Babitt-Busch Funeral and Crematory Services in North Royalton, OH

Michael Patrick Coffman, Sr.

July 10, 1957 - July 21, 2021

MICHAEL P. COFFMAN Sr., age 64 of Cleveland. Beloved husband of Jeanette Coffman (nee Romano) for 42 years. Devoted father of Michael P. Jr. (Amy) and Michelle; dearest son of the late Robert E. Coffman Sr. and Betty Lou Coffman (nee Fleck); dear brother of Robert Coffman Jr. (deceased), Terrance Coffman (deceased), Mary Rusnak, Laurel Hoychick, Georgia Sutton (Don, deceased) and Robin Wiley ...
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Arnold H. Reske

March 10, 1929 - July 11, 2021

Arnold Herman Reske, age 92 of Parma, Ohio, beloved husband of Ella K. Reske (nee Krentz). Arnold was born on March 10, 1929 and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 11, 2021 with family by his side. After his stroke this past Father's Day, he was constantly surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife Ella, daughter Esther (husband Fred), son David, and son James ...
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Sandra Kathleen Sposit

November 25, 1940 - June 13, 2021

Sandra Kathleen Sposit (nee. Baracz), age 80. Passed away June 13, 2021. Beloved wife of Michael Sposit. Proud mother of Grant (Lisa) Sposit and Keith (Karen) Sposit. Caring grandmother of 5 and great-grandmother of 4. Dear sister of Barbara (Kenneth) Nichols. Loved by many more extended family members. In honor of her battle with cancer, memorials may be forwarded to American Cancer Society, P.O...
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Nancy Kathleen Nolen

January 17, 1935 - May 11, 2021

NANCY KATHLEEN NOLEN (nee Johnson), age 86, passed away peacefully with family at her side on May 11, 2021. Nancy was born on Jan 17, 1935 in Newport, Tennessee to William (Will) and Ellen Johnson (nee Carver). She was the last of 9 children all of whom proceeded her in death (John, Margaret, Leonard, Delbert, Vernal, Imogene, Estelle, and Forrest). After moving to Cleveland in 1953, she married...
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James Elmer "Jim" Ward

June 15, 1925 - May 8, 2021

James Elmer "Jim" Ward, age 95, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Ames Family Hospice in Westlake, Ohio following a brief illness. Jim was born on June 15, 1925 in Cleveland, Ohio to Esther Wilhelmena Ward (nee Schnell) and Orval John Ward. He was a June 1943 graduate of James Ford Rhodes High School in Cleveland. He served in the United States Navy during World War...
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Susanne M. Imars

March 5, 1969 - March 9, 2021

SUSANNE M. IMARS (Nee Broestl), 52, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Beloved wife of Jim. Dearest mother of Samantha. Dear daughter of Rita and the late Edward Broestl. Sister of Mary Steindam (William), Robert Broestl (Liz), Michael Broestl (Julie) and Anne Bellis (Allan). Aunt of Tamara, Lauren, Paul, Andrew, Benjamin, Rachel Michael and the late Mathew. Great Aunt of Allison and Breanna....
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Paul Francis Casey

February 26, 1970 - February 16, 2021

Paul Francis Casey, 50, passed to his eternal rest surrounded by family at his North Royalton home on February 16, 2021. Paul was born on February 26, 1970 in Denville, New Jersey and grew up in nearby Sparta. He attended Sparta High School as a three-sport athlete (football, wrestling, and track) and graduated in 1988 to wrestle for Ohio University, securing two Mid-American Conference...
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Charles J. Ballish

January 1, 1938 - February 14, 2021

Charles J. Ballish, 83, entered into rest February 14, 2021. Chuck was born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 1, 1938 to the late Joseph and Jean (Everhart) Ballish. After graduating from St. Joseph High School and serving in the Army, Chuck began an apprenticeship at Warner & Swasey Company. He quickly advanced to become a service representative, a role that took him around the world. In 2000, after...
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Ellen Anna Plant

April 27, 1931 - January 27, 2021

ELLEN ANNA PLANT (nee Peters), age 89 of North Royalton, Ohio and Wiesbaden, Germany. Beloved wife of the late Richard William Plant. Devoted mother of Rick Plant (Denise) and Jacqueline Kovach (Frank); loving grandmother of Michael Kovach (Emily), Brian Kovach and Madelyn Plant; dearest daughter of the late Nicholas and Anna Maria Peters (nee Karst); dear sister of Manfred Peters (Ela) and the...
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Blake Owen Brewer

June 5, 1958 - January 5, 2021

Jeopardy! has lost not only its iconic host, but also its biggest fan. In his Final Jeopardy! round, Blake Owen Brewer succumbed to lung cancer on January 5, 2021. Blake was born on June 5, 1958, in Camden, Tennessee to parents Lucille and Alson "Pat" Brewer. His love of words began early. His mom often told the story of three-year-old Blake peering over the shoulder of his dad and reading...
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Barry Judd

May 1, 1956 - January 4, 2021

On Monday, January 4, 2021, Barry Judd of North Royalton, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous six-month battle with Glioblastoma. Beloved son of the late Robert and Arlene Judd; Husband of 41 years to Rhonda (Nourie) Judd; loving father to Nick (Lauren) Judd, and Shannon (Adam) Olsheski; kind brother to Brenda (Kevin) Gates; cherished grandfather/Papa to...
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Mary Ann Kaczorek

November 6, 1936 - December 17, 2020

MARY ANN KACZOREK (Nee LEZAN), age 84, beloved wife of the late Chester; loving mother of Jeanette Harbeitner (Doug), Michele Kelley (Shaun), Natasha Kaczorek, Scott Kaczorek and the late Andrea Kaczorek; cherished grandma of Alex and Allison. Devoted fan of the Indians, Browns and Cavaliers. Passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Private services were held. Cremation by Busch Crematory. www...
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James J. Greene

March 24, 1937 - December 14, 2020

JAMES J. GREENE, age 83; born in Deep Gap, North Carolina and resided in North Royalton, Ohio. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. Greene (nee McNeill) for 60 years. Devoted father of Ronald Greene (Theresa), Janet Hayes (Marc), Robert Greene (Raina) and Randal Greene (Julie); loving grandfather of Jeff Williamson (deceased) (Shaina), Kelly Andrews (Tom), Cory Greene (Tara), Dalton Hayes,...
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Daniel Allen Weitzel

