ERNA J. PFENDLER (nee Hozvicka), age 83, beloved wife of the late Joseph A.; loving mother of Laura; dear sister of Christine Ritz (Quenton) and John Hozvicka; aunt and great aunt of many.  Passed away January 9, 2026.  Funeral Mass Friday, January 16, Mary Queen of the Apostles Church (6455 Engle Rd., Brook Park) at 10 A.M. (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH).  Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.  Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS, THURSDAY 5-7 P.M.