Obituaries

Apr 2, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS-   Clarence E. Belknap, 98, passed away April 2, 2018. He was born February 21, 1920 to parents, Raymond E. Belknap and Ruby J. Wiles, both deceased. Clarence attended grade school and high school in Nevada, MO. He graduated from Nevada High School in 1938, receiving letters for track, basketball and football. He also obtained an Eagle Scout Badge in...

Apr 1, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Cindy Fritz, 62, passed away April 1, 2018. She was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Cindy was a member of St. Martha Catholic Church and enjoyed painting and crafts.

Preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Evelyn Starcher; and brother, Larry Starcher; she is survived by her husband of 44 years, Robert; Charlie...

Mar 31, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Inez Lakatos, 88, passed away March 31, 2018. She was born in Brownsville, PA and resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life. Inez loved and cherished her family and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Michael; son, Michael Kenneth; she is survived by her sons, John (fiance Brette Ann) and Vincent; daughter, Anastasia "Stacy" Lakatos; grandchildren,...

Mar 28, 2018

AKRON- Geoffrey David Callahan, passed away at his home in Akron on March 28th at the age of 59. Geoff was born in Akron, Ohio on April 26th, 1958.  He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1976. Geoff loved computers, reading and playing the guitar.  He also enjoyed scripture and learning more about the Lord.  He was an...

Mar 27, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Gladys Frances Bowers, 89, went to meet her husband in Heaven March 27, 2018. She was born in Pomeroy, OH and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for over 55 years. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, William T; sister, Doris (Bud) Spurrier and brother, Allen (Alice) Dill Jr; she is survived by her children, Randy (Terry)...

Mar 27, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Louis J. Loftus, 31, died March 27, 2018. Louis was born in Akron and lived in Cuyahoga Falls and Stow most of his life. Sergeant Loftus served honorably in the United States Army for four years, from 2006 to 2010, as an Airborne Infantry Paratrooper. He served two combat tours in Afghanistan, serving with the 82nd Airborne...

Mar 26, 2018

KENT - Wilford Byron Clarke, 89, joined his wife in Heaven March 26, 2018. Byron was the first of four brothers born to the late Bernice Opal and Howard Russel Clarke of Moundsville, West Virginia, on July 27, 1928. He lived in the Kent/Ravenna area for 60 years and worked at several locations, including Kent State University, Davey Tree, and...

Mar 26, 2018

Karl E. Stutz, age 89, passed away on March 26, 2018. Karl was born in Eaton, Ohio and resided in Akron most of his life. He was an Army veteran, serving in the Korean War. He retired as an electrical engineer, having worked at Goodyear Aerospace and General Electric. Karl was a faithful member and usher at Holy Trinity Lutheran...

Mar 24, 2018

Patricia Ann Jones, 93, passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2018.

She was born in Marion, Ohio to Wanda and Wayne Blaser. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1943 and received an associate degree from the University of Akron while working at Goodyear Aircraft. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church...

Mar 21, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS-William Jennings (Bill) Bandy, Jr. lived a full life dedicated to creative problem solving. He was born November 3, 1939, raised in Alliance, Ohio, and spent the majority of his life in Cuyahoga Falls. He graduated from the University of Akron with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering. His professional...

Mar 19, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Betty A. (Brown) Maddy, 66, went home March 19, 2018, to be with her Lord and Savior. Betty was born in Akron and resided the last few years in Cuyahoga Falls. She loved gardening and gospel music. Her family was very important to her.

She was preceded in death by her husband H. Matt...

Mar 18, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Jean Reich Robinson, 89, passed away March 18, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald, sisters, Lois Ellinwood, Ruth Howe and brother, Charles Reich. She is survived by sons, Martin (Shizuko) of Las Vegas, NV and Michael (Barb) of Cuyahoga Falls; Sisters, Ina Weber and Sally (Jim) Regney: 6 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and 2 great...

Mar 17, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Betty June Raies, 86, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family March 17, 2018. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, she will be greatly missed by her loving family. Betty was born in Akron and has resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary...

Mar 15, 2018

Beverly Ann Kirk, 76, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 15, 2018, after a brief illness. Originally from Patton, Pennsylvania, she was a graduate of Patton High School in 1959. She was previously employed at JC Penney in Cuyahoga Falls for many years. Beverly enjoyed politics and many visits to the public library. She was an avid...

Mar 13, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS- David W. Russ, 71, lived an inspiring life. Dave was born on September 6, 1946 in Canandaigua, New York to the late Clement and Connie (Reynolds) Russ. He died peacefully at home on March 13, 2018, surrounded by his loving family Dave graduated from Elyria Catholic High School in 1964, attended Ohio University and graduated from Kent State...

Mar 12, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Edward "Ed" Moore, 88, passed away March 12, 2018 after a battle with Alzheimer's. He was born in Buffalo, NY on March 9, 1930 residing in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life. He graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1948 going on to serve in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a...

Mar 10, 2018

MUNROE FALLS - Bonnie L. Derita, 71, passed away March 10, 2018. Born in Akron, Ohio, Bonnie resided in Munroe Falls for many years, where she devoted her time to being a wife, mother, and grandmother. Preceded in death by her best friend, Nancy Tapp. Bonnie is survived by her husband, Michael Derita; children, Michael D., Danny W. (Stacey), and...

Mar 9, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Howard Petersen, 85, passed away March 9, 2018. He was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Preceded in death by his parents, Brutus and Esther; he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Donna; sons, Mark, Randy (Tammy) and Barry; grandchildren, Randy Lee Jr. and Shiloh and 4 great grandchildren. Friends may call from 5-8 PM on Monday...

Mar 9, 2018

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Charles E. Metzner, 85, passed away March 9, 2018 at home with family. Chuck was a life-time resident of Cuyahoga Falls, retiring from the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department after 35 years of service. He was a member of FOPA Lodge 49, American Legion Post 281, and the Northampton United Methodist Church. Chuck served in the U.S. Marines....

Mar 8, 2018

Bruce Roy Endlich, 56, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 8th, 2018 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Bruce was a life long resident of Cuyahoga Falls, graduating in 1980. He graduated from the University of Akron and spent the last 26 years working for Bridgestone Firestone. He is preceded in death by his...