November 21, 1942 - December 13, 2020

Daniel Allen Weitzel, age 78, of North Royalton, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at Southwest General Health Center in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. Daniel is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years Marilyn Lee Weitzel (nee Hupp); his loving daughters Beth Kesler (Mark), and Deborah Weitzel; his dear granddaughter Abigail Kesler; his step-children Laura Sue Jones and Edgar...
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Sarah Angela Martino

December 15, 1986 - December 5, 2020

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....
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William Donald Setny

February 25, 1937 - December 5, 2020

William Donald "Bill" Setny, age 83, of Parma, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Falling Water Health Care in Strongsville. Bill was born in Cleveland, Ohio and was a graduate of James Ford Rhodes High School in Cleveland. He received degrees from Baldwin Wallace University, and Michigan State University. Bill was an accomplished educator, musician, music director, and...
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Robert C. Tindal

December 5, 1948 - October 28, 2020

ROBERT C. TINDAL, age 71 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Ewanko); devoted father of Alyssa Tindal (Dominic Scardina), Vanessa Carlson (Mark), Aaron Sykora (Jenifer); loving grandfather of Ethan and Braden Carlson, Isaac and Evelyn Sykora; dear brother of Carolyn Brim (Tom), John, Kathy Baker (Terry-deceased), Barbara Tindal; loving son of the late Robert and Marjorie; devoted...
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Cynthia M. Keta

May 29, 1967 - September 29, 2020

Cynthia M. Hughs-Keta, age 53. Beloved wife of Marinel Keta for 23 blissful years. Proud mother of Britney Badger and Marcus Keta. Treasured daughter of John (Donna) and the late Linda. Passed away September 29, 2020. Graduate of Midpark, class of '85. Services will be held privately. Inurnment at Holy Cross Cemetery. 440.237.4569 www.buschcares.com
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Richard Charles Vadovski, Sr.

April 18, 1947 - September 1, 2020

RICHARD C. VADOVSKI Sr., age 73 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Patricia Vadovski (nee Fragnowski) for 49 years. Devoted father of Richard C. Vadovski, Jr (Michelle); loving grandfather of Vanessa and Marissa Vadovski; dear brother of Paul Vadovski (Joann, deceased); dearest uncle of Gayle Peterson-Neibur, Sandi Webster, Teri Vadovski and P.J. Vadovski. Richard retired from International...
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William (Bill) John Sharkey

June 24, 1923 - August 29, 2020

William (Bill) John Sharkey, age 97, passed away August 29, 2020. He was the devoted husband of Katherine Jane (deceased) and beloved father of Beverly Jane. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Helen; his brothers Benjamin, Eugene and Thomas, and his sister Bertha Connor; and is survived by his sisters Janet Allen and Patricia Elias. A Veteran of World War II, Bill served in the...
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Michelle D. David

September 27, 1958 - August 17, 2020

MICHELLE D. DAVID (nee Taylor), age 61 of North Royalton and formerly of Lakewood. Beloved wife of David David for 38 years. Devoted mother of Emily David; dearest daughter of William Taylor (deceased) and Georgia Taylor (nee Manthey); dear sister of Gary Taylor (Laura); sister-in-law of Wendy Posipanka; cherished aunt of Matthew Taylor (Heather), Jennie Kovacs (Kyle), James Posipanka (Katie),...
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Suzette Molitoris-Sledz

November 25, 1954 - August 13, 2020

SUZETTE MOLITORIS-SLEDZ, age of 65, beloved wife of the late Dale; loving sister of Mark Molitoris (Julie); cherished aunt of Vera, cousin of Doreen Thomas, Rita McNeeley (Chuck), Tony D'Angelo, Dawn Weglarz (Tom) and friend of many. Passed away August 13, 2020. Memorial contributions can be made in Sue's name to the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter, 9500 Sweet Valley Dr, Valley View, OH 44125 or...
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Geoffrey W. Mellors

July 24, 1927 - August 5, 2020

Geoffrey W. Mellors 93, of North Royalton, beloved husband of the late Marilyn and Jean; loving father of Robert (Irina); cherished grandfather of Karina. Geoffrey survived bombing of London in World War II and served in the British Army. He came to the United States in 1954 and holds several U.S. Patents. Retired from Union Carbide where he was a researcher. 50-year member of the Royal Society...
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Hannelore Gantner

February 12, 1937 - July 9, 2020

HANNELORE GANTNER (NEE GRIGO), 83 of North Royalton; beloved wife of the late Nick. Dear Mother of Angela Wrahtz, Michael Gantner (Peggy) and Barbara Gantner Cavrell (Peter). Grandmother of Hannelore and Anneliese Wrahtz, Nicholas and Elizabeth Cavrell. Passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020. Private Services were held. 440-237-4569 www.buschcares.com
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Evelyn Ann Migliorino

February 3, 1930 - June 17, 2020

Evelyn Ann Migliorino (nee Rojek), age 90. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Dear mother of Mary Ellen Karkoska (Ronald) and Philip (Marianne deceased). Grandmother of Andrew and Michael Karkoska and Connie Elliott (Roy). Great grandmother of Christina, David and Xavier. Great-Great grandmother of Jacob and Joshua. Sister of the late Alice Kisiel, Cecelia Jurkiewicz, and Helen Laskowski. Passed...
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James E. Strouse

April 1, 1952 - June 8, 2020

James M. Strouse, age 68. Beloved husband of Sally (nee Tollis); brother of Jonathan Strouse and Jeffrey Marcus; nephew of Susie and Julian Dobran; brother-in-law of Cindy McCarty (Lee) and Terry Tollis. Passed away Monday June 8, 2020. Friends may call at the BABITT-BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 9350 RIDGE ROAD FROM 11:00AM-12:00 PM on Friday, June 12, 2020 with social distancing. Interment to follow at...
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Violet M. Lepa

July 12, 1930 - May 2, 2020

VIOLET M. LEPA (nee Csokmay), age 89 of North Royalton. Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Lepa. Cherished daughter of the late Mrs. Marie Csokmay; dear sister of Priscilla "Pat" Prizzi (Joseph, deceased) and John Csokmay (Jean Grieco); dearest aunt of John Csokmay (deceased) and David Csokmay (Chris); great-aunt of Joseph Csokmay; loving cousin and friend of many. Passed away on Saturday, May 2,...
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Christine Reichenbach Lewis

June 16, 1946 - April 16, 2020

Christine Reichenbach Lewis, 73, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 16, 2020 at the Cleveland Clinic. She was born June 16, 1946 in Tiffin, Ohio to the late Frederick E. and Mary A. (Collins) Hutchison. She was a 1964 graduate of Scipio Republic High School and a 1968 graduate of Bluffton University with a BS in Education. After years of being apart she reconnected with her first love...
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Phillis A. Gugliotta

September 14, 1946 - April 12, 2020

PHILLIS A. GUGLIOTTA (NEE DeFRANSICO), 73; beloved wife of Gerald "Jerry" of 49 years; loving mother of Maria Dowdy (Michael, deceased), Ed (Kris) and Jerry (Lisa); cherished nana of Nicole (Seth), Justin, Ryan (Mikayla) and Jacob; great nana of Hazel and one on the way; sister of Karen Rhea (Joe) and the late Grace Clyde (Thomas); aunt and friend of many. Passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020....
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Lucian D. LiPera

May 20, 1947 - April 4, 2020

LUCIAN D. LiPERA, 72 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Sylvia (Nee Chrzanowski); step father of Jason Cureton (Amanda), Jeffrey Cureton (Jacqueline); Grandfather of Benjamin, Alexander, Madeline; son of the late Ross and Mary; step son of the late Jeanne; uncle of Robert (Rose), Adam (Kari), Michael (Sabrina), Brian. Brother of Mary Bonnell (deceased); brother- in-law of Greg, Teresa Lussier ...
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Robert A. Fertal, Sr.

September 10, 1937 - March 25, 2020

ROBERT A. FERTAL, SR, 82 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of the late Carol (Nee Bauer). Dear father of Robert, Jr. (Karen), Nancy Conroy (the late Jim), Joann Woods (Scott). Devoted Papa of Erin, Carolyn, Jimmy (Kara), Brandon and Nick. Great grandfather of Lexi and dear friend to many. Passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Robert was a US Navy veteran. A private interment will be held at...
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Geraldine C. Black

July 26, 1923 - March 24, 2020

GERALDINE C. BLACK (NEE BROOKS), 96. Beloved wife of the late Charlie; dear mother of Thomas, Douglas (Karen), Charles (Linda), Maryann Chicwak, Michael (Janet), Sandra O'Dell (Douglas) and Timothy (Sally). Cherished grandmother of 12, great grandmother of 19 and great great grandmother of 1. Loving sister of 4 brothers and 4 sisters all deceased. Passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Private...
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Lillian O'Connell

January 19, 1924 - March 8, 2020

Lillian O'Connell (nee Smigelski) 96; Passed away Sunday, March 8, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Francis; loving mother of Kathleen (Kevin White), Maureen Collins (Kevin), Peggy Ruhsmeyer (Mark), Daniel (Pamela), and Diane Kobunski (John); grandmother of 9; great grandmother of 6. In lieu of flowers memorials may be forwarded to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH...
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James E. Blaha

August 24, 1954 - March 3, 2020

James E. Blaha, beloved son of Norma E. (nee Pampanini) and the late James J. Blaha, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the age of 65. Beloved brother of Judy A. Albaugh (Robert), Jeffry A. (Elaine), Mark C. (Sandra), Gregory T. (Deborah) and Lisa M. Duliba (Daniel). Uncle of Jennifer Judson, Renee Primrose, David Albaugh, Sarah Uguccini, Garrett, Melissa, Charlotte Heike, Natalie, Brittany,...
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June Leota Szemer

August 18, 1930 - February 14, 2020

June L. Szemer (nee Spellman), age 89, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved wife of the late former Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Henry J. Szemer who passed away in December 2004; loving sister of Floyd Spellman (deceased), Mildred Baker (Dick), Judith Patrell (Donald, deceased), Roberta Newman, and Merrily Esseltine; dearest daughter of the late John and Agnes (nee Litwinski) Spellman; cherished aunt...
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Richard H. Fowler

December 4, 1933 - February 10, 2020

Richard H. Fowler, 86, of North Royalton, beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Romano); loving father of Gregory (Elizabeth), Sally Weir (William) and Susan Gladyszewski (Thomas); grandfather of Kelsey (Ben), Hannah (Jason), Robert (Courtney), Samuel, Luke, Abigail and Lily; great grandfather of Elias; brother of the late Adelbert (Gloria); and family member of Edward (Amy), Matthew (Desiree), Alane ...
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Edward Stephen Pawloski, Jr.

February 18, 1954 - February 6, 2020

EDWARD S. PAWLOSKI, Jr., age 65 of North Royalton. Cherished son of the late Edward S. Pawloski, Sr. and Lillian Pawloski (nee Hoffman). Dear brother of Virginia (deceased), David (deceased), Karen Tyler (Ken), Lisa Sniezek (Nick) and Mark; uncle of Shanelle, John, Cody and Hannah; great uncle of five; friend of many. Passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020. Service at the funeral home on...
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Theodore Mark "Ted" Ahrens

September 17, 1954 - February 1, 2020

Theodore Mark "Ted" Ahrens, age 65, of Malta, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at his home surrounded by his furry friends. Ted was born in Cleveland, Ohio and was a 1972 graduate of Cleveland Benedictine High School. He worked as a general Contractor at A&W Construction in Cleveland, and also worked at American Spring Wire in Bedford, Ohio. Ted was the Co-Owner and...
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Rita Marie Flanagan

August 7, 1921 - October 2, 2019

Rita Marie Flanagan (nee Hart), age 98, beloved wife of the late Aloysius "Al" Flanagan; loving mother of Mary Patricia David (deceased) (Walter dec.), Kevin (dec.) (Jane Ann Esson), Eileen Williston (Robert dec.), Catherine, Dennis (Therese Maloney), Sheila Badal (Peter), Brian (Laura Wojcik), Timothy (Gale Lane), John Patrick (dec.), Barry (Pamela Franek), and Margaret; grandmother of 28, great...
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Barbara Jean Lightner

