Richard A. "Dick" Sartor

May 16, 1927 - April 15, 2024

Richard A. "Dick" Sartor, age 96 of Canton, passed away April 15, 2024. He was born May 16, 1927 in Sandusky, Ohio to Carroll and Loretta Sartor.

Answering the call of duty, Dick proudly served his country with the United States Navy during WWII. After his time in the service, he continued his education at the University of Detroit, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. Dick was a math teacher at University of Detroit Jesuit High School before becoming one of the first computer programmers working for Ford Motor Company.

With his unwavering Catholic faith, Dick was always grateful for the many blessings he was bestowed. He was truly thankful and appreciated the kindnesses of others no matter how small. He deeply loved God, his family, and of course, Cleveland baseball. On any given day, you could find Dick enjoying a football game, telling a good story or keeping his mind sharp with puzzles. He never shied away from treating himself to a good donut, slice of cherry pie, or an ice cream drumstick. Growing gladiolus as a child, his love for the flowers will forever remain a loving memory for his dear family. Dick lived a long and good life, and he will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Dick was the beloved husband of Margaret “Peg” for 52 years. Devoted father of Michelle (David) Girolamo and Maureen (Ryan Welch) Sartor. Loving grandfather of Brixon, Elliot and Kendra Schmiesing. Dear brother of Sr. Francine Sartor, Ronald Sartor, Sr. Dionne Sartor, the late Cecelia Klepper, the late Jay Sartor, the late Paul Sartor, the late Fr. Alfred Sartor and the late Elaine Jesberger.

Visitation for Dick will be held on Thursday, April 18th, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary Service at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. He will lie in state on Friday, April 19th at 10:00 a.m., until the time of his Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas a’Becket Catholic Church, 555 S. Lilley Rd., Canton. Dick will be laid to rest in Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton.

Memorial donations in Dick’s name are appreciated to the Sisters of St. Francis.

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