Busch Funeral and Crematory Services

Since 1905, The Busch Family has had a strong commitment to the families and communities we serve. Now in or fourth generation of family ownership we continue to be the most preferred for funeral, burial and cremation services. Many funeral homes advertise cremation services, but that does not mean they provide crematory services on site. Busch Funeral and Crematory Services has an on premises crematory and have certified staff that personally manage the entire cremation process. Our Care Center provides 24/7 care for your loved one assuring you your loved one never leaves our care. Our dedicated professionals provide families with a greater level of care, comfort and accountability.

Our staff is courteous and sympathetic ...Our facilities are comfortable and spotless...our services are handled with dignity and respect. We provide you with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with any of our professional services or facilities, you will not be charged for that particular service.

Thank you for placing your trust and confidence in us.

Respectfully,
James H. Busch and J. Mark Busch
4th Generation Funeral Directors


Our Obituaries

James B. Gaylord

December 28, 1920 - June 11, 2013

James B. Gaylord, 92 of Rocky River has joined his late wife, Therese M. (nee Kroft), who left us in 2007. Father of James A. (Emily), Jon C. (Karen) and Jeffery D. (Mary); grandfather of Anne, Jeremy, Andrew and Matthew. Passed away June 11, 2013. Memorial donations can be made to Grace Hospice, 16600 Sprague Rd., Middleburg Hts., OH 44130. A date for a memorial service is to be announced....
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Cheryl A. Schultz

July 11, 1962 - June 9, 2013

Cheryl A. Schultz, 50, of Rocky River; daughter of Lois Wright and the late Danial Schultz; sister of Danial and James Schultz and Lo Ann Cargo; passed away peacefully on June 9, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. A Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, June 13, at 7:30pm. Friends may call at the Busch Funeral Home, 21369 Center Ridge Rd., Fairview Park, OH on...
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Josephine LaPonza

May 29, 1921 - June 8, 2013

Josephine LaPonza, beloved wife of the late Andrew. Dear mother of Ida Morgan (Russell), Linda Green, Sam (Judith), Andrew (Barbara) and Joseph. Grandmother and great grandmother of many. Passed away Saturday June 8, 2013. Memorials may be forwarded to Holy Family Home, 6707 State Road, Parma, OH 44134. Private services were held. 440-333-9774 www.buschfuneral.com
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Margaret E. Hirz

November 28, 1927 - June 3, 2013

Margaret E "Peggy" Hirz (nee Keszeg), age 85; wife of the late Stephen Nemeth, Jr. and the late Leonard Hirz; loving mother of Carla Katzke (Greg) of Denver, Co and the late Gary S Nemeth (Heidi); grandmother of Summer Rhee (Eugene), Audrey Nemeth, Paul Nemeth, and the late Dulcy Sacan (Ahmet); great grandmother of Kayra Sacan, Alyssa Rhee and Frederick Nickel; Step-mother of Tom (Dee), Bob ...
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John Stetz

November 23, 1921 - June 1, 2013

John Stetz was born in Port Homer Ohio to immigrant Czechoslovakian parents in 1921. He moved with his family to Cleveland when he was a young boy. John enlisted with the U.S. Army and served in the Signal Corp on the island of Tinian during World War II where he was awarded the bronze star. While there, he volunteered to serve as chaplains assistant to minister to a group of Korean people...
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Wilma Joanne Solich

March 6, 1935 - May 20, 2013

Wilma Joanne Solich (nee Weller), age 78, of Brook Park, beloved wife of the late Richard F.; dear mother of Richard Jr., Robert, William, Therese Kraus "Tracy" (Mark), and Jenifer; loving grandmother of Sarah Kraus; sister of the late William M. Weller; daughter of the late William M. and Josephine T. Weller (nee Godish); sister-in-law of Joseph Eugene Solich (Donna), Bernard Solich ...
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Warren D. Bruce

March 12, 1950 - April 23, 2013

Warren D. Bruce "JACK", 63, beloved life partner of Sean P. Rodgers for 16 years; cherished life long friend of Kathy Goodhead. Loving father of Jeremy Bruce (Melissa), Jeff Bruce, Jennifer (Darik) Trnavsky (nee Bruce). Grandfather of Ericka, Jonny, Emily and Abigail. Preceeded in death by his parents Warren H. and Francis Bruce (nee Smith) and his sisters Dolly and Pat. Passed away April 23,...
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Edward F. Simmonds

July 24, 1931 - April 21, 2013

Edward F. Simmonds, 81, of Olmsted Township; beloved husband of Carol (nee Haley); father of Denise Luciano (John) and the late Edward Jr,; grandfather of Jonathan, Jeremy, Jordan, Jessica (Chuck), Rachel and Eddie; great-grandfather of Nicholas, Jacob, Abbey, Madeline, Skylar and the late Nathaniel. Brother of 6. Passed away Sunday, April 21. Memorial contributions may be made to the Berea...
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Jane Molin Huffman

February 13, 1917 - April 20, 2013

Jane Molin Huffman, 96, of Rocky River, formerly of Lakewood, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013. Beloved wife for 68 years of William L. Huffman, MD (deceased); dear mother of Elizabeth Huffman Brower (Robert), David F. Huffman (Julia) and the late Peter M. Huffman and William L. Huffman, Jr. (Ann-living); grandmother of Elizabeth Horwatt (John), William III, Leslie Bosso (Jeremy), Lauren,...
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Gary E. Gresko

June 19, 1950 - April 17, 2013

Gary E. Gresko, 62, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2013 at Malachi House surrounded by his family, Rob Hunter, Gregg Gresko (Julie), Gloria Gresko and Gail Gresko. Gary was the dearest uncle of Erika (David), Gary (Vanessa), Matthew (Carissa), Luke, Rachel and Cristine; great uncle of Scarlett, Camille, Aaron and Cole. Preceeded in death by his parents George and Geneva, brother George...
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Victor J. Bandwen

November 11, 1918 - April 12, 2013

Victor J. Bandwen, 94; beloved husband of 72 years of Rose (nee Fontana). Dear father of Thomas (Karen), and Vicki Fazekas (Wayne). Grandfather of Michelle Bohrer (Mike), Thomas (Lisa) and Michael (Amy). Great grandfather of 9. Brother of the late Mary Doty, Fannie, Vita, Patrick and Vincent. Passed away Thursday April 11, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Christopher Church Tuesday...
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Rodney Brian Burke

