Sophie Theresa Balog Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Sophie Theresa Balog of Independence, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Sophie Theresa left this world on February 16, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. 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 Sophie Theresa Balog to show support.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Michael J. Dear; her sons, Michael D. (Laura) and Gregory; her grandsons, Bruce and Burt (Cassie); her great grandchildren, Xzaviar and Nelliel; and her siblings, Flo Brys, Frank, Ann Oldenski, Mary, Joselline, Fran and Edward.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 21st 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fortuna Funeral Home - Independence (7076 Brecksville Rd, Cleveland, OH 44131). A prayer will be held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 9:15 AM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Columbkille Church (6740 Broadview Rd, Parma, OH 44134). A burial will be held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at the All Saints Cemetery (480 W Highland Rd, Northfield, OH 44067).
