Jean M. Vine

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Jean M. Vine (nee Bejbl) Beloved wife of Edwin. Loving mother of Susan Decker (Daniel), Shirley Smith (Barrett), and Kenneth. Adoring Grandmother of Melissa Bell. Sister of Robert Bejbl (Norah), and the
late Joy Knis. Dear aunt and great aunt.
Holy Name Class of 1951. Funeral Mass Monday December 10 at 10AM at St. Mel Church 14436 Triskett Rd.. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. SUN 4-7PM. In lieu of flowers family request donations to Hospice of the Western Reserve
www.hospicewr.org.


Irene M Eller

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Irene Mary Eller (nee Szekely), age 100, left us to be with her
beloved husband Lou, who predeceased her.Beloved mother of
Allan(deceased)(Nancy Gwilliam), Tudy (Bill) Masica and Steven; dear
Grandma of Dierdre Smith, Brian Eller, Carey(Ed) Menasian and
Jon(Christy)Mascina; cherished Great-Grandma of Aaron (Brittany),
Audrey, Victoria, Melissa(Jamelle) and Felecia; Great-Great-Grandma of
Baleigh, Annalisa and Jamelle Jr. Loving Aunt and Great-Aunt and
Friend. The family would especially like to thank Nivalis Hospice of
Northeast, Ohio for their excellent care and devotion. Visitation
Friday December 7th, 4-7 PM at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408
TRISKETT RD. Funeral Mass Saturday December 8th at 11AM, St. Colman
Church. Interment Riverside Cemetery. No flowers please; donations to
St. Colman's Church Fund 2027 West 65th ST. Cleveland, Ohio 44102

Gerald Sollenne

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age 71, passed away on December 1, 2018 as a result of ALS. Cherished husband of Susan (nee Struhar). Beloved brother of Linda Moon (Brian). Son of the late Albert and Vicki Sollenne. Graduated Cathedral Latin Class of 1965. U.S. Army 1st lieutenant - Vietnam. Retired employee of Norfolk and Southern Railroad. Funeral Mass Friday, Dec. 7 at 11 A.M. at St. Mel Church, 14436 Triskett Rd. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME, 15408 TRISKETT RD., THURSDAY 4-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to ALS Association of Northern Ohio, webnoh.alsa.org.

John Leslie Scofield


Born February 24, 1928 and died November 29, 2018 at Crestmont Nursing Home.John Scofield born in Lakewood Hospital and grew up on Cook Ave. He lived his whole life in the city of Lakewood. After graduating from Lakewood High School he went to work for the city of Lakewood. He began work on December 27, 1948 as a draftsman-clerk and by July 1, 1968 was appointed Superintendent of the Division of Water. He retired on January 10, 1986. . . that's 37 years for those who don't want to do the math. John met his wife at church camp 1946. They were married August 26, 1950, and he received his draft notice while on his honeymoon. While he served as a Marine at Cherry Point, NC, he taught navigation, his most famous student was Ted Williams. After the Korean War was over he was honorably discharged October 1953 and returned to Lakewood to work for the city again. After retiring, John and Jeannette became snowbirds going to Arizona from Thanksgiving thru the following May, for 25 years. First pulling a trailer with the car, moved up to a truck and bigger trailer and finally found a home RV park and had a park model with an Arizona room. The first time they each had their own bathrooms and air-conditioning. John's favorite activities were ping-pong and square dancing. He attended Lakewood Christian Church, was a Boy Scout and then a leader for Troop 4. He enjoyed camping, woodworking (even building a Sunfish sail boat from scratch, in the dining room because it was too big to come up the basement stairs). He also was an active member of Kiwanis for 50 years.John attended Baldwin-Wallace College while working a full time job, with four children, graduating 1963 with a Bachelor of Science degree. John was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie and Jane Scofield. He is survived by his wife Jeannette of 68 years, son Dave (Peggy), daughters Jayne White (Wayne), Martha Scofield and David Koester, Linda (Charly) Doerschuk (Hugo). His grandchildren Michael, Matthew Krysi (Scotty) Jones, Neil (Jen) Scofield, Heather Doerschuk and Jacob (Kelsee) Doerschuk, and Great grandchildren Jackson, Brayden, Bennett, Hunter, Bella and Gabby. Visitation is on Sunday at Donlon Funeral Home, 15408 Triskett Road, Cleveland 44111. Hours 3-5p.m. Celebration of Life 4:30-5:00.In lieu of flowers you can give to Lakewood Kiwanis Foundation, P.O. Box 770405, Lakewood, OH 44107.

