OBITUARIES
A Remembrance of Loved Ones
Donald Joseph Pertz
May 16, 1952 - May 10, 2023
Donald Joseph Pertz of Willoughby Hills. Beloved husband of Veree (nee Luttrell) for 32 years; father of Shannon, Frank (Karen), Desiree (Matt), Jennifer (Steve), Robin (Nate), and William; grandfather of Andrew, Seth, Xander, Robert (Chloe), Hannah, Aidan, Avery, Blake, Wrangler and Jason; great-grandfather of Weston; brother-in-law, uncle, and cherished friend of many. Donald was preceded in death by his parents Frank William and Dorothy Lee (nee Minter) Pertz.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Donald G. Sopko
June 3, 1933 - December 16, 2018
Donald G. Sopko beloved husband of Flaviana (nee A); father of Paul (Maribeth), Dawna Hurst (Matt), and Douglas (Shelly); grandfather of Rob (Emily), Rachael, Matthew, Nicole, Ethan, Brayden, Cody, and Sofia; great grandfather of Carter; brother, uncle, cousin, and friend of many; Donald retired from the Maple Hts. School district and was a member of the Dahlia Society. He loved dogs and was a trainer for many years.
Services will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Zion Lutheran Church 5780 Dunham Rd. Maple Hts., OH 44137. Burial will take place after the service.
Donald Gerbasi
December 31, 1932 - December 19, 2017
Beloved soul mate and best friend of Lee A. Niro for 50 years; father of Paul and Christopher; grandfather of 4 and great-grandfather; brother of Beverly Bonadonna, Michael, and Ronald (deceased).
Services will be private.
Donald S. Barry "Froggy"
January 11, 1946 - April 30, 2017
Donald S. Barry “Froggy” age 71 of Chardon. High School sweetheart and beloved husband of 51 years to Linda K. (nee Smith); father of Matthew (Michelle), and Lisa Ratliff; grandfather of Amanda Ratliff (Brandon), Christopher Ratliff (Anna), Zach, Mackenzie, and Madisyn; great-grandfather of Anna Belle, Beau, and Luke; son of John and Shirley (both deceased); brother of John D.(Patsy, deceased) and Jeanne Wynans (David); Don worked for RTA for over 30 years. He loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
DONALD L. DISBRO
August 18, 1943 - June 11, 2016
Donald L. Disbro, 72, of Painesville, passed away June 11, 2016 in Painesville. He was born August 18, 1943 in Painesville.He was a Braider Operator/ Radix Wire Co/40 years.He is survived by his wife, Laura (nee Battista); Children: DonaRae Disbro Breedlove (Craig); Grandchildren: Misty Lee Love, Jeni Wilfong, Kenya Williams, Kristy Hall; Great- grandchildren: Dareon Howard, Michael Williams, Layla Wil- liams, James P. Love III, Lilly R. Love; Step children: Jason R. Lewis and Joshua R. Lewis.
Private services will be held.