Kathleen Perry Edley
Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kathleen Perry Edley was born 9/27/46 to Elder Al & Lucinda Perry. She was the second of six girls. (Her parents, sister Seresa & granddaughter Shayna proceeded her in death). Kathleen graduated from John Adams High School in 1965. She served in the US Coast Guard both active and civilian and attained over 30 years. She leaves to cherish her legacy: her children: Leisa, Wanda (Everette), William Jr. (“Chip”), sisters: Neisha, Lillie, AlFretta (Edgar), Slimmarie: 9 grandchildren: 12 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 22, 2023, from 3-6 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Elizabeth Baptist Church 6114 Francis Avenue Cleveland, OH 44127. The family will receive friends at the church from 9:27 a.m. until the time of the service.
Burial with Military Honors will take place at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Doris B Lucak
December 1, 1932 - September 22, 2023
Doris Barbara Lucak (nee Kulwicki), age 90, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023. Beloved wife of the late John; dearest mother of Douglas (deceased), Jeffery (Linda), and Denise Rubaai (Ahmed); loving grandmother of Elizabeth, Alexandra, Zach, Noah, and Alex; caring daughter of the late Walter and Mary Kulwicki; trusted sister of Thomas Kulwicki (Alice) and Christine Bocian (Bernard). Aunt, cousin, and friend of many. Doris will always be remembered for her strong faith, loving and giving spirit, and passion for baking/cooking. Her baked kolaczki was a requested favorite by many family and friends. Her family life was the center of her attention. She treasured her time with her grandchildren and loved being their “busia”. Doris’ memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.
Funeral mass: Friday, October 6, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church 14600 Turney Rd. Maple Hts., OH 44137 where the family will receive friends 1 hr. prior to mass.
Interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery 26700 Aurora Rd. Bedford, OH.
The family asks for any donations to go to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Louise Elizabeth Czuchaj
October 3, 1954 - September 25, 2023
Louise Elizabeth Czuchaj, of Maple Heights OH, Age 68, passed away on September 25, 2023. Beloved Wife of Timothy Czuchaj Sr.; Mother of Sheryl (Eric), Kimberly (Tim), Tim Jr. (Joanna), Mathew (Melisa) and Michael; Grandmother of Taylor, Elizabeth, Aubrey, Justin, Adian, and Jessica. Louise lost her life battling an infection for a year. She grew up in Warren Michigan and graduated from East Detroit High School, where she met and married her sweetheart for fifty-four years! She also attended Macomb Community College and acquired an Associate Degree in Medical Transcription. All her life Louise has been a blessing to everyone. She spent her whole life living for her family. She will always be remembered in our thoughts, prayers!
Joseph Thomas Nagle
Beloved husband of the late Otomie (nee Caswell); father of Daniel, Dennis (Rita), David (Robin), Michele Ebsch (Robert), Cynthia Zoll (Kenneth Rickey, deceased) (Michael), Jeffrey (deceased) (Barb), Richard (deceased) (Jacky) and Thomas (Jamie); grandfather of Leslie (Doug), Stacey (Kenneth), Kati (Michael), Nora (Michael), Dennis (Danette), Gregory (Bonnie), Tod (Allyson), Sarah (Jason), Nicole, Patrick, Eileen (Evan), Jennifer (Robert), Matt, Josh (Gina), Brad (Ali), Joseph (Stephanie), Ashley, Peyton, and Braden; great grandfather of 33; great-great grandfather of 9. Joseph was an awesome father. He enjoyed wood carving, gardening, telling stories, being the family historian, and traveling the world. A graduate of Penn State, he was employed by FIA and served in the US Airforce, where he was training to become a pilot.
Services will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Road Garfield Hts., OH
The family will receive friends on Friday from 4-7 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH
Alfred W. Keller Jr. "Bill"
February 19, 1958 - June 14, 2023
Alfred W. Keller, Jr. “Bill” age 65. Passed away peacefully June 14, 2023. Beloved father of Karlie Keller (Chris). Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred (Bill) Keller Sr., Marianne (Meg) Keller (nee Harwood) and his brother, Michael Keller. Loving brother of Beth Turk, Anne (Mark) Cozzins, Amy (Tim) Rosenbaum. Loving life partner of Jennifer Ogilvie. Dear uncle, cousin, nephew and friend of many.
