Obituaries
Stephen Brightman
Oct 29, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Stephen Brightman, 77, passed away October 29, 2022. He was born in Akron to the late Stanton and Nancy Brightman. Steve was a graduate of 1963 Cuyahoga Falls High School going on to earn a BS in Business from Kent State University. He owned and operated Brightman Enterprises a roofing and construction company. Steve was an avid...
Pamella A. Sampson
Oct 27, 2022
STOW – Pamella A. Sampson passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2022, after being ill for quite some time. She was born on March 14th, 1948, in Akron, OH.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 29 years, Michael T. Sampson; loving son, Robert Lawrence and his wife, Mindy Lawrence. She also leaves behind her precious two grandsons, Jordan and...
Roy Roberts
Oct 25, 2022
Roy Roberts, 92, passed away on October 25, 2022. He was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia on November 4th, 1929. Roy joined the Army at the age of 16 to fight for his beloved country. Upon his return, he married his high school sweetheart Geraldine and began their 70 year marriage.
Roy was a man of commitment and service. Roy...
Susan Marazza
Oct 25, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Susan Marazza, 62, passed away October 25, 2022. She was born in St. Paul Minnesota to the late Clayton J. and Betty Lou Johnson and resided in Cuyahoga Falls.
Preceded in death by her parents and her son, Jonathan James Marazza; she is survived by her son, Nick (Laura) Marazza; grandchildren, Brooke, Lucas, Giovanni and Cecilia;...
Mary Anne Riley
Oct 24, 2022
Mary Anne Riley, 37, went Home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2022. Mary Anne grew up in Cuyahoga Falls.
She was preceded in death by her father, John D. Riley, and paternal grandparents, Michael and Diane Riley.
Mary Anne is survived by her mother, Anne Riley (Milan Drouhard); children, Gavin and Gabriella Riley, and Myla Stevens; brother,...
George John Ryerson
Oct 19, 2022
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of George John Ryerson of Akron, Ohio. Born June 7, 1947 in Berea, OH, he passed away October 19, 2022 at the age of 75.He was predeceased by his mother, Ruth Marian Eldridge; father, John A. Ryerson and granddaughter, Jacqualynn Louise Glass.He is survived by his girlfriend, Victoria Mace, son and daughter, Richard...
Angela Angle
Oct 18, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Angela Angle, 71, passed away on October 18, 2022. She was born on January 10, 1951. Angela worked as a production assistant at Spiral Brushes Inc for 15 years. She liked to spend time with her family, and she also liked to take trips to the casino.
Angela was preceded in death by her parents,...
Arnold L. Lewis
Oct 17, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Arnold L. Lewis peacefully left our world after enjoying a life of over 93 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary of 69 years; his four children, Erik (Trudi) Lewis, Shelley Gordon, Karl (Gloria) Lewis, Liesha (Kevin) Dickey. His grandchildren, Laura (Milan) Ciric, Joshua (Erin) Dickey, Lindsay (Brigham) VanEtten. His great grandchildren, Ema and Sofia Ciric...
Barbara E. Jones
Oct 16, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Barbara E. Jones, 86, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022. She was born September 16, 1936, in Chester, West Virginia. She was a longtime resident of Cuyahoga falls. She enjoyed camping and her flower gardens. She was one of a kind and will be missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Joan Ann Edwards
Oct 15, 2022
Joan (Joanie) Ann Edwards (Kenna) passed away October 15, 2022.
She was born in Akron, Ohio on December 7, 1932 and was a lifetime resident of the Akron area.
She is predeceased by her husband Gary Edwards, her parents Henrietta and James Kenna; sisters Mildred Mungo, Mary Nagy and Susan Reese; brothers James Kenna, Richard (Mike) Kenna, Tom Kenna and...
Leora B. Long
Oct 15, 2022
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Leora (Lee) Long, who transitioned into the next phase of life on Oct. 15, 2022.
Preceding and waiting for her are her husband Edward Long Sr., grandson Robert Faris and having lived 95 years on this earth numerous family and friends.
She is survived by children: Edward Long Jr.,...
Jacque J. Brittain, Sr.
Oct 13, 2022
Jacque J. Brittain, Sr., lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2022 at the age of 84. A proud graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, Jacque went on to honorably serve his country as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army. His professional career took many twists and turns between the years devoted to working with his...
Frankie Brooks
Oct 12, 2022
Frankie Brooks, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. He graduated in 1984 from Cuyahoga Falls High School. Frankie loved to fish and play the drums, and his favorite band was KISS. He would help people if and when they needed it.
Frankie was preceded in death by his father, Jackie Brooks, and sister, Stacey Griffin.
He is survived...
Donald Stonestreet
Oct 9, 2022
Donald Stonestreet, 88, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 9, 2022. Guests are welcome to visit with the family on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 11am-1pm at Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221.
Lawrence "Larry" McCoy
Oct 6, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Lawrence “Larry” McCoy, 80, passed away October 6, 2022. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 48 years. Larry was a 1960 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School going on to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Ohio Bell/AT&T after over 30 years of service. Larry...
Edward B. Mino
Oct 6, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS – Edward B. Mino, 60, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2022. Beloved husband of 36 years to Teri (nee Kirshner); loving father to Matthew (Danielle Dieterich) and Jami; treasured grandfather to Allison; cherished son of Edward F. and Mildred; and dear brother to Deborah and Lisa. His smile and sense of humor...
Donald R. Giovannini
Oct 3, 2022
Donald R. Giovannini, 93, of the Akron area, passed away on October 3, 2022. Donald was born in Akron, Ohio, son of the late Frederico and Angelina Giovannini. He attended Jennings Jr. High and North High School.
He was preceded in death by siblings, Julia, Louis, Teresa, Joe, Dolores, and infant twins Diana and Donald. He is survived by many...
Helen N. Stefanka
Oct 2, 2022
Helen N. Stefanka, age 93, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away October 2, 2022.
She was preceded in death by husband Frank of 58 years, son-in-law John L. Doulilis and brother, Thomas A. Sawyer.
Survived by daughters Janice Doulilis, Jacquelyn Stefanka (Mike Hammer), sister-in-law Gail Sawyer, brothers-in-law Joseph (Verona) Stefanka and Steve Streharsky; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
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Ralph D. Laruccia
Oct 1, 2022
Silver Lake – Ralph D. Laruccia, 97, passed away on October 1, 2022. Born in Proctor, VT on February 23, 1925, to Dominick and Palmira Laruccia. Family moved to Queens, NY when Ralph was 2 years old. He grew up in Queens and went into the Army at 18 years of age in 1943. Served in European Theatre and...
Richard Gene Bye, Jr.
Sep 30, 2022
CUYAHOGA FALLS, -Richard Gene Bye Jr. passed away on September 30, 2022, after an extended illness. He was born on September 11, 1956, in Akron, Ohio to the late Richard and Betty Bye Sr. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1974. He was employed with Acme for many years. Richard enjoyed watching Cleveland sports. He loved spending time...