Rita M. Janiak Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Rita M. Janiak of Independence, Ohio, whose life came to an end on January 26, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rita M. Janiak to show support.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Rita may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Massimo Bertei and Maria Bertei; her siblings, Caesar Bertei and Albert Bertei (Carol); and also James Janiak.
She is survived by: her children, Maria Janiak Stewart and Joseph Janiak (Brooke); her granddaughter Emily Stewart; her nephews, Michael and Jonathan; and her cousin Luigi Cecchi (Donna).
A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, February 4th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fortuna Funeral Home - Independence (7076 Brecksville Rd, Cleveland, OH 44131). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, February 5th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Holy Name Church (8328 Broadway Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105).
