Florence (Flo) E. Allen
Jun 1, 2025
BRIMFIELD - Florence (Flo) E. Allen went to be with the Lord on June 1, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 30, 1941, in Murphy, NC. She was raised in Stow and graduated from Stow High School in 1959. She retired at age 52 from GenCorp as the Manager of accounts receivable, after 31 years...
James (Jim) C. Brown
May 27, 2025
PLEASE NOTE:
The graveside services scheduled for Mr. Brown on
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 11 AM,
have been postponed until a later date.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - Jim Brown passed away peacefully in the presence of his wife, Kang Lee Sheppard, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Garden Ranch Assisted Living, Abode Hospice Care, both in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Jim is survived by his...
Angelina Natalie Rubino (nee Aloisi)
May 25, 2025
KENT - Angelina Natalie Rubino (née Aloisi), 92, passed away May 25, 2025.
Born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1932, to Orlando and Carmela Aloisi, she was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, GG, and friend. Above everything else, Angelina loved her family.
She was a graduate of St. Mary High School in 1950, and worked at BF Goodrich Chemical, where...
Diana (Dee Dee) Lynn Lower
May 24, 2025
RAVENNA - Diana (Dee Dee) Lynn Lower, of Ravenna, Ohio, passed away May 24, 2025, after a series of illnesses.
Dee Dee was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Jennie (Bonnie) Lower and great-niece, Claire Kolt. She is survived by sisters, Susan Henderson and Cindy Celaschi; nieces, Tonya Henderson and Jennie (Doug) Kolt; nephews, David (Krystal) Henderson, Jesse (Amanda)...
William M. Smith, Jr.
May 24, 2025
STOW - William M. Smith, Jr., 65, was born October 3, 1959, in Cleveland, Ohio, to William M. Smith, Sr. and Eleanore M. Smith. He forged a career as a machinist for R.F. Cook, Euclid Inc., Kent Worldwide, and Gougler Industries, before founding his own successful business, D.E.S. Machine Services.
William was a board member of Grace and Glory Fellowship in...
Edward (Ed) John Witek, Sr.
May 23, 2025
STOW - Edward (Ed) John Witek, Sr., 97, passed away on May 23, 2025.
Ed was born in Newport Township, PA, on September 28, 1927, the youngest of eight children born to coal-mining Polish immigrants. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he married June Lacey, his high school sweetheart in 1948. Graduating from Penn State with a degree in chemical engineering,...
Richard Stephen Pacenta
May 23, 2025
HUDSON - Richard Stephen Pacenta, 72, of Hudson, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, colleague, and friend, Richard was a steady and selfless presence in the lives of all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his beloved wife, Linda (née Meredith); children, Meredith and Mason; and siblings,...
Georg B. Oswald
May 21, 2025
MEDINA - Georg B. Oswald, 95, died May 21, 2025.
Born in Altoona, PA, he was a resident of Stow, and a U.S. Army veteran.
Georg had been employed with Kroger in the shipping and receiving department. He enjoyed gardening and refinishing antiques.
Preceded in death by his wife, Joanne K. Oswald, he is survived by his brother, John Oswald, and special friends,...
Sandra (Sandy) Kay McAllister
May 18, 2025
STOW - Sandra Kay McAllister, 79, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025. She was a resident of Stow for 49 years.
Sandy was employed by Giant Eagle as a cake decorator and as a hostess at Pancho and Lefty's Mexican Restaurant. She was a loving mother and grandmother, and loved visits from her grandkids and great grandkids. She loved flea...
Joanne M. Ricci (Michalec)
May 9, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Joanne M. Ricci (Michalec), 90, ended her earthly journey and was welcomed into Heaven by Jesus and His Mother on May 9, 2025.
Joanne was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Albert and Eva (Boczek) Michalec. She grew up in North Hill, attending school at St. Martha's, Jennings, and North High School. She started her career at...
Rebecca Hladik (nee Powell)
May 6, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - Rebecca Hladik (nee Powell), 80, passed away May 6, 2025.
Born in Barnesville, she was a resident of Munroe Falls since 1971. Rebecca was a 1962 graduate of West Branch High School, and attended Kent State University, majoring in Spanish and French, and minoring in composition and journalism. She had been employed with the City of Munroe Falls...
Nancy Hamiel
May 5, 2025
STOW - Nancy Hamiel, 68, passed away unexpectedly May 5, 2025.
Born in Framingham, MA, she was a resident of Stow since 1970. Nancy had been employed with Goodyear Tire, Goodyear Aerospace, and later Lockheed Martin, as a technical writer, retiring in 2015. She viewed her life as a great adventure, always eager to learn about other cultures and ancient civilizations....
Michelle J. Englehart
May 4, 2025
KENT - Michelle J. Englehart, 69, passed away May 4, 2025. She was born March 11, 1956, at Indiana Hospital in Indiana, PA.
Michelle was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Initially trained as a licensed practical nurse, she spent most of her career as a licensed optician. In her free time, she enjoyed painting and spending time with family and...
Brian C. Zager
May 4, 2025
TALLMADGE - Brian C. Zager, 50, died May 4, 2025.
Born in Cleveland, he had been employed in the construction field and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Preceded in death by his parents, Louis C. and Shirley A. Zager, he is survived by his brother, Louis S.; two nephews and a niece, Louis V., Faith, and Logan, as...
Sharon L. Sellers
Apr 30, 2025
STOW - Sharon L. Sellers, 77, died April 30, 2025.
Born in Massillon, she was a resident of Stow since 2000. Sharon had been employed with Summa Health as a secretary, retiring in 2010. She was a member of First Christian Church of Stow. Sharon was a loving wife and mother. She enjoyed crafting, was active in the church, and above...
William (Bill) W. Sampson
Apr 29, 2025
STOW - William (Bill) W. Sampson, 87, passed away April 29, 2025.
Throughout his life, Bill was an extremely active person. In 1953, he was the All-American Soap Box Derby Champion and also won first place in a wash tub derby in hydroplane. He loved his model train collection and was active in many model airplane clubs. As an engineer, he...
Joseph (Joe) A. Denton
Apr 28, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - Joseph A. Denton, 87, of Munroe Falls, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on April 28, 2025.
He was born in Akron, Ohio, on July 3,1937. Joe was a proud 1955 graduate of North High School where he participated in football, basketball, and baseball, was president of Student Council, and the recipient of the Manhood Award. He...
Donna M. Walker
Apr 28, 2025
STOW - Donna M. Walker, 71, of Stow, Ohio, passed away April 28, 2025, surrounded by love.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Chris Walker and her beloved daughter, Nicole Walker, who will carry her memory in their hearts always.
In keeping with her wishes, no services will be held.
Leo P. Marshall
Apr 27, 2025
STOW - Leo P. Marshall, 97, died April 27, 2025.
Born in 1928 in Allisonia, VA, to the late Fred and Clara Marshall, he served our country serving as Military Police in the U.S. Army. He later moved to Ohio with his family and retired from the Twinsburg Chrysler Stamping Plant as an electrical engineer.
Preceded in death by wife, Marie Marshall;...
Shirley D. Milush
Apr 25, 2025
STOW - Shirley D. Milush, 89, passed away April 25, 2025.
Born in Greensboro, PA, she was a resident of Stow since 1968. Shirley was a homemaker and a member of Saint Joseph Parish. She enjoyed crafting and gardening.
Preceded in death by her husband, John Milush, Sr.; daughter-in-law, Holly Milush, and twelve siblings, she is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Milush;...
