William Nick Creech
Jul 9, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - William Nick Creech, 77, of Munroe Falls, died peacefully on July 9, 2025 in his home.
Born July 3, 1948, in Hamilton, Ohio, he was the son of William Jackson and Ethel (Crawford) Creech. He retired as Master Gunnery Sergeant from the United State Marine Corps after 24 years of service. Bill was a beloved member of the...
Joseph K. Paradise
Jul 8, 2025
STOW - Joseph K. Paradise, 76, passed away July 8, 2025.
Born in McKeesport, PA, he was a resident of Stow since 2012. Joseph had been employed with the Summit County Engineer’s Office as well as the Ohio Department of Transportation as a civil engineer.
Joseph enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, camping and was very involved in his community.
Preceded in death by his...
Joseph J. Kois
2025
MENTOR - Joseph J. Kois, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, passed away quietly with family at his bedside to rejoin his wife, Bernardine, who commenced her journey in 2021.
“Farmer Joe,” as he was known to his many Mentor area produce customers, was passionate about his garden and orchard, spending long hours caring for the trees and plants that produced...
Robert (Bob) E. Rickel
Jul 3, 2025
STOW - Robert (Bob) E. Rickel, known to most simply as “Bob,” earned his heavenly wings on July 3, 2025. He passed away peacefully at the age of 86 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Born on November 19, 1938, in Lodi, Ohio, Bob was the son of Clifford E. and Britta L. Rickel. Alongside his sister, Joene, he was...
Vickie Lynn Broadway
Jul 3, 2025
AKRON - Vickie Lynn Broadway, 58, passed away July 3, 2025.
Born in Barberton, she was a resident of the Akron area, a 1984 graduate of Stow High School, and then later received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Walsh University, specializing in pediatrics, (BSN and RN) . Her love of caring for others started when she worked as...
Rose Yoxthimer
Jul 1, 2025
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Alma Rose Yoxthimer, please click the link below on
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 10 AM.
Riverwood Chapel ~ Memorial Service on behalf of Alma Rose Yoxthimer
MUNROE FALLS - Alma Rose Yoxthimer, 86, passed away peacefully July 1, 2025, and is now home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
She was born in Jellico,...
Susan Anita Mullins
Jul 1, 2025
MUNROE FALLS - Susan Anita Mullins, affectionately known as “Mama” to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 76.
A devoted mother and friend, Susan invested her life in the care of children and truly loved every minute of it. Her compassion, patience, and nurturing spirit touched countless lives, many of whom remained...
Roy J. Raber
Jun 30, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Roy J. Raber, 61, died on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Born in Millersburg, Ohio, on August 2, 1963, to Jonas A. and Mary (Yoder) Raber, he was a graduate of The University of Akron and Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Roy had been a longtime employee of Blaze Technical Services, Inc., a former funeral director with Redmon Funeral...
Norma Jean Bauman
Jun 28, 2025
HUDSON - Norma Jean Bauman, 81, formerly of Scottsdale, AZ, and formerly of Stow, OH, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Hudson Grande in Hudson.
She was born on July 27, 1943, in Akron, Ohio, the youngest daughter of William M. and Mary Baze Kendrick. She married Frank Joseph Bauman, Jr., on October 17, 1964.
In addition to her parents,...
Robert J. Lucey
Jun 26, 2025
STOW - Robert J. Lucey, 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 26, 2025.
Born in Cleveland, he was a resident of Stow for 40 years. Robert had been employed with Union Metal as a plant supervisor, retiring in 2020. He was a member of St. Eugene Catholic Church.
Without a doubt, the highlight of his life was...
Marlene K. Mercurio
Jun 25, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Marlene K. Mercurio, lovingly remembered by all who knew her, was born on October 18, 1939, in Akron, OH.
She gently departed from this world to embrace the eternal peace of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that touched everyone she met. With a heart full...
Joseph (Joe) W. Martis, Jr.
Jun 25, 2025
To view the livestream Mass of Christian Burial on behalf of
Mr. Joseph (Joe) W. Martis, Jr., please click the link below on
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10:30 AM,
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Holy Family Catholic Church ~ Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Joseph (Joe) W. Martis, Jr.
HUDSON - Joseph (Joe) W. Martis, Jr., 77, died June 25, 2025.
Born and raised in...
Jake Chizmar
Jun 22, 2025
STOW - Jake Chizmar, 27, passed away June 22, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic in Twinsburg, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born October 1, 1997, in Youngstown, Jake was a kind-hearted and adventurous soul, who brought joy to everyone who knew him. He graduated from Kent State University with a bachelor’s degree in business and had been employed in sales at Jet...
Barbara Ann Behrman
Jun 21, 2025
STOW - Barbara Ann Behrman, 76, of Stow, Ohio, passed away June 21, 2025.
She was born November 28, 1948, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Harry King and Edna (Wollam) Instone. She married Laurence H. Behrman in December of 1969. Barbara was a 1966 graduate of Bowling Green High School and attended Ohio Northern University following graduation. She worked for...
Alice E. Littlefield
Jun 19, 2025
STOW - Alice E. Littlefield, 101, of Stow, OH, formerly of Frewsburg, NY, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Arbors at Stow.
She was born on June 18, 1924, at home, in Frewsburg, NY, a daughter of the late Edwin W. and Lorene Griffin Carlson. Alice attended Jamestown High School, and is a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church...
Jane Lynn Gardner (Conger)
Jun 18, 2025
AKRON - Jane Lynn Gardner (Conger), 76, of Akron, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on June 18, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles H. and Velma M. Conger (Early), as well as her twin sister, Janet L. Mayer (Conger).
She is survived by her devoted husband of almost 50 years, John J. Gardner; her daughter,...
Eugene (Gene) F. Horning
Jun 17, 2025
Eugene F. (Gene) Horning ~ September 6, 1950 - June 17, 2025
STOW - It is with great sorrow and quiet joy that we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather, Gene Horning, on the morning of June 17, 2025.
Gene was born September 6, 1950, the youngest child of Walter and Helen Horning, in Canton, Ohio, to a home with...
Thomas Oliver Myers
Jun 16, 2025
STOW - Thomas Oliver Myers passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of over fifty years, Karen Marie Myers. Thomas is survived by his children, Jason, David (Sara), Eric (Lisa), and Bryan (Kristin); his siblings, Ken and Don; his five wonderful grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and many...
Joseph (Joe) Criss
Jun 12, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Joseph (Joe) Criss, 68, passed away suddenly on June 12, 2025, at 3:26 PM.
Joe was born in Akron, on September 10, 1956. He grew up in Cuyahoga Falls and attended Cuyahoga Falls Schools. Shortly after Joe graduated from high school, he married his first love, Rochelle (Shelly), to whom he was married for 48 years. She was...
Ronzel Darius Dawson
Jun 11, 2025
TALLMADGE - Ronzel Darius Dawson, born January 22, 1938, to Lloyd and Alice Dawson in Nebo, WV, died June 11, 2025.
Preceded in death by his son, Joseph Dawson, he is survived by his wife of 64 years, Juanita Dawson; children, Ronald Dawson (Barbara) and Angela Todd; seven grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren. He had six brothers and sisters, and leaves many...
