Photo courtesy of Fortuna Funeral Home - Independence
Independence, Ohio
Nov 29, 1952 – Oct 11, 2019 (Age 66)
Blade “Joe” Tanko, Age 66. Beloved husband of Cynthia (nee Sabo). Dear Father of Eric (Faith), Cheryl Snell (Kevin), Daniel (dec.), and Bryan (dec.), and Stepfather of David (Melissa), Jonathan (Stacy), and Michael. Loving Grandpa of Ean, Evan, Eric, Elise, Peyton, Lucy, Jacob, Lexi, Chase,...
Read MoreCindy,
We are so, so sad to hear this news. Blade was a great guy! You are in our hearts, our tears and our prayers.
Tom and Judy Rotkowski
October 18, 2019 | Macungie, PA
You will never be forgotten.
October 17, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Tanko family. Blade will be missed. I will remember his generosity and kind words.
Erich Pfleaidermahnn
October 16, 2019 | Parma | Friend
Blade
May your memory be eternal, and a blessing to all who knew you.
Erich Pfleaidermahnn
October 16, 2019 | Parma, OH | Friend
Dear Cindy and family - my deepest sympathy and condolences during this difficult time. Praying that God will embrace and comfort you all.
DaShawn Starks
October 16, 2019 | Twinsburg, OH
The Alumni Association would like to acknowledge all of Joe's volunteer work at Central Catholic: Hall of Fame Dinners, Golf Outings, Class Reunions, Clean-up and Clams Days, etc. Joe wrote "People are like family and it like coming to a second home". Thank You Joe.
Jerry Fasko
October 16, 2019 | OH
Eric, my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Tom Wild
October 15, 2019 | Streetsboro, OH | Friend
I am truly sorry to hear of Blade's passing. Not only was he a fellow carrier, but also a friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to Cindy and his family. Such a tragic loss.
Kenneth Gamon
October 15, 2019 | Sagamore Hills, OH
Prayers to you and your family at this time.
Cindy Hickman
October 15, 2019 | Streetsboro, OH