Obituaries

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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Edward Heier

Edward Heier

Nov 24, 2010

STOW- Edward R. Heier, 56, died November 24, 2010. Born in Detroit, MI, he retired from Chrysler with 35 years service. He is survived by his children Felicia Clark, Heather White, Heide Wheater and Christopher Heier; 11 grandchildren; father Raymond Heier; brothers Kenneth Heier and James Nalepka. Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to Redmon Funeral Home for visitation...

James Allman

James Allman

Nov 23, 2010

James L. Allman, 72, died November 23, 2010. Born in Akron, he served his country in the Army and was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Preceded in death by parents Karl and Lucille, son David Paul and brother John. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Elizabeth, daughter Sandra (David) Dunn, sons Joe (Barb), Don (Lisa)...

Mabel Fortune

Mabel Fortune

Nov 20, 2010

Mabel I. Fortune, 93, formerly of Stow, died November 20, 2010 in Pensacola, FL. Preceded in death by parents George and Nancy Carpenter, she is survived by husband Edward, daughters Carol Titus, Sandra Vargo, son Edward Jr. (Martha) and numerous grandchildren. Friends are invited to the Redmon Funeral Home for visitation on Monday from 12 noon until service time Monday...

Marissa Jimenez

Marissa Jimenez

Nov 20, 2010

MUNROE FALLS - Marissa N. Jimenez, 21, passed away unexpectedly November 20, 2010. Born in Germany, she was a longtime area resident. A fourth year student at Cleveland State University, she loved her music, reading, writing and spending time with her family and friends. Marissa was a member of Word of His Grace Fellowship, where she served as worship team...

Adora Delight Stout

Adora Delight Stout

Nov 18, 2010

"Mom Stout" STOW- Adora Delight Stout, 79, died November 18, 2010. Born in Allegheny County, PA she was a 60 year Stow resident and member of Fishcreek Nazarene Worship Center. She will be missed as a loving mother of eight and grandmother of many. Adora was an inspiration to every life she touched. Preceded in death by her husband Chester...

Bob Wehr

Bob Wehr

Nov 18, 2010

STOW- Bob Wehr, 78, formerly of Hudson, died November 18, 2010. Born in Barnesville, OH, he was a US Navy veteran and active member of the United Methodist Church in Stow, serving on various committees. Bob retired from Belenky, Inc. after 40 years service, and was a member of Tower Dance, the Hudson American Legion and the Hudson Boosters, where...

Richard Benson

Richard Benson

Nov 17, 2010

Richard E. Benson, 85, one of "the Few, the Proud, the Marines," passed away in the early morning of November 17, 2010, after a lengthy illness to join our Heavenly Father and his wife, Phyllis. Richard was preceded in death in 1935 by his devoted mother, Alice Bessie (nee Little); in 1941 by his hard-working father, Richard Oscar; in 1973...

Norman Lee Mathews

Norman Lee Mathews

Nov 15, 2010

Obituary of Norman Lee Mathews Norman Lee Mathews passed away quietly after a brief battle with Melanoma cancer on November 15, 2010 in his home in Stow. Born and raised in Niles, Ohio, and a graduate of McKinley High School in 1954, Norm received his BS in Music Education at Ohio University in 1958, and continued on to complete his...

Alonzo Paynter

Alonzo Paynter

Nov 15, 2010

Alonzo " Ben" Paynter, 81, died November 15, 2010. Born in Columbus, he served his country in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict, was an avid golfer, a member of the Sons of Herman, Stow United Methodist Church and the Stow Munroe Falls Lions Club. Preceded in death by his wife Jean in 1995, he is survived by his...

Alonzo Paynter

Alonzo Paynter

Nov 15, 2010

Alonzo " Ben" Paynter, 81, died November 15, 2010. Born in Columbus, he served his country in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict, was an avid golfer, a member of the Sons of Herman, Stow United Methodist Church and the Stow Munroe Falls Lions Club. Preceded in death by his wife Jean in 1995, he is survived by his...

