Alice Becka

April 16, 1931 - December 11, 2022

Alice Jean Becka (nee Kallenberger) age 91, of Garfield Heights, passed away on December 11, 2022.  Dearly Beloved wife of the late Richard. Loving mother of Allen, and Mark (Patty). Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Kate), Kaitlyn, Tyler (Olivia), and Meghan (Tim). Great-grandmother of 4.

Funeral Service: Friday, December 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church 11333 Granger Rd. Garfield Hts., OH. (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). Interment Private. The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) on THURSDAY December 15, 2022 from 4-8 p.m. 

The family suggests donations be made to St. John Lutheran Church. 

Marilyn S. Phillips

January 14, 1939 - December 4, 2022

Marilyn S. Phillips age 83, of Maple Heights, passed away on December 4, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Devoted mother of Christine Peskar (John), Alfred Phillips, and the late Donna. Cherished grandmother Victoria Peskar, Mikaela and Paige Phillips. Great-grandmother of Connor, and Logan Bishop. She was an independent tax preparer, and an honorary member of the Blue Knights. 

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Marilyn at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Tuesday December 6, 2022, from 5:00 P.M.-7:00P.M.

Interment Private.

 

Alice Jane Mason Shaffer

August 1, 1936 - November 24, 2022

Alice Jane Mason Shaffer passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, November 24th 2022. She was the loving mother of Virginia "Ginny" and Jeff Lopick (deceased), and Gregory Shaffer. Dear Grandma of Joshua (Krystal), Emily (Parker) Porosky, Michael and Joseph, Great Grandma of Aidan and Kian, as well as a beloved Aunt, Cousin and friend to many. Alice was preceded in death by her parents John and Belva Mason (nee Culp) and dear sister Hazel Petrovich (nee Mason) and brother John "Jack" Mason.

Per Alice's request, services and interment will be private. Arrangements can be entrusted to Vito Nero Funeral Home and Crematory.

After Glow by Helen Lowrie Marshall 

"I'd like the memory of me

To be a happy one

I'd like to leave an after glow

Of smiles when life is done

I'd like to leave an echo

Whispering softly down the ways

Of happy times and laughing times 

And bright and sunny days

I'd like the tears of those who grieve 

To dry before the sun

Of happy memories that I leave

When life is done" 

 

Kathleen J. Sender

February 17, 1951 - November 23, 2022

Kathleen J. Sender (nee Arnold), age 71 passed away on November 23, 2022. Cherished wife of the late James T. Sender. Loving mother of Kristopher Krieger (Michelle), Adam, Matthew, Daniel (deceased), Patrick (deceased), Nathan, Katelynn, Allison, Molly, and Erin. Devoted Grandmother of Marissa, Michael, James, Grace, Daniel, Andrew, Elizabeth, Ethan (deceased), Gabriel, Ariel, Thomas, Liam, Alexis, Amari, Gavin, Axel, Connor, Logan, and Jacob. Beloved daughter of Jack and Nellie Arnold (nee Epler). Big sister to Patricia, Pamela, Michael (Charlotte), Ira (Lynne), James, Steven (Louise), and Linda (Jake) Arnold. Kathy also leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Kathleen loved nature, especially birds and butterflies. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy. Most of all, she loved her grandkids who were the center of her life and filled her with such pride. She will be greatly missed. 

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday December 3, 2022 at Holy Name Church located at 8328 Broadway Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44105.

 

Jeffrey Allan Shifman

Jeffrey Shifman age 83, of Garfield Heights, passed away after a long battle with Lewy body dementia on November 22, 2022. Dearly beloved husband of Linda (nee Repschlager). Devoted father of Dawn Tietz (Jeff), Julie Horn (Ronald), and Jill Young (Terry). Loving grandfather of Jeremy, James Jenna, Garrett, Rachel, Robert, and Bryan. Great-grandfather of 11. Brother of the late Ross Shifman, and brother-in-law of Gayle Cratty (David). 

A Funeral Service for Jeffrey will be held Saturday December 3, 2022 at11:00A.M. at Valley View Village Church, 11401 Tinkers Creek Rd, Valley View, OH 44125 where the family will receive friends one hour before the service. Interment Riverside Cemetery in Cleveland. 

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Jeffrey at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Friday December 2, 2022, from 4:00-7:00P.M. Donations may be made in Jeffrey’s name to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, www.lbda.org/donate

 

