Dolores “Dee” M. Ziska (nee Bartholomew), age 79, passed away at home surrounded by her family April 13, 2023. Born October 19, 1943 she was raised in Twinsburg and graduated from R.B. Chamberlin High School in 1961. Later while raising her family, Dee resided in Chesterland and then Novelty. Dee was a longtime cook with the West Geauga School District, retiring in 2008. She was a Past President of West Geauga Band-Aides, a Brownie and Cub Scout Leader, and a member of the West Geauga PTA and the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Chagrin Falls. Dee also enjoyed sewing and embroidery, traveling, taking walks on the beach searching for sea glass, and spending time anywhere by the water. One of her greatest joys was really getting to know and taking an interest in many people she came in contact with. Dee is survived by her husband Otto J.; son Otto J., Jr.; daughter Kimberly G. (Robert) Brill; son Joseph R. (Carrie Thorne); grandchildren Brandy, Heather, Madison, and Katherine; great-grandchildren Layla, Jaxson, and Maverick; and loving dog Ginger. She is preceded in death by her son Matthew S.; parents Ray and Hilda (nee Miner) Bartholomew; and brother Jack Tupta. Family and friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland on Thursday, April 20, 2023, 5 – 7 pm, where services will follow at 7:00 pm. Private Interment at a later date at Chester Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Dee’s name may be made to Rescue Village at www.rescuevillage.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.GattozziandSon.com for the Ziska family.
