Shirley Estes
Jun 15, 2017
Obituary of Shirley Estes
Shirley W. Estes, 84, died June 15, 2017.
Born in Akron, she retired as a manager from Ohio Bell (AT&T) after 40 years of service and was a longtime member of The Chapel. Shirley had been a Sunday school teacher for over 50 years, and was active at The Haven of Rest, where...
Mary Kay Castner
Jun 12, 2017
Obituary of Mary Kay Castner
Mary Kay Castner, 81, died June 12, 2017. Born in Akron, she loved to quilt and had retired as a social worker.
Preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Dorothy Kehrle, she is survived by her husband of 58 years, Tom, daughters Meg (David) Edwards, Laura Castner, sons Ken (Leslie) Castner...
Ray E. Benson, Jr.
Jun 11, 2017
Obituary of Ray E. Benson, Jr.
TALLMADGE - Ray E. Benson, Jr., 84 went home to be with the Lord on June 11, 2017.
Ray was born in Clarksburg, WV to Ray E. Benson, Sr. and Mary Louise Benson. He was a resident of Tallmadge since 1966, a U.S. Army veteran, serving as a medic, and a...
Mabel Marie Upham
Jun 10, 2017
Obituary of Mabel Marie Upham
Mabel Marie Upham, 93, peacefully left her earthly life on Saturday June 10, 2017 to join family and friends in heaven.
She was born October 6, 1923 in Midland, Michigan and spent most of herlife in Midland. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard D. Upham in December 2003.She is survived by...
Gertrude Ritchie
Jun 9, 2017
Obituary of Gertrude Ritchie
Gertrude Dreger Ritchie, 100 years, of Stow, Ohio passed away June 9, 2017 after a brief illness in Akron, Ohio. She was preceded by her husband of 65 years, Rupert Ritchie.
Gertrude was born in Brunswick, Ohio to Gustav and Emma Dreger on May 22,1917. She attended Brunswick Schools and graduated in 1936...
James D. Placko
Jun 6, 2017
Obituary of James D. Placko
STOW - James D. Placko, 72, died June 6, 2017.
Born in Cleveland, he was a Stow resident over 40 years, a Kent State University graduate, and a U.S. Air Force Vietnam veteran. James was a3rd Degree Knight and past Grand Knight of the Father Maruskin Council in Stow and a 4th...
Susan Nmi Regan
Jun 5, 2017
Obituary of Susan NMI Regan
Susan Regan, 91, devoted wife to Willie, dearly loved Mother, beloved grandma/great-grandma, sister-in-law and aunt was called to be with the Lord on June 5, 2017. Susan will be lovingly remembered by the entire family circle and is loved by all the lives she touched.
As a young girl of 19, she...
Arnetta Stover
Jun 4, 2017
Obituary of Arnetta Stover
STOW - Arnetta Stover, 76, passed away June 4, 2017.
Born in Weston WV, Arnetta was a lifetime area resident. Arnetta was involved with many charitable organizations, was an animal advocate, enjoyed hiking, physical fitness and spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 48...
Robert C. Schray
Jun 4, 2017
Obituary of Robert C. Schray Robert (Bob) Carl Schray passed away June 4th at Akron General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born June 29, 1935 to Carl & Ella (Goins) Schray in Akron, Ohio. Bob graduated Cuyahoga Falls High School and earned his pharmacy degree from Ohio Northern University. He was preceded in death by his parents....
Susan L. Lantz
Jun 1, 2017
Obituary of Susan L. Lantz
Susan L. Lantz, 64, passed away June 1, 2017 with her family by her side.
Born in Ravenna, Susan was a lifetime area resident. She graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School in 1970 and from Kent State University in 1972. Susan retired from Pediatrics of Akron after 33 years of service. Susan...
Margaret Ann Gasper
Jun 1, 2017
Obituary of Margaret Ann Gasper
1953-2017
Her smilewould instantly light up any room, brightening the day of all who met her.
Hercompassionateheartwould melt the hardest soul, inspiring those who knew her.
As a wife, mother, sister, and friend, she was thoughtful, caring, and giving.
She loved to cook; whether preparing family...
John J. Ventura
May 31, 2017
Obituary of John J. Ventura
STOW - John J. Ventura passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 31, 2017.
John was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, spent the last 40 years of his life as a Stow resident and was a U.S. Marine Corps reservist.
John is preceded in death...
Charles Wesley Reynolds, M.D.
May 30, 2017
Obituary of Charles Wesley Reynolds, M.D.
Dr. Charles Wesley Reynolds, "Wes", passed away on May 30, 2017 at the age of 92 years.
Dr. Wes Reynolds, eldest son of William and Mabel Reynolds, grew up on a farm outside of Beresford, South Dakota, where he attended a one-room schoolhouse though the eighth grade. After graduation from Augustine...
Thomas J. Ritterbeck
May 28, 2017
Obituary of Thomas J. Ritterbeck
STOW - Thomas J. Ritterbeck, 62, passed away May 28, 2017, after an extended illness.
Born in Akron, Tom enjoyed his hobbies with his best friend, Risa, which included tandem bicycling, RVing and wine. Tom retired from Chrysler after 22 years of service, and more recently was employed at Sarah's Vineyard.
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Lee R Wagner
May 27, 2017
Obituary of Lee R Wagner
STOW - Lee R. Wagner, 83, died May 27, 2017.
Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Lee was a Stow resident for over 35 years, a U.S. Navy veteran and had retired from AT&T in 1984 after 31 years of service. Lee was a member of St. Eugene Catholic Church, Charles Faust American...
Joy Mcginnis
May 27, 2017
Obituary of Joy McGinnis
Joy McGinnis left this life on May 27, 2017. She leaves behind a beloved son, Bryan Jandorf, who blessed her with grandchildren Bryan Jandorf, Jr. and Emily Marquardt. To her dear sister Hibernians of the Margaret Judge Division of Akron, Ohio and her many dear friends she says, "Until we meet again". Know that her...
Berniece J. "Bobbie" Corley
May 25, 2017
Berniece J. Corley, 72, died May 25, 2017. Born in Akron, she was a member of Cornerstone Community Church.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Terry, daughter Deanna Champion, son Todd Corley, grandchildren Seth, Hannah and Emma Champion, sisters Barb Kovach, Brenda Biro, Becky Dillman, and brother Bill Lindley.
Pastor Dan Page...
Douglas Estes
May 19, 2017
Obituary of Douglas Estes
Douglas Estes, 88, died May 19, 2017.
Born in Akron, he attended Akron University and Kent State University, and was a longtime member of The Chapel, where he served as a Trustee. Doug had been employed at Goodyear Tire & Rubber for 20 years and as a vice-president at Summit Plastic before starting...
Robert L. Scarpitti
May 17, 2017
Obituary of Robert L. Scarpitti
STOW - Robert L. Scarpitti, 83, passed away peacefully May 17, 2017.
Born in Akron, Robert was a resident of Stow for over 50 Years. Robert proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy earning the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal and United Nations Service Medal. Robert retired from CSX...
Karen J. Green
May 15, 2017
Obituary of Karen J. Green
Karen J. Green, 73, died May 15, 2017. Born October 17, 1943 to Dorothy and James Wilson, she graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in the class of 1962. Karen was a member of First Christian Church of Cuyahoga Falls, where she served as Board Chair, Trustee and on various committees. She also volunteered...
