DeJohn Funeral Homes & Crematory has opened the 2021 Ross Sr. & Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship for applications. High School students that demonstrate the ideals of passion, respect and organization will be eligible for the Ross Sr. & Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship. Each student awarded will receive $750 for his or her college tuition or books. Students may apply for the Ross Sr. & Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship by downloading and completing the online Continue reading
Life Coach Patty DeJohn discusses dealing with Grief on WKYC
Watch Here to see the full story. Our own Patty DeJohn was featured on WKYC this week. DeJohn's advice for anyone struggling to grieve this holiday season or feeling alone is to let it all out. Do not bottle things up, as your sadness will only grow. Here are three specific things you can do to cope: 1. Simplify things If you are struggling, find things or people that do make you happy or bring you comfort, and focus on those things. 2. Write Continue reading
Tree of Remembrance 2020- Socially Distant
We know the holiday season, while joyous for most people, may be difficult for those who have lost a loved one. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic we cannot safely host our annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony. However, we are still committed to providing our families an opportunity to honor those who have died this year. DeJohn-Zevnik- Cosic Mullally Funeral Homes invites you and your family and friends to hang an ornament on one of our decorated trees in front of either of our Willoughby Continue reading
Stockings for Soldiers
DeJohn Funeral Homes and Crematory is coordinating its annual Stockings for Soldiers program now through Monday, November 23 to send a taste of home for the holidays to US troops overseas, their families and local veterans. The DeJohn family supplies the red and white stockings free of charge to take home, decorate and stuff with Holiday Cheer. Included with the stocking is a list of suggested stuffers such as long socks, AA batteries, personal care items, AT&T calling cards and Continue reading
Happy First Birthday Giovanni
Happy First Birthday Giovanni "Gio" We are so glad to have you in our DeJohn family and proud of your training as one of our Therapy Dogs. Continue reading
2020 Ross Sr & Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship Awarded
We are pleased to announce the nine local students we have awarded with our Ross Sr. & Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship. Each student will receive $750 for his or her college tuition or books in 2020. Scholarships were awarded to Michael Favazzo of Mayfield High School (attending Mercyhurst University, Architecture Design); Skylar Franklin of Charles F. Brush High School (attending Capital University, Music Tech); Lilia Valentic of Kirtland High School (attending University of Dayton, Continue reading
Meet Our Staff: Patty DeJohn
Patty is a natural “helper” and caregiver which led her to joining DeJohn Funeral Homes as a Bereavement Specialist. While she admires the passion that her husband, Ross DeJohn Jr., has for funeral service, she wanted to be there for people after the funeral had ended. Her spiritually is core to her being and what she values in this life. "When we bought the funeral home I never wanted to be a Funeral Director but I learned the business by watching the directors and helping out in many areas. Continue reading
Watch how GIO grows and continues his training
GIO, a five-month old Portuguese Water Dog, he is currently growing and training to join the Therapy Dog program at DeJohn Funeral Homes. After he receives his certification, Gio will join Therapy Dog Coco in providing support to families at the funeral home and in the community. In difficult times, we can all appreciate unconditional affection. As certified Therapy Dogs, Coco and Gio provide comfort and emotional support to families during their grief journey. They love to help and give Continue reading
Welcome our new Therapy Dog – GIO
Proud to welcome Giovanni "GIO" into our DeJohn family and staff! He's a 6 month old Portuguese Water Dog currently growing and training to join our Therapy Dog program in the funeral home. Keep following us to see progress on his training and watch how much he grows... Continue reading
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