Dennis Louis DeJulius ("DJ") was born June 15, 1943 to Louis and Mary DeJulius. DJ attended Cathedral
Latin, class of 1961, and John Carroll University, class of 1965. He excelled at football and basketball,
earning placement in the NDCL Sports Hall of Fame in 1991. DJ married Rita (Ward) DeJulius on August
28, 1965, and the two enjoyed 57 happy years together. As a member of the U.S. Army, he served his
country honorably in the Vietnam War in 1966-67 and was a proud veteran and supporter of the military his
entire life. DJ and Rita had three children together, Dennis (Angela), Louis (Laura), and Heather Berry
(Alex), and he was a dedicated, loving father and husband. He spent 30 years at Allstate insurance where
he was a beloved coworker. DJ was known for his love of golf, gardening, and Cleveland sports, as well as
his kindness, sense of humor, resilience, and ability to brighten every person he met. DJ is survived by his
three children; four siblings: Beverly Brunstedt, Mary Lou Skubic (Mike), Robert (Luann), and James; eight
grandchildren: Sophie, Carli (Jesse Beckner), Vince, Aaron, Kayla, Kendall, Elle, and Mady; and numerous
nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother Richard and his wife Rita.
Friends and family can pay their respects at the Ferfolia Funeral Home (356 W. Aurora Rd, Sagamore Hills
44067). Calling hours will be from 3:00-8:00 PM Friday, August 15. The funeral service will begin at 11:00
AM Saturday, August 16, with a luncheon to follow.