James M Rhodes
Jun 23, 2026
STOW - James Michael Rhodes, 88, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, in Stow, Ohio.
Born in Akron, Jim graduated from Buchtel High School and the University of Akron. During hospital stays, he met Elizabeth Doerr, his nurse who quickly became the love of his life. They married on September 30, 1961. Over his career, Jim worked for Bendix Corp.,...
Loretta M Carden
Jun 22, 2026
STOW - Loretta M. Carden, 86, passed away June 22, 2026.
Born in Akron, OH, she was a resident of Stow since 2021. Loretta was preceded in death by husband, Andy, parents George and Mary Louis; siblings, Ernie, Laurice, Ted, and Angie, she is survived by children, Craig (Lisa), Scott, Mary Beth (Don) Marteny; grandchildren, Kara, C.J. and Roman; and many...
Charles "Ed" Lee, Sr.
Jun 21, 2026
STOW — Charles “Ed” Lee, Sr., 80, passed away June 21, 2026.
Born February 10, 1946, in Cumberland, MD, to the late Charles and Gladys Lee, Ed had been a resident of Stow since 1956. A U.S. Navy veteran, he owned and operated Lee’s Heating and Air Conditioning. Ed enjoyed golfing, spending time with his family, and coaching baseball in his...
Eugene M Kelly
Jun 17, 2026
Gene Kelly, 83, of Cuyahoga Falls died peacefully on June 17, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born in Far Rockaway, NY, Gene dedicated his career to education as a speech pathologist and administrator and his leisure time to track and field as a referee and lifetime competitor (Ohio Senior Olympics Hall of Fame inductee 2019). He was known as a warm, humorous...
Janice M Malarik
Jun 21, 2026
AKRON – Janice M. Malarik, 58, passed away on June 21, 2026.
Born in Akron, Ohio, Janice was a lifelong resident and was a faithful member of Hudson United Methodist Church.
Janice had a special love for animals, particularly dolphins. She also enjoyed spending time with a good mystery novel and found great pleasure in reading.
She was preceded in death by her...
Barbara J Byce
Jun 14, 2026
STOW – Barbara J. Byce, 84, passed away on June 14, 2026.
Born in Hibbing, Minnesota, Barbara later made Stow, Ohio her home, where she built a life centered on family, and later her faith. A dedicated nurse throughout her career, she spent many years compassionately caring for those in need until her retirement.
Barbara, affectionately known to those as Jean, enjoyed...
Stanley Regan
Jun 12, 2026
HUDSON - Stanley “Stan” Regan, 68, of Hudson, Ohio, passed away on June 12, 2026, in Akron, Ohio.
Born on March 14, 1958, in Barberton, Ohio, to William and Susan Regan, Stan lived a life defined by faith, perseverance, and devotion to family.
Family was always at the center of Stan’s life. He loved hearing about the lives of those he cared...
Mary Alice Lind
Jun 6, 2026
HUDSON - Mary Alice Davis Lind, 99, passed away June 6, 2026.
Born on January 31, 1927 in Holyoke, Massachusetts. She was the first child born to Vera Osborne Davis and Leonard Chester Davis. Mary had one younger sibling. Barbara Davis Canterbury. They were raised in Wethersfield, Connecticut. Mary Alice graduated from Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, and...
Marilyn J Oberlin
Jun 16, 2026
STOW - Marilyn J. Oberlin, 90, passed away June 16, 2026.
Marylin spent her working career with Green Local School District as a lunch lady until her retirement.
She is preceded in death by husband, Robert Oberlin, parents, Mary and George Simpkins, and brothers Robert, Edward, and Larry Simpkins. She is survived by sister-in-law, Marty Simpkins, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Special thanks...
Mary H Sheppard
Jun 13, 2026
Cuyahoga Falls – Mary Sheppard, 91, died June 13, 2026.
