HUSTON, Patricia A.

January 26, 2016

Patricia A. HUSTON (nee Hughes), wife of the late James L., mother of Lisa Marie, Mary Frances Shaffer (Jeffrey), Dennis Patrick (Julie) and Brian James (Kristen). Grandmother of Sydney, Samantha, Peyton, Taylor, Kayla and Krissia. Sister of the late Mary Ellen Fisher of Fremont, OH; Edward Hughes of Chicago,IL and Eugene Hughes of Rockville, MD. Dear Aunt and friend to many. Long time member of St. Leo the Great Parish. 

Patricia was born in Toledo, OH, raised in Millersville and lived for over 50 years in the Greater Cleveland area. Patricia peacefully passed away on January 25, 2016, surrounded by her children, grandchildren and so many who loved her. Patricia will long be remembered for her generosity, grace and the twinkle in her Irish Eyes. She was a loving wife, dedicated mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Her family and friends will always remember the laughter and memories they created together. 
Visitation; Thursday, January 28th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at The Zabor Funeral Home- 5680 Pearl Road, Parma, OH 44129 (betw. Ridge & Snow). Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 29th at 10:00 am at St. Leo the Great Parish- 4940 Broadview Road, Cleveland, OH 44109. Interment immediately following at Holy Cross Cemetery in Brookpark, OH. 

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SESTAK, Jerome E.

January 25, 2016

JEROME E. SESTAK. Age 74. Beloved husband of the late Barbara A. (nee Miller). Loving father of Lorie, Susan, David, Christopher, and Nicholas (deceased). Dear grandfather of Amanda and Adam. Great grandfather of Derrik and James. Dear brother of John, and Laura Gravatt (Brent).

Funeral Mass Thursday, January 28th at St. Charles Borromeo at 11am. Interment Holy Cross. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 at Zabor Funeral Home 5680 Pearl Rd. Parma (between Ridge and Snow).

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DEDRICK, Robert I.

January 24, 2016

Robert I. DEDRICK, age 91. Passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 24. WW II US Army Vet and Purple Heart Recipient. Loving husband of the late Virginia (nee Santora). Beloved companion of Peggy Russell for the last 17 years. Dearest father of Mary Ann (deceased), Linda Krawczyk (Lenny, deceased), Christine Marcum, Bob (Terri), Edward, and the late Jenny Rallya (Tim). Dear grandfather and great grandfather. Robert’s family would like to thank the staff at Pleasantview Nursing Home for the loving care over the last 5 months.

FUNERAL SERVICE; WED. JAN. 27, 10:30 AM AT THE ZABOR FUNERAL HOME, 5680 PEARL RD. PARMA (BETW. RIDGE & SNOW). INTERMENT: WEST PARK CEMETERY. VISITATION: TUESDAY, 4-8 PM.

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DEGYANSKY, Eugene “Sonny”

January 22, 2016

Eugene “Sonny” Degyansky. Age 89. Passed away peacefully on January 22nd. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Peresta). Dear father of Martin L. (Janet), Carol J. Long (Warren), Daniel J. (Kathleen) and Matthew D. (Rheanna LaRoche). Beloved grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 14. Deepest gratitude to the staff of Seasons of Life Hospice. Blessed in marriage and health, fortunate and privileged to work with a multitude of students, mentors, parents and colleagues as a teacher, coach, counselor and administrator.

Memorial Service; Tuesday, January 26th, 11:00 am at St. James Lutheran 4771 Broadview Rd. Cleveland, OH 44109. Reception to follow. Visitation; Monday, 2-8 at The Zabor Funeral Home, 5680 Pearl Rd. Parma (between Ridge and Snow).

Sonny graduated from BW in 1949 and was inducted into the Alumni Athletic Association Hall of Fame in 1971.
The highlight of Eugene Degyansky’s athletic career was in 1949 when he was named B-W’s Outstanding Athlete and reveived the Cleveland Touchdown Club’s Football Player of the Year Award.  “Sonny” captained the basketball team and received All-Big Four, two years.
All-Ohio, and All-Big Four football awards earned him a chance with the New York Giants, but he later asked for his release to go into coaching.
Gene embarked upon a successful coaching career at West High School and always retained his philosophy in a time of offensive battles that “defense makes a good team.”  In eight years he led West High to three West Senate titles and in 1952 they won the championship.
In 1957, he became head coach at Lakewood High and his successes continued as the Rangers won four District Championships.  After being selected Cuyahoga County Coach of the Year in 1963, Gene retired from coaching.
He was a charter member of the B-W Lettermen’s Association and his numerous campus activities placed in Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges.
 He went on to be the coodinator of guidance at Lakewood High School and a member of the Lake Erie Association of Counselors and the Ohio Education Association.

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HABIG, Melba K.

