Obituaries

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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Thom Jeffries

Thom Jeffries

Mar 2, 2019

Obituary of Thom Jeffries

Thomas Harold "Thom" Jeffries, 42, won his battle with cancer and was called home to be with his Lord on March 2, 2019.

Born in East Liverpool, OH, he graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1995, and earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics at Youngstown State University in 1999. He was a...

Carol Ann Miller

Carol Ann Miller

Feb 27, 2019

Obituary of Carol Ann Miller

Carol A. Miller, 75, passed away February 27, 2019.

Born in Akron, she was a lifelong area resident, and had been the owner of Family Visitation and Mediation, retiring in 2015. Carol enjoyed her family and friends, her lake house, casinos, sailing, giving, helping, shopping, and loved living!

Preceded in...

Edwin Joseph Allen

Edwin Joseph Allen

Feb 26, 2019

Obituary of Edwin Joseph Allen

Edwin J. Allen, 82, passed away February 26, 2019.

Born in Akron, he was a lifelong area resident, and had been employed with Akron Uniform, retiring in 2013. Edwin attended Immaculate Heart of Mary in Cuyahoga Falls, and was an avid New York Yankees fan.

Preceded in death by his...

Marjorie Leona Herbert

Marjorie Leona Herbert

Feb 26, 2019

Obituary of Marjorie Leona Herbert

Marjorie Leona VanderSluis Herbert, age 97, went home to be with the Lord February 26, 2019.

She was born in Rapelje, Montana and leaves a legacy of Faith and Love that has deeply touched us all and has been passed down to the third and fourth generations. She proudly served her country...

William "Bud" H. May Iii

William "Bud" H. May Iii

Feb 25, 2019

William "Bud" H. May, III, 70, died February 25, 2019.

Born in Akron, he was a lifetime Stow resident and was employed through IBEW Local 306 for 49 years. Bud was a member of Stow Alliance Fellowship Church, where he served as a trustee for many years. Bud was passionate about, and was involved in, many different...

Eugene Lewis Smith

Eugene Lewis Smith

Feb 24, 2019

Obituary of Eugene Lewis Smith

Eugene L. Smith, 84, died February 24, 2019.

Gene was born April 10, 1934, in Cuyahoga Falls, to Hagen and Lona Smith and was a beloved husband to his wife Rita of 63 years. He was the best dad four girls could ever ask for, a loved papa, brother, uncle, and friend...

Marjorie A. Miller

Marjorie A. Miller

Feb 23, 2019

Obituary of Marjorie A. Miller

Marjorie A. Miller died on February 23, 2019 in the presence of her loving husband of 61 years, Patrick. Her body died, yet her soul and spirit are in Heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was the proud mother of Mark, Kathleen (Bill) McClure, Steve (Lori), and Shelley (Brian)...

Alvis "Al" Salmons

Alvis "Al" Salmons

Feb 22, 2019

Alvis "Al" R. Salmons, 76, passed away February 22, 2019.

Born in Williamson, WV, he was a Cuyahoga Falls resident since 1970, and had been employed with General Motors, retiring after 37 years of service. Al attended Cuyahoga Falls Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family.

Preceded in death...

Rev. Jack C. Yeager

Rev. Jack C. Yeager

Feb 20, 2019

Obituary of Rev. Jack C. Yeager

Rev. Jack C. Yeager, 75, died February 20, 2019.

Born in Martins Ferry, OH, he was a graduate of Mount Union College and received his Master of Divinity from Garrett Theological Seminary. He served as pastor at several United Methodist churches: Palmyra, Mahoning West Parish, Ohltown, Fredericktown, North Royalton, Mansfield First,...

Elaine B. Mckay

Elaine B. Mckay

Feb 20, 2019

Obituary of Elaine B. McKay

Elaine B. McKay, 90, of Stow Glen Retirement Village, 4285 Kent Road, Stow, passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Summa Akron City Hospital.

Born November 30, 1928, in Cleveland, she was the daughter of Henry William and Louise (Froehlich) Bletsch. She was united in marriage to George B. McKay on...

