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PATRICK DIULUS Obituary

DIULUS PATRICK DIULUS Beloved husband of Sharon (nee Estok). Dearest father of Michelle (Jim) Moley, Patrick (Lori) Diulus Jr. and Kristine (Scott) Cyran. Loving grandfather of: Jimmy, Brian, Brandon and Nicholas. Son of Patsy (deceased) and Catherine (nee Janelli). Funeral Services Saturday, June 30th at The Church of the Assumption at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at the FORTUNA FUNERAL HOME, 7076 BRECKSVILLE RD., Friday, June 29th 4:00 to 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made according to the wishes of the family, the Cleveland Clinic Hospice or the American Cancer Society in Patrick's name. Family and friends are asked to meet at church on Saturday. Interment private

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Published by Cleveland.com on Jun. 28, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for PATRICK DIULUS

29 Entries

Anthony (Tony) Lukianowicz

July 7, 2025

My belated condolences. I knew Pat and Sharon as a subcontractor doing work inside their home. Even though Mr. Diulus was the head coach of the girls´ team at Trinity, he actually offered us help in getting our son a scholarship since he was a football and track athlete. Although he ended up at Benedictine HS, his thoughtfulness in even offering help will always be remembered. Blessings to all in the Diulus family.

Tony

Carrie Mingo and Family

August 27, 2012

I just personally wanted to thanks Pat Diulus for everything he did to help. My condolences to the Diulus Family.

Karen Pressler

July 11, 2012

Sharon/family, I was saddened to hear recently of Pat's illness and now his death. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. There's nothing to make this easier; please know your in my prayers.

Jeff DiJulius

July 10, 2012

Those of us who were at Regina the last few years always asked the question, 'how many girls were afforded the opportunity to go to college because of Pat's program who otherwise wouldn't have been able to?'

The answer has always been, 'probably too many to count.'

Pat Diulus did more than win basketball games. He changed peoples lives!

Jeff DiJulius

July 9, 2012

In California the past couple of years--just heard. All my fault for not keeping in contact. A prince of a guy and a great friend!

Jim Farris

July 1, 2012

Your Husband,Father,Grandfather was a great man.My sympathy to your family.

June 30, 2012

I am sorry for you loss Mrs Diulus, Patrick

Brenda Hillmon

June 30, 2012

To the Diulus family. My heart goes out to you all. Mr.D had a huge impact on our family that changed. OUR lives forever. God truly loaned us one of his angels. Thank you for sharing him with the world. He will be missed.

June 29, 2012

I got to know Mr.Pat and his son Pat JR. and grandchildren while working as an usher at Cleveland Browns Stadium, although the games were often difficult to watch it sure was great to see and talk to Mr. Pat and the family every week. It was some of the great memories I had working at the games. Although I live in Las Vegas now I will always have fond memories that Mr. Pat and his family provided for me. Jim Phelan Las Vegas Nevada

John Telich

June 29, 2012

mMy deepest sympathy to the Diulus family. I always enjoyed chatting with Pat when doing stories on the girls basketball teams for Fox 8. Pat always, always had the best interests of the girls at heart. He was an excellent coach and will be missed.

Richard Wojcik

June 29, 2012

To the Diulus Family,
I had the opportunity to compete against Coach D many times as a Varsity Assistant Coach at Cleveland Central Catholic. His care and concern for his athletes was easy to see. He helped me to be a better coach even though he probably didn't realize it. Thanks Coach for everything you did for your girls and the game of Girls Basketball.

June 29, 2012

May you rest in peace!
John Cipollini

Vicki (Cheech) Miavitz

June 29, 2012

Mrs. Diulus and family- I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Mr. "D" was a very special man and touched so many lives that he will never be forgotten. The memories that all of us have will keep him alive forever and I hope you find comfort in knowing that. We will miss him dearly...

