Obituaries

Feb 2, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Robert Persinger, 61, passed away suddenly on February 2, 2020.

He was born in Ashtabula to late S.W. and Libby Persinger and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 27 years. Robert was a 1977 graduate of Ashtabula High School going on to attend Kent State University. He retired from ACS industries after 31...

Feb 2, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Jean Tittle Borda, 93, passed away February 2, 2020. She was born in Akron, relocated to Jackson, Michigan and New Albany, Indiana before settling in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio in 1955. She graduated from New Albany High School and attended Indiana University.

Jean worked for Ohio Bell and retired in 1982 as Assistant Commercial Manager....

Jan 31, 2020

Paul B. Makebakken, 75, of Tallmadge and formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2020.

In addition to his parents, Harold and Ruth Makebakken, Paul was preceded in death by his first wife, Jolene, and brother, Ronald.

He is survived by his wife, Carole; sons, Scott (Kathy) and Michael (Diane) Makebakken; grandchildren,...

Jan 25, 2020

CANAL FULTON- Sandra J. Ley, 67, passed away January 25, 2020.

She was born in Massillon, OH to the late Harry and Martha Joann Bucher. Sandra retired from Chase Bank after 26 years of service. She loved spending time with her family and grandkids, attending their sporting events, dancing, family trips and relaxing on the beach.

Jan 25, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Irene Nitzsche, 88, passed away January 25, 2020.

Irene was a life resident of Cuyahoga Falls. Mom was the Christian foundation of our family and has gone home to be with the Lord. She was compassionate in providing the comfort and needs of others. She was known as the "Angel Lady" at the Quirk...

Jan 25, 2020

Keary "Bill" W. Crim, passed away January 25, 2020 surrounded by loving family.

Keary graduated from the University of Akron and earned a Masters at Case Western. Keary enjoyed being a Social Worker at Edwin Shaw for 25 years and after retirement he enjoyed working for Mature Services. Keary was an avid watercolor painter, golfer, and lover...

Jan 20, 2020

Floriana (Flo) Francis Hall was born in 1927, in Pittsburg, PA to Floriana and Francis Berdyck.  Her family moved to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio in 1941.  She attended Cuyahoga Falls High School where she wrote for the school newspaper, and graduated in 1945 as a Distinguished Graduate.  She also attended Akron University Business School and worked as a private secretary...

Jan 20, 2020

William F. Tompkin, 87, passed away at his residence September 27, 2020.

Bill was born in Cuyahoga Falls and was a lifetime resident and member of St. John's Episcopal Church. Bill began his career as a bricklayer, and had many jobs until he joined the Cuyahoga Falls Fire Department in 1962. He worked his way up to...

Jan 19, 2020

Jeffery A. Plymire was called home on Saturday, January 19, 2020.

Jeff was born on January 13, 1972, in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong resident. He was a beloved son, a proud father, a caring brother and uncle, a loyal father to his four-legged friends, a great coach, and a fierce friend. Known affectionately to some...

Jan 18, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Carole J. Andrea, 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2020. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 14, 1944, daughter of the late Donald and Alberta (Mays) Garey.

Carole worked at Alside for many years until her retirement in 2009. She enjoyed reading and loved spending time with her...

Jan 16, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Donna M. Petersen, 84, passed away January 16, 2020. She was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident.

Preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Eva Oblisk; husband, Howard R.; she is survived by her sons, Mark, Randy (Tammy) and Barry; grandchildren, Randy Lee Jr., Shiloh and Daniela and 5 great-grandchildren.

A funeral...

Jan 14, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Ellen Mary Stroup, 91, passed away January 14, 2020.

Ellen was born in Hammond, Indiana and lived in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life.

Ellen was preceded in death by her husbands, Joseph E. Stroup and Donald Krieger; daughter-in-law, Juliann; and grandson, Ryan. She is survived by her children, Jay Stroup, Jill...

Jan 12, 2020

AKRON - Dianne J. Toke, 73, passed away January 12, 2020. She was born in Cleveland to the late Stanley and Joan Olhava and resided in Akron. Dianne worked for Rubatex Plastics and loved spending time with her family and cats.

Preceded in death by her husband, John Paul Toke III; she is survived by her daughters,...

Jan 9, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS –  Carol Burton Drugan, 95, passed away January 9, 2020 at her home in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. She was born Dec. 25, 1924 in Pickerington, OH to Belle Shipps Burton and Otis Austin Burton. She grew up in Pickerington and later graduated from Capital University. She married Jack Drugan who precedes her in death.

Carol...

Jan 9, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Edward “Ted” Hazell, 95, passed away peacefully January 9, 2020.

He was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Ted was a WWII veteran serving as flight engineer in the Army Air Corps.

He retired as a maintenance supervisor from the Cuyahoga Falls Board of Education. Ted was a member of the American Legion...

Jan 8, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Jairus “Jerry” R. Wurzbacher, 87, passed away January 8, 2020.

He was born in Stow and was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Jerry served his country in the U.S. Army going on to work as a cement finisher.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Agnes; brothers, Wayne and Dan; he...

Jan 2, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Thomas T. Lucas, 81, passed away January 2, 2020.

He was born in Akron, graduating from Garfield High School in 1956. Tom retired from Babcock and Wilcox as well as Bridgestone Firestone. He enjoyed gardening, crafting period weapons, watching the Cleveland Indians and vacationing at the beaches in North Carolina while sipping on a...

Jan 1, 2020

Willard D. Thomas, 82, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2020 after a long battle with Parkinson’s.  He was born on April 17, 1937 in New Philadelphia, Ohio, the son of the late Harold Thomas and Mildred Hutchison (Murphy).  Will was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Hutchison.

Will was a graduate of...

Dec 29, 2019

Stow-Donald Steven Smith, 75, passed away December 29, 2019.

Donald was born in Mississippi November 29, 1944. He served in the Army and in law enforcement becoming the Chief of Police for Cuyahoga Falls.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Penny, mother, Alice Budd, and best friend, Jon Middleton Sr.

He...

Dec 27, 2019

Carla E. Rotunda, 63, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on December 27, 2019.

She was born on January 17, 1956 in Akron, OH, the daughter of the late Ernest and Helen (Alups) Marino.

Carla was a graduate of Our Lady of the Elms High School and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

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