Obituaries

Edna M. Truby

Edna M. Truby

May 5, 2022

Edna M. Truby, age 100, passed away May 5, 2022, at the Danbury in Tallmadge. Born in Elyria, Ohio to the late Henry and Agnes Townsend, she graduated from Elyria High School in 1939. She later served in the Waves in World War II, stationed in Jacksonville, Florida where she met her future husband, Elmer “Jim” Truby, a Navy pilot....

Donald L. Grunenberg

Donald L. Grunenberg

Apr 29, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Donald Grunenberg, 85, passed away on April 29, 2022. Don was born on June 9, 1936 in Oak Hill, WV to the late Anton and Sally Grunenberg. Don attended Collins High School in Oak Hill, WV. He went on to serve in the United States Airforce from 1954 to 1958. Don was stationed at Dow Airforce Base in...

Russell L. Brokaw

Russell L. Brokaw

Apr 28, 2022

Russell L. Brokaw, age 80 of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on April 28th 2022. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.  Russell was born in Bellville, Ohio on a farm where he grew up.  After graduating from high school, Mr. Brokaw served in the U.S. Army, and was stationed at the White House during the Kennedy administration...

Richard P. Brenneman

Richard P. Brenneman

Apr 28, 2022

Woodstock, GA- Richard P. Brenneman, 71, passed away April 28, 2022.  

 

He is survived by his daughter, Heather Brenneman; 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

 

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. To send condolences or sign the guest book visit www.cliffordshoemaker.com

Bernice Vilk

Bernice Vilk

Apr 27, 2022

Our Mom is dancing in heaven now.

 

Bernice Vilk was born to Steve and Mary Marva in Shoaf, Pennsylvania. She was one of twelve children. She married Ted Vilk in 1956, and together they raised a family in Ohio. Ted and Bernice were married for 66 happy years.

 

Mom enjoyed polka music, Elvis Presley and Neal Diamond. She...

Christine "Chris" McHugh

Christine "Chris" McHugh

Apr 26, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Christine “Chris” McHugh, 69, passed away April 26, 2022 after a short battle with brain cancer. She was born in Akron August 8, 1952 to the late Louis A. and Elinor Dirker and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 35 years. Chris grew up in Tallmadge graduating from St. Mary Catholic School, going on to attend the...

Robert  William  Heydorn

Robert William Heydorn

Apr 19, 2022

 

Robert William Heydorn

“A Life Well Lived”.  Bob was born on August 26, 1946 to parents William P. Heydorn and Elsie (Hnida) Heydorn and passed away after a brief illness on April 19, 2022.  He is survived by his beloved wife Louise (Scheck) Heydorn, Daughter Kathleen O’Dell, (Molly), grandchildren Mika and Kai Takahashi, of Waimanalo, Hawaii, Daughter Christine Benson...

Roger "Tom" Kilbourne

Roger "Tom" Kilbourne

Apr 18, 2022

 

Cuyahoga Falls- Roger “Tom” Kilbourne, 75, passed away April 18, 2022. He retired from Chrysler Corporation in Twinsburg in 2006.

He is survived by his daughter, Jody Lund-Gregorio; and grandchildren, Tyler and Mariah Rice.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday April 21, 2022 at the Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home 1930 Front St. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. A...

Elaine E. Gruszewski

Elaine E. Gruszewski

Apr 17, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Elaine E. Gruszewski, 79, passed away April 17, 2022.

 

She was born in Cleveland, OH to the late John and Esther Cervenka and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 8 years. Elaine was a loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

 

She was loved by all and will be deeply missed.

 

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Raymond R. Szerensci

Raymond R. Szerensci

Apr 15, 2022

Raymond R. Szerensci, known to many as "Bunny" and "Ski", 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 15, 2022.  Raymond was born on November 23, 1943, in Grays Landing, PA.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having honorably served as a radio repair operator.  He retired from Ford Motor Company, Walton Hills plant with 42 years of service.

