Joseph Betarie Jr., age 59, of Chardon Township, died unexpectedly while watching the Cleveland Browns game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024.
Born on Sept. 8, 1965, in Euclid, to Joseph and Mary (nee Kostelac) Betarie, Joe was raised in Eastlake, graduated from Willoughby South in 1983 and played football at Slippery Rock University.
Joe was an avid Cleveland Browns fan.
In his early retirement, he took up cooking, gardening and the love of the outdoors.
Joe enjoyed his daily walks with Rudy, their dog. His greatest joys were his wife, children and grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, April (nee Bills) Betarie, whom he married Sept. 28, 1991; children, Joe (Allie) Betarie, of Madison, Andrew (Lily) Betarie, of Mayfield Heights, Autumn Betarie, of Chardon Township; and grandchildren, Ella and Levi Betarie. He also leaves his mother, Mary (nee Kostelac) Betarie, of Eastlake; sister, MaryAnn (Kevin Bradley) Betarie, of Perry, and Michelle Betarie, of Eastlake; nephews, Brian Betarie and Dominic Lanum; and many other beloved family members.
Joe was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Betarie Sr.
The family will receive friends Nov. 6, 2024, from 5-8 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon. The funeral service will be Nov. 7 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by the burial at Larned Cemetery, Chardon Township.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
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