Steve L. Assid
Jun 21, 2026
STEVE L. ASSID, age 79 of Middleburg Heights, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Loving fiancé of Karen Voytek; beloved father of Dena Tromp (Joshua) and Angel Assid; dearest son of the late Lucas and Jennie (nee Fabrizio) Assid; dear brother of Kathleen Zock (David). Steve loved playing cards at the Jack, fine dining and spending time with...
Fred G. Ripepi
Jun 20, 2026
FRED G. RIPEPI, age 70 of Florida, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday June 20, 2026. Beloved son of the late Guerino and Carolyn (nee Skok) Ripepi; loving brother of Gloria Solarz (bJoseph, deceased), Chuck Ripepi (Dr. Joan McDonough) and Gina Piccirilli (George); dearest uncle of Matthew Solarz (Shannon), Joseph Solarz (Kara), George Piccirilli (Allie), Anthony Piccirilli (Shelby),...
James I Carter, II
Jun 19, 2026
JAMES I. CARTER, II “D.J. Jimmy C.", age 68; loving father of Domenic Carter (Colleen McClelland) and Santino Carter; son of the late James I. Carter, Sr. and Frances Carter; brother of Mickey Carter and Carol Carter. James was a private DJ and a radio host for over 40 years. Prayer service at the funeral home Saturday, June 27, 2026...
EDWARD DONALD KAROLICK
Jun 19, 2026
EDWARD DONALD KAROLICK, Age 87, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2026. Loving husband of Anna Marie (nee Lisac) for 63 years; beloved father of Dawn Marie Karolick, Theresa Fox, Katherine Karolick, Bridget Zorbas (Matthew), Beth Mash (Bill) and Mitch Karolick; cherished grandfather of Kerr Kacmarcik (Stacy), William Mash, Tommy Mash (Alivia Payne), Samantha Mash, Alexa Zorbas, Calista...
GIUSEPPE DiDONATO
Jun 19, 2026
GIUSEPPE DiDONATO, age 93; beloved husband of the late Marianna (nee Benedetto); loving father of Francesco (Rosa, deceased), Stefano, Ciro (Valerie) and Chiara Thompson (Mark, deceased); dearest grandfather of Giuseppe (Jennifer), Giacomo (Stephanie), Maria, Gabrielle, Keith Bernes and Samantha Brannon (Alex); great grandfather of seven; brother of Ciro (Maria) (both deceased), Nicola (Nina) (both deceased), Grazia DiFino (Vito) (both deceased),...
Susan Marie Therese Arida Abraham
Jun 18, 2026
SUSAN MARIE THERESE ARIDA ABRAHAM, age 83, entered into eternal rest on June 18, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Norman J. Abraham Sr.; loving mother of Christine M. Abraham (Joshua Pepper) and of her late sons, Norman "Ace" Abraham Jr. and Mark J. Abraham; cherished grandmother of Susanjean Flaherty and Miranda Abraham. Daughter of the late Joseph and Tina...
JEAN MARIE KNUCKLES
Jun 15, 2026
JEAN MARIE KNUCKLES (nee Janik); beloved wife of the late Gerald “Jerry”; Loving mother of Will Knuckles (Hydie); Dear Grandmother of Kiera Knuckles; Daughter of the late Paul Janik and Veronica (nee Rusnak); loving sister of Joyce Patterson (Stan) (both deceased) and Joanna Petro (Rodney) (both deceased). Contributions may be made to Knights of Columbus Counsil 16373 c/o St. Ladislas...
STYLIANOS "STEVE" GEORGE PATERAS
Jun 14, 2026
STYLIANOS “STEVE” GEORGE PATERAS, age 83; of Hinckley, Ohio, born September 28, 1942 in Alexandria, Egypt. Passed away peacefully at his condo in Florida, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion to family, and unwavering pride. Loving husband of Maria (nee Papadelis) for 56 years; devoted father of Sophia Porter, George Pateras (Tamara) and Christina Maggos (Anastasios); dear Papou...
DONALD P HANNAN
Jun 14, 2026
DONALD P. HANNAN, age 77; passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026. Loving husband of Diane (nee Reveglia); cherished father of Logan Hannan; son, brother and dear friend of many. U.S. Army Veteran. All Service Private.
VICTOR W. RAFFAY
Jun 14, 2026
Victor Walter Raffay
Victor Walter Raffay, 64, of Parma Heights, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Born and raised in Parma Heights, Vic was the beloved son of Victor E. Raffay and Margaret Snow Raffay. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Jeannette (“Rico”), who passed on March 12, 2025. He was also preceded in death by his...
