She was born in Focsani, Romania, the daughter of the late Ion and Paraschiva Poiana. Cornelia is the loving mother of Mirela (Catalin) Ciocan and Simona (Cristi) Stamin; cherished grandmother of Miruna Ciocan (Johnathan Schroeder), Alessandra Stamin and Emily Stamin; dear sister of her twin brother, Neculai Poiana and Tina Matei; adored aunt of many.
She always placed the needs of others before her own, never expecting anything in return. She was ever willing to lend a helping hand to family, friends, and neighbors alike. Devoted to her loved ones, she was the best mother her daughters could have asked for. A woman of kindness and grace, she possessed a good and generous soul. She loved to travel and treasured the time spent with her family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 5PM-8PM at Buna Vestire Romanian Orthodox Cathedral, 7140 Fitch Rd., Olmsted Township, Ohio 44138 where funeral services will be held on Monday at 10AM. Interment will follow at Woodvale Cemetery, 7535 Engle Rd., Middleburg Heights, Ohio.
