Vicki Lynn Benedetto
Aug 19, 2025
GREEN - Vicki Lynn Benedetto, 73, died August 19, 2025.
She was known for her big heart and the way she made everyone feel like family. She loved card making, (especially for her church family), teaching card making classes, watching her grandkids play sports, baking treats to share and capturing life’s moments through her photography. Her favorite times with her husband...
Susan B. Richetto (nee Capito)
Aug 18, 2025
STOW - Susan B. Richetto (nee Capito), 79, a gentle soul, died unexpectedly August 18, 2025.
Born in Warren and a longtime Stow resident, she was a proud Ohio University Bobcat graduate (class of 1968), a teacher in her earlier years, and a member of Christ Community Chapel. Susan found joy in knitting, often giving baby blankets and other items as...
Betty Ann Stewart
Aug 13, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Betty Ann Stewart, 88, passed away peacefully at her home on August 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on December 26, 1936, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Alvin and Catherine Rhodes, Betty grew up in Suffield before making Cuyahoga Falls her lifelong home.
For over 30 years, Betty worked in medical offices, where patients...
Dr. David L. Burnham
Jul 26, 2025
Remembering Dr. David L. BurnhamOn July 26, 2025, at age 90, in God’s sovereign providence, He welcomed Dr. David Lansen Burnham into the fullness of His presence.
“Great is Thy Faithfulness” was David’s favorite hymn, and the words of this song became a reflection of his own life. Surrounded by his family and treasured wife, Sue, he faithfully opened the door...
Kelly L. (Porter) Battershell
Jul 25, 2025
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STOW - Kelly L. (Porter) Battershell, 63, went to be with her Lord and Savior early in the morning on Friday, July 25, 2025. She passed at home surrounded by her immediate family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Denver, Colorado on...
Michael (Mike) Earl Robinson
Jul 10, 2025
God is good. Psalm 86:15 - “But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger and abundant in mercy and truth.”
My beloved husband of 34 years, Mike Robinson, fought a courageous battle with cancer for eleven months. He entered the presence of Jesus on July 10, 2025. We are so grateful that he is no longer suffering...
Donna Jean Utterback
Apr 29, 2026
STOW – Donna Jean Utterback, 82, passed away April 29, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Donna was a longtime resident of Stow. She worked in accounting and administrative roles until her retirement. Donna was a member of Living Vine Church and especially enjoyed spending time with her church group, the Friendship Connection.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Ruby...
Kenneth Kapasi
Apr 1, 2026
STOW - Kenneth Kapasi left his earthly body on April 1, 2026. He was born on September 19, 1951 in Windsor, Ontario and spent his life there until he moved to Stow, Ohio to be with his wife, Maureen in 2012. He spent many happy years there and he and Maureen blended their families together.
Being a papa was one of...
Carrol Ann York (Roe)
Dec 27, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Carrol Ann York (Roe) passed away on December 27, 2025.
Born in New Castle, PA, on December 5, 1951, Carrol was a longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls and worked for several years at the front desk of the Natatorium. She held a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre arts and set design. Carrol was also a member at...
Elaine E. (Ahrens) Hedrick
Dec 24, 2025
SILVER LAKE - Elaine E. (Ahrens) Hedrick, 88, passed away December 24, 2025, at Mulberry Gardens Memory Care in Munroe Falls.
She was born at home, in the Slavic Village neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio, on February 2, 1937. She was a resident of Stow and the surrounding communities since 1966.
Elaine had retired from Macy’s, (O’Neil’s Department Store), after 26 years of...
Elfrieda "Frieda" Wilhelmiena Lytle (nee Brose)
Dec 14, 2025
This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24
STOW - Elfrieda “Frieda” Wilhelmiena Lytle (nee Brose), 94, died December 14, 2025.
Born in Buffalo, NY, she was a longtime Stow resident, had retired as a telephone operator and was a charter member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Tallmadge, where she taught Sunday...
Thomas P. Werden
Dec 12, 2025
STOW - Thomas P. Werden, 67, passed away December 12, 2025.
Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Stow since 2000. Thomas had been employed with Nestle as a quality assurance manager, retiring in 2013. He lived and died by Cleveland sports. He loved playing in his golf league, on his bowling team, and always enjoyed a nice cigar and...
Glenda Marie Brown
Dec 9, 2025
STOW - Glenda Marie Brown, 81, died December 9, 2025.
Born in Akron, she was a resident of Stow. Glenda was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Akron. She enjoyed playing Skip-Bo, watching Family Feud, Wheel of Fortune, and spending time at her church.
Preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Stella Brown, and her brothers, Reggie and...
Jean L. Corley-Wix
Dec 8, 2025
LADY LAKE, FL - Jean L. Corley-Wix, 81, died December 8, 2025.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, William and Arnette (Mason) Leister; by her first husband, Daniel L. Corley; her second husband, Fred Wix, and by her brothers, Richard and William Leister.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Libby and Michael Lovett; her son, Daniel Corley; grandson,...
Carlton Alfred Sears, III
Dec 7, 2025
SUGAR BUSH KNOLLS - Carlton Alfred Sears, III, 75, went to be with his Lord and Maker on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Born in South Bend, Indiana, on April 1, 1950, Carlton graduated from Wittenberg University in 1972, having majored in Asian Studies. From there he went on to receive a Master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Michigan....
Linda Kay Layne Stratton
Dec 6, 2025
HUDSON - Linda Kay Layne Stratton, 81, died December 6, 2025.
Born in Pikeville, KY, to the late Archer and Norma Jean Layne, she grew up in Betsy Layne, KY, and was a 65-year resident of Hudson.
Linda was a devoted homemaker and worked for many years as a physicians’ coordinator, EMT, and held various positions in the Hudson City School District....
Marcy West
Dec 1, 2025
DOYLESTOWN - Marcy West, 40, died December 1, 2025.
Born in Blackfoot, Idaho, she was a resident of Doylestown. Marcy spent her professional career as a physical therapist. She was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Marcy enjoyed sailing, her job, and most importantly, Marcy loved being a mom.
She is survived by her husband, Alex West; children, Mercedes and Xavier;...
William (Bill) Turanchik
Nov 25, 2025
January 10, 1930 - November 25, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - William (Bill) Turanchik, 95, of Munroe Falls, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on November 25, 2025. Bill was born and raised in Akron before designing and building a home in Munroe Falls in 1970.
Bill was born on January 10, 1930, at the start of the Great Depression. His...
Karen Sue McCrady
Nov 25, 2025
STOW - Karen Sue McCrady, 86, passed away on November 25, 2025.
Born on November 12, 1939, in Akron, Ohio, Karen was the daughter of the late William and Donna Miller. She graduated from Coventry High School in 1957, where she proudly served as a majorette in the marching band. That same year, she married the love of her life, James...
Virgil Erwin Gilkey
Nov 24, 2025
STOW - Virgil departed this life surrounded by the love of his family on November 24, 2025.
Virgil Erwin Gilkey, was born in Barberton, Ohio, on November 28, 1934, to Virgil R. and Beulah Gilkey. Virgil graduated from Barberton High School and enlisted in the United States Navy. He served on the USS Osberg and USS Laning, based in the Brooklyn...
