St. John Funeral Home, Bedford, OH (2026)

01/14/2026

Lynn Lavezzi

LYNN LAVEZZI (nee CARRIER), age 77, of Bedford, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, neighbor, and friend, passed away at home on January 10.

Lynn was the devoted wife of William; loving mother of Heather (Douglas) Gansler, Noël Lavezzi and Robert (Elizabeth) Lavezzi; adoring grandmother of Drake Gansler, Fox Gansler, Navy Gansler, and Callan Lavezzi; and dear sister of Sheila Leet (John, deceased), William D. Carrier (Judy, deceased), the late Neil P. Carrier (Cathy), and Elizabeth O’Hare (Kenneth). She was preceded in death by her parents, William K. Carrier and Elvi M. Roos.

A 1966 graduate of Regina High School, Lynn served for several years as the secretary of several academic departments at John Carroll University. After settling in to a career as a mother and household manager, Lynn’s interests were eclectic and wide-ranging.

Family and friends admired Lynn for her hospitality and culinary skills. Renowned for her gatherings, Lynn was the life of the party, regularly hosting parties, barbeques, holidays, and special events. She enjoyed home renovation and remodeling. Lynn had a passion for gardening and being outdoors, taking great pride in her yard, which visitors and passersby regularly identified by the oversized hibiscus flowers she nurtured. She was a prolific correspondent, seldom missing a special occasion or an opportunity to acknowledge special milestones for others. She curated lifelong friendships, maintaining thoughtful connections with a network of friends and family.

Lynn devoted her life to service and support of her family: her proudest accomplishment was being Grammy to Drake, Fox, Navy, and most recently, Callan, all of whom brought her great joy during her final years.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Church of the Resurrection, the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, or an animal shelter of your choice.

Friends and family will be received at St. JOHN FUNERAL HOME, 923 BROADWAY AVE, BEDFORD (ONE MILE WEST OF THE BROADWAY-FORBES EXIT I 271) ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19 FROM 4 – 7 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 20 at 11 A.M. at Church of the Resurrection, 32001 Cannon Rd., Solon (Everyone Please Meet at Church). Burial All Saints Cemetery.

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01/13/2026

Herman F. Bohinc

HERMAN F. BOHINC, age 85, of Chagrin Falls, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. Beloved husband of 63 years to Eileen (nee Martin); loving father of Michael, Gary (Lara) and Laura (Val Voelker); cherished son of the late Stanley and Christine(nee Striha); dearest brother of John (Joan) (both deceased), Stan (Darlene) (both deceased) and Jean (Larry) Stark; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews and dear friend to many. Herman was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and graduated from St. Joseph High School. He then went on to have an over 65 year career in the plumbing profession as a business owner of Norhio Plumbing Inc. When Herman wasn’t working in his business or working to improve the plumbing industry through teaching and his volunteer work, he loved being outside working in his yard and garden. He especially loved growing roses. Family and friends are welcome to St. John Funeral Home, 16381 Chillicothe Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 on Friday, January 16 from 4 P.M. – 7 P.M. followed by a service on Saturday, January 17 at 10 A.M. at the funeral home. Interment at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

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01/11/2026

Kamila Kelley

Kamila Kelley, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Ohio, was born and raised in the city she loved and peacefully departed this life surrounded by the legacy of faith, family, and community.

Kamila was an only child, born to Lateefah Hakeem (affectionately known as “Dicey Shaw”), who preceded her in death. Grandfather was Abdul Hakeem, and grandmother was Amtul Hafeez (Annie Shaw). She was also preceded in death by many beloved relatives, including uncles Wally Shaw and Buddy Shaw, aunt Beddie, and aunt Callie Wilson.

Kamila was formerly married to James W. Kelley and later remarried to George Irwin (Ali Jameel). From these unions, she was blessed with four children. She was preceded in death by three children: Jameel Kelley, Abdur Rahim Kelley, and Aaqila Jameel Kelley. She leaves behind her son Abdur Rahman Kelley and his wife, Juanita Kelley.

