James L. Greener, Ii
May 9, 2022
RAVENNA - James Greener, 77, after leading a fantastic life, died May 9, 2022, at Regency Hospital in Warrensville Heights.
Jim was born on October 22, 1944, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late James (Detective) and Eileen (Mackin) Greener. He spent most of his youth and formative years in Northeast Ohio, and graduated from Cleveland St. Joseph's...
Wanda Faye Bradley
May 8, 2022
STOW - Wanda Faye Bradley, 74, died May 8, 2022.
Born in Monterey, VA, she was a resident of Stow since 2006. Wanda enjoyed traveling with her husband and was an avid reader.
Preceded in death by parents, Calvin Huffman and Thelma Campbell, she is survived by her husband of 28 years, Rocky Bradley; daughters,...
Elizabeth Jane Dowey
May 8, 2022
Our loving, kind, and light-hearted mom has been reunited with the love of her life.
Elizabeth Jane Dowey, 94, passed away peacefully on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2022. She was a devoted servant of God, member of First Christian Church of Stow, and faithful to her words, “God is Love."
Preceded in death by her...
Terry Norman Gray
May 6, 2022
STOW - Terry Norman Gray, 80, passed away on May 6, 2022, in his home and surrounded by his family.
He was born the eldest of four children, (Terry, Jerry, Bobby, and Linda), to parents, Nile Amazon and Lydia Marie (Cutlip) Gray, on February 16, 1942, in Akron, Ohio. Terry graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1960....
James H. Aungst
May 6, 2022
HUDSON - James H. Aungst, 96, died after a brief illness on May 6, 2022, with his family by his side.
A proud World War II veteran, Jim was married for 58 years to Carolyn R. Aungst who preceded him death in 2014. He is survived by his children, Holle, Heide (Joe Manfredi), and Grant (Brandy); grandchildren,...
Donald H. Breiding
May 5, 2022
TALLMADGE - Donald H. Breiding, 90, died May 5, 2022. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident and a United States Air Force veteran. He was formerly employed by Frank Lucco Erectors and Keller Hall. He was a founding partner of Breiding Ceramics Shop, Udder Delights Ice Cream Store, and Snacktime Goodies Vending. Don was a member of...
Jack R. Dement
May 3, 2022
HUDSON - Jack R. DeMent, 94, died May 3, 2022.
Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Hudson since 2006, and raised his family in Macedonia. Jack was a U.S. Army veteran and had been employed with Ohio Bell as a data processing manager, retiring in 1980 (after 33 years). He enjoyed golfing, playing wheelchair volleyball,...
Raymond Foster Hall
May 3, 2022
STOW - Raymond Foster Hall passed away on May 3, 2022, at the age of 86. After several months of declining health, Ray died peacefully with his beloved wife, Rose, and their children by his side. Ray was born in Covington, Kentucky on January 22, 1936, to parents Charles and Katherine Hall. He served in the Air Force during the...
Robert (Bob) J. Mayer
May 2, 2022
PENINSULA - Robert J. Mayer, age 76, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2022. Son of the late Julian and Hilda Mayer, beloved husband of the late Janet L. (nee Conger); dearest father of Todd (Patti) and Stacey (Brian) Hakes; loving grandfather of Joseph and Andrew Mayer and Kyle and Kevin Hakes. Bob grew up in and spent most of...
Jean A. Call
Apr 30, 2022
STOW - Jean A. (Point) Call, the daughter of Archie and Metta (Roberts) Point (of Tallmadge, Ohio) passed away on April 30, 2022. Her husband of over 75 years, Charles E. Call, preceded her passing on August 20, 2020. Jean leaves behind their son, Howard (Theresa) and daughter, Suzanne C. Cryst (Michael); six grandchildren, Leeann (Bill) Bush, Cathy (Rob) Cunningham,...
Christopher B. Palmer
Apr 29, 2022
NORTH CANTON - Christopher B. Palmer, 45, died April 29, 2022.
