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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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Edgar N. Combs
Dec 23, 2023
STOW - Edgar N. Combs, 81, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on December 23, 2023. Ed was born on May 8, 1942, in Wadsworth, Ohio to the late Edgar and Marilyn Combs. Ed grew up in Copley and was a proud member of the Copley High School class of 1960. Ed attended...
William "Bill" D. Wynn
Dec 22, 2023
STOW - William "Bill” D. Wynn, 71, passed away on December 22, 2023. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on March 5, 1952, he moved to Silver Lake in 1960. He graduated from Walsh Jesuit High School (’70) and the University of Akron. Bill worked in the construction industry at Moser Construction and was known for his devotion to...
Gary R. Dench
Dec 20, 2023
MUNROE FALLS - Gary R. Dench, 65, died December 20, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he was a resident of Munroe Falls since 1986, and a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Gary was his happiest when spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Donna Dench; son, Greg...
Joseph (Joe) Anthony Cistone
Dec 15, 2023
STOW - Joseph Anthony Cistone, 88, died December 15, 2023. Born in Akron, he resided in Stow much of his life, and graduated from West High School and the University of Akron with a Master’s Degree in Education and Administration. Joe played college football and wrestled for the University of Akron. He was also a U.S. Army...
Beverly (Bev) Sue (Benedetto) Feher
Dec 15, 2023
STOW - Beverly Sue (Benedetto) Feher, 75, passed away peacefully December 15, 2023. Born October 21, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, to parents, John and Reba Benedetto, she was a longtime Stow resident and for the past few years, was a resident of Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care. Bev was a 1966 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls...
Maureen Carol Clark
Dec 15, 2023
STOW - Maureen Carol Clark, 73, died December 15, 2023. Born in Paisley, Scotland, Maureen relocated to Maple Heights, Ohio, in 1969, with her first-born son in tow. Maureen and Norman moved to Stow, Ohio, in 1978. She became a citizen of the United States in the early 1970s. Maureen had been self-employed as a caregiver, retiring before Covid. She was also...
Stephen (Steve) Chinrock
Dec 14, 2023
STOW - Stephen (Steve) Chinrock, age 91, passed away December 14, 2023. Steve was born February 3, 1932, to Andrew and Anna (Toth) Chinrock. Steve graduated from South High School. He entered the United States Army in 1953 and receiving an Honorable Discharge on May 20, 1961. Prior to joining the military, Steve worked at Akron Coffee & Grocery Company,...
Pauline Melanie Delisle
Dec 14, 2023
To view the livestream Mass of Christian Burial on behalf of
Mrs. Pauline Melanie Delisle ,
on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 12:30 PM, please click the link below:
Holy Family Catholic Church Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Pauline...
George E. Groborchik
Dec 11, 2023
HUDSON - George E. Groborchik, age 89, passed away December 11, 2023. He was born November 29, 1934, on the family farm in Nelson, Ohio. He was the only child of Mary (Malec) and John Groborchik, both deceased. In this childhood, he enjoyed the kids from nearby farms as well as being surrounded by doting grandparents and...
Alice M. (Margie) Gerry
Dec 11, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Alice M. “Margie” Gerry, 89, died December 11, 2023. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, she was also a lifetime resident. Margie was an artist, who enjoyed drawing, painting, and other artwork. She especially loved painting pets and nature scenes. She was thrilled when she was able to open her small art studio, “The Art...
Holly Marie Mann
Dec 10, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Holly Marie Mann, 62, died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of December 10, 2023. She was born in St. Louis, MO, to Bonnie Rapier Mann and Kenneth O. Mann, deceased. Holly graduated from Nerinx Hall High School in 1979. She moved to Seattle in the mid-80s and had some of the best...
Fred P. Englehart
Dec 9, 2023
KENT - Fred P. Englehart, 75, died December 9, 2023. Born in Ravenna, he was a lifetime Kent resident, and a graduate of Kent State University School. As the owner of Englehart Construction, he was responsible for the building of the Kent Gazebo. Fred retired as a code inspector from the City of Hudson, was a member...
Norman (Ernie) Ernest Mullinix
Dec 9, 2023
HUDSON - Norman Ernest Mullinix, 98, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 9, 2023, at Danbury Assisted Living in Hudson, Ohio. Ernie was born June 28, 1925, in Daisy, MD, to the late Norman and Pauline (Hartsock) Mullinix. He was the fourth of five children and the last to enter his eternal home. After serving...
Linda L. Grimm
Dec 9, 2023
LORAIN - Linda L. Grimm, 70, died December 9, 2023. Born in Harrisville, West Virginia, Linda had lived in Stow for 65 years, and enjoyed watching, and taking her nieces and nephews to movies. Preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Nellie Grimm, and her brother, Charles Edward Grimm, she is survived by her siblings, Ann...
Lynn Paxton
Dec 8, 2023
To view the livestream Mass of Christian Burial on behalf of Mrs. Lynn Paxton,
on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 11 AM, please click the link below:
Holy Family Catholic Church Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Lynn Paxton
STOW - Lynn Paxton, 80, died...
Georgia Rae Lusk
Dec 7, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Georgia Rae Lusk, 90, departed from this life to be with her Lord on Thursday, December 7, 2023, from complications following surgery a week earlier. She was born to Benjamin Lusk and Virginia (Baker) Lusk, on June 12, 1933. Benjamin served with the Marines for three years and died on September 6, 1933. As...
Richard (Dick) E. Spangler
Dec 5, 2023
STOW - Richard E. Spangler, 86, died December 5, 2023. Born in Elmhurst, IL, he grew up in Cedar Rapids, IA, and received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Iowa. Dick was a resident of Stow since 1978, a U.S. Army veteran, and had been employed with Sears for 35 years, living in...
Diane Lynn Ellesin
Dec 5, 2023
STOW - Diane Lynn Ellesin, 68, passed away peacefully to be with her husband and daughter in heaven on the early morning of December 5, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio, on March 31, 1955, Diane decided to settle down in Stow in 1997, where she was able to retire from her role in customer service at Aetna...
Charles “Cas/Chuck” Rocko
Dec 4, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Charles “Cas/Chuck” Rocko, 95, entered into the arms of Jesus on December 4, 2023.
Born in Toronto, Ohio, he was a lifetime resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a graduate of Kent State University. Charles was the purchasing agent for East Ohio Gas Company...
Dave Smith
Dec 4, 2023
This personal tribute was thoughtfully created by Dave's family.
STOW - Dave was born Nov 2, 1948 to Clarence(Casey) and Henrietta Smith in Akron and passed away on Dec 4, 2023 at his home in Toledo. He is survived by wife Jessie, daughters Michelle(Jason) Bond of Middleton Wi and Heidi Moulton of Coppell...
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