Michael A Tritola

September 10, 1951 - November 7, 2023

Dearly beloved son of Mary R. (nee Ferraro) and Anthony Tritola (both deceased); Dearest nephew of Antoinette and Stanley Priebe, Margaret and Joseph Chiella (all deceased); Dearest Godfather of Dennis Joseph Dlugo and Cynthia Ann Dlugo. 

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name Church 8328 Broadway Avenue Cleveland, OH 44105 (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

The family suggests donations to the Cleveland APL 1729 Willey Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113 or the Cleveland Kennel 9203 Detroit Avenue Cleveland, OH 44102

Michael Andrew Paul

October 20, 1974 - June 24, 2023

Michael Paul, 48, of Berea, OH, passed away on June 24, 2023. He was born on October 20, 1974.  Michael was a union meat cutter and a dedicated stay-at-home dad. He attended Garfield Heights High School. Michael was a member of the Greater Cleveland Umpire Association and enjoyed umpiring in his free time. He will be remembered for his love of baseball. Michael is survived by his former wife Samantha, his daughter Sarah, son John, parents Michael and Penny Paul, brother Matthew (Elizabeth) Paul, niece Kinsley Paul, grandmother Norma Paul, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Andrew Paul, and George and Bernie Smith.

A funeral mass will be held on Monday, July 3, at 11am at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 14600 Turney Road, Maple Heights. The family will receive visitors at the church from 10:00-11am.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Martin of Tours Cloak Fund.

Michael J. Wyrzykowski

October 30, 1947 - March 30, 2023

Heavenly Father, we thank you for sharing your servant, Michael Joseph Wyrzykowski, with us, and we thank you for now welcoming him home.

Dearly beloved husband of Regina (nee Wojnar) for 42 years, loving father of Kathy (Don), Michael (Yasmin), Mark, Lea, and Mary (Kerian).  Dearest grandfather of Isabel, Michael, Anne, Joseph, Thomas, Sophia, Verity and Anthony. Dear brother of Virginia, Cindy, Paul and Connie. Dear cousin, uncle, and great-uncle of many.  Son of Joseph and Esther (deceased)

Michael was a devoted Catholic, a member of the Holy Name Society, and a parishioner (and volunteer) of St. Monica Church for 42 years. He loved coaching various sports, especially CYO cross-country and track. But most of all he loved his family. Michael was a hard-working, giving man who will be missed by everyone who was blessed to know him.

Friends received at VITO-NERO FUNERAL HOME, 6130 Turney Road, Garfield Hts, OH 44125 (2 blocks south of Rockside Rd) on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Please join us in honoring Mike’s life at his Mass of Christian Burial at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd, Garfield Hts, OH  44125 on Monday April 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.   (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH)

Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Mike’s caregivers, Holy Family Hospice, the City of Maple Heights, and all of the many friends and relatives who have supported us in prayer over these past 3 years.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Padre Pio Academy, 12920 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, or to LifeWorks Ohio 4429 State Rd, Suite 23, Cleveland, OH 44109

Michael A. Kostechak

October 13, 1961 - March 25, 2020

Michael A. Kostechak age 58 of Maple Hts.

Beloved son of Robert and Lee (both deceased); brother of Robert and Ronald (Dian Walsh-Kostechak); uncle of Casey. dear friend of many. Mike was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. He loved dogs and adopted many throughout the years.

Services will be held on a later date.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Cleveland Animal Protective League 1729 Willey Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44113.

Michael A. Nero

June 13, 1922 - March 24, 2020

Michael A. Nero age 98 of Solon. Beloved husband of Mary Sue (nee Crosby) (deceased); dearest father of Michael, Carolyn Smith, Christopher (deceased) (Susan), Patricia Finn, Donald (Elizabeth), Ronald (Daphne); dear grandfather, great-grandfather of many; cherished brother of Fred (Joyce), Eleanor Spetrino (Bill, deceased), and the following deceased: Catherine Gammalo (Carl), Christine LeBlanc, Nick, Joe, Yolanda Kane (Dan). Michael was a proud WWII US Navy Veteran. He was a member and past Commander of the Solon VFW Post 1863 and a member of Solon Am Vets Post 11.  Mike was very active and loved being around people. He enjoyed spending time at the Solon Senior Center. He was very competitive and loved sports. 

A celebration of life will be held at a later time

Mike Wanchick

October 26, 1926 - December 28, 2019

Beloved husband of Angela (nee Savnik) (deceased); dear brother-in-law, uncle, good friend and neighbor of many. Mike was a WWII Army veteran, an avid gardener and a horse racing fan. 

Service: Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Church 400 Center Rd. Bedford, OH 44146. The family will receive friends in the chapel from 10-11 a.m.