Dorothy May Cogar, age 86, of Cleveland, Ohio passed away peacefully at home after a recent diagnosis of cancer. Dorothy was born in Delta, Ohio on May 31, 1936. She was the fifth daughter of the late Estel Harvey and Blanch May (nee Balser) Beaverson. Dorothy graduated from Delta High School in 1954. She was the Queen’s Attendant for her first three years of high school and Homecoming Queen her senior year. She was named Queen Miss Delta in 1954, as well. She was involved in several school activities including cheerleading, starring roles in school plays and played a variety of sports. She was very popular and well-liked. After graduation, Dorothy traveled and explored different career options: beauty school in Toledo, Ohio, airline stewardess training in Omaha, Nebraska and waitressing in Florida. Following her brief time in Florida, she came home and got a job waitressing at the Toledo Airport Restaurant & Coffee Shop where she met the love of her life. She loved to retell the story of how she and her husband Phil met. Dorothy was called in to work on her day off to fill in at a part of the restaurant where she normally didn’t work. ...Read More

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we deeply love becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller Craig, Lorna B. (Nee: Nemetz) 1926 – 2022 Lorna Bernadette Craig, age 96, passed away with her family by her side, on September 29, 2022, at her home in Brook Park Ohio. Lorna was born in Cleveland, Ohio to John G. and Marie Nemetz [nee Salobecke] on July 11, 1926. She will be lovingly remembered by her three children, three grandchildren, their spouses and numerous extended family members and friends. Family was everything to Lorna, and when she wasn’t spending time with her children or grandchildren you could find her watching her Day-Time Soap Operas, or in the kitchen cooking up one of her famous dishes or dashing off to a casino to find a slot-machine that never seemed to pay off. And, who can forget the countless weekends and holidays over the decades the family and friends that would travel to her house to play poker, laugh, eat, and live life to the moment. Lorna is preceded in death by her husband, Albert E. Craig of 46 years; father, John G. Nemetz; mother, Marie Nemetz (nee Salobecke): ...Read More

Shirlee J Mangan passed away on August 30,2022 at the age of 91. She loved God, her family and her friends. People were always more important than things. She loved art, drawing, music, singing, dancing, performing, raising kids, nursing, volunteering, and counting her blessings. She fought through many illnesses, hers, and others and faced tragedies with faith and strength. She knew the value of a smile to a stranger. Her family and friends will miss her, and count her life as a blessing. A Celebration of Life will be held on November 20,2022 at Rocky River Elmwood Cabin 600 Elmwood Dr, from 1:00-6:00 with a special tribute at 3:00 All are welcome.

Patricia Ann Fitzpatrick Martincic, 84 years old. Died peacefully with family attending. Beloved wife of John Martincic for 66 years. Dearest Mother of John (Giz), Mary Rose, Gerald (Jeanne) Martincic, and Paul (Ann Marie) Fitzpatrick. Adoring sister to James Fitzpatrick and sister in law Benita McElwee. Beloved Grandmother of Chrissy, J.J. (Kate), Keith, Brian (Nicole), and Carol (Kyle). Great-Grandmother of Halie, Chloe, David, JV, Gracie, Maddie, Emillie, and Baby Liam. Aunt and Great Aunt of many. Best friends of Joyce Faucett for over 84 years. Preceded in death, beloved daughter of John and Mary (Gitsavage) Fitzpatrick. Older sister of Harriet Jean and John “Fitz”. Great Grandmother of Lucas Martincic. Long time Parishioner of the Conversion of St. Paul’s Shrine. She was a member of the Third Order of St Francis. Thank you for the Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration and their prayers. Thank you to the Home Hospice Nurse Beth and Aide Vivian for their time assisting our mother in her time. In Lieu of Flowers, send to Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration or American Heart Association. Meet the family for condolences; Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 11:00 am. 12:00 Noon Mass, Conversion of Saint Paul Catholic Shrine, 4120 Euclid ...Read More

Andrew T. Senko, age 77 Beloved husband of Christine (nee Adriano). Andy was born in Cambridge, Ohio on January 26, 1945. He is survived by his two brothers, Edward (Michelle) and Robert (Jamie). His parents, Andy and Mary (nee Zembo) are deceased. Andy is also survived by a large, loving extended family including many nieces, nephews, greats, and grands. He was employed with General Motors Corp. for 37 years, retiring in 2000. In retirement, he worked part-time for Enterprise Car Rental Co. for 20 years. Andy had a great love of many different sports, participating in and enjoying through his life. He was a state licensed official for football and basketball for Muny leagues and at the high school level. Was an active softball and hardball player on many teams in his earlier years, and managing a few at the same time. In his later years he found great enjoyment and fulfillment in coaching and giving hitting lessons at several area high schools for girl’s fast-pitch teams. Andy’s love of music has been with him his entire life, and along the way added cooking, gardening, and just the pure enjoyment of his home and patio. He and his wife were ...Read More

