Obituaries

Sep 19, 2021

Darryl L. Krakora, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 19, 2021.  Darryl was born on September 20, 1953 in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Ralph and Ruth (Scibbe) Krakora.  He was raised in Streetsboro, Ohio, and graduated from Streetsboro High School, class of 1971.  He was very active on the high school football team, and...

Sep 19, 2021

Dr. Harry Shullo, 89, passed away on September 19, 2021.  He was born in Akron, the youngest son of the late Harry and Mary Shullo.  Dr. Shullo lived in the Akron area all his life and currently resided in Silver Lake.  Dr. Shullo lost his sight as a teenager, in an era where opportunities for a blind person did...

Sep 17, 2021

Howard L. Spicer Jr., 63, passed away September 17th, 2021.

He was born in Akron and resided in Stow for the past 37 years. Howard served his country for 4 years active duty in the U.S. Army followed by many years as a U.S. Army Reservist, in addition to working full time for Summit County Engineers as...

Sep 17, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Michael R. French, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away September 17, 2021. Due to complications from COPD. Michael loved to golf; he got a hole in one at Valley View Golf course. Debbie will miss him greatly, especially their trips and making memories together.

Preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Stella...

Sep 15, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Penny (Philen) Durastanti, 72, passed away September 15,2021. Let’s Celebrate Penny! On September 26, 2021 from 12pm-4pm, at the Munroe Falls Metro Park, Shady Beach Shelter, 521 South River Road, Munroe Falls, OH 44262.

Sep 15, 2021

ATWATER - James Charles Heaton, 51, passed away September 15, 2021.

Preceded in death by his grandparents, John B. and Mary A. Sporer; father, Earl D; he is survived by his mother, Nancy; daughters, Tara and Amanda Heaton; grandchildren, Tye and Eliza; siblings, Lynn, Jenny (Ian), John (Mary Ann), Thomas (Cheryl), Tim and Mary (Shawn); Special aunt...

Sep 15, 2021

Mary C. (Lentini) Asente, age 96, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2021, surrounded by loving family. She was a resident at Continuing Healthcare of Cuyahoga Falls nursing home. The family would like to thank the staff there for caring for our mother. Special thanks also to Crossroads Hospice for their loving care and concern.

Mary was...

Sep 14, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Lois (Appleman) Koplin, 90, passed away September 14, 2021. She was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls Resident. Lois was extremely energetic and positive person who was endeared by many in the community.

Preceded in death by her husband, Dale Koplin in 1987; brothers, Richard, Robert and Thomas Appleman; great-grandson, Ryan Bauer; she is survived by...

Sep 13, 2021

Ardine "Deane" M. Hausch, of the Portage Lakes area, 84, passed away September 13, 2021.  Deane was born on August 10, 1937 in Medina, OH to Joseph and Gaynelle Demeter.

Deane was a member of the ladies auxiliary of the Turkeyfoot Sportsman Club, and enjoyed spending time with family.

She is preceded in death by...

Sep 8, 2021

"A beautiful life that came

to an end, he died as he

lived, everyone's friend.

In our hearts a memory will

always be kept, of one we

loved, and will never forget."

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Clifford-Shoemaker...

Sep 7, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Rosalie B. (Takach) Kubus, 95, of New Middletown, OH peacefully passed on September 7, 2021. She was born August 31, 1926, in New Springfield, OH to parents, Frank and Mary (Toth) Takach. Rosalie was the youngest and the last of nine siblings. She was a 1944 graduate of New Springfield High School going on to work...

Sep 6, 2021

Charles (Chip) F. Pulley, Jr., 59, passed away on September 6, 2021.

Chip was born on February 3, 1962 and was a life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and retired from Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems. Chip enjoyed playing and watching sports and he greeted everyone with a smile.

He...

Sep 5, 2021

Cuyahoga Falls - Corinne Rey, “Corky” 94, passed away September 5, 2021.  She loved spending time with family and friends, seeing live entertainment, going to the casino, playing cards with the poker club, and shopping.

Preceded in death by her husband, Nuff; she is survived by children, James (Marcia) Rey and Carole (Tim) Weber; grandchildren, Jim and...

Sep 5, 2021

Douglas Mate, 58, of Cuyahoga Falls, died unexpectedly September 5, 2021, at Midvale Speedway. Doug was born in Akron to Pete and Virginia Mate and was a life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls.

Doug’s passion for racing started when he was 16 and never diminished. He loved building and driving race cars and was well-known at all the...

Sep 2, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Thomas Humm Appleman, 99, passed away September 2, 2021. He was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Tom was a WWII veteran serving his country in the U.S. Army going on to retire from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1984.

Preceded in death by his brothers, Richard and Robert; he is survived by his...

Aug 30, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Ruth Ann Clements (Kosicky), 81, passed away August 30, 2021. She was born in Cleveland and resided in Fairview Park. Her adventurous spirit and joyful smile will be missed by all who knew her. Ruth worked in the Cleveland area real estate and title business for over 50 years. She started her long career as a...

Aug 30, 2021

Marian (Betty) E. McCullough entered glory August 30, 2021. Born April 25, 1927, she resided in Cuyahoga Falls for over 40 yrs before moving to be with her family. She was a Certified Nurse’s Aide for Green Cross Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls for 28 yrs. She was a member of the VFW and the Eagles since 1948.  She also...

Aug 27, 2021

Passed in comfort and peace…. Jessica Virginia Kisner, March 04, 1980-Friday, Aug 27, 2021.

Jessica grew up in Akron and spent her last years in Uniontown. Her joy was found in the relationships she treasured. Jessica didn’t just love, she loved with depth and honor. She didn’t just build friendships, she created lifelong bonds. Jessica played mom,...

Aug 26, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – On August 26, 2021, Dolores “Dee” Ferguson was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior. There to greet her were her parents, August and Leona Wilson; brother, Earl; husband, Edward and children, Edward Scott and Kathy.

She is survived by daughters, Lynn Dutt, Sue (Steve) Kerkez, Diane (John) Burton, and daughter-in-law, Teresa...

Aug 24, 2021

George "Skip" William Ellinger, 78, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2021 at his longtime Cuyahoga Falls residence surrounded by family and friends. George was born on July 9, 1943 in Akron, Ohio, one of three children of William and Agnes (Madelyn) Ellinger. He belonged to the United Steelworkers (Rubber Workers), and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber with...