ATIE A. GEORGES
Dec 6, 2025
In the Lebanese village of Kfarsaroun, Atie Georges was born a miracle. His mother, who believed she couldn’t conceive, gave him a name that means “a gift from God.” And for 90 years, Atie’s presence remained a blessing to everyone who knew him.
Atie became the eldest of six brothers and one sister. He left school at age 15 to help...
REGINA PREM
Dec 11, 2025
REGINA PREM (nee Birschl), age 84; beloved wife of the late Ferdinand; loving mother of Joseph Greif, Manfred Prem, Thomas Greif (Sandra), Andre Prem and Peter Prem (Kelly); grandmother of nine; great-grandmother of 10; sister of Francis, Rosina and the late Emmy and Pete. Prayer service at the funeral home Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 12:00 noon. Interment Holy Cross...
SUE "SUSIE" ELLEN FRANCES
Dec 9, 0225
SUE ELLEN “SUSIE” FRANCES (Francescangeli) (nee Mizick), age 80; beloved wife of the late Bruno Frances for 44 years; loving mother of David Frances (Kim), Scott Francesangeli and Danielle Razavi (Matthew); dearest grandma of Julia, Jenna and Cara Razavi; sister of Sandra Zaccardelli (Anthony), Mary Jo “Cookie” Robertson and Joseph Mizick (deceased). The Frances family would like to acknowledge the...
CAROL RAE BRYANT
Dec 11, 2025
CAROL RAE BRYANT (nee Morris), age 84, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025. Loving wife of the late Albert for 45 years; beloved mother of Joe Lee Bryant, Tamara Pabin (Jerome), Louri Ritter (David) and Lance Bryant (Shawn); cherished grandmother of Mark Schlenkerman, Alexandra Bryant, Cody Ritter (Victoria), Brittney Kossin, Lance Bryant (Kate), Stefani Clegg (Blake Youngblood), Jerome Pabin,...
VALERIE ANN KALL
Dec 10, 2025
Valerie Ann Kall (nee Cook) born May 9, 1953, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven December 10, 2025. Valerie is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Phillip Kall. She is proceeded in death by her loving parents Fred and Mary Jane Cook (nee Wisniewski). She was a devoted mother of Brenda Pavliscak (John), Matushka Catrina Kovalak (Rev. Pdn....
NORMAN M. TAKACS
Dec 9, 2025
NORMAN M. TAKACS, age 80; beloved husband of Barbara (nee Larsen) for 49 years; loving father of Angela Masterson (Chris); dearest grandfather of Arthur and Mae Masterson; son of the late Julius and Irma Takacs; brother of the late Gerald Takacs; U.S. Air Force Veteran. No funeral services will be held but the family suggests contributions in his honor to...
MARLENE LOUISE LUCAS
Dec 6, 2025
MARLENE LOUISE LUCAS, age 84; loving daughter of the late Louis and Irene (nee Fadenholz) Lucas; dear sister of Louis Lucas (Doris) and Edward Lucas (deceased); loving aunt of many. Marlene was blessed by many special friends, she was a science teacher at St. Columbkille School, the director of religious education at St. James Church in Lakewood, an associate member...
ARTABELLE "ARTI" F. MADER
Dec 4, 2025
ARTABELLE F. “ARTI” MADER (nee Trumblee), age 83; of Canton and Kelley’s Island. Passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Robert O. Mader; dearest daughter of the late Clarence and Artabelle Trumblee; loving aunt, great aunt and dear friend of many. Arti began her teaching career in 1964 for Rocky River Schools, then taught...
MICHAEL J. FLANAGAN
Dec 4, 2025
MICHAEL J. FLANAGAN, age 68; of Cleveland. Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Beloved husband of Debra (nee Galauner) for almost 50 years; loving father of Renee Ellis (Dan, deceased) and Karen Rando (Charlie); dearest grandfather of Rachael Ellis (Jeremiah Martinez), Amber Ellis (Andrew Woods), Jeremy Ellis, Michelle Rando and Dylan Woods; great-grandfather of Gianna and Selena; brother...
BIAGIO BELFIORE
Nov 29, 2025
BIAGIO BELFIORE, age 87; of Seven Hills, born in Sant’Agata, Sicily. Passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Rito) for 57 years; son of the late Salvatore and Teresa (nee Gumina); dearest brother of Carl Belfiore (Rosella); loving uncle, great uncle and dear friend of many. Biagio was a well-known baker at Rito’s Bakery for many...
MARY M. HOLBROOK
Nov 29, 2025
MARY M. HOLBROOK (nee Finley), age 95, of Cleveland passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Beloved wife of John Holbrook (deceased); loving mother of Alfred C. Brandenburg (deceased) (Carolyn), Leonard Finley, Allen Holbrook (Diane), Johnnie Ray Holbrook (deceased), Bruce Holbrook (deceased) and Michael Holbrook (deceased); dearest grandmother of Michelle Brandenburg, Alfred C. Brandenburg, Jr. (Melissa), Jessica Holbrook, Paul...