William R. Morley

January 20,1926 - October 18, 2022

William R. Morley age 96 passed away on October 18, 2022. Beloved and faithful husband of the late JoAnne; loving father of William K. Morley (Rosanna, deceased), Michael Morley, Regina Venia (deceased) (Bill), Joan Venia, Mary Stehlik (Don, deceased), Paul Morley (Mary) and Dan Morley; grandfather of 18; great grandfather of 15; great-great-grandfather of 5.; Beloved big brother of Russell Morley (Jaquelin, deceased), Patricia McKenzie (Ed, deceased), and Dorothy Ahrens (Ed, deceased). Bill was born and raised in Cleveland to his parents Russell Morley and Christine Sulzmann. Bill was a stellar athlete, growing up playing fullback in football and catcher in baseball for East High School in Cleveland. He quit school and enlisted in the Navy in WWII, and later earned his GED. He participated in the Pacific Theater. Sailed across the Pacific Ocean along with his shipmates on the LST 621. Then participated in the many Battles on the Islands of the Pacific Island, including Guadalcanal, before finally joining the forces in Okinawa. Back at home he got hired by Tip Top Bakery (Ward Baking Co.) He worked his way up the ranks of the route drivers to eventually become General Sales Manager. After working for them for 29 years, Ward closed its doors. He kept the Agency going through many buyouts by Keystone, Strohmann, and Firch Bakery, before he finished his career with Schwebel’s.  He was a devoted parishioner of St. Cosmas and Damian Parish in Twinsburg for years, before coming back home to St. Monica’s in Garfield Hts for the remainder of his life. He was a member of the VFW, AMVETS, also Men of The Vine, and Veterans Honor Guard. He was an avid golfer and baseball player but loved all Cleveland Teams and Ohio State.

Friends may call at Vito-Nero funeral Home 6130 Turney RD. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Sunday October 23, 2022, from 3-6 p.m.

Funeral mass will be held on Monday October 24, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125. (PLEASE MEET AT CHRUCH)

Entombment to follow mass All Saints Cemetery 480 Highland Rd. Northfield, OH 44067.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in his name to St. Judes or Charity of your choice.

Ronald Francis Smith Sr.

January 10, 1939 - October 16, 2022

Ronald F. Smith, Sr. age 83. Passed away on October 16, 2022, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Siedlecki). Devoted father of Michael (deceased), Ronald F. Jr. (Lisa), David (Kristi), and Cheryl. Loving grandfather of Erika (DJ), Cameron, Delaney, Addison, and Ellie. Loving great-grandfather of Bradley and Josie. Ron was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council # 5106 of Maple Heights, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie Council # 2122 of Bedford, and VFW post #6768. He was also a lifelong Browns fan and avid bowler. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday October 22, 2022, 10:00A.M. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125. (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH)

Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Cuyahoga Heights.

The family will receive friends at the Vito-Nero Funeral Home, 6130 Turney Rd, Garfield Hts., OH 44125 (2 blocks south of Rockside) on Friday from 5:00P.M.-7:00P.M.

Verna B. Yodsnukis

May 29, 1929 - September 16, 2022

Verna B. Yodsnukis, 93 of Maple Heights, Ohio, was born on May 29, 1929, and passed away peacefully on September 16th, 2022, under the loving care of the staff at Jennings Center for Older Adults in Garfield Heights. A veteran of the United States Navy, she then became a certified Medical Technologist and worked in a private lab until retirement. Verna was a devoted parishioner of St. Martin of Tours and a member of the choir. Loving daughter of the late John and Mary Yodsnukis of Warrior Run, Pennsylvania. Sister of Agatha Yadon, living in California and sister of Ursula Andrus, Ann Watson, Elizabeth Young, Mary Yodsnukis, and John Yodsnukis (all deceased). Beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews. 

Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church 14600 Turney Rd. Maple Hts., OH 44137. The family will receive friends in the church 1hr. prior to mass.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to: Jennings Center for Older Adults 10204 Granger Road Garfield Heights OH 44125.

Haifa M. Palazzo

September 1, 1951 - August 27, 2022

On August 27th, 2022, the world lost an angel. At 70 years young, Haifa Palazzo died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family. Haifa is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Michael Palazzo, her three sons, Michael, Dominick & Joseph (Cassandra) Palazzo, and her grandchildren, Nicholas, Gianna, Michael, Eric, Rocco & Roma Palazzo. She may have lost the battle with cancer, but she inspired the fighter in all of us. Her strength was boundless, her tenacity was immeasurable & she was an inspiration to everyone around her. 

A loving wife, mother & nana, Haifa made her family feel safe and comforted & created magic in every moment. Whether cooking our favorite meal or showing us how to find shark teeth on the beach, she made moments extraordinary. We always felt we mattered immensely to her. Our childhood was magical; we watched as she brought that same magic to her grandchildren’s lives. From a successful make-up artist to the president of the PTA, she put her heart and soul into everything she did. She taught us that when you reach for the stars, you can land on the roof, but when you reach for the roof, you will never get off the ground. I could still see her looking down at me as a child singing, “Whatever Will Be, Will Be” (Que Sera, Sera) as she rubbed my cheek until I fell asleep. To say she will be missed by her family & friends is an understatement. The biggest thing we have learned from our parents is the meaning of true & unconditional love. She loved her family & friends deeply, and we never for a moment doubted her love for us. Her love was selfless and unassuming.

A mass will be held Saturday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church, 14600 Turney Rd., Maple Hts., Ohio 44137. All are welcome as we honor the life of Haifa. 

 

We Miss You

We cried when you passed away,

We still cry today.

Although we loved you dearly, 

We couldn’t make you stay. 

Your golden heart stopped beating,

Hard-working hands at rest,

God broke our hearts to prove to me

he only takes the best.

 

We love you!