She was a proud and loving grandmother to Janika Garner-Davis, DeAwnna Pretlow, Abdur Rahim Jackson “Hank,” Quartese Jackson-Lovelace, Sirraya Kelley, Anthony Jackson, Naji H. Kelley, Khadija Kelley, and Aliyya Johnson. She was also blessed with honorary grandchildren Stephen Bagley, Janise Hines, and Anthony Hines Jr., as well as a host of great-grandchildren and even great-great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy.

Kamila is also survived by first cousins Raffia Billups, Ora Shaw, and the late Delores Adams; nephew Joseph Billups; niece Andrea Delores Billups; and late nephew David Wayne Billups, along with many extended family members and loved ones.

A woman of deep faith, Kamila was a devoted and active member of the Cleveland Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, where she was honored as the eldest member and respected for wisdom, dignity, and steadfast devotion.

She attended John Hay High School and later Finn College. Kamila worked diligently throughout her life, holding positions at the VA Hospital, the Oliver Printing Company, and for former Cleveland Councilman Carl Stokes. She concluded her professional career with the United States Postal Service, from which she retired in 2005.

Kamila found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved shopping and treasured time spent with children, especially the cherished Sunday tradition of roller skating together at the Blue Goose. These moments reflected her commitment to family, togetherness, and creating lasting memories.

Kamila Kelley will be remembered as a strong matriarch, a woman of faith, resilience, and love, whose influence will continue through the many generations she nurtured and inspired. Her life was a testament to perseverance, devotion, and community, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Guests are welcome to St. John Funeral Home, 923 Broadway Ave, Bedford, OH 44146 on Monday, January 12 from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 13 at the funeral home at 11 A.M. Guests may arrive at 10:30 A.M. before the start of the 11 A.M. service. Burial to follow at Bedford Cemetery. Family will receive everyone for a Repass after the burial at St. Agnes Our Lady of Fatima, 6800 Lexington Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105 in memory of Kamila.

Sura Fatihah

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

All praise belongs to Allah alone,

Lord of all the worlds,

The Gracious, the Merciful,

Master of the Day of Judgement.

Thee alone do we worship

and Thee alone do we implore for help.

Guide us in the straight path,

The path of those on whom Thou

hast bestowed Thy favours,

Those who who have not incurred Thy displeasure

And those who have not gone astray.

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Alaihi Rajioon

Surely we belong to Allah and to Him shall we return.

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01/06/2026

John C. Vargo

John Vargo, age 72, of Bainbridge Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on January 1, 2026.

John was born on June 15, 1953, to Joseph and Ida Vargo. He grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from Benedictine High School in 1971. He proudly served in the Ohio Army National Guard and went on to graduate from Cleveland State University in 1977. John married Mary Ann in July of 1976, and together they raised two daughters.

John found great joy behind the camera, capturing meaningful moments through photography and preserving them through his love of framing. He also enjoyed golfing, bowling, listening to music, watching his favorite movie, Top Gun, and spending time with his beloved wife, daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren.

A lifelong Cleveland sports fan, John was especially passionate about the Cleveland Browns and the Cleveland Indians. Win or lose, he remained unwavering in his loyalty and support.

John is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; his daughters, Jennifer Balish (Eric) and Melissa Forsey (Ryan); and his cherished grandchildren, Luke and Charlotte Forsey.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday January 19, 2026 at 11am at the Church of the Holy Angels, 18205 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township Ohio, 44023, preceded by Visitation at the church from 10-11am. After the Mass a procession will take John to his final resting place at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon, Ohio.

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01/06/2026

Corinne L. Slifka

CORINNE L. SLIFKA (nee Mueller), age 87, of Walton Hills, Ohio, formerly of Cleveland, OH passed away peacefully at a nursing home in Chagrin Falls on January 3, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Slifka; loving mother of James (Kathy Cruz), Stephen, and David (Mary); dearest grandmother of Jonathan, Robert, Stephanie (Alex) Barto, Elizabeth, and Maxum(Ashley); dear great grandmother of Allison, Lilianne, Sebastian, and Willabelle; sister of Mary Mueller; mother-in-law of the late Diane (nee Russell). A service will be held on Wednesday, January 14 at 11 A.M. at the Lutheran Church of The Master, 860 Northfield Rd., Bedford, OH 44146. Private burial at West Park Cemetery, Cleveland, OH.

