Charles J. Lesko 68 of Elyria passed away Thursday April 9 , 2015 at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was born September 7 , 1946 in Lakewood. Charles was a graduate of St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland. He enjoyed drawing cartoons , Love for cooking and sports , was an avid reader , and Love for his family which meant everything to him. Survivors include his wife of 48 years Therese (nee Grisez) , daughters Denise (Tim) Slife of Ft. Worth, Texas , Deborah (Steve) Thanos of Darien, Illinois , Dianna Lesko of Aurora, Illinois , sons Donnall (Laurie) of Plainfield, Illinois , Dan (Kim) of Elyria , 8 grandchildren , brother Ken of Rocky River. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Margaret (nee Drapac). Family will receive friends 10-11AM Monday April 13, 2015 at St. Agnes Church 611 Lake Ave. Elyria , where a Memorial Mass will follow at 11AM. Rev. Fr. Albert Veigas will be the Celebrant. Burial will be Private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Lorain County Cremation Service of Elyria. 440-322-4626. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com Service: 11AM Monday April 13, 2015 St. Agnes Church 611 Lake Ave. Elyria,Ohio Visitation: 10AM-11AM Monday April 13, 2015 St. Agnes Church 611 Lake Ave. Elyria, Ohio