Earl Leo Miller, 91, longtime resident of Lakewood passed away peacefully on May 12, 2020 at the Normandy Care Center in Rocky River. Born in Toledo on May 7, 1929 as the only child to the late Earl and Georgia (Whetslier) Miller, he was raised and educated attending Cincinnati schools. Earl worked for many years as a door-to-door salesman selling magazine subscriptions until he entered the second part of his career. He worked for the post office for nearly thirty years finally retiring in January 1993. After retirement, Earl enjoyed the many quiet activities that life had to offer.
Earl relocated to the Cleveland area in the early 1960’s, found love with his soulmate and was married in a simple ceremony on March 11, 1967. A devout lifelong Lutheran, he was a member of the Good Soil Lutheran Ministries and lived with the Lord in his life. As the patriarch of his family, Earl enjoyed stamp collecting, going to the movies, watching syfi and loved spending time playing board games with his grand children. With a love for traveling, he would often take his family on many day and weekend trips. Earl touched many lives in many different circles and will fondly be loved, cherished and missed by all.
Earl is survived by his beloved bride, Joyce Virginia (Meyer) Miller of Lakewood, with whom celebrated over 53 years of marriage together. He is also survived by his two children; his son, Kurt Miller and his wife Jacqueline of Lakewood, and his daughter Kristina Ritley and her longtime companion Don Hamel of Shaker Heights. Earl was the proud grandfather to his five grandchildren; Carolann Pickering, Kurt Miller Jr, Natasha Anderson, Sarah Ritley and Matthew Ritley and great-grandfather to Zoey and Alaina Miller and Aerith and Liam Pickering. He is also survived by several in-laws and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Earl was predeceased by his stepmother Inez Miller, two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law.
To honor Earl’s wishes, all services will be privately held. A celebration of life will be held in Earl’s memory at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Earl’s memory to the Lakewood Community Services Center, 14230 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107. Arrangements by Donlon Funeral Home, 15408 Triskett Rd, Cleveland, OH 44111.
Karen Emping
Wife of the late Russell. Mother of Jesse Garling (Tara), Brett Garling, and Amanda Emping. Grandmother of Taylor, Blake, Jaxon, Jillion, and Jennison. Sister of Russell (Michelle), Laurel Balog, Betti Senko(Daniel), Deidre Watkins(dec) (Daniel), and Jennifer Dickey (Daniel). Daughter of the late Russell and Chris Bowers. Aunt to many.
Joseph Falacienski
Joseph Falacienski dearly beloved son of the late Henry and Anna Marie (nee Cusak) Falacienski. Beloved brother of Henry M. (Carol), Michael J. (Deb), Margaret A. and Thomes W. (Colleen). Beloved uncle of Brian, Kelly, Laura, Jen, Jean, Michael (Beth), Ryan(dec) and Katherine. Great-uncle of many. Dear nephew and cousin. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD.. on Thursday 11:30-1:30PM with services beginning at 1:30. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Family suggest donations to New Avenues to Independence (newavenues.net)
Betty Zdrojewski
Elizabeth Zdrojewski (neeChoma), 88 passed away in her home on Tuesday April 28th. Loving wife of the late Edward. Cherished mother of Edward Zdrojewski (of Champaign, ILL) and Carol Roser. Grandmother of Peter Roser (Jessica) and Paul Roser. Dear aunt, great-aunt, and friend.
Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD.
THURS. 6-8PM. Graveside services Friday 11AM at Sunset Memorial Park
Cemetery, North Olmsted. Betty was a longtime member of St. Mel Parish and gave much of her time to volunteering for the church.
