KENNETH J. FRUSCELLA age 76, beloved husband for 54 years of Gloria (nee DeRose); loving father of Kenneth (wife Linda), Dianne Delanis (husband Mark), and Ronald (wife Kathlene); devoted grandfather of Nicole Churchill (Dan), Daniel and Eric Eiermann, Michael and Robert Fruscella, Joseph and Christopher Delanis, Nicole, Brianna and Ronnie Fruscella, great-grandfather of John and Walter; cherished son of the late John and Laura (nee Pantalone) Fruscella; treasured brother of Pam Forniti (husband Robert) and the late Dolores Sari (husband Raymond); dearest brother-in-law of Ronald DeRose (wife Patti); dear uncle and great-uncle of many.
Ken was born on November 27, 1939 in Cleveland and passed away on November 28, 2015. He was a resident of Twinsburg for 20 years previously of South Euclid. Ken graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1958 where he was Class President and Drum Major and attended University of Austin. He was an usher and Eucharistic minister at St. Rita Catholic Church for 20 years. Before Ken moved to Twinsburg he was a faithful parishioner at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. Ken was the owner/operator of a cleaning company for many years. He played keyboard in a rock band and accordion in a polka band.
Ken loved traveling with his wife Gloria, especially on cruises. He was an avid bowler and coached CYO baseball and basketball. Ken enjoyed watching his favorite sports teams, the Indians, Browns and OSU football. His family will remember Ken as fun-loving, outgoing, giving and having a great sense of humor. Ken was a very generous man to the point where he never said no to anyone.
Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, December 5, 2015 at St. Rita Catholic Church 33200 Baldwin Rd., Solon, OH 44139 at 10 AM. Burial following at Crown Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Ken at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) FRIDAY 3-8 PM.
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Carla DeRose
Life is but one step in a much greater journey…
Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.”
With deepest sympathy,
Carla
John E. (Johnny) Campi
So sad to here of Ken’s passing. I only have good memories of him. You are all in my thoughts and my prayers.
With love and fond memories from years long past.
John
Colleen Sullivan
My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Bryan Hoffart
I have known the Fruscella family since I was 6 years old. Mr. and Mrs. Fruscella were like my second parents. I was over at their house as much as my own from grade school at St. Greg’s all the way through high school and college. Mr. Fruscella was a life teacher; he gave me my first real job at age 15-16 and showed me (and Ken Jr.) what having a job and responsibility meant as early as our sophomore years of high school. I will never forget him or all the times over at the houses on Whitehall and Berwick in South Euclid. I won’t forget how he coached our CYO high school basketball team when no one else stepped up to do it. He talked to me (and all of Ken Jr’s friends) about life, sports, girls, school, etc. I loved Mr. Fruscella and am glad I got the opportunity to tell him that last week. I will never forget him.
The Tryon Family
Forever in our Hearts until we meet again…
Love & Light to comfort Friends and Family
Peace to All & God Bless~
The Tryon Family
Tom Jagels
Mrs. F., Kenny, Diane & Ron,
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I have many wonderful memories of hanging out at the Fruscella household. Mr Fruscella was a a great coach & mentor to so many young people! May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Jeannine Bell
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Michelle yako
He was such a great man I’m so sad to hear of his passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Rita & Tony Brazie
I always admired Ken and his love for Gloria & their children. He was truly a gentleman and someone to be admired for his many accomplishments.
Our deepest sympathies to his entire family.
Samantha Salindo
I only knew Ken for a short time, but he was the most kind and caring person I have ever had the privilege of working with. He will be greatly missed by many. My thoughts are with his family.
Terry Giancaterino
Prayers of strength and courage to the family and friends of Ken. Ken was one of my first “Bosses” when I was fresh out of High School and became a supervisor for a cleaning company when he was in charge of St. Ignatius High School. He was a patient, kind and supportive mentor and friend. His knowledge and understanding helped shape the person I became today. We had lost touch with each other over the years, but I never forgot his wisdom, infectious smile and his laugh. I am saddened by his passing, but am also comforted in knowing he lived a long and happy life, with a large and loving family at his side. Rest in peace, and know you made a difference my friend……. Terry G.
Albert Tusin
Dear Gloria: I was so sorry to read of the passing of Ken. I have thought about you two many times over the years and have the warmest memories of you both. I know what you are going through. I lost Pidge I. 2012 after 52 years of marriage, three children, seven grandchildren and, currently, five great-grandchildren. Time heals the pain of loss, replaced by the many warm memories that you two shared over these many years.
I remarried last year to s very nice lady who lost her husband after 49 years of marriage. Pidge and I made a pact years ago to try to remarry when one of us passed, but I always thought that I would go first, but the Lord had a different plan. I hope to hear from you when you are able. My wife, Jan. and I live in Lodi, Ohio, about twelve miles south of Medina. With warmest thoughts of two old friends, Al
Gloria
Al, how nice of you acknowledge Ken’s passing. I am so happy to hear from you. I’ll try to get in touch with you soon. Gloria.
Kathleen Johnson
Dear Gloria and family,
My deepest sympathy to you. May your fond memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. I shall keep you in my prayers. Kathleen Johnson, former neighbor and Berg grad
Bob Begin
Dear Gloria, My love and prayers are with you and your family. Of course an old bachelor cannot imagine what great emotions of gratitude and grief are conflicting in your heart after 54 years of love and mutual mission. Hopefully he will be carrying all of you to the heart of Christ and the heart of Christ to your hearts until the great reunion. I will never forget and I remember with thanksgiving how your wonderful family welcomed me back in the tumultuous 60’s and I will remember Ken and all of you during Christmas Masses. Bob Begin
Joe Bielanski
Ken, I will miss seeing your smile, hearing you say “Joey” and our friendly hand shakes at GetGo. I was always happy to talk to you and hear about everything going on in your life. Going into GetGo will never be the same. I will miss seeing you there. The world lost one hell of a great man and heaven gained yet another awesome angel! I will be thinking about you, your wife and your family! Look down on me and my family from time to time! Gonna miss you brother!
Jim Pantalone
Dear Cousin Gloria and family,
It was with great sadness that I heard about Ken’s passing. Though I only met the family once when we visited in 1985, I felt humbled to have such wonderful relatives in Cleveland. Please accept my most profound condolences on the loss of your beloved husband.
With deepest sympathy to you, Ken, Dianne, and Ron.
Love, cousin Jim Pantalone
Fair Oaks, Ca.
Robert and Esther Laczko
Our prayers and sympathy go out to you all.
I have fond memories of the old gang and the band in the 50s.
The special time that was.
Peace and love to all. Bob
Vicki Blythin
Ken was one of the sweetest, kindest and fun people I’ve ever known. It’s hard to believe that 54 years have passed since we all were part of your fabulous wedding day. I have such fond memories of the DeRose/Fruscella family back in the day when Josie would have us all at the dining table to coffee and pastries and then the planning of the wedding; the births of our first children; how time flies but the memories are beautiful. Condolences to you all.