Gluvna - Shimo - Hromada Funeral Chapel Lorain Ohio

Welcome to the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel Web Site....Lorain's first funeral home to establish communication via the world-wide web. We truly feel that funerals are more than merely observances of the death of an individual. They are, instead, celebrations of life to which every person is entitled. We embrace the importance, individuality, and richness of each person's existence and we sincerely believe that each family we serve has the right to choose their own style of memorialization.

Our responsibility and intent is to uphold the very highest level of professionalism while providing respectful, dignified, and affordable funeral, cremation, and memorial services in a comfortable and worry-free atmosphere.

On this website you can access the following features:

Current Obituary Listings
Archived Obituaries
Maps and Directions to our Chapel
Local Links and Resources
Prearrangement Information and more

You can even sign an electronic guestbook and print out a memorial card of a friend or family member.
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Journeying With Loss Workshop

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amherst is sponsoring a four session "Journeying With Loss" workshop for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will be held on Saturdays, March 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph School Library, 200 St. Joseph Drive, Amherst. There is no fee for this workshop and it is open to the public. Please register by calling Maria Maldonado at 988-2848, extension 205.

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Social Security Announces "Compassionate Allowances" Program

Compassionate Allowances is an initiative that will allow all Social Security offices to expedite disability claims for applicants whose medical conditions are so severe or serious that they obviously meet disability standards. This decision process is based on a current list of 50 medical conditions that will qualify as an impairment and will allow Social Security to act quickly (in a matter of days rather than months or years) in processing and approval for disability income assistance. These conditions and more information can be found at www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances/.

Additional information on Seniors and aging can be accessed through the Senior Series, a list of pertinent fact sheets located on the Ohio University Extension Office website at http://ohioline.osu.edu/SS-FACT/INDEX.HTML

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Social Security Improves Website

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently unveiled a redesigned Website that is more welcoming and user-friendly.

New features include:

• SSA created five headings at the top of the homepage representing each of the programs it administers, including “Survivors” and “Supplemental Security Income.”

• Links to tools for “Filing Online for Retirement Benefits,” “Applying for Disability Benefits” and “Requesting a Social Security Card” are highlighted on the home page. These tools will help reduce or eliminate trips to local Social Security offices.

• A brief video greeting, delivered by an SSA employee, will help many people, including those with certain visual disabilities, navigate the redesigned Website.

• People who are already receiving benefits can easily find information, services and schedules of payments.

• Visitors will find an online “Retirement Estimator” that will allow them to get an immediate and personal estimate of their potential Social Security retirement benefits and help them plan for retirement.

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It is now common practice for many of the local newspapers to charge a fee for the publication of obituary information. These fees can range from several dollars into the $200.00 and up range, based upon length and photo usage. Due to these costs, many families are reconsidering the number of publications an obituary is published in. We encourage you to continue to check our website or telephone the funeral chapel for viewing and service information.

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	Elizabeth M. Livchak Retired Beautician Age 90 Private family funeral services will be held. Burial will take place in Ridge Hill Memorial Park in Amherst Township. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	Mary Ann Moll Enjoyed Artistic Painting Age 67 The family will receive friends Wednesday 4-8 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain. A graveside service will be held Thursday at 11:00 am at Ridge Hill Memorial Park in Amherst Township. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	Bruno G. Wachholz Carpenter, US Army Veteran Age 85 The family will receive friends Monday 4-8 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:30 am in the funeral chapel followed by the mass of Christian Burial Tuesday at 11:00 am at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 1305 E. Erie Ave., Lorain. The Rev. Joseph West, OFM Conv, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Lorain. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	George Kundrat Active in St. Nicholas Church Age 90 The family will receive friends Monday 4-8 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain where the St. Nicholas Rosary Society will pray the rosary Monday at 4:00 pm and the Parastas service will be held Monday at 4:30 pm. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:30 am in the funeral chapel followed by church services at St. Nicholas Byzantine Rite Catholic Church, 2711 W. 40th St., Lorain. The Rev. Nicholas Rachford, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Lorain where the VFW Post #451 and the American Legion #30, both of Lorain, will conduct military honors. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	Margaret Paulakonis Holy Trinity Church Member Age 96 The family will receive friends Tuesday from 10:00 until the time of funeral mass at 11:00 am at the Catholic Church of St. Peter, 3501 Oberlin Ave., Lorain. The Rev. Craig Hovanec, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Lorain. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	Evelyn Deeds Assistant Administrator of Harbor Court Retirement Center Age 58 The family will receive friends Sunday 4-6 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain and on Monday from 6-9 pm at the Rose & Quisenberry Funeral Home, 729 Flat Top Rd, Shady Springs, WV. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 am at Rose & Quisenberry Funeral Home. The Rev. Leonard Adkins, cousin of Evelyn, will officiate. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Prosperity, WV. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	Donald E. Hamm Dedicated to his Family Age 53 Friends may call Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Avenue, Lorain. Funeral services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral chapel with the Reverend Danny Parsons, Pastor of the Church of the New Harvest presiding. Burial will follow in Ridge Hill Memorial Park, Amherst Township. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]
	James H. Mitchell Ford Retiree Age 73 The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2:00 pm until the time of services at 4:00 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain. [click here for complete listing and to sign guestbook]