John V. Gaba

John V. Gaba obituary, Strongsville, OH

John V. Gaba

John Gaba Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jardine Funeral Home, Inc. - Strongsville on Jun. 12, 2025.
John V. Gaba, 89, passed away June 11, 2025. Born March 23, 1936 at home in Cleveland, Ohio. Beloved husband and best friend of Joanna (Dylag) Gaba for 66 years; devoted father of Benjamin (Carol Claycomb), Cheryl (Rick) Voigt, and Kathleen (Benedek) Higl; loving grandfather of Andrew (Stephanie), Joseph, Megan (Jon) Belviso, Ricky (Emily) Voigt, Lauren (Andrew) Marburger, Olivia (Nicholas) Barr and Sam (Mariah) Higl; great-grandfather of Nathan, Charles, Carter, Jacob, Lucas, Quinn, Silas, Grayson, Everett, and two soon-to-be great-grandchildren.
John was a policeman with the Cleveland Police Department, and retired in 1988, after 32 years as a detective and patrolman. He also served in the U.S. Navy in the 1950's. John was an avid fisherman, hunter, boater and gardener, and liked to take his family camping over the years.
Visitation will be held at 10:00am until the time of mass at 11AM on June 20th at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 16271 Pearl Road, Strongsville Ohio 44146, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Private interment will be held at a later time at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Southwest Hospice, 18659 Drake Road, Strongsville Ohio 44136.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support John's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor John Gaba's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign John Gaba's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?