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.

John "Jack" F. Ralston

John "Jack" F. Ralston

Jul 15, 2026

John “Jack” F. Ralston passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, after a long battle with dementia, surrounded by the love of his family. Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Sandee Davis Ralston; his devoted son, Robert Ralston (Becky) and cherished granddaughter, Hadley Ralston. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Jack was a graduate of Archmere Academy and Mount St. Mary’s...

Marian A. Suhoza

Marian A. Suhoza

Jul 12, 2026

MARIAN A. SUHOZA, (nee Kraynak). Beloved wife of the late Ernest; loving mother of Nancy, Karen Wallenfelsz (Donald Jr.), Patricia Morrison, and Susan Wachtel (Todd); cherished grandmother of Kelly Humphrey (Dan), Don Wallenfelsz III (Olivia), and Matthew Gilleland, and Jonathan Morrison, and great grandmother of Theodore..Marian enjoyed saying the rosary everyday and prayers to her Lord and Savior. She also...

Christine A Istenes

Christine A Istenes

Jul 10, 2026

CHRISTINE A. ISTENES, (nee Verbiar), age 63. Beloved wife of Jim; loving mother of Bryan (Grace), Nicholas (fiancée Sammi), and Alex; cherished grandmother of Carter Jackson; devoted daughter of Larry Verbiar (deceased) and Darlene Lucido (Jerry-deceased); dear sister of Catherine Verbiar (Al Feuerstein), Cynthia Sackett (Bob), and Cari Miller (Will). Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE...

Martin D. “Marty” Bossone, Jr.

Martin D. “Marty” Bossone, Jr.

Jul 7, 2026

MARTIN D. “MARTY” BOSSONE, Jr., age 75. Beloved husband of Sue for 57 years; loving father of Marty III (Holly), Melisa, and Michael (Ashley); cherished grandfather of Martin IV, Kaylee, Danielle (deceased), Michael, Myles, and Millie; devoted great-grandfather of Jeremiah and Oaklee; dear brother of Phil (Denise), Tony, Ricky (deceased) (Kathye), and Johnny Sr. (deceased); great friend of Brian Boehnlein...

Robert S. Sotak

Robert S. Sotak

Jul 3, 2026

ROBERT S. SOTAK, age 91, of Broadview Heights, Ohio, went to be with the LORD Friday July 3rd, 2026.

He was born on October 29th, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio, a son of the late Stephen and Helen Sotak.

After serving his country in the Army (Korea) he became a dedicated mail carrier with the United States Postal Service and retired from that...

Carol Ranaldi

Carol Ranaldi

Jun 29, 2026

CAROL RANALDI, (nee Moncheck), age 86. Beloved wife for 59 years of the late Donald C.; most beloved and devoted mother of Toni Szymczyk (Dave-deceased) and John; cherished grandmother of Angela Beach (Mike Nadin), and Matthew (Bridget), Joseph (Rachel), and Christopher Szymczyk (Lauren); devoted great-grandmother of Madison and Brandon Beach, and Mackenzie, Henry, Jack, Annalise, Max, and Micah Szymczyk; dearest...

Steven Harrel Hunsicker

Steven Harrel Hunsicker

Jun 26, 2026

STEVEN HARREL HUNSICKER, (11/9/1943 - 06/26/2026), of Broadview Heights, OH passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Steven was married for 58 years to Kathleen (Benya) Hunsicker who survived him. Father to Timothy (Cara) Hunsicker, Benjamin (Miriam) Hunsicker and Jim (Kate) Hunsicker. Grandfather to Madison (Michael) Anderson, Jacob, Emma, Zechariah, Sarah and Gideon Hunsicker. Great-grandfather to Penelope and...

Ilse Slygh

Ilse Slygh

Jun 24, 2026

ILSE SLYGH, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Richard L.; loving mother of Donald, Diana Madar (Michael), and Leslie Weidner (Ken); cherished grandmother of Michelle, Lisa (Matt), Lori, Matthew (Karie), Megan (Joe), and Sonja; dear great-grandmother of Shannon, Christian, Mikoyen, Mikenzie, Layla, Selena, and Thea. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Ronald Arlen Guska

Ronald Arlen Guska

Jun 14, 2026

RONALD ARLEN GUSKA, age 67, formerly from Tremont. Beloved son of the late Nicklos and Anna B. (nee Mechling); dearest brother of the late Raymond Yost, Roger Guisinger, George “Sammy Dog” Reardon, Steve Reardon and Debbie Reardon; dearest uncle and cousin of many. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 7906 BROADVIEW RD. (corner of Broadview...

Nathan H. Hutton

Nathan H. Hutton

Jun 8, 2026

NATHAN HUTTON, 53, passed away on June 8 after a courageous nine-month battle with kidney cancer. Surrounded by the love of his family and friends, Nathan faced his illness with the same strength, optimism and grace that defined his life.

