Susan Bonchak Obituary
She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on August 18,1958, to Alice Bonchak (nee: Ehrbar) and Edward Bonchak (both deceased).
Susan was the proud and loving mother of Dr. Jonathan G. Bonchak; dearest sister of Cathy (Joe) Yourkvitch, Edward (Jeannie) Bonchak Jr., Nancy (Dan Woolman) Buckley and Carol (Matthew, deceased) DiBiase.
Her deep love of family extended to nieces, Katrina Bennett, Elizabeth (Edwin) Pacheco, Natalie (Pete) Kavalecz, Vanessa Bonchak, Jocelyn (Joe) Mariano, Christina DiBiase; great-nieces Olivia Harris, Jane and Paige Kavalecz, Nicolette and Brielle Mariano; and great-nephews Anthony Harris, Edwin and Evan Pacheco, Alex Henry and Robert Bonchak.
She also leaves behind beloved friends Anne (Barron) Serna and Steve "Cubby" Wooley and her devoted pups, Angel and Mona.
Susan graduated from West Technical High School in Cleveland and went on to work with the Veteran's Hospital in Cleveland as well as serving in various positions within the local food industry. Her generous, compassionate spirit led her to become a principal caregiver for several people, including lifelong friend, Sharron DeCosta (deceased).
Possessing innate artistic skills, Susan shared her vast talents by gifting friends and family with countless creative pieces.
Renowned for her horticultural abilities, Susan's garden was always filled with a bounty of flowers, fruits and vegetables that she benevolently shared with others. At summer's end she harvested hundreds of seeds and spread them throughout her loving circle of neighbors, family and friends to be planted and enjoyed. In 2022 Susan's gardens were a featured stop within the GardenWalk of Cleveland's annual tour.
As a lover of all types of music, Susan knew hundreds of songs by heart and encouraged others to sing and dance along with her, sharing the simple joys of life.
Throughout her final hours she remained light-hearted and cheerful, lifting the spirits of those surrounding her.
With exceptional talents, an invaluable ability to fully enjoy the smallest pleasures in life, and an impassioned love for all, Susan's unique spirit will be exceedingly missed and always cherished.
Those who wish to pay tribute to Susan are invited to attend a visitation and service from
10 a.m. to 11:30am, Saturday, December 31 at
Cannon-Catavolos Funeral Home
6953 W. 130th St., Parma Heights, Ohio 44130.
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Sandy May
August 29, 2025
Thinking of you today, Susan. Celebrating your earth Birthday since August 18th Miss you. Sending you a cosmic hug, my friend
Carol DiBiase
December 25, 2023
My first memory of Suzie was meeting her for the first time and calling her my sister!
Sandy May
December 25, 2023
Hi Susan! Just want you to know I´m thinking of you on Christmas. I still have the beautiful Christmas card you sent from several years ago and still love it! Thank you again for being there for me in my direst need of support. I love and miss you.
Stephanie Williams
December 23, 2023
Hi Susan! I just came across a beautiful Christmas card you sent me in the past with a beautiful letter inside from you. It was so lovely to see it and remembered all of the warm moments and laughs we shared together over the years. We were in each others lives for a season and a reason. Each of us, a blessing to the other. I have saved all your letters and doodle etching which I treasure. You are missed. I'll be seeing you! :)
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Pat Rzonca
March 17, 2023
I am so shocked to just find this out. I got to know Sue through Sharron Decosta. She was such an incredible friend to Sharron. It is hard to believe that they are now both in Heaven! Prayers for her family!
Sandy
January 23, 2023
I miss you, Susan
Anne Barron Serna
December 30, 2022
To give examples of the love and fun we shared would take a book. I am a different person, a kinder more thoughtful person, an even stronger Christian and whatever a sister would be-Sue is that to me and more. I will continue to talk to God and you daily as I pray each morning and reminisce of old time. Beautiful times. I´m so glad God placed me in your path of life and I am so blessed because of it. You´re my dearest friend, sister, confidant, sidekick, etc etc. I love you more than words can express and I can´t wait to hang out in the heavens with you someday. God had his angels surrounding you. I know that, and in ways only He can comfort us I pray for us all to remember you with a smile and many many many beautiful memories of pure love. . Til we meet again my dear friend.
Carol
December 29, 2022
I will miss her smile, laugh, humor and spirt and everything that made Suzie, Suzie. Love you forever!
Karen Devine Florus
December 29, 2022
It´s hard to believe my dearest friend Sue is gone from here, it seems so surreal! We remained very close friends since we were 10 yrs old. Even though we lived far apart from one another we always kept in touch & spoke often (for hours). Conversations were never boring. One of Sue´s many gifts was using humor to get people to laugh. She was a very thoughtful, caring, giving, creative, free spirited, dance like no one is watching type of person. She brought me & many others so much joy. I was blessed to have her as a close friend all these years. I will miss her greatly for the rest of my life, until we meet again on the other side.
Lionel Maranda
December 28, 2022
You went on the big adventure ahead of me ,
Your letters still here with me ,
Reading them its like you standing next to me ,
Your letters and your eternal humour , they comfort me,
They spark the fierce golden flame of Godspark inside of me ,
One day il write stories about a blue jay and a woman who wanted me to set my pen free ,
I Will live passionately !
I won't cry like we promised ... .... ...to : "stay strong ".
Your life was the most "bodacious" of all , It was one of the greatest songs !
-Leo , "Good Morning Angel" , Miss Bodacious -
Lionel Maranda, Kimberley, Northern Cape, S. Africa
Theresa Gloeckner
December 28, 2022
We were in the same class in school. We were also friends on Facebook. I seen her when we had our class reunion. RIP Susan yo will be missed. Love, Theresa (Pfaff) Gloeckner
Richard Hollis
December 28, 2022
To a very close friend and former classmate I am deeply sadden by your passing ,she always had a kind heart ,was always eager eager to help anyone ,your truly going to be missed ,RIP Susan Love Rich
Henry G Stadler
December 28, 2022
So much to say, kind, caring, loving, thoughtful, understanding, hard working, helpful, and I could go on and on. There is definitely an emptiness for all that knew her, and who's lives she touched. Rest in Peace Sue
Michelle Zone
December 28, 2022
We´ve have only known Sue for a few years but she was such a kind hearted person and great neighbor. We will truly miss her.
Matt and Michelle Zone
Nancy buckley
December 28, 2022
An unbearable loss of my sister. You will be in my thoughts my heart and my prayers daily. Rest in eternal peace and happiness with our Lord in heaven. We will meet again. Love you.
Noel Walters
December 27, 2022
Sue
you fought a good battle . the battle is over.
I will miss you.Youarealways in my heart . My sister. always enjoyed our visit and talk.
May the angels lead you to paradise .rest in peace my dear friend.
Eternal shine upon you,. Fly high on that Mountain
Shawn Huff
December 27, 2022
Such a beautiful soul! She was a dear friend and I´ll miss her immensely. My deepest condolences to her family
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