Benjamin F. Cappadora

BENJAMIN F. CAPPADORA, age 93, beloved husband for 70 years of Phyllis (nee Landi) ; loving father of Anthony Douglas “Doug” and Susan Fazio (husband Mario); devoted grandfather of Matthew and Benjamin; cherished son of the late Anthony and Concetta (nee Marchese); dearest brother of the late Vincenzo “Jimmy” (wife Mae deceased), William (wife Cindy) and Elizabeth Lawlor (husband Jim deceased); dear brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and friend of many.

Benjamin was born on May 4, 1932 and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He was a graduate of the esteemed Columbia University. His education laid the groundwork for his illustrious real estate development career.

He began his journey in real estate with Zeckendorf Realty in New York City and went on to become the property owner and manager of Cappadora Realty Corporation, Shaker Square, the Buckley Building and the Rockefeller Building.

He was an Ohio Division of Real Estate broker and was a member of the Board of Directors of Richmond General Hospital and St. Vincent Charity Hospital.

When he was not working, his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. His travels took him to Las Vegas and Italy. He also loved golf, tennis, Cleveland CAVS and listening to the great crooners: Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin and the rest of the Rat Pack.

Benjamin passed away on November 16, 2025, and will be remembered as a generous, giving and friendly man who loved his family and circle of friends, making them laugh with his sense of humor.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Benjamin to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 510 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 11AM at the Funeral Home. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Benjamin at DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) Tuesday morning from 10-11AM.