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John W. Munk
Jun 20, 2024
JOHN W. MUNK JR., of Auburn Twp., age 80. Beloved husband of Patricia L. (nee Ondrejech); dear brother of Barbara (Fred) Deiss; uncle of Laura (Matthew) Sutter and Rachel Deiss. John enjoyed wood working and was a long-time employee of General Electric at Nela Park. Veteran, U.S. Navy. Friends and family received at CHURCH OF THE HOLY ANGELS, 18205 CHILLICOTHE...
Louise M. Evans
Jun 18, 2024
Louise Marie Evans, age 93, passed away on June 18, 2024. She was a long-time Geauga County resident and worked at The Geauga Times Leader as a journalist. Louise later became a registered nurse and worked her way to become the Director of Marymount Hospital’s Nursing School. She was a member of the Emerald Lake Community Association Board for many...
Lawrence F. Malik
Jun 17, 2024
Lawrence F. Malik, March 11, 1935 — June 17, 2024 (age 89) Lawrence Frank Malik, age 89, passed away peacefully at Cleveland Clinic on June 17, 2024, with his daughters by his side. Commonly known as “Larry”, he was a proud 1953 graduate of Benedictine High School and was a resident of Bedford for 23 years. Larry was born in...
Francesco A. Dottore
Jun 16, 2024
FRANCESCO A. DOTTORE age 93 of Garfield Heights, formerly of Chardon. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (nee Kent) for 35 years; loving father of Laura (Stan) Stewart, Frank Dottore Jr., John (Maribeth) Dottore, and Thomas (Mary Ann) Dottore; dearest brother of late Dominic, late Mary LaPonza, and late Josephine DeSantis; cherished grandfather of 7, treasured great-grandfather of 7, and...
Robert R Culp III
Jun 10, 2024
ROBERT R. CULP III age 62 recently of Massillon, formerly of Chagrin Falls entered into rest on June 10, 2024. Most loving father of Heather Lynn (Alek Allen) Culp, Danielle Nicole (Jarrod) Hattery, and David Russell (Olivia Brandt) Culp; dearest grandfather of Clayton, Dalton, Ava and Brantley; cherished son of Lynn (nee Thomas) and the late Robert Culp Jr.; dear...
Susan Gail Collins-Fury
Jun 7, 2024
In loving memory of Sue Collins, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. Born in New York to Bob and Dottie Collins, Sue's journey was marked by an indomitable spirit and dedication to personal fitness.
From an early age, Sue's charisma and boundless energy were evident. She pursued her education with fervor, excelling academically. As a personal...
Paul E Harris
Jun 4, 2024
Paul E. Harris, age 57, Bainbridge Twp, OH. He leaves behind his trusted partner in everything, beloved wife, Pam Krotzer. The son of Jennifer (Roddie) Hoffman and the late Ray E. Harris. Born and raised on the Howard Family Farm in Bainbridge Township, Paul spent his entire life striving to continue the legacy left by his parents and grandparents. Vernon and...
Charles John Kuczynski
Jun 3, 2024
Charles John Kuczynski, 89, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024 with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife Antoinette (Toni), they were married for 58 years. Loving father to Michelle (Brian) Stewart, Leeann (Erik) Eiben, and Darrin (Stephanie) Kuczynski. Grandfather to Larrin (Jason) Bryant, Lindsey (Marc) Elberson, Alex and Jack Eiben. Great grandfather...
Joanne Pawlowski
Jun 1, 2024
JOANNE PAWLOWSKI (nee Jindrich), age 89. Beloved wife of the late Albert V. Pawlowski; loving mother of Albert C. (Jessica); dearest grandmother of Chase. She was a long-time resident of Twinsburg and worked for the Twinsburg Banking Co. and the Twinsburg City Schools. All Services Private.
Katherine B. Fissel
May 31, 2024
Katherine B. Fissel (nee Bognar), age 91, recently of Florida. Loving mother of Paul (Eniko) Fissel of Middlefield; dearest grandmother of John, Frank and Sarah; dear sister of the late Agnes Tarjan. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, June 7 at St. Emeric Church, 1860 W. 22nd St. at 11 A.M. Friends will be received at church from 10 A.M....
