Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
Born on January 22, 1934, she spent her early years in Rosedale, WV, before making Vermilion her home for over 70 years.
Vae worked as a clerk for Fisher Big Wheel...
Donald Lee Fischer
Feb 1, 2025
Donald Lee Fischer, 82, of Vermilion, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at UH Elyria after a lengthy illness.
Born on February 17, 1942, in Vermilion, Donald was a lifelong resident. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era.
Donald dedicated his career to Wakefield Brass Company, where he...
Mary Marlene Dawson
Jan 30, 2025
The world lost a truly special person, Mary Marlene Dawson, on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Mary passed away after a brief illness at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her beloved family. Mary leaves behind her 4 boys (Rick/Becky, Dale/Michelle, Marvin Jr/Judy, Bob/Gail), her 8 grandchildren (Jordan, Marvin III, Aaron, Jacob, Paul, Andrew, Tyler, Mackenzie), her cherished great grandson, Boone and...
Stacy J Janik
Jan 25, 2025
Stacy J. Janik (née Lozinski), 92, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Mill Manor Nursing Home following a brief illness.
Born on June 19, 1932, in Bislozorka, Krzemieniec, Wolyen, Poland. During the early stages of World War II, Stacy was taken from Russia by nuns and with other displaced children to travel...
Asta Mey
Jan 25, 2025
Asta Nicole Mey, cherished daughter of Adam Mey and Emily Montgomery, passed away peacefully in her mother’s womb on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Fairview Hospital.
Though Asta never had the chance to experience this world, her presence brought an everlasting light to her parents, family, and the friends who surround them with love and support. Her...
Billy Grayson Sandefur
Jan 17, 2025
Billy Grayson Sandefur, 80, of Amherst, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Hero's Harbor Hospice at Louis Stokes VA Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
Born on July 11, 1944, in Jewel City, Kentucky, Bill was a long-time resident of Vermilion before making his home in Amherst for the past 15 years.
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Ruth Dolores Haas
Jan 14, 2025
Ruth Dolores Haas (née Fankhauser), 85, of Vermilion, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Kingston of Vermilion after a lengthy illness.
She was born on February 15, 1939, in Steubenville, OH, and had resided in Vermilion for the past eight years after relocating from Florida.
Ruth dedicated over 20 years of her career...
Larry L. Davis
Jan 12, 2025
Larry L. Davis, 79, of Vermilion, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Mercy Regional Medical Center.
Born on September 25, 1945, in Marengo, Ohio, Larry made Vermilion his home for the past 53 years after moving from Lorain.
Larry dedicated 34 years to his career as a Union Carpenter with Local 212,...
Marie Lence
Jan 12, 2025
Marie M. Lence (née Hamrick), 95, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Mercy New Life Hospice after a brief illness.
Born on March 16, 1929, in Orient, Pennsylvania, Marie had been a resident of Vermilion for many years, having moved from her hometown to build a life full of love, dedication, and...
Johnnie Hugh Kernell
Jan 12, 2025
Johnnie Hugh Kernell, 76, of Vermilion, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Main Street Care Center following a lengthy illness.
Born on February 3, 1948, in Lorain, Ohio, Johnnie had called Vermilion home for the past 50 years, after relocating from Berlin Heights.
A proud veteran, Johnnie served his country in the United...
Annie Lee Fullmer
Jan 11, 2025
Annie Lee Fullmer, 81, of Vermilion, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Mercy New Life Hospice after a brief illness.
Born on July 9, 1943, in Columbia, South Carolina, Annie moved to Vermilion 19 years ago after living in Elyria most of her life.
Annie earned her master’s degree in Non-Profit Organization...
Ronald M Millis
Jan 9, 2025
Ronald M. Millis, 90, a lifelong resident of Vermilion, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Mercy Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.
Born on April 14, 1934, in Vermilion, Ronald proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.
He began his career at Maurer-Wikel Dairy Inc. and...
