Dusanka Tomasic's Obituary
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Dusanka Tomasic, age 86, of Parma, Ohio, on April 19, 2026. She left this world surrounded by love, and her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Dusanka was born on September 13, 1939, in Gračac, Lika, Yugoslavia. She lived a life defined by love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family.
She was a deeply caring mother to Lidia Tomasic‑Borris (Jerome Borris), Diana Tomasic (David Twaddle), and Michelle Holmes (Brian Holmes), and a devoted wife to her beloved husband of 65 years, Mihajlo Tomasic.
Above all, Dusanka was a proud and loving grandmother to Brian Holmes Jr., Michael Holmes, Sean Holmes, Genevieve Borris, and Julius Borris. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. She cherished every moment with them, sharing laughter, stories, and a depth of unconditional love they will carry with them forever.
She is also lovingly remembered by her nephew, Milan Simovich; her nieces, Dana Fuchs and Milica Alagić Kolar; their spouses, Vera, Rowland, and Denis; and their children, Aleksandar, Daniel, Sierra, Rowland, Melania, and Rajko. She was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Sofia Simovich.
Visitation with light refreshments will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 4PM-8PM at Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 30th, 2026 at Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070 at 12PM with burial to follow.
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