Kim Paduano

age 69, beloved wife for 43 years of the late Stephen; loving mother of Kaitlin Paduano (husband Christopher Holmes), Kelly Paduano (husband Larry Tanner), Dylan (Marley Lieberman) and the late Michael; devoted grandmother of Marley; cherished daughter of the late William and Margaret (nee Meehan) Marks; treasured sister of Karen Corrao (husband Robert), Kristine Stepnokowski (husband Rich), and William "Billy" and the late Kathy Marks; dear aunt of Jamie and Xavier Davis, Justin and Kalie Corrao, Adriana and Kyle Ripma, Joseph and Kim Corrao, Benjamin and Caroline Stepnowski, Lauren and Jose Juarez; Godson Anthony and Katie Rich and Gina Rich; dearest daughter-in-law of Barbara (nee Yenigar) and the late Donald Paduano; fond sister-in-law of Patricia Rich (husband Dean MD); dear niece of Ann Schmidlin; cousin and best friend of Bonnie and Ralph Zacovic and many others.

Kim was born on June 19,1956 and passed away on August 28, 2025. She graduated from Brush High School in 1974. Her culinary interests ran deep as she went on to spend her career in the food service industry as a manager in the Shaker Heights School system. Her creative talents were countless in addition to cooking she enjoyed painting and had a flair for decorating. She was well versed in a variety of music and enjoyed attending many concerts. She was an avid Ohio State University fan as well as a Cleveland sports buff. Her thoughtfulness and caring personality lent her to be a generous friend. Her selflessness was demonstrated by giving of her time and many gifts. She also had a heart for dogs and was involved with dog rescue. With her social personality, quick wit and friendly demeanor she could be found at numerous parties and known to be the "last in" and "the last out". Kim's passing will leave lasting and loving impression on the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She will be missed by all.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in memory of Kim to Northeast Ohio SPCA Pet Shelter 9555 Brook Park Rd. Parma OH.

Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, September 3. 2025 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 10 AM. Cremation following by DeJohn Crematory. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Kim at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.)TUESDAY 4-8 PM.