December 23, 1942 - April 10, 2013

Rodney Brian Burke, 70, of Lakewood; life partner of Kirk Storm; son of the late Willis Burke and Norma Burke (nee Bakke); brother of Pamela Smith (Walter) and the late Audrey Sylvester; uncle of many. Passed away April 10, 2013. Rod was an employee for United Airlines as a flight attendant for 33 years, and his passion was the time he spent as an actor in movies and on television. ...
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Eugene Hyshak

October 25, 1926 - April 10, 2013

Eugene Hyshak, 86, of Westlake, beloved husband of Catherine (nee McCormick); grandfather of 5; brother of Irene Vladuchick; uncle and friend of many. Passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Memorial Mass to be held Saturday, April 20th, 10:00am, at St. Clarence Church, 30106 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted, 44070. 440-333-9774 www.buschfuneral.com
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George T. Garden

May 23, 1927 - April 8, 2013

GEORGE T. GARDEN, 92, of Rocky River, died April 8, 2013. Survivors are: dear friend and companion, Gretchen Clutterbuck, daughter, Holly, of Columbus, sons, Lloyd, of Denver, CO and Alan, of Cleveland, grandchildren Atticus, Lloyd Jr. and Sarah, cousins and nieces, and wife, Edie, from whom he was separated. Honoring his wishes there will be no services held now, but a get-together is planned...
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Edna J. Jensen

August 5, 1921 - April 6, 2013

Edna J. Jensen, 91, of Westlake; beloved wife of the late Fred M. Standen and Carl E. Jensen; dear mother of Janet Tischer (Rolf), Kenneth Standen (Paula), and Roger Standen (Rachel); step-mother of Barry C. Jensen (Sandra); grandmother of 6; step-grandmother of 2; great-grandmother of 8; sister of the late Alice Kimmich and Doris Norris. Passed away Saturday, April 6, 2013. Memorial...
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Cynthia M. Myers

January 29, 1943 - April 3, 2013

Cynthia Myers (nee Myrick), 70, of Bay Village; beloved wife of Allan; loving mother of Bradley and Christopher (Jennifer); devoted grandmother of Alexandria and Samantha; dear sister in law of John Myers (Bobbie) and Martha Myers. Cynthia leaves behind many loyal friends who loved her dearly. Her family is comforted knowing that she is with her beloved mother, Glenna Lynn Myrick. Passed away...
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Carol E. Meissner

October 21, 1936 - April 2, 2013

Carol E. Meissner (nee Somogy), 76, of Olmsted Falls, beloved wife of David; devoted mother of Todd and Craig; loved by many. Passed away, Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Memorial donations are suggested to the Gathering Place, 23300 Commerce Park, Cleveland, Ohio 44122. Memorial service to be held at 11:00am on Saturday, April 6, at the Olmsted Community Church, 7853 Main St., Olmsted Falls, 44138....
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Margie L. Jones

March 9, 1928 - April 1, 2013

Margie L. Jones, 85, of Bay Village; loving mother of Michael Kovalik (Chris), Steven Kovalik (Casey Courtright) and John Kovalik; grandmother of Kimberly, Scott, Kristen, and Kandice; great-grandmother of Madison, Caiden and Kiera; sister of Harold Jones (Michelle). Passed away Monday, April 1, 2013. Memorial contributions may be forwarded to the American Cancer Society, Ohio Division,...
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Ruth A. Patrick

January 4, 1930 - March 31, 2013

Ruth A. Patrick (nee McCarthy), 83. Beloved wife of 64 years of Edward. Dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Passed away March 31, 2013. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Richard Church in North Olmsted at 9:30 on Wednesday, April 3,2013 440-333-9774 www.buschfuneral.com
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Raymond L "Moe" Caruso

July 2, 1927 - March 30, 2013

Raymond L. "Moe" Caruso, 85, of Rocky River. Beloved husband of Marcia (nee Misamore). Father of Anne Koson, Jay Caruso, Daniel Caruso, and Ellen Fatica (Paul). Grandfather of Valerie Koson, Julia Fatica, Michelle Fatica, and Molly Caruso. Brother of the late Louise Spagnuolo and Tom Caruso. Passed away Saturday March 30, 2013. Memorials may be forwarded to Hospice of the Western Reserve, ...
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Clara I. "Kaye" Zahorcak

September 27, 1922 - March 26, 2013

Clara I. Zahorcak "Kaye" (nee Motul), 90, of Strongsville, beloved wife of the late Paul; loving mother of Paul (Amy), Donna Reese (George), Carol Gibbons (Walter), and Kenneth (Jayne); devoted grandmother of Paul " P.J.", Kelly Bishop (Bill), Renee Scheck (Darren), Michael Reese (Brigid) and Allison; great-grandmother of Sandy, Fran, Gavin, Dylan and Maura; cherished sister of Dolores and the...
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John Leonard Beckman

July 22, 1952 - March 22, 2013

John Leonard Beckman, 60, beloved son of Roberta L. (recently departed) and Virden C. Beckman; partner of Steven Catan, (deceased 1996). Passed away at his home in Cleveland. Dear brother of Karl (Cass), V. Clark Jr., William (Dianne), Mary Ann Laughlin (Drew). Loving uncle of Sean Beckman, Rachel Laughlin, Andrew Laughlin, Kristina Beckman. Member of numerous church and community...
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Frederick Joseph Scholz

July 4, 1923 - March 18, 2013

Frederick J. Scholz, 89, of Rocky River; devoted husband of the late Alice (nee Ikuta); loving brother of Eleanor Balog of Kirtland and twin of the late Charles F. "Chuck" : well loved uncle and great-uncle of many; brother in law of the Ikuta family. Army Air Corp Veteran of WWII. Passed away on Monday, March 18, 2013. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cleveland Orchestra, 11001...
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Marie Brinkman

March 30, 1927 - March 14, 2013

Marie Brinkman (nee Becks), 85, of Rocky River; beloved wife of the late Lawrence G. (Larry); cherished mother of Dale (Eileen), Dan (Julie) and David (Kristie); loving grandmother of Chris, Kelly (Derek), Alex, Abby, Amie and Morgan; dear sister of Art Becks (Kathryn) and the late Ray Becks (Helen). Passed away Thursday, March 14, 2013. Memorial donations may be made to Ames Family Hospice...
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William Daniel Carle III