October 15, 1935 - August 7, 2019

Barbara Jean Lightner (nee Wolanin), age 83, of North Royalton, Ohio, was born in Clymer, Pennsylvania to Walter and Nellie Wolanin. Beloved wife for 54 years of James Lee Lightner; dearest mother of Jim Lightner (wife, Cathy) of Hudson, Ohio, and Judy Lightner of Medina, Ohio; adored grandmother of Meredith, Carliann, Collin, Brenden, Drew, Jenna, and Kara; dear sister of Genevieve Deleandro and...
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Leona J. Vinck

February 13, 1932 - July 15, 2019

Leona J. Vinck, age 87. Beloved wife of the late Harold L. Vinck. Dear mother of Sandra Hovatter (Phil), Sharon Ramirez (Adalberto), and Larry Parks (Iris). Step mother of Mark Vinck and Lourene Muzika. Grandmother of Christopher, Brian, Jenny (Tony Martinez), Albert and Jaimie. Great grandmother of Zoey, Aaron, Allyson and Leigha. Sister of Robert Miller (the late Dolores), and the late Margaret...
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Michael Joseph "Mike" Marsalko

August 23, 1951 - June 26, 2019

Michael Joseph "Mike" Marsalko, age 67, of Sagamore Hills, Ohio; beloved husband of Amy Jo Marsalko (nee Kachler); dear son of the late Rita (nee Mallett) Marsalko and the late William Marsalko; loving brother of Nancy Cendrowski (Charles), David Marsalko (Kathy), Donna Kwasny (Barry), Laura Vaughn (Wesley), and William "Bill" Marsalko, Jr.; cherished uncle of Brian, Cheryl, Nicholas, Aubrey,...
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Joseph J. Prizzi

April 14, 1931 - May 7, 2019

Joseph J. Prizzi, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Priscilla "Pat" (nee Csokmay) of 67 years, brother of John (Mary) and the late Marie Hare (Glenn), Ernest (Marge), brother in law of Violet Lepa (Edward, deceased) and John Csokmay, son of the late Alphonso and Elizabeth Prizzi, uncle of many. Joseph was a Marine Veteran of the Chosen Reservoir in the Korean...
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Douglas Stanley Sharp

December 31, 1950 - April 17, 2019

Douglas Stanley Sharp, age 68, of Tacoma, Washington; loving father of Casey L. Sharp, Kaitlyn T. Sharp, and Nicholas R. Sharp; former husband of Tamra D. Sharp, and Joanne Sharp; dear brother of Janet Garrenton (Vincent T.), the late Alison Joy Sharp, and the late Daniel Bruce Sharp; son of the late Robert Stanley Sharp, and the late Ruth Eleanor (nee Bradford) Sharp; cherished friend of Joe...
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Elizabeth "Betty" Deal

November 5, 1938 - April 13, 2019

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Deal (nee Kawczynski), 80; loving mother of Michael, Debbie Hochschild (Gerald), Karen Daniele(Timothy) and Sharon Reljin (Tadd); dear grandmother of Danielle, Adam, Payton, Gianni, Thomas and Nicholas; great-grandmother of Niko; former wife of Harry Deal, Jr; dear sister of Dorothy Ward and Casey Kawczynski. Preceded in death by parents Leon and Michaelina Kawczynski and her...
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John Benedict Francis

May 11, 1920 - April 6, 2019

JOHN BENEDICT FRANCIS, age 98 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of the late Gladys A. Francis (nee Gedeon). Devoted father of Bruce Francis (Barbara), Diane Zawadski (Ted) and Ellen Trifiletti (Carl, deceased); loving grandfather of Laura Asok (Aravind), Peter Zawadski (Michelle), Mark Zawadski (Kari), Jason Trifiletti (Megan), Christopher Trifiletti, Jeff Logee, Liz Haen (Brett) and Matt Logee;...
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Bain Matthews, Jr.

March 8, 1921 - April 3, 2019

Bain Matthews, Jr. was born on March 8, 1921 in Cleveland on West 48th Street near Denison Avenue. He was a loving husband of Marie Matthews (Koral) for 53 years; beloved father of Cynthia Skrovan (Thomas); grandfather of Jodi Kassay (Jim) and Tom Skrovan (Alli Hoag), and great grandfather of Amelia, Julia and Abigail Kassay. Passed away Wednesday April 3, 2019. Shortly after the attack on Pearl...
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Jeanette M. Sheneman

August 25, 1940 - March 31, 2019

Jeannette M. Sheneman (nee Aron). Beloved wife of the late Bob B. Dear mother of Barbara Jean Goforth (deceased, Bob also deceased), Tom (Diane), Jim (Michele) and Karen Nolan (Ron). Loving grandmother of Brittany, Alyssa, Brad, Jessica, Adrianne, Alexandria, Aubree, and Christine. Sister of the late Marilyn Johnson and James Aron. Great grandmother of Maddie, Colton, Grant, Macie, Blake. Passed...
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George John Sopko

February 22, 1927 - March 28, 2019

GEORGE J. SOPKO, age 92 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Irene Sopko (nee Lemza) for 71 plus years. Devoted father of Gregory Sopko (Elizabeth), Lynne Meyer (deceased) (Philip), Janice Chihill (Tony), Robert Sopko (Judy), JoAnne Moore (Brian) and Suzanne Conn (Bill); loving grandfather of Michael Chihill, Melissa Kellogg (Scott), Mario Chihill (Carrie), Tony Chihill (Beth), Kayleigh Anzalone...
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Stanley "Mike" Arrowood

November 26, 1956 - March 12, 2019

Stanley "Mike" Arrowood, age 62, leaves behind Debbie Queener; children, John (Brie), Joseph (Megan), and Tracy Woods-Elkins (Randy); grandchildren, Kayla, Alexia, Harper, Ella, TJ (Lyric), and Jonathan; great-grandchild, Brody Ray; parents, Les Arrowood and Yvonne Shook; and siblings, Veronica Arrowood and Teresa Thomas. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Charlie and Christine Shook. He...
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Leo Leonard Cifelli

May 28, 1930 - March 6, 2019

Leo Leonard Cifelli, age 88, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved husband of Yvette Cifelli (nee Perignon) for 66 years; loving father of Leo W. Cifelli, Debora Soza (Matthew), and Dianna Paessun; dear grandfather of Ashley Sparks (Matthew), Dan Soza, Stephanie Soza, Emily Paessun, and Tom Soza, and great-grandfather of Lily and Alan Sparks; cherished brother of Marceline Markijohn (deceased),...
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David Allen Gibson, Sr.

