ANN VALORE (nee Zmajkovic), age 97. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Valerie Cunningham (Bill). Cherished grandmother of Brett Wichert (Christine), Cheryl Pavlovic (Tim); great grandmother of Justin, Hunter, Isabelle, Tommy, Corey, Brooke (Bryan), Morgan and Caylee; great great grandmother of Bryce, Brady, Bryan, Esther and Sawyer. Dear sister of the late Helen Ogrocki (Steve). Also survived by nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
Ann dedicated her life to family and faith. She was respected by all who met her, and loved dearly by those closest to her. Known for her sweet yet feisty personality, sharp sense of humor, her delicious bakery (especially kolaches), rosary’s prayed, and the love she shared with everyone. For those closest to her, remember, “stir the sauce from the bottom”.
Mass of Christian Burial Saturday April 11, 2026 Holy Family Church (York Rd.) at 10:00AM. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will receive friends FRIDAY 4 – 7 PM at the A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71).
