OBITUARIES

A Remembrance of Loved Ones

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James P. Durket

James P. Durket, age 63. Loving partner of Amy Jaklich for 22 years; son of Peter and Catherine (both deceased); brother of Michael and the following deceased Cathy, Susie, and John. Devoted uncle and great-uncle of many. Jimmy was known for his BIG heart, sense of humor, and his devotion to his cats.  He was an animal lover, compassionate, kind, and giving. Jimmy was a dear friend to many and will be deeply missed.

A Celebration Of Life gathering will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the back hall of the PLAV 850 East 200th. St. Cleveland, OH 44119.

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James Louis Cellura

December 13, 1954 - October 31, 2021

James Louis Cellura, 66, of Euclid passed away at his home on October 31, 2021 surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born December 13, 1954 in Euclid to the late Jerry V. and Jennie Cellura. He graduated from Euclid High School and continued to live in Euclid most of his life. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Era veteran. He was the proud owner of Serenity Trucking. He was a long-standing member of Alcoholics Anonymous with 25 years of sobriety. Jim was an avid motorcyclist and especially enjoyed buying, selling, and repairing bikes. He loved watching football with his buddies and was a loyal Cleveland Brown’s and Green Bay Packer fan. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. Survivors include his wife, Nancy (Hotz) Cellura, daughter, Nicole (Daniel) Lanigan, son, Jason (Danielle) Cellura, and sister, Judi (Sam) Osborne. He was the proud grandfather to Ashlyn, Brinley and Cullin Lanigan, and loving uncle to Steven Woodruff, Randy Woodruff, Robyn Woodruff, Jacqui (Brian) Ziegler and Timothy Osborne. Jim was also a great-uncle to five great-nieces and two great-nephews. In addition to his immediate family, he was loved by his mother-in-law, Stephanie (Robert) Lee, father-in-law, Lee Bush, sister-in-law, September (Terry) Patterson and brother-in-law, Stephen (Johnna) Hotz. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry V and Jennie Cellura, brother, Jerome J. Cellura and sister, Jeannette Cellura. 

A Celebration of Life to honor Jim will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at Vineyard Community Church, 1928 East 300th Street, Wickliffe, OH 44092. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. 

Please offer condolences at www.blessingcremation.com

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James Edward Salzbrunn

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September 9, 1937 - January 7, 2021

“Jimmy the Brick” world’s best brick layer and stone mason for over 63 years. He began his career with Fragassi & Son Mason Contractors. James was born in Chicago, Illinois to his parents the late Fred and Mary Alice (nee Hall) Salzbrunn; beloved husband of Jeri (nee Fragassi) for 52 years; father extraordinaire of Michael James, Susan Marie and Patricia Ann; extremely proud grandfather of Hannah Leigh, Sarah (deceased), Kurt James, and James Michael; great-grandfather of Luke and Hailey Hope; brother of William, Renee, Ellen Shelfo, and the following deceased:  Richard, Rose Mary Hass, and Ben. Our father “Bricks” gave every part of his heart and hard work to everyone, he gave everything!! Mike, Sue and Patricia are blessed by the legacy of their parents. Jim and Jeri were a strong couple with love and passion. Jim loved his family and his many friends.  A special thanks to all of you. He loved being “Boss”, Nascar, casinos, and watching the horses run. 

In the spring of 2021, as he requested for a celebration of his awesome 84 years of life, his cremains will be buried next to his wife at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Hillside, Illinois. “God loves you dad” 

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Gordon J. McCullough "Jim"

August 21, 1950 - December 2, 2016

Gordon J. McCullough “Jim”. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Slaper); Dearest father of Jimmy, Eric, and Leah (Joe Peckis); Loving  grandfather of Aiden, Lillian, and Raelynn; Dear brother, uncle, and friend of many. Jim was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, a member of Local #5, and VFW Post #7754. He was also a youth football coach in Fairport Harbor.  He worked at Home Depot in Euclid at the Pro service desk. 

 Services will be Wednesday, December 7 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua 315 5th. St. in Fairport Harbor. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.                  Donations can be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland, OH 44110

 

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