Joseph Frank Bolognia, 90, World War II Veteran

He was born July 12, 1913 in Milan, Italy. He was raised in Leesburg, Pennsylvania and moved to Avon Lake from Cleveland forty-eight years ago.

During World War II, he served in the Army in Africa. Joseph played offense and defense for the Pittsburgh Roonyes, a forerunner of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Mr. Bolognia was self-employed as a grocery store owner of the White Front Provision Company in Cleveland, retiring on December 19, 1977 after thirty-three years. He enjoyed golfing, reading, and yardwork.

Mr. Bolognia is survived by two sons: Charles (Beth) of Cashiers, North Carolina, and Frank J. (Ellen) of Avon Lake; five grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Rose Bolognia and Nena Cuffia of Leechburg, Pennsylvania.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally C. (nee Kalmus), 2 brothers; 2 sisters; and his parents: John and Mary (nee Rassa) Bolognia.

Private graveside services will be held in Leechburg, Pennsylvania. Memorial may by forwarded to New Life Hospice Center of St. Joseph; 3700 Kolbe Road, Lorain, Ohio 44053 or Providence House; 2037 West 32nd Street, Cleveland, OH 44113-4017. Arrangements handled by the Busch-Burmeister Family Chapel; 163 Avon-Belden Road, Avon Lake.