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Florence Margaret Wukovich

Florence Margaret Wukovich

Jan 9, 2026

FLORENCE MARGARET WUKOVICH

With deep sorrow and much love, we mourn the passing of Florence Margaret (Van Bergen) Wukovich on January 9, 2026. Through her journey of 93 years, she touched many lives with her love and acceptance, and was a daily reminder to all of us to celebrate our daily blessings – big and small. She was a rare person...

Nick Wukovich

Nick Wukovich

Feb 10, 2012

NICK WUKOVICH

With deep sorrow and much love, we mourn the passing of Nick Wukovich on February 10, 2012. Nick was a veteran, a metallurgical engineer who traveled around the world lecturing as an expert in his field, and a man who was married to the same beautiful woman for over 60 years.

Nick was the beloved Husband of Florence Margaret (Van...

William J. Wurstner, Sr.

William J. Wurstner, Sr.

Mar 18, 2026

WILLIAM J. WURSTNER, SR. age 84. Beloved husband of 64 years to Carole (nee VanDermeer); loving father of Bill Jr. (Judi), Joe, Beth, Tami McKay (Scott) and Anne Armstrong (Rich); dear Papa of Billy, Joey (Tabatha), Brian (Victoria), Stephanie (Josh), Jessica, Allison, Jillian (Nate), Cassie, Ricky (Alex) and Katelyn; great-papa of Breanne, Emma, Vivien, Peyton, Bailey and JJ; son of...

Douglas R. Chonko

Douglas R. Chonko

Mar 13, 2026

DOUGLAS R. CHONKO, age 87. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Masterson); loving father of Kathleen Chonko-Kerr (Glenn), Daniel (Laura), Douglas (Beth), Eileen Roach (Rob) and Thomas (Laura); dear grandfather of Annemarie, Coletta, Brianna, Brendan, Megan, Allison, Colin, Kaitlin, Kyle, John, Bryan, Mikey, Alyssa and Ryan; great-grandfather of Gabriella; son of the late Ella (nee Kowal) and Matthew Chonko;...

Thomas A. Hopkins

Thomas A. Hopkins

Mar 10, 2026

THOMAS A. HOPKINS, age 81 died peacefully at home surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Sharlene Hopkins (nee Kasson), loving father of Jason, Amy, and Matt. Beloved grandfather of Savannah and Lottie; dearest son of the late Lenore (nee Fox) and Donald; devoted loving brother of the late Diane Ketterer (Bill) and Joan; uncle of Kim (Dennis), Mark (Jackie) and...

CATHERINE B. LAVELLE

CATHERINE B. LAVELLE

Mar 10, 2026

CATHERINE B. LAVELLE (nee Patten), beloved wife of the late James "Jimmy" Lavelle; loving mother of Bridget, Grace Campbell (Eddie) and Noel (Michelle); cherished "Granny" of Fiona, James and Niamh; daughter of the late Mary (nee Cattigan) and John Patten; dear sister of Mary Elizabeth DeWitt (Roy) (both deceased), John "Sean" Patten (Marilyn-deceased) and Margaret "Peggy" Patten; beloved aunt, cousin...

KAREN A. SPRENG

KAREN A. SPRENG

Mar 9, 2026

KAREN A. SPRENG (nee Frohlich), 72, of Westlake, was called home by God on Monday, 09 Mar 2026. Karen was born 04 July 1953 in Cleveland, OH to John and Nancy (nee Curtis) Frohlich.

Karen deeply cared for people and started volunteering in the hospital to assist with patient care during her teenage years. In 1974, Karen earned her R.N. from...

JOSEPH PATRICK PHILBIN

JOSEPH PATRICK PHILBIN

Mar 9, 2026

JOSEPH PATRICK PHILBIN, age 89, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home after cardiac complications on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Son of the late Patrick Joseph Philbin and Bridget McNulty Philbin of Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Dear Brother of Jack Philbin – deceased (Patricia),  Mary Schultz (Charlie – deceased) and Ann Ludwig (Mike - deceased). Father of Colleen Licursi (Rudy),...

Sam Griswold

Sam Griswold

Mar 8, 2026

SAM GRISWOLD, age 33, of North Olmsted, passed away peacefully in his bed, with Mom & Dad by his side on Sunday March 8th. Loving son of Sean and Ona, brother of Max and Hannah, uncle to Avi, special nephew, cousin and friend to all. A 2013 alum, he was a fanatic North Olmsted Eagles sports fan and attended many...

Ronald M. Ruble

Ronald M. Ruble

Mar 8, 2026

RONALD M. RUBLE, age 64. Son of the late Evalyn (nee Conway) and Herbert Ruble; brother of Michael (deceased), Linda Fox (Dennis) and Mary London (James); uncle of Jon London (deceased) (Melissa), Kara Lutz (John), Melissa London, Michael London, Sr. Shannon Fox C.S.S.F., Daniel Fox, Michelle Kester (David); great uncle of many. 

Ron was a longtime active parishioner of Blessed Trinity...

