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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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Marshall Cunningham

Marshall Cunningham

Jun 22, 2011

Marshall C. Cunningham "Sonny" was born in Cuyahoga Falls at home on November 23, 1935 to parents Marshall and Pauline (Franks). He was a brother to Mary Jane Whited (deceased), Judy Ramsey (deceased) and Robert Cunningham. They moved to Hudson Township in 1946 and Sonny helped clear his Dad's farm located on Sullivan Road. This hard work instilled a strong...

Derek Dodd

Derek Dodd

Jun 21, 2011

PENINSULA - Derek A. Dodd, 49, died June 21, 2011. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident and was a stagehand for I.A.T.F.E. Local #48, where he enjoyed many close friendships with his union brothers and sisters. His interests were reading, drawing, and taking nature walks. He is survived by his parents, Duane and Joanne (Conti) Dodd; brother,...

John Wiggins

John Wiggins

Jun 16, 2011

MUNROE FALLS - John W. "Jack" Wiggins, 83, died June 16, 2011. Born in Coshocton, he had lived in Stow and Munroe Falls since 1959 and retired from Firestone Tire as Manager of Retread Sales. Jack's memberships include First Christian Church of Stow, Masonic Lodge, Tadmor Temple Shrine, Akron Rubber Group, Society of Automotive Engineers, National Tire Dealers, American Society...

Steve W. Riter

Steve W. Riter

Jun 15, 2011

Obituary of Steve W. Riter Steve W. Riter, age 51, slipped peacefully, into his father, Ray Riter's arms and into the Lord's kingdom on June 15, 2011. Steve fought a tough battle against esophageal cancer for 10 months with courage and strength. He was always more concerned about others than himself even in the final days of his life. Steve...

Jencie Jones

Jencie Jones

Jun 15, 2011

STOW- Jencie M. "Dick" Jones, 87, passed away peacefully at home June 15, 2011. She was born in Ritchie County, West Virginia and resided in Stow 70 years. Jencie retired from the Country Club of Hudson, where she enjoyed her passion of cooking. She is survived by her children Linda Jones of Kent and son Randy Jones of Gold Canyon,...

James J. Molek

James J. Molek

Jun 15, 2011

James J. Molek, 48 died June 15, 2011. Born in Cleveland, he was a long time resident of Stow and owner of Jim's Automotive Shop since 1997. Preceded in death by his father, Joseph, he is survived by his wife of 26 years, Joann, daughters Leah and Lana, son James, Jr., mother Jeanette Molek, sisters Mary (Jim) Fitzgerald, Jeanie (Ed)...

Alice Kay Whitehead

Alice Kay Whitehead

Jun 14, 2011

STOW- Alice Kay Whitehead, 68, went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2011 at the Hospice Care Center after a short illness. Born in Akron, Kay was a longtime resident of Hudson, spending most of her childhood growing up on the Middleton Farm. She graduated from Hudson High School in 1960 and attended Hammel Business College. She...

Delores Reed

Delores Reed

Jun 14, 2011

STOW - Delores "Dee" A. Reed, 65, died June 14, 2011. Born in Carlisle, PA, she was a longtime area resident. Preceded in death by her sister Darlene Fought, she is survived by husband Raymond; daughters Lorrie Passeos of Stow and Robin (Michael) Husk of Canal Fulton; sons Les Russell of Cuyahoga Falls and Rusty (Sharon) Russell of Salem; grandchildren...

Vivian A. Curry

Vivian A. Curry

Jun 12, 2011

Obituary of Vivian A. Curry TALLMADGE - Vivian A. (Fabick) Curry, 82, formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, died June 12, 2011. Born in Sandusky, she was an area resident for 60 years and had retired from Atco Surgical after more than 35 years service. Vivian was a longtime member of Tallmadge First Church of God, where she served with the Harvesters...

Linda Golz

Linda Golz

Jun 11, 2011

WADSWORTH - Linda L. Golz, 61, died June 11, 2011. Born in Pontiac, Michigan, she was a longtime area resident. Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking and crocheting. Preceded in death by her son Jeff Little, she is survived by her husband Michael; daughters Carrie Frederick of Columbus and Alyson Brickey of Wadsworth; step-daughter Laurie (Erik) Eberhardt of...