November 18, 1935 - March 1, 2019

David Allen "Santa" Gibson, Sr., age 83, of North Royalton, Ohio, and longtime resident of Berea, Ohio; beloved husband of the late Anne Elizabeth Gibson (nee Gainey) who passed away in May 2008, and longtime partner of Patricia Stang of North Royalton; loving father of David A. Gibson, Jr. (Mary Ann), Daniel Gibson (Patty), and Julie Nelson (Scott); dear grandfather of 6 and great-grandfather of...
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Julie A. Kefalos

May 27, 1977 - February 25, 2019

Julie A. Kefalos (nee Kluha) age 41, beloved wife of David; loving mother of Jonathon and Jacob; cherished daughter of Joseph and JoAnn Kluha; sister of the late Jaclyn; granddaughter of Mary Styrcula; niece of John, Janet and Elaine; aunt of three, cousin and friend of many. Passed away Monday, February 25, 2019. Prayer Service at the funeral home Monday, March 4, 2019 at 9:15am followed by a...
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Robert P. Major

February 24, 1926 - February 19, 2019

ROBERT P. MAJOR, age 92 of North Royalton. Loving husband of 61 years to the late Eileen F. Major (Lennon). Proud father to Robert, Jr. (deceased), Michael, Thomas (Lisa Meek), James (deceased), David (Steve Milloy), Dennis, Frederick (Nancy Graycar) and Sally Anne (Carl Wohlford). Son of the late Steven (formerly Magyar) and Helen Major (nee Heeb). Grandfather of Katie and Brett Wohlford. WWII...
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Nick Gantner

October 12, 1932 - February 12, 2019

Nick Gantner, age 86. Beloved husband of 58 years of Hannelore (nee Grigo). Dear father of Angela Wrahtz, Michael Gantner (Peggy) and Barbara Gantner Cavrell (Peter). Grandfather of Hannelore Wrahtz, Anneliese Wrahtz, Nicholas Cavrell and Elizabeth Cavrell. Passed away Tuesday February 12, 2019. Private services were held. 440-237-4569 www.buschcares.com
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Harry Herman Zwingelberg

August 28, 1928 - February 11, 2019

Harry Herman Zwingelberg, born August 28, 1928 in Thuringen, Germany, transitioned in peace from this life to the next on February 11, 2019, surrounded in love by his devoted wife of 63 years, Martha, and their son, Ronald Harry. His immediate family recently reunited in August to celebrate his 90th birthday. Like so many men of his generation, Harry was extraordinarily hard working, focused,...
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Laurence Hugh Stopper

May 31, 1964 - February 10, 2019

Laurence Hugh Stopper, Aged 54 passed away February 10, 2019. Dear son of David and Rosemary Stopper (nee Tomlinson); Loving brother of Regina, David (Patricia), Daniel (Jennifer), Maria Smith (Mike), Timothy (Julie), Rebecca Bockstoce (Thomas), and Genevieve Kilgore (Jesse); Beloved uncle to 20 nieces and nephews Larry lived a life full of love and positivity that greatly impacted all those he...
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Helen Dorsey

September 6, 1931 - January 27, 2019

Helen Dorsey (nee Combs), age 87, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved wife of Frank Dorsey for 52 years; loving mother of Donna Lee Wyatt, Debra Lee Ratcliff, and Barbara Ann Rogalski; dear grandmother of T.J., Jeffery, Crystal, Clinton, Laura and Willow, and great-grandmother of Blake, Kato, Camryn and Kennedy. Helen loved cats and leaves five feline companions behind. She passed away on Sunday,...
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William R. Heuser

December 29, 1941 - January 24, 2019

WILLIAM R. HEUSER, age 77 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Helen M. Heuser (nee Novak) for 56 years. Devoted father of Steven Heuser (Mary) and Daniel Heuser (Janet); loving grandfather of Hannah, Benjamin and Elizabeth; dear brother of Henry Heuser (Gale) and the late Anna White; cherished uncle and friend of many. Passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2019. In lieu of flowers memorials may...
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Dolores Gavel

October 27, 1932 - December 27, 2018

Dolores M. Gavel (nee Rusnak) age 86 of North Royalton. Loving mother of Ronald Gavel (Janine) and Karen Gavel; cherished grandmother of Ronny Gavel (Pam), Kimberly Gavel, Albert Garrison (Cynthia) and Phaedra Ledger; great grandmother Alyssa Gavel and three others; great great grandmother of three; dear sister of Jonie Park, Greg Rusnak, Gertrude Novak, Patricia Mruczkowski, Angela Lucas and...
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Patricia A. Brammer

January 22, 1948 - December 9, 2018

PATRICIA ANN BRAMMER (Nee: Gary) age 70, beloved wife of Gerald for 54 years; loving mother of Carolyn Moss and the late Joseph; cherished grandmother of Alyssa Binik-Thomas (Aaron) and Jonathon Moss; great grandmother of Isaiah, Joshua and Lily. Passed away at home Sunday, December 9, 2018. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Brook Park, Friday, December 14th at 11:15 AM (Meet at Brookpark Road...
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William "Bill" H. Davis, Jr.

February 8, 1950 - November 30, 2018

WILLIAM "Bill" H. DAVIS Jr., 68 of North Royalton passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 30, 2018. Bill was born February 8, 1950 in McAlpin, West Virginia. He graduated from Midpark High School in 1968 and was employed at Arcelor Mittal Steel for 48 years. Bill had a passion for classic cars, drag racing, fishing and hunting with his sons, and was an avid poker player. He is...
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Gail Faye Esper

December 17, 1948 - November 30, 2018

Gail Faye Esper (nee Jensch), age 69 of Parma. Together with Brian Esper, she had five children: Tracy Hudelson, Jamie Esper, Nicole Braun, Robin Esper and Crystal Bettinger (Josh); cherished grandmother of thirteen; dear sister of eight and aunt of many.. Gail's life was her children and grandchildren. Her family will always remember her amazing cooking. Gail passed away November 30, 2018. The...
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George Wolf

