BORN

1932

DIED

2014

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Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home

12524 Chillicothe Road

Chesterland, Ohio

JOAN DURKALSKI Obituary

DURKALSKI JOAN DURKALSKI (nee Thompson), age 82, went home to be with our lord Jesus Christ on July 23, 2014, for there is no salvation except in Christ alone, and his shed blood on the cross, for those that believe. Born February 2, 1932 in Mesopotamia, she has resided in Chesterland for the past 37 years. Joan was a secretary for Truline Industries, and loved traveling and hiking. Beloved wife of 64 years of Frank; loving mother of Court (Amy) and the late Dean; devoted grandmother of Trevor and Aaron Durkalski; dear sister of Mildred (Lloyd) Kellogg, Hazel Pollitt, Alice Davis, Tommy (Dottie) Thompson, and the late Kathy and Jim; devoted daughter of her deceased parents; and dear friend of all at Chester Christian Center, and devoted servant of the Lord. Friends may call at GATTOZZI AND SON FUNERAL HOME, 12524 CHILLICOTHE RD. (RT. 306, N. OF MAYFIELD RD.) CHESTERLAND ON WEDNESDAY 1-4 & 6-8 PM. A Celebration of Joan's life will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, July 31, 2014 at Chester Christian Center, 11815 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland. Interment in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens. The family asks that no flowers be sent. Memorial contributions in Joan's name may be made to Teen Challenge, 3032 Perry Park Rd., Perry, OH 44081. Online tributes and condolences at: www.gattozziandson.com

Published by Cleveland.com from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2014.
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Court,
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless,
Sue Palliser

July 30, 2014

"Dear Durkalski family: May God's peace be your strength, and may the hope we have in Jesus be your comfort! We have been blessed again and again and again by the Durkalski family's friendship to Teen Challenge. We love you and thank God for you! Joan will be missed and her memory cherished." -- Murray & Karla Brown and your friends at Teen Challenge of Greater Cleveland, Perry, Ohio.

Murray & Karla Brown

July 29, 2014

Dear Frank, I am are very sorry to hear of Joans passing. But not for her because she is with her Lord and with Dean. Joan was a grand and gracious lady that touched my life along with many others. May God give you all the peace and strength that you are going to need in the coming days. I Love you Frank.

Paula Gauntner

July 28, 2014

Dear Court,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Your mom was always so honest and funny! She always made me laugh and and held a special place in my heart. Your entire family does. I think of you and your family often and am sorry we haven't had better contact over the years. Life is funny that way - people in and out of your life but leave tracks of memories. May God hold your entire family in the palm of his hand and help you find peace. You are in my prayers...

carol sadar maruszak

July 28, 2014

I know Joan is with our Lord. I only pray that He is with you too Frank. I'm sure He is. God bless you and your family during these trying times. Joan was the closest thing to a mother I had since I lost my own. You'll remain in my prayers.

Don Tanski

July 28, 2014

Dear Frank and Family,
Sorry for your loss. Such a dear lady, she will be missed by everyone who knew her. She is now at peace eternally with God and finally reunited with her son Dean. Sincere condolences, Carole.

carole watson

July 28, 2014

We were so sad to hear about Joan's passing on. Sad especially for her devoted husband, Frank. I always loved Joan. She was kind, thoughtful, encouraging and brave. I'm glad she is free of her pain and in the arms of our loving Lord Jesus. We will be praying for Frank and her family.

Mark & Lisa Patterson

July 27, 2014

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Dear Frank and family,
Sorry to hear about Joan she will be missed. She will finally be with god
and Dean. She won't be in any more
suffering. My condolences and prayers to the family.

Mike & Bonnie Cagle

July 27, 2014

Dear Frank, Court and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. D will be missed. Be comforted by knowing she will finally be with God and Dean. My prayers and condolences to your family.

Dean's friend

Wendy Antopolsky

Wendy Antopolsky

July 27, 2014

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