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Ernest Lewandowski Obituary
Dr. Ernest A. Lewandowski, age 88, passed away peacefully on Feb. 7, 2015, in the comfort of his home in Stow, Ohio.
He was the beloved husband of 27 years to Loretta "Rett" (nee Felton-Maslach), whom he married on Valentine's Day in 1987.
He is survived by five of his six children: Denise Brown Palma (Ernie) of University Hts., Thomas A. (Debbie) of Illinois, Gregory E. of Cleveland, Dr. Phillip J. (Abby) of Akron, Jeffery (Kanika) of Queensland, Australia and step-father of Valerie Ann Maslach Moffa (Dr. Donald Anthony) of Hudson; proud grandfather, known as "Poppi Ernie" to his 11 grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren along with three great-grandchildren.
Ernest was born in Garfield Hts. and was the youngest child of Frank P. and Anna (nee Cwiklinski) (both deceased). He was also preceded in death by his daughter Cathy Marie Seifert and his brothers Roman "Ray" (Virginia), Chester (Abbie) and sister, Austina Gruszka.
Dr. "Lew", as he was known, was a 1944 graduate of Cathedral Latin High School, attending Notre Dame college followed by John Carroll University, graduating in 1949 after his service in the Navy during World War II. He went on to earn his medical degree from Kansas City College of Medicine in 1953. He was a founding father of South Point (formerly Brentwood) Hospital and he owned Turney Medical Group, where he practiced family medicine in Garfield Hts. for 40 years before his retiring to Venice, Florida. Ernest returned to the Hudston/Stow area to be near family in 2004.
In his youth, Dr. Lewandowski delighted in playing hockey and football and in later years he enjoyed both golf and tennis. Being deeply spiritual, he found great comfort in his Catholic faith. His sunny disposition touched those around him. Laughter truly was his best medicine and he "prescribed" it for every person with whom he came into contact, even during his final days. Telling jokes and making people laugh is how he will always be remembered.
Honoring his wishes, there will be no calling hours. A private family service will be held. Interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Arrangements by Golubski Funeral Home.
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Elaine Lafferty
February 4, 2024
Nine years --- hard to believe! Ernie was a caring and happy neighbor to us when we lived in Venice.
Dr. Henry Ruehle
May 12, 2015
My condolences to Mrs.Lewandowsky, may God bless you and your family in this, the hardest of times.
Dr.Lewandowsky was a good and compassionate man and an excellent physician. I remember him well as an intern and resident at Brentwood Hospital, 1963-67. always had a helpful sense of humor to all!
May 12, 2015
He was the best & caring Dr he delivered all my kids Missed him when he retired always had a joke to tell Ruth Yurko
Karin Kulesza McConneghy
May 1, 2015
Condolences to Dr. Ernie's family. He was our "family" Doctor and a good one at that .RIP
Robert Kloos, D.O. FACOS
April 8, 2015
I fondly remember Dr. Lewandowski from my training days at the old Brentwood Hospital. He was always pleasant and cared about students, interns, and residents. He embodied the physician we wished to emulate. Thank you for the example you set.
Bill & Madeline Quigley
February 23, 2015
Our Dear Friend, Ernie,...always had a smile,...& a joke!!....
And, All of our family will miss him!
The world was a better place with him in it!
What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose!....our family,...enjoyed Ernie!
With Deepest Sympathy to ALL of the Lewandowski Family,
Bill and Madeline Quigley
February 18, 2015
Denise, I was so sorry hearing about the loss of your father. He sounded like a remarkable man. My condolences to you and your family.
Bernice Silverstein
February 15, 2015
Ed and Bridget Higbee
Dot and Don Sapit
February 14, 2015
We have such great memories of Ernie when we lived at VGCC. Always a smile to give to you.
February 14, 2015
We loved having Ernie and Rett as our neighbors in Venice, Florida. Ernie was a delight with his humor and infectious laugh. He will definitely be missed. With love and sympathy, Skip and Julie Bender
February 14, 2015
With deep sadness and kind memories of a wonderful man. David A. Lang
February 14, 2015
Can't think of a time that we ever got together and Ernie didn't have a new joke to share with us......he always made us laugh and smile. ....now he is up in Heaven sharing his wit and charm with our Lord !
He and Rett were wonderful friends to us, and we shall miss him very much. Rest in Peace "Ernie lover".
With love and our deepest sympathy,
Barb & Bill Lutz
taken the night he asked me to marry him, 12-24-1986
Rett Lewandowski
February 13, 2015
My sweet husband, Ernie, was the light of my life & the center of my universe! I adored him from the moment I met him & feel very lucky to have been his wife. He taught me what true love really was & told me he loved me every night of our marriage. He made me laugh, right up to his last day on this earth. I will miss him every single day, for the rest of my life.
