James Sulek Obituary
We bid farewell to James Sulek of Painesville, Ohio, born in Garfield Heights, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 8, 2026 at the age of 67. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Sulek to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Sulek and Alice Sulek; his grandparents, Theresa, Martin Sulek, Peter and Frances Glump; and his sister Monica Sulek Jackson.
He is survived by: his children, Jim Sulek, Theresa Sulek and Joe Sulek; his grandchildren, Alivia Craggs and Garrett Craggs; his siblings' children, EJ Vale (Laura), Matt Vale (Joanne), Thomas Tiedt (Vicki), Justin Tiedt (Rocio), Scott Sulek, Todd Sulek (Trisha) and Christopher Jackson; his great-nieces and great-nephews, Avi, Faith, Ava, Audrey, Andrew, Hailey, Mason, Zach and Keiler; and his siblings, Joann Vale (late Ernie), Jane Tiedt (late Tom) and Joe Sulek (Barb).
Visitation was held on Friday, January 16th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Lake Erie Cremation & Funeral Services (29801 Lakeland Blvd, Wickliffe, OH 44092).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Project Hope for the Homeless, P.O. Box 2035, Painesville, Ohio 44077, or at projecthopeforthehomeless.org.
