Mary Jo Lander

MARY JO LANDER (nee Liptow) age 62, beloved mother of Michael J. (wife Satomi); devoted grandmother of Masaki and Airi; cherished daughter of the late Jerome and Ruth (nee Ricciardi) Liptow; dearest sister of Joseph Liptow (wife Sandra) and Elizabeth Dunlap (husband Craig); dear aunt of Emily, James (fiancé Missette), Sara and Jacob Liptow. Dearest niece and cousin of many.

Mary was born on February 3, 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio. She grew up and spent most of her life in South Euclid. Mary graduated from Notre Dame High School and went to St. Francis College in Altoona, PA where she earned a degree in education. She enjoyed spending time outdoors and going to lunch with friends. Her biggest joy was being with her family at gatherings, especially during the holidays. Mary was a huge Cleveland Cavs and Indians sports fan, and she enjoyed doing arts and crafts.

Most would describe her as always willing to help others, as she was very generous and giving. She was a social person who loved to plan a good party. She was a devoted mother to her son Michael, who affectionately says,  he is the person he is today because of the person she was while he was growing up. Mary will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends.

Donations may be made in memory of Mary by clicking HERE  

Funds will be used as a thank you to her caregivers at Heather Hill.

Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at St. Noel Catholic Church 35200 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills at 11 AM. Burial following at Knollwood Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Mary at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) MONDAY 4 – 7 PM.