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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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Mary Lou Hoffman

Mary Lou Hoffman

Sep 30, 2025

STOW - Mary Lou Hoffman, 70, died September 1, 2025.

Born on December 21, 1954, in Akron, she had been a lifetime area resident.

There are no public services, burial will be held in Stow, Ohio. 

Jacquelyn Ann Vogel

Jacquelyn Ann Vogel

Sep 26, 2025

STOW - Jacquelyn Ann Vogel, 95, of Stow, died Friday, September 26, 2025.

She was married to Robert E. Vogel on December 26, 1950. The couple was together until his death in August of 2024. They will be mourned by a large extended family, including six children, thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren. One grandchild, Ryanna Salberg, predeceased them.

Born to Joseph and...

Francis (Frank) Langdon Spring

Francis (Frank) Langdon Spring

Sep 22, 2025

HUDSON - Francis (Frank) Langdon Spring, 80, passed away September 22, 2025.

Born in Boston, MA, to the late Arthur Langdon and Esther Kelley Spring. Frank graduated from Dartmouth College in 1967 and began his career in varied capacities of public relations for both corporate and non-profit organizations. It was one of these positions that brought him to the Cleveland area...

Linda S. (Sue) Clough

Linda S. (Sue) Clough

Sep 22, 2025

To view the livestream Mass of the Christian Burial on behalf of

Mrs. Linda S. (Sue) Clough, please click the link below on

Friday, September 26, 2025, at 10 AM,

then select "Video Resources" under the menu:

Holy Family Catholic Church ~ Mass of the Christian Burial for Mrs. Linda S. (Sue) Clough



STOW - Linda S. (Sue) Clough, 74, died September 22, 2025.

Born in...

Jane S. Copeland

Jane S. Copeland

Sep 17, 2025

DOYLESTOWN - Our beloved mother has passed to Glory. Jane S. Copeland, 89, formerly of Stow, Ohio, passed away on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her family, following a lengthy illness.

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, she was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Esther Sholeen; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Alice Sholeen, Carl and Lucy Sholeen,...

Georgia Zoann Lichtenfels

Georgia Zoann Lichtenfels

Sep 17, 2025

AKRON - It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Georgia Zoann Lichtenfels, 85, who passed away peacefully at the Village of St. Edward at Green on September 17, 2025.

Her passing leaves a deep hole in the hearts of all who loved her, but also joyfulness at the trust that she is made whole again in the...

Gary Austin Redford, Sr.

Gary Austin Redford, Sr.

Sep 17, 2025

WADSWORTH - Gary Austin Redford, Sr., met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 17, 2025.

Born in Florence, Alabama, Gary later moved with his family to Stow, Ohio, where he attended Stow High School. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, honored to serve his country and protect the Christian values he held dear.

Gary worked...

Vicky Lynn Marimon

Vicky Lynn Marimon

Sep 14, 2025

SILVER LAKE - Vicky Lynn Marimon, 68, passed away September 14, 2025.

Born in Amherst, she was a resident of Silver Lake since 1985. Vicky graduated summa cum laude from Akron University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Textiles and Clothing.

Vicky was very caring and passionate about everything she put her heart into. She valued capturing memories through photos of...

Reginald G. Best

Reginald G. Best

Sep 3, 2025

STOW - Reginald G. Best, 89, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025.

Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident and a U.S. Army veteran. Reginald retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 1995, after 29 years of service and was a longtime member of The Chapel in Akron. Reggie was a car enthusiast and enjoyed buying them...

Bonnie Jo Gentry

Bonnie Jo Gentry

Sep 1, 2025

STOW - Bonnie Jo Gentry, 70, passed away September 1, 2025.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Bonnie battled long-term health complications, but never lost the feisty, strong spirit that everyone loved. A friend to everyone, Bonnie loved Elvis, bingo, ice cream and making people laugh.

Her family will remember her hospitality, especially on the holidays - they will talk about her mashed potatoes...

Michael Carl Kubiak, Jr.

Michael Carl Kubiak, Jr.

Sep 1, 2025

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Michael Carl Kubiak, Jr., 85, passed away September 1, 2025.

