John S. Yezerski, 90, of Medina, passed away Jan. 29, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 19, 1926 in Cleveland to the late Adam and Veronica (Soltis) Yezerski.

John retired as a police lieutenant for the city of Cleveland with 30 years of service, and he served as a Deputy with the Medina County Sheriff’s Department.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. John was a member of the American Legion and the Fraternal Order of Police.

He is survived by his loving children, Diane (Keith) Peterson, Dr. John A. (Martha) Yezerski and Dr. Donald (Michelle) Yezerski; grandchildren, Carrie (Daniel) Crockett, Bradley (Sarah) Chapman, John Eric (Courtney) Yezerski, Matthew (Erica) Yezerski, Adam (Emily) Yezerski, Amanda (Ryan Dease) Yezerski, Donald (Hilary Lane) Yezerski, Tyler Yezerski and Michael Peterson; and great-grandchildren, Connor, Evan, Grant, Camden, Cole, Cash, Bo, Max, Finn and Teresa Marie; and his sister, Helen Novak.

John was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Lillian (Parahula) Yezerski in 2004.

The family suggests contributions may be made to Hospice of Medina County, 5075 Windfall Road, Medina, OH 44256. Waite and Son Funeral Home handled the arrangements.