Doug Tisi
December 29, 1952 ~ May 12, 2022
Doug Tisi, age 69, of Rock Creek, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born December 29, 1952 in Cleveland, the son of Arthur and Lola (Campetto) Tisi. He married Joan Ryan July 15, 1979.
Doug was a self taught mechanic and had his own foreign car repair shop. He went on to work as a heavy-duty equipment mechanic and fabricator.
Doug retired as a mechanic from Demilta Iron and Metal. During retirement, he enjoyed repairing and fabricating things for family and friends.
He loved nature and was happiest in the woods on his property. His interests included fishing, motorcycling and a variety of music genres. He loved animals of all kinds and never hesitated to take in the sick or stray critter and care for it. When he wasn’t fabricating, tinkering or loving the animals, he could often be found enjoying his cigarettes, coffee, and donuts on the deck.
Doug is survived by his wife, Joan; sisters, Carla Hartzell (Ken) and Dina Tisi (Lisa Hammonds); and aunt, Rose Marie Tisi. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, May 18, from 3-6 PM, at Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva, OH 44041. Final thoughts and memories will be shared immediately after.
Contributions may be made in Doug’s name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, PO Box 72101, Cleveland, Ohio 44192
Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com.
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Joanie, I’m so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I have fond memories of us sitting on the back desk. He certainly loved nature. He had just completed building a beautiful outdoor home for a baby racoon that had been abandoned. He will be greatly missed.
Love ya,
Sandy
The animals lost a wonderful soul who loved them all. Doug had such a tender place in his heart for all the animals he rescued or that came his way. He had such love for the property and nature all around.
Joanie you are in my thoughts, know you are very much loved. Vev
I worked with Doug at demita iron, he was a great mechanic and always loved joking around with Me, Doug ran the tower crane while I ran the stationary harris shear we always had a blast working together. Doug my friend you will be missed. To his family I’m so sorry for your loss Doug was one of a kind and he will be very missed.
Joan, Carla, Dina, and Rose Marie…We are so sad to hear about Doug’s passing. I remember years ago when my nephew was in high school, Doug offered him tips on wrestling which made him a better wrestler. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Joan, I’m so sorry for your loss. You are remembered in my prayers. God bless.
Dear Joan: I was so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I can assure you, I know what you are going through right now but things get easier slowly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Patricia Smeby
I first met Doug and my teenage years, my stepfather at the time he’s a tow cars into his repair shop. At one point in time Doug came to work for my stepfather for a short period of time and I got to work with him everyday. He was a wonderful person, share his knowledge to teach and it’s easy to talk with. I haven’t seen or spoken to him probably 20 years, but I’m always remember how thoughtful and generous a person he was. My condolences to your family and prayers for you at this time.
My deepest condolence. Always looked forward to playing with Doug and the rest of the kids when I stayed at my aunt Mary’s house on Alexander Rd. In Walton Hills. Build forts, swinging on vines, playing in the creek, wrestling on mats in my aunts basement. Such great memories.