VINKO RADISEK, age 90, beloved husband for 65 years of Ivana (nee Butara); loving father of Liljana “Lil” Kabasan (husband Jim), Sonja Moscato (husband Tom), and Vince “Misa” (fiancé Frannie Jurkovic); devoted Ati of Mathew Erzen, Jessica Watkins (husband Tommy), TJ Moscato, Nikki Haney (husband Tony), Vince, Katrina, Danielle, and great grandpa of Emmy, Levi, and Lorenzo; cherished son of the late Franc and Antonija (nee Jager); dearest brother of Josef, Anton, Pavle, and the late Franc and Martin; dear uncle and great-uncle of many.
Vinko was born on January 31, 1932, in Orehovo, Slovenia and immigrated to the United States in 1956. It was then that he married his beloved wife, Ivana, and together they established their family in Cleveland and Richmond Heights. Strong in his faith and heritage he was a parishioner of St. Vitus Catholic Church and member of the Slovenska Pristava Pensioners. Vinko enjoyed being outdoors fishing and having a cold drink with his brother. He stayed active bowling, watching the Cleveland sports teams, and dancing with his beloved wife. He and Ivana also enjoyed traveling with three other couples. Vinko was extremely hard working and lived his life making sure that his wife and children were taken care of. In Slovenia he was a dedicated cabinet maker and a dedicated carpenter in Cleveland. On July 30, 2022, Vinko passed away peacefully in the home that he built, 59 years ago, with family by his side. He leaves his family missing his compassion, care, and witty sense of humor until the day they meet again.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Vinko to St. Mary Church.
Family and friends are requested to meet for a Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, August 4, 2022, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 15519 Holmes Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110, at 11:30 AM.
Burial following at All Souls.
Cremation by DeJohn Crematory.
Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Vinko at THE ZEVNIK-COSIC FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) WEDNESDAY 6-8 PM.
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Lisa Carroll
With Deepest Condolences to the family
Sonja Moscato
To my dearest Ati.. you have been gone for three days now, it feels like forever already. I miss your laughs, moans and most of all I just miss you. You were the best Ati anyone could ever ask for. I LOVE so much ❤️❤️
Larry Legg
One more shot of slivovitz!
Here’s to you and your family my friend.
Rest in Peace ️
Bob Altavela
To Sonja and family, I’m very sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
Bob & Wei
Tom Moscato
He was the best! I will miss him tremendously and will cherish the million memories forever!
Sonja & Ivana
Well it’s day 4.. and mommy is heartbroken. She’s still looking for you in the bedroom. She can’t believe that you’re not here with her..❤️
Sonja & Ivana Radisek
It’s been 4 days now, and I miss you more than ever. Mommy is looking for you everywhere so please give her a sign that watching over her..Forever in our hearts and never forgotten..Live you..❤️
Sonja & Ivana
My dearest Ati.. Today we have calling hours. It’s been 5 days now.. My friends in Orlando said that a cardinal has been flying around my front porch, I guess you finally came to visit..Now it’s our time to visit you, we miss you so much..❤️❤️
Sonja & Vanci
Oh Ati. If you only new how loved you were..So many people came to pay there respects and say there goodbyes.. We miss you so much, LOVE you so much and we still can’t believe not here anymore..❤️
Sonja Moscato
My Dear Ati.. Today we had to say goodbye to you. Life will never be the same because we lost a hero.. You were loved by everyone that met you..Miss you so much!! Forever in our heart and never forgotten.. Love you so much..❤️
Ann & Scott South
Dear family of beloved Ati. May Gods peace surround you all during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.