Obituaries

Nov 24, 2019

Marilyn E. Lilley, 94, passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 24, 2019.

Marilyn was born in Canton, OH, on November 8, 1925, the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Cordray.

Marilyn moved from Canton to Cuyahoga Falls in 1955 and was a Teacher at Middlebranch High School and Bolich Middle...

Nov 21, 2019

STOW-Glenn F. Seaver, 87, passed away November 21, 2019.

He grew up on farms in Tallmadge, then moved to Cuyahoga Falls when he married Marilyn Elaine Balcom. Together, they raised their two kids, Cindy and Scott, and have resided in Stow for the last 48 years.

Preceded in death by his brother, Jim November 8,...

Nov 17, 2019

Richard S. Ettinger, Sr.  "Dick" 92, formerly of Chagrin Falls and most recently a 15 year resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2019.

Dick was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served during the Korean War.  He went on to work in the Lab at Chase Bag Co./Ivex for over...

Nov 15, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Lenora H. Luginbill, 94, passed away November 15, 2019.

She was born in Akron on August 5, 1925 to William and Nellie Hartney and was a life-long Cuyahoga Falls resident. Lenora served as an usher at the Stan Hywet, Civic Theatre, E.J. Thomas Hall, the Rubber Ducks and was a member of the Cuyahoga...

Nov 15, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Donald Riney of Cuyahoga Falls passed away November 15, 2019 at the age of 78. Don was well known in the auto parts business where he spent the past 30 years selling and delivering auto parts in the Akron-Cuyahoga Falls area, retiring from Federated Auto Parts. He was an avid Car Calendar collector and took a...

Nov 10, 2019

Francis William Martz, "Bill," 80, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 10, 2019.

Bill was born in Akron, OH on March 1, 1939, son of the late Charles and Margaret Jane Martz. He was a 1957 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. Bill was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, and he also spent...

Nov 9, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – George E. “Bud” Jenkins, 88, passed away Saturday November 9, 2019.

He was born in Alliance, OH and attended Ohio State University, going on to earn a BA in industrial engineering from Kent State University. Bud served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard and retired from Atlas Fluid Components with 25 years of...

Nov 8, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Dorothy L. Hardman-Kirkpatrick (Gibson), 92, passed away November 8, 2019. She was born in Akron, grew up in Bolivar, PA and enjoyed living in Akron, OH, Chicago Heights, IL and Traverse City, MI before moving back to Cuyahoga Falls, OH in her later years.

Dorothy was so full of life and love. She could...

Nov 5, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Stephen Rilling, III (aka The Captain) has sailed away to fair winds and calm seas leaving behind his First Mate and loving wife, Jeanie. His Deck Hands made up of his three sons, Corey (Sarah), Scott and Todd (Mandy), grandchildren, Brayden and Payton. His Land Rats consisted of his sister, Chris, his nieces, Emily and Liz...

Oct 31, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Clarence N. Anderson, 88, passed away October 31, 2019.

He was born in Parkersburg, WV and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 43 years. Clarence was an avid oil painter, who also enjoyed playing guitar and bird watching.

Preceded in death by his wife, Eula Marie; and 7 siblings; he is...

Oct 31, 2019

Cuyahoga Falls-James A. Wilkinson, 77, went home to be with the Lord on October 31, 2019.

Jim worked for the City of Cuyahoga Falls for over 30 years. He attended Chapel of Prayer.

He was preceded in death by his son Ross Allen Wilkinson and brothers, Jerry, Chuck, and Thurman. He is survived by his...

Oct 29, 2019

Paul R. Henry, Sr., 84, passed away on October 29, 2019.  Paul was born in Morgantown, WV, and resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life.  He was a member of the Laborers Union 894, and First United Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, David Gilbert and Madelene (Hacker) Henry;...

Oct 26, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – John Tighe 99, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019.

A lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Jack was a man of pride and strength.  He worked 40 years at Akromold Inc., beginning by driving truck and retiring as Foreman.  Jack had a strong work ethic, never asking anyone to do what...

Oct 26, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Harley P. Weyand Jr., 86, passed away October 26, 2019. He was a lifelong area resident, graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in June 1951. Harley spent 40 years working for Firestone, representing the company around the world. He enjoyed skydiving, racing sports cars at Mid-Ohio, classical music and theatre.

Preceded in death by...

Oct 21, 2019

Mary Florence Marko (Pantea) 96, passed away in the early morning hours of October 21. 2019.

Her goal was to live to be one hundred and until recently it appeared that she was going to accomplish that goal. Born on February 17, 1923, in her family home, at 453 Adkins Avenue, Akron, she was the first of...

Oct 20, 2019

AKRON - Bradley William Noonan born October 22, 1972 went to be with the Lord October 20, 2019.

Brad was a loving, big hearted son. He battled addiction and mental health issues for years and is finally at peace. Brad was a very hard worker and loved helping others. He had a great sense of humor and...

Oct 19, 2019

STOW, OH - Glenna D. Heyl, 99, passed away October 19, 2019.

She was born in Horning, PA and resided most of her life in Murrysville, PA. Glenna was very active in the Murrysville Women's Club and the First United Methodist Church of Murrysville.

Preceded in death by her husband, Matthew "Bud"; sisters, Minerva, Violet,...

Oct 18, 2019

After gracefully fighting cancer, Mary, 54, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 18, 2019.

Mary was a lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls and a 1983 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. She attended the University of Akron where she earned her Bachelor's in Accounting. Mary worked for the F.W. Albrecht Grocery Company for 14...

Oct 18, 2019

SILVER LAKE - Janice Lynn Molnar (nee Buehrle), 72, passed away October 18, 2019.

She was born in Cuyahoga Falls and resided in Silver Lake for the past 12 years. Janice was a 1964 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School going on to graduate from Hammel Business School. She worked for Roadway Express and various nursing agencies....

Oct 13, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Kathleen J. Berg, 79, passed away October 13, 2019 after a very courageous 10-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was born in Akron to the late Carl and Eva Fuchs. Kathleen retired as a teacher from Akron Public Schools. She was active with social justice issues and causes and had a passion for yoga,...