MEAD JOSEPH ALAIMO, age 79 of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Brecksville, Ohio died August 22, 2011. Beloved son of Jennie (Ianuzzo) and Alfonso Alaimo. Dearest father of Dianne Radigan (Ray, deceased), Greg (Toni) and Jeff; devoted grandfather of Lisa Radigan (Christian Coughlan) and Sara Radigan, Adrienne, Michael, Stephanie and Paul Alaimo; dear brother of Lou (deceased) (Stella), Sam (deceased) (Annie, deceased) (Andrea), Jenny Piazza (deceased) (Al), and Mae LoParo (Tony, deceased), George Alaimo (Rosette, deceased), Flo Antol (Bob) and loving uncle and great uncle of many. Mead was an entrepreneur and businessman who grew a small shoe repair business to a major orthopedic and medical product supply company, Acor Orthopaedic, which is dedicated to the design and production of custom orthopedic and diabetic shoes with a focus on helping individuals lead more productive and active lifestyles. Mead taught many the values of hard work, perseverance and determination. He was a generous man, an optimist who saw opportunity in every situation and had an ability to connect with people on all levels. He will be so missed by his family and friends but his spirit, determination and fortitude live on. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Suncoast Hospice, Clearwater, FL or Children's Hunger Alliance, Columbus, Ohio. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Saturday August 27 at St. Francis of Assisi Church 6850 Mayfield Road Gates Mills, Ohio, 44040. Entombment All Souls Cemetery. The family will receive friends at THE DiCICCO AND SONS FUNERAL HOME 5975 MAYFIELD RD., MAYFIELD HTS.,(at Lander Rd.) FRIDAY 4 TO 8 PM. Online tribute and condolences www.diciccoandsonsfh.com