BORN

1925

DIED

2011

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Stephen Albanese Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 7, 2011.

Stephen Anthony Albanese passed away peacefully on September 5, 2011. Steve was born on July 13, 1925 in Cleveland, Ohio to Adolph and Josephine Albanese (deceased). After graduating from East High School, he served for three years in the Army Air Corp. After discharge, he married Doris (nee Pittts, deceased) and settled in Cleveland to raise their three children, John (Susan nee Vincent), Stephen (Kathleen, nee Lehane) and Deborah Moore (David). During this time Steve worked in management for Midwest Sani-Clean/Ohio Garment Rental. He was active with the little league and scouting programs in the Mayfield Heights area. In 1981, he married Judith (nee Ercegovic) and moved to Rocky River where they raised two children, Christopher and Elizabeth. During this time he taught business classes at Myers University and continued to be involved with youth sports programs, Meals on Wheels and with his parish community. Steve was loved by many and held in high esteem for his kind, gentle ways and wonderful cooking. In addition to his wife and children, he leaves behind his brothers
Adolph (Terry), Victor and Robert, grandchildren Stephen, Kelly (Brad Thobe), Lauren (Lew Nevins), Katelyn, Joelle, Dale (Fifi), Leslie, Frances Albanese, Sean and Sydney Moore. Great grandchildren Jackson, Brady and Quinn Thobe and Liam Nevins.

The family will receive friends at the Craciun Berry Funeral Home 23040 Center ridge Road, Westlake, Ohio on Thursday, Sept 8, from 2-4 and 6-8pm.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at St. Christopher Catholic Church in Rocky River, Friday, Sept 9, at 11am. Interment Sunset Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Christopher Church, Father Ostrowski Mission Fund, 20141 Detroit Road,Rocky River, Ohio 44116.

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September 13, 2011

Shannon Hanna

Dear Judy and Family, I was saddened to hear about Mr. Albanese. He was a very kind man. He will be missed dearly. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Shannon Hanna (Dr. Schodowski's)

September 10, 2011

Mary Pawlicki

Dear Judith and family,Our memories of family camp wouldn't be complete without you as you camped nearby to share the good times. We had yearly visits as the kids grew. It was nice to see Frances working at camp with Katie continuing the legacy of Camp Christopher spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Mary and Dean Pawlicki

September 9, 2011

Heidi Glynias

Dear Chris, Liz and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I wish you comfort through this difficult time and hope that the wonderful memories you have with your dad will continue to warm your hearts and put a smile in your face.
hugs....

September 8, 2011

Dear Judith and Family
Just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I always looked forward to my periodic phone calls from Uncle Steve just checking to see how I was doing. He was a caring and loving soul and I know he will be missed by all.

Love
Darcy Hickey (Albanese)

September 8, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the Albanese Family. May God guide you through this time.

Dan and Mary Mariotti

September 8, 2011

Dan & Mary Flannery

Dear Judy & Family, We feel truly blessed to have known Steve. He had a way of making you feel special. Our prayers,thoughts and sadness are with you. May God be holding all of you in His hands

September 8, 2011

Dear Albanese Family,
We remember all of the times we stopped by your cabin to visit and all of the wonderful activities that we shared at Family Camp. Most of all, we shared the Christopher Spirit. May that be with you now as will our thoughts and prayers.
The Marras Family

September 7, 2011

Mark Albanese

My sympathy and prayers to you Judith and family , may the peace of our Lord be with you at this time and always.

September 7, 2011

Beth Dawson

My deepest sympathy to you all! Please know that my love and prayers are with you. Wishing you God's peace.

September 7, 2011

Jeanne McGuire

Judith and Family,

We send our love and prayers of support as you travel this difficult journey. We send Camp Christopher hugs!!

Love,
Lynn Pietrocini and Jeanne McGuire

September 7, 2011

Dear Judith, John & Susan,
We are saddened by the passing of Steve, he was a kind and gentle soul who always made us smile. Please extend our sympathies to the family and know our prayers are with you.

God Bless You,
Rita & Tony Brazie

September 7, 2011

Lorrie Gattozzi-Radis

Dear Deborah,
So sorry to read about your Dad's passing. I remember him growing up on Woodrow as we used to play down your basement with our Barbie dolls and endless games of Clue.A very caring Dad.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 7, 2011

Jerry Thomas

Judith, Steve, Kathleeen, Frances and all the rest of the Family,

Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve for Steve,a humble and gentle man, while at the same time celebrate his new life. Praying for peace for all of you.

Love,

Jerry and Elaine Thomas and Family

September 7, 2011

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September 7, 2011

AL& Terry Albanese

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September 7, 2011

Kelly Thobe

Love you Judy, Chris and Liz. We will all miss Grandpa, but his spirit and memories will live on through us.

September 7, 2011

Judy, We send our love. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marge and Bob Labbe

September 7, 2011

Judy, Chris and Liz, you are in my prayers and in the prayers of our Marianist communities. Love, BT Bro. Tom

September 7, 2011

Steve, Kathleen and Family,
My prayers are with you at this special time, With Sincere Condolences,
Aunt Bernice

September 7, 2011

Evelyn Parries

To Judy and Family,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you. God Bless.

September 7, 2011

Mary and Bill Stief

Dear Judy and Family. It seems like yesterday that we attended your beautiful wedding and waited each Christmas to see how the children grew. Life goes by so quickly. Steve was a jewel and I know you will miss him terribly. Our love and prayers are with you. Love you,

September 7, 2011

Will miss you Brother,Love Bob, AL, Vic.

September 7, 2011

A.. Cartier

We are praying for you as you remember your Father, the scripture at "Isaiah 41:10", I hope will bring you comfort and strength as well.

With Sincere Condolences,
The Cartier Family

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