All Obituaries

Paul I. Petersen, 73, of Middlefield, OH passed away peacefully at Briar Hill Healthcare Residence in Middlefield Monday morning, July 15th, 2019. He was born in Cleveland, OH on March 27th, 1946 to the late Clifford P. and Sarah (Edgar) Petersen. Paul later married Joyce Swonger February 18th, 1978. He worked previously at National Acme, Ohio Wide, Aramark, and with Pete Howes Auctioneering. It was the job he loved the most with his long-time friend of over 38 years, Pete Howes. Paul liked...

Gerald L. Straw, 63, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, July 13th, 2019 at Briar Hill Healthcare Residence. He was born in Cleveland, OH on November 21st, 1955 to the late Howard and Shirley (Springer) Straw. He later married Donna Addleman on November 23rd, 1974. He was a Supervisor at Speed Selector in Chagrin Falls for over 45 years. Gerald enjoyed showing off his ’86 mustang at car shows. He also loved spending time with his family, especially going...

Karen T. Radzinski (nee Praizner), 67, of Auburn Twp, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, July 11th, 2019. She was born in Cleveland, OH on July 7th, 1952, to the late Frank and Bernice (Sarna) Praizner. Karen is once again reunited with her loving husband of 43 years, Morris Radzinski, who died August 6, 2018. She will be greatly missed by: her children, Chris (Sandra) Radzinski and Michelle (Ben Hall) Radzinski; grandson, Michael Radzinski; unborn granddaughter; brothers, Chris...

Alfred L. Gingerich, 81, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, July 11th, 2019 at UH-Geauga Medical Center. He was born in Burton, OH on May 13th, 1938 to the late Pete J. Gingerich and Emma Schmucker. He enjoyed meeting friends at local restaurants for fellowship, especially Dutch Country. Alfred also liked tinkering with things and spending time with his family. Alfred will be missed by: siblings, Esther (Martin) Miller, Ken (Jacklyn) Gingerich, Cheryl (Curtis) Stump;...

Elijah Samuel Byler, 3, of Champion, OH, passed away suddenly after an incident at his home Monday evening, July 8th, 2019. He was born in Claridon, OH on July 6th, 2006 to John Marc and Mary Ann (Miller) Byler. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be dearly missed by: his parents; younger brother, Abram John Byler; paternal grandparents, Kenny J. and Sarah (Byler) Miller; maternal grandparents, John Henry and Edna Mae (Yoder) Byler; great-grandparents, Jonas V. and Mary...

Patricia E. Dobay (nee Neville), 84, of Geneva (formerly of Orwell), passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, July 6th, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Cleveland, OH on May 4th, 1935 to the late Martin and Margaret Bors. Patricia is now once again reunited with her loving husband of 58 years, John A. Dobay, who died January 14th, 2014. She was well known in the Orwell community as she worked many years at both Davis Hardware and Golden Dawn. She also liked volunteering at...

Alexandra “Alex” Hayley Henderson (nee MacEwan), 59, of Chardon, OH passed away peacefully at her home Monday morning, July 1st, 2019. She was born February 26th, 1960 to the late Thomas and Hannelore (Hennig) MacEwan. She loved spending time with her children and also being a huge supporter of the Geauga Dog Shelter. While volunteering, Alexandra helped care and transport many animals in need. Alexandra will be greatly missed by: children, Adrienne, Miles, and Patrick...

Joshua J. Miller, 12, of West Farmington, passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident Friday evening, June 28th, 2019. He was born in Warren, OH on May 15th, 2007 to Joseph J. and Karen (Troyer) Miller Jr. Joshua was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He will be missed by: his loving parents, Joseph Jr. and Karen; siblings, Joseph Miller III, Maria Miller, Peter James Miller; paternal grandfather, Joseph J. Miller Sr.; step-grandmother, Tillie (Miller) Miller;...

Emma M. Weaver (nee Miller), 88, of Middlefield Twp, passed away Friday morning, June 21st, 2019 at her home. She was born December 1st, 1930 to the late Milo J. and Lydia (Byler) Miller. Emma later married Joseph B. Weaver on February 1st, 1953. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She will be missed by: her loving husband of 66 years, Joseph; children, Lydia (Eli) Slabaugh, Willis (Laura) Weaver, Barbara (Chester) Byler, Anna (Freeman) Yoder, Joseph (Barbara) Weaver Jr., Mervin...

Sandra A. Stump, 69, of Chardon, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, June 16th, 2019 at her home. She was born in Chardon, OH on June 17th, 1949 to the late Harry D. and Rose Ellen (Coyne) Frost. She enjoyed cooking, cleaning, and listening to music. Sandra also liked going to the YMCA, garage sales, and playing her guitar. Her most favorite love though was spending time with her family. Sandra will be missed by: her mother, Rose Ellen; sons, Ron and Thomas Stump; daughter, Shelene...