Obituaries
Beverly Kelps)
Feb 23, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Beverly (Bev) J. Lipinski (nee Kelps), age 64, passed away February 23, 2017 with her family by her side. Bev was born January 13, 1953 in Steubenville, Ohio to Edward and Dorothy (Reed) Kelps. She graduated from Steubenville "Big Red" High School in 1971. After graduating high school she attended Kent State University and graduated from Jefferson...
Christopher Spencer
Feb 21, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Christopher R. Spencer 22, passed away February 21, 2017. Chris was a lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls and was a 2013 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. He was employed by Woodridge Local School District. He loved bowling, fishing, racing, sports and his cat Tiggs, but most of all he had a heart of gold and loved...
David Young
Feb 21, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - David A. Young, 74 passed away February 21, 2017. He was born in Akron, served in the US Army, moved to San Diego in 1981 and returned to Cuyahoga Falls in 1997. Preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Josephine (Meglich), David is survived by his sons, David (Dottie) Young Jr. of Akron,, Audrey Thomas...
Patt Eaton
Feb 17, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Patt Eaton, 77, passed away February 17, 2017. Patt was born in Roanoke, Virginia and had resided most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls, graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1957. Patt had worked for Harvest Home Realty and was active in United Methodist Women at Grandview United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her parents,...
John Stolfo
Feb 14, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - John F. Stolfo, 97, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2017, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He was born on December 7, 1919, to Nicholas and Florence Stolfo. John grew up in Akron, Ohio, where he sold the Akron Beacon Journal on the corner of Market and High Street when he was 10 years old. Little did he...
Rebecca Bailes)
Feb 13, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Rebecca L. "Becky" Costilow (nee Bailes), 60, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 13, 2017. She was a life-long Cuyahoga Falls resident and was very loving and selfless throughout her illness. She is survived by her husband, Carmine C.; children, Monica (Shawn) Smith; Stephen Jacobs and Austin (Pharrah) Jacobs; step-sons, Carmine M. and...
Walter Vest
Feb 11, 2017
Walter L. Vest, 68 passed away February 11, 2017. Walter was born in Akron to George and Helen (Pysell) Vest and graduated from Central High School. He served in the U.S. Marines during Vietnam and worked for Panther Transport. He was a member of the 20 Buckhorn Club and Ralph Huff VFW Post 1062. He enjoyed wood working and time...
John Feltrin
Feb 10, 2017
John Feltrin, 90, passed away February 10. He was born in Guelph, Canada, was a baker for 25 years, and resided in Cuyahoga Falls since 1997. He attended St. Eugene's in his later years. Devoted husband of the late Stella, he is survived by his children, John D. (Patricia) Feltrin, Brian T. (Kathleen) Feltrin, Elaine Lini; grandchildren, Veronica (Scott) Meers,...
Sarah Miller
Feb 8, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Sarah "Sally" Miller, 75, passed away February 8, 2017. Sally was born in Ravenna, Ohio, graduated from Ravenna High School and The Ohio State University majoring in Nursing. She worked as a Registered Nurse until she started her family. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time with her family at Sandy Lake. Preceded in death...
Szaja Potok
Feb 7, 2017
AKRON - Szaja Potok, 69, passed away February 7, 2017. He was born in Germany and resided in Akron. Szaja was a Vietnam Veteran serving his country in the U.S.M.C., going on to retire from Summit County after 30 years of service. He was an active member of the V.F.W., enjoyed shooting and most of all spending time with his...
Kimberly Ayers
Feb 5, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS- Kimberly Ayers, 53, went to be with our Lord on February 5, 2017. She was born in Akron, graduating from Central-Hower High School and Kent State University with her BA in Conflict Management. Our Kim was so amazing because she was fierce in the kitchen and wasn't afraid of trying any recipe. She had a kind heart and...
Robert Garrison
Feb 3, 2017
"Together Forever" KENT-Robert Lynn Garrison died February 3, 2017. He was born August 5, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to Grady and Emma Florence Garrison. Bob graduated from Springfield High School; in 1948 and from Kent State University in 1953 where he was a charter member of Alpha Tau Omega. Bob served at Naval Air Station, Akron Ohio, from 1948 to...
Margaret Long
Jan 30, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Margaret "Peg" Barth Long, 89, passed away January 30, 2017. She was a life-long area resident. Peg graduated from Uniontown High School going on to earn a B.S. and B.A. from Kent State University. She retired as a beloved Elementary Teacher from the Cuyahoga Falls School District. Peg was a member of Chapter B.K. of P.E.O., Akron...

Dennis Berman
Jan 29, 2017
Dennis Earl Berman, 69, died January 29, 2017. He was born in Akron and was a life resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He enjoyed his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Linda; Son Eric Hasenyager and daughter Christina Berman; brothers Steven, Ken, Wayne; sister Laura Jean Quinn; many nieces and nephews. Visitation 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday...
Edna Haus
Jan 29, 2017
"Together Again" CUYAHOGA FALLS - Edna L. Haus, 94 passed away January 29, 2017. Edna was born in Kittanning, PA and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls since 1950. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church. During World War II, she worked for Firestone. She was also formerly employed by Acme. Edna...
Gayle Hillman
Jan 29, 2017
STOW-Gayle Louise Hillman, 71, passed away January 29, 2017. She was a life-long area resident, graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1963. Gayle enjoyed car cruises, spending time outdoors and most of all her spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandkids. Preceded in death by her parents, George and Ruth McKenna and granddaughter, Desiree Hillman; she...
Martin Monroe
Jan 28, 2017
ROOTSTOWN, OH- Martin E. Monroe, 73, passed away January 28, 2017. He was born in Clarksburg, WV and resided in Rootstown, OH. Martin served his country in the U.S.M.C. going on to work as a Teamster and self-employed painting contractor. He is survived by his wife Charlotte of 53 years; children, Michele Flanagan, Frank DiCicco, Tracy -Monroe Vair, Kelly Monroe,...
Luke Patrino
Jan 28, 2017
Luke P. Patrino, 69 died January 28, 2017. He was born in Akron and was life resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and served in the U.S. army and was a Vietnam combat veteran. He retired from the elevator constructor's union. He was the Chapter Commander 12-3 of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association...
Alene Alexander
Jan 27, 2017
PENINSULA - Alene "Lee" Alexander, 91, passed away January 27, 2017. She was born in Hamilton, MA and resided in Peninsula, OH. Lee was a longtime employee of Green Cross General (Western Reserve Hospital) and enjoyed playing Canasta with the girls and bowling. Preceded in death by her son, Gregg; siblings, Earl, Wallace and Marjorie; she is survived by her...
Lena Macale
Jan 26, 2017
CUYAHOGA FALLS - On January 26th, 2017 Lena Ida Macale passed away at the age of 90. Lena was born to Swiss parents, Fred and Rosa Straubhaar in St. Maurin, France, on July 10th, 1926. She came to the USA at the age of 2 and grew up on the family farms in Hiram and Peninsula, Ohio. She lived in...