Cathy Ann Papuga's obituary , Passed away on September 5, 2026 in Elyria, Ohio

Cathy Ann Papuga

April 12, 1949 - September 5, 2026 (77 years old)

Elyria, Ohio

Cathy Ann Papuga's obituary , Passed away on September 5, 2026 in Elyria, Ohio

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Cathy Ann Papuga

April 12, 1949 - September 5, 2026 (77 years old)

Elyria, Ohio

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Cathy Ann Papuga Obituary

The family of Cathy Ann Papuga of Elyria, Ohio announces her passing on September 5, 2026. Cathy Ann, born on April 12, 1949, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Donald G.; and her parents, Onie Shatto and Betty Shatto. She is survived by: her mother-in-law Stella Papuga; her stepchildren, Jacqueline Papuga of Elyria, Robert Papuga (Amy) of Wellington and Michael Papuga (Jennifer) of New Bern; and her grandchildren, Jessica Papuga, Joshua Papuga, Kayla Mason (Nate), Madeline Heckman (Adam), Kyle Papuga and Allison Papuga. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Dicken, Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center (323 Middle Ave, Elyria, OH 44035). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at the Ridgelawn Cemetery (285 Columbus St, Elyria, OH 44035).

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or Delta Kappa Gamma International Educators Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dicken Funeral Home and Cremation Service



Tue

Sep 15

Visitation

Dicken, Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center
323 Middle Ave, Elyria, OH 44035

Tue

Sep 15

Funeral service

Dicken, Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center
323 Middle Ave, Elyria, OH 44035

Tue

Sep 15

Burial

Ridgelawn Cemetery
285 Columbus St, Elyria, OH 44035

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September 12, 2026

Mark D Noe wrote a sympathy message

“My sincere condolences to Cathy's entire family. Cathy was a dear friend of my mother for many years. They were both teachers in Elyria and she would come to our house many afternoons after school spending hours laughing and sharing stories. I will remember her as always being happy, kind, and pleasant to be around. Rest in Peace Cathy and please go find my mom!”


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