Longtime Cleveland Resident Donald Glaser Dies at 92

Glaser was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who was active in the local Orthodox community.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

Donald Glaser, a longtime resident of the Cleveland area, passed away on March 7, 2026 at the age of 92. Glaser was the dearly beloved husband of the late Arlene M. Glaser, loving father of David, James, and Thomas, and dear grandfather and great-grandfather to several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many in the local community.

Why it matters

Glaser's passing marks the end of an era for a prominent Cleveland family with deep roots in the local Orthodox Christian community. As an active member of St. Matthew Orthodox Church for decades, Glaser's life and legacy will be remembered by many in the region.

The details

Glaser's funeral services will be held at St. Matthew Orthodox Church in North Royalton, Ohio on Thursday, March 12, 2026. There will be a visitation from 10-11 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Theodosius Cemetery.

  • Glaser passed away on March 7, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 4-7 p.m. at Mallchok Funeral Home in Parma, Ohio.
  • Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at St. Matthew Orthodox Church in North Royalton, Ohio.

The players

Donald Glaser

A 92-year-old longtime resident of the Cleveland area who was the dearly beloved husband of the late Arlene M. Glaser, loving father of David, James, and Thomas, and dear grandfather and great-grandfather.

Arlene M. Glaser

Donald Glaser's late wife.

David Glaser

One of Donald Glaser's three sons.

James Glaser

One of Donald Glaser's three sons.

Thomas Glaser

One of Donald Glaser's three sons.

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The takeaway

Donald Glaser's passing marks the end of an era for a prominent Cleveland family with deep roots in the local Orthodox Christian community. His life and legacy will be remembered by many in the region.