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Anibal “Mike” Suarez Obituary | August 15, 2024 | Czup Funeral Home – Ashtabula, OH

Anibal “Mike” Suarez, 46, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2024, at Summa Health Akron City Hospital in Akron, Ohio.
He was born on April 3, 1978, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Anibal Suarez and Aida Torres.
Mike was a truck driver by trade who owned and operated his own truck.
He enjoyed riding motorcycles, listening to music and working out at the gym. Mike had a big heart and found happiness in helping others, but above all, he loved his family more than anything in the world.
He is survived by his beloved children, Olivia “Grace” and Chase “Alexander”; his siblings: Mercedes Suarez, Sonia Suarez (Papo), Daisy Suarez (Victor)and Anibal Suarez; Bruce Lopez, who he raised like a son and his loving fiancé, Nikki Benekos.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Aida Torres.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024, from 6:00p-8:00p and a funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 24 from 11:00a-11:30a, all services will be held at the Westside Alliance Church’s Sanctuary, 3800 Bridge Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Maxwell Cleveland tickets: Cheapest seats for ‘The Serenade Tour 2025’

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Neo-soul pioneer Maxwell’s “The Serenade Tour 2025“ will stop in Cleveland with tickets now available on major third-party ticket websites like SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, StubHub, Viagogo, and TicketCity.
Get “The Serenade Tour 2025” Tickets
The tour’s Cleveland Rocket Arena stop will be on Saturday, Aug. 16. Lucky Daye will be featured as a special guest.
“The Serenade Tour 2025” is expected to feature classic releases from Maxwell’s 30-year career as well as his “Simply Beautiful” tribute to Al Green in 2024, according to Musze.com.
I found the cheapest tickets available for the August 16 concert as of March 28:
- SeatGeek: $75
- Vivid Seats: $68
- StubHub: $64
- Viagogo: $62
- TicketCity: $76
Below are tour dates in other cities and how to get tickets:
- May 2: Peoria Civic Center, Peoria, IL
- June 13: Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar, CA
- June 14: Yaamava’ Theater, Highland, CA
- June 21: Choctaw Grand Theater, Durant, OK
- July 31: Miller High Life Theatre, Milwaukee, WI
- Aug 2: Hard Rock Live Rockford, Rockford, IL
- Aug 8: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
- Aug 9: Kia Center, Orlando, FL
- Aug 15: Schottenstein Center, Columbus, OH
- Aug 16: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
- Aug 22: Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, Detroit, MI
- Oct 3: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
- Oct 4: Colonial Life Arena, Columbia, SC
- Oct 5: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
Known for his humility and dedication to the music, Maxwell has received numerous accolades over the years. According to enyclopedia.com, Maxwell’s achievements include:
- Three Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Album for “BLACKsummers’night” and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for “Pretty Wings”
- Six Soul Train Music Awards for his contributions to R&B and soul music.
- BET Awards nominations and wins for Best Male R&B Artist.
- Two NAACP Image Awards for his outstanding cultural contributions.
- Lifetime Achievement Award from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in 2019 for his immense contributions to the music industry.
Cleveland, OH
Betty G. Murray Obituary March 23, 2025 – Slone and Co. Funeral Directors
Betty G. Murray, age 58, passed away on March 23, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1967, in Cleveland, Ohio, to her loving parents, the late John J. and Zelma Ratcliff. Betty was the beloved wife of Earl P. Murray and the devoted mother of Marcia N. Murray and the late Rachel A. Murray.
A cherished sister, she is survived by Thelma D. Ratcliff, Juanita I. Ratcliff, Deborah L. Ratcliff, and Angela Brello-Ratcliff. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Roger D. Ratcliff and John W. Ratcliff. Betty was a treasured aunt to many nieces and nephews and a friend to all who knew her.
Betty had a love for adventure and simple joys. She enjoyed road trips, always ready to explore new places with excitement. She found relaxation in crossword puzzles and comfort in the melodies of country and Christian music. A true car enthusiast, she took great pride in her Jeep and Ford. Her love for animals, especially dolphins and horses, reflected her kind and gentle spirit. She also enjoyed watching her favorite TV shows, working on computers, and spending time with her beloved dogs, who brought her so much joy.
Betty was a hardworking and dedicated employee, spending 12 years as a custom specialist at UPS. She was a loyal sister, a caring friend, and a kindhearted person who always made time for others. A strong and determined woman, she faced life’s challenges with resilience and grace. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Family and friends are welcome on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Slone & Co. Funeral Directors 13115 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, OH 44111. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 10 a.m., at Faith Freewill Baptist Church 3560 Independence Rd, Cleveland, OH 44105. Interment West Park Cemetery.
Cleveland, OH
Kirk Cousins spotted at Chipotle in Northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Yes, it’s true.
Salad with double chicken never fails me
— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) March 27, 2025
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins was spotted at a Chipotle in suburban Cleveland Thursday.
Cousins, 36, is not a free agent.
The Browns would still have to acquire him by trade.
Atlanta has to pay him $27.5 million for this coming season and so far Cousins has indicated he’s fine with staying as the Falcons backup.
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