Obituaries

Leora B. Long

Leora B. Long

Oct 15, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Leora (Lee) Long, who transitioned into the next phase of life on Oct. 15, 2022.  

Preceding and waiting for her are her husband Edward Long Sr., grandson Robert Faris and having lived 95 years on this earth numerous family and friends.

She is survived by children: Edward Long Jr.,...

Jacque J. Brittain, Sr.

Jacque J. Brittain, Sr.

Oct 13, 2022

Jacque J. Brittain, Sr., lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2022 at the age of 84. A proud graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, Jacque went on to honorably serve his country as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army. His professional career took many twists and turns between the years devoted to working with his...

Frankie Brooks

Frankie Brooks

Oct 12, 2022

Frankie Brooks, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022.  He graduated in 1984 from Cuyahoga Falls High School.  Frankie loved to fish and play the drums, and his favorite band was KISS.  He would help people if and when they needed it.

Frankie was preceded in death by his father, Jackie Brooks, and sister, Stacey Griffin.

He is survived...

Donald Stonestreet

Donald Stonestreet

Oct 9, 2022

Donald Stonestreet, 88, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 9, 2022.  Guests are welcome to visit with the family on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 11am-1pm at Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221.  

Lawrence  "Larry" McCoy

Lawrence "Larry" McCoy

Oct 6, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Lawrence “Larry” McCoy, 80, passed away October 6, 2022. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 48 years. Larry was a 1960 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School going on to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Ohio Bell/AT&T after over 30 years of service. Larry...

Edward B. Mino

Edward B. Mino

Oct 6, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Edward B. Mino, 60, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2022. Beloved husband of 36 years to Teri (nee Kirshner); loving father to Matthew (Danielle Dieterich) and Jami; treasured grandfather to Allison; cherished son of Edward F. and Mildred; and dear brother to Deborah and Lisa. His smile and sense of humor...

Donald R. Giovannini

Donald R. Giovannini

Oct 3, 2022

Donald R. Giovannini, 93, of the Akron area, passed away on October 3, 2022.  Donald was born in Akron, Ohio, son of the late Frederico and Angelina Giovannini.  He attended Jennings Jr. High and North High School.

He was preceded in death by siblings, Julia, Louis, Teresa, Joe, Dolores, and infant twins Diana and Donald.  He is survived by many...

Helen N. Stefanka

Helen N. Stefanka

Oct 2, 2022

Helen N. Stefanka, age 93, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away October 2, 2022.

 

She was preceded in death by husband Frank of 58 years, son-in-law John L. Doulilis and brother, Thomas A. Sawyer.

Survived by daughters Janice Doulilis, Jacquelyn Stefanka (Mike Hammer), sister-in-law Gail Sawyer, brothers-in-law Joseph (Verona) Stefanka and Steve Streharsky; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

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Ralph D. Laruccia

Ralph D. Laruccia

Oct 1, 2022

 

Silver Lake – Ralph D. Laruccia, 97, passed away on October 1, 2022. Born in Proctor, VT on February 23, 1925, to Dominick and Palmira Laruccia. Family moved to Queens, NY when Ralph was 2 years old. He grew up in Queens and went into the Army at 18 years of age in 1943. Served in European Theatre and...

Richard Gene Bye, Jr.

Richard Gene Bye, Jr.

Sep 30, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS, -Richard Gene Bye Jr. passed away on September 30, 2022, after an extended illness. He was born on September 11, 1956, in Akron, Ohio to the late Richard and Betty Bye Sr.  He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1974. He was employed with Acme for many years. Richard enjoyed watching Cleveland sports. He loved spending time...

Toni Lee Rininger

Toni Lee Rininger

Sep 25, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Toni Lee Rininger, 95, passed away September 25, 2022. She was born in Buffalo, NY to the late Earl and Flora Brownscombe and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 68 years. Toni retired from Lawson Milk Co. after 30 years of service. She was an avid crocheter and enjoyed all crafts. Toni and Duke loved dancing and...

Margaret E. Arthurs

Margaret E. Arthurs

Sep 25, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Margaret E. Arthurs, 91, passed away on September 25, 2022. She was born on August 19, 1931, to the late William and Lillian Ezell. Margaret was very devoted in her career as a teacher and to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Tallmadge.

Margaret is preceded by her husband Robert W. Arthurs.

Margaret will...

Susan Jane Miller

Susan Jane Miller

Sep 23, 2022

Susan Jane Miller, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away suddenly on September 23, 2022, at the age of 82.  Susan was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 29, 1939, daughter of the late Walter and Ann Purdy.  She relocated to Cuyahoga Falls in 1964 following her husband’s military service and dedicated her time to caring for her family...

John Caporlett

John Caporlett

Sep 22, 2022

John Caporlett, 70, of Akron, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on September 22, 2022.  John was born in Akron on March 13, 1952, son of the late Jules and Matilda (Ley) Caporlett.  He was a 1971 graduate of Ellet High School and went on to become a skilled Electrician, spending 25 years working at Akron City...

Viola Miller

Viola Miller

Sep 17, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls - Viola Miller, 95, passed away September 17, 2022.

Mrs. Miller was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania and graduated from East High School.  She retired as a Bookkeeper at Miller Transfer Trucking of Cuyahoga Falls.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bevan, and her son, Dana.  Viola will be dearly missed by her daughter, Diane...

Betty Jane Forshey

Betty Jane Forshey

Sep 16, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Betty Jane Forshey, 87, passed away September 16, 2022. She was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1954. Betty retired from Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital after 35 years of service. She was an avid baker and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents, Samuel...

Marcia Ellen Miller

Marcia Ellen Miller

Sep 10, 2022

Marcia Ellen Miller, 89, born September 23, 1932 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

daughter of Frederick Christian Wittibslager and Marjorie Mae Wittibslager

passed away on September 10, 2022.

 

Marcia graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High in June 1950. Marcia worked at

various secretarial jobs after graduation, including: B.F. Goodrich, Akron Board of Education, and Cuyahoga Falls Electric Company. Marcia went on...

Robert John Wisard

Robert John Wisard

Sep 7, 2022

Akron- Robert John Wisard, 58, passed away September 7, 2022. He was born in Akron to E. Robert Wisard and Sandra Fox. Bob was a 1982 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School going on to earn a B.A.  in Industrial Engineering Technology from Kent State University. He worked as an estimating manager for Great Lakes Integrated, Printing Concepts and was...

Louise Seikel

Louise Seikel

Aug 30, 2022

Tallmadge- Louise Seikel (nee Bertsch), 86, passed away peacefully at her residence with her family by her side. Louise was born in Akron and resided in Tallmadge for the past 17 years and in Cuyahoga Falls for 49 years. She was a very active member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and School. Louise worked as a secretary at IHM...

Constance "Connie" Louise Grosso

Constance "Connie" Louise Grosso

Aug 30, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls-Constance “Connie” Louise (Carter) Grosso, 78, passed away August 30, 2022 with her children by her side. Connie was born in Akron, Ohio on March 20, 1944. Connie was known for her big heart, tremendous generosity and her ability to make others laugh. All who knew her described her as the most sweet but sassy lady. 

She was...

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