Obituaries

Aug 23, 2021

David Richard Bubonics, age 75 (aka: Papa Boo, Davey, Dad, Mr. B and Sgt. Plague), passed away peacefully at his home on August 23, 2021. He is survived by the love of his life, Ronnie (Mary Veronica Buvalich); daughter, Tracy Salvia (John); granddaughters, Amanda and Concetta; siblings, Mary Lou, Kenny (Pat), Elaine, and sister-in-law, Suzy; many loving nieces and...

Aug 11, 2021

Madeline "Maddy" Sharp, age 61, passed away at home on August 11, 2021. She worked as a Registered Nurse at Lake West Hospital for 17 years as well as working for University Hospital Geauga and Hospice of the Western Reserve.

Maddy was preceded in death by her parents Ava (nee Wagner) and Clarence Sharp; grandmother, Leah Sharp. ...

Aug 11, 2021

Anthony Armond Gambatese, age 77, passed away peacefully in the arms of his devoted wife at his home in Willowick, Ohio on August 11, 2021 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Anthony was born on December 23, 1943 to Anthony and Josephine (nee LaConte) Gambatese. He grew up in Wickliffe, Ohio with four brothers: Bob, Frank,...

Aug 9, 2021

Mass of Christian Burial for Frances Rittenhouse (nee Caniglia), age 77, of Painesville Twp., will be held on Friday, August 27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Mrs. Rittenhouse passed away August 9, 2021 surrounded by her devoted family.

Frances had a long career in cosmetology. She was...

Aug 8, 2021

Margaret A. Scullion (nee Schaefer), age 74, of Painesville Twp., passed away August 8, 2021 and was born on December 16, 1946 in East Cleveland, OH.

Margaret was member of United Methodist Church in Painesville. She loved the Cleveland Indians and playing bingo.

Beloved wife of Howard M. Scullion; dearest mother of Michael Cancasci, Sandra...

Aug 6, 2021

James N. Hula, age 74, of Willoughby Hills and formerly of Wickliffe, passed away August 6, 2021. He was born on December 11, 1946 in Cleveland, OH to the late Norman and Janet (nee Duff).

James was a member of F.O.P Western Lake Co. #116. He served 22 years with the Wickliffe Police Department. Prior to being...

Aug 5, 2021

RUTH M. DOTSON (nee Berganski), age 73, of Wickliffe passed away on August 5, 2021 and was born on April 15, 1948 in Cleveland, OH to Ernest and Mary Berganski (nee Tanski).

Beloved wife of 38 years to Otis Dotson; dearest mother of Ken (Christy) Ward, Kelly (Mark) Miller, Becky (George) Duncan and Debi (Daniel) Vega; devoted...

Aug 1, 2021

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...

Jul 21, 2021

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...

Jul 16, 2021

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...

Jun 20, 2021

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...

Jun 13, 2021

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),...

Jun 12, 2021

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...

Jun 8, 2021

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...

May 31, 2021

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...

May 30, 2021

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...

May 29, 2021

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...

May 28, 2021

Mass of Christian Burial for Janice E. Sason (nee Beil), age 91, of Willoughby and former longtime resident of Wickliffe, will be held on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at St. John Vianney Church 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor. Janice passed away Friday, May 28, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 7, 1929...

May 24, 2021

Ann Melnick (nee Janos), age 92, of Wickliffe, passed away May 24, 2021 with her family at her side. Mrs. Melnick was born on April 30, 1929 in Martins Ferry, OH.

Ann was a member of Shorehaven Lutheran Church in Euclid. She loved her Cleveland Indians and also enjoyed cooking, bowling and playing cards.

Ann...

May 23, 2021

Mass of Christian Burial for Gary "Ozz" Osborne, age 78, of Wickliffe, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 28, 2021 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 29850 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe (Please Meet at Church). Gary passed away May 23, 2021 surrounded by his loving family and was born on May 25, 1942 in Cleveland, OH to...