Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Stow, Ohio

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Stow, Ohio area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Rosemary Berdy

Rosemary Berdy

Sep 4, 2026

TALLMADGE - Born a coal miner's daughter in Morgantown, West Virginia Rosemary, became baby sister to brothers Paul and Bob in June of 1940. When she was just six weeks of age her father Robert Gatian was killed in a devastating mining accident. In her early teens, along with her beloved mom, Pauline, she left the steep mountains of the...

Bonnie Lou Lyon

Bonnie Lou Lyon

Aug 28, 2026

AKRON - Bonnie Lou Lyon passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026.

She was born on August 20, 1929, at Akron General Hospital to the late, Floyd and Marie Pontius.

Bonnie attended the University of Mount Union and later Akron University from 1948-1951 where she received a bachelor's degree. She was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. In 1954 Bonnie...

Charles Edward Hayes

Charles Edward Hayes

Aug 30, 2026

AKRON – Chuck Checked Out on August 30, 2026.

Charles “Chuck” E. Hayes was born December 8, 1952, in Akron to the late John and Helen Hayes. He was a lifelong resident of Akron. Chuck was a proud U.S. Army veteran, having served honorably as a helicopter door gunner, during the Vietnam War (1971-1972). He was, also, an active member of...

Carolynn Rae Mostyn

Carolynn Rae Mostyn

Aug 29, 2026

Carolynn Rae (Chooch) Mostyn (nee Mullaly) passed away on 8/29/2026, after a long illness.

Carolynn was a graduate of Stow High School in 1968 and attended Mt. Vernon Nazarene College, earning an Associate Degree in Music.

Carolynn, or "Chooch" to her friends, family and Grand kids, loved life and enjoyed music, travel, writing and spending time with people. She spent her life...

Mary Jo Brockway

Mary Jo Brockway

Aug 29, 2026

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Mary Jo (Cramer) Brockway died peacefully on August 29, 2026. Mary Jo was born in Wichita Falls, TX on July 25, 1943, to Frances & Ernest “Bud” Cramer and grew up in Rantoul, IL.

After graduating with a degree in education from Eastern Illinois University, she taught high school English in Norfolk, VA and Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico...

James Arthur Tackett Sr.

James Arthur Tackett Sr.

Aug 19, 2026

KENT - James (Jim) Arthur Tackett Sr. passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and memories that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Tackett, and his mother, Janet Tackett.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Dorothy Tackett,...

Roger Lee Rauschenberger

Roger Lee Rauschenberger

Aug 27, 2026

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MUNROE FALLS – Roger Lee Rauschenberger, 83, passed away peacefully in his home on August 27, 2026, surrounded by his wife and children.

The son of the late Frederick and Ellen Rauschenberger, he was born March 3, 1943, in Akron. Roger had lived in Munroe Falls since 2010 and was a U.S. Navy veteran. He worked 37...

Cora Mae Garner

Cora Mae Garner

Aug 24, 2026

Stow, Ohio - Cora M. Garner, 91, went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2026.

Cora was born in Bemis (Jackson), Tennessee where she grew up picking cotton with her family. Before finishing high school, Cora moved to Detroit to live with her Aunt Goldie and Uncle George to continue her high school education. While in Detroit, Cora met...

Houston Roderick Morgan Sr.

Houston Roderick Morgan Sr.

Aug 20, 2026

STOW – Houston R. Morgan, Sr., 98, passed away August 20, 2026. A son of the late Herbert Whinzer and Mary Margaret Morgan, he was born April 17, 1928 in Akron. He grew up in Silver Lake, spending many hours in the outdoors that he loved. He was a proud graduate of Stow High School class of 1946, Western Reserve...

Georgette Maria Scott-Clemens

Georgette Maria Scott-Clemens

Aug 21, 2026

STOW – Georgette “Gigi” M. Scott-Clemens, 60, passed away August 21, 2026.

A daughter of the late, George Scott and Winnifred Garibay, she was born January 26, 1966 in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Gigi had been employed as an administrative assistant, retiring in 2001 to prioritize being a mother. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Kent. Gigi enjoyed spending...