May 31, 1929 - March 12, 2013

William Daniel Carle, III, age 83, passed away in Lakewood, Ohio on March 12, 2013. The son of William D. Carle Jr. and Ann Ayers Carle, he was born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 31, 1929. He grew up in Elyria and Wellington before moving to Lakewood in 19¬¬¬52. Mr. Carle's life and interests were always tied to the Great Lakes. At age 16, he had his first taste of life on the water when he...
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Jean Cawein

March 10, 2013

Jean Cawein (nee Rentz), 85, of Rocky River; beloved wife of the late Donald. Loving mother of Jill Hopkins (John), Tom (Margaret), Jane Cammann (Chuck Engle) and the late Timothy. Devoted grandma of Laurel Larson (Matt), Kyle and Hanna Hopkins, Martha Brewer Motley (Scott), Claire Cawein. Dear sister, aunt and adopted Grandma Jean to many. Jean was the eternal optimist, generous, friendly...
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Lucille V. Deter

December 23, 1922 - March 9, 2013

Lucille V. Deter (nee May), beloved wife of the late Edwin F. Deter; loving mother of Cynthia D. (Bill) Johnson; grandmother of Peter, Alec and Jenner; twin sister of Lillian Steele; aunt of Lesley and Linda Steele; great aunt of Nicole and Nathan; cousin of Joanne Roads. Passed away on Saturday, March 09, 2013. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be forwarded to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O....
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Robert C. Reddish

June 14, 1935 - March 9, 2013

Robert C. Reddish, age 77, of North Ridgeville, beloved husband of Kathryn J. "Kitty" Reddish (nee Ginter); loving father of Denise Pratt (Richard), Doreen Reddish, Deborah Strayer (John), Daniel Reddish (Cyndia), Dawn Madias (John), Dana Claudio (John), and Kristen Schroll (Michael); grandfather of 18, great-grandfather of 4; dear brother of Carol Malloy (James) and Thomas Reddish (Susan);...
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Alma George Akoury

March 11, 1927 - March 5, 2013

Alma Akoury (nee George), 85, of Fairview Park; beloved wife of the late James R. Dear mother of Joseph (Monica), Sarah Wilmink (Joseph), James Jr., Theresa Zarnoski (Greg). Grandmother of Nicholas (Nichole),Regina (Dave), Jessica, Robert, Melanie, Nathan. Great grandmother of Tommy, Troy, Pricilla, Gage, Audry, Madison, Hannah and James. Sister of Jenny Sadallah, and the late Amelia George...
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Mary Vadas Reese

November 5, 1933 - March 1, 2013

Mary Vadas Reese (nee Inouye), age 79. Dear mother of John Henry G. Vadas (Stacey Bertke): wife of Carl Joseph Reese and the late Kenneth G. Vadas; daughter of the late George and Coletta Inouye; leaves behind her beloved dog Sparky. Mary was a very calm and serene person. She lived on Japanese Interment Camp in CA as a child, her father was Japanese. She moved to Cleveland with her Irish...
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Alice K. Windahl

April 24, 1934 - February 24, 2013

Alice K. Windahl (nee Klein), 78, of Rocky River, beloved wife of 52 years of Ronald C.; dear mother of Jeff (Stacy), Steve (Terri), and Dave (Katie); loving grandmother of Matt, Haley, Leah, Erika, Mitchell and Cassi; sister of Charles M. Klein, M.D.; aunt of Janet Klein (Steve Kalata). Fearless and faith-filled, Alice battled pancreatic cancer for eleven months. She passed away peacefully and...
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Richard H Winfield

January 9, 1920 - February 24, 2013

RICHARD H. WINFIELD, age 93; beloved husband of the late June (nee Kohl); loving father of Gary (Carol) and Terry (Donna); grandfather of Diane Noell, Gary Jr. (Tammy), Scott (Linda) and Grant; great-grandfather of Anthony (Danielle), Gary III (Susan, finacee), Nicholas (Gabriella), Amanda and Tyler; great great-grandfather of Hayley, Farrah, Emilia, Brennan and Audrey; brother of the late Donald...
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Judson W. Graab

April 28, 1923 - February 18, 2013

Judson Warren Graab, age 89 passed away on February 18, 2012. Born in Lakewood , Ohio in 1923, he grew up in Lakewood and graduated from Lakewood High School. Following High School. Judson attended Ohio Wesleyan University where he majored in chemistry and was a member of Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity. Judson's time at Ohio Wesleyan was interrupted by his service in the US Army during World War...
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Gary E. Dixon

March 30, 1955 - February 15, 2013

Gary E. Dixon, 57, lived in Rocky River his entire life. He graduated from Rocky River High School in 1973 and from Ohio University in 1977. Gary loved the water and anything outdoors including fishing, hunting, golf and boating. Another favorite was playing cards with his friends. He was the loving husband for 35 years of Kathryn "Kitty" (nee Van Uum) and the devoted father of Katelyn Euga ...
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Donald T.S. Foye

April 7, 1934 - February 15, 2013

Donald T. S. Foye, Age 78, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, after a long illness. Devoted husband of 56 years to Helen Yvonne (nee Craffey); beloved father of Michael, Jeffrey (Rebecca Zayed), Scott (Amy Piesen), Yvette Kavouras (Michael, deceased), Theodore (Mary Taylor), Danielle Stuby (Jim) and Patrick (Michelle Berty); preceded in death by his father John T. Foye and...
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Stephen Arnold Lane

November 21, 1952 - February 7, 2013

Stephen A. Lane, 60, of Gresham, Oregon, passed away on February 7, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Lane, and step father, Dr. Fred C. Sutton. He is survived by his son, Samuel Albertsen, his mother, Clarissa Sutton, his brothers, Robert (Vicky), Phillip, and Eric (Amy) Lane, and nieces, Keeley Walsh, and Sophia Lane. Steve Served in the United States Marine Corps from...
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Nancy C. Wamsley

June 8, 1927 - February 3, 2013

Nancy C. Wamsley (nee Calhoun), 85, passed away February 3, 2013. A long time resident of Rocky River, Mrs. Wamsley was a 1945 graduate of Laurel School, and a 1949 graduate of Skidmore College. After graduation, her career took her to Pickands Mather Corporation where she was the administrative assistant to Pete Hoyt. She was a board member of the Children's Aide Society, involved with...
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Margaret Jerman Thompson

December 18, 1915 - January 25, 2013

Margaret J. Thompson (nee Jerman), 97, of Rocky River, formerly of Buffalo, NY. Died January 25, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Everett L. Thompson; loving mother of Barbara Morrison (Paul, deceased), and the late William E. Thompson; dear grandmother of Andrew Morrison (Teresa) and Amy Papp (Ed); cherished Gigi of Eddie, Jonah and Elise Papp. The family would like to thank her two devoted...
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Louis Buza, Sr.

