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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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Joseph F. Ball
Jan 14, 2026
To view the livestream of Mr. Ball's Memorial Service,
please click the link below and use the Meeting Code and Password listed:
Joseph Ball Livestream Link
Meeting Code: 88214264234
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STOW - Joseph F. Ball, 84, passed away January 14, 2026, after several years of battling complications from strokes.
Born in Akron, he was a resident of Stow since 1966. He was an engineer with...
Richard Russell Crawley
Jan 15, 2026
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on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 10 AM, please click the link below:
Riverwood Chapel ~ Funeral Service for Mr. Rick Crawley
STOW - Richard Russell Crawley, age 61, of Stow, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Rick is survived by Norma, his wife of...
Eunice Harryette Honsa Pavlik (nee Jones)
Jan 15, 2026
TWINSBURG - Eunice Harryette Honsa Pavlik (nee Jones), passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on January 15, 2026, at the age of 90, in Macedonia Ohio.
Born on September 15, 1935, in Cleveland Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Eunice Jones. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and attended John Marshall High School.
She worked for several...
Carolyn Sue Clark
Jan 8, 2026
STOW|TORONTO - Carolyn Sue Clark, age 76, of Stow and Toronto, OH, passed away on January 8, 2026, in the presence of family.
Born on August 14, 1949, in Steubenville, OH, Carolyn was the daughter of Dale Skinner and Annabelle Skinner (Horvath). She graduated from Jefferson Union High School in 1967, and went on to work in sectors, which include banking,...
Aimee Elizabeth Newell
Jan 7, 2026
MACEDONIA - Aimee Elizabeth Newell, age 56, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born on May 23, 1969, at Marymount Hospital in Garfield Heights, Ohio. She was the beloved daughter of the late Carole Rusher Newell and Donald Newell.
Aimee’s life was shaped by deep love and profound loss. She was preceded in death by her parents, her...
Kay Frances Tofanelli
Jan 6, 2026
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Kay Frances Tofanelli, 86, died January 6, 2026.
Born in Akron, she was a lifetime area resident and had been employed with the law firm of Roderick, Linton and Belfance, LLP, for 28 years prior to her retirement. Kay was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church, was active in the Young Concordians, and enjoyed playing bridge and euchre.
She...
Cynthia Louise Smith (nee Shaffer)
Dec 28, 2025
HARTVILLE - Cynthia Louise Smith (nee Shaffer) was born September 12, 1938, to Oliver and Beulah Shaffer.She lived in Ohio all her life and still loved to remember "the farm," swimming in Yellow Creek with siblings, cousins, and friends, and ice skating on ponds in Northampton. She passed away on December 28, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.She...
Donna Fae Malm
Dec 20, 2025
STOW - Donna Fae Malm, 95, was taken peacefully to Heaven to be with her Lord on December 20, 2025.
Donna was born in Canton, Ohio, and was a resident of Stow since 1980. Donna was a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend to many.
Donna was employed by Falls Savings and Loan, beginning her career as a bank teller and...
Freeda Louise Sturm Roberts
Jan 3, 2026
FAIRLAWN - Freeda Louise Sturm Roberts, 92, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, in Akron, Ohio, the city where she was born, on November 19, 1933. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Freeda’s life was a testament to faith, service, and steadfast love.
From a young age, Freeda displayed a remarkable sense of purpose. At just eight...
Michael John Bradisse
Dec 30, 2025
STOW - Michael John Bradisse, 48, of Stow, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on December 30, 2025.
Born on December 3, 1977, in Akron, Ohio, to Iris and John Bradisse, Mike lived a vibrant and full life marked by deep devotion to his family, a passion for sports, and a gift for connecting with people.
A proud graduate of Stow High School’s Class...
Eleanor Bosko
Jan 3, 2026
STOW - Eleanor Bosko, a beloved educator, devoted wife, and extraordinary mother, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the age of 49.
Born on June 3, 1976, to the late Melvin and Kathy Dreslinski, Eleanor was a lifelong resident of Stow, Ohio, a community she loved deeply and served with her whole heart.
Eleanor dedicated her professional life to the...
John K. Cingle
Jan 2, 2026
CUYAHOGA FALLS - John K. Cingle, 77, died January 2, 2026.
Born in Akron, he was a former longtime resident of Munroe Falls and a proud U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran. John had retired from the United States Postal Service and was a devoted Notre Dame Fighting Irish fan.
Preceded in death by his parents, Rudy and Pauline Cingle, he is survived by...
George M. Kolar
Dec 28, 2025
STREETSBORO - George M. Kolar, age 58, of Streetsboro, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
George was born to Audrey Kolar and Stephen Kolar. He was a beloved son, brother, and uncle, deeply loved by his family.
In his younger years, George enjoyed playing the drums. Later in life, he found peace and comfort in the quiet serenity of fishing....
Hollie Beth Simpson
Dec 30, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Hollie Beth Simpson, beautiful daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, died December 30, 2025, after a five-year battle with cancer.
Hollie is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Simpson. She is survived by her mother, Deanna Simpson; brother, Dan Simpson (Liz), and her nephew and nieces, Isaac 21, Bel 19, Addi 18, and Evie 16.
Hollie, famously known as...
Sharon A. (Senchoway) Brazalovics Rader
Dec 28, 2025
BRIMFIELD - Sharon A. (Senchoway) Brazalovics Rader, 78, passed away December 28, 2025.
Born in Buffalo, NY, she was a resident of Brimfield for many years. Sharon retired from Swagelok in Hudson, Ohio, and was a member of St. Sebastian Parish. Sharon enjoyed butterflies and her tree room.
Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Eleanor Senchoway, she is survived by her...
Marilyn Lorraine Leach (Morris)
Dec 18, 2025
Marilyn Lorraine Leach (Morris)
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Born March 7, 1950, she began her journey here on earth. On December 18, 2025, her final goodbye was given, and she began her journey in heaven.
Preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Leach; her parents, Willie and Lorraine Morris; her in-laws, Robert and Ruth Leach; her brothers, David Morris and Vincent Smith, and...
Jerilyn T. Turcotte
Dec 21, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Jerilyn T. Turcotte, 83, passed away December 21, 2025.
Born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, she moved to Cuyahoga Falls as a child and remained in the area her entire life.
Jerilyn enjoyed her career in banquet and catering sales at area country clubs, planning weddings, corporate golf outings and members’ social events. She was especially proud of her work...
Dr. Collin A. Myers
Dec 26, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - Dr. Collin A. Myers passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025, after a long battle with heart disease.
Born on Independence Day in 1947, Collin grew up in Warsaw, New York. Collin was devout in his faith to the Lord and encouraged others to grow in their faith. He never met a stranger and shared his faith...
Richard (Rick) K. Hager
Dec 19, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - Richard (Rick) K. Hager, of Munroe Falls, passed away December 19, 2025, at the age of 77.
He was a life-long resident of Summit County, graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1966, and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics from Muskingum College. Later in life, he earned his MBA at the University of Akron.
After 37 years...
Jane Ruth Davis
Dec 22, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Jane Ruth Davis (nee Sloan), 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, gave up the fight and went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on December 22, 2025.
Jane, or Grandma, Granny, or Gigi, was the heart and soul of the Davis family, offering unconditional love, a playful wit, and tons of good old home cooking to everyone who entered...
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