T'Keysia Hamm

April 29, 1998 - August 4, 2021

On April 29, 1998, T’Keysia LaShai Hamm A.K.A. Lil’ Hamm was born and raised by her parents Gary and Tara Hamm. She graduated from Garfield Hts. High School Class of 2017. T’Keysia had a love for dancing, music, movies, and good food. Meeting new friends and giving them hugs was what she loved. She will be remembered for her close relationship she had with her nieces and nephews; she adored them! T’Keysia’s family holds out the hope that soon Jehovah God will undue all that Satan the Devil has done and bring T’Keysia back to life on a paradise earth, where she will experience life forever. Until that time comes, she will be missed by family and friends. (Rev. 21:4) She leaves to mourn: daughter, Apryl Hamm, parents, Tara & Gary Hamm. Siblings: Gary Hamm Jr. (Raquel), Gabriel Hamm (Shannon), Tiarra Hamm, Lamont Hamm (Carmen), Nieces & Nephews: Simone, Kayla, Latrece, Ameyah, Isaiah, and Julionna. Aunts & Uncles: Gregory Hamm Sr, (Regina), Rhonda Warren, Naomi Houser (Troy), Rosemary Benton (Arnold), Christopher Ingram (Samantha) and a host of more family and friends.

Dear Friends, we are touched with appreciation for the kindness and support you have given us. Your phone calls, sympathy cards, meals, and prayers in our time of bereavement are very much appreciated. The Bible says that true Christians would be characterized by the fruitage of love, and you have displayed that in abundance! (John 13:35) ----- Tara & Gary Hamm

John E. Klepach

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.

Beatrice S. Chrustic

August 5, 1943 - July 18, 2021

Beatrice Susan Chrustic (nee Lang) passed away peacefully on July 18, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Dennis M. Chrustic Sr.; mother of Mary Meike (Curt), Dennis Chrustic Jr. (Rosie), Steven Chrustic, and Christine Chrustic; grandmother of Shelley Beringer (Joe), Nicholas Giaimo, Michael Giaimo, Alex Chrustic, and Emily Chrustic; great-grandmother of Isla Beringer; sister of Donald Lang (Jan) and Thom Lang (Margi); aunt of Beth Kline (Eric), David Lang, Sherry Rafter (Jason), and Jeffrey Lang; great aunt of Christian Lang, Luke Kline and McKinley Kline. Bea and Denny were residents of Maple Heights, OH since 1968. Bea was an animal lover. She was involved in Girl Scouts, PTA, Booster Clubs, and many groups at her church. 

The family will receive friends on Friday, July 23, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road Garfield Hts., OH 44125 (2 Blocks South of Rockside)

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cleveland APL 1729 Willey Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44113

Susan K. Harkins

July 26, 1952 - July 16, 2021

Susan Harkins passed on Friday July 16, 2021 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was 68 years old. She is the daughter of Thomas Harkins and Martha Curry, born in Collinwood (Cleveland) OH.

Susan will be remembered for many things -- wife, mother, Nonna, tequila drinker, fan of salty foods and - most importantly - avid Browns fan.  Susan started and ran a successful resale business on eBay, even teaching herself simple code in the early 2000s to create better listings.  eBay was fine, but if reincarnation exists, Susan would much prefer to be a strong safety in the next life.

Her husband (Jeff Toppston) of 38 years was a loving caretaker -- and in younger years, the frequent ear for Susan's keen insights on the world. Her two sons (David, 34 and Aaron, 36) are now adults -- although never too old to enjoy Susan's regular care packages of baked goods and white undershirts. Being a mother was what Susan is most proud of -- until she had her first granddaughter (Cleo). Before Cleo was even born, nail clippers and parent books were in the mail.  Thoughtful gifts of an experienced hand; and a small sign of Susan's unrelenting hospitality.  We only wish Nonna could have met her second granddaughter. 

Susan grew up in "a boy house" where even successive dogs were male. She was always happy to be one of the boys -- so much so that her colorful language directed at TV screens during Cleveland sports could make a sailor blush. But meeting her wonderful daughters-in-law (Sarah and Lydia) was cloud nine. Time with the girls, be it extended family or friends, was time cherished and memories made.  Equally, Susan loved visiting Italy; after all, the sun shines differently in Florence. 

Susan led a full life and we will miss her deeply.  And she clearly said in her final days that she would be really pissed if the Browns won the Super Bowl this year (in the best way possible).

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (madd.org)

Susan I Carver

December 7, 1976 - July 13, 2021

Susan Irene Carver (nee Richards), age 44, born December 7th, 1976, went home to be with the Lord on July 13th, 2021 after a long courageous fight with metastatic breast cancer.  