Born in Mt. Pleasant, PA, he was a long-time resident of Stow and a resident of Cuyahoga Falls since 2016. Michael had been employed with General Motors as a Tool and Die Engineer, retiring in 2002, after 30 years of dedicated service. He was a member of Annunciation...

Joseph Wayne Crowe

Joseph Wayne Crowe

Aug 31, 2025

STOW - Joseph Wayne Crowe, of Stow, Ohio, died August 31, 2025, at the age of 77.

He was born in Kingsport, Tennessee, to Silas and Virginia Crowe. Joe has four surviving sisters and three brothers.

He retired from the National Park Service after 44 years, most recently with the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. He also lived in Wyoming, Utah, and Maryland...

Mark A. Hoaglin

Mark A. Hoaglin

Aug 18, 2025

STOW - Today, we say goodbye to the kind of dad and husband who made family his life’s work. Mark A. Hoaglin, 70, passed away August 18, 2025.

Born in Akron, he resided in Stow for the last 50 years. Starting his ongoing sales career, he worked at Stow Sparkle Market during and after high school, then retiring from TCH Industries...

Susan Carol Caldwell

Susan Carol Caldwell

Aug 16, 2025

PARMA HEIGHTS - Susan Carol Caldwell, 79, passed away on August 16, 2025.

Born on January 17, 1946, Susan lived a life devoted to her family. Her greatest joy was being a mother to her three daughters, whom she loved with all her heart.

In her later years, Susan faced the challenges of dementia with quiet strength and grace. Though words and...

Annetta (Netta) J. Hoversten (nee Ross)

Annetta (Netta) J. Hoversten (nee Ross)

Aug 12, 2025



HUDSON - Annetta (Netta) J. Hoversten (nee Ross), 86, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on August 12, 2025.

Netta was born in DuBois, PA, to George and Eleanor (Kirker) Ross. Netta grew up in DuBois and graduated from DuBois High School. All throughout her school years she and her best friend roller skated. They had to walk to...

Janet Lee Harris

Janet Lee Harris

Aug 10, 2025

STOW - We are extremely saddened to announce that Janet Lee Harris, 68, passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2025.

Born in Cuyahoga Falls, she was a resident of Stow since 2003. Janet followed in her mother’s footsteps with pursuing a career as a registered nurse, having been employed by the Cleveland Clinic and later, Summa Health System, before retiring in...

Thomas R. Bowen

Thomas R. Bowen

Aug 6, 2025

STOW - Thomas R. Bowen, 77, passed away August 6, 2025.

Born in Akron, Thomas was a resident of Stow since 1950. He was the valedictorian of Stow High School’s Class of 1966 and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Akron in 1971. Thomas worked as a mechanical engineer for Parker Hannifin, (formerly Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems), retiring in...

Robert A. Schoenstein

Robert A. Schoenstein

Aug 4, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Robert A. Schoenstein, 87, formerly of Stow and Florida, died August 4, 2025.

Born in Akron, he was a U.S. Army veteran and had been employed full time as a truck driver, bus driver and instructor in both Ohio and Florida. After his retirement, Robert drove a Jolly Trolley in Florida. Robert enjoyed watching baseball and basketball, and was...

Anna M. Niemann

Anna M. Niemann

Aug 2, 2025

MUNROE FALLS - Anna M. Niemann, age 97, passed away in Aurora, Ohio, on August 2, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Calvin; parents, Cecil and Vera (nee Fawley) Smith and her siblings, Edward Smith, Mary McFarland, Barbara Madonio and Cecil (Woodie) Smith.

Anna is survived by her children, Valerie (Greg) Moga and James (Jennifer) Niemann;...

Jo Ann Mullins (nee Miller)

Jo Ann Mullins (nee Miller)

Aug 1, 2025

TALLMADGE - Jo Ann Mullins (nee Miller), age 92, passed away on August 1, 2025.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Terry, and survived by her children, Cheryl, Jeffrey and Jill (Dr. Brian Hogan), and grandson, Chance Coughlin.

Jo Ann was born in Uniontown, Ohio to Oma and James Frank Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents...

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