June 29, 2012

Dear Diulus Family,

I am sorry to learn of Pat's death. He changed the women's basketball scene in NE ohio. All programs had to step up and work. Many girls who were not coached by Pat also benefitted from the successes at Trinity and Regina. Girls wanted to be the next Semeka, and coaches wanted their players to be able to compete.
I know Pat touched so many lives in positive ways, evident from the kind words from past players. May family, friends, and the basketball world help you through this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Coach Amy Manco--Avon Lake

Krista Fortson-Smith

June 28, 2012

Please accept my sincere sympathy on the passing of your dad and Husband. There are no words I can offer that will make this any easier, but hopefully just knowing that your father and husband has touched and helped so many. I want to thank you for sharing your father and Husband with all of us. I am so fortunate I had a chance to play for and be mentored by coach D. I had a chance to see coach D a couple of months ago and it was such a pleasant surprise. I got a chance to reminisce and say thank you for all he did for me. I will cherish that memory. I know for a fact that I would not be where I am today if it was not for Coach Diulus. He was a great coach, teacher and mentor. May God bless and comfort you and your family at this time.

With warmest regards,
Krista Fortson-Smith

Laurie Cole

June 28, 2012

My sympathy goes out to you at this time of great loss. Your loving memories will help comfort you.

Cindy Calaiacovo

June 28, 2012

My condolences go out to the entire family. Coach D was a great coach and mentor to me as I grew up and helped shape me into a young woman and athlete.

June 28, 2012

Coach D was a true inspiration and an angel to my family and myself! Coaching three generations of great basketball players, I could not have asked for a better coach and guiding light! My prayers are with your family! You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten! Love always,
Adjoni Williams (the last of 3 generations!)

June 28, 2012

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Pat. Our whole family sends all of you our deepest sympathy. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. The Monaco family.

Christy Adams

June 28, 2012

Dear Patrick Jr. and family, I am so saddened to hear about the death of your precious father. I know how close you all were to him. I have such fond memories of your dad. I always loved watching him coach his girls. He always loved his players! I know he will be missed terribly by his loving family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Christy Benander Adams and the Benander Family

Kevin Snyder

June 28, 2012

Sharing three decades in the HS GBB world, I am grateful to have known and enjoyed Pat as a peer; his effort and dedication were paramount- and I am confident that the Dear Lord will don a snappy sweater in Pat's honor. Much love to his family.

Bishop Roger Gries, O.S.B.

June 28, 2012

Sharon and family - let me share my deepest sympathy with your family on the death of your dear husband and father. Pat and I became friends because of our interest in athletic and athletes. We were both determined to assist our young people to make success and meet their goals in life. Pat's love for his athletes is evident in the work he did to ensure their entry into college. I regret that I cannot share his funeral Mass. I will be out of town on vacation but will offer a Mass for the repose of his soul. May God be with all of you!

Melissa Thornburg

June 28, 2012

Coach - I am eternally grateful for the opportunities you opened up for me. For believing in me, for teaching me, for loving all of us like we were your own. We are all family. Know that your girls are still all in touch with eachother because we were created into a family by you. We are all coming together in this sad time, but will continue to love and to support eachother as your legacy lives on through all of us and our children...and theirs. Love you... See you again in Heaven. Watch over us, as always. - Melissa Kreiger Thornburg

Siedah Williams, Regina High #4

June 28, 2012

Coach D has been in my life since I was a baby. He has watched me grow and helped mold me to become one of Cleveland's greatest basketball players, hence 4 state championship rings.
A true legend indeed and a great role model and mentor to a lot of young women. His legacy will live on through the hundreds of women he's coached. Gone but never forgotten. I love you Coach. My prayers are with the family!

Jerry Spooner

June 28, 2012

I've know Pat for over fifteen years. He helped many along his journey and was a great coach/person. He will be missed. You have my deepest sympathy and I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Nancy DellaValle~Kashi

June 28, 2012

Dear Sharon, Auntie Kay, Michelle, Patrick, Kris, and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. xoxox Nancy, Dennis, Denny Kashi

June 28, 2012

Diulus Family:

I worked with Pat at Regina High School from 2001-2007. It was with great sadness that I heard of his passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Bill Fudge, Oakland Maine

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