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Joseph Radican Obituary
Joe received a master's degree in history from John Carroll University.
He had a distinguished 39-year career as an educator. In 1971, he was named principal of St. Joseph High School, (it's successor, VASJ) and in 1976, he was named principal of Lake Catholic High School. In 1983, he was honored at the National Catholic Education Association convention in Washington D.C. as a regional "Principal of the Year."
Survivors are his sisters, Kathleen Scarpello, Patricia (Larry) Miller and Maureen (George) Norsic; beloved nieces and nephews, Kathleen Mary (Victor) Minadeo, Nicole and Theresa Miller and Carl and Brian Norsic; and great-nieces and great-nephews, Richard, Joseph, Colleen, Maureen and John Minadeo.
He was the beloved son of the late Aloysius J. and Mary Frances Radican (nee Walsh). He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Richard Scarpello; and niece, Maureen Balazs.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011, at Our Lady of the Lake Parish (E. 200th St. and Lake Shore Blvd.). Interment will follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.
Family will receive friends to pay tribute and celebrate the life of Mr. Radican from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Brickman Bros. Funeral Home, 37433 Euclid Ave., Willoughby.
Contributions to Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School (VASJ), 18491 Lake Shore Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44119, Lake Catholic High School, 6733 Reynolds Road, Mentor, OH 44060 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Radican
Stephen Archacki
June 2, 2012
It was a priviledge to have been a part of Mr. Radican's (and his late mother Mary) life. He will be remembered for a long time to come.
Stephen Halaiko
June 6, 2011
Kathleen, Pat, Maureen & Family:
My condolences on Joe's passing. He was a good friend to our family for many years. We will miss him. Thank you for sharing your brother with us. You all are in thoughts and prayers.
Dan Moore
June 6, 2011
Mr. Radican was a great teacher and a kind man. He was kind of intimidating at first but revealed a sense of humor and a soft side once you got to know him.
He will be missed.
Peter Ciofani
June 5, 2011
I was a student of Mr. Radican in the late 60's. He was my favorite teacher and taught me a lot more than just history.
I am truly grateful I knew him.
May he rest in peace with God.
Thomas Bausch
June 5, 2011
Joe,
Thank you for 55 years of friendship beginning at JCU, thank you for all of the world problem solving we accomplished, bless you for being in my wedding and helping to decorate our first Christmas tree, but most of all, thanks for being you. I look forward to your booming voice greeting me when I am called.
Ned Lauver
June 4, 2011
Although I'm 30 years old now, I will always remember Joe as "Mr. Radican" and have very special memories of his kindness and his dry/wry sense of humor in the extemporaneous speaking prep room. My friend and I, who both competed in extemp for Rocky River High School, always looked forward to seeing him at tournaments.
Mr. Radican, you are the epitome of an educator - you never talked down to us and you always listened... even though we weren't from your school and you had no reason to give us the time of day. You always treated us like the adults you knew we would become, and our lives were enriched for having known you during the time we were in high school. As a speech and debate coach today, I was happy to know you as a mentoring adult, and proud to know you later as a colleague and friend.
Don't worry, Mr. Radican, I will still do my uncanny impression of you at tournaments as I remember you - you are still one of the only people I've met with a voice deeper than mine! Rest in peace, and thank you for all that you were to all of us.
June 4, 2011
Joe was a wonderful friend to us for more than 50 years (way back to John Carroll days). We so enjoyed his company when we traveled together and when he came to Illinois to visit. Our children and grandchildren loved his gentle ways (and his booming voice). We'll miss you, dear friend.
Larry and Eileen Frederick, Libertyville, Illinois
Donald Sprague
June 4, 2011
It was my great honor and privilege to have been befriended by Joe. He was a delightful addition to our travel group and I enjoyed sharing Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal with him. A gentleman's gentleman, a prayerful and holy man, a scholar. He touched so many lives with his gentle and manner and genuine concern.
Kim Collisi
June 4, 2011
Rest in Peace Mr. Radican.
Kim Collisi VASJ Class of 1993
Joan Bruening
June 4, 2011
My husband was a teacher at Lake Catholic. He considered Joe a good friend. It is never easy to say goodbye to someone you care about. Remember that he is now with you in a special way. You can talk to him whenever you wish; sometimes he will show you a sign that he is there.
Scott Bauchmoyer
June 4, 2011
Mr. Radican, I'll never forget the Browns Sundays at Uncle Denny's watching the 4 o'clock games, eating pizza and goofing around. You will be missed.
Debbie Field Haydu
June 4, 2011
Mr Radican you were a beloved teacher of my late son Michael A Haydu class of 03 I will never forget you standing in line at his wake as sad as everyone is at your passing I know my son will be happy to greet you when the two of you meet in Heaven God Bless you and your family
laura wimbiscus yoon
June 3, 2011
Mr. Radican was a dear friend of my family. I have fond memories of childhood summers spent with him, his best friend my Uncle Dennis, and my family, buffeted by the wind over Lake Erie in my uncle's boat (he liked to describe the wind that way). For my high school graduation, he gave me one of my favorite gifts ever: a six-inch-thick Oxford English Dictionary. This was before you could look anything up on the internet, and it served this English major very well in college. Mr. Radican, we will miss you.
June 3, 2011
Joe Radican was a great principal. But more important, he was a good friend. You are with the angels, sir, and for that I am overjoyed.
Tom Kerr
Lake Catholic '78
Mike Halaiko
June 3, 2011
Joe was not only a lifelong friend, but the man who mentored my Career in Education that began 38 years ago.
Without Joe, I may never have had the many opportunities I have had along the way.
Joe's commanding leadership was an inspiration to so many. I thank God that I was able to know Joe and learn from the example that he set.
We will miss him greatly.
My family and I send our most sincere condolences to all of Joe's family.
Sincerely
Mike Halaiko
Joe Clark
June 3, 2011
I knew Joe as a man of integrity, peace and generosity. I counted him as a friend for the past 40 years. As an administrator, as a teacher, as a Debate Team coach and, of course as a friend, Joe generously gave of his time and his well-honed talents. Thanks Joe. I'll miss you. See you on the other side.
June 3, 2011
Mr. Radican, You were always a peaceful person to be around. I am glad I got to know you before you retired from VASJ. You were a quiet force. Thank you! My family will pray for your family and you.
The Rouse Family (Howard, Nancy-VASJ teacher, Nick-'07 VASJ, Britt-'07 VASJ and Peter)
June 3, 2011
Mr. Radican: I had you as a teacher at St. Joseph High School, your first year as a teacher. I will never forget the time you spent talking to me on a street corner. It has influenced me my whole life. You were certainly an individual that had an effect on people. It will only come to light as your students hear of your passing. You were truely put on this earth to serve a purpose, and you succeeded. God love you Joe.
FJM, Ft. worth,Tx.
david rutter
June 3, 2011
I am really going to miss our times together. I am unable to say goodbye at this time but in my own way I shall. Thank you for the guidance and friendship and enjoy the egg toss with everyone, say Hi to my mom and dad, and Joe....try catching the egg this time with your hands not your head....Love ya cousin,....dave
Nicole Tusoch
June 3, 2011
RIP Mr. Radican you were my favorite teacher. I will miss seeing you around town especially at the grocery store.
Stefanie Toth
June 2, 2011
Mr. Radican was an educator whose lessons still resonate in many students thoughts and actions. I am proud to say I had him as a teacher.
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