William P. Henderson
William P Henderson, age 42, passed away in his sleep unexpectediy on Thursday March 26 He leaves behind the love of his life, his soul mate, his wife Cathy. He is the best friend, protector and father of Catherine"Kitt Katt" and Anna. Loving son of Judy and the late Hershel Henderson. Dearest brother of Robert (Nedra) of New Mexico, Barbara Henderson Kiger(Sam) of West Virginia, Pamela Sue Zody (deceased), James (Joanna) of Chatham Township, and David (Michele) of Grafton. He is a beloved uncle and friend to many. He will be surely missed by all who knew him. PRIVATE SERVICES FOR IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY Interment West Park Cemetery. Because of the coronavirus a celebration of life will be held at a later date for all to honor him. In lieu of flowers family request donations to Harmony Baptist Church 4020 Ridge Rd. Brooklyn, Ohio 44144
Marilyn Gannon
Devoted wife of the late John William Gannon. Sister-in-law of Zelma Ormandy. Aunt of Phil Ormandy (Laura) and James Goldman. Cousin to Thomas Woisnet, Timothy Woisnet, Ruthie Kilbane, David Woisnet, Nancy Woisnet, Barbara Sokol, Kate Kearney, Ellen Kearney, and Maureen Kelly. Visitation Wednesday March 25 at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. 12-2PM Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, suggested donations to St. Colman Church (2027 W 65th St, Cleveland, OH 44102) or St. Malachi Church (stmalachi.org).
Irene Surgala
Irene Surgala, daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Surgala.
Sister of the late Helen, Mary, Joseph,Albert, Susie Kutler, and Margaret Meyer. Special aunt of Bernice Silver, Eunice Foster, Greg Meyer, Gloria Sokal and David Surgala. Great-Aunt to many. Worked at Kirkwood ndustries for 40yrs. Active member of the Northern Ohio Association of the Deaf for many years. Funeral Mass Wednesday March 18th at 10AM at St Mel Church 14436 Triskett Rd.Interment Calvary Cemetery. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. CLEVE.,on Tuesday 6-8PM.
ALL SERVICES WILL HELD AT 10am AT THE FUNERAL HOME -NOT THE CHURCH-BURIAL at CALVARY CEMETERY
Elaine Darvas
Elaine Darvas (nee Weidner), loving wife of Leslie for 57yrs. Dearmother of Richard (Karelyn) Darvas and Lori(Matthew)Roberts of Carmel,Grandmother of Samuel, Jacob and Robin Darvas and Becca and Emily Roberts. Sister of John (Carolyn) Weidner, Nancy Weidner and Marilyn Weidner. Preceded in death by her parents Frank and Lucille Weidner. Sister-in-law to Nancy Darvas (Kenneth) Smith. Dear aunt of many. Graduated from John Marshall High School Class of 1959. Devoted lifetime member of Christ United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir for many years. Dedicated Scoutmaster’s wife. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. CLEVE., Wed. March 18th 2-4 & 6-8PM. Memorial Service Sunday March 29th at 3PM at Christ United Methodist Church 3625 W.138th Cleve., 44111.
Contributions suggested to the church. SERVICES AT THE CHURCH ARE POSTPONED UNTIL A LATER DATE.
Margaret Walters
Margaret Walters, 68, of Painesville, Ohio, passed on February 17, 2020 Margaret was born to John and Estelle Mulhall, April 12, 1951 in Cleveland, Ohio. She graduated from St. Stephens High School and went on to become a Nurse where she practiced for over 40 years, impacting countless lives. She married Gerard Walters in August of 1988. Together they raised their only child, Stephen Walters. She leaves as her legacy to Gerard(spouse), Stephen(son), Brittany(daughter-in-law) and only grandchild Oliver. Margaret also leaves her larger than life family of ten brothers and sisters and their spouses, all of her nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She viewed her many friends as part of her family as well. She will always be remembered for her generosity, kindness, laughter, love of her family and friends, and tenacity to protect everyone she cared about. A memorial service is scheduled for February 20, 2020 from 3pm-7pm, at Donlon funeral home. Father Chris Weber will officiate the ceremony following the viewing at 7pm. The family would also like to thank friends and family for their love, support, and generosity for the care of Margaret Walters.
Marilyn (Burke) August
Marilyn (Burke) August (1936-2020) arrived in Heaven on February 15, 2020, formerly of Bellevue, PA & Lakewood, OH; preceded in death by parents Edward & Dorothy Burke & sister Dolores Grieve; former wife of the late Stephen August; mother of Kathleen Chisar (Chrissy Martin), Edward (Jenny) August, Marjorie (Damon) Lacovic; grandmother of Danielle (Rob) Wessler, Jason (Ashley) Chisar, Tyler (Amy) August, Tommy August, Gwendolyn Lacovic; great-grandmother of Olivia, Charlotte, Jameson, Alexandria, Liam, Sean; aunt of Molly Paulson & Andy Mankey; beloved cousin of Ginny Vekasy, Carole Price, Dick Howe, Kathy Caputo, Ed Howe & the late Michael Howe. Marilyn was a well-loved teacher in the Pittsburgh, Lakewood & Cleveland Public School Systems, a devout Catholic & Third Order Franciscan, Girl Scout leader, Delta Kappa Gamma & Sigma Kappa Sorority sister, an avid reader, bridge player, proud Republican & Pro-Life Supporter. Friends received Friday 3-8 pm, BERRY-MC GREEVEY FUNERAL HOME, 26691 DETROIT RD., WESTLAKE, OH 44145. Mass on Saturday 10am at St. Luke Catholic Church, 1212 Bunts Rd, Lakewood, OH, 44107. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration, 4108 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103. They always answered Marilyn's prayers.
