Edward R. Olech

October 11, 1930 - January 9, 2021

The world has lost a wonderful man and it with great sadness that we share Ed Olech, age 90, of Painesville, OH passed away January 9, 2021. He was born in Jeannette, PA, on October 11, 1930, to the late George and Stella Olech (nee Schulc). He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Ed proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War. After 15 years of dedicated service, he retired from the Department of the Navy as an Auditor. In his free time, Ed enjoyed watching the Steelers play as he was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He also enjoyed camping, playing Poker with friends every Friday, bowling, and golfing. Ed was an honorary member of the Collinwood Memories Group and they attended the many bus trips with. Ed is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Nita Olech, loving daughter Roberta (Ronald) Santoriello, grandchildren Ronnie (Jordan) Santoriello, Emily Santoriello, great-grandson Vinny, sister Nell (Fred) Tanberg. Ed also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Virginia, Ben, and Joe. Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 3pm to 7pm at Monreal Srnick Funeral Home, 35400 Curtis Blvd., Eastlake. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 10am at St. Gabriel Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH 44060. Burial to follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon. Please meet at church.