Rest in Peace, Sweetheart..."Well done, Good & Faithful Servant" (Matthew 25:21)
Darlene
February 13, 2015
I don't remember the first time I met Dr. Lew, in part because he was a family friend from my childhood. As others have noted, he had a terrific sense of humor and was the kind of doctor that became a confidant and trusted friend who always looked out for your best interest.
My father is also named Ernie. The two Ernies were quite a pair. There are many happy and funny memories of those years at Berkshire Hills.
When my brother, who is also named Ernie, married Dr. Lew's youngest daughter, Denise, we were overjoyed. Three Ernies, each holding a big piece of my heart.
God rest you, Dr. Lew. Peace to everyone grieving your departure.
February 12, 2015
Rest in peace Uncle Ernie. You were loved by many in this life and will be missed. Our favorite memory of Uncle Ernie is on our wedding day, he grabbed Ron right before the ceremony and told him it's not too late! Run! Here's my credit card and the keys to my vette, you still have time to get away! And we always laughed about that which we think would make him happy. He was there for Dianne when she was so ill, always kind and caring. We loved him, rest in peace, and our sympathy to Tom, Denise, Greg, Phil, Jeff and their families. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
love Janice & Ron Lewandowski
February 12, 2015
I don't know if my previous entries got posted.
All our classmates were close. I remember Earnie from the many regions we had. I can recall his soft voice.
He and I were the only two,medical doctors in our CS. He will be missed
Bonnie Valore
February 12, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Dr. Lew from when I was a child. My mother, Irene worked for him at Turney Medical Group. He always had a smile and a contagious laugh. Rest in Peace Dr. Lew
February 12, 2015
THE TONY MELJAC FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET DR LEW. HE WAS ALWAYS THEIR FOR US. DAD AND DOC LOVED TALKING ABOUT GARDENING. DOC DELIVERED OUR CHILDREN. I REMEMBER THOSE LIKE YESTERDAY.
DR LEW WAS AMONG THE BEST DOCTORS EVER. THANKS DOC FOR ALWAYS BEING THEIR.TOM,BETTY,MARK DENISE.
Shawn Lewandowski
February 12, 2015
I will miss you grandfather. I will never forget your laugh or your smile. You helped so many people throughout your life and now its your time to rest peacefully. I can't thank you enough for raising my dad so well. I know he learned how to be a great father from you and now a grandfather. I am sorry you did not have a chance to meet your great granddaughter but I believe you are in heaven preparing her for her life ahead. We love you very much and can't wait to see you again.
Love,
Shawn, Stephanie and Harper
Sandra Goldyn
February 11, 2015
Dr.Lew was one of a generation of Dr's back
from the 50's and 60's that truly cared
about treating and healing his patients.
Taking the time to listen to them.
And being a true D.O. whose motto is
to treat the entire body. People who
were his patients were lucky to have him
as their Dr. He wasn't about the money
like now but being a Dr.
about him no matter how long a day
or tired he might have been. May he enjoy
everlasting peace.
February 11, 2015
I was so saddened to learn of the passing of "Dr.Lew". He was a very caring and compassionate doctor in all the times I needed to visit him for treatment. Everyone is so right, he always had a smile on his face and when he entered the room you felt so much better even if you were sick. My deepest sympathy to all his family and may he rest in God's loving care for all time. He was a good man.
February 11, 2015
I was so saddened of hear of Ernie's passing. He certainly always made me laugh and smile. His presence and good humor will certainly be missed. Don
Tom Lewandowski
February 11, 2015
It's so nice to see all of the kind words said about my dad. He was a mentor to me. He taught me to be a good person which in turn made me a better husband, a good father and, any day now, a loving grandfather. He lived a long and full life, and lived it on his own terms. I'm glad I was able to tell him "I love you" one last time before he passed.
I love you dad and I'll miss you every single day.
Tom Lewandowski
February 11, 2015
It's so gratifying to see the nice comments people are making. This is a man I am proud to call "Dad". He taught me to be a man, a better husband, a good father and, any day now, a great Grandpa. I will sorely miss him, but I know that he led a good life on his terms.
I love you Dad and I'll miss you.
Carolyn Waddell
February 10, 2015
Always There
People can empathize.
But they will never know.
Your pain, your grief, yours alone.
What can be said to comfort?
What respite can be offered?
He was yours and you were his.
In Love those facts will always remain true.
His countenance you will carry.
His heart will be there too.
And so too you are with him.
ccw
2/10/15
With Love from The Cochrans
John T and Elaine Lafferty
February 10, 2015
Our sympathy is with all of Ernie 's family. We remember him as a kind and humorous neighbor, and we are glad to have known him.
Jennifer Williams
February 10, 2015
Dear Phil, Abby and kids....
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time. You will all be in our prayers.
Fondly,
Jennifer Williams and family
alan oppenheim
February 10, 2015
i will remember his humor and smile. just a wonderful guy to be around
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