GEORGE ALMAZ, age 48; passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 17, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Esmiralda (nee Duncan); loving father of Noah, Mark and Leah; beloved son of Nabil and the late Salma (nee Salman); dearest brother of Maje (Nao); dear uncle of Jessica. In lieu of flowers contributions to the children will be appreciated. Funeral Service at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, 2587 W. 14th St., Cleveland, Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10 a.m. Rev. Fr. John Ojaimi, Officiating. Interment St. Theodosius Cemetery. Family and friends received at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.) THURSDAY, November 20, 2025 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Trisagion Service at 7:30 p.m.
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