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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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Warren F. Schell

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Helen Clare Palmer

Helen Clare Palmer

Apr 15, 2022

STOW - Helen Clare Palmer, (nee Calder), 79, passed away peacefully April 15, 2022, following a long and courageous struggle with Multiple Sclerosis.

Born June 3, 1942, in Pittsburgh, PA.  Helen grew up in Cincinnati and was a graduate of Woodward High School there. She lived most of her adult life in Northeast Ohio, where she married Tom, her husband of...

Raymond R. Demattia

Raymond R. Demattia

Apr 13, 2022

SILVER LAKE - Raymond R. DeMattia, 96, of Silver Lake, Ohio, passed away on April 13, 2022, after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Victor and Mary (Lattanzio) DeMattia, and his siblings, Adriana Bronner, Lea Blinkie, Fedora DeMattia, Hamlet DeMattia, and Edmond DeMattia. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Catherine (Questel); his three...

Donald "Don" Gene Werner

Donald "Don" Gene Werner

Apr 13, 2022

STOW - Donald Gene Werner Don, age 85, passed away on April 13, 2022, in Hudson, Ohio after a brief illness. Don was born on March 9, 1937, in Clinton, Iowa, to Viola and John A. Werner, along with a twin sister, LaDonna. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1956 and soon after, enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where...

Maryann Sawders

Maryann Sawders

Apr 11, 2022

STOW - Maryann Sawders, 80, died April 11, 2022.

Born in Cadiz, Ohio, she was a resident of Stow since 1965. Maryann had been employed as a medical assistant in a doctor’s office. She was a member of Stow Alliance Fellowship Church and had served as a missionary in Russia. She and her husband moved to The...

Ronald L. "Ronnie" Augustus

Ronald L. "Ronnie" Augustus

Apr 10, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Ronald L. Augustus, "Ronnie", age 60, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Ronnie was born in Cuyahoga Falls on September 11, 1961. He was a lifetime area resident and had been employed with Cardinal Cement and Excavating for many years.

If you asked Ronnie...

Nancy Laine Storms

Nancy Laine Storms

Apr 9, 2022

"Don’t be sad it’s over, be glad it happened.”

Nancy Laine Storms died April 9, 2022, at the age of 95 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Special thanks to the staff of Porter Hills for all their kindness, dedication, and professional skill in taking care of Nancy in her last years.

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William Gennaro Digiammarino

William Gennaro Digiammarino

Apr 7, 2022

STOW - William G. DiGiammarino, 87, died April 7, 2022. Born in Akron, he was a resident of Stow since 1966, and a U.S. Air Force veteran. William had been employed with the Summit County Engineer’s Office, retiring in 1994. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. William was an avid Ohio sports fan and enjoyed fishing....

John Michael Scafidi

John Michael Scafidi

Apr 5, 2022

MUNROE FALLS - John Michael Scafidi went ahead to help prepare heaven for the rest of us. He no doubt already has wire cutters in his hand and some screws in his mouth. He lived a long life full of love, hard work, and "sketts", lots of "sketts." John was born in July of 1931, one of six children born...

Elvere "Ellie" Marguerite Ciccarelli

Elvere "Ellie" Marguerite Ciccarelli

Apr 4, 2022

KENT - Elvere “Ellie” Marguerite Ciccarelli, 84, passed away April 4, 2022, in Akron.

Born in New Orleans, LA, she was a daughter of the late Reginald and Elvere Delatte.

Preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Ciccarelli, whom she met in the Azores; brother, John Delatte; sisters, Myrl Marchese and Elaine Manilia.

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David F. Curtis

David F. Curtis

Apr 3, 2022

AKRON - David F. Curtis commenced his inseparable union with his much beloved wife and his God on April 3rd, 2022.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 9th, 1938, David was and remained the quintessential Boy Scout throughout his life; curious, open, a keeper of the peace and his word. David graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School...

Audrey K. Sellers

Audrey K. Sellers

Apr 3, 2022

Stow - Audrey K. Sellers, 93, died April 3, 2022.

Born in Norwich, England, she came to the United States in 1947 as a war bride, was a resident of Stow since 1977, a member of Stow Community United Church, and had retired from the accounting department of Babcock and Wilcox after 22 years of service.  She...

Margie A. Joiner

Margie A. Joiner

Apr 2, 2022

AKRON - Margie A. Joiner, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was escorted by the angels to her eternal home on April 2nd, 2022, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Akron, Ohio, she lived most of her life as a resident of Stow. Margie was one of nineteen children, and her greatest love was for her...

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