Obituaries
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Karl Evan Hoffacker Jr.
Karl “Ponch” Evan Hoffacker Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully on Nov. 18, 2025. Born on Dec. 6, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the beloved son of Karl and Elsie (nee Simmonds) Hoffacker. Karl lived a life marked by faith, curiosity, kindness and a genuine love for people. Karl grew up with a deep […]
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William A. Skinner
William A. Skinner, age 89, of Concord Township, peacefully passed away on Nov. 15, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. Born on Oct. 18, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Harwood N. and Nellie (nee Smith) Skinner, Bill grew up with a strong work ethic and a warm heart that stayed with him throughout his […]
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Paul Smith
Paul Smith, a cherished husband, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on Nov. 5, 2025, at the age of 58. Paul’s life was a testament to his resilience, kindness and unwavering spirit. Paul was the beloved son of Marilyn and Jack Smith (deceased), and brother to Jeff Smith (deceased). […]
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Dorothy A. Freno
Dorothy A. Freno, age 94, passed away peacefully on Nov. 13, 2025, at Holly Hill Skilled Nursing in Newbury Township, Ohio. Born on Jan. 8, 1931, in Rossiter, Pa., she was the sixth of 11 children born to Alexander Roy and Julia (nee Dividock) Roy. Dorothy grew up in Rossiter, where she excelled in school […]
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Richard R. Carroll
Richard R. Carroll, beloved husband and father departed this world on Oct. 21, 2025. Surviving him are his wife of 64 years, Sonia (nee Osborn); and daughters, Anastasia Carroll Benton and Lauren Carroll. Preceding him in death is his brother, Kenneth. Born on Nov. 21, 1930, in rural Ohio, he came by his ethic of […]
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Paul Alan Smith
Paul Alan Smith, of Chester Township, Ohio, passed away on Nov. 5, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 22, 2025, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland. Per Paul’s wishes cremation took place.
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Francis J. Wardega
Francis J. Wardega, age 79, passed away peacefully on Nov. 8, 2025, in hospice care at Burton Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by loved ones during his final days. He was well cared for by the VA hospital during his later years in life. Francis was born on June 29, 1946. He was an altar boy, seminarian, […]
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Robert Joseph Piecenski
Robert Joseph PiecenskiRobert Joseph Piecenski, age 75, passed away peacefully on Nov. 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Feb. 1, 1950, Bob proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for over four years during the Vietnam War. His dedication, strength and quiet perseverance were hallmarks of his life, long […]
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Ann Cherie Doersam
Ann Cherie Doersam (nee Wettstein), age 91, passed away peacefully Nov. 7, 2025, with her children at her side. Born Feb. 27, 1934, to Edmund Fredrick and Ellen Minnie (nee Huff) Wettstein in Cleveland, Ohio, Ann grew up and lived her life in Chardon, Ohio. She graduated from Chardon High School, in 1951, where she […]
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Lois A. Pflueger
Lois A. Pflueger, a longtime resident of the Chardon area, passed away peacefully on Nov. 4, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on July 10, 1947, to Donald W and Shirley (nee Switzer) Pyle, Lois grew up in Northeast Ohio and made her home for 27 years in Chardon, Ohio, previously residing in Mentor-on-the-Lake, […]
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