Richard E. Grambo

KIRTLAND - Richard Edward Grambo, 70, a retired Vietnam Veteran of Kirtland, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday January 8, 2013 with his family by his side. He was born in Cleveland on April 14, 1942 the son of Theodore S. and Estella V. (Allen) Grambo and lived most of his life in Kirtland. Richard was a hard-working, passionate and successful entrepreneur, chef and businessman.  He started his first business at the age of 19 and subsequently owned various businesses, including Hires Lounge in Wickliffe, The Olde Towne Tavern in Kirtland and most recently, the co-owner of the Rumpus Room in Willowick. In his spare time, he enjoyed culinary creations, attending auctions, playing cards and spending time with his wife, family and many friends. Richard was extremely loving and proud of his family including his wife of 44 years, Angela J. Grambo; his sons, Nicholas J. Costa and Theodore R. Grambo (wife Jenean, children Tara R. and Josh A.) and his daughter, Jennifer M. Grambo (son Walker R. Slabe). The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm with a memorial tribute at 2:00 pm at the Wickliffe I & A Club, 29717 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, Ohio 44092. Memorial donations may be made in Richard's name to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) by visiting www.dav.org or by calling (877) 426-2838 ext. 1340. Arrangements by Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home 126 West Park Avenue, Niles, Ohio 44446 330.652.4311