Ernest LaManna Sr., age 87, of Middleburg Heights, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Ernest was born in Triggiano, Italy. Son of Frank and Stella (nee Rivoltorto) (both deceased).
Loving father of Stella (Dan) Rusek, Frank (Donna), Ernest Jr. (Paula), and Brian (Serena), dearest grandfather of 10, great-grandfather of 3, dear brother of Alfred and Charles (both deceased), dearest uncle and friend of many. In 1948 at the age of 13, Ernie emigrated from the small rural town of Triggiano, outside Bari, Italy. He served his country in the Army and then joined his father barbering at his shop at West 65th and Lorain in Cleveland. He cut hair for four generations of families from the neighborhood. Hard working, quick with a joke and generous. He went to hospitals, nursing homes and personal residences when he was needed. He remained in business at the same location for over 60 years until his retirement. The City of Cleveland named West 65th Street outside his barbershop after him in recognition of his impact to the community.
Visitation Sunday, December 4, 2022, from 4-8 PM at CRACIUN FUNERAL HOME 14925 E. Bagley Rd. Middleburg Heights, 44130. Funeral Mass Monday, December 5, 2022, at 11 AM at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church 14865 Bagley Rd. Middleburg Heights.
Interment with Military Honors at Holy Cross Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.craciunfuneralhome.com for the LaManna family.