JoAnne Branks
May 29, 2024
JoAnne (nee Wills) Branks, age 93, entered her Savior’s presence on May 29, 2024. JoAnne was the sixth of the eight children of Dayton coal dealer J.L. Wills and his wife Helen. At age fourteen, JoAnne attended a church camp at Beulah Beach where she met her future husband, William Branks. JoAnne and Bill married in 1951 and moved to...
Carol A Kestranek
May 21, 2024
Carol A. Kestranek, age 83, of Bedford, passed away on May 21, 2024. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 16, 1940, and was the beloved daughter of the late Bernard and Alberta Duncan. Carol graduated from Maple Hts. High School and worked at Pick-n-Pay grocery store where she met and married the late Thomas Kestranek. Carol was preceded...
Henry Miranda
May 20, 2024
HENRY MIRANDA, age 99 of Bedford. Loving brother of Irene (late Ralph) Cook, Rita (late Lou) Duda, and the following deceased Helen Miranda, Florentino Miranda, John Miranda, Manuel Miranda, Carmen (late Buddy) Rose and Richard (Dolores) Miranda; dearest uncle and great uncle of many. He was a spiritual and humble man filled with peace and positivity toward life. His favorite...
Rita A. Flask
May 20, 2024
Rita A. Flask, age 95, passed away peacefully at MetroHealth Medical Center on Monday, May 20, 2024. She was a long-time resident of Bedford, Ohio and retired as a postal clerk from the Bedford Post Office. She was also a former owner of Bedford’s Glendale Sweet Shop and a long-time volunteer for Bedford Public Square events.
Rita was preceded in death...
Deborah M. Balestrieri
May 16, 2024
DEBORAH BALESTRIERI, age 66. Beloved daughter of the late Dolores Balestrieri (Mayzik) and Anthony. Cherished sister of Diane Friedl (Rick). Best friend for always and forever and adored Aunt of Molly Friedl (fiancé Chad McNamee). Not by birth, but “Mom” by choice of Tommy Romeo, who she loved and took in as her own, as well as his children. Very...
Mark A. Shump
May 15, 2024
Mark Alan Shump, age 75, passed away on May 15, 2024. He was a long-time resident of Bedford Heights and a proud Army Vietnam Veteran. Mark was extremely passionate about his wife, his children, his family, his country, and his President Donald J. Trump. Anyone was blessed to know him. He wouldn’t think twice about helping others anyway that he...
Phyllis J. Dobson
May 13, 2024
Phyllis Jean (nee Garvin) Dobson, age 86, of Bedford, passed away peacefully May 13, 2024, at The Dolan Center for Dementia Care at Heather Hill in Chardon, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde T. Garvin and Mildred K. (nee Ware) Garvin, and her daughter, Debra J. Lloyd. She is survived by her ex-husband, William J. Dobson;...
Martin A Tkac Jr.
May 11, 2024
MARTIN A. TKAC JR., age 91 of Parma, formerly of Cleveland. Cherished son of the late Martin A. Sr. and Alice M. (nee Small); loving brother of the late Leo B. and late Christine D. Tkac; dear nephew of Helen and the late Michael L. Tkac; cousin of Rosemarie Pesti and Lawrence J. Tkac; uncle and cousin to many. Veteran,...
Edmund J. Reinart
May 9, 2024
EDMUND J. REINART age 75 of Bainbridge Twp. Beloved husband of Janie (nee Vayo); loving father of Tracy (Jason) Forck, James (Kristy), Katie (B.J.) Blanchette, Joseph (Katie) and Meme (Matt) Wagner “Ed’s Favorite;” dearest grandfather of Katlyn, Gavin, Mason Forck, Jack and Hannah Colwell, Sunny and Oscar Reinart, Chase, Clara and Madeline Blanchette, Joseph Jr., Owen and Nicholas Reinart, and...
Martin F. Toth
May 8, 2024
MARTIN F. TOTH age 87 of Bedford Heights. Beloved husband of Audrey (nee Kukas); loving father of late Martin and Christie and Catherine (Eric) Stoneman, Joseph Mason, Michele (Dwayne) Wimer, and Teresa (late Larry) Mills; dearest grandfather of Cherilyn (Nick) Guidi, Chrystal (Rob) Oravetz, Stephen (Shelby) Stoneman, Cherise (Chaz) Slaby, late Jessica Mason, Breanna (Rodrigo) Contreras, Michael (Claire) Pickett, and...
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