Jean Drainer

Jean Drainer

Nov 12, 2010

CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH - Jean Drainer, 86, died November 12, 2010. Born in Grafton, WV, daughter of the late Sarah Stemple Sandsbury and Theodore Dorsey Sandsbury, she graduated from Grafton High School in 1942 and from Clarksburg Business College. Jean worked at Hazel Atlas, Loara's Jewelry Store, Red Cross-Fairmont, Benedum Airport in Clarksburg and also at The Pullman. Jean later...

Marjorie Mae Lofgren

Marjorie Mae Lofgren

Nov 11, 2010

TALLMADGE- Marjorie Mae Lofgren, 87, died November 11, 2010. Born in Akron, she was a Tallmadge resident since 1960, had worked for Goodyear Aircraft during World War II and was a member of Beta Sigma Phi. Preceded in death by her husband Evald and her sister Frances Johnson, she is survived by her nieces Kathleen Johnson, Janice Grubich and Doris...

William Abrams

William Abrams

Nov 9, 2010

William J. Abrams, 90, died November 9, 2010. Born in Cleveland, he was a Calvary Captain, US Army World War II veteran. Preceded in death by his wife June (nee Symes), he is survived by his daughters Jacki Kirby and Jill Cotterman; grandchildren Marc Kirby and Rachel Cotterman and great-grandchildren Sean, Owen and Patrick Kirby, Brendan and Devon Cotterman. Private...

H. William Kushner

H. William Kushner

Nov 8, 2010

Obituary of H. William Kushner STOW - H. William Kushner, 87, died November 8, 2010. He was a longtime resident of Sun City Center, Florida, where he was an active member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Community Safety Patrol. Mr. Kushner volunteered his time and handyman services to many charities over the years including...

Nicholas Kenneth Smolen

Nicholas Kenneth Smolen

Nov 6, 2010

Silver Lake - Nicholas Kenneth Smolen, 26, died Nov. 6, 2010. A resident of Silver Lake, "Nick" attended schools in Cuyahoga Falls where he graduated from the high school and went on to participate at Weaver Workshop. Afflicted with cerebral palsy as a result of a severe illness at eighteen months of age, he went on to defy conventional medical...

Tony Calco

Tony Calco

Nov 2, 2010

STOW- Tony Calco, 84, was reunited with his beloved Jeannette on November 2, 2010. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, he served his country in the Navy during WWII, was a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of the Capt. Brady Post 3703 VFW and Acker-Moore Memorial Post 175 American Legion. He retired from the Stow Fire Dept. as a Captain in 1980...

John Schadl

John Schadl

Nov 1, 2010

John Schadl celebrated his 92nd birthday by going home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 1, 2010. Born in Akron, he played football for, and graduated from South High School, was a US Navy veteran of World War II and had retired as a plant manager from Standard Mold. A participant in the Senior Olympics, John also...

Richard R. Brubaker

Richard R. Brubaker

Nov 1, 2010

Obituary of Richard R. Brubaker STOW- Richard R. Brubaker, 70, went home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2010. Born in Akron to the late Robert and Jeanette Brubaker, Richard lived most of his life in Stow. He also spent a number of years in Aurora, CO. Richard enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas and striking up a conversation...

Doris Marie Kallay

Doris Marie Kallay

Oct 31, 2010

STOW- Doris Marie Kallay, 84, died October 31, 2010. Born in Cleveland, she lived in Stow since 1967 and was a member of Holy Family Parish. Doris was an R.N., serving at various hospitals, including Green Cross, throughout her career, as well as with the Peace Corps in Brazil. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Dr. Maria Reodica....

Michael J. Veneman

Michael J. Veneman

Oct 30, 2010

Obituary of Michael J. Veneman STOW - Michael J. Veneman, 54, died October 30, 2010 after a courageous battle with ALS. Mike was a well known stand up comedian and writer who played in clubs and colleges across the U.S. for over 20 years. Along with numerous writing credits and T.V. appearances, Mike conducted the Comedy 101 Workshop. He touched...

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