Stephen R. Koces

STEPHEN R. KOCES, Age 92, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023; loving husband of Josephine (nee Bombik) for 55 years; beloved father of Kathy Pishnery (Tony), Steve (Jennifer) and Christine Smith (Jeremi); cherished grandfather of Tony (Erica), Michael, Vince, Cristina, Jacob, Joshua, Zachary, Jeremi, and Sean; son of the late Stephen R. and Pauline; brother of Irene Cale (Ron) (both deceased), Dolores Maskaluk, Marion Koces, Sylvia Koces, and Karen Koces; uncle and dear friend of many. U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. Stephen was very easy going and enjoyed spending time with his family. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the United Service Organizations, www.USO.org. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 3395 E. 53rd St., Cleveland, Ohio 44127 on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 10 a.m. Please meet at church. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Family and friends received at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), Tuesday 4-7 P.M.