Dorothy M. VLCEK (nee DeArmin), Age 84 of Parma Heights joined our Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven on June 3 at the Cleveland Clinic as a result of complications from acute myelogenous leukemia. She was born March 26, 1926 in Johnstown, PA and moved to the Cleveland area when she was 19. She was married to her husband John for 59 years. Dorothy was a loving and dedicated wife, mother of two sons and grandmother of 8. She was preceded in death by her sisters Thelma and Vivian. She is survived by her husband John, sons Larry (Lorraine) of Charlotte, NC and Ron (Susan) of Medina, grandchildren Sarah of Chicago, Erica of Charlotte, Laura of Chicago, Brent of Washington DC, Carolyn of Chicago, Devon of Berlin, Germany, Mark of Columbus and David of Medina.
Friends are welcome to join the family for visitation on Sunday, June 6, 2-4 and 6-8 PM at The Zabor Funeral Home, 5680 Pearl Rd. Parma (betw. Snow & Ridge).
Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, June 7, 10:00 AM at St. John Bosco Church. Interment: Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. To offer condolences please visit www.ZaborFH.com
Messages of Condolence
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheri and Dave Frederick
Uncle John, Larry, Ron, and families
I was sorry to hear of Aunt Dorothy’s passing. It was a shock to hear the news, as she was so vibrant at my parents’ anniversary party last July. I will always remember her sweet nature and the gentle way she laughed.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Christine Lidrbauch
Susan & Family,
We were glad to have met Dorthy & John at many of Susan & Ron’s parties. We always enjoyed them both & know she will be missed.
When my Dad died we received the following message: Tonight when you look up.
Don’t think of them as stars.
Think of them as porch lights
Welcoming your loved one safely home.
It was of great comfort to us and we hope it will be to all of you also.
With sincere sympathy,
Jan Beeman & Paul Burstadt
We just wanted you to know that we are praying for you all and sending hugs and love. Your mother was a special person and we always looked forward to visiting with her at your parties. We will miss her.
Celebrating her life,
Dan and Susan Davis
Uncle John and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Aunt Dot will be greatly missed.
With our sympathy and love,
Jim and Sharon Black
John,
Kay and I were saddened to hear of Dorothy’s passing. We regret missing her services, but we were in Florida at the time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Stay strong and and find comfort in Bishop Pilla’s advice when he said ” No one is dead until they are no longer remembered by those they loved.”
Vince & Kay Krist