May 16, 1923 - January 25, 2013

Louis Buza, Sr., 89, of Westlake, beloved husband of Gizella (nee Rabensteiner); dear father of Erika Martin (Randy), Louis, Jr. (Linda), Jill Jones, and Alex Sr. (Laura); loving grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 8. Passed away January 25, 2013. Prayer Service at the funeral home, Wednesday, January 30, 9:45am, followed by 10:30am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Catholic Church...
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Alfred A. "Freddie" Paul

July 9, 1927 - January 22, 2013

Alfred "Freddie" A. Paul, 85, of Lakewood, Ohio; longtime companion for 47 years of Joan Perotti (deceased) and her son John W. Perotti; dear brother of 12 deceased siblings, Mary DiMarino (Nunzio), Ann Greiner, Alva Kleckner (Chikey), Dante Paul (Helen), Ida Trainer (Tom), Paul Polidore (Johnny), Stella Vasey (Ralph, surviving), Emma Thacker (Denver), Irene Jenkins (Arthur), Florence Halener ...
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James Patrick Mylett

May 27, 1928 - January 21, 2013

James P. Mylett "Jimmy", 84; beloved husband for 53 years of Sally (nee Guiselman); dear father of James T., Mark A. (Mary) and Gregg (Kristin); loving grandfather of Patrick, Daniel, Jennifer, Hailey and Ethan; son of the late John and Cecilia (nee Kilbane); brother of the late Jack (Margaret surviving). Passed away on January 21, 2013. Mr. Mylett was a lifelong resident of Rocky River,...
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Roberta Louise Beckman

September 18, 1921 - January 19, 2013

Roberta Louise Beckman (nee Hummell), 91 of North Olmsted; beloved wife for 65 years of Virden C. Beckman. Dear mother of Karl F. (Cass), John L., V. Clark Jr., William R (Dianne), Mary Ann R. Laughlin (Drew). Loving grandmother of Sean Beckman, Rachel Laughlin, Andrew Laughlin, Kristina Beckman. Sister of the late Hazel Heishman, Mary Rainier, Dorothy Jean Schlesselman Oyler, daughter of Dr....
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Ewa H. Pezacka

May 22, 1949 - January 16, 2013

Ewa H. Pezacka of Lakewood, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late Jerzy. Passed away on January 16. 2013. Private Service to be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 5:00pm at BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 21369 Center Ridge Rd. in Fairview Park. www.buschfuneral.com 440-333-9774
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Fern Shannon Bollinger

February 1, 1920 - January 16, 2013

Fern Bollinger (nee Shannon), 92, of Avon Lake, beloved wife of the late Rev. Victor Noel Bollinger; dear mother of Glenda Madden (Rev. Thomas), and the late Carol Sue O'Riley; devoted grandmother of Shannon Madden, Stephen Madden (Sara), Jeremy Zeigel, Cory O'Riley (Kara), Shea O'Riley, Sheena Gaines (Justin), and the late Brendan O'Riley; great-grandmother of Madysen, Brendan, JayLynn, Damion,...
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Elizabeth "Betty" M. Skapin

November 29, 1921 - January 14, 2013

Elizabeth "Betty" M. Skapin, 91, of Fairview Park; beloved sister of Frank Skapin (Barbara) and the late Fred Skapin, Jr.; loving aunt of Sharon Eyman (Craig) and Mark Skapin (Tracie). Passed away on January 14, 2013. Prayers will be at the funeral home on Thursday, January 17, at 9:30am followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 at St. Angela Merici Church,. 20970 Lorain Rd., Fairview...
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William Lyman Huffman

March 5, 1918 - January 12, 2013

Dr. William L. Huffman, MD, 94, of Rocky River, formerly of Lakewood, passed away, Saturday, January 12, 2013. Beloved husband of Jane Molin Huffman; dear father of Elizabeth Huffman Brower (Robert), David Huffman (Julia) and the late Peter Huffman and William L. Huffman, Jr. (Ann, survives); grandfather of Elizabeth Horwatt (John), William, III, Leslie Bosso (Jeremy), Lauren, Rebecca, Matthew...
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Dorothy D. Graab

January 26, 1927 - January 3, 2013

Dorothy Dietrich Graab, age 85 passed away on January 2, 2012. Born in Wheeling, West Virginia during January of 1927, Dorothy Dietrich grew up in the Sun Addition of Warwood, a neighborhood in Wheeling, W.V. Dorothy was a graduate of Warwood High School where she played oboe and glockenspiel in the band and graduated as valedictorian in 1944. After graduation, she enrolled at Northwestern...
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Robert R. Wilson

November 12, 1936 - December 20, 2012

Robert Raymond Wilson, 76, of Rocky River; beloved husband of Mary Lu (nee Fox); loving father of Frederick H. (Elissa Morgante), Molly (Tom) Coletta and the late Robert H.; devoted Bumpa of Alex, Hannah, and Issy Wilson, and Michael and Emily Coletta; dear brother of the late Nancy Lynes and son of the late Robert P. and Grace E. (nee Kuntz) Wilson. Passed away December 20, 2012. Founder of...
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Geraldine "Gerry" McGovern

June 22, 1928 - December 18, 2012

Geraldine E. "Gerry" McGovern (nee Rathbun), 84; beloved wife of the late Patrick A.; loving mother of Terrence McGovern (Kim), Maureen Eagle (Bob), Kurt McGovern (Julie), Patrick McGovern (Therese) and Timothy McGovern (Kate); grandmother of Sean, Blaine, Kyle, Kelly, Shannon, Matthew, Kerry, Brendan and Alyson. Passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2012. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be...
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Jeanette M. Carney