Rev Christine (Tina) M.Wakeley, born July 28th, 1926, passed away at the age of 96 on August 6th, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Fred, who passed away in 2020. Loving mother of John (Rita), Mary (Ken), Eddie, Gus - deceased, Timmy - deceased, and Cindy (Lou - deceased). Cherished by her 13 grandchildren, and many great (and great-great) grandchildren. Christine's parents (Gus and Mary Allen) developed the church, God is Love Tabernacle, which Christine became the natural successor of. Although the location of the church moved several times, her dedication to serving the Lord never faltered. Through her work in the ministry, and eventual development of the Crossroads Christian Academy school, Tina has impacted the lives of many in such a positive way. Grandma Tina- you are so very loved, by so many. May you and Grandpa be reunited in Heaven, singing together once again. "Always a smile, instead of a frown, always a hand, when one is down. Always true, thoughtful and kind, wonderful memories she left behind" A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday August 13th, 2022 at 2pm at Church Alive 4840 State Rd. Cleveland, Oh. 44109. All are welcome to come share ...Read More

Bernard Thomas Ferris born May 28, 1939, passed away peacefully at his home in Cleveland, OH on Sunday, August 7, 2022. Bernie was the youngest child of Haman and Anna Ferris (nee Rosepiler) and was preceded in death by his brother Norman and sister Rita Bielozer. He is survived by his companion and love of 17 years, Maria Rivera, his sister Theresa Kassay and his son Scott, his wife Teri and their children Ryan and Madison. He was Papa to José, Luz(José), Zulma, Javier(Fatima), Arlene(Joseph) and Carlos and extended family. He was married to Jaqueline Ferris (nee Rauscher) for fifty years. Bernie was a beloved (favorite) uncle to his many nieces and nephews. In 2008, Bernie retired from the Cleveland Police Department after serving the public as a patrolman and detective for 44 years. In 1969, he was a founding member of the Cleveland’s Policeman Patrolmen Association. Papa loved to fish, tell tall tales of serving in World War II (check the dates) and to take his Boston Terrier, Luna (his other love) for her daily walks. A celebration of Bernie’s life will be held at the Brooklyn Acres clubhouse located at 6301 Woburn, Cleveland, OH on Friday, August 12th ...Read More

Mary Ellen Zimmermann, nee Baumgardner, age 96, passed away June 29, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Loving mother of LeAnn Barnhart, Bill (Kari), Diane (Steve Hershberger), Tom and John (Karin). Grandmother of Jessica Armstrong, Joshua Barnhart (Rose), Sarah Barnhart (Jeff Leppert), Jim Barnhart (Megan), Julia Zimmermann, Bob Zimmermann and Elizabeth Zimmermann. Great Grandmother of Tommy Armstrong, Alex Leppert, Makayla Barnhart, Kalysta Leppert, Seth Leppert and Olivia Barnhart. Sister of the late Merle Baumgardner of Creede, Colorado. Good friend and neighbor to many and mom to numerous pets. She was born in Oberlin, Ohio, grew up in Wellington and raised her family in Lakewood. She was an active member of Lakewood United Methodist Church and the Women’s Board at Beck Center for the Arts. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Hospice of the Western Reserve, West Side Community House, or Lakewood United Methodist Church. A celebration of life service will be held at Lakewood United Methodist Church (15700 Detroit Ave., Lakewood OH) on Saturday, August 20th. Family and friends are invited to attend the 11:00 a.m. church service and to join us for refreshments and sharing of memories from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in ...Read More

Angelo Vinci, age 85, passed away, July 18, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Helen Vinci. Loving father of John Vinci (Kimberly), Mike Vinci ( Felicia), Chuck Vinci (Rose), and Kenneth Schnapp - Vinci (Kathy). Cherished grandfather of Ashley and Austin, Bodhi and Bexton, Heather Pitts, Shannon Schnapp, Brianne Herman, Amber (Michael) Viera, Chase (Summer) Schnapp. Dearest Son to the late Calogero and Maria Vinci. Dear brother to Chuck Vinci, Victor Vinci(Arlene deceased) , Margaret Taylor (Jerry) and Betty Ann Williams and to the late William Vinci (Jay) (both deceased), Raynard Vinci (Dee )(both deceased), Dorothy Vinci (deceased) , Mary Deranek (Dan) (both deceased) Josephine Pompigmano ( Nunzio) (both deceased) and Felicia ( Bob) Munday (both deceased). Angelo’s pastimes included bowling- where he bowled multiple 300 games and received rings for them, he loved table tennis- where he received national medals in the early 1950’s, he also played handball, tennis , baseball and basketball as a child, going to get coffee with his friends, and most of all his favorite pass time was spending time with his children, grandchildren, family and friends. Dad lived by “ Honesty “ … being honest with yourself! “If you can’t be honest with yourself, ...Read More

We are sad to announce the passing of JoAnn Wielkiewicz (née Badnoroski) of North Olmsted. She died at age 77 on July 16, 2022. JoAnn passed away surrounded by her loved ones after a battle with cancer. JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Wielkiewicz, her parents John and Elizabeth Badnoroski, her brother Johnny Badnoroski, granddaughter Elizabeth Wielkiewicz and grandson Michael Wielkiewicz. She is survived her five children Walter Wielkiewicz (Hilda), Keith Wielkiewicz, Leslie Ziegler (Jon), Jennifer Good, Janet Wielkiewicz, her grandchildren Melissa and Walter III Wielkiewicz, Kristina Taylor (Randy) and Adam and Emily Ziegler and great grandchildren Randall and Olivia Taylor. JoAnn also leaves behind one sister, Dolores Hollo. JoAnn was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. Shortly after marrying Walter, she moved to Lakewood, Ohio to raise their five children. When she was well, JoAnn loved to visit with family, garden and decorate her home. JoAnn also had a passion for dogs and had many throughout her lifetime. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The funeral will be a private ceremony with only close family members present.