Preceded in death by her parents Ruth (nee Hoffman) & James Richards.  Greatly loved by husband Adam of 22 years and children Joshua, Lauren, and Emma. Beloved daughter-in-law of Janice and the late Pat Carver.  Dear sister-in-law of Justin (Leigh) and Thomas (Kelsey) and loving aunt to Ruby, Patrick, Nora, Annie, and Beau.  Cherished daughter-in-law of Marie Carver (nee Peritore).  She dearly loved her extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins. She considered her close friends like family.

Susan graduated from Parma Senior High School in 1995 and graduated with honors from Cleveland State University in 2000, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education.  She dedicated her work to children as a teacher at Brook Park Elementary for 20 years.  In 2018, her efforts were recognized when she received the Best of Brook Park award.   She was a proud Berea-MIdpark Titan supporter and loved her role as Titans Cheer President.

A private memorial will be held on Saturday, July 17 at 11:00 am.   The service will be available through live stream at https://ofbchurch.org/susan-carver-memorial.  In lieu of flowers, cards and condolences may be sent to the family at 6520 Grayfriar Drive, Brook Park, Ohio 44142.

Denny Dolgowicz

November 8, 1952 - July 5, 2021

Beloved husband of Linda.  Loving father of Derek (Polly), Brian (Lisa), and Tim (Andrea).  Loving grandfather to Jayden, Natalee, Ethan, Sophia, Mason, Nolan, Ella, and AJ.  Loving uncle to many.  He was preceded in death by his father Joseph, mother Eleanor, and brother David.  Denny and Linda just celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary in June.  He enjoyed spending time with his kids, grandkids, and family.  He played softball for forty years and was a Cleveland Softball Hall of Famer.  He was known as “Big Dog” and #8 in the softball circles.  He loved his Cleveland Browns and was a season ticket holder since 1999, never missing a game!  He was proud to retire from American Metal Recycling three years ago after many years of dedicated working!

He will be missed and loved forever.

Visitation for Denny will be Saturday July 10, 2021, at Vito Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125 from 3-6pm.

Jerry F. Jarrell

June 19, 1943 - June 27, 2021

Beloved son of George M. and Beulah D. Jarrell (née Perry); Loving husband to Frances M. Jarrell (née Dickens) for 59 years; Loving father to Raymond E. and wife Jessica Lynn, Pamela K. and husband Ernest Ewing, James R. and husband Richard Allen, Jerry Franklin Jr. and wife Maryann; Loving grandfather to Donna Marie and husband Robert Christopher, Rachelle Elizabeth, Frank, David Christopher and wife Amanda Marie, Jennifer Lynn, Jason, Raymond Scott and wife Amber Marie, Jerry Andrew and wife Samantha, Justen Ryan, Justeena Brooke and husband Manuel, Ernest Ewing Jr. and Hannah preceded in death by two granddaughters Elizabeth Mae and Jennifer Lyn; Loving great grandfather to 16 and 1 on the way; Loving brother to Guy E., Donna Jean and husband Billy; Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews; Loving grandfather and great-grandfather to many, too many to name, but they know who they are.

SERVICES ARE PRIVATE

James E. Doan "Jim" "JED"

OCTOBER 13, 1938 - JUNE 23, 2021

James E. Doan “Jim” “JED” passed away June 23rd at the age of 82.  Loving Father of Chris, Mike, and Patti; grandfather of Jacob, Jennifer, Kyle, Karlie and Parker. Jim was married to Connie (Krause) for 25 years.  He was a lieutenant on the fire department and a police officer in their hometown of Newburgh Hts.  He retired from the Norfolk-Southern Railroad after 31 years of service.  He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, and riding his Harley. 

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021 at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 (2 Blocks south of Rockside) from 6-8 p.m.

Frank A. Teplik

Dearly beloved husband of Theresa (Ginger), dear brother of Frances. Loving father of Jim (Karen), Greg, and Tom. Loving grandfather of Bonnie, Jenna (Dirk), Julie, and Kevin.

Frank was a loving and caring husband and father.  Frank and Ginger were married for 65 years prior to his passing.  He enjoyed playing his bass in polka bands on the weekends.  He took his family on many road trips which included trips to Arizona which inspired a lifelong love for travel for his family.  Closer to home, many weekends were spent taking “his boys” fishing.

The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday June 29, 2021, 9:30-10:30am at St. Martin of Tours Church, 14600 Turney Rd., Maple Hts., OH 44137. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30am. Interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, OH. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to St. Martin of Tours Church (at the address above), or Menorah Park Foundation, Montefiore or Vinney Hospice, at 27100 Cedar Road Beachwood, OH 44122.

Anna M. Kiraly

August 15, 1954 - June 19, 2021

Anna Maria Kiraly (nee Orlowicz) age 66. Loving mother of Paul Kiraly. Anna passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on June 19, 2021, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born in Poland on August 15, 1954. Dear friend of many including John Dudinszki, a longtime friend and significant other; three adopted sisters Maria, Ania, and Lana; dear sister of the late Jan Orlowicz; daughter of the late Marianna and Jan Orlowicz. Anna loved to garden and cook.

All services are private.