Memorial service will be held Friday, July 28, 2023, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anselm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland OH 44026.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bill’s name can be made to any of the following:
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: www.stjude.org
Tunnels to Towers: www.t21.org
The Humane Society: www.secured.humanesociety.org/memorials
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.
Deloris M. Kriz
May 26, 1926 - June 23, 2023
Deloris Kriz age 97, Beloved wife of the late Richard P.; mother of Thomas (Linda), James (Paula), and Richard A.; grandmother of Scott (Jessica), Michael (Tiffany), Erika, and Paul; great-grandmother of three; aunt of Rosemary (Dennis).
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 10 -11 a.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125. Prayer service at 11 a.m. followed by burial at Crown Hill Cemetery.
Shirley Ann Violet Oslejsek
July 7, 1936 - June 9, 2023
Shirley Ann Violet Oslejsek (Nee Elstone) of Maple Heights. Dearly beloved wife of the late Anthony; dearest mother of Anthony Jr. (Denise), Mark (Jeannette), Allison Kacvinsky (Brian), and Stephen; loving grandmother of Michael, Diana, Madeline, Maci, Max, and Tessa; great-grandmother of Justin Tyler, Kayla Rayne, Hailey Jade and Eden Violet.
Services: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 where family will receive friends on Tuesday from 3-7 p.m.
Family requests donation to www.ASPCA.org
Margaret Rachel Stoddard
June 19, 1923 - June 2, 2023
Margaret Rachel Stoddard, (nee Taggart), age 99 of Lyndhurst, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023 with her loving daughters at her side. She is survived by daughters: Joanne Cash (Ron, deceased), Ellen Lampert (Mark), Linda Green (Dennis, deceased), grandchildren: Chris, Alexis, Blair, Rachel, Lindsey, and 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jim Taggart. Margaret was born June 19, 1923 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. During her early years, she was a competitive swimmer on the Canadian National Team, breaking several national records. After raising her children, she pursued her love of the outdoors and enjoyed canoeing, cross country skiing and hiking. Her interest in archaeology and learning about other cultures led her on adventures throughout the world, including archaeological digs. She was a member of the Cleveland Hiking Club and Lyndhurst Community of Faith Church. She was a loving mother with a beautiful heart and smile and a woman of integrity, who will be missed dearly.
A private family service will be held.
Contributions in her memory can be made to the Cleveland Hiking Club, 10988 Shaker Dr, North Royalton, OH 44133.
Linda Jean Zimmerman
September 20, 1955 - May 29, 2023
Zimmerman, Linda Jean (Balog) On May 29, 2023, Linda went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus. She was born September 20, 1955, to Carol Balog (Wacko) and the late Thomas Balog Jr.; Dearly Beloved Mother of Dianna Anello (Chad), Steven Malkowski (Jessica), Heather Robideaux. Beloved Stepmother to Andrew Zimmerman and Anthony Zimmerman.; Loving and Devoted Grandmother of Justin, James, Kerryn, Michael, Brendon, Sydney, Mary Jane, Grayden, Kaitlyn, Reid, Noah, Joseph, Johnnie, Zac, Mireya and Remington; Dear Sister of Carol Alquero (Abraham), Thomas Balog, Richard Balog; Loving Aunt to Max Boyle (Lisa), Melissa Chesbro (Russ), Elizabeth Sobiesienski (Brian). Great Aunt to Makayla, Lily, and Sienna. Great-Great Aunt to Jahseh. Linda was devoted to Christ, her family and friends. She proudly worked and retired from the Department of Defense, diligently adjudicating retired pay accounts for all Military branches. She was also a dedicated member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 196. She had both an infectious laugh and smile and will always be remembered for her kind spirit! She will be greatly missed by all.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125
There will be a church service announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude.