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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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Bernard George Nehlsen
Aug 3, 2015
Obituary of Bernard George Nehlsen STOW " Bernard "George" Nehlsen, age 68, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015. George was a graduate of Mogadore High School and Bowling Green State University. He served in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne Division as a MP. He achieved the rank of Sergeant and earned the National Defense Service Medal...
Norma J. Chinrock
Jul 31, 2015
Obituary of Norma J. Chinrock Norma J. Chinrock, 81, passed away July 31, 2015. Born in Akron, she was lifetime area resident and a member of Blessed Trinity Parish. Norma enjoyed her time as a member of the Natatorium and volunteering for many years at Akron Children's Hospital. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Helen Quattrocchi, sister Margaret...
Claudine R. Bigelow
Jul 30, 2015
Obituary of Claudine R. Bigelow Claudine Bigelow, 89, passed away on July 30, 2015. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 6, 1925. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Lloyd Bigelow, daughters, Becky (Tim) Hermann of Stow, Candy (Bill) Hale of Akron; 5 grandchildren, Amanda (Shawn) Lorentz, Abigail (Dominic) Boull't, Matilda (Patrick) McKelvey, Marshall and Keith...
Jeanne K Catalano
Jul 30, 2015
Obituary of Jeanne K Catalano Jeanne Kathleen (Janke) Catalano, 69, passed away at her home on July 30,2015 after a brief illness. Jeanne made her home in Stow for 33 years, where she loved to garden, entertain, decorate, and remodel. She spent 49 years educating children, including 12 years running a Montessori school with her mom, over 30 years as...
Michael J. "Tod" "Toad" Fisher
Jul 30, 2015
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Michael Fisher, aka "Tod", "Toad", 55, passed away July 30, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Eileen; and brother, Tom. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Lisa; son, Shane; sister, Terri (Bob) Goff; brothers, Jim and Fred (Sherry); mother-in-law, Shirley Dickinson; brother-in-law, Jim Dickinson "Slim"; many nieces and...
Michael Lee Hill
Jul 28, 2015
Obituary of Michael Lee Hill Michael L. Hill, Sr., 80, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 after his long battle with cancer. Born in Akron on Sept. 27, 1934 to Charles and Ida (Holderfield) Hill, he grew up in Peninsula and attended Peninsula High School. Following his service in the US Air Force during the Korean War, he founded...
Dan E. Stephens
Jul 28, 2015
Obituary of Dan E. Stephens Dan E. Stephens, 72, of Green, passed away July 28, 2015. Born in Frankfort, IN, he was a Stow resident most of his life, had been employed at Park Farms and Giant Eagle, and was a longtime member of The Chapel. Dan loved farming and gardening, and was always quick to help anyone in need,...
Douglas E. Bedore
Jul 26, 2015
Obituary of Douglas E. Bedore CUYAHOGA FALLS - Douglas (Doug) Edward Bedore, 74, passed away July 26, 2015. He was born June 18, 1941 in Chicago, IL, to Robert and Marion Bedore. He earned his bachelor's degree from Xavier University and spent his professional career as the owner of a land surveying company. Doug deeply loved his family. One of...
Tyler L Smith
Jul 26, 2015
Obituary of Tyler L Smith AKRON"Tyler Lee Smith, 49, of Akron passed away on July 26th surrounded by his family and friends at Akron City Hospital after undergoing heart surgery. Tyler was born on June 24th, 1966, to Ronnald Lee Smith and the late Paulla Ann Martin in Findlay, OH. On May 8th, 1999 he married Debra (Sullivan) Smith and...
Aaron Christopher Carter
Jul 25, 2015
Obituary of Aaron Christopher Carter CUYAHOGA FALLS - Aaron Christopher Carter, born July 6, 1992, died July 25, 2015. Aaron lit up the room whenever he walked in. His smile and two thumbs up were his trademarks. He will be deeply missed by so many. He is survived by his mama Gina DiPaulo (Rod); father Stan Carter; sister Jennifer Mansfield...
Jack A. Hurst
Jul 25, 2015
Obituary of Jack A. Hurst HUDSON - Jack A. Hurst, Jr., 75, died July 25, 2015. Born in Cincinnati, he was a 40 year Hudson resident, a US Army veteran and owner of Hurst Printing Inks. Jack was a member of Northeast Ohio Craftsmen Club, Rotary International, ARRL and was a longtime member of The Chapel. Preceded in death by...
Betty A Swartz
Jul 23, 2015
Obituary of Betty A Swartz Betty Ann Swartz (Winters), age 79, passed away after a courageous battle with COPD on July 23, 2015. A native of Vale Summit, Allegany County, Maryland, Betty was a devoted mother, a loving wife and grandmother. She was an avid gardener, who loved hunting morel mushrooms. She was preceded in death by her husband William...
Charles R Wilhelm
Jul 22, 2015
Obituary of Charles R Wilhelm Charles Raymond (Charlie) Wilhelm, 82, passed away on Wednesday, July 22 after a courageous battle with cancer. Charlie was born in Layton, Pa, and was preceded in death by grandma Bessie Ryan and Uncle Doc Ryan; parents Frank and Agnes, brother Dan and son Craig Livingston. He graduated from Frazier High School, playing high school...
Brett Ryan Standen
Jul 17, 2015
Obituary of Brett Ryan Standen STOW - Brett Ryan Standen, 29, died July 17, 2015. Brett was a loving kindred soul, enjoyed fishing with friends and worked at Zeppe's. Brett was preceded in death by his grandparents; Russell F. and Vera J. Standen; aunt, Susan K. Hagen; uncles, Corby D. Standen and Guy Boling. He is survived by his parents,...
Michael A. Corbissero
Jul 15, 2015
Obituary of Michael A. Corbissero Michael A. Corbissero, died July 15, 2015. Born in Ashtabula, he lived most of his life in the Akron area. A graduate of Kent State University, he was a member of Delta Upsilon, the Swing Machine and various other musical organizations. He was an instrumental music teacher and director of the Cuyahoga Falls Bands. Preceded...
George R. Porosky
Jul 14, 2015
Obituary of George R. Porosky George R. Porosky, 73, died July 14, 2015. Born in Akron, he retired as a tire engineer from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 2002 with 37 years of service. He was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ where he served on the church council and the usher's league and was a...
Mary Hinkle Robinson
Jul 10, 2015
Obituary of Mary Hinkle Robinson CUYAHOGA FALLS - Mary H. Robinson, 99, formerly of Silver Lake and Stow, Ohio passed away on July 10, 2015. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert L.; sister, Olive Artz; and brother, Albert Hinkle. She is survived by daughters, Kay (Bob) Bockbrader and Lynn (Jim) Korey; grandchildren, Scott (Julie) Bockbrader, Lisa...
George Cull
Jul 6, 2015
Obituary of George Cull George Elmer Cull, 84, of Peninsula, Ohio died in his sleep on Monday, July 6th, 2015 following many years of heart disease. George was born on August 8, 1930, in Rochester, NY, the only child of Alice Harcus and George Elmer Ruppenthal. While a toddler during the Great Depression, his father died. His mother remarried Robert...
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