Ann Marie Daniels

Ann Marie Daniels. “Wit” Age 93. Passed away on Thanksgiving morning at her daughter’s home with her daughter, granddaughter, and dearest friend by her side. Beloved wife of the late John. Devoted mother of Lawrence J. McDonald, Patrick Daniels, Kevin Daniels, Colin Daniels, Kenneth Daniels, and Ann Marie Knight. Grandmother of six. Funeral Mass Wednesday November 28th at 10 AM at St Patrick’s Church (Bridge Ave.) Visitation at St. Patrick’s Church 9-10 AM. Internment 1:15 p.m. at Ohio Western National Reserve Cemetery. A reception will follow the burial at her daughter’s home.

Pastor Lois Ann Hart

Pastor Lois Ann Hart passed away on Saturday November 3rd. Baby Doll wife of Chris. Loving mother of Deanna, Stewart, Stephen and Sandra. Grandmother of Michelle, James, Michael and Jackson. Great-grandmother of Ryan, Logan, Ayden, Landon, Makayla and Kylie. Sister of Paul Hampton. Sister-in-law of Ricky Kinser and Nell Hampton. Family and Friends welcomed at Beyond the Walls Church 101 Woodford Ave. Elyria, 44035 on Thursday November 8, 2-4PM with a service following. A potluck style celebration of life in the Welcome Center will be held following the services. Interment will be private. If you are bringing food for the potluck, due to highly allergic reactions please refrain from bringing anything tomato, potato, peppers or other nightshade related food items. In lieu of flowers family request donations to Beyond the Walls Children's Ministry in Rememberance of Lois Hart c/o Beyond the Walls Church.

Catherine F. Sarby

(nee Bihn), age 81 entered into eternal rest on the 23rd day of the 10th month in the year 2018. Devoted mother of Melissa Marie, her husband Carl Joseph Holland. Beloved sister. Cherished aunt and great-aunt. Loving friend of many.Catherine graduated from St Augustine -where she received all her sacraments- and from St John Cantius High School. She is the recipient of "The Spirit of God Award" from Bishop Anthony Pilla. "Dearest mother. Thank you so very much for all your love and dedication you have shown since my birth." "My beloved mother. Thank you for sharing your gift of faith, love of God,The Church and especially passing on my sincere and deep devotion to the Word Incarnate, Our Blessed Virgin, mother of God, all the Saints and the Most Holy Rosary.Love from your precious daughter. Mass of the Christian Burial at St Augustine Church 2486 W 14th St. on Monday the 29th day of the 10th month at 11AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family and friends of Catherine received at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. CLEVE., ON SAT. 6-8PM AND SUN 2-4 & 6-8 PM.


Rosemary Duriak

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(nee Driscoll) passed away on Tues. Oct. 9th. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Selfless and Loving mother of Mary Jo Gurin, Joey (Lori), Kathleen/Kitten Streem (the late Stevan), Noreen Johnson (Brian), and Tony.Loving "Sis" of Buzz Driscoll. Cherished "Mimi" and "Rosemary" to Dano Gurin Phinney (Matt), Kello and Kato Gurin, Mallory and Carlyle Duriak, Connor and Collin Johnson and Fluffy. Sister-in-law to Anna Durjak. Aunt and great-aunt to many. Rosemary was a retired nurse who worked at St. Alexis Hospital. She will be dearly missed. Funeral Mass Saturday Oct. 13 at 10:30AM at Assumption Church 9183 Broadview Rd. Interment Calvary Cemetery Family will receive friends at THE VODRAZKA FUNERAL HOME OF INDEPENDENCE, 6505 BRECKSVILLE RD., (RT. 21, S. OF ROCKSIDE), Friday 4-8PM. 

June Fleming

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wife of the late Thomas Francis Fleming. Beloved mother of Colleen Fleming Calco (Michael), Maureen Fleming, and the late Charles and Kevin Fleming. Dear grandmother of Carmen Curran (Doug), Julian Bargas and Lauren Fleming. Great-grandmother of Dane Curran. Sister of the late Dorothy Broderick and Kay Oehning. Beloved aunt and great-aunt. Mass of the Christian Burial Sat. Oct. 13th at 10AM at St. Mark Church 15800 Montrose. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. Fri 3-7PM

Sharon Bohaczek

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(nee Barth), beloved wife of the late Adam. Loving mother of (the late) Dale Barth, Adam, Lisa and Rich. Stepmom to Theresa Connors, Grandmother of Jason, Joshua, Lindsey. (the late)Marshall, Ashley and Kelly. Daughter of the late Earl and Doris Barth. Sister of (the late)Dick Young and Sandra White. Aunt and friend of many. Funeral Services Sat. Oct. 6 at 12PM at DONLON FUNERALHOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. Interment Riverside Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday 3-7PM

