John A. Natale

John A. Natale, age 75. Beloved husband for 40 years of Millie. Dear step father of James Houpt and Karen Houpt. Loving brother of Tony (deceased) (Gail) and Louie "Junebug" (deceased) (Arlene). Devoted Son of Josephine (Tom) Forest (both deceased) and Louis Natale (deceased). Loving uncle of Leah Natale, David Natale, Michelle Natale and Chris Natale. Dear cousin, and friend of many. John was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was a neighborhood legend and American hero for his valiant service during the Vietnam War. He received two Bronze Stars for Meritorious Valor under enemy fire and the Purple Heart for injuries received in battle. John was a Member of Neighborhood Vets Club and DAV. He will be remembered with great love and respect by all who knew him. Visitation Monday July 25, 2022, 4-8pm at Craciun Berry Funeral Home 7200 Detroit Ave. Cleveland Ohio 44102. Funeral Mass Tuesday at 10am at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church 6928 Detroit Ave. Cleveland Ohio 44102. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery.

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