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Loving husband of 49 years to Carol M. Cerny. Beloved father of Joseph E. Cerny (Marsha), Craig J. Cerny (Hillary), Jill C. Kirby (Logan), and Janine C. Little (Ryan). Cherished grandfather of Juliana, Ruby, Joseph (JJ), Charlie, Mara, Marshall, and Polly. Brother of Karen L. Robbins (Bob). Preceded in death by Joseph C. Cerny Sr. (father), Ruby M. Cerny (mother), and Jaclyn C. Cerny (daughter).
He began his engineering career by working for his father at Supreme Electric. From there he launched and established two successful companies of his own, Industrial Power and Controls, and Induction Heating Systems. He had a long and successful career as an Induction Heating Specialist.
He always said his riches were not his financial riches but his family. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. His life became intertwined with the island when his dad established a home there in the 1950's. Joe further continued that legacy when he moved his family to Put-in-Bay in 1998. He developed deep bonds and friendships with his island community. Recently, he especially enjoyed his Saturday morning men's breakfast club, the "ROMEOs".
Family and Friends will be received at NOSEK-McCREERY FUNERAL HOME, 8150 BRECKSVILLE RD., BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141 on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 12-3 p.m. followed by a service at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church or Lake Erie Islands Conservancy.
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George Rachid
April 14, 2025
Words can't help the pain, but time can heal the soul I will include you & your family in my prayers.
GEORGE RACHID
Matt Eck
April 11, 2025
We will miss Joe greatly especially at our yearly BBQ and at the pig roasts. He was a great guy. Much love to all who knew him!
Tom & Molly Sammon
April 11, 2025
We treasured Joe´s friendship and his knowledge of the anatomy of Put-in-Bay. If we wanted to know something about the island´s layout and systems, we would go to Joe since we were convinced that, with his engineering background, he would provide an intelligent answer and one that we could understand. We especially enjoyed speaking with him after meetings of the Put-in-Bay Property Owners Association, well-knowing that he would always offer salient insights.
Enough cannot be stated about his steadfast devotion to Carol and family.
We pray for the repose of his soul and for the consolation of his family, knowing that now he rests with the Lord.
Rich and Carol Roberts
April 9, 2025
We are so saddened by Joe's passing. He was such a good island friend to us, and a true asset to the island community. As a member of the Saturday morning men's breakfast group, he was a valuable source of village news. At church, he was a "go to" for any type of help. We will certainly miss him. Our deepest sympathy to Carol and the family. Rest in peace, Joe.
Rich and Carol Roberts
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Victoria Yannie
April 7, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray each of you will be comforted in this difficult time.
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