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1926
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2022
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JULIUS SALERNI Obituary
JULIUS C. "JULES" SALERNI, age 96, passed away October 24, 2022. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Theresa. Dear father of Denise Prosser (Tim). Dearest 'Puk" to grandchildren Emmett, Rachel Mikula (Matt) and Jess (Liz). Great Puk of Sophia, Claire, Margot, Natalie Mikula and Jack Prosser. Brother of Lydia Grue (Ernie) (both deceased), Sam (deceased), and Dr. O. Leroy Salerni (Marti). Brother-in-Law of Dr Joseph Nista (deceased) (Susanne), Dr. Fred Nista (Bobbi), Dr. George Nista (Jeanette Fornell), Dr. Girard Nista (Carol). Loving uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Jules was the Controller for the Ford Engine and Casting plants for over 25 years; instrumental in the founding, development and management of the Franciscan Village; member of Our Lady of Angels Parish for 65 years where he served in numerous leadership roles. An avid sports fan, he will be remembered for his life-long following of his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers since 1934. U.S. Army Air Corps veteran.
Special thanks to Marilyn Morgan for her love and dedicated care for 12 years and Mrs. Patrice Campbell, her staff and volunteers of Ennis Court for their loving care these past 5 years.
Funeral Mass Friday, November 4, at Our Lady of Angels Church (3644 Rocky River Dr.) at 10 A.M. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS, THURSDAY 3-6 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to Ennis Court or the Franciscan Village Activity Fund are appreciated.
The Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on the Our Lady of Angels Youtube page (link to Youtube page below):
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Colleen and John Cooney
November 21, 2022
Denise and Tim, we are sorry that we could not give you our regrets in person due to a death in our Cooney family, John´s brother in law. I was able to attend the beautiful funeral though and was so impressed at the tribute to dearest Jules. We loved both Theresa and Jules over these many years since we joined OLA. We will always treasure their friendship. God grant you His peace.
Joseph A Zagaria
November 4, 2022
My deepest condolences, Mrs. Salerni was my teacher and I´ll never forget her and never forget her husband who used to come into class and bring his wife flowers or just to give her a kiss. Will never forget either of them.
Catherine Knittel
October 31, 2022
Mr. and Mrs. Salerni were pillars of Our Lady of Angels parish as well as of the entire West Park community for as long as I can remember. I believe that each of the Lanning children was the beneficiary of Mrs. Salerni's wonderful talents as a teacher. There was never an event at that parish held that Mr. Salerni wasn't working on - front and center, doing whatever needed to be done and always so willingly and cheerfully. They were both such salt of the earth folks who helped so many of us grow up at that wonderful time, in that wonderful place. Rest in peace.
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Eileen Baugh Biehl
October 31, 2022
Denise and family: Jules was always so kind, so friendly and so supportive of my mom, Carol Baugh, and of our whole family. He and your mom warmly welcomed my parents at OLA and he welcomed my mom to Ennis Court with an open heart and great joy. I'll never forget the smiles on their faces when they realized they would be Ennis Court neighbors. Our visits with your dad were always highlights of my week. Your dad was a true gentleman and he will be so greatly missed by all. Sending you deepest sympathy.
Alicia
October 30, 2022
From the moment Jules and I met, I liked him immediately. After he moved into the Assisted Living facility at EnnisCourt, I joked that he was coming "down" to the therapy on the first floor, so I applied Paul Simon's song to him, "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" and a nickname was born. Jules, words cannot describe the grief we are experiencing mourning the loss of your presence among us. But we thank you for your time with us and consider ourselves lucky to have known you. God bless you, now and always.
Maureen Beck
October 28, 2022
Denise and family, We just lost another one of the Greatest Generation. Your Dad was one of a kind. From yelling his heart out at your sporting events to being so gentle while caring for your Mom I was always in awe of him of him. I know there is a great welcome party going on in heaven right now. Sending prayers your way during this difficult time. Rest in peace Mr. Salerni your work here is done
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Chambers Funeral Homes - Cleveland4420 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44135
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Our Lady of Angels Church
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