Born in Dublin, VA on April 25, 1935, she was a resident of Summit county most of her adult life. Mary had been employed with Lucern’s as a boat loader, retiring in 1995. She was a member of United Presbyterian Church and the Cuyahoga Fall Moose Lodge. Mary enjoyed sewing, gardening,...
Esther Rishell Thomas
Jun 10, 2026
STRONGSVILLE - Esther Rishell Thomas, 98, died June 10, 2026.
She was born in Renovo, PA. She graduated from Renovo high school, Renovo, PA in 1945. Attended Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, PA; graduated from Kent State University, Kent, OH in 1969.
She was a teacher of the deaf in the Canton and Akron City Schools.
She was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church...
Mark Joseph Beeson
Jun 9, 2026
LAKEWOOD - Mark Joseph Beeson, 27, currently of Lakewood, formerly of Stow, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, 2026.
Born on October 10, 1998, Mark lived life with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the world around him. He was happiest seeking adventure wherever it could be found. Whether traveling to new destinations, skateboarding, driving across the country, skiing...
Catherine Marie Zingrone
Jun 8, 2026
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Catherine M. Zingrone, 62, passed away June 08, 2026.
Born in Massillon, OH, she has been a long-time resident of Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Catherine had been employed with Kent State University as director of curriculum services in the college of CCI.
Preceded in death by parents Emanuel and Mary Zingrone. She is survived by partner of 32 years, Robin...
Dale Rogers
Jun 9, 2026
HUDSON – Alvin “Dale” Rogers Jr., 68, passed away peacefully in the presence of his wife and children on June 9, 2026.
He was born in Youngstown, raised in New Bedford, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Wilmington Area High School in 1975. He was a proud Penn State University alumnus, graduating in 1980 with a B.S. in Business Marketing. He worked in...
Zar Anthony Reader III
Jun 6, 2026
STOW - Zar passed away on June 6th. He suffered from vascular disease and other medical issues.
He was married to Vivian D’Antonio Reader for 36½ years. Zar was the quiet member of the usually talkative and boisterous D’Antonio family and our go-to sports expert. He was a great loving husband, and a kind, gracious, thoughtful, and loving person. He especially...
Gloria Jean Morris
Jun 5, 2026
STOW - Gloria Jean Morris, 84, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026 in her sleep.
Born on December 10, 1941, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Gloria was the beloved daughter of the late Stephen and Vincenza Fedor. They resided in the coal mining town of Cardale. She graduated from Redstone High School 1959.
Gloria Shared 46 devoted years of marriage with her husband...
Stuart Lee Knapp Jr
Jun 2, 2026
STOW – Stuart Lee Knapp, 69, passed away on June 2, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Stuart was a lifelong Northeast Ohio resident and longtime member of the Stow community. He dedicated his career to mechanical design before retiring. A faithful member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Stuart found his greatest joy in being a grandfather. He also had a lifelong fascination...
Sharon Lee Perkins
May 23, 2026
STOW - Sharon L. Perkins of Bokeelia, Florida passed away in late May 2026.
She was born in Indiana, the daughter of the late Emily and Phillip Perkins. She grew up on the shores of Lake Huron, an avid water skier, lifeguard, and water sports enthusiast who thereafter was always drawn to the water. She graduated from Port Huron Northern H.S,...
Barbara Joan Young-Campisi
Jun 2, 2026
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Barbara J. Young-Campisi, 84, passed away on June 2, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Barbara made her home in Cuyahoga Falls for over 25 years. She dedicated her professional life as an executive administrator with several large organizations in the greater Cleveland area, retiring in 2004. She attended Holy Family Catholic Church.
Barbara will be remembered most for her boundless...
Carolyn Ann Godbey
May 24, 2026
STOW – Carolyn A. Godbey, 84, died May 24, 2026.
A daughter of the late Worthy and Vercil Woofter, she was born in Gilmer County, WV, and was a resident of Stow most of her life. She retired from being a childcare provider, a career she loved. She was a woman of genuine kindness and generosity. She had a natural gift...