GARY C. TRESISE
Jun 13, 2026
GARY C. TRESISE, age 70 of Brook Park, passed away Saturday June 13, 2026. Dearest father of Nathan (Allie) and Christopher; loving son of Donald E. Tresise (deceased) (Linda) and Eleanor George (Dr. Robert George) (both deceased); dearest brother of Donald G. Tresise (deceased) and Sharon Janos (Paul, deceased); step-father of Richie Cook (Abby) and Jimmy Cook (Elena); step-brother of...
RYAN "R.J." KESTRANEK
Jun 13, 2026
RYAN “R.J.” KESTRANEK, age 19; of Strongsville, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026. Loving son of Trish Wood and Michael Kestranek; deeply adored brother of Karyssa, Makayli, Jason and Michael; grandson of Hyang Wood; beloved uncle, nephew, cousin and dear friend of many. Ryan had a special closeness to Auntie Kathy, Uncle Barney and their three boys. R.J. attended Valley...
Diane A. Fiorucci
Jun 13, 2026
DIANE A. FIORUCCI (nee Budny), age 83, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday June 13, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Raymond; loving mother of Renae Borowski (John); cherished Dewey of Jessica Lenahan (Brendan) and Jennifer Richards (Chad); great-grandmother of Olivia, Sullivan and Jameson; daughter of the late Chester and Florence Budny (nee Siedlecki); sister of Dennis...
ROBERT E. VARWIG
Jun 12, 2026
ROBERT E. VARWIG, Age 84, of Cleveland, passed away Friday June 12, 2026. Beloved son of the late Albert and Genevieve (nee Kurz); loving brother of Allen Varwig and the late Lawrence Varwig, Carol Szenger and Sandra Varwig; Beloved uncle of many. U.S. Navy Veteran. Family and friends received at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.),...
ROSEMARY KARPUS
Jun 12, 2026
ROSEMARY KARPUS (nee Cerul), Age 91, of Parma, passed away peacefully on Friday June 12, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Ronald G. Karpus; loving mother of Ronald G. Karpus, Jr. (Dana, nee Sileo), Don Karpus (Patricia, nee Sherrill), Joanna Kula (William) and Cathy Cavey (Martin); dearest grandmother of 15; great grandmother of 32; daughter of the late Joseph and...
JAMES T. MASCOL
Jun 11, 2026
JAMES T. MASCOL, age 73; of North Olmsted, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026. Beloved son of the late Bill and Emily; loving brother of Bill (Belinda), Bob (Joan) and Rich (Suzette); dearest uncle of Susie Maine (Tom) and many other nieces and nephews. Jim worked at Lunar Tool and Mold for 20 years before his retirement in 2016. He...
KRISTEN SGRO
Jun 7, 2026
KRISTEN SGRO (nee Grzybowski), age 63; of Parma, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Beloved wife of Guy for 39 years; loving mother of Taylor Spooner (Alex) and Amy Kirry (Michael); dearest grandmother of Giulietta Spooner, Beau Spooner, Vaughn Spooner, Julian Kirry, Leonardo Kirry, Ava Spooner and Vincent Kirry; daughter of the late Raymond and Therese...
Linda Hesson
Jun 6, 2026
LINDA GRACE HESSON, age 82, passed June 6, 2026 at Holy Family Hospice in Parma, following a lengthy illness. Linda was the beloved wife of the late Robert Hesson. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Linda loved her dogs, crocheting, sewing and crafting. She and Bob enjoyed doing craft shows together. She also loved TV and her iPad....
Lynne Scaravilli
Jun 5, 2026
LYNNE SCARAVILLI (nee Dames), Age 97; passed away Friday June 5, 2026, beloved wife of the late Charles for 70 years; loving mother of Charles (Jean), Gayle and Timothy (Tina); dearest grandmother of Amy, Robert, Michael (Guzel), Amber and Alexandra; great grandmother of Peyton, Hunter, Brody, Mila, Azalea Colton and Olivia; daughter of the late Clyde R. and Thelma Dames;...
NAJAH ZKIAB
Jun 5, 2026
NAJAH ZKIAB, Age 75 of Cleveland, passed away Friday June 5, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Kaissar; loving mother of Jeannette Lteif (deceased), Joseph (deceased)(Fatiha), Roger (deceased), Pierre and Dani; dearest grandmother of Megan, Amanda, C.J., Johnny, Joey, Zara, Romel and Anthony; great grandmother of RJ and Kaitlyn; daughter of the late Elias and Mary; sister of Samira, Amira,...
