MARION T. LAMANNA "MARIA LANE"
March 19, 1938 - January 21, 2016
Marion T. LaManna “Maria Lane” (nee Gallina)
Beloved wife of Robert P. LaManna (deceased); Dearest mother of Robert Samuel LaManna (deceased); Dear daughter of Mario and Bessie Gallina (both deceased); Maria enjoyed her life working as a performer and a Burlesque dancer. She was a featured attraction through out the United States. Her last job was at Jack and Jill’s. She loved to host parties, and entertain her friends and family. She loved cooking Italian foods. Maria would always help people in need. She will be truly missed.
Service: Thursday January 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home (two blocks South of Rockside). Family and friends will gather from 1-2 p.m. A memorial luncheon will follow.
MICHAEL KARDAMIS
July 10, 1976 - January 19, 2016
Michael J. Kardamis
Dearly beloved son of Carol Box (Joe Sr.), Thomas (Eileen Belleli); Dearest brother of Kimberly; Dear uncle of Benjamin; Dearest nephew of Martin, Deborah, Jeffrey, Joanne Clayton (Cliff), Lena Klimczak (Robert, deceased), Michael Jr. (Tina, deceased), Roseanne Contento (Mark); Great nephew and cousin to many. Michael John lived his life as he wished. He had a passion for cooking and amazed all with his talent. He loved dancing and singing to Grateful Dead and enjoyed many years living the beach life in Florida. Michael had a caring and loving soul. He had a soft spot for all animals (especially squirrels). Michael had a beautiful personality, sense of humor and nobody who ever met him will ever forget him.
Services: Saturday January 23 at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home and 11:00 am at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts. The family will receive friends at Vito Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) on Friday from 4-8 p.m.
Although flowers are appreciated the family suggests contributions go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by following the link below
Update: Thanks to the overwhelming support the family received, a donation was made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Michael's name. Michael's tribute will be memorialized on a brick leading up to the Kay Research and Care Center in Memphis, Tennessee.
STEPHEN J. LEHMAN
April 13, 1951 - January 19, 2016
Stephen J. Lehman, Beloved husband of Shirley (nee McKendree), Dearest father of David, Donald, Gary (Jackie), and Danny (Paula); Loving grandfather of 7; Great-grandfather of 6; Dearest brother of Fred, Lenny (Brenda), Hankey (Brenda), and Vickie; Dear uncle and friend of many.Dearest father of David, Donald, Gary (Jackie), and Danny (Paula); Loving grandfather of 7; Great-grandfather of 6; Dearest brother of Fred, Lenny (Brenda), Hankey (Brenda), and Vickie; Dear uncle and friend of many.
Service: Saturday January 23 at 6:30 pm at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends from 5:00 until time of the service
MARY PARRAN
JULY 12, 1927 - JANUARY 11, 2016
Mary Brekke Parran, age 88, born Mary Jane Brekke in Warren MN., to Edward A. Brekke and Katherine Edith Sinclair, died January 11, 2016 at her home in Breckenridge Village, Willoughby, Ohio. She was surrounded by her devoted family; her husband of 63 years, Theodore V. Parran; children Edith Parran Kuhn, (James W Kuhn), Theodore V. Parran, Jr., (Laura Bastulli), Sarah Parran, (Susan Gregg), and Michael B. Parran. Mary was blessed with six grandchildren; Sarah E. Ridenour (Cory), Bethany P. Kloss (Sean), Allison G. Kuhn (affianced to Dennis McAnerney), Theodore V. Parran III (Adriana Benavides), Krista K. Parran, and Thomas A. Parran. Mary is survived by her sister-in-law, Elizabeth Brekke and several nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers John and Charles, and his wife Mary Jean Brekke.
Mary’s formative years were spent in Argyle, MN. She then attended the University of Minnesota, received her nursing degree from Johns Hopkins University. After marriage and 4 children, Mary completed her graduate education at Ursuline College and Western Reserve University, with a master’s degree in education. She loved every minute of her various careers, first as a public health nurse with the VNA, then as a high school counselor, teacher, family therapist and addiction counselor.
Mary’s life was dedicated to service to others, commitment to liberal causes, and to her family and friends around the country and world. She had the remarkable ability to create a special bond with every person she met. Her love, enthusiasm, and compassion will continue to enrich the lives of all who knew her.
A celebration of Mary’s life will be held on Saturday, February 6th, 2016, at 2:00 P.M., at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2747 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights, Ohio, 44106. A reception will be held in Tucker Hall at St. Paul’s immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation, 9775 Rockside Road, Suite 270, Valley View, Ohio, 44125, or the Visiting Nurse Association of Ohio, 2500 E. 22nd St., Cleveland, Ohio, 44115.