Susan Nelle Snowberger

Susan Nelle Snowberger

Aug 23, 2026

STOW - Susan Snowberger, 80, passed away peacefully on August 23, surrounded by her family.

Sue was a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother, and the heart of her home. A talented cook, homemaker, and an avid gardener. Sue took great pride in her family and in creating a home filled with love, laughter, and wonderful memories.

Sue was a 1964 graduate...

Cheryl Ann Peery

Cheryl Ann Peery

Aug 13, 2026

STOW – Cheryl A. (née Curry) Peery, 65, passed away on August 13, 2026.

She was born May 21, 1961, in Cleveland, OH, and her family later moved to Twinsburg, where she attended local schools and graduated from R.B. Chamberlin High School in 1979. She earned an associate degree in accounting from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2016.

Cheryl was employed with Ohio...

Howard B. Johnson

Howard B. Johnson

Aug 4, 2026

STOW - Howard B. Johnson PhD, 90, passed away peacefully August 4, 2026. He was born April 27, 1936, in Willits, CA, and was the only child of the late Brand and Margaret Johnson.

Growing up in Petaluma, CA, Howard developed the intellect, curiosity, work ethic and the love of travel and cars that would last his whole life. He often...

Gloria Rosemary Harrington

Gloria Rosemary Harrington

Aug 17, 2026

MUNROE FALLS — Gloria Rosemary Harrington, 83, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026.

Born in Buffalo, New York, Gloria eventually made her home in Munroe Falls, Ohio, where she built a life centered around family, love, and caring for others.

Gloria spent her professional life working with children, including time in preschool and opening her home to the many foster children...

Dolores May Cartwright

Dolores May Cartwright

Aug 15, 2026

STOW - Dolores M. Cartwright passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026. just days shy of her 94th birthday.

Born on August 26, 1932, to Clarence and Ruth Walker, Dolores lived a long, full life defined by her warmth and dedication to her family.

She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Lyle B. Cartwright, as well as her parents and her...

Margaret Jean Yeager

Margaret Jean Yeager

Aug 12, 2026

Margaret Jean, nee Scott, Yeager, 88, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. She was born in Youngstown, OH, November 16, 1937, to Owen O. and Oneta Tressler Scott. She was raised in Boardman.

Peg graduated from the College of Wooster, with a degree in economics. Friendships developed there lasted a lifetime.

In 1959 she married David L. Yeager, “because there was...

Robert Henry Zehnal

Robert Henry Zehnal

Aug 9, 2026

Robert “Rob” Zehnal Robert “Rob” Zehnal, 81 of Stow, Ohio, formerly of Hudson, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, to be with his Savior Jesus Christ. Rob was a lifelong Ohio resident who grew up in Cleveland’s Slavic Village neighborhood during the 1940’s. He was known for his steadfast faith, love for his family, quiet strength and heart...

Baron Lee Anders

Baron Lee Anders

Aug 10, 2026

Baron Lee Anders, age 76, of Sherrodsville, OH, passed away on August 10th, 2026.



Son of the late Wilbur and Evelyn Anders, he was born January 4th, 1950, in Newell, PA. Baron started his family in Stow, OH and had been employed with LTV Steel as a lathe operator, retiring in 2002. He settled in Sherrodsville, OH, where he spent the...

Clark Rumiser Sr

Clark Rumiser Sr

Aug 4, 2026

KENT – Clark Rumiser Sr, 96, passed away August 4, 2026.

Born in Peninsula, OH, to Charles and Ruth Rumiser, Clark was a resident of Kent and U.S. Army veteran. He greatly enjoyed working as a crossing guard, maintaining his yard and small woodworking projects.

Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Rumiser; wife, Opal Rumiser, siblings; Rollie Rumiser, Norma...

John Postiy

John Postiy

Jul 20, 2026

STOW - John Postiy Jr., 94 of Stow passed away at his home on July 20, 2026.

He was born August 28, 1931, to Della and John Postiy in Alliance, OH. John graduated from Alliance High School and went on to served in the United States Air Force from 1950 to 1954 during the Korean Conflict, achieving the rank of staff...

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