All Obituaries

Debra M. Coursen On June 27, 2026 Debra Marie Coursen went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully surrounded by her family.  A lifelong resident of Ashtabula, Debbie was born on April 2, 1965 to Douglas R & Lillian A (Taggart) Coursen.  While this breaks our hearts to write, it’s so important to us for all to know who our mom was… Her soul was gentle. Her love was contagious. She was a protector. She had a heart so big that even the kindest of us ...

Clarence Lee Spoor, a devoted husband, steadfast provider, and lifelong resident of Saybrook, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on June 26, 2026, 4 days befour his 81st birthday. Born June 30, 1945, in Batavia, New York, to Charles and Marion (Nye) Spoor, Clarence built his life on faith, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved most. On May 13, 1967, he married his one true love, Bonnie Lou Lines. For nearly 59 years, their marriage stood as a quiet testament to ...

James Ellis Henry, 76, passed away on June 15, 2026, following a long illness that he faced with remarkable strength and courage. Born on October 25, 1949, in Urbana, Arkansas, Jim was the son of Ellis B. and Willie B. (Thompson) Henry. He moved to Ashtabula as a young boy, where his exceptional athletic ability quickly set him apart. From an early age, it was clear that Jim possessed rare talent, discipline, and drive—qualities that would define much of his life. A proud graduate of ...

Juana D. Oquendo, age 81, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in West Palm Beach, Florida.  She was born on March 29,1945 in Guayama, Puerto Rico. She lived in Ashtabula, OH for many years and spent the last 16 years of her life as a Florida resident where she soaked up the sun and basked in her beloved palm trees. She was a beacon of kindness and compassion. Her warm and caring heart touched many lives as she dedicated over 30 years of her life working for the county and founded ...

ASHTABULA- Genevieve K. Wallace, 101, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at the Jefferson care center following a Brief illness.  She was born in Cameron, West Virginia, on August 24, 1924, the daughter of Albert and Sadie (Church) Knight. Genevieve graduated Cameron high school in 1943 and went onto graduate from put West liberty State College, where she received her bachelor’s degree and became a dental hygienist; a job she thoroughly enjoyed until her retirement in ...

Patrick Michael Grady, 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 13, 1970, the son of George and Eileen (Habaly) Grady. Pat grew up in Lake County and graduated from Eastlake North High School in 1988. In January of 1991 he met his one true love, Angela Marie Buemi, and on August 23, 1996 she became his wife.  Their nearly 30-year marriage was a true partnership built on unwavering love, deep friendship, and mutual devotion. ...

Margaret Irene Yendriga, 93, passed away at her home in Lennox Township on Thursday, June 11, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1933 to Joseph and Mary Tamas.  She remained in the area for her entire life. She married Joseph Yendriga on July 30, 1954 and together they raised two sons. Irene as she preferred being called was an avid Bowler and bowled on a league through her 93rd birthday. She was employed at Parker-Hannifin In Andover for many years and retired from there after working ...

Marian Jean (Flack Morgan) Sullivan** **July 7, 1932 – May 13, 2026** Marian Jean Sullivan, age 93, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, at Tidewell Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 7, 1932, in Sparks, West Virginia, Marian was the daughter of Tyree and Jessie (Copenhaver) Flack. At the age of nine, she moved with her family to Ohio, where she later graduated from Jefferson High School in 1950. In 1953, Marian married ...

Janet L. (Enos) Graf, 91, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, surrounded by the comfort and love of her home and family. She was born on December 19, 1934, in Ashtabula, Ohio, the daughter of Philip and Theresa (Mello) Enos. Janet graduated from Edgewood High School in 1952 and went on to earn her nursing degree from Huron Road Nursing School in Cleveland, Ohio—beginning a lifelong career that perfectly reflected her compassionate and giving nature. In 1965, she married Thomas ...

Ronnie Scott, 72, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away on May 20, 2026, at Hillcrest Medical Center. He was born in Geneva on June 6, 1953, the son of Levander and Delois (Jones) Scott. Ronnie graduated from Geneva High School in 1972, where he excelled in track and field. On October 20, 1973, he married the love of his life, Doretha Williams. Together, they shared a marriage filled with love, devotion, and happiness. Ronnie enjoyed watching the Cleveland Browns and the Ohio State Buckeyes, ...