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Herb Pawlitsch Obituary

Herb "Big Dawg" Pawlitsch passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. A visitation will be held on August 1 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by a service at 2:00 PM, at Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted 44070. For more details, please visit www.sunsetfuneralandcemetery.com

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Published by Cleveland.com from Jul. 28 to Jul. 30, 2025.

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Terry Novak

Yesterday

Very sad to learn of Herb's passing. His kindness and great spirit was the stuff of legend. All that knew Herb will miss him. God rest his soul.

Dave Scott

July 31, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rita Nayak

July 31, 2025

Herb and Cathy were great neighbors and always there to help or converse with. They will be missed.

Steve Monchak

July 30, 2025

Herb was the best friend. I met Herb on a golf course, Hilliard Lakes. From there we began to golf together whenever we could. He started the Big Dawg golf league and I was there from the beginning. He will be missed. Just a great guy.

Juan Hernandez

July 29, 2025

Herb was a good friend and started the Big Dog League more than 30 years ago. We missed not having the league when Herb decided to step down a couple of years ago for health reasons. He was a take-charge person and would have holiday golf outings and annual golf trips to South Carolina and Florida. His friendship and laughter will be missed.

Rudy Jovanov

July 28, 2025

Soo sad. Did work for Herb at Sw and became great friends. He'll be missed by so many people. Enjoy ur life in heaven big dog!

Dale Destro

July 28, 2025

A lot of people will miss you, Herb.
I remember the great time we had at Mallard Creek. And wonderful golf trips down south with all the buddies. What a wonderful person.

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6245 Columbia Road P.O. Box 438 & 729, North Olmsted, OH 44070

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