April 24, 1929 - November 26, 2018

GEORGE ROBERT WOLF, age 89 of Brooklyn. Beloved husband of the late Marian J. "Jean" Wolf. Loving father of Mary Brochetti (Mark) and Georgia Wolf; dear grandfather of Brian Brochetti (Amber), Sarah Brochetti, Kevin Brochetti, and Savanah Brochetti; great-grandfather of Elliot and Rex Brochetti; dear brother of Bernard Wolf (Micki) and the late Robert Wolf (Doris, deceased); cherished uncle and...
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James E. Ponyicky

July 8, 1952 - November 10, 2018

James E. Ponyicky, age 66 of Medina. Beloved husband of 44 years to Cynthia J. (nee Gerbrand); loving father of James Jr. and Christina Salisbury (Brandon); dear brother of John and Jeff and uncle of Jason (Kathy). The family will receive friends from 4-7pm on Thursday November 15, 2018 at Babitt-Busch Funeral Home, 9350 Ridge Rd., North Royalton; where a funeral service will conclude the...
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Ann M. Mazurkiewicz

July 21, 1926 - November 7, 2018

ANN M. MAZURKIEWICZ (nee Fabian), age 92 of North Royalton. Beloved wife of the late Mitchell P. Mazurkiewicz. Devoted mother of Susan Mazurkiewicz; Jeannette Strohl (Robert, deceased), Rose Kenski (Scott), James Mazurkiewicz, Michelle Stockler and Daniel Mazurkiewicz; loving grandmother of Jessica Hoert (Matthew), Zachary Strohl (Crystal), Annie Clouse (Mike), Michael Mazurkiewicz and Amy Kenski...
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Joanne Piper

March 10, 1957 - October 29, 2018

Joanne Piper (nee Skibo), age 61, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved wife of 44 years to Larry; dear mother of David (Cheryl) and Julie (Matthew) Ellis; loving grandmother of Ethan Piper, Daniel Piper, Max Piper, Sarah Ellis, Matthew Ellis, and Rachel Ellis; daughter of the late John and Margaret Skibo (nee Straka); cherished sister of Susan Kozimor (Richard) and Margaret Neubauer (Randy); loved...
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Mimi Irene Steinbrenner

May 14, 1932 - October 3, 2018

Mimi Irene Steinbrenner (nee Meyers), age 86, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved wife of the late Melvin Howard "Mel" Steinbrenner who passed away in February 2016; loving mother of James Brennan of Marquette, Michigan, Kathleen Price of North Royalton, Ohio, Karen Brennan Kelly (John) of Harsens Island, Michigan, and Kimberly Steinbrenner of North Royalton, Ohio; dear grandmother of Anne Brennan,...
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Emil Phillips

November 5, 1921 - September 27, 2018

EMIL PHILLIPS age 96 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Kvasnok); dear father of Nicholas (Diane), Steve (Terrie), Christopher (Marie) and the late Thomas (Christine, surviving). Loving Grandfather of John (Kate), Elizabeth Chan (Benjamin), Noah (Ali), Luke (Ella), Isaac (Sarah), Rie, Jacob and Abram. Great grandfather of Sebastian, Wolfgang, Elena and Violet. Dear brother...
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Lisa Jayne Cooney

December 6, 1968 - September 26, 2018

LISA JAYNE COONEY (nee King), age 49 of North Royalton. Beloved wife of David Cooney for 20 years. Devoted mother of David John Cooney and Thomas H.J. Cooney; loving daughter of John King and the late Mavis King (nee Collier); dear sister of Julie Ann Elliott (Simon); dearest aunt of Masie, Evie and Laurence; dear granddaughter of Violet May and the late Howard King; dear friend of many. Lisa...
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Judy Ruby Grace Cockerill

November 7, 1919 - September 12, 2018

Judy Ruby Grace Cockerill (nee Gray) age 98, of North Royalton, died September 12, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Gerald I. Cockerill Sr., stepmother of Gerald Cockerill, Jr., deceased (June) and friend to many. Judy served in the Red Cross during WW II and also volunteered at the Veterans Administration. She enjoyed gardening and was passionate about her heritage, dogs and nature. She was a...
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Jason Michael "JJ" Kraus

September 12, 2018

Jason Michael "JJ" Kraus, infant son of Nicole Lynn (nee Zarobila) and Jason Paul Kraus of North Royalton, Ohio; loving brother of Johnny and Avery Kraus; dear grandson of Monica (nee Toncar) and Mike Zarobila; cherished nephew of Eric Zarobila, and Mandy Beres (Matt), and cousin of Matthew, Mason and Jack Beres; beloved godson of Marissa and Joe Aquilino. JJ peacefully passed away on Wednesday,...
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Kenneth "Ken" A. Glueck

November 23, 1958 - September 5, 2018

KENNETH "Ken" A. GLUECK, age 59 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Vicki Glueck (nee Rady) for 22 years. Devoted father of Tyler Glueck, Faith Feliciano (Almando) and Kenny Glueck; cherished son of Walter Glueck (deceased) and Dolores Glueck (nee Lukas); loving grandfather of Jordan, Alexa, Nikayla and Noah; dear brother of Russell Glueck, Debbie Burgett (Eddie), Bruce Glueck (Tina), Joyce...
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George L. Blanchfield

January 27, 1931 - August 31, 2018

GEORGE L. BLANCHFIELD, age 87 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Emilia Blanchfield (nee Lubich) for 65 years. Devoted father of Georgette Blanchfield (Edwin Fichter), George Blanchfield (Linda), John Blanchfield, Gregg Blanchfield (Lin), Nancy Bell (Skip) and Holly Woytek (David, Jr.); loving grandfather of Kellie, Luke, Blayne, Stephen and Hilary; dear brother of Joyce Price and Gail Horn ...
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Martha Y. Holben

May 6, 1931 - August 21, 2018

Martha Y. Holben (nee Yeingst), age 87, of Brunswick, Ohio and longtime Parma, Ohio resident; beloved wife of Donald E. Holben for 66 years; loving mother of Daniel Holben (Lois), and Susan Price (Jarratt); dear grandmother of Jeffrey Holben (Lindsay), Matthew Holben, Nathan Price, and Hannah Price; cherished sister of Laura Guth (Chuck, deceased), and sister-in-law of Richard Holben (Sandy);...
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John C. Sak

