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Steve Catalano Obituary
Steve Catalano, 81, passed away at the Village at St. Edward surrounded by his family on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.
Born in Akron on Feb. 16, 1927, Steve graduated from Hower Vocational High School in 1944 and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Shirley Saurer in 1966, and they raised their four children in Copley. Steve was a caring and generous man who had a great love for family and friends. Cooking was his specialty, and he was known for his pasta, meatballs, and pizza. On Sunday afternoons after a family pasta dinner, you could always find him watching the Browns, Indians, or PGA golf. Working was Steve's passion. He was co-owner of Regina's Pizza in Kenmore since 1970. He and his best friend Louie created the original recipes that are still loved today. In addition to running his business, he enjoyed working as a car salesman and many times earned the title "Salesman of the Month."
Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley. He is survived by his four children, Amy (Rich) Siebert, Gina (Chris) Cain, Stephen (Mindy) Catalano and Robert (Jen) Catalano; grandchildren, Grant and Ryan Siebert, Emily and Matthew Cain, Stephen and Dominic Catalano and Louie Catalano; many nephews and nieces including his very special niece, Terry (Doug) Herbert. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Grace; sisters, Pauline Lucido and Josephine DeJohn; brother, Tony Catalano; and best friend, Louie Bamonte.
Special thanks are extended to the staff of the Village at St. Edward for the wonderful care that was given to Steve.
Friends may call TODAY from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Ciriello and Carr Fairlawn Chapel (39 S. Miller Rd.). Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, 10 a.m. at Guardian Angels Catholic Church. Interment at Copley Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to: The Steve and Shirley Catalano Scholarship Fund payable to Copley Schools Foundation, 3797 Ridgewood Rd., Copley, Ohio 44321.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Catalano
Rick and Sue Banks
December 1, 2008
Dear Catalano children,
We were so sorry to hear about your father passing away. Your whole family meant so much to us and our children. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
FRANK & BECKIE KLANCER
November 30, 2008
THE CATALANO FAMILY, TO ALL OF YOU...REMEMBER YOUR DAD, WHEN HE WAS DATING YOUR MOTHER...YOUR MOTHER WOULD SIT NEXT TO YOUR DAD DRIVING DOWN DELRAY...ALWAYS GIVING US A WAVE...REMEMBERING WHEN THEY GOT MARRIED, AND HAD BRUNCH OR DINNER AT TANGIERS..I REMEMBER THERE SALAD WAS SO GOOD AND WHEN I CAME HOME I TRIED TO MAKE THE SAME KIND BUT I PUT TOO MUCH SPICE IN IT...REMEMBER YOUR MOM AND DAD ALWAYS ON THE GO...ALSO REMEMBER EACH OF YOU BEING BORN..WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY YOU BECAME...AND MY DAD (MIKE GAUDER) TAKING ME TO THE HOUSE OF DOUBLES HE WOULD TALK AND HAVE A BEER AND ME A POP...THE TIMES MY DAD, YOUR FATHER, LOUIE AND OTHERS WOULD BOWL...I COULD KEEP GOING ON..BUT NOW HE IS HOME WITH YOUR MOTHER...AND IF YOU ARE CRYING AND SOMEONE WOULD ASK YOU WHAT IS WRONG, TELL THEM YOU ARE HAVING A MOMENT OF LOVE......GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES...AND AT THANKSGIVING I WAS VERY THANKFUL TO KNOW YOUR MOM AND DAD....FRANK & BECKIE
Deidre Buchanan
November 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. God Bless,
Marc, Sara, Evan Oravecz
November 26, 2008
Our thoughts are with you in your time of grief; please accept our deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers. Mr. Catalano was a kind man with a huge heart, he will be sorely missed.
Love,
Michael Fraser
November 26, 2008
Catalano Family,
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I'm sure your father is in a better place... Your mom and dad are together again. Take care, Michael & Theresa Fraser & family
Mike Wood
November 25, 2008
Amy, Gina, Steve & Robert,
We’re saddened to hear of the passing of your father. I’ll always have fond memories of watching him play backgammon at Loyal Oak Lake with all the other dads. Our prayers are with you during this time. God bless you all.
Mike and Amie Wood
Lynn Rininger-Dowling
November 25, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sarah Barna
November 25, 2008
Catalano Family,
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I'm sorry my grandfather, Richard Gray, couldn't be in town. He's down south for the winter. We will greatly miss your dad. If you need anything let us know.
Sarah, Nick, Elizabeth Barna
and Richard Gray
Dave and Jo Cain
November 25, 2008
Gina, Chris, Emily and Matthew Cain and the entire Catalano Family
We were so very saddened to hear of Steves passing,
please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time, may your memories bring you much comfort.
Rob and Nancy Nemitt
November 25, 2008
Gina, Chris, Emily and Matthew: Gina, we are very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. May you be comforted by your family to help you through the difficult times, and be joyous thinking of the wonderful memories you have from your family. Our deepest condolences to you and your family,
Andy Res
November 25, 2008
Dear Catalano Family,
My family and I offer our deepest sympathies for the loss of Uncle Steve. He was a man with a friendly smile, a generous heart, and a great sense of humor.
When I met him and Aunt Shirley in Port Clinton many years ago (I was there with Scott, Doug, & Terry on vacation) they both, without reservation, treated me the same as every other family member who was there. I will always remember their generosity and genuineness (and the awesome pasta dinners that they made!).
God Bless Uncle Steve, Aunt Shirley, and the whole Catalano Family!
Always Your Ms. Sturkey, Copley Schools/OhioKiwanis
November 25, 2008
Amy, Steve, Robert, Gina and Families,
Sorry about being out of town and unable to be with you during this time of loss. The Catalano family traditions/memories will always be with me and I am Blessed from the generosity and humor of your wonderful parents!
