Miljenko “Mike” Jakopanec, age 81 of Willoughby, passed away January 30th, 2025 at UH St. John Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born October 13th, 1943 in Zagreb, Croatia.
Mike retired from Euclid Precision Grinding in Willoughby after 45 years of service.
Mike enjoyed fishing with his friends and his son Mike. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan. He most loved spending time with his family, especially watching his grandchildren’s sporting events.
Mike was the loving husband for 61 years to Mara Jakopanec; beloved father of Michael Jakopanec and Susan (Glenn) Nimmo; dearest grandfather of Evan Liddington, Cross and Cruz Nimmo.
The Jakopanec family will receive friends from 2:00 – 6:00 PM Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 AM Monday, February 3rd, 2025 at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd., Mentor. Burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Twp.