Carol M. Ozello
October 20, 1937 - December 29, 2023
Carol Marie Ozello (nee Drap), age 86, passed away suddenly on December 29, 2023. Beloved wife of Jim for 65 years. Loving mother of Jim, Thomas (Kathleen), Carol (Bill), Agnes, and Wally (Kate). Loving grandmother of Anderson, Thomas, Hudson, Jackson, Anna, Rachel, Sara (Brian), Kellie, Meaghan, John, Hannah and Sam and cherished great-grandmother of Lylah and Michael.
Carol was a sweet, kind and loving person who always had a huge plate of food for every visitor to her house. She always thought of everyone else first and herself last.
Family will welcome visitors for a showing on Friday, January 5, from 4-7pm at the Vito-Nero Funeral Home, 6130 Turney Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44125. Family and friends are welcome to a service on Saturday, January 6, at 10am at the Vito-Nero Funeral Home.
Jack Adams
Jack Adams age 88, of Willoughby passed away on November 30, 2023. Cherished father of Cynthia Kurian (Darryl), and Debra Fawcett (Kevin Swan). Loving Grandfather of Joshua Skolmowski (Jessie), Brenda Cain, Jamie Heikell, Jake Fawcett (Satomi), Emily Bartholomai (Donald), and Ryan Fawcett. Beloved Great Grandfather of Erin & Aidan Cain, Eliana Skolmowski, Gunther Borris, Remington & Oakley Bartholomai, Ethon & Nora Scott, Kennedy Znidarscic, and Mia Fawcett.
Jack grew up in the Ozarks of Missouri in a family of farmers and sharecroppers. It was there where he hunted and trapped with his grandfather and developed a love of nature and the outdoors. His family moved to California when he was a teenager. There he married and started a family. As a father he enjoyed family activities such as biking, skating and yard games with neighborhood families and friends. In mid-life he spent a lot of time in the San Gabriel mountains of California, hiking and panning for gold. After retirement he joined his daughters in Ohio and took up painting and photography, his favorite subjects being animals and landscapes. Jack went into nursing care some time ago due to developing dementia. He always had a good sense of humor and was loved by the nurses, caregivers, and other residents of his nursing home. He will be missed by all.
The family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Jack at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Monday December 11, 2023 from 4:00P.M.-5:00P.M.
Audrey Jean Gusky
January 24, 1937 - November 8, 2023
Audrey Jean Gusky, (nee Soboslay) age 86 of Maple Hts., passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023. Audrey is the beloved wife of 65 years to Edmund; Loving mother of Mark (Bianca), Lynne (Joe) Morrison and Richard (Linda); grandmother of Martine (Ray), Janet (Taron), Laura, Gabrielle (Griffin) and Sophia; great-grandmother of Phoenix, Joshua and David; daughter of the late Ray and Anne Soboslay; sister of Patricia (deceased), Carol (deceased), Noreen, Cheryl (deceased) and Gerard; sister-in-law of Lawrence and Carole Jean (both deceased) aunt, great-aunt and friend of many.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Vito-Nero Funeral Home, 6130 Turney Road, Garfield Hts.
Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 10:00 am at St Monica Church, 13623 Rockside Road in Garfield Hts. (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH)
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her name to St Monica Church.
Michael A Tritola
September 10, 1951 - November 7, 2023
Dearly beloved son of Mary R. (nee Ferraro) and Anthony Tritola (both deceased); Dearest nephew of Antoinette and Stanley Priebe, Margaret and Joseph Chiella (all deceased); Dearest Godfather of Dennis Joseph Dlugo and Cynthia Ann Dlugo.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name Church 8328 Broadway Avenue Cleveland, OH 44105 (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125 on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
The family suggests donations to the Cleveland APL 1729 Willey Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113 or the Cleveland Kennel 9203 Detroit Avenue Cleveland, OH 44102
Kathleen Perry Edley
Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kathleen Perry Edley was born 9/27/46 to Elder Al & Lucinda Perry. She was the second of six girls. (Her parents, sister Seresa & granddaughter Shayna proceeded her in death). Kathleen graduated from John Adams High School in 1965. She served in the US Coast Guard both active and civilian and attained over 30 years. She leaves to cherish her legacy: her children: Leisa, Wanda (Everette), William Jr. (“Chip”), sisters: Neisha, Lillie, AlFretta (Edgar), Slimmarie: 9 grandchildren: 12 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 22, 2023, from 3-6 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Elizabeth Baptist Church 6114 Francis Avenue Cleveland, OH 44127. The family will receive friends at the church from 9:27 a.m. until the time of the service.
