Obituaries

Christina Ellie Rodites

Christina Ellie Rodites

Jun 8, 2022

Christina Ellie Rodites, 67, of Cuyahoga Falls, a prayer warrior went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 8, 2022.  Christina was born in Akron, Ohio on September 24, 1954; daughter of the late Harry N. and Maria (Anthemiadis) Rodites. 

 

Christina was a member of the Cuyahoga Chapel Church of God, and was best known for...

David Allen Roller

David Allen Roller

May 27, 2022

David Allen Roller, 75, of Randolph, passed away on May 27, 2022.  He was born on April 24, 1947 in Ashland, Ohio.  Following high school, David joined the Army and went on to serve in the Vietnam War.  He retired from General Motors in 2001 with 31 years of service.  He was also a Native American of the Lenape Tribe....

John T.  Hagy, Jr. "AA8QV"

John T. Hagy, Jr. "AA8QV"

May 25, 2022

John T. Hagy, Jr. “AA8QV”, age 72, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly May 25, 2022, at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was attending the Dayton Hamvention, a celebration of amateur radio and a delight for him each year.

 

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late John T. and Anne Fair Hagy. He was preceded...

James M. Hamill

James M. Hamill

May 25, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - James M. Hamill, 71, passed away in the early morning hours on May 25, 2022 following a long illness.

     Jim was born in Akron, Ohio on January 18, 1951 and was so fortunate to be adopted by Jim and Donna Hamill.  He grew up in Silver Lake, along with his sister Christy.  He met life-long...

Sally M. Wood

Sally M. Wood

May 25, 2022

Sally M. Wood, 87, passed away May 25, 2022. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

 

Sally was preceded in death by her parents, George and Virginia Carey; husband, Clifford Wood; daughter, Janet McGuinness, and step-daughter, Michelle Bowser.

 

She is survived by her...

Margaret Marcine Krumeich

Margaret Marcine Krumeich

May 14, 2022

AKRON- Margaret Marcine (Drown) Krumeich, March 11, 1932 to May 14, 2022.

Born 4th of 6 children to Velma and George Drown. Married to Thomas Krumeich. All of whom preceded her in death.

 

She leaves behind 3 children, 2 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.  

 

She loved gardening, playing volleyball and watching football on...

William "Bill" Nay

William "Bill" Nay

May 14, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- William “Bill” Nay finished his battle with cancer on May 14, 2022. He was born to Maxine and Marshall Nay on November 24, 1956. He was an avid sportsman and loved hunting and fishing. He was a proud to be a member of the Eagles 2207 Family.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Tina; His daughter,...

Terry Lynn Kelley

Terry Lynn Kelley

May 14, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Terry Lynn Kelley (Troxell), 67, born January 5th 1955 took the hand of our Lord on Saturday May 14th, 2022.

 

Terry Lynn , “Ter-Bear,” Ter-ma, Matriarch and caretaker of the Troxell-Kelley clans, will be missed beyond what words can capably describe.

 

Terry leaves to this earth the love of her life, husband and best friend, retired...

Larry  J. Hoffman

Larry J. Hoffman

May 13, 2022

Akron- Larry Hoffman, 75, left us suddenly on May 13, 2022. He enjoyed spending time fishing with his buddies, going to the casino with his wife and daughter. Most of all he loved his family. All who knew Larry knew how much he hated Jo-Jo’s.

 

Larry is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; He is survived by his...

Lisabeth Anne Dayton

Lisabeth Anne Dayton

May 13, 2022

Lisabeth A. Dayton, 41, of Canton, passed away May 13, 2022.  She was born on April 17, 1981 in San Francisco, California.  Lisabeth was a wonderful chef who had a big heart.  She was beautifully strong and independent, and went out of her way to care for others.

She will be dearly missed by her children, Aniyah (Torrin) and Diante...

La Von Beth Scott Wankum

La Von Beth Scott Wankum

May 12, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- La Von Beth Scott Wankum departed for eternity on May 12, 2022.  She was born April 22, 1933, the third of three daughters of Robert Dudley and Sophie Emma Lau Scott of Melrose, Wisconsin. She graduated with the class of 1951 of Melrose High School. To earn tuition for college, she worked summers and after classes as a...

Jerry A. Kerr

Jerry A. Kerr

May 12, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Jerry A. Kerr, 90, passed away on May 12th from dementia related complications.

A nearly life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Jerry graduated from Falls High in January 1951. He was a regular attendee of the JBI's monthly breakfasts.  

Jerry served in the Navy during the Korean War. He then enlisted for less hazardous duty with the US Postal...

Robert  R. Ritchie

Robert R. Ritchie

May 8, 2022

Cuyahoga Falls- Robert R. Ritchie, 79, passed away on May 8, 2022. He was born in Ravenna, OH, to the late Frank and Olive Ritchie. Robert cared about his community serving in the Army National Guard and as an Akron Police Officer from 1968 to 1987. He was also a past-president of the Ohio Crime Prevention Association. He also ran...

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...

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

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...

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...

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