JAMES E. “JIM” CERMAK age 64, of Walton Hills, entered into eternal life July 21, 2016.
Jim was born December 11, 1951 in Cleveland, OH to the late James E. Sr. and Agnes E. (nee Sedlak). He graduated Holy Name High School and earned a business degree from Cleveland State. Jim spent his entire career in upper management working for Fifth Third Bank formerly Cardinal Federal, and First Nationwide Bank. Jim spent his free time playing and watching sports. He was a true and loyal fan of the Cleveland Indians.
Jim is survived by his wife of 29 years Michele (nee Palumbo); sons Nicholas Sattelmaier (wife Kady) and Michael Cermak; grandchildren Joslyn and Crosby Sattelmaier; siblings Robert (wife Margaret), Jane Daly (husband Robert), Gerard (wife Rhea), William, Steven (wife Roseanne), Charles (wife Sandra), and Lois Simon (husband Joseph); many nieces and nephews; his cats Bob and Jade and his dog Jett.
His family will remember him as the eternal optimist who was loving, caring, compassionate and a selfless man that was a true model for all people. He was a wonderful husband and a great mentor to his children. Anyone who knew Jim will recall a kind and gentle soul who had a “happy go lucky” feel to him and always had a smile on his face.
Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Jim at THE FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 W. AURORA RD. (RT. 82) SAGAMORE HILLS FRIDAY 2-4 and 5-8 PM
Prayers at the funeral home, Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 9 am followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am, at St. Monica Catholic Church. Entombment following at All Saints Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Jim’s memory to the Seidman Cancer Center C/O University Hospitals of Cleveland P.O. Box 94554 Cleveland, OH 44101 (secure.uhgiving.org).
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Michele Cermak
Jim my love of my life❤️
Irene Aschenbener
Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Irene, Joe, Danielle and Ryan Aschenbener
Karen Bosley
Will always remember Jim for convincing me to come to “the dark side” and become a manager! He was a wonderful man and will be missed –
Rose Yovich
A great Loss to your family andyour friends – My dear mentor and close friend will always be in my heart. He always made me feel welcome with whatever my concerns were. He no longer is suffering but he will be greatly missed.
susan flowers
Words can not express how much he will be missed in the lives of his family and friends. Luckily Jozy is old enough to remember her Papa and Crosby will grow up hearing stories about him. He certainly guided Nick in the steps to being a good and loving husband and father. My sincere sympathy to you for the loss of this gentle and wonderful man.
Chriss Maglionico
I am so sorry to learn of your loss of such a great man. Whenever I had the pleasure of seeing James with his beautiful wife and family I could feel nothing but love and kindness. I am sure heaven has gained another fine angel to watch over you all.
Bill Damm
Michele,
Sorry to hear about Jim.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Loretta
Bruce and I want to give our sincerest condolences to your family.
RALPH CONSOLO
My Deepest Sympathies To My Cousin Michele Her Children and Grandchildren..
ALWAYS PRAYERS
Courtney Cummins
I started at Fifth Third in my twenties . Jim was always kind and willing to lend a hand or an ear. He was a great mentor and friend and I will miss him dearly.
Chuck Junod
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jim and Eileen Leverentz
Lois, sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Prayers for you and your family. Miss you.
Dominick and Loretta Adornato
Michele: We are so sorry to hear that Jim had passed away. What a great loss to his family and friends. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathies. Dominick and Loretta Adornato
Amell Ramadan
Michael, my deepest condolences for the loss of your father. I pray that you and your mother, brother and rest of your entire family find strength and support during this tough time of losing a beloved one. Sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
Amell
Elda
My deepest condolences to the family, may you find comfort in prayer and the beautiful words of Revelation 21:3,4 where God promises us that He will soon eliminate all death and suffering.
Anna
Michele, my heart is breaking for you my dear friend, as you mourn the passing of your beloved husband Jim.
I am sending love and prayers to you and your family as you go through this most difficult time. Jim was an amazing, intelligent, kind person, and loving, caring husband. It’s obvious he was cared for by so many, which is a testament to his life, and how well lived.
Dr. BJ Showman
Dear Michelle,
You are such an angel to Jim and he will be your angel in heaven. I am sure he is looking down upon you all with a smile. I am so sorry for your loss God Bless you and your family during this difficult time.