Obituaries

Aug 30, 2020

The following obituary was provided by the Tobin family:

The Tobin and George families mourn the loss of John Way Tobin (57), Regina George Tobin (58), Graham Connery Tobin (15), and Natalie Anne Tobin (15).  They passed away on August 30, 2020 in Shaker Heights, Ohio.

They are survived by John’s parents, Philip and Joan...

Aug 23, 2020

Charles S. Evans, age 71, died peacefully at his home in Cleveland, Ohio, on August 23, 2020. The son of Myron and Lois (Hall) Evans, Charles was a life-long student of philosophy, attending classes at Hiram College and Case Western Reserve University.

He dedicated his life to helping his family and friends and to writing poetry. Mary...

Aug 18, 2020

Frederick “Rick” D. Reading, beloved uncle and friend to so many, passed away on August 18th, 2020, at the age of 83.

Rick grew up in the Chagrin Falls, OH area and graduated from University School in Hunting Valley, OH. He attended Denison University in Granville, OH and graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH....

Aug 16, 2020

“Nobody knows the will of the Creator, but by the nature of the creation”

- James W. Donald

James W. Donald was born on August 12, 1938, to the late Marion (Kneeland) Donald and the Rev. James F. Donald.  He is survived by his brother David Donald (Carol) and sister Janet Martin.  He is also...

Aug 13, 2020

Meredith Ann Washburn was born in Buffalo, New York on August 4 th , 1963 and subsequently adopted by Knight and Mary Jane Washburn. Meredith graduated from West Geauga High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology at Cleveland State University. Meredith won an award in horticulture in a national contest in St. Louis, MO....

Aug 11, 2020

On August 11th, Nicholas Piks passed away at the young age of 31, leaving us all shaken, saddened, and heartbroken. He cared deeply for many, including his mother Kathleen Piks, his four younger siblings, his fiancé Dana Weiss, and his two loving children, Rosie and George. Nick was a wonderful son, brother, father, friend, and mentor for many. His...

Jul 30, 2020

Davon was born May 31, 2000 at 3:02 am. Ever since he was a little person he always strived to be the best at everything he would do, and this would prove to show later on in life. Davon could play any sport and he would dominate it. He and his big brother Tisean would get together with their...

Jul 27, 2020

Therese passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020 at the age of 43.  "Terry" was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio where she lived her entire life. She is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Kathy.  Terry leaves behind her cherished son Markus, beloved father, Jim, her step mother, Gina, step father, Frank, sisters Margaret, Nicole, Leigh Anne,...

Jul 26, 2020

Elizabeth Perdue, 92, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2020. She was born October 21, 1927 in Birmingham, Alabama to Carrie Dale Brown and John Edward Crawford. She spent her childhood in Tampa, Florida where she attended catholic and public schools. When she was 14 years old, Elizabeth and her brother Thomas, moved to Cleveland with their family. In...

Jul 25, 2020

Charlotte Jean Rom (Fitzsimmons) of Shaker Hts., OH, passed away on Saturday morning, July 25, 2020 at the age of 77.  "Jean" was born in New York, NY and grew up in Closter, NJ.   Jean was the beloved wife of Walter O. Rom.  She was the loving mother of Margaret Silberman (Andrew) and Allison Ritley (Richard) of Shaker Hts.  She was...

Jul 25, 2020

Jean Joan Sacatsh (nee Nelson) age 91 (born May 18, 1929) of Shaker Hts., OH.  Beloved wife of the late John G. Sacatsh; dear sister of the late Roger Nelson (the late Muriel Nelson) of Lafayette, MN; dear sister-in-law of the late Carol Catlin (Robert) of Warren, OH and the late Celia and Frank Skander; aunt to many nieces...

Jul 25, 2020

Martha L. Griffin (nee Price) The beloved wife of Charles E. Griffin, Sr. of Shaker Hts., OH; dear mother of Charles E. Griffin Jr., Todd A. Griffin (Joannie); Carlos E. Griffin and Michelle E. Young (Robert); dear grandmother and great grandmother; dear sister of Howie Price (Terry), Robert Price, Jeff Price (Susan), Mary Kell (David) and the late Craig...

Jul 18, 2020

Calvin D. Chism, Sr. The beloved husband of the late Velma Redd Chism; dear father of Nancy C. Galloway, Calvin D., Jr.; Kelly McMiller, Janaya McMiller and Iris E. Chism; dear grandfather of 16 and Great Grandfather of three; dear brother of 11.

A Private Funeral Service  will be held for family and invited guests on  Tuesday,...

Jul 17, 2020

Our beloved Carol, age 69, passed away on July 17, 2020 at home, comforted by family, after a short but mighty battle with cancer. She leaves behind her loving husband and best friend of nearly 50 years, Scott Dunlop, her adoring daughters, Molly Dunlop Robinson (Ross Robinson) and Emily Dunlop (Morgan Tucker), and her worshipping grandchildren, Trip and Maud...

Jul 16, 2020

Marilyn Lieser Finn of Chagrin Falls, age 87, passed away on July 16th after a years long illness. She and her late husband Rodney delighted in being parents to the late Mary Katherine Gruetner and the late Wendy Joan Stallings, and were so proud of their grandson, Andy Stallings of Springfield, Virginia. Marilyn is survived by her brother John...

Jul 14, 2020

Candace J. "Candy" Lum, age 76 of Chagrin Falls, OH.  Beloved wife of the late Harry W. Lum; loving mother of Chip Lum of Chagrin Falls, Megan Lum Mehalko of Cleveland, David Lum (Julie) of Shaker Hts., sister of Bonnie Cindrich (Bob) of Pittsburgh, Jackie Alestri (Phil) of Hudson, and Debbie Thacker (Bob); dear Grandy to Taylor and Kristen...

Jul 11, 2020

William Mount Carran, Jr. age 89 passed away on July 11 of natural causes. A lifelong Cleveland resident, Bill grew up in Cleveland Heights and graduated from Heights High School. He was born on May 11, 1931 to William Mount Carran, Sr. and Laura Bell Froggett Carran. After graduating from Colgate University, Bill returned to Cleveland and began working...

Jul 9, 2020

Nancy Hayward was a respected and sought after English tutor at Shaker Heights High School for over thirty years.  Her energy, enthusiasm, and devotion to her students were legendary.  She motivated students and staff alike with her kindness, desire for success, and keen interest in their lives.  She was still tutoring until February 2020 because she absolutely loved her...

Jul 5, 2020

James Paxton “Pax” Van Sweringen, 94, of Cleveland, Ohio,  passed away on July 5, 2020 at the McGregor Home in Cleveland. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 31, 1925 to Raymond A. and Grace G. Watkins Van Sweringen.

Pax grew up in Buffalo, NY. He graduated from Amherst High School in Snyder, NY in 1943. In 1945,...

Jul 5, 2020

Carmel Bryan Whiting, 96, passed peacefully on Sunday, July 5th, in Beachwood, Ohio.

Born March 2, 1924 in Washington, DC. She was the only daughter of Sarah and Samuel Bryan, graduating from Paul Dunbar High School. She attended Howard University where she met her husband of nearly 50 years, Elmer J. Whiting, Jr., marrying in 1946. Carmel...