Stephen James Dzurinda, age 45, of North Royalton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2024. He was born on April 5, 1979, in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated from North Royalton High School and Vatterott College with a degree as a Building Maintenance Technician.

Steve enjoyed fishing, especially with his AA friends at their favorite spot on Lake Erie, the old coast guard station.  His favorite time of year was going to Cook's Forest for the AA conferences every May and September. He especially enjoyed his time this past May.  He loved his dogs, Rylee, Amber and Mila.

Steve is survived by his parents, Ron and Karen Yasher; his brother, Paul (Kim) Dzurinda; his nephews, Braden and Carter Dzurinda; and a host of extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Tom and Betty Radca.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 10-11:00 am at St. Albert the Great Parish, 6667 Wallings Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133, immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. He will be laid to rest privately at North Royalton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Steve's memory to: Lake Erie Labrador Retriever Rescue at www.lelrr.org or Cast It Forward Fishing- a nonprofit providing fishing opportunities for kids, veterans and seniors at https://castitforwardfishing.com

Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.waitefuneralhome.com.