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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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John Lee Wogan
Jun 8, 2023
John Lee Wogan October 9, 1950 - June 8, 2023
STOW - John Lee Wogan passed away peacefully on June 8, 2023, with his family by his side. John leaves behind his wife, Cathy Wogan; adopted children, Gina Waligura, Melissa and Scott Newcomer, and Tomy and Taylor Jenkins. Grandchildren...
Ian F. Blain
Jun 7, 2023
MUNROE FALLS - Ian F. Blain, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2023. Ian was born June 14, 1944, to George and Elsie Blain in London, England. Ian moved to the states in 1953, with his mother, father, and two siblings and settled in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating high school, he joined the Navy and spent four years...
Elizabeth Mcgrath Wyatt
Jun 5, 2023
KENT - Elizabeth McGrath Wyatt, 92, of Brady Lake passed away June 5, 2023. She was born April 2, 1931, at Walton Hospital in Liverpool, England, to Thomas and Sarah McGrath. Her father was from Wexford, Ireland, and her mother was from Liverpool. Mrs. Wyatt attended school at St. Alphonsus until it was bombed by the Germans,...
Hugh Thomas "Tom" Roberts
Jun 5, 2023
NORTH CANTON - Hugh Thomas “Tom” Roberts walked into the waiting arms of his Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, June 5, 2023, after a brief illness. Tom was born in Akron, Ohio, on July 1, 1930, to Harold G. “Bob” Roberts and Mable Upton Roberts, before moving to Stow with his parents as a young boy. Tom was the older...
Richard Allan Heasley
Jun 4, 2023
As you read this, please know I am home, my permanent home, with God. On June 4, 2023, I joined my dear wife of 65 years, Carol. I will miss my three beautiful children, Karen (Joe) Coffey, Rick (Sheri) Heasley, and Susan (Randy) Tomich; my ten grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.
I was born...
Shirley Mae Jenkins
Jun 3, 2023
AURORA - Shirley Mae Jenkins, 98, passed away June 3, 2023. Born in Leroy, she was a resident of Stow and Twinsburg. She was a current member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hudson and had previously been a long-time member of The Lutheran Church of the Master in Bedford. Shirley had been employed with Johnson &...
Alice D. Pirog
Jun 2, 2023
Your life was a blessing, your memory a forever treasure . . .
HUDSON - Alice D. Pirog, passed away at the age of 67, on June 2, 2023. She was surrounded by her loving family at home, and is at peace after a long battle with cancer. Alice was born on June...
Nicol Ingeborg Jehn-Zabel
Jun 1, 2023
STOW - Nicol Ingeborg Jehn-Zabel, 50, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Thursday morning, June 1, 2023.
Nicol was born on May 4, 1973, in Fulda, Germany, to Maria and Alfred Jehn from Fulda/Mittelrode, Germany.
Nicol had graduated from Heinrich-von-Bibra Schule in Fulda, and completed an education...
Russell M. Griesmer
May 29, 2023
STOW - Russell M. Griesmer, 92, died May 29, 2023. Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Stow since 1973, and a U.S. Army veteran. Russell had been employed with Rite Aid as a pharmacist, retiring in 2010. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Russell enjoyed watching all sports. Preceded in death by...
Raymond Joseph Bukosky
May 26, 2023
STOW - Raymond Joseph Bukosky passed into the warm embrace of Our Lord on May 26, 2023. Ray will always be a “Vernal Equinox Baby,” born March 20, 1937, in the tiny coal mining town of Beaverdale, PA. Shout out to Ray’s parents, Alice and Joseph, for giving Spring yet another reason to eternally bless us all....
Kay Louise (Kinsey) Sinclair
May 25, 2023
STOW - Kay Louise (Kinsey) Sinclair, 85, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2023. A daughter of the late Taylor and Colette (Steiner) Kinsey, she was born October 21, 1937, in Akron and grew up in Cuyahoga Falls. Kay was a 1955 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and received her nursing diploma from Idabelle Firestone School...
Doris Ann (Bendik) Tischler
May 25, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Doris Ann (Bendik) Tischler went into the Lord’s arms peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Born in 1938, her greatest love in life was her husband, Art, whom she married in 1960. She was a devoted mother to her children and loved to share pictures of them and her grandchildren with...
Richard James Orms
May 24, 2023
AKRON - Richard James Orms passed away peacefully, May 24, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born on February 18, 1943, in Akron, where he grew up, graduating from North High School in 1961. He was a U.S. Army veteran, stationed in Hawaii during the Vietnam War. Richard worked for 43 years as a train...
Rachel Mae Lichi
May 23, 2023
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Rachel Mae Lichi, 94, was called to her eternal home on May 23, 2023. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, where she lived most of her long life. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Henry Clay and Lula Tressel Clay; her son, Kenneth Samuel Lichi, and her husband of 60...
Yao Bo Wu
May 23, 2023
STOW – Yao Bo Wu, 84, died May 23, 2023. Born in Qingyuan, China, he was a resident of Stow since 1993. Yao Bo had been employed with Vegetable Wholesale working in the warehouse division, retiring in 1994. He enjoyed watching basketball, walking outside, and spending time with family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Rongfang and Guirong Lau...
Bruce Metro Yaremcho
May 22, 2023
STOW - Bruce Metro Yaremcho, age 71 of Stow, Ohio passed away on May 22, 2023 at his residence. Bruce was a retired employee of the USPS and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude (née Turke) and Metro Yaremcho; brother-in-law, Brian Sakacsi. Bruce leaves behind his sister, Stephanie Sakacsi of Locust...
Thomas Robert Whitfield
May 20, 2023
STOW - Mr. Thomas Robert Whitfield, died peacefully on May 20, 2023, at the age of 88. Thomas was born on March 3, 1935, in Johnstown, PA. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Charlotte Mary Whitfield, and also his parents, Thomas and Gladys Whitfield. Thomas worked for CEI in Cleveland, Ohio for 35 years...
Steven L. Beale
May 19, 2023
STOW - Steven L. Beale, 68, of Stow, Ohio, went to be with his heavenly Father on May 19, 2023, after a lengthy illness. He was predeceased by his father, Leon P. Beale. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Chess; Uncle Richard Sherwood (Mary Sherwood); wife, Jennifer Beale; daughter, Rebecca Beale Monday (Rick Monday); and son,...
George "Geo" A. Jensen, Ii
May 17, 2023
AKRON - George A. "Geo" Jensen, II, born on February 9, 1983, in Akron, Ohio, tragically passed away on May 17, 2023, in Norton, Ohio, due to a senseless act of gun violence. Geo's life was cut short, leaving behind a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Geo was married to his...
Lawrence A. Van Camp
May 16, 2023
AKRON - Lawrence A. Van Camp, 99, of Akron, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023. Former WWII Veteran - POW - U.S. Army - CO H 157th INF - 45th DIV. While enlisted, he received a Purple Heart Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Theatre Service Ribbon, WWII Victory Ribbon, and European African Middle Eastern Service Ribbon,...
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