×

Joseph J. Slomcheck 1945-2020

CHAMPION — Joseph James Slomcheck, 74, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Health Center.

He was born July 11, 1945, in Warren, the son of Joseph Andrew and Genevieve Elizabeth Bugos Slomcheck and was a lifelong area resident.

Joe retired from Kraftmaid Cabinetry in 2014 after 14 years of service as a material handler.

Joe was a proud United States Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, and earned the rank of SP4. He served with honor and distinction and was awarded the following decorations for his service to our country; the National Defense Service Medal, the Expert Rifle M-14, the Marksman Rifle M-1, the Sharpshooter M-14, the Good Conduct Medal and the Markman Machine Gun M-60. He received an honorable discharge Nov. 18, 1964.

Joe was a member SS. Cyril and Methodious Church in Warren.

Joe had many passions throughout his life. He loved gardening, 50s and 60s music, old Western TV shows and movies, watching wrestling, a good cup of coffee, occasionally, a nice cold beer, in addition to loving his family and his country. Joe was an avid Cleveland Browns fan.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Kathleen Lambert Slomcheck; a son, William James (Anna-Marie) Slomcheck; a granddaughter, Faith Elizabeth Slomcheck; five stepchildren; 13 step-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Robert Slomcheck.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Due to the coronavirus, Joe’s family elected for private services held at Sinchak & Sons Funeral Home, with the Very Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Cariglio as officiant.

Burial took place in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio.

Caring and professional services were entrusted to the Sinchak & Sons Funeral Home 727 E. Market St. Warren, Ohio 44481. Family and Friends may visit www.sinchakandsons.com to view this tribute, sign the guest book and share condolences to the Joseph’s family.

(special notice)