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John T. Kocevar

05/15/1934 - 01/20/2026

John T. Kocevar obituary, 05/15/1934-01/20/2026, Cleveland, OH

BORN

05/15/1934

DIED

01/20/2026

FUNERAL HOME

DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home - South Euclid

4600 Mayfield Road

South Euclid, Ohio

John Kocevar Obituary

age 91, former Mayor of South Euclid for 12 years and South Euclid City Councilman for 9 years. Went to be with our Lord on January 20, 2026 surrounded by and in the arms of his beloved wife and children. Beloved husband for 68 years to his love Theresa "Terry" (nee Svoboda); loving father of Marilyn, Lisa Neelon (husband John), Barbara Zinner (husband Paul) and John (wife Debbie); devoted grandfather of Kristy Morelli (husband Mike), Peter Neelon (wife Annie), Karie Murphy (husband Brian), Joseph "Bo" Zinner, Jennifer, Kaitlin (deceased) and Jack; doting great-grandfather of Samantha, Gabriella, Amelia, Reese, Carter and Noah; cherished son of the late John "Jack" and Rose (nee Zala); dearest brother of Barbara Holder (husband Neall deceased), dear brother-in-law of Virginia Roach (husband Larry deceased), and the late Raymond and Betty Svoboda, and Richard Svoboda (wife Cathryn); dear uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to many. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of John to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial Monday January 26, 2026, at 10 AM in St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, 1545 S. Green Rd., South Euclid. Burial following at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of John at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) SUNDAY 2-6 PM. Online obituary and guestbook at www.DeJohnCares.com

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Published by Cleveland.com from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2026.

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Amy Ianni

January 31, 2026

Barb,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear father! Our continued prayers for you and your entire family!

Sue Behrens

January 26, 2026

Dear Barb and family,
Thinking of you and sending prayers and love to you all. May your memories carry you through this difficult time, but also through the years to come as you remember and celebrate John's life and what he meant to you all.
Sue

Lezlie & Tim K

January 24, 2026

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Marcia Klemens

January 23, 2026

Dear Barb, Bo, and Paul, So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I'll keep you in my prayers. Marcia Klemens

Mike Hensley

January 23, 2026

Sad news to hear about Mayor Kocevar. I worked with him when I was on the SEL school board and he was so easy to work with. He became a friend as a result. Prayers to the Kocevar family.

Sally Rummel

January 23, 2026

Dear Terry and entire Kocevar family, the Rummels and entire community grieve with you. He was a blessing to so many. May he rest in peace. Love you. Sally Rummel

Terri Corrigan

January 22, 2026

I had the pleasure to know John and Terry for many years. John was a blessing to all who knew and loved him. I am so blessed to have John as my friend. A perfect gentleman, kind to all shared many good times, laughter ,memories of years gone by. My sincere deepest condolences to Terry family friends. When i think of John he will warm my heart bring a smile to me always. Love you my friend.

AJ Harper

January 22, 2026

Barb,

Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Appreciated his public service to South Euclid when we lived there. Thoughts and prayers for your family.

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Memorial Events
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Jan

25

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

DeJohn Flynn Mylott Funeral Home - South Euclid

4600 Mayfield Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121

Jan

26

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish

1545 South Green Road, South Euclid, OH 44121

Jan

26

Burial

10:00 a.m.

All Souls Cemetery

10366 Chardon Rd, Chardon, OH 44024

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DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home - South Euclid

4600 Mayfield Road, South Euclid, OH 44121

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