Sadie K. Lymburner
Sadie Kay (Cosner) Lymburner, age 70, passed away peacefully on January 24th, 2020 in her room at the Renaissance Nursing Home in Olmsted Township, Ohio. Sadie Kay had lived there for nearly five years after suffering a massive stroke which left her partially paralyzed and unable to communicate. She was born on February 1, 1949 in Keyser, West Virginia to Forrest and Katherine Cosner. Sadie Kay is survived by her four children; Becky Moore & partner Jim Adams (Tonawanda, NY), Charles R. Lymburner & fiancé Kelly Jo Carroll (Williamsville, NY), Nichole Lofton & husband Keith (Olmstead Falls, OH), and Forrest Lymburner & partner Chris Fontenot (Ft Worth, TX). Also surviving her are her eight grandchildren; Abigail Marple & husband Nathan, Adam Moore, Ashleigh Lymburner, Tyler Lofton, Rafael Lofton, Luther Lofton, Ann Lofton, and Braydn Lymburner. Sadie Kay is also survived by her sister Becky Bacorn & husband Wayne, brother Forrest Cosner & wife Dottie, ex-husband Charles J.N. Lymburner (with whom she remained close until her passing), and her best friend, Kathie Glenn. Sadie Kay was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters Nancy Corbin and Kathy Sanders. Also mourning her passing are numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great- great-nieces and nephews; all who were touched by her generosity, boisterous personality, and contagious laughter. Raised in Keyser, WV she attended Keyser High School where she was an active participant in the Keyser High School Marching Band as a majorette. She graduated with the class of 1967. Soon after High School she married her high school sweetheart, Charlie, and moved to Charleston, WV. There they welcomed their first child (Becky) one year later. After relocating a few times for Charlie’s work and having two more children (Charlie & Nikki) they finally settled in Buffalo, NY. In 1993 they adopted their second son (Forrest) who had been preceded in death by his mother Kathy and needed a new home. During her time in Vancouver, Sadie Kay began working with the Women's Bowling Association. It was here that she discovered the great passion of her life (prior to grandchildren, anyway)... bowling. She participated in many leagues, national and international tournaments, she organized league activities for various bowling alleys. Her love, however, was leading the children’s bowling leagues. She taught hundreds upon hundreds of children how to “smell your armpit,” a tip on mastering the game. But more than the technical skills, she was also there to talk, and give a hug or a high five. Sadie Kay leaves behind a bowling-related legacy that is too vast to list here. She touched so many lives, including her co- workers, league friends, tournament friends, and junior bowlers at lanes across the country. Sadie Kay was a giving person, almost to a fault. The old cliché that someone would “give the shirt off their back” does not even begin to describe her generosity and spirit of giving. She made sure that every child within her reach had birthday and Christmas presents, no matter the personal cost. It is not a stretch to say that the last four+ years of her life (after the stroke) were not ideal. Though she could not speak, her children, grandchildren, friends, and extended family members, from all over the country, traveled to visit with her in Ohio... a testament to the place she had in their hearts. The family would also like to extend its thanks to the staff of the Renaissance Nursing Home and to the Hospice of the Western Reserve staff who cared for her in her last months. Sadie Kay will inurned in the Potomac Memorial Gardens during a memorial service which is planned for this spring in Keyser, WV.
Thomas J. Fitzmaurice
Thomas Fitzmaurice, age 90, went to be with Our Lord on Saturday January 4,2020. Loving husband of the late Margaret (Rita)(nee Collins). Devoted father of Catherine, Theresa, Michael(Judy),James(deceased), Thomas Jr. and John. Loving grandfather of Daniel(Emily). Great-grandfather of Everett and Bennett. Devoted son of the late Michael and Theresa. Funeral Mass Tuesday January 7th at 10AM at Our Lady of Angels Church 3466 Rocky River Dr. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. MONDAY 2-7PM.