October 12, 1939 - August 21, 2018

JOHN C. SAK, age 78 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Laurie Sak (nee Schwonberg) for 54 years. Devoted father of Steve Sak and Karl Sak (Ingrid), loving grandfather of Caleb, Cainan, Elijah, Kailey and Ian; dear brother of Berni O'Malley (James), Paul Sak (Lori) and Chris Thommen (John); brother-in-law of Gale Novak (Ron, deceased); cherished uncle and friend of many. Passed away on Tuesday,...
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Deborah L. Paradise

February 15, 1953 - July 9, 2018

Deborah L. Paradise (nee Icke), age 65; loving mother of Melissa Paradise and Robert Paradise (Lisa); grandmother of Alexandra, Zachary, Joshua and Tyler; great-grandmother of Arianna and Laylah; cherished daughter of William and Evaun (nee Losh) Icke; dear sister of Denise Werner. Karen Gonzales (Mike), Cheryl Pearson and Ken King; aunt of Heather, Thomas (Alicia) and William Werner; she also...
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Forrest "Bud" Morawetz

December 6, 1931 - June 27, 2018

Forrest "Bud" Morawetz, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Beloved husband of Marie of 20 years; loving father of children Diana (Jim Major), Dennis (Lisa), Sandra Bryan (Michael); step-father of Brenda (deceased) (John) Johnson; grandfather of Jordan and Shaylin Morawetz, April Bryan, Scott (Angie) Johnson, Phillip (Samantha) Johnson, Sarah (Jonathan) Miller, Jason ...
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Forrest "Bud" Morawetz

December 6, 1931 - June 27, 2018

Forrest "Bud" Morawetz, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Beloved husband of Marie of 20 years; loving father of children Diana (Jim Major), Dennis (Lisa), Sandra Bryan (Michael); step-father of Brenda (deceased) (John) Johnson; grandfather of Jordan and Shaylin Morawetz, April Bryan, Scott (Angie) Johnson, Phillip (Samantha) Johnson, Sarah (Jonathan) Miller, Jason ...
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Patricia Downey

January 5, 1934 - June 27, 2018

Patricia Downey (nee Coyle) (1934-2018), passed away June 27, 2018 at age 84. Born in Lorain to William and Ellen (nee McAuley). She was preceded in death by her dear brothers William and Patrick, survived by Robert. Patricia (also known as Pat or Patsy) was the much beloved wife of the late William Downey; cherished mother of Kathleen Welsh (Daniel), Mary Maloney (Kevin), Brian Downey and...
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Irene Patricia Martin

February 16, 1954 - May 30, 2018

Irene Patricia Martin (nee English), age 64, of North Royalton, Ohio and formerly of Sheffield, Pennsylvania; beloved wife of Douglas Jay Martin for 32 years; loving sister of Pamela R. Lucks (David) and Jody E. Grolemund (Joseph); dear sister-in-law of Fred Martin, Jr. (Debi), Jack Martin (Diane), and Barb Phillips (Mark); aunt and cousin of many; daughter of the late Earl and Patricia (nee...
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Marion R. Taylor

May 10, 1927 - May 29, 2018

MARION R. TAYLOR, age 91 of Brook Park. Beloved husband of Pearl E. Taylor (nee Campbell) for 52 years; devoted father of Becka Buchanan (Ross), Marian Taylor, Verna Taylor, William Taylor, Rick Taylor (deceased) Ron Harsa, James Harsa (Chris) and Barry Harsa (deceased); loving grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 13; dear brother of Hilda Danley (deceased), Virginia Ropp, Janet Wikstrom ...
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Robert Carl Knaack

August 19, 1935 - May 17, 2018

Robert C. Knaack, age 82. Retired Chief of the Twinsburg, OH Police Department. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Mawby). Dear father of Jodee Jacobs (Scott), Kellee Shaw, Chip Knaack, Step-father of Jim Barry (Tara), Michael Barry (Tina) and Tricia Barry. Cherished grandfather of Joree Novotny (Ryan), Jason Jacobs (Lara), D.J. Sheen, Jessica Sheen, Jenna Sheen, Michael Barry Jr., Madeline Barry,...
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Frank John Normali

January 5, 1934 - May 15, 2018

Frank J. Normali "FJN," age 84, of Parma, Ohio; beloved husband of Marilyn L. Spillner (nee Lilley) for 19 years; loving father of Deborah (Alex), Dawn, Scott, and Diane (Paul); dear grandfather of Michelle, Nisa, Kera, Lauren, Robert, Iliana, Michael, and Marrianna, and great-grandfather of Korrina, Alexis, Jorin, and Bryan; son of the late Frank Normali, Sr. and Elsie and Ray Nickoson;...
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Randy Schmitz

December 15, 1961 - April 29, 2018

Randy J. Schmitz, age 56 of North Royalton; beloved son of the late Richard and Ethel; loving brother of Rick (Cheryl) and Scott; dear cousin of many. Passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018. He loved to travel when he was younger and video tape his experiences. Randy enjoyed all types of music. Services will be held Monday, May 7th at the BABITT-BUSCH FUNERAL HOME 9350 RIDGE RD, NORTH ROYALTON, OH at...
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Jason "Bird" Thomas Nocera

July 2, 1972 - April 19, 2018

Jason "Bird" Thomas Nocera, age 46, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 19, 2018. Jason is survived by Jane Plonski (Jefferey), and the late Tom Nocera. Brother of Luciano Nocera, Brian (Tawhnee) Plonski, Jason (Mindy) Plonski, and Kelly (Marty) Giles. Uncle to Jaden, Jocelyn, Grady, Braxton, Cristiano, and Brooklyn. Cousin, nephew, and friend to many. Services to be held at Babitt-Busch...
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Theresa E. Clouser

November 2, 1939 - April 12, 2018

THERESA E. CLOUSER (Nee Kammerdeiner), age 78; of Wilson, NY and North Royalton, OH. Beloved wife of the late Richard L., Mother of Richard (Debbie), Robert (Mary), Roger (Debbie) and the late Ira. Grandmother of Trisha, Mary, Alexis, Brandon, Arrien and Mindy. Great Grandmother of many. Sister of Jean Dell and the late Leonard. Passed away Thursday, April 12, 2018. Memorials may be forwarded to...
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Melvin Newbould

July 20, 1932 - March 29, 2018

Melvin Newbould of Parma, OH entered heaven peacefully surrounded by family on March 29, 2018 during his 85th year. Loving husband of the late Vera (nee Buck), father of Cindy Torkowski (the late John), Jeff (Denise), Steve (Francine) and Tom (Bonnie). Awesome grandfather to eleven and great grandfather to five. He served in the US Air Force during the Korean conflict and worked over 30 years at...
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Evelyn E. Radtke

