Obituaries

Tari Sweeney

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(nee Torch), age 74, of Shaker Hts., Ohio. Beloved wife of 34 years to Thomas Sweeney; dearest mother of Rafael Torch (deceased) (Emily Olson-Torch) and Caitlin Sweeney; loving grandmother of Rocco Torch and Calvin Sweeney; dear sister of Chris Torch and Lee Clasper-Torch (Cathy); cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in memory of Tari to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106. Funeral Service Friday, February 24, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the SCHULTE & MAHON-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 5252 MAYFIELD RD., LYNDHURST (BETWEEN RICHMOND AND BRAINARD). Interment Private. The family will receive friends AT THE FUNERAL HOME FRIDAY FROM 3:00 P.M. UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE. Please sign funeral home Tribute Wall at: schultemahonmurphy.com

Domenic Fleming

Sympathy condolences for family and friends of LoCAR Affiliate members Rosa & Alex Fleming

of WIN Home Inspection

 It is with great sadness to announce the sudden and tragic loss of Rosa and Alex’s beloved son, Domenic Fleming, age 24, on February 8, 2023.

Beloved husband of Nicole Fleming; devoted father of David Fleming; cherished son of Alexander and Mariarosa Fleming; loving brother of Maria and Vincent Fleming; grandson of Thomas Fleming (Nada), Sharon Delmonte, Marion (Mike) DeMarco and Susana Clark (Paul). In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the care of Domenic’s wife, Nicole and son, David for his education.

Dom was a gifted, vocalist, respected, & decorated athlete, and a very proud police officer with the Southwest General Hospital Police Department. He enjoyed playing baseball, singing, and sprint car racing. Most of all he loved spending time with his family & friends where his gift of making others feel special was felt on a daily basis.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday February 16, 2023 at 10 AM, in the funeral home. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday February 15, from 3 – 8 PM at the A. Ripepi and Sons Funeral Home, 18149 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights (West of I-71).

Obituary information from A. Ripepi and Sons Funeral Home.

Stephen R. Ferrebee

 

Stephen “Steve” Ray Ferrebee, 67, passed away Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family under the care of Hospice of the Valley.

Steve was born Jan. 17, 1956, in Warren, the son of Edgar and Betty Jean Garner Ferrebee.

Steve was a 1974 graduate of Maplewood High School. He worked at Specialty Pipe and Tube for 28 years. He played softball and was an umpire for games, was a trustee for Mecca Township, Cubmaster of Pack 96, and a soccer coach. He was a member of Believers Christian Fellowship Church, where he led / was a part of small groups and was an assistant to Superkids Ministries. He belonged to the Trumbull County Republican Party and Red Cross Disaster Relief Team. He was an active Realtor for the last 19 1/2 years. He began his realty career at Spencer Realty, then moved on to Northwood Realty. There, he became manager of the Howland office, and later transitioned to Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and Stouffer Realty. He was president of W.A.B.O.R. and a member of OAR/NAR, TNP, STAR, BNI. He was an SPC for Ohio Senator Sean O’Brien, involved with fundraising for the real estate political action committee and highly involved with the community on American Home Week. He also supported Inspiring Minds and Bella Women’s Center.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Judie Feldhouse Ferrebee, whom he married Aug. 10, 1991; his mother, Betty Jean of Cortland; his three children, Nathaniel (fiancee Shelby Little) Ferrebee of Moon Township, Pa., Stephanie Rae (husband D.J. Martino) Ferrebee of Hubbard, Aaron (Ashley Pugh) Byers of Masury; two grandchildren, Luke and Isabelle Byers; and two sisters, Barbara (Ken) Howard of Howland and Susan (Owen) Cunningham of Rome.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar; and stepson, Tyler Byers.

Family and friends may pay their respects to Steve from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, and from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at the Peter Rossi and Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE Warren, OH 44483.

A service will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with Pastor William Carter officiating.

In lieu of flowers, potted plants are preferred, or contributions may be made to the family or in Steve’s name to Bella Women’s Center, 1192 North Road NE Warren, OH 44483.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook, and send condolences to Steve’s family.

Margo Wheeler

It is with profound sadness that we report the passing of the National Association of REALTORS® 2023 Vice President of Association Affairs, Margo Wheeler. Margo passed away Saturday morning after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer.

“Margo was the epitome of honor and service-the poster child of what a REALTOR® should be-and one of the most inspirational people I have ever known,” says the association’s 2023 President Kenny Parcell. “Anyone who knew Margo loved her. And her passion for our industry motivated us all to be better leaders and volunteers. I feel blessed to have known her, not only as my vice president, but as my friend. She will never be forgotten.”

A REALTOR® from Tacoma, Wash., Margo was a devoted and gracious volunteer leader, whose impact was felt at the state, local and national levels. She leaves behind a legacy of leadership that includes service to the Women’s Council of REALTORS®, the Residential Real Estate Council, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, and the National Association of REALTORS®.

Margo was a proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and cherished her faith and family as the driving forces in her life. She lived by the principle of service and commitment to her fellow man. A retired drill sergeant, she transitioned from a 20-year career in the U.S. Army to a successful career in residential real estate where she assisted military buyers, first-time buyers and families in transition fulfill their dreams of becoming homeowners.

Her passion for uniting and empowering others led her to serve in various roles within the association, including National President of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® (2011); Housing Opportunity Committee Member (2015 and 2017); Diversity Committee Member (2014) and Liaison (2015); Fair Housing Discriminatory Effects Committee Member (2013); and Equal Opportunity-Cultural Diversity Committee Member (2000–2003), among other roles.

At the state level, Margo served as Washington REALTORS® President in 2017.

Guided by her devotion to mentorship and giving back, she also served as a multiyear member of the Leadership Academy Advisory Group, helping to identify and train future association leaders.

Margo became 2023 Vice President of Association Affairs just last November. She brought leadership, kindness, and commitment to the role — and the drive to elevate the voices of our more than 1.5 million REALTORS®.

The entire National Association REALTORS® family mourns the loss of our incredible leader. Margo’s legacy and impact will live on in our hearts, and within our association forever.

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Bob Goldberg, CEO
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®