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01/05/2026

Kari A. Prusha

KARI ANN PRUSHA, age 58 of Bedford, OH passed away on January 3, 2026. Beloved companion of Chris Mika; cherished daughter of the late Gerald J. Prusha and the late Dorothy L. (nee Dault) Prusha; loving sister of Jerry (Laura) Prusha; dearest aunt of Allie (Dylan) and Sydney Prusha; dear caretaker and housemate to her late dog, Morgan. Kari was a clerk at the Bedford Municipal Court for 18 years. She also worked part-time in customer service at BMV in Northfield for 30 years. Kari enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping, and arts and crafts. She was a dear friend and extended family member to many. Friends and family are welcome to ST. JOHN FUNERAL HOME, 923 BROADWAY AVE, BEDFORD, THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 FROM 3 P.M. – 7 P.M. followed by a service on Friday, January 9 at 10 A.M. at the funeral home. Burial at All Saints Cemetery, Northfield, OH.

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01/05/2026

Jean C DeZort

Jean C DeZort (nee Cross) 92, passed away January 1st 2026. Beloved wife of 71 years to Gene DeZort (deceased). Loving mother of Michael DeZort (Diann), Paul DeZort (Lori) and Laura Iannaggi (Joe). Sister of Donald Cross (deceased), grandmother of Heidi, Jennifer, Jeffrey, Michael and Nicholas. Great grandmother of 12. Mom was a lover of all animals, especially her numerous cats. Friends and family are welcome to St. John Funeral Home, 923 Broadway Ave, Bedford, OH 44146 on Thursday, January 8 for a funeral service at 10 A.M. Entombment to follow at Crown Hill Cemetery.

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01/03/2026

Aldo Gargiulo

ALDO GARGIULO, age 100, of Aurora passed away on December 26, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Frances (nee DeMarco); loving father of Maryellen (Philip) Kennedy, Mark Gargiulo (Jason Miller), Chris Gargiulo (Brian Smith) and the late Anthony Gargiulo; cherished brother of the late Marie Lubecky; dearest grandfather of Amanda Gargiulo, Stacia Fields, Ryan Kennedy, Elizabeth Baker, Matthew Gargiulo, and Joshua Gargiulo. Aldo was born and raised in Collinwood, Ohio. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII on Okinawa Island in the Asiatic Pacific Theater. Aldo married Frances and together they raised 4 children. Aldo was a baker by trade and owned DeMarco Bakery in Collinwood for many years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener. He loved to socialize with his many friends. Cremation. Friends and family are welcome to St. John Funeral Home, 16381 Chillicothe Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 on Saturday, January 17 from 4 P.M. – 6 P.M. with a closing service at 6 P.M. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Judson Foundation, 2181 Ambleside Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106 in memory of Aldo.

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12/31/2025

Gloria V. Modliszewski

Gloria Victoria Modliszewski, age 83, passed peacefully from this life on the morning of December 24, 2025. Born in Garfield Heights on July 12, 1942, to Stephen and Frances (nee Perka) Cichocki, Gloria graduated from Garfield Heights High School and spent two years at Alliance College before working as a bank teller. In 1967, she married Francis Modliszewski, whom she had met at a cousin’s wedding. They settled down in the Chagrin Falls area, where they raised their four kids, and where they eventually helped care for many of their grandchildren. After splitting their time between Chagrin and Port Clinton for many years, Gloria and Frank moved to the Port Clinton–Marblehead area full-time in 2011, moving back to the Chagrin area in early 2025. Gloria was a loving “Busha” who proudly shared Polish traditions with her kids and grandkids, teaching them to dance the polka, sing “Sto Lat” at birthdays, and make pierogies for the family’s annual Wigilia celebration. She loved thrifting before it was cool, finding treasures at Goodwill and other favorite stores. Her grandkids remember Gloria and Frank’s Port Clinton house as the “fun house.” Gloria cared for her aging parents and in-laws, as well as her sister-in-law, and took in anyone who needed a place to stay, whether for a night, months, or years; nobody was a stranger at Gloria and Frank’s table. Gloria enjoyed spending time with family and friends, singing, gardening, baking, and sewing. She will be missed by many.