December 17, 1916 - December 16, 2012

Jeanette M. Carney (nee Cleary), 96. Beloved wife of the late James M. Carney. Dear mother of James M. Carney Jr. (Elisabeth). Loving grandmother of James M. Carney III; sister of the late Leona Grossman Mone and Irene Cardell; aunt of John J., James A., and Joseph D. Carney, Jean Carney Hagen, William (also known as Brother Nathaniel), Robert Grossman, and Robert Cardell. Mrs. Carney was...
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Helena Patricia Mavrolas

August 16, 1925 - December 11, 2012

Helena Patricia Mavrolas, a life-long resident of the Cleveland area, passed away on December 11, 2012. Helen was born on August 16, 1925 in Cleveland Ohio. She graduated from John Hay High School and attended Ohio State University in journalism. Helen married the late Leon N. Mavrolas in 1947 and raised three children: Pamela Mavrolas, Cathy Mavrolas and Steven Mavrolas. In addition to...
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Timothy J. Carroll

December 10, 1941 - December 8, 2012

Tim Carroll was born December 10, 1941 to Richard and Kathleen Carroll in Cleveland, OH. He graduated from Cathedral Latin High School and then University of Dayton in 1965. He met and married Mary Kay Fahrendorf and they were the proud parents of three children. Tim was the owner of C & K Manufacturing in Westlake, OH for more than 30 years. He was a member of the Cleveland Yachting Club...
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Joanne Ranney

December 7, 2012

Joanne D. Ranney (nee Homer), age 79. Joanne was born August 31, 1933 in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Harry and Sylvia Christensen. At ane early age her parents separated and she moved to Waukegan, Illinois where she was raised. Joanne spent her childhood enjoying girl scouts, camping and horseback riding. While in Waukegan "Jo" was adopted by her stepfather, Edward Homer, and the family...
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Robert J. Clark

September 11, 1920 - December 7, 2012

Robert J. Clark had a long life, well lived, full of grace and humor. His gentlemanly ways warmed the hearts of those who had the pleasure to know him. Whether it be his master poolside grilling skills or concocting the perfect Bloody Mary, he did so for the delight of others. A WWII veteran, a loving husband and father, a grandfather full of song and rhyme, and a great-grandfather who...
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Marshell Shelly Doyle

December 3, 2012

MARSHELL "SHELLY" DOYLE. Age 29. Dear mother of William Serenity and Sapphire. Dear daughter of Barbara Papa (Gerald) (nee Bohn). Sister of Ken and Kevin Weichel (Kristen), Destini Papa (Nate) and Jerry Papa. Granddaughter of Mary Bohn and the late Raymond Bohn, Raymond and Doris Stanaszek and Dorothy Papa. Niece, Aunt and cousin to many. Memorials may be forwarded in her name to a memorial...
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Joe Dale Dareing

July 30, 1941 - November 27, 2012

Joe Dale Dareing, 71, of Cumming, GA died on November 27, 2012. Born on July 30, 1941 in Springfield, MO he was the son of the late Bennie Clyde and Hazel Dareing. He was raised in Miami, OK and was a 1959 graduate of Miami High School. Joe attended Northeastern Oklahoma A&M and graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1963 where he was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. ...
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Doris C. Wright

November 13, 1919 - November 22, 2012

Doris C. Wright (nee Ratzel), 93, of Cleveland, beloved wife of the late Sidney H.; loving mother of Barbara "Bonnie" Becker (Alan); devoted grandmother of Ross (Jennifer); dear sister of the late Mildred Cottier; aunt of Renee Thomas. Passed away on November 22, 2012. Doris enjoyed gardening, travel, duplicate bridge, reading and participating in Forest City Rainbow Girls and Eastern Stars. She...
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Emery P. Halasy

April 24, 1925 - November 19, 2012

Emery P. Halasy, age 87; treasured husband of the late Christine (nee Masterson). Adored father of Sherry and Jeffery A. (Carole). Dear grandfather of Kristy Margaret and Jeffery Brian. Brother of Carl (Donna). U.S. Navy Veteran WWII. Passed away peacefully at home on Monday November 19, 2012. Memorials may be forwarded to the Holy Family Home 6707 State Road, Parma, OH 44134. Private...
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Helen "Pidge" Tusin

March 27, 1941 - November 17, 2012

Helen "Pidge" Tusin (nee Ackerman), 71, of Rocky River, beloved wife for 51 years of Albert S.; loving mother of Albert, III "Chip", Carol Tusin-Weber (Bob), and Charles; devoted grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of 2. Passed away November 17, 2012. Memorial service to be announced at a later date. Cremation by Busch crematory. www.buschfuneral.com 440-333-9774
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Joyce Ann Gang

August 3, 1930 - November 16, 2012

Joyce Ann Gang (nee Harris), 82, of Fairview Park, beloved wife of the late Dudley; loving mother of Cathy "Crystal" Reedy, Daniel (Cyndi), David (Ginny), Jeffrey (Bonnie) and Dudley Jr.; devoted grandmother of Seaaira and Benjamin Reedy and Adrienne, Danielle, Patrick, Thomas, David, Ashley and Caitlin Gang; Great-grandmother of Nolan; sister of the late Barbara Miller and David Harris. Passed...
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June A Winfield

June 20, 1923 - November 16, 2012

June A. Winfield (nee Kohl) of Rocky River; beloved wife of Richard; mother of Gary (Carol) and Terry (Donna); grandmother of Diane Noell, Gary, Jr. (Tammy), Scott (Linda) and Grant; great-grandmother of Anthony (Danielle), Gary III, Nicholas (Gabriella), Amanda and Tyler; great-great grandmother of Hayley, Farrah, Emilia, Brennan and Audrey; brother of Murry "Tom" Kohl (Dorothy "Dot"); aunt...
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Janet E. Ward

December 30, 1925 - November 14, 2012

Janet Ward (nee Seaman), 86 of Rocky River; beloved wife of the late Donald R. Ward; loving mother of Donald S. (Christine) and Diane; devoted grandmother of Matthew, Jonathan, Laura and Libby; sister of the late John W. "Jack" Seaman (Bettye, surviving). Passed away November 14, 2012. Memorials may be forwarded to The American Heart Association, 1689 E. 115th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106. ...
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Arlene H. Thiel

