Obituaries

Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.

Amen.

Mary K. Medlock (View Guest Book)

MEDLOCK MARY KAY MEDLOCK, age 49. Loving mother of Ethan. Dearest daughter of Frank Medlock and Patricia Lachan (nee Miller). Dear sister of Michael (deceased), James (Lynn), Anthony (Nikki), Margaret Coats (Tracy), Michelle Kittle (Bill) and Marie Hofman. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many dear friends. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Make A Wish Foundation, 1422 Euclid Ave. #239, Cleveland, OH 44115. Mass of Christian Burial St. Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Rd. (Brunswick, OH) Monday, August 16, 2010 at 10:00AM (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends SUNDAY 1-4 PM at A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71

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Dominic J. Vadini (View Guest Book)

VADINI DOMINIC J. VADINI, age 83. Retired Parma Firefighter. Beloved husband of Joanna (nee Carr). Loving father of Kenneth, Dennis (Carol), Janice, Steve (Mary) and Anita. Cherished grand-father of 10 and great-grandfather of 10. Dear brother of Patricia Moore, Grace D'Orazio, Joseph and Mario Vadini. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. U.S. Army WWII Veteran. Founding member of the West Side Veteran's Group and member of the VFW Post 1974. Mass of Christian Burial St. Ambrose Church Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, (Rittman, OH.). Friends received TUESDAY 2-4 AND 6-9 P.M. AT THE A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY RD., MIDDLEBURG HTS. (WEST OF I-71).

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Justin S. Maleski (View Guest Book)

MALESKI JUSTIN S. MALESKI, age 25 of Ashland, OH, passed away unexpectedly on August 3, 2010. Surviving are his parents, Theodore S. and Candy (nee Anderson) Maleski, brothers; Theodore S., Jr. (wife Danielle) and Joseph, paternal grandparents; Theodore M. and Angelina Maleski and maternal grandparents; James Anderson and Phyllis McElwain. VISITATION will be held FRIDAY, AUGUST 6, 2010 from 2 to 4 P.M. and 6 to 8 P.M. at CARLSON FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES, 3477 MEDINA RD (CORNER OF RTE. 18 and RIVER STYX RD), MEDINA. VISITATION also will be held 1-HR prior on AUGUST 7, 2010 at 9 A. M. prior to Funeral Service at 10 A. M. at St. Ambrose Catholic Parish Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick, OH. (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). Fr. Bob Stec officiating

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Jeanette K. (Shutty) Duke (View Guest Book)

DUKE JEANETTE L. DUKE (nee Shutty), 78, of Brunswick passed away July 28, 2010. Beloved wife of Jack; loving mother of Lee Ann (Anthony) Case, Suzanne (Bryan) Collins, John Duke, Laura (Scott) Biro and Peggy (Andrew) Gedeon; grandmother of seven; and great-grandmother of five. Friends may call at St. Ambrose Catholic Church Chapel, 929 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, MONDAY 6-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to American Diabetes Association, 4500 Rockside Rd., Suite 440, Cleveland, OH 44131.

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Agnes R. Christofferson (View Guest Book)

CHRISTOFFERSON AGNES R. CHRISTOFFERSON, 89, of Brunswick passed away Monday July 12. She was born on Oct. 27, 1920 in Cleveland. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church, a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Gamma Llambda Chapter. She retired from the Civil Service as a secretary for the Dept. of Transportation in the U.S. Coast Guard. Survived by her sister Rosemary Reinhardt, her niece Charla Farrenholz and several other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert and her parents Glenn and Margaret Reinhardt. Friends may call ON THURSDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. AT WAITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 3300 CENTER RD. (RT. 303 NEAR I-71), BRUNSWICK. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Rd., Brunswick. Contributions may be made to the Society for the Blind, 1909 E. 101 St., Cleveland, 44106.

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Frank A. Petrella (View Guest Book)

PETRELLA FRANK A. PETRELLA, age 90, beloved husband of the late Carmella (nee Santora), loving father of Joseph (Judy), Anthony (Kay), Daniel, Diane Cervelli (Frank), Frank Jr. and the late John, dear grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, brother of the late Olive Scarpullo, Richard, Rose Starr and John. U.S. Army W.W.II Veteran, served in the South Pacific and Philippine Islands. Life member of VFW Strongsville Post 3345. Mass of Christian Burial St. Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, Tuesday, July 13, at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), MONDAY, 2 - 4 AND 6 - 9 P.M., TUESDAY, IN THE CHURCH 9:30 - 10 A.M.