Gloria is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Frank; her daughters, Brenda (Paul Azzolina) Modliszewski, Stephanie (James) Ewell, Madaline (Chuck) Avis, and daughter-in-law Jodie (Chris Koshar) Modliszewski; and her grandchildren Emily, Ben, Nick, Michael, and Sophia Modliszewski and Aidyn Koshar; Shep Azzolina; Joey and SadieMae Ewell; and Tori and Kyle Avis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her parents-in-law, Raymond and Pauline (nee Kolik) Modliszewski; her brother, Greg Cichocki, husband of Camela Cichocki; her sister-in-law, Marie Modliszewski; and her son, Kevin.

Family and friends will be received at St. John Funeral Home,16381 Chillicothe Rd., Bainbridge Twp., OH, on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joan of Arc Church (where Gloria was a longtime parishioner), 496 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH 44022, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10 A.M. followed by interment at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gloria’s memory to Arden Courts of Chagrin Falls or Compassionate Care Hospice.

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12/30/2025

June Ann Washko

June Ann Washko (nee Connors), age 95, of Hudson, OH, preceded in death in 2020 by her beloved husband of 64 years, Frank; loving mother of Jim (Margaret), Mary Kay (Shari), Jeanne (Victor) Fox, Bob (Paulette), Tom (Rita); dearest grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 3; sister of Janet Lennon, Carol Pero (deceased), Patricia Ridel, Daniel Connors; sister-in-law of Jane Young; and Aunt to many nieces and nephews; preceded in death by parents Robert and Margaret Connors, passed away on December 28th. June was born in Kent, OH, and graduated from Kent State University with a BA in Speech and English. She worked at WHK radio and a Cleveland advertising agency before meeting her husband at St. Wenceslaus Church (Maple Heights) Young People’s Group. June was a stay-at-home mom and very involved with St. Mary’s Church in Bedford as a member of the choir, the PTO, and the Ladies Guild. She and Frank later became involved in the choir at St. Mary’s in Hudson as well as the Lifelong Adult Ministry group. Relatives and friends are invited to MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 11 A.M. at ST. MARY CHURCH, 340 N. MAIN ST., HUDSON. Burial to follow at MARKILLIE CEMETERY, 410 N. MAIN ST, HUDSON. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary Church in Hudson’s Feed My Sheep Ministry.

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12/24/2025

James A. Savarino

James A. Savarino, age 76, passed away on December 24, 2025. He was a long-time resident of Macedonia, Ohio and worked as an electrician. Jim enjoyed boating, bicycling, going to the gym, and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents James and Mayme Savarino; and his brother John Savarino. Jim is survived by his brother Gerald “Jerry” Savarino; his nephew James Savarino and niece Jeannette Savarino.

Family and friends are welcome at St. John Funeral Home, 923 Broadway Avenue, Bedford OH 44146 on Saturday January 3, 3026 from 10am-12 Noon, where Funeral Service will be held at 12 Noon. Burial to follow at All Saints Cemetery, Northfield OH.

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12/21/2025

Jack L. Fleming

Jack L. Fleming, age 78, passed away on December 20th, 2025. He was a long-time resident of Northfield, Ohio and worked for Ford Motor Company for 40 years. Jack enjoyed hunting, the outdoors, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Catherine; children Cammy Belbin (Shawn), Jack Fleming Jr. (Eun Hyong), Conni Fleming, Kelly Fleming, Kara Cross (Troy), and Donavan Redington; siblings Timothy Fleming, Amanda Adomaites, and Debra Sorenson; 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; and many loving cousins.

Family and friends are welcome on Monday December 29, 2025 from 11am-1pm at St. John Funeral Home, 923 Broadway Avenue, Bedford Ohio 44146, where Funeral Service will be held at 1pm.

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