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John F. Szatala
John F. Szatala, 84 of Lorain died Sunday, March 23, 2008 peacefully while
in the company of his family at the New Life Hospice Center of St. Joseph
following a long illness.
Mr. Szatala was born in Cleveland, Ohio on April 28, 1923, the son of
the late Mary (nee Poruban) Szatala. He has lived in the Lorain area for
more than 50 years. He received his honorary high school diploma from Lorain
Admiral King High School in 2002, following a gubernatorial decree by former
Governor Robert Taft, honoring servicemen that were unable to complete their
education due to military commitments.
He was a US Navy veteran serving during WW II. He was a retired
mechanic repairman at Ohio Edison in Elyria. He had also worked at several
area auto dealerships and was an excellent diagnostician.
Mr. Szatala was a member of Hungarian Reformed Church Lorain, He also
attended the former Delaware Avenue United Methodist Church.
He was a member of the Ely Lodge # 424, F & AM in Vermilion, Scottish
Rite Valley Of Cleveland, Al Koran Shrine, Hillbilly Lodge and was past
master of the former Charleston Lodge # 702 and a member of the Queen City
Chapter of Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 66. He was also a member of the
Golden Crescent High 12, VFW # 1079 in Elyria, IAW Post 1, a former cub
scout master and Indian Guide, an accomplished Ballroom Dancer, member of
Columbia Ballroom and a former member of the Knights of Pythias.
He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, camping, fishing,
golf, and sports.
Mr. Szatala is survived by his sons Glenn A (Christina) Szatala of
Huron, Kevin J (Sharon) Szatala of Lorain, daughter Cathy L (Ross)
Szatala-Cuffari of Lorain, grandchildren Ashley E. Szatala, Cameron P.
Szatala, Danielle C. Szatala, Brittany N. Szatala, Jeremy J. Szatala,
Matthew R. Cuffari, a sister Irene P. Kissi of Lakeland, FL, a
daughter-in-law Diane M. Szatala, several cousins, nieces, nephews, grand
nieces and grand nephews.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn
H. (nee Tompos) Szatala, and a son Darryl J Szatala in 2007, a sister
Mary "Yo" Yolanda Buhl.
Friends may call Wednesday, March 26, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 in the
Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street,
Lorain. His Masonic Lodge will provide a memorial service at 7:30 PM.
Funeral Services will be on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the
funeral home with Rev. Peter L. Toth, pastor, officiating.
Burial will be in the Ridge Hill Memorial Park Cemetery Amherst
Township with full military honors provided by a joint honor guard provided
by the American Legion Post 30 and the Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 451.
The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to the
Hungarian Reformed Church, 1691 E. 31st Street, Lorain, Ohio 44055, or the
musical activities program at Kinston of Vermilion, 4210 Telegraph Lane,
Vermilion, Ohio 44089 or New Life Hospice, c/o Community Health Partners
Foundation, 3700 Kolbe Road, Lorain, Ohio 44053.
CONDOLENCES
From: Brenda Randleman
Relation: Friend
Dear Kevin & Sharon,
Just wanted to let you know that you all are in my prayers.
God Bless You.
Love,
Brenda Randleman
98 E. Vine St.
Oberlin,Oh.44074
barnone54@hotmail.com
From: Kingston of Vermillion
Relation: Friend
To Cathy and John,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ross and your son. If you ever needs
something please don't hesitate to ask. We will miss you.
Love us,
Kristen and Valerie
From: Nola Skiles
Relation: Friend
Cathy and Family,
Thank you for the opportunity to know and care for your father,as I have
said many times he was so darn cute! He will be missed by all of us on 200
hall at kov. My heart goes out to all of you at this time. May God watch
over you and help you through this difficult time.
Nola Skiles
From: Diane Buchanan-Cotrufo
Relation: Friend
My deepest sympathy to all of you. It's been a rough year for your family.
I'm certain John, Evelyn and Darryl are together again and looking down on
you with love.
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