Obituaries
Stewart Sekoll Hudson
Jun 24, 2022
Stewart Sekoll Hudson passed away unexpectedly on June 24th, 2022, at the age of 85. Stewart was born to the late Elizabeth and Edward Hudson.
Stewart is survived by his wife of 35 years Jan Prinzo Hudson, daughter Stacie, son Michael, grandchildren Skyler, Sirenatie, and Sa’Nyah Hudson, brothers John of California, Tom (Jean) of Florida and numerous nieces and...
Frances Ann Powell
Jun 19, 2022
Frances “Ann” Powell of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away on June 19, 2022. Born in Indiana, PA on February 5, 1945 to George and Loretto Kennedy, she grew up the youngest of five children. Ann is preceded in death by her siblings, Joan George, Patricia McCarthy, and Mary Kay Kennedy and is survived by her brother, George “Butch” Kennedy.
After...
Alberta L. Fawcett
Jun 15, 2022
Alberta Fawcett, 93, of Bath, Ohio, died June 15, 2022. Alberta was born to Eldon and Lelah Ramga in Wapakoneta, Ohio.
Alberta attended Bowling Green State University where she met the Love of her life, Robert Fawcett. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Education in 1950. She taught 2nd grade in Michigan for a few years when she decided...
James W. Urban
Jun 11, 2022
James William Urban passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the age of 80.
He worked for the Cuyahoga Falls Water Department for over 20 years. He loved being outdoors, especially working in his yard. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents Bill and Portia,...
Betty Jane (Hanes) Schumann
Jun 9, 2022
Betty Jane (Hanes) Schumann, 95, passed away quietly at home, on June 9th, 2022.
Betty was born on October 18th, 1926, to the parents of Samuel and Mary (Wolf) Fletcher in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, where she resided most of her life. Betty graduated in 1945 from Cuyahoga Falls High School and then met and married Floyd in 1953. She worked...
Christina Ellie Rodites
Jun 8, 2022
Christina Ellie Rodites, 67, of Cuyahoga Falls, a prayer warrior went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 8, 2022. Christina was born in Akron, Ohio on September 24, 1954; daughter of the late Harry N. and Maria (Anthemiadis) Rodites.
Christina was a member of the Cuyahoga Chapel Church of God, and was best known for...
David Allen Roller
May 27, 2022
David Allen Roller, 75, of Randolph, passed away on May 27, 2022. He was born on April 24, 1947 in Ashland, Ohio. Following high school, David joined the Army and went on to serve in the Vietnam War. He retired from General Motors in 2001 with 31 years of service. He was also a Native American of the Lenape Tribe....
John T. Hagy, Jr. "AA8QV"
May 25, 2022
John T. Hagy, Jr. “AA8QV”, age 72, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly May 25, 2022, at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was attending the Dayton Hamvention, a celebration of amateur radio and a delight for him each year.
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late John T. and Anne Fair Hagy. He was preceded...
James M. Hamill
May 25, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - James M. Hamill, 71, passed away in the early morning hours on May 25, 2022 following a long illness.
Jim was born in Akron, Ohio on January 18, 1951 and was so fortunate to be adopted by Jim and Donna Hamill. He grew up in Silver Lake, along with his sister Christy. He met life-long...
Sally M. Wood
May 25, 2022
Sally M. Wood, 87, passed away May 25, 2022. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Sally was preceded in death by her parents, George and Virginia Carey; husband, Clifford Wood; daughter, Janet McGuinness, and step-daughter, Michelle Bowser.
She is survived by her...
Margaret Marcine Krumeich
May 14, 2022
AKRON- Margaret Marcine (Drown) Krumeich, March 11, 1932 to May 14, 2022.
Born 4th of 6 children to Velma and George Drown. Married to Thomas Krumeich. All of whom preceded her in death.
She leaves behind 3 children, 2 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.
She loved gardening, playing volleyball and watching football on...
William "Bill" Nay
May 14, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- William “Bill” Nay finished his battle with cancer on May 14, 2022. He was born to Maxine and Marshall Nay on November 24, 1956. He was an avid sportsman and loved hunting and fishing. He was a proud to be a member of the Eagles 2207 Family.
He leaves behind the love of his life, Tina; His daughter,...
Terry Lynn Kelley
May 14, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- Terry Lynn Kelley (Troxell), 67, born January 5th 1955 took the hand of our Lord on Saturday May 14th, 2022.
Terry Lynn , “Ter-Bear,” Ter-ma, Matriarch and caretaker of the Troxell-Kelley clans, will be missed beyond what words can capably describe.
Terry leaves to this earth the love of her life, husband and best friend, retired...
Larry J. Hoffman
May 13, 2022
Akron- Larry Hoffman, 75, left us suddenly on May 13, 2022. He enjoyed spending time fishing with his buddies, going to the casino with his wife and daughter. Most of all he loved his family. All who knew Larry knew how much he hated Jo-Jo’s.
Larry is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; He is survived by his...
Lisabeth Anne Dayton
May 13, 2022
Lisabeth A. Dayton, 41, of Canton, passed away May 13, 2022. She was born on April 17, 1981 in San Francisco, California. Lisabeth was a wonderful chef who had a big heart. She was beautifully strong and independent, and went out of her way to care for others.
She will be dearly missed by her children, Aniyah (Torrin) and Diante...
La Von Beth Scott Wankum
May 12, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- La Von Beth Scott Wankum departed for eternity on May 12, 2022. She was born April 22, 1933, the third of three daughters of Robert Dudley and Sophie Emma Lau Scott of Melrose, Wisconsin. She graduated with the class of 1951 of Melrose High School. To earn tuition for college, she worked summers and after classes as a...
Jerry A. Kerr
May 12, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- Jerry A. Kerr, 90, passed away on May 12th from dementia related complications.
A nearly life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Jerry graduated from Falls High in January 1951. He was a regular attendee of the JBI's monthly breakfasts.
Jerry served in the Navy during the Korean War. He then enlisted for less hazardous duty with the US Postal...
Robert R. Ritchie
May 8, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- Robert R. Ritchie, 79, passed away on May 8, 2022. He was born in Ravenna, OH, to the late Frank and Olive Ritchie. Robert cared about his community serving in the Army National Guard and as an Akron Police Officer from 1968 to 1987. He was also a past-president of the Ohio Crime Prevention Association. He also ran...
Edna M. Truby
May 5, 2022
Edna M. Truby, age 100, passed away May 5, 2022, at the Danbury in Tallmadge. Born in Elyria, Ohio to the late Henry and Agnes Townsend, she graduated from Elyria High School in 1939. She later served in the Waves in World War II, stationed in Jacksonville, Florida where she met her future husband, Elmer “Jim” Truby, a Navy pilot....
Donald L. Grunenberg
Apr 29, 2022
Cuyahoga Falls- Donald Grunenberg, 85, passed away on April 29, 2022. Don was born on June 9, 1936 in Oak Hill, WV to the late Anton and Sally Grunenberg. Don attended Collins High School in Oak Hill, WV. He went on to serve in the United States Airforce from 1954 to 1958. Don was stationed at Dow Airforce Base in...

