obituaries
Recent obituaries in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
The obituaries in the Cuyahoga County, Ohio area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Cuyahoga County, Ohio's history and identity.
Luanne Borders
Jul 26, 2021
LuANNE BORDERS, (nee Kobrinski), age 68. Loving mother of Jamie Gambert (Matt) and Matthew (Corrine); cherished grandmother of Dylan, Vance, and Kruz; dear sister of Edward Kobrinski (Joni).  Family suggests contributions to American Diabetes Association . Private family services were held.
Walter J Szelagowski
Jul 17, 2021
WALTER J. SZELAGOWSKI, age 85. Beloved husband of the late Elsie "JoAnn" (nee Kleier); loving father of Gary (Joann), Mary Baldwin, and Sherry Foulkes (Louis); cherished grandfather of James Szelagowski (Megan), Sara and Diana Szelagowski, and Louie and Dillon Foulkes; proud great-grandfather of Troy Terlop III; dear brother of Edward (Betty-deceased), Terry (deceased) (Hal-deceased), and...
Scott Jackson
Jul 14, 2021
SCOTT JACKSON, age 45.  Beloved father of Devin (McKenna) and Madelyn; loving son of Billy and Valerie (deceased); dear brother of Christina Schuster (Fred); cherished uncle of Justin and Jovi Hall; dearest nephew, cousin, and friend of many. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME , 4640 TURNEY RD....
Mary M. Borkowski
Jul 10, 2021
MARY M. BORKOWSKI, (nee Aron), age 94. Â Beloved wife of the late Leo F. Sr.; loving mother of Karen (deceased), Leo F. Jr., Kathy (deceased), Linda Bajaksouzian (Manuel), David, and Mary Ann DeMassimo (Stephen Quick); cherished grandmother of Carolyn Van Kerkhove (Mike), Jillian Bajaksouzian, and Julia and Justin DeMassimo; dear sister of 12 deceased brothers and sisters. Â ...
Very Rev. Fr. Gerald J Borawski
Jul 10, 2021
VERY REV. FR. GERALD J. BORAWSKI, age 77, of Lafayette, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Creasy Springs Health Center in Lafayette, IN. Â Fr. Borawski was born September 6, 1943, in Cleveland, the son of the late Joseph and Florence (nee Przeracki) Borawski. Â He was a graduate of St. Edward High School in Lakewood, attended Borromeo...
Dolores J Sprungl
Jul 8, 2021
DOLORES J. SPRUNGL, (nee Slys), age 85.  Beloved wife of the late Donald E.; loving mother of Nancy Preston (Mark), Janice, Jeffery (Katherine), and Laura Szymanski (Robert); cherished grandmother of six; dear sister of Dorothy Pamer (deceased) (Louis). Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME , 7906 BROADVIEW RD....
John "Jack" D Tobiasz
Jul 7, 2021
JOHN D. "JACK" TOBIASZ, age 90. Beloved brother of the following deceased: Eleanore Sosoka (John) and Violet Wolf; loving uncle of Christopher and Gary Wolf and Larry and Don Sosoka; dear great-uncle. U.S. National Guard of Ohio Veteran. Family and friends are asked to meet at SS. Peter & Paul Church, 4750 Turney...
Frank M Terepka
Jul 4, 2021
FRANCIS M. "FRANK" TEREPKA, age 83, died July 4, 2021. Â Beloved husband for 60 years of Elizabeth A. (nee Vorndran); loving father of Michael F., Gregory J., Eileen M. Sanders (Scott), and Donna E.; cherished grandfather of Ross, Brandon, Henry, and Micah; dear brother of Margaret A. Hudak (George) (both deceased), Elizabeth Terepka (deceased), and Frances Palivec...
Steven W Prokay
Jul 2, 2021
STEVEN W. PROKAY, age 77. Beloved husband of Juanita "Jan" (nee Napier); loving father of Mark (Patty) and Melissa; cherished grandfather of Hannah P. and Allison P.; dear brother of Shirley Doubler, Pete (Betty Jean), Anna Andrews, Mary Kopp (Rick) and the following deceased: Robert, Deloris Ruff, and Helen Olsen; devoted uncle of many nieces...
Elaine C. Tiffe
Jun 29, 2021
ELAINE C. TIFFE, (nee Rutkowski), age 77. Beloved wife of Ronald; loving mother of Jeffery, Brian (Angela), Tricia Kraska, and her beloved dog, Oscar; dear sister of Dennis Rutkowski, David Rutkowski (Laurene), Dorothy Lynch (deceased), and Robert Rutkowski (deceased); cherished aunt of many. Elaine loved taking care of her dog-grandchildren and enjoyed feeding the birds in her...
