Obituaries

Jul 14, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Katlyn Emily Grimes, 30, passed away unexpectedly, July 14, 2019. Katy (or Katt, as many knew her) was a loving mother to Jude, James, and baby Mabel. They were the light of her life. Her infectious laugh, sense of humor and kind spirit will be missed by all who knew her. She loved deeply and she...

Jul 10, 2019

Donald Oliver Mitchell, 81, passed away peacefully in his home on July 10, 2019 with his daughter Debbie and his dog Luca by his side.

Originally from California, Don graduated from Hayward High School and was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard. He lived in Virginia 6 years, eventually settling in Stow, OH where he spent...

Jul 7, 2019

James L. McPeek, 84, passed away July 7, 2019.

James was born in Akron and resided in the Akron area all of his life. He retired from Ford Motor Co. as a crane operator with 42 years of service.

He was preceded in death his children James Jr. and Donna Mc Peek. He is survived...

Jul 5, 2019

Eleanor Marie Dix, (nee Manti), age 99, passed away peacefully a week after her 99th birthday.

Beloved wife of the late Donald E, who she was able to reunite with for their 79th wedding anniversary on July 6th, loving mother, of Dorothea Pesich (Mark), cherished grandmother of Brittany Kageorge (Daniel) and Justin (fiance Katie Wheeler), dear sister...

Jun 28, 2019

Lois Kerns, age 97, formerly of Clearwater, Florida, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2019. She was in the company of loved ones and peacefully made her way home to join her late husband, Robert N. Kerns, and her late daughter, Linda M. Chamberlain.

Lois was born August 23, 1921 in Carol County, Kentucky to the late...

Jun 27, 2019

Emma Catherine Krstulovich, 96, of Stow and previously of Carpentersville, IL, passed away on June 27, 2019.

Emma was born in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of the late Josephine and Alfonso Magazeni. She worked as a Rosie the Riveter at Firestone where she worked on C47s.

In addition to her parents, Emma was preceded in death...

Jun 25, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Raymond "Mark" Balint passed away on June 25th at age 61.

Mark was born on July 3, 1957. He was preceded in death by his mother Judy in 2017. He is survived by son, Raymond of Columbia SC, father Raymond Balint, brothers, Jim (Gina) and Andy (Cathy) Balint, sisters Joyce Balint and Julie (Matt)...

Jun 22, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Edna Cath, 92, passed away June 22, 2019. She was born in Toronto, Canada and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 55 years.

Edna was a member American Legion Women's Auxiliary Charles Faust Post 281. She was an avid skier, enjoyed boating, camping and had a very big heart. Preceded in death by...

Jun 18, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Carolyn Mae Shroyer, 83, passed away June 18, 2019 at her home.

Carolyn was born in Akron and lived in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life. She was a lifetime member of Bethany United Church of Christ and was a retired teacher from Cuyahoga Falls City Schools. She was a 1957 graduate of The...

Jun 18, 2019

FAIRLAWN – Sui-Lun Chin, 97, passed away June 18, 2019. She was born in Canton, China and resided in Fairlawn.

Preceded in death by her husband, Fong Chin; daughter, Shirley Ann Chin; sons-in-law, Paul Lam and Steven Carlson and grandson, Jason Lam; she is survived by her son, Henry (Ellen) Chin, daughters, Marie Lam, Jeannette Carlson, Sylvia...

Jun 12, 2019

Richard "Dick" J. Lindy, 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away June 12, 2019.  Dick was born on August 23, 1941in Akron, Ohio, son of the late Pauline and Archie Lindy.  Dick was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, class of 1960 and following that, attended Hower Trade School, earning a Tool & Die Certification.  He was previously employed...

Jun 8, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Jerry L. Zemelka, 72, passed away June 8, 2019.

He was born June 9, 1946 in Powhatan, OH and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 51 years.

Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served as a cryptographer. He worked as a sports manager for Western Reserve Academy...

Jun 4, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Edward J. Santa, 88, passed away June 4, 2019.

Edward was born in Barberton, Ohio and lived in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War and a member of the Optimist Club. He retired after 36 years with the Ford Motor Company. Edward is survived by...

Jun 2, 2019

NAPLES, FL - Dorothy O. Moler, 94, passed away June 2, 2019.

She was born in Akron and resided in Naples, FL for over 50 years.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Bruce (Susan) Wolf and Barbara Wolf, grandchildren, Jessica Mustapich, Jason Hill, Heather Deem and Yvette Sill; and 8 great-grandchildren.

A memorial...

May 29, 2019

Carol L. Allphin, 75, went to be with our Lord May 29, 2019 after battling multiple myeloma. She was a 1961 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, worked for Firestone Tire and Rubber and then Harmon Publishing in distribution, as a route manager, a proof reader and ad rep. Her many hobbies included making jewelry, gardening, shopping, collecting Precious...

May 29, 2019

CUYAHOGA FALLS – June Elizabeth (Ferguson) Douglas, age 91 of Cuyahoga Falls took her final journey on May 29, 2019.

She began her earthly journey on December 11, 1927.  Her mother thought her arrival was a breath of summer and hence her name.   Her final journey is a sentimental journey as she joins her husband, William and...

May 28, 2019

Ravenna-Laura F. Miller, 59, passed away May 28, 2019.

Laura lived her early life in Cuyahoga Falls and was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. She was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was a retired nurse.

She is survived by her daughter, Loreal (Rafeal) Miller-Wilson; grandchildren, Malcom and Lauren; great-grandchild, Jasmine;...

May 28, 2019

Doris Irene Rehs-Hirsimaki, 89, of Findlay, Ohio and previously Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 28, 2019.  She was born in Cuyahoga Falls on July 9, 1929, daughter of the late Sophia and Joseph Sabo.  Doris was a member of St. Mark's Methodist Church in Findlay and Immaculate Heart of Mary Church while residing in Cuyahoga Falls.  She was...

May 28, 2019

AKRON – Ralph D. Ritterbeck, 89, passed away May 28, 2019.

He was born in Summerfield, OH and resided in Akron. Ralph was the former owner of Ash Services going on to retire from Waste Management. He loved going to flea market, collecting antiques and toys.

Preceded in death by his wife, Mary; brothers, Gilbert...

May 27, 2019

AKRON – Jeanette Peck, 85, passed away May 27, 2019. She was born in Buchtel, OH and resided in Akron for the past 64 years. Jeanette loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and enjoyed Bingo and playing cards. She was a lifetime Cleveland Indians fan. Jeanette was a patriotic supporter of the United States Armed Forces.