Don Cardis Obituary, Death – We are passing on the news of Don Cardis’s passing with a heavy heart. He will be greatly missed. The family of Boardwalk Caper would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to his surviving loved ones and friends. On March 22, 2023, Donald R. Cardis, who was 92 years old and lived in Hudson, Ohio, passed away without incident. On February 11, 1931, in Doylestown, Ohio, he was born to his parents, Philip and Theresa Cardis.
His grandparents were also named Cardis. He received his education at both Norton High School and Kent State University and graduated with honors. Papa, as he was affectionately known, was predeceased by both of his parents as well as Patricia Cardis, the woman he had been married to for 69 years (nee Althauser). His favorite places to visit were Stow, Munroe-Falls, Hudson, and Fort Myers Beach, Florida. He lived there for the majority of his life.
He is survived by his sons, Jeff (Patti), Greg (Michelle), and Scott (Cheryl); daughters, Lynn Miller (Jim Arvay) and Carrie (Bob) Gynn; as well as grandchildren whom he loved very much, Michael, Erin, Hannah, Connor, Dean, and Braeden; as well as four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sons, Jeff (Patti), Greg (Michelle), and Scott (Cheryl). Markillie Cemetery, located at 410 North Main Street in Hudson, Ohio, will be the location of graveside ceremonies that will be place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 2:15 p.m.
After the funeral, there will be a celebration of life at the Lake Forest Country Club in Hudson from three in the afternoon until six in the evening. The address is 100 Lake Forest Drive, Hudson, Ohio 44236. Donations can be sent to Norton Youth Football, Keybank, care of Norton Youth Football, 120 W. Streetsboro Street, Hudson, Ohio 44236. This address can be found in lieu of sending flowers.