DR. HILARY CATHERINE WALTON
August 31, 1969 - December 25, 2015
Dr. Hilary Catherine Walton, 46, of Lyndhurst, OH, beloved daughter of Julie H. Walton of Ellicott City, MD, died at home on December 25, 2015. Born in Asheville, NC, Hilary spent much of her childhood in the North of England, where her father, Brian George Walton (deceased), was from. She received a PhD in Biology from Ohio State University in 2005, worked in academic publishing and science writing in NYC, and taught biology at Case Western Reserve University from 2009-2013. Hilary will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Resurrection in Ellicott City, MD, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 13 with visitation prior, beginning at 1:00 pm, and a reception following. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the HC Walton Foundation, a foundation being established in her name to combat bullying.
JOANNE WATSON "BROM"
APRIL 20, 1939 - NOVEMBER 19, 2015
Joanne Watson “Brom” of Willoughby passed away November 19, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Dearly beloved mother of Kristin Guyett and Sara Thomlison; Loving grandmother of Samuel and Emma; Dearest daughter of John and Rose (both deceased); dear sister of John II “Jack” (deceased). Joanne was a nurse at Lake West Hospital, she retired in 2010. Services were private.
The family suggests donation to Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, OH 44110-2602
JOHN R. WINTERS JR. "JACK"
May 20, 1935 - November 19, 2015
John R. Winters Jr. “Jack” 80, passed away November 19 at his residence surrounded by his family. Mr. Winters, a Maryland native, resided in Eastlake for the last 53 years. He was a plumber for Huron Road Hospital for 40 years and a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. John enjoyed fishing, bowling, and rooting on his favorite Cleveland Sports teams: the Indians and the Browns. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Rebecca (Rennie), daughter Jamie DeMark (Hoyet) of Mentor, son Joseph of Willoughby, brother Marshall (Paula), Sisters Carol Grove (Robert), Hilda (Raymond) Michalski, grandchildren Alyssa, Madelyn, and Avery DeMark and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents John R. Sr. and Veronica (Woods), and brother Eugene.
Services were Private.
DONALD R. WHITE
August 7, 1961 - November 12, 2015
Donald R. White
Dearly beloved son of Mary Ann “Chippy” Kaczynski (nee Nero) (Raymond) and Richard (Carol) (nee Paratore); Loving brother of Richard (Valerie), Patricia Gillen (James), Michael (Terri), Scott (Mala); Dear nephew, uncle and cousin to many.
Service: Tuesday November 17 at 7:30 p.m. at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home 6330 Center St. Mentor, OH. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. - until time of the service
LYLE W. PIZZINO "WILLIE"
June 14, 1931 - November 7, 2015
Lyle W. (Willie) Pizzino, 84, of Perry, passed away Nov.7,2015 at Hospice in Euclid. Born in Painesville to James & Mary Pizzino, June 14, 1931. He was a Harvey High School graduate and then enlisted in the Navy where he served in the Korean war. After discharge he worked in the concrete business and then started his own concrete business which he retired from in 1999. He loved his large family & enjoyed spending time with them. He was a great sports fanatic & had great pride in his 1955 Ford dump truck. He leaves behind his wife Clytie of 60 years, sons Alan, Lyle II (Donna), Vince, Gene (Karen). Daughters Cindy, Karen (Allen), Lonna (Chris). Grandchildren Dustin, Jenna (Josh), Meghan, Andrew. Great grand children Mila & Andrew Jr. He is preceded in death by his parents & 9 siblings. He is survived by his sisters, Gloria Malizio, Betty Swails, Norma Nelson & MaryAnn Smith.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 4 to 8pm on Thursday Nov. 12, 2015 at Sammy K's Restaurant at 4760 N. Ridge Road in Perry.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Alzheimer's Association.
FACTS
Born: June 14, 1931
Place of Birth: Painesville, Ohio
Death: November 7, 2015
Place of Death: Cleveland, Ohio
Occupation: Construction
MERSLAW LAWER
February 24, 1930 - October 31, 2015
Merslaw “Bud” Lawer of Garfield Heights passed away Saturday October 31, 2015. He was born on February 24, 1930 to Wasyl Lawer and Mary (Semkiv) in Clymer PA. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Helen. Daughter Cynthia Marn (James) of Pickerington, Oh: Sons Thomas of Broadview heights and Brian of Garfield Heights. Loving Grandfather of Melanie House (Andrew), Riley Marn (Mallory), Brock and Jeffrey, and Great Grandfather of Archer House and numerous nieces and nephews. Dear Brother of Mary Ambrose, Ann, Michael, John and Tres (all deceased). Bud was an Army veteran having served in the Korean War. He was employed as a carpenter for Greensteel Corporation for over 30 years. Bud was a longtime member and past president of the Garfield Heights High School Athletic Boosters Club and in 1998 was named Booster of the Year. He coached in the Garfield Heights Little League for several seasons including some championship teams and was involved with their fundraising. He was an active member of St. Joseph Byzantine Catholic Church in Brecksville. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. Bud was a devoted husband and father and will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Services Wednesday November 4 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Byzantine Catholic Church (please meet Church). Family will receive friends at the Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (2 Blocks South of Rockside)Tuesday 4-6 PM.
In Lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to the Alzheimer's Association of Cleveland P.O. Box 74924 Cleveland, OH 44194-1007 (216) 342-5556 or alz.org
FACTS
Born: February 24, 1930
Death: October 31, 2015