Elizabeth Ptak
Elizabeth J. "Betty" Ptak, daughter of the late Louis and Beatrice
(nee Down) Ptak passed away on Monday December 30, 2019. A funeral
mass was held at Holy Name Church with burial at Calvary Cemetery.
Doreen F. Shepard
Doreen Frances Shepard, 74, of Cleveland, OH, died Tuesday, December 31, 2019, at Sprenger Town Center in Avon Lake, OH. She was born July 1, 1945, the only daughter of Joseph and Josephine (Eppich) Sanker, now deceased. She was preceded in death by her brothers Thom Sanker and Rick Sanker (Virginia Sanker), both of Cleveland, OH. Doreen attended West Tech high school, had a long career as a mother and homemaker, and also worked part-time in the cafeteria at Harding Middle School, Lakewood, OH. After leaving the school system, she worked as an office manager for Linton Sherbundy in Lakewood, OH. Through her brother and future brother-in-law, she met Ned (Edward Joseph) Shepard, also of Cleveland, OH. They married on February 3, 1968, and resided in Lakewood, OH, for 20 years before moving to the West Park neighborhood of Cleveland. She was an active member of St. Mel’s Catholic Church, assisting with treasurer responsibilities, annual fish frys, and as an altar server.Some of her many activities included baking, gardening, assisting her neighbors and family members, and caring for her daughters and grandchildren. Doreen deeply loved her husband Ned, as well as her daughters Kim Shepard (Beth Blissman), of Cleveland, OH, and Colleen (Shepard) Minnich (Chip Minnich) of Avon Lake, OH. She also loved her grandchildren, Olivia, Owen and Quinn Minnich, all of Avon Lake, OH. Doreen is also survived by her brothers, Larry Sanker (Helen, deceased) of Kansas City, MO, and Jim Sanker (Dianne) of Avon, OH, and many loving members of her extended family. Visitation will be Friday, January 3,2020, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm in the chapel of Donlon Funeral Home 15408 Triskett Rd., Cleveland. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, January 4, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mel’s Catholic Church, 14436 Triskett Rd.Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery in Brook Park, OH. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to: Hospice of the Western Reserve (www.hospicewr.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association(www.act.alz.org/donate).
Lorraine Flash
Lorraine Flash (nee Kannen) Beloved wife of the late Robert N. Flash. Loving mother to Karen Quinn (Tim), Marilyn Varouh (Lucky), Michael and Sharon.Cherished grandmother of Anne, Jaclyn, Edward, William, Lucas, Curtis, Vincent, Leanne and Alyssa. Great-grandmother of eleven.Aunt and great-aunt.She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert T. Kannen. Funeral Mass Monday, January 6th at 10AM at St. Brendan's Church 4242 Brendan Lane.Family will receive friends at the church from 9-10AM.
Pamela Poltarec
Pamela Poltarec passed away on Friday Nov. 29th. Graveside services Saturday December 7th at 11AM at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Jack David Curry
Jack David Curry, son of Connie Curry. Brother of Steven and Mary Curry, passed away on November 16, 2019 at Fairview Hospital. Visitation Sunday Nov. 24 4-6 PM. Interment at West Park Cemetery.
Frances H. Schuyler
Frances H. Schuyler passed away on Monday, November 18th. Services were held at Grace
Church in Middleburgh Hts. Followed by burial at West Park Cemetery.
Carol Pawlak
Carol Pawlak, of Cleveland, wife of Tom Pawlak passed away on November 13, 2019. No services were held at this time.
MICHAEL J. DUKOVICH
Michael J. Dukovich, age 81, passed away on Thursday November 14th. Father of Michael(Denise) and Jennifer(deceased)(Pat) Winans. Grandfather of Alissa Dukovich, Robert Taylor, Joshua Taylor, Brandon Taylor, Ronald(Bethany) Winans and Jerry Winans. Great-grandfather of 10. Funeral Services Tuesday November 19th at 12 noon at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 Triskett Rd. Cleveland, 44111 where the family will receive friends on Monday 6-8PM .