Obituaries
Leona B Kowardy
Jan 5, 1935 - May 29, 2023
Leona B. Kowardy "Lee", (nee Kozicki), age 88, beloved wife for 66 years of Frank J. (deceased), loving mother of David Kowardy (Kerri), Michael Kowardy (Patricia), Theresa Clemente (Joe) (both deceased), Valorie Capretta (Tim) and Francis Joseph Kowardy Jr. (Lisa), devoted grandmother of Kristie Warren (Eric), Joseph, Anthony, Nichole, Nicholas, Joey (Gabriella), Matthew, McKenzie and…
Carl J Di Franco, DPM
Apr 28, 1935 - May 25, 2023
Carl J. Di Franco, DPM, age 88, beloved husband for 55 years of Nancy (née Graham), loving father of Carla Di Franco (husband Jeffrey Packer), Brian Di Franco (wife Anita Marfo-Di Franco), and stepfather of Joseph Graham (wife Melly). Loving son of Serafino and Maria (née Frabotta) Di Franco (both deceased), dearest brother of Robert…
Fortunata Musachio
Jan 27, 1933 - May 24, 2023
Fortunata Francesca Antonia Musachio, fondly known as Tina, transitioned on May 24, 2023. She spent her teenage and adult life being a caregiver. First, Tina cared for her mother who obtained a head wound during the Second World War. Then she took care of her nephew whose mother had to work. Finally, Tina devoted the…
Joel C Botker
Feb 19, 1937 - May 12, 2023
Cynthia Ann Botker and Venetia Blaise Botker, our daughter, are saddened to announce the passing of Joel Clifford Botker, my husband of almost 62 years of marriage. JOEL CLIFFORD BOTKER, CONCORD TOWNSHIP, OH passed away at 2:30AM on May 12, 2023. Joel was born to the late Raymond Botker and Margaret Botker of Highland Park,…
Gino Puletti
Jun 4, 1940 - May 11, 2023
GINO PULETTI, age 82 Beloved husband of Philomena (nee Patete). Loving father of Vince (Kelly), Carla Reda (Vince) and Tom (Julie). Devoted Nono of Angelo and Giani Corrao, Alexis, Graziella, Julietta, Maddie, Katie, Tommy and Joey Puletti and Taylor and Madison Kedzie. Cherished son of Vincenzo and Genovina Puletti (both deceased). Dearest brother of Silvana…
Carmela Vittoria Manocchio
Apr 21, 1949 - May 3, 2023
Carmela Vittoria Manocchio, age 74, cherished mother of Rounette Roberto and Francesca Bihari, grandma of Joseph Roberto (Bryanna), Marisa Matic (Luka), Hayley Craven and Franklin Bihari, great grandma of Brantley Roberto, loving daughter of Anna Mitri and the late Celestino Manocchio, dear sister of Angelo Manocchio (Linda), loving aunt and great aunt of many. Private…
Tullio Tuiach
Aug 7, 1926 - May 2, 2023
Tullio Tuiach, age 96, beloved husband for 67 years of Ines (deceased), loving father of Fabio (wife Tonya, deceased), devoted grandfather of Jonathan, life-long friend and cousin of Lida Urbaz. Also survived by nephews, nieces and cousins in Italy and the US. Family and Friends are invited to gather for Mass of Christian Burial 11…
Nicholas R. Tullio
Jul 22, 1944 - May 1, 2023
Nicholas R. Tullio, Jr. died peacefully with his dedicated and loving wife of nearly 29 years, Noreen Paradise at his side. Nick leaves behind his beloved son Marcus Tullio (Jessica) and his pride and joy, grandchildren Isla, Dominic, Syliva and George; daughter Lesley and grandchildren Kailey and Jordan. Nick is survived by his sister Janet…
Dominic L. Vitale
Sep 10, 1939 - May 1, 2023
DOMINIC L. VITALE, age 83 Beloved husband for 52 years of Diana (nee Zuzek). Loving father of Deanna Vitale, Dominic Vitale (Carrie) and David Vitale. Devoted "Papa" of Giana and Dominic Massimo. Cherished son of the late Dominic N. and Mary Vitale. Dearest cousin of John Vitale (deceased) (Francine), Sandra Jaycic and Robert Gaudio (Tomi).…
Gunta Douglas
Jul 10, 1933 - Apr 30, 2023
GUNTA DOUGLAS (nee Circkelis) passed away on April 30, 2023 at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife for 48 years of Andrejs; dear mother of Julie Locke; daughter of the late Teofils and Fanija Circkelis; sister of the late Andris Circkelis (Adele); sister-in-law of Anna Kruza (Voldemars), Tabita Usis (Valdis) and brother-in-laws,…