Andy Louis Tarr Sr.
Nov 1, 2025
ANDY LOUIS TARR SR. went to be with our Lord on November 1 to embrace his parents Louis and Theresa Tarr. He is survived by two children, Andrew Notturniano (Nicholas Notturniano) and Apryl Tarr (Brad Calta), grandchildren Bradley and Jadyn Calta, nephew Robert Griffith (Jessica Griffith), nieces Melissa Griffith, Janelle Griffith, Emily Humpal (Michael Humpal), and Tia...
James H. Weist
Oct 27, 2025
JAMES H. WEIST , age 69. Beloved husband of Deborah; devoted father of James (Ashley Rouhonen) and Sarah James (Blayne); adored Papa of Shayne and Evelyn. He was a loving brother to Cathy Shutack, John Weist (Lisa), Howard Weist, and Dona Milicia (John). He was also a cherished brother-in-law to Pattie Mareda (Bob) and Bob Mareda (Robin)....
Rose Marie Lapka
Oct 23, 2025
ROSE MARIE LAPKA , (nee DiPietro), age 80. Â Beloved wife of Edward C.; loving mother of Lisa Lapka (Patrick Potopsky), Michele Ray (Paul), and Michael Lapka; dear sister of Laverne Janas (Sonny) (both deceased). Â Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 7906 BROADVIEW RD. (corner of Broadview and Sprague Rds.) ...
Kia Sonata Parks
Oct 21, 2025
KIA SONATA PARKS, (nee Grant), age 56, of Parma, Ohio, left this world on October 21, 2025, surrounded in love with her family by her side. Born on February 23, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio, Kia is the daughter of Edward and Barbara Grant. Â She had a way of making people feel at ease, like they'd known her forever, and...
Robert N Cipolla
Oct 5, 2025
ROBERT N. CIPOLLA , 86. Devoted husband of 59 years to Marie; loving father of Leah and Ann Marie; cherished grandfather to Mohammed and Sarah; son of the late Ross A. Cipolla and Ethel (Tuskes) Cipolla; dear brother of Anthony Cipolla and Grace Nicolaus (both deceased);Â treasured brother-in-law, uncle, and cousin.
A man of quick...
Kenneth Peter Frajter
Oct 4, 2025
KENNETH PETER FRAJTER , 92, a longtime resident of Garfield Heights, Ohio, and more recently Broadview Heights, Ohio passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025.
Ken was a devoted husband and father to his late wife Carolyn (née Story) Frajter and his daughter, Ruth Williams. He is survived by his children, Sandi Pickens and Tim...
Mary Anne Yarmesch
Sep 27, 2025
MARY ANNE YARMESCH , age 73. Â Beloved mother of Mark Zylko and Charles Yarmesch. Â Private family services were held.
Gilda Mackerty
Sep 22, 2025
GILDA MACKERTY , (nee Daltorio), age 93. Â Beloved wife of the late Louis Joseph Jr.; loving mother of Michael (Chris) and Daniel (Christine); cherished grandmother of Michael, Katie, Allie, Danny, Emily, and Thomas; dear great-grandmother of Piper; dear sister of Elizabeth Kartman (deceased); dearest aunt of many. Â Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN...
Brenda Francis
Sep 21, 2025
BRENDA FRANCIS , a mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 21, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on November 28, 1953, in Manhattan, Kansas, Brenda was a strong-minded woman.
Brenda was the daughter of Hugh and Lina Cunningham (both deceased). She was preceded in death by her treasured...
Dolores Jean Badar
Sep 18, 2025
Dolores Jean Badar (née Solinski)
February 14, 1934 – September 18, 2025 Rocky River, Ohio
With deep love and enduring gratitude, the family of Dolores Jean Badar announces her peaceful passing on September 18, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born on Valentine's Day in 1934, Dolores brought warmth, generosity, and grace into...
John M Bossone Sr.
