obituaries

Recent obituaries in Ashtabula, Ohio.

The obituaries in the Ashtabula, OH area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy.

Harry "Bud" Seabright

Harry "Bud" Seabright

Sep 17, 2024

Harry "Bud" Seabright Sr. passed September 17, 2024 at the Austinburgh Rehabilitation Center. Under the care of Western Reserve Hospice, following a brief Illness.

Bud was born Nov. 30, 1938 in Wheeling , West Virginia to Harry and Virginia Seabright.

Bud loved spending time with his family, watching the Cleveland Browns, fishing with his brother...

Philip Joseph Varckette

Philip Joseph Varckette

Sep 15, 2024

Philip Joseph Varckette, a beloved family man and dedicated community servant, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2024, in Georgetown, Texas, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on June 7, 1953, in Ashtabula, Ohio, Philip's joyful spirit brought warmth to all who knew him.

Philip cherished his role as a grandfather to Decker and Emarie...

Dean Ralph Meola

Dean Ralph Meola

Aug 17, 2024

Dean R. Meola, 72, of Ashtabula, OH, passed away on August 17, 2024 at Hillcrest Hospital.

Dean was born September 10, 1951 in Ashtabula, OH the son of Ralph and Genevieve (DiMare) Meola.

Dean attended Harbor High School and remained an avid Harbor High football fan, never missing a game; followed by a successful career...

Rodger M. Gustafson

Rodger M. Gustafson

Aug 12, 2024

Rodger M. Gustafson, 78, of Ashtabula, passed away peacefully Monday while surrounded by

his loving family.

Rodger was born in Ashtabula on February 7, 1946, to Gunnard and Leona (Bell) Gustafson

and was a 1964 graduate of Harbor High School where he played basketball, ran track, and was

the star quarterback...

Steven Robert Cevera  Sr.

Steven Robert Cevera Sr.

Aug 6, 2024

Steven Robert Cevera, Sr. (70) of Ashtabula, loving husband, father, and Papa "Popsy",  passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday August 6, 2024, after facing a devastating battle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson's disease for the past seven years.

Steve was born on April 30, 1954 to Bernard and Angeline (Lagoni) Cevera....

Carol E. Ray

Carol E. Ray

Aug 3, 2024

Carol E. Ray, 82, born on May 16, 1942 daughter of Marion Kruger, passed away peacefully at the David Simpson Hospice House in Cleveland, Ohio on Saturday August 3 rd . Carol was born and raised in Ashtabula where she graduated from Harbor High School. During her high school years is when she met and eventually married the love...

Bret S. Bennett

Bret S. Bennett

Jul 27, 2024

Bret S. Bennet (62) of Geneva and formerly of Madison passed on July 27, 2024 at home. Born Feb. 4, 1962 in Cleveland Ohio he was the son of Gene and Frances (Kline) Bennett.

Bret graduated from Madison High School class of 1980 and retired from the United States Coast Guard after 20 years of service.

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Wilson Lopez

Wilson Lopez

Jul 18, 2024

Wilson Lopez, 80, of Ashtabula passed away on July 18, 2024.

Born April 25, 1944 to Hermanhildo Lopez and Epifania (Rodriguez) in Cayey, Puerto Rico.

Wilson work over 37 years for New York Central, Penn Central, Conrail, and finally retiring from CSX Rail Road as a trackman.

He married the love of his...

Jacqueline Rivera

Jacqueline Rivera

Jul 12, 2024

Jacqueline Rivera,47 Ashtabula passed away Friday July 12,2024 at University Hospital Cleveland Ohio.

She was born August 11,1976 in Guayama Puerto Rico.The daughter of Melitón Rivera and Aida Rivera.

Jacqueline loved her son and family very much she was the best friend someone can ever have! She was kind helpful she loved riding around on...

Christine Renee Randolph

Christine Renee Randolph

Jul 10, 2024

Christine Renee (Monda) Randolph, 51, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

She was born to Robin Monda on December 22, 1972, in Ashtabula, Ohio. She married the love of her life, Timothy Randolph on September 26, 1999. Christine became a mother to Taner Randolph on November 4,1994 and spent the rest of her years bringing Claire...