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Terry Nelson

Terry Nelson

Apr 14, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Terry Nelson, 73, passed away April 14, 2022. He grew up in Tallmadge and was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Terry had a very active social life and was a member of the American Legion Post 281, the Cuyahoga Falls Moose, VFW and the Eagles. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and fishing.

 

Preceded in death by his parents,...

Robert "Bob" C. Hastings

Robert "Bob" C. Hastings

Apr 13, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Robert “Bob” C. Hastings, 83, passed away April 13, 2022. He was born Akron, grew up in Greensburg and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for over 50 years. Bob served his country in the U.S. Army going on to retire from Western Southern after 30 years of service.

 

Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Helen Hastings,...

Mary Ann Bower

Mary Ann Bower

Apr 13, 2022

Tallmadge - Mary Ann Bower, 71, went home to be with the Lord on April 13, 2022. She was born in Akron, OH on November 9, 1950, to John and Mary McKoski. She was a lifelong member of Blessed Trinity (St. Martha) Catholic Church in Akron.

Mary Ann was a caregiver and dedicated her life to taking care of her...

Dorothy Ann Duplaga

Dorothy Ann Duplaga

Apr 12, 2022

Dorothy Ann Duplaga, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, born September 26, 1923, passed away peacefully in Clermont, FL on April 12, 2022. Originally from Reedsburg, WI, Dorothy Ann lived in Ohio for 75 years before relocating recently to Florida.  She was an 80-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, serving as Worthy Matron of Falls Chapter #245 and as...

Gloria Jean Dawson

Gloria Jean Dawson

Apr 10, 2022

The Lord Jesus gently called Gloria Jean Dawson home to his side on Sunday, April 10th as she was sleeping. She will join her father, mother and all the loved ones gone before.  Everyone that met or knew Gloria marveled at her courage, positive attitude, and confidence that drove her energy, passion for her family, her work, and love for...

Suzanne M. Pascher-Curry

Suzanne M. Pascher-Curry

Apr 9, 2022

Suzanne M. Pascher-Curry, of Barberton, passed away April 9, 2022 at the age of 68.

Suzanne was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Celia Pascher; siblings, Richard A. Pasher, and Judith (Robert) Spring, and first husband, Gary Zoltai.

She is survived by sister-in-law, Dottie Pasher; nephews, Gregory (Christine Gongos) Pasher and their son, Will, and Mark (James Hekman)...

Gretchen E. Hazle

Gretchen E. Hazle

Apr 7, 2022

Gretchen E. Hazle, born February 4, 1952, to Edward and Iva Hazle of Cuyahoga Falls Ohio, passed away peacefully April 7, 2022.

She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High, attended Kent State University for 2 years and graduated from St. Thomas School of Nursing as a registered nurse. She worked in various departments at St. Thomas Hospital leaving there as the...

Peter Henry Lisius

Peter Henry Lisius

Apr 5, 2022

Peter Henry Lisius, age 46, passed away on April 5, 2022.  He is survived by: parents, Carl and Charlotte Lisius of Oak Forest, Illinois; brother, Philip, and his sister-in-law, Jill, of Arlington Heights, Illinois; and nephews, Derek, Brenden and Caleb Lisius. Peter was born on October 17, 1975 and received the blessings of Christian Baptism one month later.  He was confirmed...

James C. Spahn

James C. Spahn

Apr 2, 2022

James (Jim) C. Spahn, 72, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 2, 2022.  He was born on July 14, 1949 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Thomas and Margaret (Finney) Spahn. He grew up as a mischievous child in Niles, Ohio and told the best childhood stories. He took great pride in being a previous Reconnaissance Marine but an unfortunate...

Kenneth Lee Vanderbush

Kenneth Lee Vanderbush

Apr 2, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Kenneth Lee Vanderbush, age 79, son of Fred and Cora Vanderbush of Follansbee, WV entered his heavenly home on April 2, 2022. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Ferrnal, Fred Jr. and Charles. He also lost his wife Sandra Gwinn Vanderbush in 1995 due to an auto accident.

He left behind his beloved wife, Ann Nelson...

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