Thomas J. Szoradi, age 84, beloved husband of 61 years to Sharon (nee Hauck) passed away March 4, 2025. Tom was loving father to Robin (Luke) Baum, Thomas, Jr. (Mary), Christopher, Tim (Heather), David (Marla) and Heidi (Doug) Justice. "Papa Tom" to Evan (Jasmine), Mitchell, Thomas Ross, Abigail, Olivia, Ryan, Nicholas, Benjamin, Samuel, David, Nathan (Rachel) and Sam. Son of the late Dorothy (nee Hoflich) and Vincent Szoradi and beloved brother of James (Mary Ann) and the late Richard (Diane) Szoradi.
Tom grew up on West 89th Street and attended St. Edward High School, Class of 58. He became a journeyman carpenter in 1964 and soon after started Ceiling Specialties Co. putting in ceilings in many historic buildings in downtown Cleveland. He was an entrepreneur his whole life later owning C.S. Interiors and Northern Ohio Lumber Co. Tom was an avid Cleveland Sports fan. In retirement, you could call his answering machine to get Cleveland sports team schedules and updates. He enjoyed bowling, woodworking and gardening. Later in life he discovered crock pot cooking. He loved all of his children and his grandchildren, although he probably couldn't tell you any of their birth dates. While his voice was booming, his heart was soft and sweet. He will be remembered for his crazy sense of humor and ability to make anyone laugh.
Funeral mass on Saturday, March 8th St. Mel Church (14436 Triskett Road; Cleveland, Ohio) at 10:00am. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT ROAD, Friday 2-4pm and 6-8pm. In leiu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve.