MARCELLA A. VANEK (nee Becka) age 92, beloved wife of the late Edward F. Jr.; loving mother of Michael (wife Patricia), Edward F. III “Butch” (wife Terry) and dear mother-in-law of the late Marlene Vanek; devoted grandmother of Melissa Dobos (husband Josh), Mark (wife Brooke), Molly Rosenberger (husband Jim), Tom (wife Katherine), Brian (wife Kellie), Brian Harting (wife Kelly), Jon Harting, Kevin Wees (wife Kristi), Darren Wees (wife Cory) and great-grandmother of 15; cherished daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (nee Matejka) Becka; dearest sister of the late Joseph Becka (wife Virginia, dec) and Robert Becka (wife Mary Lou); dear aunt and great-aunt of many.
Marcella was born on August 1, 1925 in Cleveland and passed away on December 30, 2017. She was a resident of Euclid for the past 50 years and for the past 2 years lived at Anna Maria in Aurora. Marcella was parishioner of St. Paul’s for many years and most recently St. John of the Cross. She was a homemaker and loved volunteering her time at St Paul’s fish fry and pancake breakfasts. She also served as an usher. A few of Marcella’s favorite pastimes included cross word puzzles, electronic games, baking and cooking, bingo, card games and puzzles. She was an avid reader and loved Polka music. Marcella will be remembered most as a selfless, loving, outgoing, kind and caring woman with a gentle soul who loved her family and faith dearly. She will be greatly missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Marcella to Hospice of Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110.
Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, January 4, 2018 at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church at 10 AM. Burial following at Calvary Cemetary. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Marcella at THE DeJOHN FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATIONS CENTER OF CHESTERLAND 12811 CHILLICOTHE ROAD (Rt. 306, just south of Mayfield Rd.) Wednesday 7-9 PM.
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Laraine Cutshaw
I did not know her well, but I could tell what a special person she was. She reminded me of my own grandmother and we had our little “Cleveland Connection”. I know she will be greatly missed. Rest easy sweet “Marcy” ❤
Doug Cox
Ed & Terry,
You and your family are in our prayers. I am sure the Lord has welcomed her home.
God Bless
Doug and the Built-Rite Family
Virginia (Ginny)and Bill Pinkava
After Marcy went to the “Home” I promised her, I would call her from time to time. Sometimes I got thru to her and sometimes she wasn’t in her room. When I called the last time I was so surprised when a man answered. It was Marcy’s son, Mike, who told me of Marcy’s passing.
I can’t tell you how sorry I am to hear the news. Marcy was not only related to my husband but I considered her a “special” friend. Looking back over the years we had wonderful parties etc. We also met for lunch to share pictures of our Kids and our Grandchildren. She was a “SPECIAL ,SPECIAL PERSON”
Virginia (Ginny)and Bill Pinkava
When Marcy went to the “home” I promised her I would call her, which I did from time to time. Sometimes she answered and we got to talk; sometimes she wasn’t in her room to take the call. But this time when I called, a man answered. It was Marcy’s son Mike, and he told me of her passing. I was so surprised. Not only was Marcy a cousin to my husband Bill, but she was a special friend to me. Looking back, we had so many good times, memorable parties, and lunches, where we shared pictures of our kids and grandkids. Marcy was a SPECIAL person, and will always be remembered. Our deepest condolences to the family.