Dianne Javier

Born on October 31, 1944, in East Cleveland, Ohio, Dianne was the daughter of Paul Klein and Betty Sacks (née Landau) and was also raised by her stepmother, Roselin “Ma” Klein (née Cohen). She spent her formative years in Cleveland Heights, graduating from Cleveland Heights High School in 1962. A lifelong lover of the arts, Dianne studied Fine Arts at The Ohio State University and the Cleveland Institute of Art.

Dianne was a woman of many talents and passions. Throughout her professional life, she worked as a medical administrator, entrepreneur, and restauranter. She co-founded Medical Care Group and owned and operated the beloved Irv’s Deli on Coventry. Although Cleveland was always home, she also spent time living in Seattle, Washington, and Los Angeles, California, during her marriage to Mario Javier.

A true artist in every sense, Dianne expressed her creativity through cooking, gardening, writing, and her appreciation for the arts. She was an exceptional home chef, avid art collector, gifted storyteller, enthusiastic traveler, karaoke singer, and movie lover. Above all, she cherished her role as a grandmother, happily serving as an “Uber driver” and devoted cheerleader for her grandchildren.

Dianne was direct, bold, unorthodox, fearless, and a fighter. She said what she felt and meant what she said. She lived life on her own terms, embracing every opportunity with passion, creativity, and determination.

Maintained a strong Jewish identity and was a member of Fairmount Temple’s first confirmation class and remained a congregant of Fairmount Temple. She was also a supporter of the Hanna Perkins Center for Child Development and The Gathering Place, as well as a proud member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Chagrin Falls.

Dianne is survived by her loving children, Bonnie Swirsky (Dean Stecker), Micah Javier (Alison), and Jordan Javier (Irene); her cherished grandchildren, Alex, Mack, and Maya; her brothers, David Klein (Christine) and Robert Klein (Mary Ann); and many beloved cousins, extended family members, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her ex-husbands, Mario Javier and William Cook; her father and stepmother, Paul and Roselin Klein; and her mother, Betty Sacks.

The family will receive guests from 9:00 to 9:30 AM at Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz, 1985 South Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118, with the funeral service beginning at 9:30 AM. Burial will follow at Mayfield Cemetery, 2749 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44106. Immediately following the cemetery family will be having sitting shiva at Alfredo’s Restaurant at the Inn, 780 Beta Drive, Mayfield, Ohio 44143.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dianne’s caregivers, hospice staff, and the many individuals who provided her with compassionate care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hanna Perkins Center for Child Development in Dianne’s memory.