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James Edward "Jimmy" Chapple (View Guest Book)

CHAPPLE JAMES "JIMMY" EDWARD CHAPPLE, 35 of Brunswick, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 6, 2010. He is survived by his lifetime companion; Melissa "Missy" Carder; his parents; James and Izabela (nee Wodzisz) Chapple; sister; Lisa Ann Parsons; niece; Samantha Parsons; nephew Karlon Parsons and maternal grandmother; Helena Wodzisz. Friends may join the family for VISITATION on THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at CARLSON FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES, 1642 PEARL ROAD (1/2 mile South of Route 303), BRUNSWICK and ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES AT CHURCH. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 9, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Caroline's Kids, P.O. Box 24068, Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124 in Jimmy's name.

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Mario J. Fascione (View Guest Book)

FASCIONE MARIO J. FASCIONE, 79, of Medina passed away on Friday, June 11 in Medina. He was born on April 30, 1931 in Cleveland. Mario served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was an engineer for GM for 15 years. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, golfing and playing guitar. He is survived by his beloved wife, Florence (nee Schmidt); children Lynne (Ariel) Negron of Parma, Mark (Helen) Fascione of North Royalton, Christina (Paul) Kusnerak of Brunswick Hills and Gayle Houdek of Brunswick; grandchildren twins Jeanna Fascione and Jennifer (Nathan) Brothers, Nicholas, Michael, Julie, Natalie, Sara, Lindsey, Rich, Hayley, Kylie and Isabella; sister Ellen Wells of Strongsville; and brother, Romeo Fascione of Seven Hills. Preceded in death by his daughter, Jane Fascione; and son-in-law, Richard; sister Diane Delp; and brother, Rinaldo Fascione. Friends may call at WAITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, (RT. 303 NEAR I-71) ON MONDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 2-4 AND 7-9 P.M. Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 15 at 11:30 a.m. A military burial will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

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Mary Ann Rybacki (View Guest Book)

RYBACKI MARY ANN RYBACKI, 73, passed away Wednesday, June 9th, in Seven Hills. Survived by her beloved husband, Stephen; children, Marci Rybacki, Stephen W. (Marcia) and Mark; two grandchildren and sister, Betty Jane (Elmer) Clawson. Preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bill Wintrich. Friends may call THURSDAY, AT 2 - 4 AND 6 - 8 P.M. AT WAITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 3300 CENTER RD. (RT. 303 NEAR I-71), BRUNSWICK AND ONE HOUR PRIOR TO MASS AT CHURCH. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, 10 a.m., at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 929 Pearl Rd., Brunswick. Contributions may be made to Holy Family Home, 6707 State Rd., Parma, OH 44134.

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Mark Savage (View Guest Book)

SAVAGE MARK SAVAGE, 36, of Medina passed away Sunday, June 6th during the storm in Erie County. He was a devoted and loving husband to Shannon. He embraced life through the love of his boys, Zane Joseph and Xavier Michael. Mark loved life and always shared this love with the many people he touched through his interests. He enjoyed astronomy, golf and music. Mark opened the doors of love for music for many by playing his bass for God in his church band. He enjoyed flying his plane and used the gift of flight to help others through the Angel Flight Program where he transported those in need of medical treatments. Mark was a blessing to all whose lives he touched. His smile and willingness to help others was remarkable. His walk through life was a journey of positive ambition. Mark is also survived by his parents John and Janet Savage; brother Matthew (Vica) Savage; sister Joyelle Lawrence; many nieces and nephews – all who are very proud of his love and many accomplishments. Friends may call on TUESDAY, JUNE 8th from 4-9 PM at WAITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 3300 CENTER RD. (Rt 303 near I-71), BRUNSWICK and ONE HOUR PRIOR ON WEDNESDAY at the church. Celebration of Life will be Wednesday June 9th at 11 AM at the Brunswick Reformed Church, 3535 Grafton Rd in Brunswick. Pastor Don Poest will officiate. Contributions may be made to Angel Flight Central, 10 Richards Road, Kansas City, Missouri, 64116 or angelflightcentral.org.

