Ken Colosi, age 66 of Mentor, passed away November 30th, 2025 at The Cleveland Clinic with his family by his side. He was born October 16th, 1959 in Painesville, Ohio to the late Anthony and Louise Colosi.
Ken was an engineer and worked for Kodak and retired in 2021 from Steris in Mentor.
Ken graduated from The Ohio State University and was a huge buckeyes football fan. He was also a avid Cleveland Indians fan. He enjoyed going to outdoor music concerts, traveling with his wife and spending time with his family and friends.
Ken was the loving husband to Sue Blankschaen; beloved father of Nick (Colleen) Colosi, Alex (Lauren) Colosi, and Gina Colosi; other loving family Carl (Laura) Blankschaen, Kurt (Bobby) Blankschaen, and Jerry Blankschaen; brother of Barbara (Tony) Colosi and Karen (Doug-deceased) Crock; uncle of Katie Bateman and Rachael (Ron) Bledsoe.
The Colosi family will receive family and friends from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A Memorial Service will follow at 1:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.
Donations can be made in Ken’s name to the FSHD Muscular Dystrophy Society www.FSHDsociety.org
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My brother Ken was a remarkable person. Never complained and enjoyed his life. Will miss you brother. Love you
Sending our deepest condolences to the Colosi and Blankschaen families
Ken and my late husband Bob Heberger met at Kodak. We shared so many great times at parties and gatherings.
At the end, Susan helped him through his illness and struggles. Now he will rest in peace as his memory lives on.
Love to Susan and his family.
Sue, Nothing I say will ease your pain, but I am forever sorry for you losing some so special. My thoughts are with you and the family.
Ken was a good friend of my brother, Roger. They both worked at Kodak and loved the Buckeyes. Ken very graciously delivered the eulogy at Roger’s funeral. We appreciated so much his kind words about our brother. Rest in peace Ken.
OH-IO !! love ya brother. We had some.gteat times at the shoe! That win Saturday was for you.. you were a GREAT person and loved hanging out with you..I hope your up there with woody and Derr.. my heart is broken my friend. You were a true inspiration for me. Love ya Ken! Go bucks
So sorry for your loss. Sending love, hugs and prayers for comfort. ❤️🙏
Dear Sue,
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. May the good memories bring you comfort.
So sorry to hear about Ken. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Ken’s and remember him fondly.
To the Ken Colosi family. The tribute I just watched brings together all life has to give us, joy, family, love, food, events we cherish and change. We make these memories with those closest to us to keep us during times of loss and sorrow. Every event in this life is engrained in our memories to protect us from ever forgetting our loved one. The passing of a husband, father & friend leaves a void but not emptiness.
I feel grateful my daughter found a good husband and family that embraces each member to shares joy and sorrow together. We need one another and this family was gifted Ken for a season to forge enduring memories and shape our future.
Weeping may last for a time and grief is just an expression of the bonds of love. It is necessary, heathy and good to grieve.
May LOVE keep each of you, may you find peace in the process and may your fond memories remain until our eternal end. Peace, Grace & Love to each member.
We are saddened with you and extend our condolences and love. Praying you feel the love of your friends and family as they hold you up during this time.
Our deepest condolences to the Colosi and Blankschaen families
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