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Michael (Mike) (Jerry) G. Ribovich, aged 80, of Mayfield Heights, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, July 12th, 2025. He was born January 31, 1945, the son of the late Evelyn Wentland (Petrick) and Michael Ribovich, and stepfather, Joseph.
Mike was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette (Jetta), in 2014, and his brother, Joe Wentland Jr., in 2006.
Mike is survived by his 2 sons, John (Janet) and Joe (Marsha) of Mayfield, OH. He is also survived by his six grandchildren, two sisters, Diane Hannaford, Ava, MO, and Barbara (Tim) Hill of Ravenna.
Mike joined the United States Navy in 1962 and was stationed in Jacksonville, FL. After his discharge, his career took him to be a butcher for 42 + years.
A Celebration of Life Reception with further details will be shared soon.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, David Simpson Hospice House, 300 East 185th St., Cleveland, OH 44119.
ARRANGEMENTS BY MAHER-MELBOURNE FUNERAL HOME OF NORTHEAST OHIO www.MaherMelbourne.com
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5236 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
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