Dragan Ceran
August 5, 1926 ~ August 11, 2007
Dragan Ceran, 81, of Weirton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, August 11, 2007, of complications resulting from lung disease. Mr. Ceran was born August 5, 1926 in Youngstown, OH. He was the eldest son of the late Matija and Roza Ferketich Ceran. His brother Milton Ceran and sisters, Mary Smusz and Dorothy Ceran also preceded him in death.
Mr. Ceran was a retired engineer employed in the transportation department of Weirton Steel, with 45 years of service. An Army veteran of WWII, he was a recipient of a bronze star for his services with the 33rd Infantry division occupation forces at Wakayama, Japan. He was a member of Holy Resurrection Eastern Serbian Orthodox Church, 25 year club of Weirton Steel, WWII Last Mans Club, VFW, and the American Legion.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Edna Lee Calder Ceran of Weirton; son Michael Phillip of Edgemoore, SC; and daughters Tanya Lynn Musler, of Charlotte, NC, and Cynthia Elaine Ferrari of Weirton, WV. His grandchildren are Cameron Phillip Musler, Tess Elaine Ferrari, Michael Phillip Ceran II, Parker Edward Musler, and Jake Dragan Ferrari.
Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 4-8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main St, Weirton, WV, where a Pomen service will be at 6:45PM in the funeral home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, 11 AM in the funeral home with the Very Reverend Father Rade Merick officiating.
Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton where Military services will be conducted by the American Legion Post 10 and the Weirton Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Holy Resurrection Eastern Orthodox Church, 528 North Fourth St, Steubenville, OH 43952.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
I was quite surprised to hear about Dragon. I always thought that he was younger than me. However, I am one year older. I am so sorry that he is no longer with us but I am sure that he is in a better place. You will miss him very much and so will we. Edna
Dear Family of Dragan, I knew Dragan from the mill and oh the Wonderful memories I have of such a Gentleman. He truly was a Great employee of Weirton Steel and a treasure of a friend. I got to visit with him this past summer at the rehab at WMC and it was such a pleasure. You all, I am sure have so many wonderful memories to take you thru this difficult time. May God bless you all. A Friend from Weirton Steel, Darlene McKinley
To the family of Dragan, You have my deepest sympathy with your loss. I know how great Dragan was with the care and love for my Uncle Paul. I will miss him dearly as much as all you will too.
I work with Mike and I am so sorry about your loss Please give your Mother condolences. We are all thinking about you. Ruth Gavin
To the Ceran Family, With our deepest sympathies to your family on the loss of your wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you at this time and always. Lisa, Fred, Alexander, Zachary, & Brianna
Dear Ceran Family, You have my deepest sympathy and prayers at this difficult time. Your family will always be a special part of my childhood memories. May God be with you now and always! Love, Gilda (Ruszkowski) Vasko
Dear Mike, Bonnie and Michael: My deepest condolences on the loss of your dad (grandfather). May the good Lord grant you peace and serenity in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
To the Ceran family.my love and prayers are with you at this sad time in your lives.your neighbour from North View Court at one time. God Bless. Wilma(Patterson)Paytors.
Dear Ceran Family, Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. With our deepest sympathies, Bari, Jeff, Josh, Gabe, and Jonah
CERAN FAMILY POLLY & I HAD SOME GREAT TIMES OUT AT THE FARM IN OHIO WHERE ED & DAISEY LIVED, DRAGAN ALWAYS WHEN OUT OF HIS WAY TO MAKE SHORE WE HAD A GOOD TIME WHICH WE ALWAYS DID.WE OFTEN TALK ABOUT THIS. DRAGAN WILL BE MISSED, THE BEST TO HIS FAMILY. GENE & POLLY SWAIN & FAMILY
For as long as I can remember, Dragan was my dad’s nearest & dearest friend. They were friends for over 50 years and no one was ever respected and admired by my dad as much as Dragan was. One of my earliest memories are the times when we got to go to the farmhouse. He was a good man and a wonderful friend to my dad over the years. I am so thankful that, in the past few months, my dad got to visit with him. He will truly be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Blondie, Mickey, Tanya, Cindy & families. My sincere sympathy to each of you at this tragic time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Savor the wonderful memories of your time with him. Gale Cassella
Please know we are thinking of you and remembering you in our prayers. Julie, Greg, Sam, and Noah
Dear Mickey,Blondie,Tanya and Cindy, Sandy Presutti emailed me with the news of Dragan’s passing. I am truly sorry and share in your heartache. We had many wonderful times together during our teenage years, Tanya; at each others homes along with many other places. Blondie, I think of you so often, and miss you, too. I ask Paula about you when we talk. Cindy, you were my little ‘sister’ all those years ago; we had fun, too! If I lived a bit closer, I would be there with all of you. It’s these moments that make me wish I could be closer to where I grew up. Please know, even though distance keeps us apart, my love and prayers are with all of you. Always, Debbie and family
To The Ceran Family. We are all thinking of you during this difficult time. With love, Simone, David, Kevin and Jonathan
To the Ceran Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Ceran was a wonderful man and he will be missed by many. Our Prayers are with you, Jo Ellen, Steven, Alexander, and Victoria
Our hearts go out to you during this time of grief. My childhood memories include your whole family. Many of my weekends were spent at Ed and Daisy’s, as were many of yours. Those were great times. Someone once said it is not what you take with you that matters but what you left with others while on earth. Dragan had an impact on everyone that knew him, as did everyone in the family. It was Dragan who taught me to water ski at Seneca Lake. He was always encouraging. When I was learning to play the guitar he always had an attentive ear and a complement. There are so many memories and good times that I could talk about but there is not enough space on here. May God Bless You and comfort you during this time of loss. Kevin and Tammy Welch
Tanya, I am so sorry about the passing of your father & my deepest sympathy to you & your family at this time. Your classmate, Vicki Arnett Gilles
Although I’ve only met Mr. Ceran a few times, Mike always spoke with respect and admiration about his Father. Please accept our best wishes from the Bennight household to the Ceran household.
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our sympathy is with you.