Marcella Jean Lowry

Marcella Jean Lowry

Mar 7, 2026

MARCELLA J. LOWRY, age 93. Beloved daughter of the late Catherine (nee O'Donnell) and Michael J. Lowry; sister of the late Martin Lowry (Phyllis), Josephine McCaffery (Larry), Hazel Powers (Jack) and Norrine Lowry; aunt, great aunt and great great aunt of many. Passed away March 7, 2026. Memorial Mass Friday, March 13, St. Augustine Manor Chapel, (7801 Detroit Ave.) at...

Blaise J. Beck

Blaise J. Beck

Mar 7, 2026

BLAISE J. BECK, age 69. Loving son of the late Helen (nee Marcin) and Harry Beck; dear brother of Philip, Monica Garvin (Barry), Daria Jablonski (Scott), Priscilla Sorensy (Greg), Roberta Cales (Randy) and the late Charlotte Henderson, Kenneth, Harry and Matthew; uncle and great uncle of many. Passed away March 7, 2026. Funeral Mass Friday, March 13, St. Richard Church...

MARY CHAMBERS

MARY CHAMBERS

Mar 6, 2026

MARY CHAMBERS (née Masterson), native of Saula West, Achill, Co. Mayo, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Patrick J. “Paddy”, native of Shramore, Newport, Co. Mayo, Ireland; loving mother of Sheila, Eileen Boland (Brendan), Thomas (Lisa), and Theresa. Daughter of the late Martin “Gaffer” and Celia (née Cattigan). Cherished Nana of Brendan, Mary, Celia, Bridget, and Kate Boland; Jillian O’Brien...

RAYMOND J. McGANN

RAYMOND J. McGANN

Mar 5, 2026

RAYMOND J. McGANN, age 75, retired Cleveland Police Officer Badge #412, beloved husband of the late Debra Ann (nee Kiena); son of the late Marie (nee Carey) and Raymond McGann; brother of Daniel (Kris) and the late Michael John McGann; uncle of Rebecca Betz (Ryan), Brandy Roth (Tim) and Gary Ernest; great-uncle of Grayson Betz;  dear cousin of Bob McGann,...

MARY ELLEN FRAWLEY

MARY ELLEN FRAWLEY

Mar 4, 2026

MARY ELLEN (THOM) FRAWLEY, age 93. Beloved wife of the late Charles; loving mother of Kathy Kritzer (Pete), Rick Taubert (deceased), Ann Frawley, and Thomas Frawley (Lorrie); dear grandmother of six. She was preceded in death by her parents, six siblings and son.  Passed away March 4, 2026.  Memorial contributions can be made to The Leonard J. Thom Memorial Scholarship...

LAWRENCE G. WOODLEY

LAWRENCE G. WOODLEY

Mar 4, 2026

LARRY WOODLEY passed away leaving behind a legacy of devotion, generosity, and deep love for his family. Born in Massachusetts, Larry later made his home in Ohio, where he built a life centered on hard work, loyalty, and family.

A proud graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Larry also served honorably in the Army Reserves. He spent his 30-year career with Standard...

MARY O. TAHA

MARY O. TAHA

Mar 2, 2026

MARY O. TAHA (nee O'Boyle), age 63, beloved wife of 29 years to Eddie; loving mother of David (Michelle), Matthew (Mary) and Seth (Jeanette); proud Grammy of Tahlia, Magdalina and Giana; dear daughter of Alice (nee Wilson) and the late John O'Boyle; beloved sister of James O'Boyle (Mary), John O'Boyle (Adrienne) and Michael O'Boyle; beloved aunt, cousin and dear friend...

Allan A. Hochschild

Allan A. Hochschild

Mar 1, 2026

ALLAN A. HOCHSCHILD, age 87. Beloved husband of 64 years to Jackie (nee Demshar); father of Linda Morris (Mark) (the late Brian Ginley), Lori Krzeminski (Kevin), Terri Smith (Ken) (the late Larry Weiskittel), Tami Farabaugh (Ernie), Traci Carlino (Dave) and Amy Quinlan (John); Pappa of Kevin, Heather (Tim), Michael (Katie), Brett, Adam, Dan (Alexandra), Tim (Emme), Mallory (Mitch), Abby, Samantha,...

PAUL M. HUDAK

PAUL M. HUDAK

Feb 27, 2026

PAUL M. HUDAK age 77; beloved husband of 50yrs. to Celeste (nee Korchak); loving father of Paul A. (Sheila) and Julie Bay (Christopher); proud grandpa of Thomas, Marty, Ellen, Bo and Stanley; son of the late Mary (nee Klubert) and Joseph Hudak; brother of Rev. Richard Hudak, Therese Maloney (John), Mary Lou Fuss, Eugene (Sandy-deceased), Mark (Jennifer), Charles (Susan), Susan...

FRANCINE GARIBOTTI

FRANCINE GARIBOTTI

Feb 26, 2026

FRANCINE GARIBOTTI (nee Hendershot) age 91, beloved wife of the late Sergio A.; loving mother of Jane Hunter, Colleen Garibotti (Tom), Dino (Colleen), Carol Lane (Hal), Sergio (Arlene), Gary and the late Vonna Cantrell; grandmother of Katlyn, Hal, Nicole, Justin, Brandon, Sergio and Melissa and great-grandmother of K.J.; daughter of the late Mary (nee Polomski) and Frank Hendershot; sister of...

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