August 5, 1909 - November 13, 2012

Arlene H. Thiel, 103, of Cleveland; beloved wife of the late Raymond; loving mother of Connie Thiel and Barbara Thiel; dear aunt of many; passed away November 13, 2012. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cleveland Sight Center, 1909 E. 101st Street, Cleveland, OH. 44106 or to the Monastery of the Poor Clares, 3501 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44111. Prayer service will be at the BUSCH...
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Barbara Ann Haffner

February 6, 1936 - November 8, 2012

BARBARA ANN HAFFNER (Nee Benderman) Dear mother of Paula Haffner and Thomas Haffner. Sister of John Benderman. Former wife of Kenneth Haffner. Daughter of the late Urban and Ruth Benderman. Passed away Thursday November 8, 2012. Memorials may be forwarded to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval, Cleveland, OH 44106. Private services and interment will be held. Friends may...
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Richard "Steve" Mueller

October 1, 1946 - November 6, 2012

Richard "Steve" Mueller, 66, of Rocky River; husband of Lois Johnson Mueller; father of Halle Mueller Turner; brother of John Mueller Jr., Barbara "Bobbe" Rudge and Mary Jan "Molly" Mueller; cousin of William Mueller; son of the late John and Janis (nee Stevens) Mueller; uncle to many. Passed away November 6, 2012. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be forwarded to the ASPCA, 424 East 92nd...
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John C. Hauck, Jr.

December 11, 1935 - November 5, 2012

John C. Hauck Jr. "Jack", Age 76. Passed away November 5, 2012. Beloved husband of Twila (nee Buehler) and the late Janet (nee Fowler). Graduated from Miami University. Worked for Higbee's, G.D. Searle and finally his own business, Chuck Marine Supply. His passion for boating, boating safety and teaching was realized through his local membership in Rocky River Sail and Power Squadron and...
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Margaret I. Zbin

December 3, 1917 - November 5, 2012

Margaret I. Zbin (nee Takacs), 94, of Westlake, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late Theodore. Dear mother of Catherine A. Sautter (Robert), Ilona M. Owens (Thomas), and Susan M. Paroda (Donald). Grandmother of Heidi Randazzo (Donald), Jennifer Murchie (John), Patrick Owens and Michelle Robinson. Great grandmother of James, Katharine and John Randazzo. Sister of the late Theodore Takacs and...
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Janet S. Cummings

July 13, 1958 - November 4, 2012

Janet S. Cummings (nee Natallo), 54, of North Olmsted; beloved daughter of Pamela and the late Sam Natallo; loving mother of Michele Molls (Douglas) and Lauren Cummings; dear sister of Lee Martin, Sandra Propst, Linda Klancher, Pamela Quigley and the late Debra Doss. Passed away November 4, 2012. Memorial donations are suggested to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 6155 Rockside Rd., Ste 202,...
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Doris Arlene Juhlin

December 1, 1942 - November 2, 2012

Doris Arlene Juhlin, 69, of Fairview Park; loving daughter of the late Lawrence and Doris (nee South); dear sister of the late Lawrence (Marilyn, surviving); step-sister of Faye Durkee (Richard), Carol Vinton (Dan, deceased), Al Fisher (Ellen), Dave Fisher (Eleanor), and Jim Clark (Lois); aunt and great-aunt of many; beloved companion of her dog, Penny. Passed away November 2, 2012. Doris was an...
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Gloria Grace Czarny

July 4, 1919 - November 1, 2012

Gloria Grace Czarny, 93, of Cleveland; beloved wife of the late Joseph; loving mother of Cynthia, Jeffrey (Patricia), Joe, and Grace; devoted grandmother of Tammy, Jeff (Heidi), and Cathy (Shawn); great-grandmother of Morgan, Alexis, Breann, Jeffrey, Sydney, Jacob and Carson. Passed away peacefully on November 1, 2012. Gloria was born on the 4th of July, 1919, in Covelo, CA. She will be dearly...
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William Penning

May 23, 1921 - October 28, 2012

William Penning, age 91. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis (nee Johnson). Dear father of Jim (Susan), Scott (Fay) and Peg Neudeck (Tom). Grandfather of Ryan Penning (Katie), Melissa Swartwood (Charlie), Nick and Max Penning, Carlie Straub (Jim). Great grandfather of Alexa Penning, Sophie Swartwood, Isabel and Sophie Straub, and Sean Penning. Brother of the late Henrietta Gruizenga, Herman,...
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Edythe H. Adams

April 24, 1917 - October 27, 2012

EDYTHE H. ADAMS (Nee Gliebe) Age 95. Beloved wife of the late Richard J. Adams Sr. Dear mother of Timothy D. (Bonnie) , Richard J. Jr. (Suzan) and the late Allyn R. Sr. (Susan surviving). Grandmother of Allyn R. Jr. (Kimberly), Christian D. (Suzanne) and Katherine M. Kelly (Timothy). Great grandmother of Ryan & Colin Adams, Elizabeth & Emily Blesi , Molly & Samuel Kelly and Gage & Francisco...
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Lucy M. Bartell

September 27, 1931 - October 26, 2012

LUCY M. BARTELL (Nee Mocsiran) Age 81. Beloved mother of Charles T. Bartell (Stacy D. Ballin). Grandmother of Marybeth Murphy (Dennis Murphy) and Thomas Bartell (Julie Weisbarth). Great grandmother of Owen and Kelsey Murphy and Dylan and Luke Bartell. Sister of Charles Mocsiran and the late Virginia Crisan. Sister in law of Katherine Forrey. Aunt of many. Passed away Friday October 26,...
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Dean P. Noonan

July 5, 1940 - October 26, 2012

DEAN P. NOONAN, 72, of Bay Village; loving husband of Elizabeth "Betty" Noonan; devoted father of Dean P. Noonan, Jr. (Melissa) and Tara Pierce (Adam); grandfather of Morgan, Quinn, Liam and Griffin Noonan and Jameson Pierce; brother of David (Bonnie) and Ralph (Laura). Dean was born July 5, 1940 in Cleveland, OH to the late Paul and Thelma. Dean worked as a manager for MA Hanna, the Mining and...
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Joy G. Norton