Nathan was a beloved husband to his devoted wife Stacey. He was a steadfast and loving father to Zachary, AJ and...

Donald P. Harper

Donald P. Harper

Jun 3, 2026

DONALD P. HARPER, age 51, of Garfield Heights, 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus. Beloved husband and best friend of Debbi (nee Sparenga); devoted father of Anderson and Sarah; loving son of Diane Justus and the late Donald; dear brother of Debbie, Tammy, Tracy Jen, Will and the late Gabe. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL...

Christine H. Mathews

Christine H. Mathews

Jun 1, 2026

Christine H. Mathews, RN (nee Mosinski) age 90. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Paul H. for 54 years. Dear mother of Paula Jagelewski (Chris), Robert (Paula), Mary Johnson (Paul), and Christine Dotson (Delbert).

Cherished grandmother of Anna Jagelewski (Scott Britton, deceased), Michael Jagelewski (Alicia Rooney), Jessica Murray (Robert), Nicholas Mathews (Jenna), Teresa Ross (Sarah), Andrew Johnson (Mallory), Kevin Johnson (Maureen),...

John J Amberik

John J Amberik

May 27, 2026

JOHN J. AMBERIK, age 75. Beloved father of Jarrod; loving longtime partner of Wanda Hajde; dear stepfather of Mark and Micheal; cherished dogs in John’s life- Amber, Gypse, Jypse, Cleveland, Max, (all deceased), and Kate and Bailey. 50-year member of IBEW Local #38. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 7906 BROADVIEW RD. (corner of...

Lillian Rudnak

Lillian Rudnak

May 17, 2026

LILLIAN RUDNAK, (nee Krasowski), age 98. Beloved mother of Carl (deceased), Rebecca Fragnoli (Richard), Theo, and Rosanne Marlette (Tony); cherished grandmother of Brian (Maureen), Jen (Brian), Brandi, Kari (Jeff), Rick (Donna), Holly, Derek (Sherry), Dax, Tony Jr. (Megan), Angela (Brian), Deena (Ernesto), and Michael (Jenny) and great-grandmother of 22; dear sister of Sophie Brichford (deceased); devoted aunt of nine. Family...

Jack A. Wimsett

Jack A. Wimsett

May 16, 2026

JACK A. WIMSETT, age 78.  Beloved husband of Gayle. Loving father of Cortney Brugman, John Wimsett (Jeri), Jesse, and Daniel. Preceded in death by Robert Wimsett. Cherished grandfather of Brandon and Alexis Miller, Justin Brugman, Jason Wimsett and great-grandfather of Neil Wimsett. Dear brother-in-law of Dean De Simone. US Navy Veteran. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN...

Juanita Prokay

Juanita Prokay

May 5, 2026

JUANITA “JAN” PROKAY, (nee Napier), age 82. Beloved wife of the late Steven W.; loving mother of Mark (Patty) and Melissa; cherished grandmother of Hannah P. and Allison P.; dear sister of Gene Cruso (Barbara-deceased), Woodrow Napier Jr. (Sandra) (both deceased), and Patricia Hoegler (Richard-deceased); devoted aunt of many nieces and nephews. Jan loved puzzles, word finds, coloring, and flowers...

David F Komorowski

David F Komorowski

May 1, 2026

DAVID F. KOMOROWSKI, age 80, of Brecksville. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee O’Loughlin); devoted father of Christine Squires (Brad), Michael (Julie), and Michelle Milanich (Nick); dear grandfather of Brittany Kopp, Samantha Marous, Madeline and Meghan Komorowski, and Nicholas and Sasha Milanich; dear brother of Elaine Oster and the late James. Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE...

Alice L Gielinski

Alice L Gielinski

Apr 30, 2026

ALICE L. GIELINSKI, (nee Yeager), age 102. Beloved wife of the late Phillip; loving mother of Denise Hankey and Renee Hay; cherished grandmother of Lisa Brandon (Michael), Robyn Steely, Adam Hay, and Afton Bahle; devoted great-grandmother of Nina Brandon, Lily Nagel, and Violet Bahle; dear sister of Frank Yeager and Helen Poletek (both deceased). Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI,...

Jose Adanza

Jose Adanza

Apr 27, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Jose “Jojo” Adanza on April 27, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Born on October 19, 1958, in Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental, Philippines, Jojo was a man who found his greatest joy in life’s simple yet meaningful moments. He was accomplished in many pursuits, particularly billiards and basketball, where his skill and...

Daniel E Nichols

Daniel E Nichols

Apr 14, 2026

DANIEL E. NICHOLS, age 91. Beloved husband of the late Helen M. (nee Provenzano); loving father of Daniel (Mary), Karen (deceased), Dean (deceased) (Monnalyn), Kim Laurie (Vince), and Donald (Nadine); cherished grandfather of ten and great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather of many; dear brother of Jack (Peggy) (both deceased) and Patricia Neff (Rich-deceased). Former owner of Woodward Beverage and Quality Autobody. Friends...

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