Gina M. Embrescia
April 9, 1931 - September 27, 2019
Beloved wife of James for 63 years; mother of Jimmy (Karen); grandmother of Emily and Jim; daughter of the late Frank and Catherine; sister of Fran Galeti (Frank deceased); Mary Ann Peritore – Roberts (Paul – Joe) (all deceased); sister in law of 8 (all deceased); dear aunt, great-aunt, and friend of many.
Service: Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts. OH. The family will receive friends from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church.
Alberta M. Richardson
February 14, 1930 - September 23, 2019
Alberta Richardson 89 went home to be with our lord on Monday Sept. 23,2019 due to a long battle with cancer. She was born on February 14th, 1930 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the daughter of Henry & Marie Funkhauser. She had one brother (Pat).
Alberta grew up in Fayetteville, Arkansas and later moved to Ohio, where she met the Love of her life Donald Richardson Sr. Donald & Alberta were married August 27, 1947. During this marriage they raised five children together (Rita, Donnie, Genie, Anna, & Dana). They remained a loving couple until the passing of Donald Sr. on January 16th, 2004.
Alberta visited a few career paths, but ultimately landed as one of the best beauty consultants that Northeast Ohio has ever had. She worked for May Company, Higbees, & Dilliards collectively for over forty years, where she received multiple awards & recognitions. Alberta had contact with multiple celebrities such as Dick Goddard, Robin Swoboda, Patti Labelle, Usher, & Iman to name a few, but the thousands of people that she met and had some type of effect on is what made her the happiest.
Alberta was one of the most beautiful and caring persons that you would ever want to meet. She often put the needs of others before her own. Alberta freely shared her smile and heart with those she cared for most. Alberta’s smile and soft voice will be missed by many.
Alberta was preceeded in death by her parents (Henry & Marie), Husband (Donald Sr.), Brother (Pat), Children (Rita, Donald Jr., Anna), Grandchild (Damian), Great Grandchild (Ashley). She is survived by Children (William Eugene & Dana Maurice), Eighteen grandchildren and a host of Great & Great Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews and extended family.
Loren V. Stumpp
September 17, 1931 - September 15, 2019
Loren V. Stumpp Passed away peacefully 9/15/19 surrounded by family. Beloved son of Stanton and Gladys (nee Overmire); husband of Kathleen (nee Coleman) for 66 years; father of Loreen Dobos (Russell), Dennis (Claire Kindley), and Dana; grandfather of Jeremy Dobos (Deirdre), Jaimee Woodall (Jim), Jana Cook (Shane), and Hannah Stumpp (Nick Anderson); great-grandfather of Micaela, Aeden, Declan, Anya, Kieran, Raina, Nathan, Liam, Leah, and Ronan; brother of Eugene (Jeanne Marie)(both deceased), LaVonda Garn (Barney, deceased), Donelda Smith (Ron)(both deceased); uncle, great-uncle, friend and mentor of many. He also leaves behind his grand puppies and kitties.
After embarking on an Air Force career to become an F86 Fighter Pilot, he married his high school sweetheart at Nellis AFB in 1953. They traveled The States and the world returning to Ohio in 1961 three children richer. Loren was a salesman for Airco (Medina), Pitney Bowes (Toledo), and Buckeye Extrusion (Fostoria) before owning Executone of NW Ohio (Toledo) and Executone of Toronto and Indianapolis. He retired to the high desert of Tucson AZ adopting his loyal rescue dog, Sandy, and entertaining friends and family with patio BBQs and trips to desert museums, Mt Lemmon (for pie), and Mexico.
Loren loved his early experiences with farming (recapturing them in Amish country), piloting small aircraft post USAF, attending adult enrichment classes, patronizing the light opera, fraternizing with snack shop buddies, watching historical documentaries and old musicals, and sharing special places and events: Tony Pacos, Tucson Rodeo, Gem & Mineral and Air Shows, and traveling to Alaska for salmon fishing with “sons” Dennis and Russ and to Costa Rica and Russia with daughter Dana. He had been an avid outdoorsman. Loren had a heart for people, supporting many in their life pursuits. He loved animals, giving regularly to the Elephant Sanctuary. He adored children and sharing his knowledge of history, flying escapades, and “snakes and stuff” with his grand and great grandchildren.
Interment services will be attended by immediate family at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman (Seville) OH.
Loren will be memorialized in an Open House Celebration of Life for all friends and family on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at his daughter’s home from 12-6pm with “Shared Memories” commencing at 2pm.
The address for cards and the celebration is: 12180 Aldersyde Drive, Valley View OH 44125.