Sep 11, 2025
JOHN M. BOSSONE Sr. , age 66.  Beloved father of John (Adriane) and Jenna; loving grandfather of Natalie, Lyla, and John A.; dear brother of Phil (Denise), Marty Jr. (Sue), Tony, and Rick (deceased) (Kathye); cherished uncle of many; dearest friend of Brenda May. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, October 6 at 2:00 PM...
Peggy Ann Thomas
Sep 7, 2025
PEGGY ANN THOMAS , age 68. Â Beloved mother of Heather Marks (John), Jolene Thomas (George Abraham), and Dustin Thomas (Erin Onderson); loving grandmother of Alyssa Good (Joshua); cherished great-grandmother of Grayson and Cassandra Good; dear sister of Susan Tomblin and Mark and Matthew Laubenscheimer (both deceased). Â Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE...
Steven D West
Sep 4, 2025
STEVEN WEST , age 68. Steve was a dedicated father to his daughter, Deanna, often setting the bar for what a father–daughter relationship could be. His commitment to friends and family was always surrounded by moments of laughter, earning him the nickname "Smiley."
He found joy in many places throughout his life. One main staple...
Geraldine C Chojnicki
Sep 3, 2025
GERALDINE C. "Gerri" CHOJNICKI , (nee Repinski), age 95, of Broadview Heights, entered into eternal rest on September 3, 2025. She was born on October 12, 1929, to parents John and Stella Repinski (nee Koprowski). Gerri had 3 siblings Jerome, Raymond, and Marie (Shirley) (all deceased). Gerri married Edmund J. Chojnicki (deceased), on May 29, 1950. Ed...
Mildred Faye Shamblin
Aug 22, 2025
MILDRED FAYE SHAMBLIN, (nee Randolph), of Garfield Heights, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of the late Shelva; loving mother of Bruce (deceased) (Christine), Steven (Sharon), and Randy (Robin); cherished grandmother of Melanie Calore, Steven Jr. (Jacque), Randy Jr., Rachael (Tommy) Chrisman, and Terry; great-grandmother of...
Pauline F Kivach
Aug 15, 2025
PAULINE FRANCES KIVACH, (nee Begovich), age 82, of Parma, passed away peacefully with family by her side on August 15, 2025. She was born December 9, 1942.
She was the most fun loving, adventure seeking and craziest woman you would ever know. She loved playing all sports and was very competitive. She cherished her Croatian...
Stephanie Smigelski
Aug 15, 2025
STEPHANIE SMIGELSKI , age 76, of Solon. Beloved wife of Anthony; devoted mother of Jennifer Piontkowski (Robert); cherished grandmother; dear sister of many. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 4640 TURNEY RD., where services will be held Wednesday, August 20, at 1:00 PM.  Interment All Saints Cemetery. VISITING...
Donald R Russin
Aug 9, 2025
DONALD R. RUSSIN , age 91. Â Beloved husband of the late Dolores M. (nee Kolek); loving father of Denise Trivisonno (Anthony); cherished grandfather of Anthony Jr. and Dominic Trivisonno; dear brother of Edward (deceased); beloved uncle of Edward Jr. Â US Army Veteran. Â He was an avid fisherman and hunter and earned the nickname "Doe". Â Friends may call...
James W Bowers Jr.
Aug 5, 2025
JAMES WILLIAM BOWERS Jr. , age 90. Â Beloved husband of the late Yvonne (nee Lutz); loving father of James III and Bonnie Pettersson (Michael); cherished grandfather of three and great-grandfather of two; dear uncle and friend of many. Â US Navy Veteran. Â Private family services were held.
James I Marvin
Aug 2, 2025
JAMES I. MARVIN , age 72, of Cleveland, was called to his heavenly home on August 2, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was the definition of strength and wisdom to all whose lives he touched. His priority was making sure those he loved were taken care of. Jim was a man of great integrity who enjoyed...