Frank J. Musial
Frank J. Musial Sr. 76 of Garfield Heights, OH passed on January 23, 2023. Beloved wife Mary (nee Bruncak). Loving father of Sheila Vodvarka, Angela Fay (Michael deceased), Frank Musial Jr. (deceased), John Musial (deceased), Michael Musial, and Stepchildren Renee Feckner, Christy Abulaban, Leonard Feckner. Cherished grandfather of Nicholas Hale, Paige Hale, Christopher Vodvarka, Brandon Vodvarka, Johnny Vodvarka, Michaela Fay, Liam Fay, Jana Abulaban, Leonard Feckner, Emily Feckner, Kailey Feckner, Maicey Feckner, Abriella Feckner, Nicole Syllaba and Jackson Syllaba. Loving brother of David Musial Sr. (Grace), and Beloved uncle to David Musial Jr. (Andie), Nicole DeCore (James), and great uncle to Mia, Davey, Nico, Giavanna.
Frank was born in Cleveland, Ohio. Joined the Army in 1963 and served two tours of duty in Vietnam and Thailand. Frank worked as a Millwright for over 40 years for various companies. He was a Millwright subcontractor at the NASA Glenn Research Center on Brook Park Rd. in Cleveland, OH for his last 25 years of work service until his retirement in 2010. Frank enjoyed watching and supporting the Cleveland Sports teams throughout his life. He enjoyed working on cars, helping family and friends with home projects and home improvements. Frank was known by many and loved by all!
Burial and Memorial service will be held at a later date. Please check back the website for service dates.
Bruce Eric Travis
Bruce Eric Travis age 75, passed away on January 13, 2023, surrounded by his family. Cherished son of the late Maurice and Shirley Travis (nee Perl). Devoted father of Natalie Brown and Monica Ciptak. Former husband to Mary Scott. Loving grandfather of Jacob Ciptak, Zachary Brown, and Jessica Brown. Brother of the late Douglas, and Kenneth Travis. Bruce was a longtime friend to Mark Staats. He grew up in Euclid, but lived his life in Garfield Heights, and Parma for most of his life. He was an accomplished, successful, talented, funny, good hearted person. He was an animal lover, and graduated with a Bachelor of Art from Cleveland State University, an Associate degree of Applied Business, and an Associate of Art from Tri-C Community College. Bruce was an Executive Accountant, Financial Coordinator, Elementary School Teacher, Artist, Model in the 70s, Wedding Cake Decorator, Musician, Gardener, Florist, and a Jeweler. He was once a Foreign Exchange Student, and had traveled through Europe.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday January 20, 2023, from 3:00P.M.-7:00PM at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road, Garfield Heights, OH 44125.
A Prayer Service will be held in the Morning on Saturday January 21, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home.
Donald E. Harter Jr.
DONALD E. HARTER JR., age 67, passed away January 6th, 2023; beloved husband of Ronnie Lee (nee Ratkosky) of 41 years; dear father of Christopher (Tiffany), Jeffrey (Katie), and Bradley (Brittany); cherished popa of Sophia, Finley and expected grandson; loving brother, uncle, and friend to many. Don devoted 43 years of service to the Village of Valley View. Don had a love of fishing, golf, hunting, race cars, baseball, and card games, but most of all his love of family.
Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHRUCH). The family will receive friends at VITO-NERO FUNERAL HOME 6130 TURNEY ROAD, GARFIELD HTS., OH 44125 on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Celine J. Chepeus
Celine J. Chepeus (nee Bogucki). Dearly beloved wife of the late Robert. Dearest daughter of Stanley and Martha Bogucki (both deceased); Dear sister of Dick, Lenny, Hank, and Millie (all deceased); Dear aunt of many.
Service: Monday, January 9, 2023 from 10:30-11:30 A.M. at VITO-NERO FUNERAL HOME 6130 TURNEY RD. GARFIELD HTS. (TWO BLOCKS SOUTH OF ROCKSIDE). Interment immediately following at Bedford Cemetery.
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.