FLORENCE J. CHIRO (nee Marzano), age 96, beloved wife of the late Benny, Loving mother of Joseph and John (Eva), cherished grandmother of Nicholas (deceased) (Christie), Katie Giancola (Mike), Michelle Peterman (Matt), Carrie Welich (Steven) and Michael Chiro, great grandmother of A.J., Nica, Adrianna, Grace, Benny, Kaylee, Mason and Emma. Beloved daughter of Rocco and Rosa Maria (nee D'Aloio) (both deceased), dear sister of the following deceased: Faustina LaSalle, Anna Galizio, Sue Cole,...
FLORENCE J. CHIRO (nee Marzano), age 96, beloved wife of the late Benny, Loving mother of Joseph and John (Eva), cherished grandmother of Nicholas (deceased) (Christie), Katie Giancola (Mike), Michelle Peterman (Matt), Carrie Welich (Steven) and Michael Chiro, great grandmother of A.J., Nica, Adrianna, Grace, Benny, Kaylee, Mason and Emma. Beloved daughter of Rocco and Rosa Maria (nee D'Aloio) (both deceased), dear sister of the following deceased: Faustina LaSalle, Anna Galizio, Sue Cole,...
David A. Mercer, 85 of Avon Lake, OH passed away after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 4, 2020. He was born November 10, 1935 to parents William and Violet (nee McCarty) Mercer in Cleveland, OH.
Dave graduated from John Carroll University with his bachelor's in science. He was a U.S. Army veteran that served for 8 years in the reserves. He was employed with the US Federal Government for 40 years, retiring from the US Department of Justice. Dave was a...
SARAH ANGELA MARTINO, age 33, beautiful beloved daughter of Mickey and Marcia Martino; loving mother of Drake Martino and Cara Madorsky; loving sister of Alanna Mlakar (Aaron) and April Frohwerk (Mike); aunt of Micah Martino, Logan Mlakar, Lily Mlakar and Killian Mlakar; niece, cousin and friend of many. Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 5, 2020. Cremation by Busch Crematory. Private services will be held at a later date. www.buschcares.com 440-237-4569
Yoon Soo Pyo, age 89. Beloved husband of Eun Jin Pyo for 48 wonderful years. Proud father of Steve Pyo, Danielle Pyo, Christie (Grant) Law, Kenneth (Thuy) Pyo, and Sung (Karisa) Pyo. Caring grandfather of 13. Dear brother of the late Yoon Ho Pyo. Passed away December 5, 2020. Memorials may be forwarded to Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, P.O. Box 621669, Littleton, CO 80162. Private family funeral with interment at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. 440.842.7800
ANNA SOLTIS (Ann/Annie) (nee Giroski) received her crown of glory on December 6, 2020 at the age of 94 years. Ann was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 15,1926 to George and Mary Giroski. Beloved wife of George (deceased 1988); loving mother of Mary Ann Wallace (Jim) and George W. (Carol). Sister of Mike Giroski (deceased); loving companion of 25 years to Gene Wallace (deceased). Cherished grandmother to Michael (Lisa), David, Steven (Jennifer) Wallace and Alicia Soltis. Great-grandmother...
Kenneth E. Hough, age 82. Beloved husband of Barbara J. (nee Seipel) of 56 years; loving father of Deborah Marti (Dennis), Sharon Kay Tate (Brian), Denise Hough and the late Andrea Ann; grandfather of Tara Marti (Drew Breece), Timothy Hough, Anthony Marti (Karen), Lauren Pickens (Matthew), Tristan Tate; great-grandfather of five and brother of Shirley Farr (Richard, dec.) and William G. (dec.) and brother-in-law of Amber. Passed away on December 8, 2020. Kenneth retired from Ford as a...
Leonard R. Scherry, 84 of Avon Lake passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, December 7, 2020. He was born June 4, 1936 to parents Charles and Beatrice (nee Cecil) Scherry in Cleveland, OH.
Leonard worked his entire career for B.F. Goodrich. After retirement, he delivered for Sisson's Flowers. He was a train enthusiast, building models and was a member of the Division 4 Train Club and the CV and WS Train Club. He was also a member of the Avon Lake Preservation...
Spiro J. Paravalos
Age 91. Passed away peacefully December 4, 2020. Beloved husband for 66 years of Anna (nee Tsengas), Cherished Father of Callie (Peter) Sevastos, Eugenia (George) Sintsirmas, and John (Annette), Precious Grandfather of John (Nicole) Sevastos; Renee (Damian) Blakeley; Don (Pamela) Sevastos; Spiro, Alex, Demetri and Anna Sintsirmas; and Annemarie and Emanuel Paravalos, Great Grandfather of Peter, Raymond and Rini Sevastos; Callie, Marianna and Francesca Blakeley.
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Claudia E. Polomsky, age 77. She was born January 14th, 1943 to the late Eugene and Elizabeth Sanders. Loving mother of Joseph Polomsky; cherished grandmother of Amanda (David) Polomsky-Looney and Joseph Polomsky; and beloved great grandmother of Matthew. Claudia was a proud Registered Nurse for over 35 years, including running nursing facilities. She was passionate about her gardening, coy pond, and animals (especially her cats). Most of all, Claudia was passionate about being a mother...
Jo Ann Brown, 75 of Elyria peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family at the Avon Cleveland Clinic Hospital on Monday, December 7, 2020. She was born September 14, 1945 to parents Thomas and Ruby (nee Carpenter) Brown in Cleveland, OH.