Ann M. (Gowdy)  Bruckman

Ann M. (Gowdy) Bruckman

Jun 27, 2024

Ann Bruckman, 78 of Ashtabula, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at ARMC, in Ashtabula, Ohio.

She was born March 1, 1946, in Ashtabula Ohio, the daughter of late Nicholas J. and Elda E (Santillo) Gowdy. A lifelong resident, Ann married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life John M. Bruckman on August 7,...

Porter Huggins

Porter Huggins

Jun 25, 2024

Ashtabula – Porter Huggins, age 96, passed away on June 25, 2024 after a brief stay at Carrington Park Nursing Home.

Born February 27, 1928, in Logan, Ohio, he was the son of Porter Corwin Huggins and Mary Grace Huggins.  He was married to the late Patricia "Patty" L. Huggins which he married  September 21, 1957.  They...

Alison M. Guerini

Alison M. Guerini

Jun 21, 2024

Beneath the glow of a Strawberry Moon, Alison Guerini passed peacefully on Friday, June 21 with her family by her side.  Growing up on Harbor Avenue, Alison enjoyed and was privileged to be surrounded by many cousins and family during her childhood.  She was a 1998 graduate of Harbor High School.  She then attended Kent State University, The Ohio...

Mae Marie (Anderson)  Sholtis

Mae Marie (Anderson) Sholtis

Jun 20, 2024

On Thursday night, June 20,2024, Mae Marie (Anderson) Sholtis went home to dance with her husband in God's dance hall. She was 88 years old and born on May 12, 1936.

She lived a long, happy life filled with love and much, much laughter. She loved quilting, her Red Hat ladies, meeting with class reunion buddies, doing...

Louis V. Snyder

Louis V. Snyder

May 11, 2024

Louis Virgil Snyder, born December 1, 1937, passed peacefully on May 11, 2024. He will now reunite with the love of his life, his late wife, Caroline. He is survived by their seven beautiful children; Rose Ann Ciaravino (Joe), William Snyder (Sharon), Mary Snyder-Fox, Louis G. Snyder, Josephine Notter, Carolyn Halloran (Terry), and Nancy McGhin (Jim), his nine grandchildren,...

Arlene D. (Mero)  Niemi

Arlene D. (Mero) Niemi

Apr 26, 2024

Arlene D. (Mero) Niemi of Ashtabula, passed away on April 26, 2024, at the Ashtabula County  Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Arlene was the daughter of John and Beatrice Mero and was born on June 11, 1948, in Ashtabula , Ohio. Arlene attended Harbor High School and worked as a medical secretary for Dr. Altier, Dr. Kondru and various local...

Nicolette (Massi)  Huffman

Nicolette (Massi) Huffman

Apr 25, 2024

Nicolette Huffman (81) , of Ashtabula passed away on Thursday April 25 , 2024 at the Country Club Retirement Center.

Born June 27, 1942 in Ashtabula she was the daughter of Nicholas and Rita (Brazington) Massi.

Nicolette graduated from St. John High School class of 1960 On April 15, 1967 she married Gerald Huffman.

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John C. Summanen

John C. Summanen

Apr 25, 2024

John C. Summanen (78) of Madison passed on April 25, 2024 at the Chardon Healthcare Center.

Born September 23, 1945 in Ashtabula he was the son of John and Irene (Holm) Summanen

Private family services will be held.

Esther C. (Anderson)  Northrup

Esther C. (Anderson) Northrup

Apr 20, 2024

Esther K.C.(Anderson) Northrup

Age 91(03-15-1933) passed to be with parents,all of her siblings and  her husband. At Austinburg Rehab. Where she resided for the last 3 years. On April 20 2024 at 4:06pm.

She was born in Ashtabula, Ohio to the late Arthur and Mary (Misczik) Anderson. Always a resident of "Swede Town" on East...

Geno A. Modarelli

Geno A. Modarelli

Apr 19, 2024

Gene A. Modarelli  (October 2, 1940 - April 19, 2024)

Gene A. Modarelli died on April 19, 2024, at his home in Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio, after battling heart disease for many years.

He is survived by his life partner Jan Hutzell; his daughters Holly Earley (Richard) and Heidi Modarelli-Frank (Roger); Jan's children Donny (Janine), Rick (Sherry),...

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