May 20, 1924 - March 21, 2018

EVELYN E. RADTKE (NEE SIMMERER), 93 of North Royalton. Passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, March 21, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Ralph A. Radtke; dear mother of David A. Radtke, Susan Roush (Bob). Cherished grandmother of Christina and Brian. Loving sister of the late Elsie Lucht, Sterling Simmerer, Glenn Simmerer and Leona Louda. Evelyn was a member of Dorcas Guild at Royal Redeemer...
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David Michael Balogh

June 23, 1941 - March 20, 2018

David Michael Balogh, age 76, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved husband of Cynthia Balogh (nee Thomas ) for 54 years; loving father of Amy Liotta (Vince), and the late Deanna Lynn Balogh who passed away on March 16, 2018; dear grandfather of Kyle Liotta and Luke Liotta; cherished brother of Richard Balogh, Andrew Balogh (Cynthia), and Dennis Balogh (Patricia); and uncle of Dennis, Lori (Jayar),...
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Deanna Lynn Balogh

December 28, 1965 - March 16, 2018

Deanna Lynn Balogh, age 52, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved daughter of Cynthia Balogh (nee Thomas), and the late David M. Balogh who passed away on March 20, 2018; loving sister of Amy Liotta (Vince); dear aunt of Kyle Liotta and Luke Liotta; niece of Richard Balogh (Donna, deceased), Dennis Balogh (Patricia), Andy Balogh (Cynthia); and cousin of Dennis, Lori (Jayar), Kevin (Tiffany), Eleanor,...
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Paul A. Gerrick

September 3, 1948 - March 7, 2018

PAUL A. GERRICK, age 69 of North Royalton. Devoted father of Donald Gerrick and Amber Jacobson (Destry); loving grandfather of Gavin, Emma and Mae Jacobson; dearest son of the late Donald Gerrick and Anne Gerrick (nee Femec); dear brother of Sharon O'Boyle and Terry Gerrick; cherished uncle and friend of many. Paul was a proud Vietnam Veteran. Passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Friends may...
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Zoe Subtle

February 17, 1999 - March 4, 2018

Zoe Subtle, age 19, of North Royalton. Loving daughter of Clyde and Mary (Nee Bobich); niece of Antoinette Soroczak (Gerry), Jane Herrera (Rick), Mark Bobich (Kathy), Ed Bobich (Lilian) and Bill Bobich (Mindy); cousin of many and great niece of Josephine Kukla. Zoe was a 2017 Graduate of North Royalton. She was proud of the many hats she wore at Giant Eagle, North Royalton. Zoe loved animals,...
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Austin Hall

December 20, 1995 - February 1, 2018

Austin Raymond Hall, 22 of North Royalton, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018. He was born December 20, 1995. Austin is a 2017 graduate of North Royalton High School where he touched so many lives. His joy for life was evident to everyone who had the privilege to be a part of his life and he loved being involved in his community. Austin loved attending basketball and football games and...
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Mildred Evelyn "Millie" Nekoloff

April 8, 1932 - January 20, 2018

Mildred Evelyn "Millie" Nekoloff (nee Blaha), age 85, of North Royalton, Ohio; beloved wife of the late Joseph Frank Nekoloff who passed away in 2002; loving mother of Michael Nekoloff (Sandra) of Grove City, Ohio, Thomas Nekoloff (Elizabeth) of North Ridgeville, Ohio, and Susan Cano (Alberto, deceased) of Haskins, Ohio; dear grandmother of James, Nicole, Carmen, Christina, Kyle and Kory; sister...
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Alan T. Schafle

January 9, 1955 - January 12, 2018

ALAN T. SCHAFLE, age 63 of Richfield. Beloved husband of Jill E. Schafle (nee Morton) for 40 years. Devoted father of Christopher Schafle (Sarah) and Steven Schafle (Holly); loving grandfather of Noah, Willow and Maggie Schafle; cherished son of the late Edward Schafle, Anna Schafle and Grace Schafle; dear brother of John Schafle; dearest uncle and friend of many. Alan was the proud owner of...
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Florence Marie McGraw

December 28, 1922 - December 28, 2017

Florence M. McGraw (nee Delmonico), age 95, of Cleveland, Ohio; beloved wife of the late Glen McGraw; loving mother of Glen K. McGraw (Nancy); dear grandmother of Glen K. McGraw, Jr., Monica G. Lyons (Tony), Adam R. McGraw, Kelly L. Bosworth (Kyle), Joseph J. Lilak (Jenna), Stephen B. Lilak (Breanne), and Kelly A. Lilak, and great-grandmother of 6; sister of the late Elizabeth Anderson (Louis,...
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Barbara Ann Urban

October 2, 1952 - December 28, 2017

Barbara Ann Urban (nee Johnstone), 65, of North Royalton, beloved wife of 25 years to Jeffrey; step-mom to Jason and Aimee Urban and Sara Slaughter; Nana of 10 grandchildren; daughter of the late Tom L. and Elizabeth May Johnstone; sister of Thomas Johnstone (Donna); Joan Johnstone, and Kenneth Johnstone (Tracey); aunt of Ian Johnstone (Tiffany), Kyle Johnstone, Cameron Johnstone, Rebecca...
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Jack Phiel

January 21, 1940 - December 25, 2017

JACK E. PHIEL, age 77 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Beverly (nee Meier) for 50 years. Dear father of Tamara Weitzner (Ross) and Perry Phiel (Megan); loving grandfather of Colin, Austin, Zoe and Oscar; dear brother of Barbara Killian (Kenneth, deceased) and Clara Walker (Robert, deceased); cherished uncle and friend of many. Passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017. Service at the funeral...
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Janice Cartwright

December 14, 1938 - December 23, 2017

Janice Cartwright (nee Ames), 79, beloved wife of Roger of 62 years; loving mother of Dale (Shari), Darrell (Peggy), Carol Wheeler (Daniel), Roger Jr. (Karen), Robert (Chris) and Richard (Denice); cherished grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of 3; sister of 3. Passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017. Janice was a first-grade teacher at Independence City Schools for 19 years. She was very...
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