March 23, 1926 - October 15, 2012

Joy G. Norton (nee Gillis), 86 of Lakewood, Ohio; devoted wife of the late Irvin F. Norton; loving mother of Carol Rossen (Gary) of Lakewood and David F. Norton (Judith) of Avon; beloved grandmother of Jennifer, Erin and Daniel Norton, and Gregory and Corey Rossen; great grandmother of Breana, Kaitlyn, Tera, Mary Claire, Luke, Payton, Jordon and Dawson; sister of the late Harry A. Gilllis...
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Kimberley Elaine Andrews

October 16, 1956 - October 14, 2012

Kimberley Elaine Andrews 1956-2012. We regret to announce the death of Kimberley Elaine Andrews on October 14th. Kim was the daughter of Florence and the late Eric Andrews. She is survived by her mother, sister Ruth (husband Craig), brother Bruce (wife Elke), her nieces Erica Kim Larter (husband Chad), Brittany and Julia, nephews Iain and Eric. For the last nine years, Kim has lived in a...
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William Malcolm Zimmerman

November 12, 1948 - October 11, 2012

William Malcolm "Bill" Zimmerman, 63, of Lakewood, Ohio; passed away on Thursday evening October 11, 2012. Fiance' of Joanne Jobi (nee Bellantis). Bill was born in Youngstown, Ohio, served after graduation from Boardman High School in the US Army as an Airborne Ranger, 7th Special Forces Group from 1967 to 1970. Graduated Georgia State University and MBA from University of Phoenix. He was a...
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Mary Elizabeth Devis

July 21, 1918 - October 10, 2012

Mary Elizabeth Devis, 94, Westlake, long time Rocky River resident passed away October 10, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late C.E. Joe Devis. Dearest mother of James (Kathy) of Ormond Beach, FL. and Jerry of Westlake. Dear grandmother to Brandon (Shannon), Megan Elizabeth (Adam) and Jaime (Joe). Dearest great grandmother to Blake and Madalyn Elizabeth. Special friend of Dave Clements...
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Marjorie A. Garrett

October 7, 1924 - September 24, 2012

Marjorie A. Garrett, age 87, of Rocky River ; beloved mother of Judith Pyke (John) and Jill Stenger; loving grandmother of Neil Stenger (Bonnie) and Dr. John Pyke (Amy); great-grandmother of Anna, Sophie and Neil Stenger Jr. and Ethan Pyke; passed away September 24, 2012. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League, 1729 Willey Ave. , Cleveland , OH 44113 . Memorial...
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Constance Anderson

July 26, 1931 - September 15, 2012

Constance Anderson, 81, wife of David Anderson. Dear mother of Mary Jofay Giddens (Leon), Roxane Mackey, Stephanie Mackey-Battle (Stanley) and William Mackey (Sharonda); grandmother of Tony (Tondelya) , Shawn, Constance, Malik and Dasia; great grandmother of Mikahel; sister of Susan Payne. Step mother of Linda Gaines and David Allen. Passed away September 15, 2012. Memorial Service at 9:00am...
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Deanna Lin Hartman

February 1, 1962 - September 13, 2012

Deanna Lin Hartman (nee Moats), 50, of Cleveland, died Thursday, September 13, 2012; loving wife of Neil Scott Hartman; mother of George Edwin Mathew Moats (Krista), Tiffany Marie Moats and Meghann Jeanne Marie Peters (Andrew); grandmother of Michelle and Giovanni; daughter of Madeline Moats and the late Edwin Allison Moats; sister of Ann Rinehart and Edwin Moats. In lieu of flowers, the...
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Donna Lee Burton

December 20, 1926 - September 10, 2012

Donna Lee Burton, age 85. Beloved daughter of the late Howard and Gertrude Burton. Beloved friend of Marilyn Fink and her family and many others. Retired teacher and principal in Lakewood and Cleveland Schools. Passed away Monday September 10, 2012. Memorials may be forwarded to the Eliza Jennings Foundation, 14701 Detroit Avenue #620, Lakewood, OH 44107. Funeral service at Rocky River...
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Eugene Baker

April 17, 1920 - September 8, 2012

Eugene Theophile Alfred Baker born April 17, 1920, in Brooklyn New York. He was the only son of Josephine and Theo Baker; beloved husband of Victoria and the late Joanne. Passed away, Saturday, September 8, 2012. He attended St Bridget's School in Brooklyn New York, and moved to Cleveland, Ohio at the age of 14 years, graduating from Cathedral Latin High School, in 1937, and then on to John...
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Eugene L. Gilbert

October 7, 1919 - September 3, 2012

Eugene L. Gilbert, 92, of Rocky River. Passed away September 3, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Gilbert (nee Heil); father of Raymond (Joyce), James (Barbara), and Kathleen Gilbert (Michael Suhoza); grandfather of Dana Novotny (Daryl), Mark (Kerri), Michelle Gilbert-Beeler (Luke), and Jennifer Regas (Zeno); Great-grandfather of Eric, Ethan, Mason, Jake, Addie, Caleb, James, Matthew,...
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Oscar Guelpa

July 16, 1931 - August 29, 2012

Oscar Guelpa, 81, of Bay Village; formerly of Roselle, N.J., beloved husband of Barbara (nee Wetzel); loving father of Deborah Linton (Michael) and David (Victoria); devoted grandfather of Kelsey and Matthew Linton and Andrew Guelpa. Passed away August 29, 2012. Proud veteran of United States Air Force. Memorial contributions may be forwarded to the charity of the donors choice. Funeral...
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Norma M. Baker

July 8, 1922 - August 28, 2012

Norma M. Baker (nee Otcasek), age 90,; beloved wife of the late Hal A. Baker; mother of Roland Kowalec (deceased), Ralph Kowalec and Janet Flotner (Clifford); grandmother of Natalie and Kevin. Passed away August 28, 2012. Funeral Service will be held at the BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 4334 Pearl Road, Cleveland, Ohio on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 11:00am. Interment Riverside Cemetery. www...
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Juanita S. McKean

March 22, 1927 - August 23, 2012

Juanita S. McKean (nee Sifling), 85, of Westlake; formerly of North Olmsted; beloved wife of the late Richard C. McKean; beloved friend of the Clarence Cudney family and Venita Nilsen; devoted sister of her extended Eastern Star family. Passed away August 23, 2012. Memorial contributions may be forwarded to Shriners Hopsital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL. 33607 or to Ross...
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Rosa B. Cassesa