January 22, 2016

Melba K. HABIG (nee Schoeppel) age 94. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur F. Dearest mother of Dale (Gail) and Leah Detwiler (David). Loving grandmother of Jason (Virginia), Richard (Cyndi), Bradley and Austin. Dear great grandmother of Justin, Calvin, Isabel and Nathaniel.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: MON. JAN. 25, 11:00 AM AT REGINA HEALTH CENTER, 5232 BROADVIEW RD. RICHFIELD, OH 44286. VISITATION PRIOR TO MASS FROM 10-11 AM. INTERMENT: HOLY CROSS CEMETERY, Private and family only please.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Sisters of the Incarnate Word, 6618 Pearl Rd. Parma Hts. 44130. To offer condolences visit www.ZaborFH.com

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HAGER, Carolyn E.

January 19, 2016

CAROLYN E. HAGER (nee Wolf). Age 76. Beloved wife of 31 years to Kenneth A. Loving mother of Jeanne Mohney, Laura Pruett (Nelson), Michael Hager (Gina), Brian Hager (Patty),Todd Hager (Amy) and the late Richard. Beloved grandmother of 11. Great grandmother of 2. Dear sister of Carl “Tom” Wolf, Sue Wolf, Mildred Wolf-Weiss and Roberta Lees. Dear aunt and friend to many.

Visitation: Thursday, January 21st 2-4 and 6-8 at Zabor Funeral Home 5680 Pearl Rd. Parma (between Ridge and Snow). Funeral Service; Friday, 10:30 am at the funeral home.

To offer condolences visit www.ZaborFH.com.

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OLSAVSKY, Joseph P.

January 18, 2016

JOSEPH P. OLSAVSKY. Age 84. Beloved husband of the late Alice C. (nee Dee). Loving father of Robert Olive (Mary Ann), and Terry Olive (Brenda). Dear grandfather of Dr. Jenny Olive (Dr. Greg Cunningham), Tressa Forish (Brian), Heather Curtiss (Jeff), Courtney Dekam (Joshua), Tristan Olive (Stacey) and Sarah Zigon (Alex). Great grandfather of 7. U.S. Army veteran.

Funeral Mass Thursday, January 21st at 11am at St. Charles Borromeo. Interment Holy Cross. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 at Zabor Funeral Home 5680 Pearl Rd. Parma (between Ridge and Snow).

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REIS, Herbert C.

January 15, 2016

REIS, Herbert C., age 95.  Beloved husband of the late Mildred (nee Duncan).  Dear father of Judy Diliberto (deceased).  Loving grandfather of April Ann Wojtkiewicz (Robert).  Dear great-grandfather of Zachary, Jacob and Ryan.  Loving brother of Gilbert Reis and the following deceased: Rose Kolish, Florence Lucas, Marie Obrie, Rita Stone, Agnes Janusczok, Catherine Dippong, Margaret Rossoll, Martin, Eleanore Ziegler, Lucille Ferrini, Dolores Szinger, Robert and Joseph.  Dear uncle and friend to many.  US Army WWII Veteran.  
VISITATION SUNDAY, JANUARY 17 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. AT THE ZABOR FUNERAL HOME, 5680 PEARL RD., PARMA (between Ridge and Snow).  FUNERAL SERVICE AT THE FUNERAL HOME MONDAY MORNING AT 10:30 a.m.  
To offer online condolences, please visit wwwZaborFH.com

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FLAISIG, Richard C.

January 15, 2016

FLAISIG, Richard C., age 88.  Passed away December 27, 2015 in Safety Harbor, FL.  Beloved husband of the late Virginia (nee McConnell).  Dearest father of Vanessa Wilks (Harry), Lisa Scullin (Don), Treva Egizii (Dan), and Richard (Dee).  Loving grandfather of Rachael, TJ, Michael, Brittani, Matthew, Brianna, Morgan and Ricky.  Dearest great-grandfather of Caleb and Luna.  

MEMORIAL VISITATION SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. WITH SERVICE TO FOLLOW AT 11:30 a.m. at THE ZABOR FUNERAL HOME, 5680 PEARL RD., PARMA (between Ridge and Snow).  

If desired, the family suggests contributions to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.   To offer online condolences, please visit www.ZaborFH.com      

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AHOLT, Frances L. “Penny”

January 12, 2016

Frances L. “Penny” AHOLT (nee Brady), age 89. Beloved wife of 70 years to Donald W. Sr. Dearest mother of Donald W. Jr., David (Margaret), Laurie, Romona Haluska (Gerard) and the late Patricia Walter. Loving grandmother of 8 and great grandmother of 10. Loving sister of Joann, Chuck, Jeannie, Mickey, John, Linda and the late Junior.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: THURSDAY, JAN. 14, 10:00 AM at St. THOMAS MORE CHURCH. Interment: Brooklyn Heights Cemetery. VISITATION: WEDNESDAY, 4-8 PM AT THE ZABOR FUNERAL HOME, 5680 PEARL RD. PARMA (betw. Snow & Ridge).

Donations may be made to Cleveland Animal Protective League. To offer condolences visitwww.ZaborFH.com

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