Dolores J. "Dee" (Silva) Polichena

Dolores J. "Dee" Polichena 92 of Kent passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Kent Ridge Senior Living. She was born February 7, 1933 in Kent, Ohio to Raymond and Ruth (Biggs) Silva. Dee was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and the former owner of the Birdie Shack Putt Putt Golf. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leonard P. Polichena in 2019, son Leonard M. Polichena in 2013 and a brother Ralph Silva. Survivors include her son William (Lisa) Myers, 6 grandchildren and 3 great granchildren. William J and Olivia Myers, Michael (Nicole) Polichena and their children Hayden and Hadley, Victoria (Tyler Stanley) Polichena and their daughter Charlotte, Alexandria Polichena, Robert Polichena and many nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no calling hours or services. Cremation has taken place. She will be laid to rest with her husband Leonard at St. Mary Cemetery in Ravenna. Condolences and memories of Dee may be shared at www.sscfuneralhomes.com. Special thanks to all the caregivers from Home Instead, Kentridge Senior Living, and Traditions Hospice and special friend Cheryl Hillers.