Tribute & Message From The Family
PROSZEK
COLLEEN E. PROSZEK (nee Craigs), age 56. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Katie Proszek (Darren Mastrangelo), Kimberley DeSimone (Dave), Timothy Proszek (Abigail) and Sarah Bechtel (Eric); step mother of Frank Wolf Proszek (Misty). Cherished grandmother of Brandon Thirion, Joshua and Nicholas DeSimone, McKenzie and William Proszek, Morgan and Cory Bechtel, Frank Jr. and Aaron Proszek. Dearest daughter of the late Richard and Dorothy (nee Bevin) Craigs. Dear sister of Cheryl Belle (Joseph), Cynthia Dillon (T. Matthew), Kevin Craigs (Kim) and Kerry Craigs (Danielle). Also survived by aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Funeral services Saturday October 14, 2017 at the funeral home 10:30AM. Interment Hope Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends FRIDAY 5 – 8 PM at the A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71).
CROSS NOTICE: DeSIMONE see PROSZEK NOTICE
BECHTEL see PROSZEK NOTICE
CRAIGS see PROSZEK NOTICE
Condolence & Memory Journal
Dear Proszek family: We would like to extend our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mom, Colleen. Loved her smile and kind words. She worked so hard and loved you much! She was kind and gentle to all she met.
Love to you all!
Posted by
Debbie and Steve Damas - Parma, OH October 17, 2017
Prayers go out to the family. I worked with Colleen at RHC Yrs ago.
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Joanne Parrish - Cleveland, OH - Coworker October 13, 2017
So very sorry to hear. She was a sweet lady and hard worker I loves seeing her come into the nursing home I worked at to take care of her residents. She was so kind, caring, and giving. R.I.P Colleen you will be missed dearly and my condolences to the family.
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Brianne Saylor - Litchfield, OH - coworker October 13, 2017
Colleen exemplified the concept of being a "servant-leader" in the care that she administered to patients in hospice. The act of providing care was not enough for her. She always attempted to engage her patients, even those who could not verbalize what they thought & felt. She KNEW her patients and families she served & was beloved by her Bridges Home Healthcare & Hospice of Medina/Western Reserve team members. Our thoughts, prayers, & love to her family. See you on the other side, girl...
Jamie Stewart
HMC/HWR Spiritual Care Coordinator
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Jamie Stewart - Medina, OH October 13, 2017
Watched her grow up to a lovely lady always had a smile. God bless you all
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Tex and jean Combs - Brunswick, OH - Neighbor October 12, 2017
I will truly miss talking with Colleen. She loved her children and grandchildren with her whole heart. Rest in peace you will be missed.
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Nancy Meng - North Royalton, OH - Friend October 11, 2017
She was a good person and everyone loved her she will greatly be missed sorry for our loss
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Charlotte Hinkle - Brunswick, OH - Coworker October 11, 2017
Colleen was one of the nicest, most concerned and caring person so it was easy to talk to her and enjoy that beautiful smile. She shared the pew with me or was right behind me every Sunday. You can go through life and never understand why or how things happen but I believe my life has been better knowing Colleen and it is a God thing he allowed me to have the opportunity to be a part of this church family that she was a part of.
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Karen Richards - Strongsville, OH - Friend October 11, 2017
She sat behind me at church on Sundays. We gave each other huge hugs.. I always asked how she was and she didn't say much.. She was a beautiful person. Never got to get to know her too well. I am in total SHOCK. May the grace of God be with her as she continues on in heaven.. Love Cathy
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Cathy Perrine - Brunswick, OH - Friend October 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I had the privilege to work with Colleen and she was such a kind and caring person. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to know her. She will be greatly missed!
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Lou Miller October 11, 2017
I was so priveledged to work with Colleen. She was a blessing to everyone she cared for and everyone that knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She will be truly missed.
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Lisa Scarcipino - Brunswick, OH - Coworker October 10, 2017
My heart is so heavy over the loss of this beautiful woman. She had the kindest heart and was always so patient and calm. I will miss seeing her smiling face at work. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I can only imagine how much you will miss her.❤
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JoDee Coulter - Strongsville, OH - Coworker October 10, 2017
The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and give you peace Colleen.
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Denise Duale - Richfield, OH - Friend October 10, 2017