WOLFER, MARGARET E.

MARGARET E. WOLFER (nee Koncz), born July 2, 1924, died Sunday, February 24, 2013. Beloved daughter of the late Catherine and Frank; precious sister of Frank; loving wife of the late Stephen and the late Donald L. Kamps, devoted mother to Kathryn Snorteland (Bill), Bonnie Kamps, Daniel (Maryjane) and Bonnie Wolfer Twitchell (John), adored grandmother and great-grandmother and sweet, trusted friend to many dear ones. Artist and schoolteacher in Parma Public Schools for many years. Private interment. …Read More

JOHNSTON, RAYMOND J.

RAYMOND J. JOHNSTON, 94, passed away February 17, 2013. Devoted husband of Katherine (nee Clymer), son of the late George and Nellie (nee Cruckshank), brother of Margaret Johnston and the late Fred Johnston, dear uncle and special friend of Chuck Hendricks and the Guys at The Coffee Club. Ray proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Air forces during WWII. He was a Technical Sergeant in 873rd Bomb Squadron. His love for flying and the freedom he experienced while in the air continued throughout his life. Private services will …Read More

KRUCZEK, JAMES A.

James A Kruczek, age 74 of Strongsville, passed away on February 22, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Marie, and his sister Verna Andexler (the late George). He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Sandra (nee Elek), and his beloved sister Andrea Campbell (James), nieces Vicki Mottelier (Terry), Debbi Wilsey (Matt), Melissa Bolte (Randy), and Kimberly Hoffman (Bob) and nephews John R Palmer, Jeffrey (Rebecca) and Joseph Campbell (Cynthia), and many great nieces …Read More

BOKOCH, PETER

PETER BOKOCH of Parma, Ohio, passed away on February 13, 2013. He was born on March 27, 1926 in Masontown, Pennsylvania to the late John and Anna (nee Telepanoch). He was preceded in death by his brothers, Gregory, John, Charles and Stephen. He also was brother to Michael of Erie, PA and his little sister, Ellen Szerensci (David), who he called “Pishpot.” On January 27, 1968 he married his bride Helen Bokoch (nee Pragacy), who was his wife …Read More

FEDOROWICZ, JOHN

JOHN FEDOROWICZ, age 90, passed away February 8, 2013. Laid to rest with his late wife of 50 years, Carol (nee Bednardcyzk). A proud and dedicated Marine and recipient of the Purple Heart. He’ll lovingly be remembered by his present wife of 13 years and all who knew him, for his passion and zest for life, unforgettable attire and heart-warming, sparkling smile. Private service. Interment Brooklyn Heights Cemetery, Military Honors.

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HUFF, ROSE A.

ROSE A. (DOLLY) HUFF, 92, passed away February 3, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur, loving mother of William Mackensen (Joanne), cherished grandmother of Colleen Lear (Michael), Michelle Mackensen, Christopher Mackensen (Diana), Elizabeth Goslin (Thomas) and Evan Mackensen, great-grandmother of 10 and aunt of Jeff Potocnik and Sherry Lekan. Mass 10 a.m., Saturday, February 16, St. Mary’s Church, 401 North Street, Chardon, Ohio. Interment All Souls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holly Hill Healthcare, Newbury.
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PERIN, ANNA LILLIAN

ANNA LILLIAN PERIN (nee Pirello) age 82, passed away on February 1, 2013. Beloved mother of David C. Homenuk, Steven M. Homenuk and the late Barbara Ann. Devoted grandmother of six, great grandmother of seven and great-great grandmother of 1. Retired employee of Ohio Bell. All Services Private.
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APPLEGATE, LOIS MAE

LOIS MAE APPLEGATE, 84, passed away peacefully with her partner, Lanna Rodgers, by her side on Monday, February 4, 2013 at their home in Westlake, Ohio. She is the sister of the late Don (Shirley) and aunt of Deborah Houston (Dave), Scott, Brian (Kathleen) and Steven (Teresa). Lois graduated with a degree in Business from Ohio Wesleyan College. She retired in 1986 from a career in banking and continued to work for political and activist causes. Lois …Read More

HUFF, ROSE A.

ROSE A. (DOLLY) HUFF, 92, passed away February 3, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur, loving mother of William Mackensen (Joanne), cherished grandmother of Colleen Lear (Michael), Michelle Mackensen, Christopher Mackensen (Diana), Elizabeth Goslin (Thomas) and Evan Mackensen, great-grandmother of 10 and aunt of Jeff Potocnik and Sherry Lekan. Mass 10 a.m., Saturday, February 16, St. Mary’s Church, 401 North Street, Chardon, Ohio. Interment All Souls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holly Hill Healthcare, Newbury.
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KUSHINSKY, JOHN E.

JOHN E. KUSHINSKY, 63. Beloved father of Joy, dear son of the late Adolph and Verna (Lankford), brother of Joe, George, Mary Norris, Joan, Serena Neil, Margaret Benson, Florence Sicchitond and the late Verne and Thomas. Proud veteran of U.S. Army 77th Engineer Company, Purple Heart recipient. Retired after 33 years from the Cleveland Clinic. Trustee and member of VFW Post 2533. John was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, much to the dismay of his friends in Cleveland. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 9:30 A.M., Monday, February 18, 2013. …Read More