Obituaries

James "Sonny" J. Fanelly

James "Sonny" J. Fanelly

Feb 21, 2022

James "Sonny" Fanelly was born August 18, 1934 to James and Jane Fanelly.  He passed away peacefully on Monday, February 21, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.

 

Sonny attended North High School where he excelled in track and field and held the pole vault record for many years.  He met his wife Shirley while they were both juniors...

Joseph  Albert House Sr.

Joseph Albert House Sr.

Feb 20, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Joseph A. House Sr., 89, went home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2022. Joseph was born on July 12, 1932, to the late Joseph G. and Ruth House.  Joseph served as principal of Redeemer Lutheran School for 31 years. He was also a long-time member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Joseph was involved in many civic...

Amity "Amie" Poole

Amity "Amie" Poole

Feb 20, 2022

Amity Lynn Poole, age 45, of Barberton, passed away on February 20, 2022. Amie spent much of her life residing in Barberton with her lifelong partner of 27 years, Jose Rodriguez. Amie devoted her life to her family including her two sons, Alex Najar and Manny Rodriguez. Amie could often be found supporting her sons at sporting events when they...

Glenwood "Glen" Chester Witsaman Jr.

Glenwood "Glen" Chester Witsaman Jr.

Feb 18, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Glenwood C. Witsaman Jr. passed away February 18, 2022 at the Arbors of Stow after several years of declining health.

Born in Akron on October, 15 1930 and living in the Akron area his entire life, Glen graduated from Central High School in 1949.  During his school years he ran track, was a pole vaulter, and played football...

Frederick Ralph Booth

Frederick Ralph Booth

Feb 17, 2022

Frederick Ralph Booth, sweet and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, died on February 17, 2022.

He wore the very best smile, did so many things for others, and loved his family fiercely. Well known amongst those who knew him best was his ability to take any opportunity to dote on his family (particularly his daughters). Even though it...

Werner O. Wolff

Werner O. Wolff

Feb 17, 2022

Formally of Monroe Falls- Werner Otto Wolff, 91, passed away February 17, 2022. Born December 24, 1930, in Hessen, Germany, he was the son of Erwin and Emma Wolff and grew up in Germany.

 

Werner departed Germany at the age of 21, Where he was studying to become a Locomotive engineer, but the program was cancelled at the end...

Marjorie Ann Hess

Marjorie Ann Hess

Feb 16, 2022

Marjorie Ann Hess, 72, life-long area resident, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2022.  Marge was born on October 8, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to Alfred and Evelyn Neusser, both deceased.  She retired from the U.S. Department of Defense as a Financial Analyst with many years of service. Marge was an avid gardener, collector of cats, Donald Duck items, and...

Margaret Jean Marino

Margaret Jean Marino

Feb 13, 2022

Margaret Jean Marino, long-time resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at the age of 88.  Margaret was born on September 22, 1933 in Philippi, West Virginia, daughter of the late Benton and Ruth (Moore) Lantz.  She was a graduate of Central High School and devoted her time to raising her 5 boys.  Margaret enjoyed the...

La Donna  I Serian

La Donna I Serian

Feb 11, 2022

LaDonna I. Serian passed peacefully to heaven on 2/11/22. She was 97 years old. She was predeceased by husband Louis O. Serian in 1990.

 

LaDonna was the best Mom, Grandma and GG. She was the rock of our family. She was always available with her love and devotion. She loved to cook, and we could always depend on the...

Josephine Robinson

Josephine Robinson

Feb 11, 2022

Akron –Josephine Robinson was born on December 12th, 1932, to the late James and Eleanor Spadaro in Mount Hope, West Virginia. Her passing into heaven occurred on February 11th, 2022. She leaves behind her loving Husband Earl, Daughter Rebecca & Son-in-law Danny McCann of Las Vegas, Nevada.  Granddaughter Sandy Mauro with Great Grandson Austin & Great Granddaughter Sophia of Lake...

Vicki Lee Coldwell

Vicki Lee Coldwell

Feb 10, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Vicki Lee (Eakin) Coldwell passed away on February 10th, after an extended illness.

 

The beloved second daughter of William and Nancy Eakin (deceased), she had a sharp mind and sensitive soul from a young age.

 

She was a sister, aunt, and friend. Her most treasured title was Mom to Vanessa and Samantha. While she had...

Wanda J. Quick

Wanda J. Quick

Feb 7, 2022

COPLEY - Wanda J. Quick, passed away February 7, 2022. She was born in Akron, OH and resided in Copley. Wanda worked many years as an Avon salesperson and later worked as a medical records clerk for Akron Children's Hospital. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, fishing and spending time with her greatgrandchildren. Wanda was a very caring person that...

Robert Lee Ryan

Robert Lee Ryan

Feb 7, 2022

Stow – Robert Ryan, 93, passed away on February 7, 2022. He was the son of the late Willard and Mary Ryan, and was born on November 23, 1928, in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Robert served in the Navy from 1948 to 1952.  Robert was married to the love of his life Barbara for 64 years. Robert worked at the city...

Ralph Norman Hazelton

Ralph Norman Hazelton

Feb 3, 2022

Ralph Norman Hazelton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 3, 2022 at the age of 90.  He was born on September 16, 1931 in La Jose, PA and served in the Korean War.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and siblings.

He will be dearly missed by his daughter Patricia (Donald)...

George F. Attalla

George F. Attalla

Feb 3, 2022

George F. Attalla, 93, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away February 3, 2022.  George was born on July 28, 1928 in Lebanon, son of the late Farris and Ida Attalla.  He is survived by his sister, Violet Valentine of Arizona, 2 nephews and 4 nieces.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022 from 10-11 am with a funeral service...

Paul Arthur Foster, Jr.

Paul Arthur Foster, Jr.

Jan 30, 2022

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Paul Arthur Foster Jr.,  85, passed away January 30, 2022. He was born in Canton and resided in Cuyahoga Falls. Paul graduated from both Kent State and Michigan State Universities. He worked for Babcock and Wilcox retiring after 22 years of service. Paul enjoyed train watching and biking. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Marion;...

Violet  Ruth Guinn

Violet Ruth Guinn

Jan 29, 2022

STOW-Violet Ruth Guinn, 92, went to be with the Lord January 29, 2022. Born in Akron, a life-long resident of the Stow area. She graduated Class of 1947 from Cuyahoga Falls High School.

Her life was a living example of one of her favorite bible verses, Ephesians 4:32: "Be kind, tender-hearted and forgiving to each other, just as God also...

Laura Pilar Andrade

Laura Pilar Andrade

Jan 25, 2022

Laura Pilar Andrade of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, age 50, passed away on January 25th, 2022. 

She is survived by her son, Gabriel Andrade, her daughter, Nuria Ahmad, her sister, Maria Andrade, and her stepfather, Michael Waldbillig (in addition to several beloved cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.) 

Laura was born on a beautiful March day in Galesburg, IL. Growing up, she...

Kenneth L. Goldinger

Kenneth L. Goldinger

Jan 23, 2022

AKRON – Kenneth L. Goldinger Jr, age 86, of Akron, passed away on January 23rd, 2022. Ken was born in East Butler, Pennsylvania but was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, working at Lawsons for many years. He was a United States Navy veteran and served in the Korean War.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Nancy...

Janet Lee Wade

Janet Lee Wade

Jan 23, 2022

Olmsted FALLS – Janet Wade, 69, went home to be with the Lord on January 23, 2022, due to complications from pneumonia. She was the daughter of the late Robert Paul and Alice Lorraine Wade, and was born on October 1, 1952, in Akron, Ohio. Janet graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1970. In 1985, Janet was in a...

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