Genevieve Sidwell Klyce

Genevieve Sidwell Klyce

Jun 8, 2011

Obituary of Genevieve Sidwell Klyce Genevieve Sidwell Klyce, 88, died June 8, 2011. Born in Ness City, KS., she had retired as a teacher with the Sugarcreek Local School System. Mrs. Klyce had been very active in the Dayton Woman's Club, Bellbrook Garden Club, Bellbrook Historical Society, DAR, KIWI, College Woman's Club, Tri Delta Sorority, St. George's Church, where she...

Rebecca K. Jensen

Rebecca K. Jensen

Jun 5, 2011

Rebecca K. Jensen, 81 of Stow entered into eternal rest June 5, 2011. Born in Plymouth, OH, Becky was a Stow resident since 1962 and a longtime, active member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, where she served on various committees and boards. Mrs. Jensen retired as an English teacher from Stow High School in 1995 after 32 years service. She...

Gary L. Stull

Gary L. Stull

Jun 3, 2011

Obituary of Gary L. Stull STOW - Gary L. Stull, 61, died June 3, 2011. He loved spending time with his family and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He proudly served his country in the USMC. Gary is survived by his wife of 40 years, Nancy; daughter Wendy Kahle of Peninsula; son...

Mary Jane Duty

Mary Jane Duty

Jun 3, 2011

Mary Jane Duty (Kunselman) 89, passed away June 3, 2011 in Florida. Born in Kittaning, PA, she moved to Akron, graduated from Ellet High School and worked for General Tire & Rubber Co. during WWII. She then worked alongside her husband and son in the family business, Duty Oil & Ice Company. As a lifelong member of Tallmadge First Church...

Gerald D. Bradbury

Gerald D. Bradbury

Jun 1, 2011

Obituary of Gerald D. Bradbury Gerald D. Bradbury, 61, died June 1, 2011. Born in Leamington, Ontario, Canada, he was a loving and dedicated father and husband. Family and friends meant everything to Gerry. He loved the times he spent fishing and playing the slots. Gerry was a gifted hockey player and gardener. His humble nature and common sense made...

Pastor Franklin A. Lorenz

Pastor Franklin A. Lorenz

Jun 1, 2011

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Franklin A. Lorenz, 85, died June 1, 2011. Born in Warren, OH, he was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls since 1958 and a US Navy veteran of World War II. Along with his wife Eileen, Pastor Lorenz founded Northampton Baptist Church (now Northampton Bible Church) in 1956, and oversaw four building projects during his 47 year leadership. He...

Ellie Dee Davis

Ellie Dee Davis

May 21, 2011

Obituary of Ellie Dee Davis Ellie Davis, a lively, talented woman of 91, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2011. Born on October 15, 1919, in Clarksburg, WV, Ellie moved to Akron in 1943 with her husband Rankin Davis. Ellie and Rankin were married for 71 years before he preceded her in death in February 2009. Ellie was also preceded...

Michael A. Bogdan

Michael A. Bogdan

May 20, 2011

Obituary of Michael A. Bogdan FAIRLAWN -- Michael A. Bogdan, 86, died on May 20, 2011. Mike was born April 21, 1925 in Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, a son of Michael and Anna Kocan Bogdan. He moved to Akron with the family at the age of one year old. Mike attended Kent State University and served in the U.S. Army Air Force...

Norma Conley

Norma Conley

May 16, 2011

Norma L. Conley, 76, died May 16, 2011. Born in West Virginia, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rudolf Conley, Jr., daughter Barbara Coontz and sisters Doris and Nancy. She is survived by sons John (Carla) Yutzy, Robert (Laura) Yutzy, 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, sisters Leah, Connie (Ken), Sandy (Tom)and Judy (Jim), brother Bud (Dorothy) Moffatt and special...

Theodore J. Poulos "Teddy"

Theodore J. Poulos "Teddy"

May 14, 2011

Obituary of Theodore J. Poulos "Teddy" Ted Poulos, 60, left this world unexpectedly on May 14, 2011. He was born April 27, 1951 in Sandusky, OH to James G. and Christine Poulos. Ted graduated from Sandusky High School in 1969 and attended Milwaukee School of Engineering and Ohio University. He started with Ohio Tuxedo in 1974 and worked his way...

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