Obituaries

Nov 27, 2019

Craig Birnbaum, a lifetime resident of Wickliffe, passed quietly on November 27, 2019. Born in 1951, Craig graduated from Wickliffe High School in 1971, and was employed by the Wickliffe City Schools for 32 years, from graduation until his retirement.

Craig was an active member of as many worthwhile organizations as he could fit into his busy...

Nov 27, 2019

ENGEMAN

DONALD J. ENGEMAN, age 85, passed away November 27, 2019. Former husband of Carole; dearest father of Kathie Urban Murray, Lynda, Jon and Dave (Susan); devoted grandfather of Chris Urban, Brandon Morlock (deceased), Kelsey, Edison and Macy Geul; dear brother of Richard (Beverly) (both deceased), Patricia (Clayton) Lowrie (both deceased) and Kay (Mike) Trueman. Private services...

Nov 24, 2019

Ed Pavelecky, aka "The Duke of Dirt", died peacefully at home on Sunday, November 24, 2019 surrounded by his wife and daughters.

A giant man both in size and spirit, Ed was born on April 13th, 1947 to Edward and Lucille (nee Revelt) Pavelecky. After years of torturing the staff, he graduated from Wickliffe High School and...

Nov 18, 2019

Theodore P. Barbush, age 62, of Wickliffe, passed away November 18, 2019. He was born on June 23, 1957 in Uniontown, PA.

Theodore was an avid woodworker and loved cars.

Theodore was the dearest father of Theodore; loving companion of Connie Meier; dear brother of Thomas (Mary) and Marie (Gordon) Hess.

He was...

Nov 17, 2019

Mass of Christian Burial for Frank E. Urankar, age 86, of Euclid, will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday November 23, 2019 at Ss. Robert & William Church 367 East 260th St., Euclid. Mr. Urankar passed away November 17, 2019 and was born on September 1, 1933 in Hollsopple, PA.

Frank had been a resident of Euclid for...

Nov 15, 2019

Francine D. McMullen (nee Ranallo), age 79, of Wickliffe, passed away November 15, 2019. Mrs. McMullen was born on July 8, 1940 in Cleveland, OH.

Francine worked as a hostess and cashier at Baker's Square for 35 years. She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies, loved the Cleveland Browns and Indians, camping, traveling with her...

Nov 15, 2019

Mass of Christian Burial for Matilda H. Turpack (nee Mattis), age 96, of Mentor, will be a 10:30 a.m. Tuesday November 19, 2019 at Ss. Robert and William Church 367 East 260th St., Euclid. Mrs. Turpack passed away November 15, 2019 and was born on December 5, 1922 in Johnstown, PA.

Matilda was a former resident of...

Nov 13, 2019

On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, Paris Layne completed his 90-year journey on this earth. He was one of the kindest, most loving men you could know who depended on his faith in the creator to carry him through his life and was always willing to share it with those he met.

Paris gave his all in every...

Nov 13, 2019

Charles E. Hopton, age 83, of Wickliffe, passed away November 13, 2019. He was born on January 30, 1936 in Carmichaels, PA.

Charles was the founder and owner of Fibeco, Inc. for over 30 years, a member of Fellowship United Church of Christ and a longtime member of Wickliffe Youth Football and Baseball Leagues as well as...

Nov 9, 2019

LEATHERWOOD

DAPHNE C. LEATHERWOOD, age 51, passed away November 9, 2019. Beloved daughter of the late Kleo Leatherwood; loving partner of Bridget Lewis; dearest mother of Destiny Leatherwood, Jason, Jacob, Calvin, Brooklyn and Arielle Lewis; dear sister of Donita and James. Memorial Service to be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday November 16th at New Life Cathedral 16200...

Nov 8, 2019

Mass of Christian Burial for Frances Rosemarie Greco (nee Campagna), age 90, of Wickliffe, will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday November 11, 2019 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 29850 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe. Mrs. Greco passed away at the David Simpson Hospice House of the Western Reserve in Cleveland on November 8, 2019.

She was born...

Nov 3, 2019

Helen Mary Lewis, 98 of Euclid, Oh.,a lifetime resident. Died November 3. She was born on March 23,1921 to Julian and Mary in Erie, Pa.

Helen worked at Jay Dee Cleaners in Euclid. She was beloved by her family for her generosity and love of family. In her neighborhood she was an excellent caregiver to her ill...

Oct 29, 2019

John Joseph Toth, age 67, of Willowick, passed away October 29, 2019. He was born on May 27, 1952 in East Cleveland, OH.

John grew up in the Collinwood area. He was a graduate of St. Joseph Elementary School and Collinwood High School. John served in the U.S. Navy from 1970 to 1974. He also worked as...

Oct 27, 2019

MERKULOFF

GEORGE S. MERKULOFF, age 76, passed away October 27, 2019. Beloved husband of Letizia "Tish" (nee Iafelice); dearest father of Nick (Denise) and Paul (deceased); devoted grandfather of Sophia and Nicholas; dear brother-in-law of Bob Iafelice. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in George's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758516 Topeka,...

Oct 26, 2019

BAZZARELLI

MARY T. BAZZARELLI (nee Delfonso), age 99, passed away October 26, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Floyd; dearest mother of Robert and Barbara (Dennis) Sedlak; devoted grandmother of Faith and Michael Sedlak; dear sister of Tony (Antoinette) Delfonso (both deceased), Julius Delfonso (deceased), Emma (Francis) Dietz (deceased), Lena (Ascencio) Badia (both deceased) and Rose Marie...

Oct 25, 2019

Joseph Charles Gusik III, age 31, of Wickliffe, passed away October 25, 2019. He was born on August 23, 1988 in Merced, CA.

Joseph was the loving son of Gary and Kathy (nee McNabb); dear brother of Debbie (Ron) Bryner, Donna (John) Hadgis and Melissa (Bryan) Carty; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews; dear friend to...

Oct 25, 2019

David Lee Bortnick, Jr., age 60, of Concord Twp., passed away October 25, 2019. He was born on June 30, 1959 in Meadville, PA.

David was a member of Shoregate United Methodist Church where he was greatly loved. He was an excellent swimmer, participated in Special Olympics, a bowler, loved his music and dancing. The biggest joy...

Oct 24, 2019

WALLENCHECK

LAURA JEAN WALLENCHECK, age 70, passed away October 24, 2019. Daughter of John and the late Loretta (nee DiOrio); sister of John, Carole and Elizabeth. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Laura's memory to the Alzheimer's Association of Cleveland 23215 Commerce Park, Suite 300 Beachwood, OH 44122. A brief ceremony will take place...

Oct 14, 2019

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Jo Ann (nee Curtis) Dulc on October 14, 2019. Born on March 30, 1925, to Joseph Curtis and Sophia (nee Nirka) Curtis in McKees Rocks, PA. Jo Ann moved with her family to the Cleveland area in her youth.

Jo Ann is preceded in death by her...

Oct 5, 2019

Maureen T. Ickes (nee Gallagher), entered into rest on October 5, 2019. Maureen was preceded in death by her husband Harold J. Ickes.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen I. (Robert) Harris and her granddaughter Sabrina C. Harris.

The family will receive friends at The Orlando-Donsante-Previte Funeral Home 29550 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe on Friday,...