Obituaries

Matthew Poelking

Matthew Poelking

Jan 10, 2010

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Matthew B. Poelking, 85, died at his residence January 10, 2010. Mr. Poelking was born in Lakewood, had resided in Cuyahoga Falls since October 1st and previously in California for 25 years and Ohio prior to that. He had worked in residential construction as a carpenter, built his own home in N. Royalton and loved flying as...

Judith Pryor

Judith Pryor

Jan 9, 2010

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Judi has left our midst to enter into her next phase of life. Sadness created out of our selfishness, as we miss her presence in this realm. Judi was a wonderful sister and friend; she accepted everyone she met without judgment. Her sense of humor and laughter will be...

Jean Crabtree

Jean Crabtree

Jan 5, 2010

Jean H. Crabtree (nee Mitchell) Bay Village - Jean H. Crabtree, 87, born in Barbourville, Kentucky . Preceded in death in 1976 by husband, Robert J. Crabtree. Resident of Silver Lake from 1965 to 2000, recently of Bay Village . Graduate of Illinois State University . Belonged to First Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls, the Akron City Club, Rotary Wives...

John Darago

John Darago

Jan 1, 2010

CUYAHOGA FALLS - John L. Darago, 77, son of Barbara (Schlaker) Darago and Walter Darago (deceased) passed away January 1st, 2010. Born in Akron, Mr. Darago was a lifetime resident of the area. John was a 1950 graduate of St. Vincent High School and attended the University of Notre Dame on a football scholarship, graduating in 1954. He had been...

Richard Strecker, Sr

Richard Strecker, Sr

Dec 30, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Richard E. Strecker, Sr., was born on February 20, 1926 and passed away on December 30, 2009 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was preceded in death by his wonderful and beloved wife Marilyn, after 55 years of marriage, parents Frank and Clara, sister Maryann, brother Frank. He is survived by brother Robert Strecker Sr....

Virginia Mulholland

Virginia Mulholland

Dec 30, 2009

Virginia Mulholland, 82, passed away December 30, 2009. Mrs. Mulholland was born in Wapakoneta, OH and resided in Alliance for the past 25 yrs. She worked as a legal secretary for Geigert, Teeple, Smith and Hahn for 20 years and was member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Wapakoneta. She enjoyed playing cards, cooking, knitting/sewing and most of all spending...

Dorothy Baldinger

Dorothy Baldinger

Dec 30, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Dorothy A. Baldinger, 96, died December 30, 2009. Mrs. Baldinger was born in Toledo and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls the past ten years and previously in Toledo and Mt. Vernon. She had worked as a bookkeeper/customer service for Western Union, Daso Bakery and Pan American Employment Agency for 25 years and was a member Unity Chapel of...

Gerald Romesberg

Gerald Romesberg

Dec 30, 2009

Cuyahoga Falls - Gerald A. Romesberg, 69, passed away December 30, 2009. Mr. Romesberg was born in Wilson Creek, PA and had resided in Akron for the past 40 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from Chrysler in Twinsburg after 33 years where he worked as a maintenance technician. He graduated from Berlin High School in 1959...

Adrian Trachsel

Adrian Trachsel

Dec 29, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - On December 29, 2009, Adrian Aaron Trachsel died at home surrounded by his family. He had suffered a three year decline in health, which he faced with great courage, patience, and good humor. Born in New Philadelphia on May 11, 1918, Adrian lived most of his life in Cuyahoga Falls, although he most fondly remembered his farming...

Elizabeth Morgart

Elizabeth Morgart

Dec 29, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Elizabeth Byrne Morgart, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died on December 29, 2009. Betty was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 13, 1918, and moved to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio in 1950 with her husband, Robert Paul Morgart. She attended the University of Akron, and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in 1981 as the Executive Assistant...

Gary Moats

Gary Moats

Dec 29, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Gary L. Moats, 59, died unexpectedly December 29, 2009. Mr. Moats was born in Akron and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls his entire life. He had worked as a rating clerk for Roadway Freight (Yellow Freight) and loved gardening, hiking, nature and traveling. Preceded in death by his brother, Terry and father, Carroll and he is survived by...

Elizabeth Baker

Elizabeth Baker

Dec 27, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Elizabeth "Betty" Baker, 92, passed away December 27, 2009. Mrs. Baker was born in Loudonville, OH and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls since 1935. She had worked with her husband for Baker Processing Equipment, was a member of the Pilgrim United Church of Christ, had volunteered with the Akron Symphony and was a member of Akron District Society...

Charles Matheny

Charles Matheny

Dec 27, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Charles J. Matheny, 79, passed away December 27, 2009. Mr. Matheny was born in Akron and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls his entire life. He retired in 1988 as a foreman with B. F. Goodrich with 38 years service, had served with the U. S. Army and loved dune buggies and motorcycles. He was preceded in death...

Ellen Ross

Ellen Ross

Dec 26, 2009

Cuyahoga Falls - Ellen R Ross Ellen R. (Mrs. Dwight) Ross died December 26, 2009 from kidney failure. She was 88. Mrs. Ross was born in Columbus, Ohio where she was graduated from Columbus North High School and The Ohio State University. Mrs. Ross married Dwight E. Ross in 1948. The couple and their two daughters moved to the Akron...

Patrick Kenna

Patrick Kenna

Dec 25, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Patrick J. Kenna 72 passed away December 25, 2009. Mr. Kenna was born in Akron and graduated from Akron Central High School. He retired from the United States Air Force after serving his country for 23 years in Korea and Vietnam. He then returned to Cuyahoga Falls and worked for H & M Metal Processing. He was...

Lois Carter

Lois Carter

Dec 17, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Lois M. Carter, 91, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2009, surrounded by her children. Born in Akron, she graduated from East High School and from Bankes Institute of Commerce, she also attended Kent State University and the University of Akron. She resided in Cuyahoga Falls from 1951to 2007, and spent her last few years at Haven Homes...

Ralph Sharpless

Ralph Sharpless

Dec 17, 2009

Beloved husband, father and grandfather R. Lewis Sharpless (Lou), 72 of Brimfield went peacefully with family by his side on Dec. 17th. Born January 2nd 1937 in Kitzmiiller, MD he moved to Akron and met the love of his life Mary Ann to begin their lives together. A devoted family man, he demonstrated dignity and honor in his daily work...

Margaret Wolf

Margaret Wolf

Dec 17, 2009

NORTH CANTON- Margaret "Peg" Wolf, 79 passed away December 17, 2009. Mrs. Wolf was born in Barberton and lived in Cuyahoga Falls for many years before moving to North Canton in 1988. She Graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School. She was a member of the Community Baptist Temple in Akron. She was an avid youth worker, Cub Scout den mother,...

A. Soos

A. Soos

Dec 16, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS -A. Eleanor Soos, 88, departed this life for her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 16th, 2009. She was born November 10th, 1921 to parents, Thomasino and Grace Dangelo. Eleanor grew up and attended school in Akron, eventually becoming an English teacher for both Tallmadge High School and The University of Akron. It is there that she would meet...

Marguerite Feathers

Marguerite Feathers

Dec 16, 2009

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Marguerite "Peg" Feathers, 93, went to be with her Lord December 16, 2009. Mrs. Feathers was born in Akron, Ohio and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls for over 75 years. She had worked for Vaughn Machine Company and the Akron Board of Education. She was a long time and active member of the United Presbyterian Church of...