Edward J. "Shorty" Kuderna Jr. 68, of Elyria passed away Friday September 7, 2012 at EMH Health Center in Elyria following a long illness. He was born August 10, 1944 in Cleveland, OH. Edward was gifted as a mechanic and fixed cars for over twenty years like no one else. He enjoyed bowling, gambling, golf, cooking; and loved to joke around. Survivors include his wife of twenty three years; Patricia C. (nee: Wynne) a son; Edward J. III of North Royalton, a daughter; Melissa M. Boos (Brian) of Schaumburg, IL, two step sons; Michael J. Sedor (Teresa) of Elyria, and Thomas E. Sedor, additional survivors include three grandchildren; Noah Sedor, Nikolaus Boos and Lorelei Boos, two sisters; Janet Biro ( the late Frank) of North Ridgeville, Fran Gesten (Terry) of Strongsville, and a brother; Paul Kuderna of North Royalton., and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Edward was preceded in death by his parents; Edward Sr. and Mary (nee: Tvergyak) Kuderna, and a brother; Raymond "Pee Wee" Kuderna (Janice). NO VISITATION Funeral Mass 10:00 AM Thursday September 13, 2012 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church 16271 Pearl Rd. Strongsville, OH where Rev. Fr. Robert J. Kraig, Pastor will be the Celebrant. (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH) Burial will be private. Memorial contributions in Edward's memory can be sent to Camp Cheerful 15000 Cheerful Lane Strongsville, OH 44136. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to The Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Elyria (440)322-4626. Online condolences can be expressed www.laubenthalmercado.com Service: 10:00 AM Thursday September 13, 2012 St. John Neumann Catholic Church 16271 Pearl Rd. Strongsville, Ohio