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Jeanette K. Polk (View Guest Book)

POLK JEANETTE K. POLK, 81, of Brunswick passed away on May 26, 2010. She is survived by her children: John J. (Laura Day) Polk, Mike (Peggy Rhoads) Polk, Donna (George) Wolff, Karen (Dan) Green, Jeanne Polk, Dan (Debbie Pero) Polk and Christine (Christopher) Monczewski; sister Rita (Lorenzo) Luciano; sisters-in-law, Donna Kelly and Judy Kelly; 18 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband John H. Polk; parents and brothers James P. and Charles H. Kelly. FRIENDS MAY JOIN THE FAMILY FOR VISITATION ON SUNDAY, MAY 30, 2010 FROM 6-8 P.M. AND ON MONDAY, MAY 31, 2010 FROM 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. AT CARLSON FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES, 1642 PEARL RD. (1/2 MILE S. OF RT. 303), BRUNSWICK. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Ambrose Parish with Fr. John Carlin. Interment will follow in Eastlawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Ambrose Special Education Program, Southwest General Health Center Hospice or Ronald McDonald House.

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Allen M. Buhoveckey (View Guest Book)

Allen Buhoveckey 66, of Brunswick Hills passed away Saturday May 22nd. He enjoyed being a guitar/banjo teacher for Memphis Ridge Music in Brook Park and Music Workshop in Strongsville. He was employed as a Research & Development Chemist at Cansto Paint/Varnish Co. in Cleveland. He is survived by his beloved wife Judy (nee Lewandowski), children Bryan (Kathleen) of Strongsville, Gregory, Sr. (Bethany) of Swanton, Oh, AnnMarie (fiancé David Kaniecki) of Brunswick Hills, Christopher of North Royalton and Mark of Brunswick, grandchildren Gregory Jr and Alissa. He was preceded in death by his parents Michael & Bernice Buhoveckey. Friends and family may call on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Waite & Son Funeral Home, 3300 Center Rd (Rt 303 near I 71), Brunswick. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday 11 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick. Father Bob Stec will officiate. Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com

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John A. Dora, Sr (View Guest Book)

DORA JOHN A. DORA, SR. (May 19, 1935 - May 20, 2010). Beloved husband of Pauline (nee Bowen). Loving father of John A. Dora, Jr. (Anita) and Juanita Dora. Cherished grandfather of Ryan and Eric. Dear brother of Michael Kichurchak (Catherine) (both deceased), Terrence Kichurchak (Mildred) and Joseph Dora (deceased) (Mary Helen). Brother in law of Richard Bowen (Carol) and Jay Bowen (Sue) Dear uncle and great-uncle to many. Mass of Christian Burial, Monday May 24, 2010, St. Ambrose Church at 10:00 AM. Interment Eastlawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to the Cleveland Animal Protective League. Friends received Sunday 2 - 6 PM at THE A.RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (West of I-71).

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June Marie Praisler  (Sign Guest Book | Send Private Condolences  |  Send Flowers )

June Marie Praisler, age 67, passed away Monday, May 17, 2010 in Medina. June was born June 6, 1942 in Cleveland, OH to Joseph and Marie Praisler. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and a licensed practical nurse for 34 years at Parma Community General Hospital. She is survived by her sister Jan (Lester) Valach and brother Joseph (Barbara) Praisler; nieces and nephews Jennifer (Bryan) Loos, Sarah (Shawn) Mahoney, Paul Valach, Luke Valach, Jeffrey Praisler and David (Juliana) Praisler; 5 great- nephews; 1 great-niece; foster sisters Rose (Bob) Smith and Jean (Rob) Cook; 3 uncles, 4 aunts and many cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick, Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Greg Olszewski will officiate. Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Cleveland. Family will receive friends at the Waite & Son Funeral home, 765 N. Court St., Medina, Friday, May 21, 2010 from 2-4 & 6-8:00 p.m..

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DIETRICH MARGARET "MARGE' DIETRICH, 88, of Brunswick, passed away on May 12, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Carl; children Carol (David) Klem, Jerry (Gloria) Winkler and Melody (John) Kokochak; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her first husband, George Winkler; infant son, Ronald; her parents; and siblings. FRIENDS MAY JOIN THE FAMILY FOR VISITATION ON SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2010 FROM 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. AT CARLSON FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES, 1642 PEARL RD. (.5 MILE SOUTH OF RT. 303), BRUNSWICK. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment will follow in Eastlawn Memory Gardens.

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