Obituaries

Anthony R. Donatelli

Anthony R. Donatelli

Aug 14, 2024

Tony Donatelli, 52, ended his battle with cancer on August 14th, 2024 leaving a heartfelt legacy. He will always have a special place in the hearts of his loved ones including, love of his life and partner Jennifer, mother Ginger, son Anthony, daughter-in-law Autumn, and little buddy Roman. Also remembered by nieces Kate, Damaya, and nephews Isaac and Miles. In...

Shirley Rae Asher

Shirley Rae Asher

Aug 14, 2024

Shirley R. (Coven) Asher of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, born August 23, 1927, passed away on August 14, 2024, after a brief illness. Shirley was a member of First United Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls for over 60 years. She was a Speech Therapist at Cuyahoga Falls Schools for over 20 years; a member and past State President of Kappa Kappa...

Rose Ann Reynolds

Rose Ann Reynolds

Aug 7, 2024

Rose was born on June 18, 1947 in Thayer, Missouri and died on August 7, 2024 in Akron, Ohio with her husband and sister by her side.

Rose grew up as the oldest of two brothers, Roy and Glen, and one sister, Bonnie. She graduated from Maplewood High School in St. Louis, Missouri. After high school, she attended cosmetology school. Rose’s...

Eric "Rick" Carlson

Eric "Rick" Carlson

Aug 7, 2024

Cuyahoga Falls- Eric “Rick” R. Carlson, 78, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024. 

Rick was born on July 8, 1946, to the late Eric and Esther Carlson. He was a machinist for National Machine, Stow for over 30 years. He honorably served our country in the U.S. Army infantry division and was a combat veteran of Vietnam. 

Rick enjoyed hunting, fishing,...

Ronnie Myers

Ronnie Myers

Aug 6, 2024

“Together Again”

Ronnie Myers, 88 went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2024. He passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side. Ronnie, born October 25, 1935, was a lifelong resident of Northampton Township, Cuyahoga Falls.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his father Willis Myers, mother Eva Myers, brother Milton “Spank” Myers and beloved wife...

Robert "Bob" Steiner

Robert "Bob" Steiner

Aug 5, 2024

Robert Steiner, 83, passed away August 5, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Robert and Freeda Steiner and resided in Silver Lake for the past 40 years. Bob spent his youth in Peninsula and was a proud 1959 graduate of Boston High School, where he met many lifelong friends; their exploits would provide the material for a...

John A. "Bud" Moats

John A. "Bud" Moats

Aug 5, 2024

Akron- John A. “Bud” Moats, 78, passed away on August 5, 2024. John was born to the late Charles and Vandalia Moats on July 7, 1946. John served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968. After his military service, John went on to work for Lawsons in the bakery and as a truck driver for nineteen...

RoseMarie Mascio

RoseMarie Mascio

Aug 4, 2024

RoseMarie Louise Mascio, 90 went to be with the Lord on August 4th, 2024. She was born in Ravenna, Ohio to Arthur and Angeline Sarrocco on November 19th,1933 and was the youngest of their four daughters. Rose went to Ravenna High School where she met the love of her life, John Mascio. They were married for 68 years and together...

John Charles Pavlik

John Charles Pavlik

Aug 2, 2024

John C. Pavlik, 96, passed away on August 2, 2024. John was born on December 15, 1927 to the late John and Olive Pavlik in Cleveland, Ohio. He joined the United States Marines at just 17 years old in 1945 and served for two years as WW2 was ending. John was stationed in Guam and the American Embassy in Beiping...

Josie V. Robinson

Josie V. Robinson

Jul 30, 2024

Josie V. Robinson (Nee Logan) was born at home in Williamstown, West Virginia, Wood County on February 26, 1943. Her mother was Donna Dell Logan (Nee Ross) and her father, a barber was Henry Camden Logan.

 She spent her early years on Blaze Run in the Town of Walker, WV. Like so many other family units Josie lived on the Run...