Raymond L. Silvestro
February 24, 1944 - September 16, 2019
Beloved husband of the late Charlene (Nee Horner); son of Raymond and Elsie (both deceased); brother of Barbara Bukas (Joseph , deceased); uncle of Victoria Papesh, Cheryl Hass (Toby), and Jeff; great uncle of Mike Bukas, Christopher Cronin (Maria), Taylor Hass, Amanda Papesh, Kara Whitson, and Nina Papesh; step-son of Nell Silvestro; great-great uncle and friend of many.
Family will receive friends on Friday, September 20, 2019 from 12- 1 pm at Vito-Nero Funeral Home (2 Blocks south of Rockside)
Joyce A. Hachadourian
October 17, 1951 - September 11, 2019
Joyce A. Hachadourian (nee Hodge) Beloved wife of the late Gary; Dearest sister of Jeffrey Hodge (Georgette); Loving aunt of Garrett, Grant, and Troy; Dear cousin and friend of many; Joyce was a member of the University of Michigan Alumni Association.
Service: Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blocks South of Rockside) where the family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 – 6 p.m.
The family suggests donation to The American Cancer Society 10501 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, OH 44106.
Betty Ann Titus
June 22, 1949 - August 26, 2019
Betty Ann Titus (nee Haida) Beloved wife of Mark; mother of Matthew, Luke (Michelle), Mark, John (Colleen), Sarah, Jeremiah (Kellie), Rebecca, and Jacob; grandmother of 5; daughter of Charles and Margaret (both deceased); sister of Charlotte (Bob) and Diane.
Services: Thursday, September 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Monica Church (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH).
The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blocks South of Rockside) on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.
Linda M. Merryman
December 20, 1953 - August 18, 2019
Linda M. Merryman (nee Racut) Beloved wife of Robert D. Merryman (deceased); mother of Joanne Blyler (Michael), Robert Racut, Benjamin Merryman (Brittney); grandmother of Anna, Michelle, Cody, Belinda, Paula, Jackie, and Benjamin Jr.; soon to be great-grandmother of Oliver; daughter of Edward and Bernice (both deceased); sister of Eddie Racut (deceased), Peter Racut (Yvonne), Kathleen Rodriguez (Phillip), Anne Bolt (Wayne), Jeanne Rodriguez, Valerie Racut, and Michael Racut (Nicole).
Service: Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at The Shrine Church of St. Stanislaus 3649 East 65th. Cleveland, OH 44105 (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH)
The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts, OH 44125 (2 blocks south of Rockside)
Duane P. Mohnasky
August 27, 1958 - July 23, 2019
Beloved husband of Christine (nee Gervasi); father of Johnny, Michael (Sydney), and Luke; brother of Paula Faubel (Craig) and Carey Fain (Jim); uncle of Patrick, Jenny, Mandy, and Brian. Duane enjoyed spending time outdoors watching the birds, but most of all he cherished spending time with his family.
Service: Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. at Bedford Church of the Nazarene 365 Center Rd. Bedford, OH 44146. The family will receive friends at the church from 10-12:00 p.m. Burial will take place at Bedford Cemetery.
Gloria Jean Karich
June 18, 1941 - July 13, 2019
Gloria Jean Karich (nee Smith), age 78, of Brooklyn Heights, OH, went to the Lord on Saturday, July 13, 2019 surrounded by her family and best friend. She is survived by her husband, John Karich; daughters Denise Bamber (Bill), Colleen Simon (Jerry West); step-daughter Holly Ponomarenko; grandchildren Ryan Allen, Kristen Bamber (Mike McTighe), Samantha and Alexandra Ponomarenko; great grandchildren Ella, Cason and Brogan McTighe; brothers Dennis Smith (Lovie), Raymond Smith (deceased); lifelong friend, Barb Bugara. Everyone who knew Gloria will miss her kindness, sense of humor and strength.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 4940 Broadview Rd., Cleveland, OH. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to either the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 6111 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 130, Independence, OH 44131 or Heartland Hospice Services, 4807 Rockside Rd., Suite 110, Independence, OH 44131.
Marilyn Janelle Guilfoyle
October 7, 1932 - July 15, 2019
Marilyn Janelle Guilfoyle (nee Adams) Beloved wife of Edmund (deceased); mother of Edmund (Shelley), Robert; grandmother of Brooke Kyle (Rick Greer), Katie, Daniel (Brooke), Jennifer Stack (Kevin); great grandmother of Layla Mae Stack; daughter of Henry and Methyl (both deceased); sister of Sue Foote (Earl), Joyce Adorni (Leonard) (both deceased); dearest companion of Dick Chapman.
Services: Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 11a.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. (2 Blks. South of Rockside) family will receive friends on Friday 4-7 p.m.