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OPHELIA C. SCACCO

January 6, 1921 - June 12, 2016

Ophelia C. Scacco (nee Ciesca) Beloved wife of Nicholas M. Scacco (deceased); Loving mother of Mario (Karen) Scacco and Marc Scacco; Dearest grandmother of Christine D. Link and Andrew J. Scacco; Great-grandmother of Audrianna Link. Dear daughter of Angelo and Maria Ciesca (both deceased).

Services Saturday June 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home and 10:00 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church.  The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 

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JAMES DUCCIESCHI

March 23, 1936 - May 28, 2016

James J. Duccieschi; Dearest son of James and Helen (nee Angiocchi) Duccieschi (both deceased); Dear uncle and friend to many. James was a proud US Army Veteran. Memorial service: Monday, June 13, 2016 from 10-11 a.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) 

 

 

 

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JOHN N. WAVRZACZ

December 21, 1950 - May 26, 2016

Beloved son of John S. & Margaret (both deceased); Dearest brother of Beth Cerveny (Jim, deceased), Peggy Boryczka (Dennis) (both deceased), and Joe; Special cousin of Gina (Jerry, deceased); Dear uncle of Jason (Jen), Sherri (Rich), Brian, and Toni; Special friend of Jennifer; Great uncle of Alexis, Kaitlyn, Connie, Brittney, Jayden, Amanda, Vincent, Bella, and Nicole; He also leaves behind his dog Sammy; John was a proud US Marine Veteran. John’s family would like to thank Wade Park VA, Westbay Health Care, and Hospice of the Western Reserve. Per John’s request no services will be held. 

“Bob and I will be waiting for you on the first tee at Seneca"

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MICHAEL R. BAKOS

June 11, 1950 - May 20, 2016

Michael R. Bakos, 65, long-time resident of Garfield Heights, died at Cleveland Clinic on Friday, May 20, 2016, following a brief illness. He is survived by his children Maura V. Bakos (Michael Zitney) and David G. Bakos of Greater Cleveland. He is also survived by sister Barbara A. Bakos (Tom Beckett) of Kent, brother John J. Bakos (Sue) of Bonita Springs, Florida; nieces Mischa Beckett (Matt Journy) and Claire Hale (Michael), nephews Chris Bakos and Brandon Bakos (Nicole) as well as grand-nieces and grand-nephews. He was preceded in death by parents Ann (Hnath) and Joseph Bakos. Michael was a graduate of the CWRU Architecture program. During the 1970s-80s he was involved with the ARC Group, which designed and built improved social service institution environments and created the Bridges exhibit at the Cleveland Childrens Museum. Michael worked with Merrick House, West Side Community House, and the Community Land Trust of Greater Cleveland. Michael was a masterful gardener, bread baker, and meticulous craftsman, who is remembered by many as a kind and gentle soul. In keeping with Michael's wishes, there will be no funeral services. 

A family gathering is planned to remember and celebrate his life. 

Those wishing to make donations in Michael's name, may send them to West Side Community House (www.wschouse.org) or a charity of your choice.

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ALBA MANFUT

March 24, 1923 - May 9, 2016

Alba Manfut (nee Robleto)                                                                            Beloved wife of Albert (deceased); Loving mother of Arthur (Emily) and Albert Jr.; Dearest grandmother of Antonio, Art Jr., and Annabelle; Great grandmother of Alejendro, Cheyene, Emilio, Alonzo, and Lilly.

Service: Friday May 13 at 6:30 p.m.  at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd Garfield Hts., OH (2 Blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends on Friday from 5 p.m. until time of service. 

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AGNES HANUSCIN

  

 

 

February 18, 1934 - May 9, 2016

Agnes Hanuscin (nee Hrusovsky)

Beloved wife of Paul (deceased); Dearest mother of Linda Skladany (William), Nancy Zamiska (Donald), and Sally; Loving grandmother of Laura, Brian, and Michael; Great-grandmother of Oliver; Dear sister of Ambrose Hrusovsky, Edward Hrusovsky, Helen McGinnis, (all deceased); Loving aunt of many. Although flowers are appreciated the family suggest contributions to be made to a charity of your choice.  

Services Thursday May 12 at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home and 10:00 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church. The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) Wednesday 5-8 p.m.

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JOHN O. BURNS

   

 

 

 

June 21, 1947 - May 9, 2016

John O. Burns                                                             

Beloved husband of David Huter; Dearest son of John G. and Elda (nee Kusick)(both deceased); Brother in law of Linda Hudeck (Gary); Special family member of David’s sons Steven and Brian (Heather) Huter; Uncle of Erin (Brian) and Krysten (Nate); Loving friend to many. 

A celebration of life service will be held Monday May 16, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125 (2 Blocks south of Rockside) where the family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 p.m. until time of the service.

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RICHARD P. BARTU

July 13, 1934 - April 29, 2016

Richard P. Bartu

Dearly beloved husband of Joan (nee Dylinsky); Dearest father of 9; Loving grandfather of 8; Great-grandfather of 2.

Services Monday, May 9 at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home and 12:00 p.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church. The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) Sunday 3-7 p.m

 

 

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THOMAS J. CHECK AND CAROL CHECK

Thomas J. Check

Beloved husband of Carol (deceased); Dearest father of Adam (Shannon) and Theresa Naro (Danny); Dearest son of Joseph (deceased) and Patricia; Dear brother of Tony (deceased), Joseph (Susan), and Christopher;

 

Carol Check (nee Hommel)

Beloved wife, Step Mother, Daughter in law, and Sister in law; Dearest daughter of Paul and Jeanne Hommel; Dear sister of Grace Berrey (Dave), and Ruth Fraley (Darrell).

A memorial service celebrating both of their lives will be Saturday April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Road (Two Blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until time of the service. 

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JEAN D. SKUTA

June 8, 1928 - April 26, 2016

Jean D. Skuta (nee Rusnaczyk)

Beloved mother of Rene Culler (Russ), Gregory (Laura), Paul (Kim), Deacon Glenn (Nancy); Dearest grandmother of 6; Dear sister of John and the following deceased: Rose Gajda, Josephine Kostka, Lottie Gliva, Rita Zawada, Walter, and an infant John. 

Services Friday April 29 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Church.

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