Born in Akron, Chris spent most of his life in northeast Ohio. He graduated from Garfield High School in Garrettsville and was enrolled in the Maplewood Trade Vocational program. Chris was a U.S. Army veteran and was currently serving as an apprentice with IBEW 4 th...
Joyce Balaun
Apr 29, 2022
STOW - Joyce Balaun, 80, of Stow, Ohio, died peacefully on April 29, 2022, after a short illness.
Joyce was born August 13, 1941, in Steubenville, OH, the eldest daughter of the late Kenneth Scott and Mary Eloise Saunders. After her father’s death in WWII, she was raised by her mother and stepfather, the late Joseph Campagna,...
Warren F. Schell
Apr 24, 2022
SILVER LAKE - Warren F. Schell, 95, died April 24, 2022. Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Silver Lake since 1968, and a U.S. Navy veteran. Warren had been employed with Motch + Merryweather Machinery, Co., (later Oerlikon Motch), as the territory manager for the Akron/Canton area. He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Warren enjoyed bowling,...
Charmaine Carole Judy Streharsky, Ed.D.
Apr 24, 2022
MUNROE FALLS - Charmaine Carole Judy Streharsky, Ed.D., died in Christian faith in Akron, Ohio, on April 24, 2022. She was 75. She leaves her son, Robert Michael Streharsky and daughter-in-law, Ann (nee Kopnicky) of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; daughter, Karla Kathleen Streharsky of Munroe Falls; siblings-in-law, Elizabeth (Streharsky) Irwin and Steve Streharsky, Sr., and many beloved cousins, (who are...
Frederick "Fred" George Starr
Apr 22, 2022
AKRON - It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to a great man. Fred Starr passed away peacefully on Friday, April 22, 2022, surrounded by loving family. Fred was many things: Husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, friend to all, helper, neighbor, and gentleman. According to his mother, Fred was born on 5/17. The doctor that was present at...
Michele "Chele" Ann Greenwell
Apr 21, 2022
AKRON - With heavy hearts, we must say goodbye to a beautiful soul. Michele “Chele” Ann Greenwell left this world suddenly on April 21, 2022, at age 44. Even though a failing heart took her away from this world, her loving heart left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Gary and Susan (deceased) Greenwell brought a gift into...
Deborah "Debbie" Ann Spoerndle
Apr 19, 2022
STOW - Deborah Ann Spoerndle, "Debbie", age 71, passed away at Akron City Hospital on April 19, 2022, after a 123-day battle with Covid-19. She was born August 24, 1950, in Pittsfield, MA, to James and Rita Ritchie.
Debbie graduated from Wadsworth High School in 1968, and St. Thomas Nursing School in 1971. After graduation, she worked...
Marjorie (Gates) Welfare
Apr 18, 2022
WESTLAKE - Marjorie (Gates) Welfare, 102, passed away April 18, 2022, at Vitalia Senior Living Center in Stow, Ohio. Marjorie was born in Columbus, Ohio and lived in the shadow of The Ohio State University on W. 14th Street. She attended The OSU from 1938-1942 where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Education and was honored...
Scott Dubiel
Apr 17, 2022
D. Scott Dubiel, 65, of Stow, joined our Lord and Savior in heaven on Easter Sunday.
Beloved husband to Becky for 38 years, devoted father to Taylor (Natalie), loving brother to Philip Dubiel (Trish) and Diane Cleavenger (David), and cherished uncle, great uncle and friend to many, Scott touched all those who knew him with his kindness,...
John Daniel Williams
Apr 15, 2022
HUDSON - Devoted Christian, loving husband, dedicated parent and active community leader, John Daniel Williams, 79, passed away unexpectedly April 15, and is now home with his Lord God Almighty.
Elder son of the late John Daniel III and Dorothy Elizabeth Williams, he was born July 1, 1942 in Youngstown, OH. Fondly known as “Dan” amongst his...