Jo Ann was a 1964 graduate of Lakewood High School. She worked in medical billing; enjoyed gardening and taking care of her cats.
She is survived by her beloved children Jim (Kristy) Schneider and Kelly (Keith) Nelson; loving grandchildren...
DANIEL "DANNY" F. KNAUSS, age 32 of Parma. Cherished son of Franklin and Dawn Knauss (nee Unger). Dear brother of Andrew Knauss (Stephanie), Emily Knauss (Joseph Blackburn) and Elizabeth Knauss (Matty Phoung); dearest paternal grandson of Daryl Sr. and Irene Knauss; maternal grandson of the late Edward and Betty Unger; loving nephew and cousin of many. Passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Memorials may be forwarded to Bethany Lutheran Church, 6041 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129. Memorial...
Helen J. Groseclose, beloved wife of the late Hugh; dear mother of Nancy Groseclose and Rhea (Pam); loving grandmother of Kathryn Lineberger (Ryan) and Daniel Groseclose (Laura); great grandmother of Caleb Lineberger; sister of Sara Painter (Jack) and the late Robert, Donald, Noel, Jim, Phil, and Joanna; aunt of many. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Arndt, Barbara E. Ph. D. (nee Timm, formally Busby (Douglas)) passed peacefully on December 8, 2020 surrounded by family. Barbara can best be described as well-educated, an avid reader and an accomplished pianist. She loved winning at bridge, trading her stock portfolio, completing New York Times crossword puzzles, and serving on Brookdale's Resident Council. A world traveler and souvenir collector, her most memorable journeys were traveling to Antarctica, the Middle East, and the Holy Lands....
Kewal Singh Gill, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed in peace December 9, 2020 at the age of 86.
Kewal is survived by five children: his daughter, Harpaul Kaur [and Gurdev Singh], and four sons, Kulwinder Singh [and Jaswinder Kaur], Kulbir Singh [and Kulwinder Kaur], Kuljit Singh [and Paramjit Kaur], & Kulwant Singh [and Bhobhinder Kaur]; thirteen grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Harbans Kaur.
Kewal Singh was born October 25, 1934 in Kharar...
Bernadette Justine Kunc (nee. Grega), age 76. Beloved wife of the late Frederick M. Kunc. Loving mother of Guy (Christine) Kunc, and Gregory M. Kunc. Caring grandmother of C.J.B. and Joey. Dear sister of Johnnie Grega, Patricia Schuler, Rosalie Grega, and Dorothy Hamlin. Passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 7, 2020. Funeral mass at St. Michael Catholic Church, 6912 Chestnut Rd, Cleveland, Tuesday, December 15 at 10AM. Interment at Brooklyn Heights Cemetery. Friends may call at Busch...
John D. Peterson, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Virginia L. (nee McLeod) Peterson for 57 years. Loving father of Stephen D. Peterson (Christine) and Lee M. Peterson; grandfather of Connor S. Peterson and James McLeod Peterson. Born in 1936 in Bay Village, John died peacefully on December 8, 2020. John was a Manager of Banking Services at Key Bank, an auctioneer, an associate at Uncle Ben's Pawn Shop, and an antique dealer and owner of Bay Village's longest existing business at over 90...
CARMINE MUTTILLO, age 87, passed away December 8, 2020. He was the loving, caring husband for 64 years of Concetta "Dolly" (deceased), Survived by daughter Maria, sons Philip (Victoria) and Mario; brother Antonio Muttillo. Loving uncle of many nieces, nephews and Godchildren. He was preceded in death by parents Pietro and Maria Muttillo; brothers Dominic and Mario Muttillo. Member of Loggia Baranello.
Per his wishes, in lieu of a service, a celebration of life will be held at a future date.
David A. Christensen, age 85. Beloved husband of Lisa Christensen for 43 years. Proud father of Deborah (Joe) Tuma, and Darlene (David) Woolard. Caring grandfather of Andrea (Matt) Petruc, Courtney (Tony) Nicotera, Steve (Jennifer) Tuma, Shannon Moore, Kyle Icke, Kody Christensen, and Kaylee Christensen and great-grandfather of Cale, Aiden, Quinn, Coen, and Declan. Dear brother of Paul (Carol) Christensen, and the late John (Anne) Williams and George (Marie) Williams. Uncle of Karen (George)...
Ronald Drachenberg, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Pearl. Proud father of Dianna, Jacky, Jeannie (Gary) Becka, Kimberly (the late John) Whipkey, and the late Deb. Caring grandfather of Matthew Anelli, Andrew (Cassie) Anelli, Michelle (Jon) Spannhake, Kyle (Rebecca) Drachenberg, Ashley Drachenberg, Trenton Cochran, Taylor (Corey) Kocian, and Christopher (Traci) Becka. Dear great-grandfather of Atlas Drachenberg, Apollo Drachenberg, and Westley Spannhake. Cherished brother of Wendy (Frank)...
Olga Marie Garofalo (nee. Colnar), age 72. Beloved wife of the late Salvatore Garofalo. Proud mother of Steve (Rachael) Garofalo and Scott (Susan) Garofalo. Dear grandmother of Lucas and Rebecca. Caring sister of the late Mike Colnar. Marie was employed with Parma City School District for many years and loved working with the kids. She enjoyed reading in her spare time and more than anything loved her family. Passed away December 12, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be forwarded to Parma...