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John Wesley Pinter

John Wesley Pinter, 91, of Valley View passed away on March 17, 2023. Beloved husband of Elaine (nee Renwick), cherished father of John Jr. (Edda), Cheryl (Steve) Sutkaytis, Alan (deceased), Kenric (Teresa), Kendra (Matt) Zusy, Cynthia, and Jason (Tracy). Loving grandfather of Colleen (Nick) Bursic, Alice (Pete) Pinter, Brian, Carly, and Brady Pinter, and Aaron and Taylor Zusy.  Beloved great grandfather of Josie and Madison Bursic. Dear uncle of many.

John was born on February 12, 1932, to the late Alice (nee Germ) and John J. Pinter. He graduated from Cuyahoga Heights High School in 1950. After graduation, he enrolled in courses at Fenn College. Later, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, NY where he met his wife of nearly 65 years.

John raised his family in Upstate New York for many years, but returned to Ohio to become a Defense Contractor for the Federal Government where he worked for over 35 years. He was a member of the Bedford FOE #2122 and the American Legion as well as the Valley View Senior Citizen’s Club.

He was an avid hiker and nature lover who enjoyed going on gambling trips with his wife.  He loved being outdoors as much as possible and having cookouts with his family.

John was preceded in death by his son Alan, sister Jean (John) Regetz, granddaughter Lucinda Charlotte, and his parents.

Family will receive friends to celebrate the life of John at VITO-NERO FUNERAL HOME, 6130 TURNEY RD., GARFIELD HEIGHTS, 44125 on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 2-6 pm with a service to begin at 5:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Cleveland Metroparks in memory of John Pinter, online at clevelandmetroparks.com/giveonline or mailed to Cleveland Metroparks, 4101 Fulton Parkway, Cleveland, OH 44144.

 

John Leonard "Lenny" Visconti

February 17, 1935 - December 3, 2021

A man that put his family above anything else.  Loving husband of the late Elizabeth “Betty” Visconti; loving father of Leonard (Susan deceased), William (Denise), Jimmy (Lesley); dearest grandfather of Joel (Megan), Aaron, Carly (Cody), Patrick (Maria), Leigh (Brett), Shane (Ash), Alex, Nina, Tori and Tony; great-grandfather of Dominic-Rocco, Stella Maris, Zoey James and Cameron Elizabeth; uncle, great uncle and friend to many. 

Catholic Mass at St. Therese Church on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 10am. 5276 E. 105th St. Cleveland, Oh. Luncheon immediately following in the Church Hall. 

John Melluso

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May 15, 1958 - September 25, 2021

John Melluso 63 years old, passed away on September 25th 2021 at his Bedford Hts. Home.  He was preceded in death by his parents John Melluso and Josephine Melluso., also preceded in death, Brother Anthony, Brother Sam, Niece Rebecca.  Survived by nieces Lisa, Kristi, Madison, and Jade. Sister in law Carol; and many cousins. No arrangements have been made at this time..Rest in peace dearest John..we love you..you will be missed

John S. Vasil

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February 26, 1969 - September 25, 2021

John Stephan Vasil age 52. Beloved father of Sabrina Starr Vasil (Steven Pettis) and stepdad of Dominic Pauletta passed away unexpectedly on Sept 25, 2021.  Loving son to the late Vivian D & William V Vasil; Dear brother of Victoria Jirousek (Edwin), William L. (Patricia), Vivian Monce (John-deceased), Deborah Buxton (Mark), Darlene Nagy (Charles) and Alfred (Jacalyn-deceased); Proud grandfather (Papa) to Alexzander Williams.  He treasured his time with Zander & was so excited to know he was going to have another grandson.  Dear uncle to many nieces & nephews. Former companion & cherished friend of Nancy Kalkowski. Fond friend of the Tretera family and many more dear friends.

He touched the lives of many with his big heart to help others.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 3-5 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 (two blocks south of Rockside).

 

John E. Klepach

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August 24, 1929 - July 23, 2021

John E. Klepach age 91 passed away on July 23, 2021. Beloved son of John E. Klepach Sr. And Anna (Kortan) (both deceased). Loving brother of deceased siblings Mary, Edward, Michael, Richard, Charles and Frank, and surviving brother Joseph (Alice). Beloved father of John (Madalene), Margaret Klepach, and Kimberly Liptak (David), Carol Mounts, and Cathy Mounts; grandfather of 12; great-grandfather of 17; great-great grandfather of 3.

Services: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Church.

The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts. (2 blocks south of Rockside) on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m.

John Mark Dedich

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April 25, 1935 - March 23, 2021

Beloved husband of the late Marlene (Seruchar) for 62 years; devoted father of Chris Huebner (Mike), Mark (Sharon, deceased) and Debbie Mayernik (Mike); loving grandfather of Mike and Nick Huebner and Kellie Jones (Jason); great grandfather of Arthur Jones; dear brother of the late Ed (Margaret), Mary (Paul deceased) and the late Jim (Cecelia).

Funeral mass will be Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11am at St. Mary of the Assumption Church 15519 Holmes Ave. Cleveland, OH 44110, where the family will receive friends one hour before mass. Interment at All Souls Cemetery. 

John S. Malicki Jr.

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August 19, 1932 - November 22, 2020

After a long and hard battle with cancer, John peacefully entered into Christ’s presence on November 22, 2020. Beloved husband of Lucille for 65 years; loving father of Karen Buryanek (deceased) and John III; grandfather of Marche, Mark, and John IV; great-grandfather of Mason and Ayden. John loved golfing, fishing, sports and being with his family. He always went out of his way to help other people build and fix things. His family and friends will miss him dearly. John proudly severed in the Korean War and became a Sargent Major. He worked at Dennison Manufacturing Company for 38 years where he started as a service technician and worked up to his goal of becoming National Sales Manager. 

Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Church 3649 E 65th. St. Cleveland, OH 44105. Burial and Marine Military honors will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery 10175 Rawiga Rd. Seville, OH 44273.

NO FLOWERS PERMITTED. 

 

John J. Ferko Jr.

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May 24, 1960 - June 14, 2020

John J. Ferko Jr. age 60. Beloved son of John and Josephine Ferko (both deceased); dearest father of John Michael (Sarah), David Joseph (Jessica), and Kevin Christopher (Priscilla); loving grandfather of Amelia, Johnny Jr., Jackson, Mackenzie, David Jr., Alana, Adrianna, Remy, and Elijah; dearest brother of Deborah Jack (Charles) and James (Kathy); dear uncle of many. Private services will be held. Burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at a later time.