All Obituaries

Shannon M. Rotondo, age 50, of Wickliffe, passed away August 1, 2021 and was born on August 18, 1970 in Wickliffe, OH to Lornie and Terri Jo (nee Ciancibello) Rotondo. Beloved husband of 26 years to Debbie (nee Meyer); dearest father of Chasey Marie (Ronald) Ritner and Izzy Rotondo; devoted grandfather of Travis Michael Rotondo; cherished brother of Celeste (Kirk) Braun; dearest uncle of Loudan and Regan Braun; dear nephew of Mark Rotondo; Kevin Rotondo; Douglas (deceased) (Toni)...

Beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Frank Fitz passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021. A proud Wickliffe High School graduate, Frank gratefully returned home after earning his Bachelor's Degree from Youngstown State and became the City of Wickliffe Recreation Director for 30 years, retiring in 2004. While employed by the city, Frank also devoted considerable time to his alma mater as he coached in both the boy’s and girl’s basketball programs at...

Phyllis M. Lark (nee LaSpina), age 87, of Willoughby, passed away July 16, 2021. Mrs. Lark was born on September 24, 1933 in Kirtland, OH. Phyllis was an avid gardener, loved cooking and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Phyllis was the beloved wife of 48 years to the late Albert; dearest mother of Stephen (deceased) (Patty); dearest stepmother of Al (Sue) and James; devoted grandmother of Erin (Jim Turcoliveri) and Matthew (Sara) and great grandmother of Harper;...

Josephine I. Calavitta, age 91, passed away June 20, 2021. Ms. Calavitta was born on March 10, 1930 in Cleveland, OH. Josephine was the longtime loving companion of Robert Laski; dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Caroline Iafelice, Carrie D’Amico and Angie Badalamenti; brothers, Sebastian, Vito and Tony. Graveside Services to be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 25th at Mentor Cemetery 6881 Hopkins Rd., Mentor. Donations may be made in...

Lawrence “Larry” Zakrajsek, age 64, of Euclid, passed away June 13, 2021. He was born on January 31, 1957 in Cleveland, OH. Larry enjoyed watching all sports, playing golf and shooting pool. Larry was the beloved father of Michael (Fiancée Megan Secord Wert) and Amanda; beloved son of Stanley; dearest brother of Stanley (Gayle Lutch), Arlene (Ken) Leuzzi and Janene; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Joanne (nee...

Catherine L. Burton (nee Peters), age 100, of Wickliffe, passed away June 12, 2021 with her family at her side. She was born on May 2, 1921 in Portsmouth, OH. Catherine was the beloved wife of the late Cecil M.; dearest mother of Anthony “Butch” Burton, Cathy Davis, Christa Smith and Ronald Smith III; devoted grandmother of three and great grandmother of ten and great-great grandmother of one; dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00...

Janet “Jan” Setlock was the most loving and caring person we had the grace and good fortune to have in our lives. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt to a large and loving family who cherished her to the very end. She passed away at the age of 81 on June 8, 2021 after fighting an illness for several years.   Janet retired from the Wickliffe Public Library where she made many good friends and was well liked by all. When she wasn’t...

Mass of Christian Burial for Sally M. Gamier (nee O’Hara), age 88, will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Robert and William Church 367 East 260th St., Euclid. Mrs. Gamier passed away May 31, 2021 with her loving family at her side. She was born on June 3, 1932 in Cleveland, OH to the late Charles O’Hara and Janice Shacha (nee Aspinwall). Sally was a former Assistant Librarian at Villa Angela Academy for 21 years, a member of Mothers of Ursuline Nuns and the...

Mass of Christian Burial for Pearl T. Fitzgerald (nee Majkszak), age 102, of Dublin, OH and formerly of Wickliffe, will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 29850 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe. Mrs. Fitzgerald passed away May 30, 2021 with her family at her side. She was born on March 11, 1919 in Pittsburgh, PA. Pearl was an active parishioner at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church where she was active in the Altar and Rosary Guild before moving to Dublin. She...

Mass of Christian Burial for Ruth F. Wollschleger (nee Kelly), age 94, of Wickliffe since 1957, will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 29850 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe. Mrs. Wollschleger passed away May 29, 2021 and was born on November 24, 1926 in Roscoe, NY. Ruth was a former teacher having taught at both Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Wickliffe and St. Mary of the Assumption in Mentor. “Ruth was the most avid Cleveland Indians fan that you would...