Obituaries

Nov 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we are announcing the passing of Raymond E. Wilson, age 80, of Mentor, Ohio. He passed away on November 14th, 2024 with his daughters by his side. He was born February 18th 1944 in Webster Springs West Virginia.

He was the loving father of Michelle Carter, Allison Molesky, and Courtney...

Nov 12, 2024

Ruth Allen Hanawalt, born on January 27, 1925, in Green, Ohio, passed away on November 12, 2024, in Sagamore Hills, Ohio. Ruth was a dedicated mother to her four children and a passionate individual who embraced life with vigor and warmth.

Ruth's journey was marked by her love for reading, traveling, genealogy, and making new...

Oct 25, 2024

Services for Ruth Marie (Mohr) Christofer, 97, of Mentor, will be at 10 AM on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Mentor United Methodist Church, 8600 Mentor Avenue, Mentor.

The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

Mrs. Christofer...

Oct 23, 2024

James Esker Lemons III, affectionately known as Jimmy, Poncie, Esky, and The Tin-Man passed away at his home in Kirtland on October 23, 2024.

He was born November 8, 1959 in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Jimmy dedicated many years of his life to working as a machinist, ultimately retiring from Imperial Electric....

Oct 21, 2024

Private family services have been held for David E. Ceboll, 76, of Willoughby.

Mr. Ceboll passed away Monday, October 21, 2024.

Born August 23, 1948 in Cleveland he was a longtime Lake County resident, having lived in Mentor, Willoughby and Willoughby Hills, returning to Willoughby in 2000.

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Oct 19, 2024

August 22, 1971 – October 19, 2024

Billy passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 19, 2024.

He was born and raised in Willoughby and attended Willoughby South High School.

Billy loved fishing, hunting, camping and eagle watching.

He is survived by his children,...

Oct 18, 2024

Robert “Bob” Pavli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at David Simpson Hospice House on October 18, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1950.

Bob is survived by his devoted spouse of fifty two years, Mary Ann (Cordiano)Pavli, and their three cherished children; Dawn Hridayashri Pavli (Prasadachitta Branbury), Sharon...

Oct 17, 2024

A celebration of the life of Zachary Robert Brunkala, 24, of Eastlake, will be held from 4-8 PM on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

Zac passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Born August 2, 2000 in Willoughby, he was a lifelong Lake...

Oct 16, 2024

Services for Raqueal V. Seymour, 37, of Mentor, will be at 7 PM on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM on Wednesday, prior to the service.

Raqueal passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

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Oct 13, 2024

Memorial services for Ronald A. Brettrager, 87, of Kirtland, will be at 3 PM on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

The family will receive friends from 2-3 PM on Thursday, prior to the service.

Mr. Brettrager passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024.

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Oct 13, 2024

Marjorie Lee Bixel (nee Wells) of Willoughby, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, with her children by her side.

Midge graduated from the former Willoughby Union High School, class of 1956. It was there that she met the love of her life, Lanny Bixel. They married on November 24, 1956 and had 64 wonderful...

Oct 12, 2024

Services for Anna Frances (Cook) Bush, 85, of Mentor, will be at 7 PM on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM on Friday, prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Bush passed away Saturday, October...

Oct 10, 2024

Funeral services for Kimberly Patrice Schmidt, age 64, former wife of Kenneth, mother of Gary, Karl, and Kurt, and sister of Chris will be at 10 AM Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 37728 Euclid Avenue, Willoughby. Family will receive friends from 4-8 PM Wednesday at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby. Final resting place will...

Oct 6, 2024

Willard R. “Chuck” Humphries

Services for Willard R “Chuck” Humphries, 91, of Mentor, will be at 11 AM on Friday, October 11, 2024 at Mentor Baptist Church, 7500 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor.

The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby....

Oct 5, 2024

A celebration of life for Marlene Frances Miller, age 90, will be at 10:30 AM on Monday, October 14, 2024 at St. Hubert Episcopal Church, 8870 Baldwin Road, Kirtland Hills, Ohio.

Family and friends were everything to Marlene. She was the most kind, generous, and loving soul who touched the lives of so many. Marlene...

Oct 4, 2024

Celebration of Life for Douglas E. “Satch” Miller Sr., 67, of Lakeline, will be held at a later date.

Doug passed away October 4, 2024 in Willoughby. Born July 5, 1957 in Euclid, he spent the majority of his life in Lake County.

Doug was always a hard-working man. He loved music, fishing, gardening, grilling...

Oct 2, 2024

Katherine B. (Barnett) Fuller, 96, of Willoughby, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

The family will receive friends from 4-7 PM on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby.

Born January 29, 1928 in Santa Ana, CA, she was raised in Shelbyville, KY and...

Sep 30, 2024

Laverne K. Miozzi, 88, of Willoughby, went home to be with her Lord and Savior September 30, 2024, in her daughter’s home. Born in Cleveland on October 21, 1935, she was the beloved daughter of Elmer and Stephanie Novacek, and a devoted sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

A master homemaker, Laverne filled her life with love for...

Sep 28, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial for Patricia A. [nee: Goga] Roniger, age 88, will be at 11 AM on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Saint Cyprian Ctholic Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Road, Perry. The Rev. George Kusy will officiate at the Mass.

The family will receive friends from 10-11 AM on Saturday, prior to the...

Sep 25, 2024

Memorial services for Allen R. Paden, 90, of Willoughby, will be at 10 AM Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Ave., Willoughby.

The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Friday, October 4, 2024 at the funeral home.

Allen passed away peacefully September 25, 2024 in Mentor. He...