Dovin Funeral & Cremation Specialists, Lorain

07/31/2025

Scott A. Thorp

Scott A. Thorp, age 67 of Lagrange, Ohio, passed away on July 2, 2025. He is survived by his sister, Lynn (Joseph) Cheslock, and his sister-in-law, Jean, and was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford.Scott grew up in Avon Lake, Ohio and attended Cleveland State University, where he earned a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He worked almost 40 years at NASA, where he received awards for his work on jet propulsion engines, and was recognized for his contributions...

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07/30/2025

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07/28/2025

07/25/2025

Irene Mitchell Figueroa

Irene Mitchell Figueroa, beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Lorain, Ohio, at the age of 69. Born on October 20, 1955, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, Irene's life was marked by her unwavering spirit of generosity and her deep love for family.Irene is remembered fondly for her passion for cooking, particularly her ability to make the best Pasteles, which brought joy to many family gatherings. She enjoyed playing dominos, often cherishing the moments spent with...

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07/25/2025

Did you know that the government provides headstones and grave markers for eligible veterans? If you or a loved one is a veteran, learn about the requirements and the options the VA offers in the article below.

Did you know veterans may be eligible for a government-issued headstone? Find out more about eligibility and your options here.

07/25/2025

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the tragic loss of Officer Phillip Wagner of the Lorain Police Department.

We extend our deepest condolences to Officer Wagner’s family, friends, and fellow officers during this difficult time. We also continue to keep Officers Gale and Payne in our thoughts and prayers for a full recovery.

Officer Wagner’s dedication and courage will never be forgotten. 💙🙏

07/23/2025

What do JFK, MLK, and Hemingway all have in common? They all wrote letters that are kept in the TIME archive! Check out the article to see seven historical letters from famous people.

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07/22/2025

Sometimes family vacations are absolutely perfect and sometimes they are a beautiful disaster. Do you have a favorite family vacation? We’d love to hear about it.

07/20/2025

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07/18/2025

Janet M. Christie

Janet Marie Christie, age 80, of Lorain, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center in Akron following a lengthy illness.Born April 8, 1945, in Lincoln Park, Michigan, Janet lived in Wayne, Michigan, before moving to Lorain County in 1989.She graduated from Lincoln Park High School in 1963 and continued her education at Eastern Michigan University.Janet worked as a secretary for the Church of the Redeemer in Lorain and volunteered at Mercy Hospital Thrift...

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07/18/2025

Did you know that you can personalize a funeral using meaningful symbols? Check out this informative and helpful article to learn what symbols are and how they can add an extra special touch to a loved one’s final tribute.

Creating a meaningful funeral takes thought and creativity. This article on how to personalize symbols at a funeral can help!