Kenneth William Tropiano

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth William Tropiano, lovingly referred to as "Fox or Rambo," who left this world on July 1st, 2025 at the age of 81.

Born Kenneth William Tropiano to the late Nick Fiorilli and Catherina Tropiano Fiorilli on June 1st, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio., he went on to join the Navy from 1963 to 1967. While in the Navy he served in the Vietnam War. After the Vietnam War he left the Navy to became a professional fire works technician and a Chef. Kenneth utimiatly retired as a chef at Guarinos where his passion for food and the love of people filled his heart with happiness. 

Kenneth had a passion for electronics, music and movies from the sixties. He was adored by many who meet him as he was easy to make for long conversations. 

Kenneth is survived by his loving siblings David Lefko, Nicolette (loving brother in-law Dan Clarkston) and John Fiorilli. Nephew Vince Sanguedolce, Nieces Debra ( Jason Vasilev) Danielle (Zak Lutz) Deanna ( Johnathan Barkley) Cathy Glass and Amber Glass. Kenneth's legacy will live on through the memories we treasure, the meals we share, and the music that will forever remind us of him. 

Family and friends are welcome on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Slone & Co. Funeral Directors 13115 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, OH 44111.