Magdeleno Lee Arquero

Magdeleno Lee Arquero passed on October 15, 2026, at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Jean (nee Petrovich) for 63 years; devoted father of Michelle Rapacki (Sean), Lisa Fousek (Dan) and Michael Arquero (Heather); cherished grandfather of McKenzie Chunn (Victor), Kevin Blau (fiance Kate), Justin Fousek (Julia Foust), Salem Arquero (Griffin), Nathan Fousek, Quentin Arquero; loving great grandfather of Aliyah Blau, Kylie Blau and Juno Ackley; dear brother of Harry Simonian (deceased)(Joan) and Calvin Wornley; caring uncle of Roxane Patterson (Scott), and Sherri, Jim and Terry Simonian; also survived by many friends.

In his long life he wore many hats; husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, Scout Master, Vietnam U.S. Navy Veteran, Mr Fix-It, and teacher. Those who knew him were privileged. Those that loved him, were blessed beyond measure.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation at curemeso.org/donate

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, 14040 Puritas Ave., Cleveland PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH Final Resting Place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery

The family will receive friends 4-7 PM TUESDAY (October 20th) at the A. RIPEPI AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY RD., MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71)