Obituaries

Nov 8, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Juanita R. Graham, RN, beloved wife of Richard A. Graham, died 8 November 2023. Juanita was born in Akron, Ohio, 8 March 1928, to Michael and Evelyn (Brubaker) Bertka, and she lived in Cuyahoga Falls almost her entire life. She graduated as a Registered Nurse (RN) from St. Luke’s School of Nursing in Shaker...

Nov 8, 2023

STOW - Christopher Joseph Harper, also known as CJ, was abruptly taken from us by our Lord on November 8, 2023, at the age of 25. He was born on July 21, 1998, in Akron, Ohio. CJ in his own way was a spirited, music-motivated artist. He found joy in bass fishing, snowboarding, University of Michigan sports,...

Nov 7, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Thelma Elaine Thomas, 102, passed away peacefully in her sleep, November 7, 2023, at Bath Creek Estates. Thelma was a "Rosie the Riveter" during WWII, making fuel tanks for fighter airplanes. She had been employed with Polsky’s for 20 years in the credit authorization department and was a lifelong member of Akron Unity. Her...

Nov 5, 2023

STOW - Lynda M. Franz, 69, died November 5, 2023. Born in Cleveland, she has been a resident of Akron since 1981. Lynda had been employed with Citi Financial as a loan officer, and later with UDS, where she retired in 2019. She was a member of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church in Akron. Lynda enjoyed hiking, walking,...

Nov 2, 2023

STOW - Jean Ann Quinn passed on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at home amongst loved ones, at the age of 97. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon, of Columbus; son, Chris, and his wife, Tracey (Cosgrove); granddaughter, Emme, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and son, Brian, of Stow. Jean was born in White Plains, New York, into...

Nov 2, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Robert C. Ray, 91, died November 2, 2023. Born at home in Akron, Bob cheerfully lived a life of service to others, his church, and his country.  He served in the United States Navy, including deployments to Thule, Greenland and the Mediterranean Sea.  Following his discharge, Bob returned to Akron, married, and hired on...

Nov 2, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Andrew (Andy) F. Eisenman, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 2, 2023, at The Village at St. Edward in Fairlawn, Ohio. Born December 11, 1932, in Oil City, Pennsylvania, Andy was married to Barbara Gaj Eisenman, who preceded him in death one year ago. Andy was always sharp and...

Nov 1, 2023

HUDSON - Brian R. Stelmarski, 50, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023.

He was born in Cleveland on July 3, 1973, the son of Ronald and Candace Stelmarski.  Brian married his loving wife, Debra (Tomaino) Stelmarski, on October 18, 1997. They enjoyed a 26-year journey together and were blessed with three beautiful...

Nov 1, 2023

KENT - Carolyn D. Weiss, 96, died November 1, 2023

She was born in Kent on September 26, 1927, to the late Chester and Cecelia Raber.

A lifetime area resident, she retired from Davey Tree after many years of service.  Carolyn was an avid fan of the Browns, Cavs,...

Oct 29, 2023

STOW - On Saturday, October 29, 2023, Norma Jean Bellinger (Shinkrow) went home peacefully to be with our Lord. Norma was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio, in 1940, to John and Louise Shinkrow. She spent her childhood in Stow and raised her children here. Norma was an active and proud member of the Stow High School Class...

Oct 27, 2023

STOW - Robert (Bob) R. Kauffman, 90, died peacefully on October 27, 2023. Bob was born in Belleville, Pennsylvania, as one of five children.  He was raised and spent most of his life in Ravenna, Ohio.  He served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne. He met his wife, Mary Ann, in Ravenna,...

Oct 25, 2023

STOW - Alma DePaul, 91, passed away October 25, 2023, surrounded by family. Born in Liverpool, England, on July 10, 1932, she endured the “The Blitz” in 1940, during World War II. She emigrated to America in 1952, and was a resident of Stow. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish. Alma enjoyed...

Oct 23, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Floramae Heuges Force, 91, died Monday, October 23, 2023, with family, at the Hospice of Medina County, shortly after a fall. Floramae, often known as “FM” to her husband and family, lived most of her life in Philadelphia, PA, and northeastern suburbs, especially Jenkintown. She moved to Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls, at age 90,...

Oct 23, 2023

Oct 22, 2023

MUNROE FALLS - Suzana Djercan (nee Korcok), age 88, passed away on October 22, 2023. She was born in Šid, Yugoslavia, on February 20, 1935, along with her twin sister, Marka, to the late Pavel and Erža (Hlpka) Korčok. Suzana came to the United States with her husband, Andrija, and baby daughter, Zelka, in 1967. She proudly...

Oct 21, 2023

STOW - Diane L. Sellers, age 77, was born May 30, 1946, and relocated to her heavenly home on October 21, 2023.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to Garnet (Jeff) and Marian (Red) Samuels, she was a 1964 graduate of Maple Heights High School, attended cosmetology school, and was a resident of Stow since...

Oct 15, 2023

STOW - Melvin “Mel” J. Dreslinski, 78, died October 15, 2023. Born in Cleveland, OH, he was a Stow resident for 47 years, a captain in the U.S. Army, veteran of the Vietnam era, and a longtime member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Mel was retired, having been employed with LTV Steel and Republic Steel. Mel was...