JEANNE A. TISCHLER
Nov 28, 2025
JEANNE ARLENE TISCHLER (nee Becker), age 90; beloved wife of the late Louis, Jr.; loving mother of Lee Bachman (Gina), Daniel Bachman (Susan), Nancy Thompson (Roscoe III), Judy Herbert (Thomas), Mark Tischler (Denise), Dan Tischler (Susanna), Philip Tischler (Susanne), Therese Plair (Frank) and Martin Tischler (Lori); devoted grandmother of 31; devoted great grandmother of 25; member of Cleveland Letter Carrier’s...
INGRID M. LOBE
Nov 27, 2025
INGRID M. LOBE, age 63, of Middleburg Heights, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, with her loving daughters at her side.Ingrid was born March 25, 1962, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of the late Alois and Hedy Lobe. She devoted many years of her life to caring for others through her work at Pleasant Lake Villa, where her compassion,...
DANIEL A. POOLE
Nov 27, 2025
DANIEL ADAM POOLE, age 45; beloved son of the late Robert and Margi Poole (nee Timan); loving brother of Nick (Amy) and the late Matt Poole; uncle of Dylanne Weese (Matt); great-uncle of Alex Weese; nephew, cousin and friend of many.
Dan was a beloved friend, known for his love of music and his skull collection. Dan was able to see...
DANA M. WILLIAMS
Nov 27, 2025
DANA M. WILLIAMS (nee Eckelberry), age 51; beloved wife of Christopher for 24 years; loving mother of Kevin and Danielle; daughter of Robert and Dorothy Eckelberry; sister of Robert Eckelberry (Gretchen); aunt of Violet, Tyler, Logan, Jessica and Annabelle; daughter-in-law of Joanne Williams and Ralph Williams; sister-in-law of Cheryl Curtin-Wentworth (Bill); niece, cousin and friend of many. Mass of Christian...
ROSE PERIS
Nov 26, 2025
ROSE PERIS (nee Jewell), age 74; beloved wife of the late Steve Peris; loving mother of Teresa Adkins (Curtis), James Mitchell, Jr. and Jason Mitchell; grandmother of 14; great-grandmother of six; daughter of the late Frank and Nancy Jewell (nee Seminatore); sister of Frank Jewell, Donna Emery (Bruce) (both deceased) and Norma Jewell (deceased); sister-in-law of Aristea Skoutas. Service at...
AUREA ROSA IRIZARRY
Nov 23, 2025
AUREA ROSA IRIZARRY (nee Zeda), age 98; beloved wife of the late Maximo; loving mother of Hector Irizarry (Annie), Henry Irizarry (Mary), Enid Milagros Torres (Carlos), Kenneth Irizarry (Tammy), Carmen Rosa (Freddie, deceased), Helen Irizarry (Victor, deceased), Maximo Irizarry, Jr. (Teresa) and Joseph Irizarry (Stephanie); loving grandmother of Carlito, Lissette, Lisa, David, Danielle, Annalisse, Efren II, Gabriel, Isaiah, Israel, Francisco,...
MARLENE ANN PETERSON
Nov 22, 2025
MARLENE ANN PETERSON (nee Kebbel), age 86; beloved wife of the late Jack Peterson for 68 years; loving mother of Tracy Kobak (Daniel), Tami Theobald (Don), Jack Peterson, Jr. (Lynne) and Jeffrey Peterson (Jennifer); grandmother of 15; great-grandmother of 23. Marlene loved to travel with her husband and being surrounded by family. Memorial service at Divinity Lutheran Church, 11877 Blossom...
VICKIE J. RIEKER
Nov 21, 2025
VICKIE J. RIEKER (nee Molina), age 71; of Strongsville. Passed away Friday, November 21, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Carl J. Rieker; daughter of the late Benny and Eleanor Molina; loving sister of Vincent Molina (Kathryn), Bonny Molina, Barbara Hoke (David, deceased) and Gary Jones (Penny); stepmother of Suzanne (deceased), Craig and Daniel (Sonja) Rieker; dear cousin, aunt and...
PETER KACZMAREK
Nov 18, 2025
Peter George Kaczmarek, age 83, formerly of Parma, Ohio, passed away on November 18, 2025. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Stancato); loving father of Lisa Asbill (Clayton) and Angela Watkins (Gene); dearest grandfather of Seth Peter, Ethan, Amanda Loweth (Jordan) and Emily; son of Joseph and Helen (nee Kordas) Kaczmarek (both deceased); dear brother of Leona Tancak (William) (both deceased),...
