All Obituaries

Samuel “Sam” H. Graves, 71, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at Admiral’s Pointe Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 28, 1954, in Lorain, Sam was the beloved son of the late Unav (Enix) Graves and Jay W. Graves. Sam proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War Era, attaining the rank of Specialist E4. Following his military service, he dedicated many years of hard work as a supervisor at Westport Axle. Sam ...

Bobby Joe “Pops” Pinkerton Bobby Joe Pinkerton, lovingly known as “Pops,” passed away on May 5, 2026, in Elyria at the age of 80. He was born on April 9, 1946, in Arkansas to the late Pearl May (Carlisle) Pinkerton and James Eli Pinkerton. Bobby was a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cherished his family above all else. He will be remembered for his kind heart, quiet strength, and the love he shared with those closest to him. Known ...

Debra J. Fisher, 74, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and devotion to family. Born on July 23, 1951, in Lorain, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mary (Simeonoff) and Richard J. Fisher. Debbie was a lifelong member of Lorain Lighthouse United Methodist Church, where her faith and sense of community were deeply rooted. After high school, Debbie worked at Lorain Product until its closure.  She ...

The world became a little quieter on April 26, 2026, when Rita Louise Rosso, age 74, left us. To know Rita was to know warmth, humor, and a rare kind of steadiness. She had a gift for making ordinary days feel meaningful-often with a joke delivered at just the right moment or a smile that could soften even the hardest day. Born in Florence, Ohio, Rita built a life rooted in love, optimism, and genuine connection. She remained positive no matter the situation, always choosing to look for the ...

Bart Wayne Able, 67, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to his family. Born on July 23, 1958, in Elyria, Ohio, Bart was the son of the late Doris Marie (Kavella) Able and Guy G. Able. He spent much of his life in the Elyria and Lagrange, Ohio communities, where he built lasting friendships and a strong reputation for his dedication and integrity. Bart was the proud owner of Advanced Systems Cabling in Lagrange, Ohio, where his work ethic and ...

Sal Weingarten, 77, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on April 5, 2026 in University Hospital after complications from a stroke. Born in Rehau, Germany in 1948, Sal immigrated to the United States as a toddler and built a life defined by dedication to his family and his profession. He was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Izak Weingarten, holocaust survivors. Sal was a proud graduate of Lorain High School, Class of 1966, and went on to earn his undergraduate degree from Kent State ...

Nancy Irene McCartney, age 72, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, attended by her loving family. Nancy was born on March 13, 1954, in Lorain, Ohio, to Robert and Geraldine (“Judy”) McCartney (née Cecil). She graduated from Admiral King High School in Lorain and Baldwin-Wallace College, where she studied business. She was previously employed at Davy McKee Corp. and Key Bank, and she recently retired from AmTrust. Nancy enjoyed reading, taking walks, ...

John Martin, age 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 17, 2026 and was released to the care of his loving daughter. He was born on April 26, 1940, in Budapest, Hungary, the son of the late Maria (Kellner) and Janos Martin. John built a life defined by dedication and hard work. He was employed as a machine operator at TRW Nelson Stud in Elyria, Ohio, where he was known for his strong work ethic and reliability. Outside of his work, John valued family above all and cherished the ...

Christine Mary Anne Premura was born on October 30, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, a beloved daughter of the late Janet Therese (Janashak) Agapetus. She lived a life centered on love, generosity, and family, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her. Christine dedicated many years of her professional life working in Accounts Receivable at Blue Ribbon Meats. Outside of work, she found her greatest joy in caring for others. She loved cooking for friends and family, sharing meals that brought ...

Grace Yenni, 90, of Lorain, Ohio, passed away on February 21, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family and the memories of a life beautifully lived. Born on January 7, 1936, in Hackney, London, England , Grace was the cherished daughter of the late Annie (Baster) and George William Dalton. From her earliest days in London to the home she built in Lorain, Ohio, Grace carried with her a gentle strength, a generous spirit, and a deep devotion to family and community. Grace dedicated 25 years ...