Marguerite J. Davis

Marguerite J. Davis

Feb 20, 2019

Obituary of Marguerite J. Davis

Marguerite Davis, 84, died February 20, 2019.

"Peggy", Wife, Mom, Grandma, and "G" Grandma.

Born in Ford City, PA, she was a resident of Stow since 1953 and had attended Christ Community Chapel in Hudson.

Preceded in death by her daughter, Barbara Davis, and sisters, Marie Bowersox, Alverda...

Joanne M. Woods

Joanne M. Woods

Feb 19, 2019

Obituary of Joanne M. Woods

Joanne M. Woods, 86, went home to be with the Lord February 19, 2019.

Born in Akron, she was a lifetime area resident, a graduate of Buchtel High School, and was actively employed with Tri-County Hard Chrome, serving as the office manager for many years. Joanne was an avid sports fan and...

Irene Lea Nitzsche

Irene Lea Nitzsche

Feb 19, 2019

Obituary of Irene Lea Nitzsche

Irene L. Nitzsche, 91, passed away February 19, 2019.

Irene was born January 29, 1928 to William Harper and (Emma) Barb. She was a lifetime member of New Apostolic Church.

Irene was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Robert; and son, R. Kerry Nitzsche; she is survived...

Joseph D. Kost

Joseph D. Kost

Feb 19, 2019

Obituary of Joseph D. Kost

Joseph D. Kost Jr., 85, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away on February 19, 2019.

Joe was born in Torrington, Connecticut to Joseph and Mary Kost on August 21, 1933. He went to high school at La Salette Seminary and graduated in 1951. Joe went on to earn a physics degree from...

Michael J. Konet

Michael J. Konet

Feb 16, 2019

Obituary of Michael J. Konet

Michael J. Konet, 67, of Stow, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2019.

Born on October 20, 1951 to Floyd and Dorothy (Barnick) Konet, Michael was best known for his sense of humor, his openness to all people, and his committed love for his family. Michael was a devoted husband, always ready...

Yvonne C. Newhouse

Yvonne C. Newhouse

Feb 12, 2019

Obituary of Yvonne C. Newhouse

Yvonne C. Newhouse, 95, died February 12, 2019.

Born in Akron, she was a lifetime area resident and had retired from Prudential Insurance after 30 years of service.

Preceded in death by her husband William and brother Arthur Carmack, she is survived by her son William (Jancie) Newhouse of Silver...

Marietta Franks

Marietta Franks

Feb 5, 2019

Obituary of Marietta Franks

Marietta Franks, 69, passed away February 5th, 2019, due to complications from FTD. Born February 24, 1949 in Cleveland, OH, to William and Nila Staley-Bowles, her family moved back to their hometown of Huntington, WV in 1951.

Marietta moved to Akron with her husband and best friend, Fred, in 1979. Together they raised...

Jeffrey A. Paull

Jeffrey A. Paull

Feb 4, 2019

Obituary of Jeffrey A. Paull

Jeffrey A. Paull, 66, passed unexpectedly at his home near the lakes on February 4, 2019.

He was born November 8, 1952 in Ravenna to the late George Paull and Helen Dosch. He was a lifelong area resident and after 30 years of dedicated service, retired from Pepsi.

In addition...

Martha Ann Forsyth

Martha Ann Forsyth

Feb 3, 2019

Obituary of Martha Ann Forsyth

Martha Ann Forsyth, 68, went home to be with the Lord on February 3, 2019.

Born in Fort Eustis, VA, she was a long-time Cuyahoga Falls resident, a graduate of Stow High School and a member of Christ Community Chapel. Martha loved her family and greatly enjoyed playing with her grandchildren whom...

John E. Hormel

John E. Hormel

Feb 2, 2019

Obituary of John E. Hormel

John E. Hormel, Sr., 89, died at his home February 2, 2019.

Born in Bronxville, NY, he received his Bachelor of Science degree from Columbia University, and retired from Diamond Shamrock after 30 years of service. Following his retirement, John enjoyed volunteering for many organizations, including Meals on Wheels, the Hudson Parks...

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