March 21, 1921 - August 15, 2012

Rosa B. Cassesa (nee Borgini), 91, of North Olmsted, dear mother of Carla Woodring (David); grandmother of Laura Williams (Chris), and Michael Woodring (Jenny); great-grandmother of Samantha, Madisyn, Elizabeth, Morgyn, and Matthew; sister of Gina B. Regalbuto (Connie, deceased), and Elisa B. Kline (Joseph); aunt and great-aunt of many. Passed away Thursday, August 15, 2012. Memorials may be...
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Theodore Hannemann

October 28, 1913 - August 14, 2012

Theodore G. "Ted" Hannemann, 98, of Rocky River; beloved husband of Eleanor Hannemann (nee Libal); beloved uncle of Allison George; special cousin of William Hannemann (Pat). Passed away August 14, 2012. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Special Care Unit, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on...
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John T. Kamalic

February 13, 1949 - August 14, 2012

John T. Kamalic, 63, of Rocky River, Ohio was the beloved husband of Donna J. (nee Poshedley) whom he had been together with since 1981. He was the son of the late John and Rose Kamalic. John was born in Austria and moved to the United States when he was 5 years old. He attended Baldwin Wallace College and Case Western Reserve University, received a degree in Political Science, and had a...
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William J Papaleo

April 1, 1952 - August 9, 2012

William "Bill" Papaleo, 60, of Rocky River; beloved husband of Liz (nee Lehmann); loving father of Alison Papaleo-King (John), Amanda and Brent; dear brother of Lucille, Cindy and the late Steve. Cremation by Busch Crematory. Memorial visitation will be at the BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 21369 Center Ridge Rd., Fairview Park on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 from 4-8pm. www.buschfuneral.com 440-333-9774
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Thomas John Kovach

December 30, 1927 - August 2, 2012

Thomas J. Kovach, 84, of Rocky River; beloved husband of the late Veronica (nee Banas);father of Karen Fodor (Tom), Constance Truelsch (Dave) and Raymond. Grandfather of Doug, Jennifer, Drew, Ronnie, Rebecca (D), Hannah, Tabitha and Tamar. Great Grandfather of Andrew. Brother of Josephine LeDonne (Frank), Johanna Swetz (Elmer), Mary Margaret Bergman (Ludwig), Judy Hardy (Merwin) and the late...
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Nuey Bin Jung

October 5, 1930 - July 31, 2012

Nuey Bin Jung (nee Tsang) was born in Canton, China on October 5, 1930. She married Park Wei Jung on January 22, 1951 and they enjoyed 36 years of marriage together. Their first child (a son) was born in 1951 in China. They moved to Hong Kong in 1957 where they later had four more children. In June 1972, she emigrated with her family to the U.S. and settled in Cleveland, OH. Mrs. Jung was a...
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Virginia H. Geiger

April 18, 1927 - July 29, 2012

Virginia H. Geiger (nee King), 85, was born in Pittsburgh, and grew up in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania. She was a drama student at Carnegie Tech, known for its progressive approach to drama and fine arts, and later met Charley Geiger at Linwood Park in Vermilion, Ohio where she was a lifetime summer resident. They were married on July 16, 1947 in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania and then moved to...
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Ronald R. Meredith

April 6, 1936 - July 22, 2012

Ronald Raymond Meredith, Sr., born April 6th, 1936 to Irene and Raymond Meredith would become the eldest of three children (brothers: Bill and Dave). His mother, Irene, passed at the young age of 27 while giving birth to his younger sibling Bill. He lost his father at the early age of 45 to a heart attack. His stepmother, Mary, cared for the boys and in 1942 gave birth to a third child, Dave. ...
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Dolores I Minko

May 30, 1932 - July 20, 2012

Dolores I. Minko, (nee Metcalfe), 80, of Rocky River; beloved wife of Philip P. Minko; dear mother of Philip P. Jr., (Mary Ann) of Hollywood, FL and David J. (Mary King) of Lexington, KY; grandmother of Craig and Erica. Passed away July 20, 2012 in Venice, Florida. Dolores was born in Highland Park, MI and graduated from Wayne State University in Detroit. She was known for her lovely voice...
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Vija Fischer

May 17, 1935 - July 15, 2012

Vija Fischer "Vi" (nee Eglitis) of Brook Park; wife of the late Bernhard; mother of Sandra, Rita Mason, Bernhard, Jr, (Moyra), Wendy Wise (Michael) and Wilhelm (Amy); grandmother of 13; great grandmother of 17; sister of Elga Stepans and the late Astra Rihel; aunt of many. Passed away July 15, 2012. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 5:00pm. ...
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Geraldine M. Balog

April 25, 1928 - July 14, 2012

Geraldine M. Balog (nee Stone), 84, of Lakewood; beloved wife of the late Andrew Sr.; loving mother of William Schrier (Diane, deceased), Andrew Jr. "Butch" (Ellen), Scott (Darlene) and Gina Tatsumi (James); grandmother of 6 and great grandmother of 1; sister of Wanda Wills, Frances Reeves, Vivian Wyatt, Shirley Sims, and the late Luetta Sears, Viola Gordon, Frank, Raymond, Clarence and Lonzo...
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Glenn Brooks Colerider

February 10, 1927 - July 9, 2012

Glenn Brooks Colerider, a well known Equity actor in the Cleveland area, passed away July 9, 2012. He was raised in Akron, Ohio. Immediately after graduating from Garfield High School, he was drafted in WWII, into the Army of Occupation in Italy. Twenty months later, he earned a Bachelor Degree from the University of Akron, majoring in Speech/Theatre. After College, he worked in Akron at WHKK...
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Judy G. (nee Pace) Hodgins

October 16, 1940 - June 29, 2012

Judy G. Hodgins (nee Pace), 71, of North Olmsted; beloved wife of Wayne C.; dear sister of Richard Pace (Jewel), Vivian Smith (Ernest), Joyce Lamm (Fred), Brenda Disano (Larry), and Janice Keller (Joey); loving daughter of the late John and Gladys Pace. Passed away Friday, June 29, 2012. Memorial contributions suggested to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central...
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