All Obituaries

Kenneth D. Novak, age 70, of Wickliffe, passed away September 7, 2019. He was born on September 21, 1948 in Cleveland, OH. Kenny was a father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend with a constant smile, infectious laugh and flawless hair and teeth. Funny, charming, caring, encouraging and sense of taste made him insanely likeable. He simply “had a way with people” and seemed to know someone everywhere he went. He was a decorated U.S. Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam...

Francesco Continenza, affectionately known as Uncle Frank, age 87 of Wickliffe, OH passed away September 5, 2019 at Hospice of Western Reserve. He was born September 24, 1931 in Cerchio, Italy to Francesco & Gemma (D’Amore) Continenza (both deceased). Francesco immigrated to Cleveland, OH in December 1955 to reside with family. He found employment within a week at Ohio Gear (Towmotor/Caterpillar). There he was a skilled machinist and chief steward throughout his entire career...

Gail Koepke, age 68, of Wickliffe, passed away on Tuesday September 3, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic from complications of Crohns Disease. She was a longtime employee of Progressive Insurance. Gail was born on February 12, 1951 to the late Reno and Adelaide (nee Golden) Koepke. Gail was a much loved daughter, sister, aunt and great aunt who will be dearly missed. She is survived by her siblings Karen (Joudat) Said, Denise (John) Echols, Keith (Ann, deceased) and David; dear aunt to many...

Leslie Kelly, age 83, of North Ridgeville, passed away September 3, 2019. Born January 6, 1936, in Glasgow, Scotland, he had been a resident of Wickliffe before residing in North Ridgeville. Leslie was a U.S. Army veteran, Freemason and member of the East Gate Masonic Lodge #796 and the UAW Local 122. He loved to play golf and was a huge Cleveland Browns and Indians fan. Leslie was the beloved husband of Ruth (nee Derreberry); dearest father of James (Lori), Scott (Michelle) and...

Paula E. (nee Santa Maria) Cicigoi of Wickliffe, peacefully passed away at home on September 2, 2019 at the age of 90.   Beloved wife of the late Angelo Cicigoi for 59 years. Loving mother of Kenneth (Amy), Karen (deceased), Victoria (Perry) Kibby, and Barbara (William) Toth; loving grandmother of Kelsey and Tyler Cicigoi, Vincent, Anthony, Nicholas and Isabella Kibby; step-granddaughter Tricia and step...

SOSENKO PETER P. SOSENKO, age 95, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away August 31, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Marie (nee LaVigna); dear brother of the following deceased: Alex (Doris), Andrew (Helen), John, Ted (Carmie), Basil, Simon and Mary Pechnik; loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday September 5th at THE ORLANDO-DONSANTE-PREVITE FUNERAL HOME 29550 EUCLID AVE., WICKLIFFE, where the family will receive friends from 10:00 AM UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE....

Catherine B. Gudowicz (nee Elshaw), age 92, of Chesterland and formerly of Wickliffe, passed away August 24, 2019. Mrs. Gudowicz was born on March 28, 1927 in Cleveland, OH. Catherine was a member of the Wickliffe Senior Center. She was the kindest, warm hearted, caring and loving person in the world. Catherine was the dearest mother of Raymond (Catherine) Gudowicz and Donna (Jeff) Foraker; devoted grandmother of Kim (David) Motz, Meghan (Brandon) Chamberlin, Tom (Kate) Foraker, Ryan...

Funeral Services for Gladys I. Metz (nee Green), age 80, of Euclid, will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday August 27, 2019 at The Orlando-Donsante-Previte Funeral Home 29550 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe. Mrs. Metz passed away August 22, 2019 and was born on February 25, 1939 in Wheeling, WV. Gladys was a member of Eastern Star Miriam Chapter One. She enjoyed reading, camping, adult coloring and doting on her grandchildren. Gladys was the beloved wife of James; dearest mother of Kimberly (Dewey) Meyer;...

Funeral Services for John Kenneth Hart, Sr., age 76, of Wickliffe will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday August 23, 2019 at Nottingham Baptist Church 2921 Bishop Rd., Willoughby Hills. Mr. Hart passed away August 19, 2019 and was born on July 24, 1943 in Cleveland, OH. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday August 22 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Friday August 23 from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in Knollwood Cemetery in Mayfield Hts. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be...

Memorial Services for Darlene A. Kujala (nee Burns), age 67, of Mentor on the Lake, will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday August 12, 2019 at St. Paul Lutheran Church 250 Bowhall Rd., Painesville. Mrs. Kujala passed away August 5, 2019 and was born on June 13, 1952 in Struthers, OH. Darlene was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Painesville, loved her dog Sassy, enjoyed crafts and making candy. Darlene was the beloved wife of Edward; dear sister of Richard (Louise) Burns and Dale (Stephanie)...