John J. Brilla


age 77, passed away on Friday September 14. Beloved husband of Dolores (nee Pontoli). Dearest father of Denise Brilla and Thomas Brilla (Linda). Loving grandfather of Jacob Novak, Olivia and Hayley Brilla. Dearest brother of Patricia Egna(John) and Margie Metzger (Rich). Uncle to Michael and Karen Egna and Kim and Jeff Metzger. Funeral Mass Thursday September 20 at 10AM at St. Mel Church 14436 Triskett Rd. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Wednesday at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD 3-8PM.

Mildred N Nyland

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age 90. Beloved wife of Paul C. for 52yrs. Mother of Geoffrey Funk (Sue), Sandra Larkin (Mike) and the late Barbara Jean Code. Grandmother of four. Great-grandmother of five. Sister-in-law of Ted (Marie) Nyland. Former Fairview Park Councilman at large for ten years. Graveside services were held privately for the family at Lakewood Park Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers from Griswold Home Care, O'Neill Healthcare-Bay Village and Hospice of the Western Reserve for the kind care they gave Milly during the past year. 

Daniel P Oprea

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Daniel P. Oprea, age 51, passed away suddenly on Monday July 30th. Loving son of Mihai and the late Brindusa Oprea. Brother of Carmen Oprea(Tony Vuong) and Diana Montes(Jose). Uncle to Allen, Steven and Katie Vuong, and Dominic and Letitia Montes. Funeral Services Friday August 3rd at 1PM at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 Triskett Rd. Interment St. Theodosius Cemetery.Family will receive friends on Thursday 6-8PM with Orthodox Services being held at 6PM.

Maxine M Schwartz

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(nee Shirling) age 90, resident of Lakewood, passed away peacefully June 21, 2018 at the Gardens at Westlake Assisted Living with family by her side. Maxine was born September 19,1927 in Sunman Indiana to the late Earl and Helen (Wiley) Shirling. She is preceded in death by her two brothers, Wayne Shirling and David Shirling. Maxine graduated from Whitestown Indiana HS in 1945 and began her career as a medical secretary working for Indianapolis hospitals. She married the late William F. Schwartz IV of Chicago on April 25, 1959 and soon after began raising their family in Chicago and moved to greater Cleveland area in late 1960's. Maxine was a lovely, elegant, talented and caring person, a gifted pianist, avid basketball fan, loved to travel, volunteer and connect with friends and family on her computer. She had a sharp wit, keen sense of humor and a wonderful outlook on life. Her greatest joy was her family, friends and welcoming people into her home. Maxine had a strong faith, member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elyria, member of the choir, served as church organist and recently as a resident of Lakewood, became an active member at St Peter's Episcopal Church. She was a member of American Legion Women's Auxiliary and Order of Eastern Star. Maxine was dedicated to the healthcare field, enjoyed her role managing the Outpatient Clinic at Elyria Memorial Hospital and continued to volunteer at area hospitals and clinics throughout her retirement. Maxine is survived by her son Bill (Shari) Schwartz of Powell Ohio and her daughter Susan (Ed) Rundell of Lorain Ohio as well as her grandchildren: Stefan (Natalie) Schwartz, Stu Schwartz, Scott Schwartz, Erica Bell, Stephanie Bell, Jack Bell and her great-grandchildren Vincent Bell and Jack Schwartz. Special thanks to the entire staff at Gardens at Westlake for providing excellent daily care and friendship to Maxine and to the Hospice of Western Reserve for their support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: COPD Foundation/Music Therapy LCOOK@COPDFoundation.org or St. Peter's Episcopal Church. A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday July 7, 2018 at 10:00 AM at St Peter's Episcopal Church 18001 Detroit Ave Lakewood OH 44107.

Celeste Pulido

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age 63 passed away on Thursday June 21. Loving companion of Harold(Junior)Harry. Cherished mother of Antoinette Anthony(Marc)(nee Garuccio). Loving grandmother of Marc Anthony Jr. Dearest sister of Rosemarie Applebee(dec), Sylvia Coria, Claudia Repine, Mark Pulio,Andrea Deighton and Bernadette McKinley. Loving aunt and friend of many. She will be deeply missed. Services Tuesday June 26 at 7:30PM at DONLON FUNERAL HOME 15408 TRISKETT RD. where the family will receive friends from 4-8PM.