Donna Jo (Talerico) Lombardo

DONNA JO LOMBARDO (Talerico), beloved wife of Donald; dearest mother of Dr. Anne Lombardo-Chokenea (Chuck), Cheryl Lombardo-Regalbuto, Karen Lombardo (Kenny Coven) and Mary Lombardo-Regalbuto; devoted grandmother of Rachele, Brianna (Chris), Gabriele, Jacqueline, Michael, Dr. Avalon, Nicole, Samantha, Frankie, Renee, Charlie, Donte, Marco, Anthony, Nina, Isabele and Delilah; great-grandmother of Giovanni; dear sister of Penny Talerico-Bilinski, Marion Farshchian (Massoud), Billy Osler (deceased), Pamela Oleck (Phillip, deceased) and Joey Osler (Pamela); aunt, cousin and friend to many. Donna Jo had a kind, most gentle and loving spirit. She carried herself with grace, elegance and class. She peacefully passed into the arms of our Lord on June 29, 2021. Donna Jo was born in West Virginia and came to Ohio at 12 years of age. She graduated from Collinwood High School in 1958 where she was voted “friendliest” in her class. This trait was present throughout her life and she will remain in the hearts of all those she touched. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Holy Redeemer Church 15712 Kipling Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110 or Mount St. Joseph 21800 Chardon Road, Euclid, Ohio 44117. Mass of Christian Burial Friday July 2, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church. Interment All Souls Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the church at 9:30 a.m. until time of mass.