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Joseph Shivak Obituary
WADSWORTH/TAMPA, Fla. -- Joseph A. Shivak, 71, formerly of Broadview Heights, more recently of Tampa, Fla., died Monday, April 3, 2006, at his residence.
Mr. Shivak was born Jan. 31, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Albert and Mary (Dorony) Shivak. He was a member of Church of the Incarnate Catholic Church in Florida, where he was a volunteer groundskeeper, a member of the Senior Square Dancers (Temple Terrace Twirlers), Clearwater Yacht Club, the Town and Country Senior Stars, and a U.S. Air Force veteran.
Mr. Shivak was preceded in death by son, Robert Nelson Shivak, and brother, Robert Shivak. He is survived by wife, Elaine of Tampa, Fla.; sons, Joseph (Marlene) Shivak of Wellington, Ohio, Michael (Becky) Shivak of Wadsworth, Ohio; daughter, Therese (Paul) Wyrzykowski of Wadsworth; 10 grandchildren, Joey, Josh, Amanda, P.J., Danny, Audrey, Michael, Amber, Katie, and Daniel; brother, Edward Shivak of Euclid, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Thursday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Hilliard & Mullaney Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth. Prayers Friday, 9:15 a.m., at the funeral home, followed by Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1281 Shannon Dr., Barberton, Ohio, with Rev. Robert Jackson, celebrant. Interment will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1900 W. Market St., Akron, Ohio 44313. (Hilliard & Mullaney, 330-334-1501.)
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Shivak
Michael, Jackie and Andrew Washington
April 6, 2006
Dear Shivak family,
We lived next door to your father for many years here in Tampa. He was a wonderful neighbor and a good friend. He will truly be missed. May God bless each and everyone of you.
Shelly Atkinson
April 6, 2006
Peace be with you during this difficult time. I sat next to you on your flight from Tampa, Mrs. Shivak. I was a Home Health and Hospice RN for 10 years. If I didn't say it on the plane, I'm sorry for your loss. Take care of YOU now. Shelly A.
katie shivak
April 6, 2006
hi grandpa,
i love you. you are the best grandpa in the whole world...guess what....CHICKEN BUTT. :)
Fred Hartline
April 6, 2006
Joe and Mike
Sorry to here about your loss
May god be with your and your families.
Fred Hartline an family (perkins)
David and Donna Zupco
April 5, 2006
May the Lord Bless the Joseph Shivak family during this time of loss of beloved husband and father.
It is our prayer that the Blessed Virgin and all the angels and saints
accompanied you on your journey to your new life in Heaven.
May the peace of Christ be with all
who remain here on earth.
Jim & Carol Wells
April 5, 2006
A wonderful neighbor and friend. God Bless You and your family. You will be missed by everyone who knew you.
Hilliard & Mullaney Funeral Home Inc.
April 5, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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