Salvatore Sarvabui

Salvatore Sarvabui

Jul 13, 2024

Salvatore Sarvabui went home to be with the Lord on July 13, 2024. Born on September 12, 1938 in Limina, Messina, Italy. As a teen he moved with his family to Caracas Venezuela.

He is preceded in death by his parents Antonino and Giuseppina; brothers, Sebastiano and Antonio; and daughter Silvia (Stanley) Wolford. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; son,...

Earle W Hanna

Earle W Hanna

Jul 12, 2024

Earle W. Hanna, 100, passed away July 12, 2024. Once lost, now found. Eternally thankful! Earle was born to Alonzo and Maude Hanna in Akron. He was in the U.S. Navy for three-plus years (WWII). After several jobs, he worked 41 years at Goodyear Aerospace (Loral, Lockheed Martin). 

He married Phyllis Roberson in 1953 and was the proud dad of Kenneth,...

William "Craig" Park, Sr.

William "Craig" Park, Sr.

Jul 11, 2024

William “Craig” Park, Sr.

 Born to William (Owen) & Mona Park, on November 14, 1953 in Norfolk, Virginia and relocated to Cuyahoga Falls at an early age. He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School class of 1972. 

He had a love of baking that was cultivated at Vincent’s Bakery and his cake decorating skills were second to none. Craig, as...

David Fountain

David Fountain

Jul 10, 2024

David Fountain, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on July 10th, 2024 with his daughter by his side. David was born in Akron, Ohio on February 8, 1960. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, William and Jean Fountain and sister, Sarah. David will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Mariah (Ethan) and...

Rowland "Neil" Roderick

Rowland "Neil" Roderick

Jul 10, 2024

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Rowland Neil Roderick “Neil”, 71, passed away on July 10, 2024. Neil loved music and was a very talented musician. He was a man that loved to feel the wind in his hair and loved the freedom of the open road on his Harley Davidson. Neil was a very authentic man and he was always brutally honest. Neil...

Carole Sue Stofira

Carole Sue Stofira

Jul 9, 2024

Carole Sue Stofira (Salmon), affectionately known as Baa, was born on February 5, 1946. She was a 1964 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and lifelong resident of our community. Carole retired from the City of Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation department.

Carole, gained her angel wings on July 9, 2024, at the age of 78, surround by her family at...

Janet Miller

Janet Miller

Jul 9, 2024

Fairlawn - Janet (Trevaskis) Miller, 78, passed away peacefully July 9, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

Janet was born January 13, 1946, to the late Charles and Jean Trevaskis in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. Janet graduated from Buchtel High School in 1964, and married her beloved George in 1967, sharing 51 years together until his passing in 2019. 

Janet attended Miami University, and...

Bonnie Jean Shultz

Bonnie Jean Shultz

Jul 8, 2024

Bonnie Jean Shultz, 83, passed away July 8, 2024. She was born in Akron to the late Paul and Evelyn Shultz and was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Bonnie received a BS from Kent State University and later earned her Master’s from The University of Akron. She worked as a teacher for 28 years at Cuyahoga Falls Schools, Akron Schools...

Helen Lafeber

Helen Lafeber

Jul 1, 2024

Helen Marie Lafeber, 88, passed away July 1, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Akron, Ohio, September 27, 1935 to Alphonso and Josephine Magazeni.

Growing up on North Hill, Helen graduated from North High School. She retired from Roadway Express as a Tape Librarian after many years of service.

Helen met her husband, Ray, in Chicago, IL upon...

Nickolas "Nick" Paul Laurio

Nickolas "Nick" Paul Laurio

Jun 27, 2024

Akron- Nickolas “Nick” Paul Laurio passed away June 27, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Nick was born in Akron on July 28, 1963, to Duke and Sandy Laurio. He attended Hudson High School. He started roofing with his dad and brother at a young age and turned it into a lifelong career. He was known for his amazing work ethic and...

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