J Pekar
November 25, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Catalano Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Robert, Jen, & Louie Catalano
November 25, 2008
I love you Papa! Say Hi to Mimi for me and Unclie Louie! I will miss you all. Love Little Louie
Colleen Ahern
November 25, 2008
Dear Catalano Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He and your mother are in a wonderful place and together again. May God bless you and watch over you at this difficult time.
Marge Jenkins-Collier
November 25, 2008
North Hill was full of friends that loved Steve's personality & cooking. Remember the good times & know that he is in a far greater place.
Rich, Monica, and Lil Rich Rodenberg
November 24, 2008
Dear Catalano Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families. Your Dad and Mom always made their home open and warm. They will be truely missed.
Shawn Krunich
November 24, 2008
Dear Robert and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a very good man who will be missed by alot of people, he was very proud of you all, and now your Mom and Dad can be together again....If there is anything you need just let me know.......God bless
Harold DeFord
November 24, 2008
I knew your Dad back in the days of Lujan's Resturant in Tallmadge and Kent. We were great friends. So sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. I did not know that your Mother had passed away also.You probably don't remember me but I even helped paint your house in Copley back in the early 70's!! My Deepest Sympathy to all your families. Steve was a great guy!
God Bless.
thomas granata
November 24, 2008
to the familycousin was always one of my favorites as we were closest in age my sincerest condolences i wish that i could be with u but health rules all my luv cousin tom and carole
Jim & Suzanne Juersivich
November 24, 2008
Amy & Rich,
We are very sorry to about the loss of your father. We are thinking about you and your family during this time. Our prayers are with you.
Maggi and Bob Hinman
November 24, 2008
Rob and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this most difficult time. An old Russian proverb states simply that "we live as long as we are remembered".
Your dad will continue to live on for many years to come as you all recall and share family stories.
Your folks provided the Loyal Oak Lake Park gatehouse guys with great pizza over the years and that connection was really appreciated when Leigh Ann started the Copley School system and found you as a "neighbor" and later a ride to school.
Again---our thoughts are with you all.
Cheryl Dalehite
November 24, 2008
Dear Amy, Gina, Steve, Robert and Family, I was reflecting on Uncle Louie and your Dad, and the wonderful friendship they shared. So sad to lose them both in such a short span of time. Uncle Louis during Memorial Weekend and Your Dad now at Thanksgiving. Perhaps their message to us is Be Thankful for the time we shared and all those special memories we will always hold in our hearts. May god Bless you all , My Love, Cheryl Dalehite nee West
Tim Selby
November 24, 2008
Steve and Family, sorry to read about the loss of your Father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Tim & Karen Selby
The Bennett Family
November 24, 2008
Gina, Chris, Matthew and Emily Cain,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God's peace comfort you and your family.
sharon soles
November 24, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We are thinking of you all. Love, uncle george and the rest of the neuman families.
Sally Gutknecht
November 24, 2008
Amy and Rich,
We were so sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Sally and Dennis Gutknecht
Dave Nauer
November 24, 2008
Family of Steve Catalano
We will always remember him for his great sense of humor and his kidness to others. Some of his greatest phrases that will be missed greatley. Hey Chief and just give me a nickles worth
Dave an Becky Nauer
Dawn Ondrik-Neil
November 24, 2008
Amy,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayers are with you and Rich and your entire family.
Linda Haidet
November 24, 2008
Steve & Mindy,
Such beautiful sentiments. I'm sure your dad is very proud of you. You are blessed to have had him. I know that God will help you through these times, and with God's help, good will come out of it.
Lovingly,
Mary Klakulak
November 24, 2008
Catalano Kids,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing away. My thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family as you go through this journey of buryingyour dad. Please know he is with your mom and my parents...... Mary Klakulak and Family
Sheila Gambaccini
November 24, 2008
To the Cain, Siebert, and Catalano Families,
We are so sorry for your loss! You are in our thoughts and prayers! May the memories you share bring you peace during this difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Angie & Paul Bosela
Denise & Matt Young
Sheila & Steve Gambaccini
Paul Bosela, Jr.
Michelle Fast
November 24, 2008
Steve and Mindi,
I am very sorry to hear about your father passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! If there is anything I can do at all please do not hesitate to ask!
Mike & Denise Step
November 24, 2008
Gina,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He is in a much better place now. Now he and Shirley can be reunited again. God bless you all. Mike and Denise
Kelley, Dana, Suzanne, and Jeanette Your AB Friends
November 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley Scott
November 24, 2008
Robert,
My thought and prayers are with you and your whole family during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss and wish I could be there. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Eugene Hafler
November 24, 2008
My condolences to the Catalano family. It was a pleasure to meet and know Mr. Catalano over the years and to enjoy his company at his resturant.
Bunny and Joe Oldham
November 24, 2008
Dear Siebert, Cain and Catalano families-
Your dad is up in heaven, making your mom an awesome Thanksgiving Spread, telling her all the wonderful stories of her seven grandkids. You should be so proud of yourselves because you took such good care of your dad to the very end. The "men of the mall" can now have their weekly pow wows up in heaven ! May he always be on your minds and forever in your hearts.
Donald Stone akron podiatry assoc.
November 24, 2008
we are sorry for your loss we will miss steve and the smile he always had along with the pizza
Eugene & Dee Dee Hafler
November 24, 2008
Robert,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please know we are here if there is anything you need. May you and your family find comfort in God's love at this most difficult time.
With love,
Howard Kent
November 24, 2008
To the Entire Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Howard and Gina Kent
Jack and Marilyn Kent
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