Betty

Betty Jones

February 8, 1950 - January 8, 2022

Betty Lorene Jones, affectionately known as Imani Manpatu, beloved daughter, sister, niece, and aunt passed away on January 8, 2022. She was born on February 8, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Theodore and Ollie Jones. Imani was active in the Cleveland Black community and the African diaspora, which included hosting events that illuminated our rich culture. Imani was the founder of Substance of Life Enterprises (SOLE), a Non-Profit 501 (c) 3 African American women's educational organization examining life's fundamentals to understand the very marrow of its soul. Imani was also a long-time radio host on 1490 AM where she hosted a weekly Sunday talk show, the Eighth Flight and more recently Meta’s Kitchen. 

Betty is survived by five siblings, Shirahba Rasheed, Clarence Jones (Maureen), Emoila Bey, Craig Jones (Loretta), and Prince Jones; 12 nieces and nephews, Yurleisa Munford, Monsante Bey, Sebastian Giles, Santonya Jones (Spencer), Shara Jones, Jenae Whitmore (Michael), Akilah Tinsley (Johnny), April Jones (Stefen), Benjamin Jones, Elizabeth Jones, Darnel Jones, and Latrice Jones, and a host of great-nieces and nephews.   

The family of Betty Jones will honor her and her legacy in a manner befitting of her in a gathering of the community in reverence to our African heritage. More details to follow.

DATE: Saturday, May 14, 2022

TIME: Noon

PLACE: RED OAK SHELTER at Garfield Park Reservation (Garfield Heights) https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/parks/garfield-park-reservation

Elizabeth "Betty" Visconti

May 17, 1934 - October 25, 2021

Elizabeth “Betty” Visconti (nee Becci)

The world lost a beautiful bright light who was always full of love and happiness!

Beloved wife of John Leonard; loving mother of Leonard (Susan deceased), William (Denise), Jimmy (Lesley); dearest grandmother of Joel (Megan), Aaron, Carly (Cody), Patrick (Maria), Leigh (Brett), Shane (Ash), Alex, Nina, Tori and Tony; great-grandmother of Dominic-Rocco, Stella Maris and Zoey James; sister, aunt, great aunt and friend to many.  

Catholic Mass at St. Therese Church on Friday October 29, 2021, at 10:00 am.  5276 E. 105th.St. Cleveland, OH. Luncheon immediately following in the Church Hall.

Betty Ann Titus

June 22, 1949 - August 26, 2019

Betty Ann Titus (nee Haida) Beloved wife of Mark; mother of Matthew, Luke (Michelle), Mark, John (Colleen), Sarah, Jeremiah (Kellie), Rebecca, and Jacob; grandmother of 5; daughter of Charles and Margaret (both deceased); sister of Charlotte (Bob) and Diane.

Services: Thursday, September 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Monica Church (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH).

The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blocks South of Rockside) on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.

Elizabeth Betley

August 18, 1944 - June 25, 2019

Elizabeth Betley (nee Epp) Beloved wife of Ronald (deceased); daughter of Edward and Matilda (both deceased); sister of Frederick Epp (Laura); aunt of Melissa Frantz (Kevin), Brian Epp (Julie); dearest Godmother, cousin, and friend of many; dear sister in law and aunt from her husband’s side. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Elizabeth enjoyed making candy, doing crafts, and cooking for her family, friends, and Phi Kappa Theta at CWRU. She also loved her dogs.

Services: Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 12:30 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations go to Heroes Are Never Alone P O Box 30136, Cincinnati, OH 45230(Her great-nephew’s organization that helps Veterans). 

Betty Smith

Betty Smith of Garfield Hts. Beloved wife of William “Smitty” (deceased); mother of Greg, Kathi (George), and Connie Herczak (Jim); grandmother of Jennifer, Grant, Alexis, Nicole and Matthew; Preceded in death by her sisters and brothers: Dorothy Bevan, Elmer Bittner, Anna Elkins, Eleanor Close, Howard Bittner, and Marshall Bittner; aunt and great aunt of many.

Services: Monday, January 21, 2019 at 10:00 am. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends on Sunday from 3-8 p.m.

Although flowers are appreciated the family suggests donations be made to Gardens of Western Reserve Hospice 3792 State Rd. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 or Alzheimer’s Association 23215 Commerce Park #300 Beachwood, OH 44122.

 

Elizabeth T. Ryglewicz "Betty"

August 6, 1925 - April 30, 2017

Elizabeth T. Ryglewicz “Betty” (nee Divis) age 91. Beloved wife of Leo (deceased); daughter of Frank and Rose Divis (both deceased); mother of Marilyn Hofman (George, deceased), Carol Naso (Angelo), Edward (Susan), and William; grandmother of Timothy (Julie), Thomas and Michael Hofman, Michael Naso (Dr. Allison), Melissa Postma (Dr. Brian), MaryBeth Weeks (Rob), MaryEllen Pasterkiewicz (James), Matthew Naso, Lorraine and Christopher Ryglewicz; great-grandmother of 10.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, May 6 at 10:00 a.m. at Jennings Center for Older Adults 10204 Granger Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125. The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) on Friday from 4-8 p.m. and at Jennings Center for Older Adults on Saturday from 9-10 a.m.