Burial with Military Honors will take place at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Doris B Lucak
December 1, 1932 - September 22, 2023
Doris Barbara Lucak (nee Kulwicki), age 90, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023. Beloved wife of the late John; dearest mother of Douglas (deceased), Jeffery (Linda), and Denise Rubaai (Ahmed); loving grandmother of Elizabeth, Alexandra, Zach, Noah, and Alex; caring daughter of the late Walter and Mary Kulwicki; trusted sister of Thomas Kulwicki (Alice) and Christine Bocian (Bernard). Aunt, cousin, and friend of many. Doris will always be remembered for her strong faith, loving and giving spirit, and passion for baking/cooking. Her baked kolaczki was a requested favorite by many family and friends. Her family life was the center of her attention. She treasured her time with her grandchildren and loved being their “busia”. Doris’ memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.
Funeral mass: Friday, October 6, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church 14600 Turney Rd. Maple Hts., OH 44137 where the family will receive friends 1 hr. prior to mass.
Interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery 26700 Aurora Rd. Bedford, OH.
The family asks for any donations to go to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Louise Elizabeth Czuchaj
October 3, 1954 - September 25, 2023
Louise Elizabeth Czuchaj, of Maple Heights OH, Age 68, passed away on September 25, 2023. Beloved Wife of Timothy Czuchaj Sr.; Mother of Sheryl (Eric), Kimberly (Tim), Tim Jr. (Joanna), Mathew (Melisa) and Michael; Grandmother of Taylor, Elizabeth, Aubrey, Justin, Adian, and Jessica. Louise lost her life battling an infection for a year. She grew up in Warren Michigan and graduated from East Detroit High School, where she met and married her sweetheart for fifty-four years! She also attended Macomb Community College and acquired an Associate Degree in Medical Transcription. All her life Louise has been a blessing to everyone. She spent her whole life living for her family. She will always be remembered in our thoughts, prayers!
Joseph Thomas Nagle
Beloved husband of the late Otomie (nee Caswell); father of Daniel, Dennis (Rita), David (Robin), Michele Ebsch (Robert), Cynthia Zoll (Kenneth Rickey, deceased) (Michael), Jeffrey (deceased) (Barb), Richard (deceased) (Jacky) and Thomas (Jamie); grandfather of Leslie (Doug), Stacey (Kenneth), Kati (Michael), Nora (Michael), Dennis (Danette), Gregory (Bonnie), Tod (Allyson), Sarah (Jason), Nicole, Patrick, Eileen (Evan), Jennifer (Robert), Matt, Josh (Gina), Brad (Ali), Joseph (Stephanie), Ashley, Peyton, and Braden; great grandfather of 33; great-great grandfather of 9. Joseph was an awesome father. He enjoyed wood carving, gardening, telling stories, being the family historian, and traveling the world. A graduate of Penn State, he was employed by FIA and served in the US Airforce, where he was training to become a pilot.
Services will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Road Garfield Hts., OH
The family will receive friends on Friday from 4-7 p.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH
Alfred W. Keller Jr. "Bill"
February 19, 1958 - June 14, 2023
Alfred W. Keller, Jr. “Bill” age 65. Passed away peacefully June 14, 2023. Beloved father of Karlie Keller (Chris). Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred (Bill) Keller Sr., Marianne (Meg) Keller (nee Harwood) and his brother, Michael Keller. Loving brother of Beth Turk, Anne (Mark) Cozzins, Amy (Tim) Rosenbaum. Loving life partner of Jennifer Ogilvie. Dear uncle, cousin, nephew and friend of many.
Memorial service will be held Friday, July 28, 2023, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anselm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland OH 44026.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bill’s name can be made to any of the following:
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: www.stjude.org
Tunnels to Towers: www.t21.org
The Humane Society: www.secured.humanesociety.org/memorials
Michael Andrew Paul
October 20, 1974 - June 24, 2023
Michael Paul, 48, of Berea, OH, passed away on June 24, 2023. He was born on October 20, 1974. Michael was a union meat cutter and a dedicated stay-at-home dad. He attended Garfield Heights High School. Michael was a member of the Greater Cleveland Umpire Association and enjoyed umpiring in his free time. He will be remembered for his love of baseball. Michael is survived by his former wife Samantha, his daughter Sarah, son John, parents Michael and Penny Paul, brother Matthew (Elizabeth) Paul, niece Kinsley Paul, grandmother Norma Paul, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Andrew Paul, and George and Bernie Smith.
A funeral mass will be held on Monday, July 3, at 11am at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 14600 Turney Road, Maple Heights. The family will receive visitors at the church from 10:00-11am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Martin of Tours Cloak Fund.