Curtis Edward Treska (December 10, 1934 - May 10, 2024) Rejoice with us as our dear “Kirk”, Dad, Grandpa, GGpa, and friend has gone to heaven! He left us peacefully at his home in South Hills in Cleveland on May 10th, 2024. He was 89 years old and a member of the Third Order of St. Francis. He was surrounded by his wife, Priscilla, children, grandchildren, friend and priest friend Father Joe McNulty. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Priscilla and his thirteen surviving children: Mary Harrison of Cleveland, Christin Maichrye (Mark) of Oro Valley, Arizona, Joseph (Kathy) of St. Augustine, Florida, Corinne Hill (Tim) of Seville, Peter of Avon, Sharon (Frank Koncan) of Hinckley, Paul of Cleveland, John (Julia) of North Olmsted, Joy Marie (Orlando Rodriguez) of Bay Village, Ann (Dwain Brown) of Cleveland, Carol (Jesse McClelland) of Lakewood, James of Macedonia, and Andrew (Alexandra) of Lakewood; his many grandchildren and great-children: David (Carla Fontecchio), Laura Harrison, and Nathan Harrison; Ryan Maichrye (Katie), son Edison, and daughter Eliza; Jonathan Maichrye (Kristen); Chloe; Autumn Upper; Jordan Hill, daughters Tiyanna and Lyric, and son Kevon; Alexandra Koncan (Omark Rogers), daughter Aurelia, and sons Phoenix and Hendrix; Victoria Koncan ...Read More

William Niven Bayless passed away at home, with family, on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024. Bill, born January 28th, 1941, was the son of William “Neville” Bayless and Margaret Bayless and the brother of Ronald, Robert, Thomas, and David Bayless. The family spent their upbringing in Rocky River, OH, where Bill and his brothers attended St. Christopher Elementary and St. Ignatius High School. Bill attended Loyola University Chicago (BA), majoring in philosophy. He continued his passion for philosophy and learning at The University of Chicago (MA) and for his doctorate at Brown University (PhD). He initially pursued academia and served as a professor at Rutgers University, before a shift to governmental work. He proceeded to work at the Cleveland branch for the Department of Housing and Urban Development and served as a federal employee for 44 years before retirement. He spoke highly of federal work and expressed utmost gratitude for a career that provided well for his family. He followed in his father’s footsteps as an active member of The Cheshire Cheese Club, where Neville previously served as the president. Bill met Elna Layese, a native of the Philippines, and they wed in Cebu on May 17th, 1993. They settled in ...Read More

Joseph Palange - Age 86. Devoted husband of Ruth(deceased) for 53 years. Father of Terence (Gilda) Palange, and Brigit Willis (Jeremy). Cherished “Pa Joe” of Courtney, Morgan and Dominic Palange, and Lauren, Jordan, and Brooke Willis. Son of the late Catherine Palange, Dante Palange, and Louis Sottosanti. Dear brother of Dante(deceased) Patricia Palange, Michael (Karen) Palange, Anthony Sottosanti(deceased), Josephine Jindra (John), and Marie Bir (James, deceased). Uncle, friend, and mentor to many. Joe was employed by General Motors-Chevrolet for 40 years and was a proud Navy veteran serving on the USS-Leyte, CVS-32. He was a former youth coach for many years, as well as a Big Brother for Catholic Charities. The family would like to express their gratitude to those who have provided care for dad the past few years. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, and St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital. Memorial service Mass to be held on Saturday May 18, 2024, at 10:00am at St. Luke Catholic Church, 1212 Bunts Rd, Lakewood, Ohio 44107. Fair winds and following seas Sailor, we have the watch, you stand relieved.

David E. Perez, age 57 Beloved husband of 25 years to Jackie Perez (nee Stephan). Cherished son of Ted and Sally Perez. So loved brother of Teddy Jr., Tony, and Melissa Perez. Special uncle of Teddy, Nick, Madison, and Tony Perez, and Zac Soeder. Brother-in-law of Tracy Andrewson, Ken and Jill Stephan, and Bill and Holly Cornean. Son-in-law of Ken and Pat Stephan. Nephew and friend of many. FRIENDS AND FAMILY RECEIVED 3PM-7pm, SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024 AT ZABOR FUNERAL HOME, 5680 PEARL RD. PARMA, OHIO 44129.

Helen Elizabeth Duszik was born November 13th, 1948, in Cleveland, peacefully entered eternal rest April 5th, 2024. She was 75 years young and was the youngest sibling of 4 children. Helen graduated from West Tech High School in January 1967. She worked @ the Sherwin Williams Co. in the Branch Accounting office for a while before entering & graduating from Cuyahoga Community College with an associate degree in computer science. Helen worked 20 years for Giant Eagle before retiring. She enjoyed gardening & loved flowers, cats, & the color blue. Helen was preceded in death by her parents Joseph & Cecelia Duszik and her two brothers Joseph & Robert Duszik. She is survived by her sister Sally Ann (Duszik) Sottosanti. Graveside Service, will be held 10:30am, Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at West Park Cemetery, 3942 Ridge Rd. Cleveland, Ohio 44144. Please meet at the front gate off Ridge Road.

Betty P. Barrier (nee wheeler), Age 82, beloved mother of Kelly Armstrong, Late David Barrier, late Samantha Charlton, grandmother of Daniel, Christopher, Amanda, Joshua, Great grandmother of Hayden, Daniel Jr, David, Daryl, Mckayla, Nataly, Nathan, Aiden, Joshua, Christopher, Lilyanna, Lexi, Lyla, great grandmother of Reyna, Aloraliegh and Mothered many More and loved by many and was surrounded by family. Services 2:00-4:00, Saturday, May 4, 2024 at St. Paul's, 4427 W. 45th Cleveland, Ohio. A celebration of her life. celebration of her life will be held immediately following the service.

Kathleen Krause (Bujnovsky) born 9/23/1965 in Cleveland Ohio, passed 4/19/2024 at Berea Alzheimers Care after battling Dementia. Kathleen (Kathy) is the daughter of John Bujnovsky and Ethel Bujnovsky (Toth) , both deceased. Survived by her loving husband Jerry Krause Sr. her children Catherine Krause, Cora Krause and John Krause all of Cleveland, Stepchildren Jerry Krause Jr and Meighan Krause Cowley (Andrew) and three step grandsons James Cowley, Caden Cowley and Liam Cowley. She is survived by her siblings Loraine Bujnovsky of Pittsburgh PA, John Bujnovsky and Michael Bujnovsky of Cleveland Ohio. She also leaves behind her best friend of 30 years Carol Corcoran who was like a sister. Kathy last worked for the IRS for almost 20 years and when asked where she worked, would reply if I tell you, you won't like me. Kathy was an avid baker and one of her most enjoyable things was teaching her children how to bake from scratch. There will be a memorial for Kathy at a later date which we will announce.

Marion Baker age 84, born October 2, 1939, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Beloved wife of Frank Baker (deceased). Dearest mother of Sandra Mercurio (Michael), and the late Todd Baker. Cherished grandmother of Marissa Mercurio, Kristen Secrest(James), and Lauren Mercurio (fiancé Stephen Hubbard). Loving sister-in-law to Nancy O’Brien (Jerry, deceased). Dear aunt and friend to many. A celebration of life will be held at a future date for family and friends.