Parma, Ohio
HARRY R. WAITE, age 70; loving companion of Sandra Holden; beloved father of Vicki Brown (John), Sherri Griffith (Robert) and Traci Ziaja (Scott); devoted grandfather of Melissa Johnson, Robert, Janelle, Tori and McKenna; great grandfather of Dionte and Dasia. Korean War Veteran USMC, member of American Legion Post 572, VFW Post 3483 and Marine Corps League, SEMPER FI. Service at the funeral home FRIDAY, APRIL 20, at 10 AM, Entombment Sunset Memorial Park. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.) THURSDAY 2-4 AND 7-9 PM. (440) 888-0800 www.ripepi.com
My deepest sympathies to Traci. I grew up with Traci in Concord Square and Harry always made the holidays so festive. He used to hide Easter eggs when Traci and I were little and we'd have our own little private Easter Egg hunt around Concord Square. He was always such a happy man who was always kind to others and I will always remember his sense of humor. He will be sorrily missed. May he walk with the Lord always.
Jenifer O'Toole
April 26, 2007 | Parma, OH
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Traci for the loss of her father. I never had a chance to meet the other members of Harry's family, but my heart goes out to them as well. My mother, Rosemary Magnosi, used to live at the condominiums where Harry lived. Hary and my parents were two of the original occupants of Unit 4F of Concord Square. Harry was always pleasant and I loved the fact that every National Holiday he had the American Flag and His Semper Fi Marine Flag flying.
Maria Magnosi
April 22, 2007 | Parma Heights, OH
My sympathy to your family. I am a friend of Elaine - and never met Mr Waite.. but feel like I knew him, just listening to all the wonderful things she tells us about him. What a wonderful tribute to the life of anyone, to be loved and respected so dearly. God bless and be with you all.
Pat Jezior
April 22, 2007 | Midd Hts
Harry Waite showed us how to be a good person. To bad we all can't be as good as Harry. Thanks for the lessons Harry. We will miss you.
Ted Tanczuk
April 20, 2007 | Brooklyn, OH
The most likeable man I ever met
he will be missed by the both of us. hoo rah
Mark and Maggie Mackay
April 19, 2007 | Cleveland, OH
Our prayers are with you
Diane (Sergi) and Ray Becker
April 19, 2007 | McKees Rocks,, PA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Tim & Nancy Conlon & family
April 19, 2007 | McKees Rocks, PA
The Borowski Family has the Waite family in their thoughts and prayers. We only knew Harry for a short time, but made us feel at home with the American Legion, and knew he was proud of his Marine history. He made my Marine feel very special. A Brother. A Band of Brothers always. Semper Fi Harry!!!
The Borowski Family
Donna Borowski
April 19, 2007 | Independence, OH
I met Harry Waite less then two years ago when I joined the American Legion. He greeted me with a strong hand shake and a smile. When I looked at his ribbons I could tell about his military service. When I talked with him I got to know the person. Harry cared about people. He always saw the good in someone and if you did something wrong, he would give you another chance. He had a fond love for the American Flag and for our Country. He had a lot of storys to tell, and as he spoke you grew to...
Ted Tanczuk
April 19, 2007 | Brooklyn, OH
