Photo courtesy of Fortuna Funeral Home - Independence
Independence, Ohio
Dec 31, 1937 – Jan 27, 2021
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Jerome “Jake” Liptak, age 83, passed away peacefully on January 27th 2021. Born December 31st, 1937 in Youngstown Ohio. Beloved son of the late Michael Sr. and Ann (Ryzner). Loving brother to Mike Jr. (Marvine), Carol Campbell (Billy, deceased), and Larry. Uncle, great uncle, great great uncle, and friend to many.
Jake loved sharing stories of growing up on the farm. He maintained many of his childhood friendships throughout his entire life.
As one of the founding brothers of ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp Jake spent many years operating a Galion cherry-picker crane in the steel mills of Cleveland. Known for his cheery disposition and hard work ethic, Jake was admired by everyone who had an opportunity to meet him. After years of being in the operator engineer’s union, Jake continued his love for equipment and construction by attending auctions and scrapping metal. Jake was fearless and creative when it came to his work.
Many will remember his generous and kind heart. His smile and sense of humor will be greatly missed.
In honor of Jake’s memory donations can be made to RAHAB Ministries PO Box 13866 Akron, OH 44334-3866
www.rahab-ministries.org/give/
Visitation Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. with closing service at 5:30 p.m. at FORTUNA FUNERAL HOME 7076 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH 44131. A maximum of 40 guests allowed in the funeral home at any given time. Masks required. Closing service will be streamed from www.fortunafuneralhome.com. Monday, February 1, 2021, 11:30 a.m. Interment Calvary Cemetery, 248 S Belle Vista Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509. Please meet at the entrance of the cemetery.
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I just read about Jake's passing and immediately wanted to reach out to the entire Liptak family to extend my sincerest condolences. He was one of the kindest, most gentle people I've ever known. Always smiling and joking, and so very generous. He was a great man and I have the fondest memories of him. God bless.
Bill Milenkovski
November 28, 2022 | Work
So sorry for your loss.
Michael Higgins
February 01, 2021 | Coworker
Jake was a great friend. He was one of the most unassuming persons I have ever known. Lou Suisi and I loved going to auctions with him and competing as to who would pay the dinner check afterwards. He loved talking about his parents farm and the love of square dancing as a young man. My wife, Debby, and I shall dearly miss him. Good bye Jake.
I already paid the server. I love you, Man.
Brian and Debby Rayl
January 31, 2021 | Friend
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was an absolute joy to have known Jake!
Matt Johnson
January 31, 2021 | Friend
Sorry for your Loss may the God of comfort be with you and your family at this time Act 24 15
DD
January 30, 2021
Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED
The Peterman Family
January 30, 2021
Larry, Mike, Carol and Family:
Always enjoyed seeing Jake. Besides the memories, be proud of all you helped him achieve. We too remember Jake with a smile on his face ourselves.
Jan and Kathleen Moser
January 30, 2021 | Berlin Center, OH | Friend
RIP Uncle Jake....see you on the other side! Thanks for all the memories.
Wendy Campbell
January 29, 2021 | Spring, TX | Family
So very sorry - Thoughts and Prayers to all his family & friends
Della & Dave Liller
January 28, 2021 | LaGrange, OH