Scott T. Vitek's Obituary
Scott T. Vitek, age 68, of Brook Park, passed away unexpectedly, November 14, 2024. Born February 6, 1956 in Bedford, Ohio to the late Thomas J. and Jacqueline L. (Kuntz) Vitek. Scott was a 1974 graduate of Bedford High School and began his career at Blue Cross & Blue Shield as their Printing Press Operator and later, finished out his working career with the Riddell Sports Equipment Company, retiring in 2022.
Scott was very social by nature and in his younger days he enjoyed running. He also had an interest in music and loved his cats. He was an avid bowler, especially enjoying his Tuesday and Friday bowling leagues, which he participated in for decades.
Scott was the loving father of Kristopher (Amanda) Vitek of Lakewood, OH, Rachel Vitek (Eric Jobes) of Chicago, IL and Jason (Kaitlyn) Vitek of Groveport, OH. He was the cherished grandfather of Parker & Quinn Vitek and brother of the late Todd Vitek, and the former spouse of Gayle Polenske-Vitek.
Family and friends may gather for visitation at The Vodrazka Funeral Home of Independence, 6505 Brecksville Rd., (Rt. 21, S. of Rockside), Friday, November 22, 2024 from 5-8pm, immediately followed by a memorial service at 8pm.
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