Nicholas J. Rajkovich

Nicholas J. Rajkovich, age 78, passed away June 1, 2026. Beloved husband of Ronelle "Ronnie" (nee Bly) for 56 years. Loving dad of Nicholas B. (Stacey Kartub) and Daniel J. (Renne Harmon). Devoted grandpa of Nikola "Cole." Dear son of the late Nick and Helen (nee Pope) and son-in-law of the late Ronald and Erma Bly. Dearest brother of Thomas (Marcia), Cathy Pugh (Daniel, deceased), and Robert (Sally, deceased). Dear uncle of Erin, Samuel, Thomas, Christopher, Robert, Warren, and Andrew. Cherished friend to Carol Chamberlain and Del Harstine.

Nick was a teacher and wrestling coach at Brecksville High School, faculty at Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University. He was a co-founder with his brother, Tom, and president of Gem City Plastic Machinery. Nick was also a proud Brecksville resident for over 50 years. He taught and traveled to most of Western Europe with Ronnie. Nick was a wonderful father and husband who was very proud of his family and their accomplishments.

Family and friends will be received at NOSEK-McCREERY FUNERAL HOME, 8150 BRECKSVILLE RD., BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141 on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 4-8 p.m. Nick's funeral service will be held at the funeral home, Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10 a.m. followed by interment at Brecksville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Helen Rajkovich Scholarship Fund. C/O Aultman Hospital School of Nursing, 2600 Sixth St. SW, Canton, OH 44710.

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