Jeanne M Deininger
Jun 19, 2021
JEANNE M. DEININGER, age 88. Beloved sister of Agnes (deceased), Clarence (deceased), Paul (deceased), Ralph (deceased), James, Sr. Geraldine SSJ-TOSF, and Carl (deceased); cherished aunt, great-aunt, and great-great-aunt of many. Friends are asked to meet at St. Therese Church, corner of E. 105th St. and Granger Rd., Garfield Hts., MONDAY, JUNE 28 for VISITATION 9:30-10:00...
Laurie Pojatina
Jun 18, 2021
LAURIE POJATINA, (nee White), age 52. Â Beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Benjamin; beloved daughter of Frank and Monica White; loving sister of Lisa Kohut (Ken) and Paul White (Donna);Â dear aunt of Danielle and Jordan Kohut. Â Family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve , PO Box 72101, Cleveland, 44197. Â Family and...
Joanne Vargo
Jun 18, 2021
JOANNE VARGO, (nee Smith), age 58. Most beloved wife of Jim; amazing mother of Ryan and Morgan; devoted daughter of Harry (deceased) and Marcia Smith; dear sister of Karen Hutchinson (Jim) and Michael Smith (Rhonda King); cherished aunt of Danielle, Tom, Jessie, Candace, Jimmy and Jared. Â Joanne loved cooking, gardening, bike riding, hosting get-togethers, the beach, swimming,...
Edward J Gaillard
Jun 18, 2021
EDWARD J. GAILLARD, age 75.  Beloved husband of Terry (nee Palshook); loving father of Eddie and Jeff (Donna); cherished grandfather of Alivia, Jamie, and Greg; dear brother of Larry (deceased), Bonnie (Thomas), and Gerald (Patricia). Retired firefighter from the city of Warrensville Heights. US Navy Veteran of the Vietnam Era.
Laverne M. Sadowski
Jun 11, 2021
LaVERNE M. SADOWSKI (nee Fuka), age 82. Beloved wife of Walter; loving mother of Carolyn Gutzman (Ronald); cherished grandmother of Candice; dear sister of Lawrence Fuka (MaryAnn). LaVerne was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Columbia Station Auxiliary 4003 for over 25 years and was a past Madam President and a ten-year Secretary. Â Interment Ohio...
James Shaw
Jun 11, 2021
JAMES "JIM" SHAW , age 55.  Beloved husband of Katrina; loving father of Erick (Alex); cherished son of Jacques and Maryann; dear brother of Lisa Brown (Glenn), Richard (Amy), and Bryan (Angelina); devoted uncle of many. Je Vous Aime! A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
John Gary Pelka
Jun 9, 2021
John "Gary" Pelka, age 66. Beloved son of John H. and Bettylou; dear brother of Sharon and Stephanie; loving father of John, Michael, and Ian; cherished grandfather of Brandy, Sabrina, John Carlos, and Mario; friend of many. He grew up in Garfield Heights, Ohio and attended South High School. Served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1973 to 1978....
Julian Daniel Bodek
May 28, 2021
Does a star know how brightly it shines? Our dear Julian shone so brightly to us, his grateful family. Son to Amy Dembinski Bodek and Steven Bodek, Brother to Gabrielle Brendahl, Brother in Law to Ryan Brendahl, Uncle to Lana and Finn. Nephew, Cousin, and Friend to countless.
Julian shared his immense and loving heart to everyone...
Constance "Connie" M. Sellers
May 23, 2021
CONSTANCE "CONNIE" M. SELLERS, age 79. Beloved wife of Ken for 48 years; loving mother of Christine Ciomek, Theresa Cillian, Darlene Cook, Steven Cillian and bonus mom to Scott Sellers (deceased), Craig Sellers and Barbie Sellers-McCormick; cherished grandmother and great-grandmother of many. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME,...
Beverly A. Yarger
May 13, 2021
BEVERLY A. YARGER (nee Habacko) age 79, dearest daughter of Stephen and Nadine (both deceased); loving mother of Lucy Dunikowski (Joseph); cherished grandmother of Daniel, Barry, Shawn (Lisa), and Joey III; dearest great grandmother of Giovanni, Aleena, and Shawn Jr. All services private.
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